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    The Playground

    4.4 (400 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Selina H.

    We have been taking our son here for almost six months now and every month there is something new, which makes it exciting to come back. The place is always very clean and the staff are constantly sanitizing, especially after a child leaves a station, which we really appreciate. It is a great place to bring our son and very fulfilling in terms of fun, excitement, and play. It is definitely one of our favorite spots. The staff are always kind and respectful, and it never feels overcrowded. There is always just the right amount of kids and parents to enjoy the space comfortably.

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    Alisa D.

    This is a great place for the little ones 12 and under! It's located right in Grossmont mall. Perfect enclosed area for the little ones. What is awesome is you pay for the day and enter in and out as much as you would like. You can bring in food and drinks just not "party size" which makes sense! The kids loved it here it has a little bit of everything. It was perfect for our rainy day Also the manger was sooooo nice! A couple of the kids had a minor accident and she made sure to go out of her way checking in on the kids asking if we needed anything and even offering ice packs. There is a bit of remolding going on for future expansion it looks like.

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    Ashley H.

    We came to The Playground at Grossmont Center for a birthday party, and it was such a great experience. The space was clean, well-organized, and perfect for kids to run, climb, and just be kids. Liam was helpful and asked if we needed anything throughout our visit. My son had an absolute blast from start to finish and didn't want to leave. The party setup was smooth and stress-free, which made it even better for parents. Highly recommend for birthday parties or an easy, fun outing!

    Donna R.

    My granddaughter is 4. She said she was so happy when she entered the doors... we have been here for over an hour and she is so occupied by all fun things to do. There are kids her age and even if they went here, she is having a blast! Definitely worth the cost. It's so kid proof. Yourself and all the staff are so friendly. You can buy snax

    Ally R.

    This is our favorite of all the ones we tried in SD. This indoor play yard has the most variety, some educational stuff, and the staff is really nice. My daughter (2 1/2 now, been coming for a year) loves it for the play, I love it for the cleanliness, vibe, and staff. It's open concept and has areas all around the different play areas for parents to sit and relax while watching their kids play.

    Justin F.

    This place pissed me off with the blatant cash grab at the door with grippy socks - you must have THEIR branded grippy socks to enter, competitor socks despite being made by the same manufacturer, are not allowed. Just charge whatever fees you need to operate up front in your pricing. Moving on there are some unique play areas and aspects that the kids enjoy so I'll give them props for that. I will also give them props for having people constantly roving and cleaning and spraying and re-organizing everything. Other than that, the place falls flat for me. It looks like it's lacking routine maintenance as evidenced in the flooring and ceiling tiles, and the clientele match the aesthetics. Overall I probably won't be back.

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    The people that work there are amazing and really easy to get a long with and talk to about our kids. Also their facilities are very clean.

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    Love this spot, great new amenities. The staff is so friendly and it's a great place to relax and let your kids play.

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    We celebrated my daughters 3rd birthday here and the kids had a blast! We love the indoor playground. So much to do for kids all ages.

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    Loved this place for one and a half year old. So many things to do! Will definitely be back!

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    celebrated my daughters birthday party here and it was awesome! will be coming back again soon!

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    What age is the playground best for? I'm considering it for my son's 4th birthday

    I think it's great for a 4th birthday! If there's younger siblings as well they will also be entertained!

    Can you drop your kids off here, or do you need to stay with them?

    It's not a daycare. You are expected to stay with your children.

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    A great indoor play area for children to run freely without having to worry about them getting…read morelost. It's clean, safe and secure - plus well lit. Air conditioning is on full blast which is a necessity especially with all the people and the body heat that's generated here. Food and drink are reasonably priced. Socks are included and aren't too pricey. Several dedicated sections for parties of all sizes. I wouldn't hesitate to consider this place for a birthday party. Staff are accommodating and friendly. Be back soon.

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    3.5
    (315 reviews)
    7.1 mi

    Had the BEST time here with my son. They were BEYOND inclusive when it came to his abilities. We…read morewill definitely be back and they even had the BEST coffee!!! Such a fun place.

    My first time here and my last! Upon entering I was at the counter trying to check in and was…read moreinterrupted 3 times by 3 different guests which was not discouraged by the employee but literally stopped what she was doing with me and assisted 3Xs!! Finally after checking in she said ok...and I said Ok what do I do since I have never been there (with my shoes and belongings) She said "just go in and find a place for your shoes on the right and then try to find a seat" So we go in and the cubby for shoes is completely full and there are shoes everywhere. When we move over to the toddler play area (granddaughter is 2) we are bombarded with over 3yr old kids rough housing. I see a sign on the wall that says 3 and under, parents please assist in this. I had to mention this to at least 5 different older children. 1-I'm not there to supervise other peoples children 2- there should be a limit on how many people are in there..in my opinion it was completely over crowded 3- there should be more supervision on the floor, especially in the toddler section where they are more prone to injury 4- if someone is asked if it's their first time then give some more attention and guidance upon entry Upon leaving I was asked my name and after telling the employee I said " this has not been a good experience " We were there for about 30 minutes when I decided enough was enough. She replied "sorry to hear that, have a good day " Needless to say I don't recommend and will not return!

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