Kawaii Klaws of Westminster

Kawaii Klaws of Westminster

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the fun, family-friendly atmosphere with many claw machines and helpful staff. Many highlight winning plushies, though some note the games can be challenging or rigged. Positive experiences often mention fair pricing ($1 per play) and enjoyable visits, while negative reviews criticize inconsistent claw strength and perceived scams. Overall, it's popular for kids and dates, but success varies—some leave with multiple prizes, others feel frustrated by the difficulty.

About This Listing

Good for kids
Has Prizes
Wheelchair Accessible

Who Can Play?

Most arcades welcome all ages (some may have age restrictions for certain games)
Minors may need parent/guardian supervision (policies vary by location)
No gaming experience required - games range from beginner to expert level
Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes recommended for safety
Valid ID may be required for certain attractions or age verification
Groups and parties welcome (advance booking may be required)

*Note: Age restrictions and policies may vary by arcade. Check with your local facility for specifics.*

First-Time Visitors

First-time visitors may need to sign a waiver or register for a game card. Staff are typically available to help explain games and provide tutorials. Some arcades offer newcomer specials or free play sessions to help you get started.

Common Restrictions:

Age-Based Some games may have height or age requirements for safety reasons
Capacity Popular games may have wait times during peak hours

*Note: Policies vary by arcade. Confirm with your local facility.*

What to Bring

Cash or card for tokens/credits (some arcades are cashless)
Valid ID for age verification or membership signup
Phone to capture high scores and memories (check photo policies)

*Note: Payment methods and requirements may differ by arcade.*

Preparing for Your Visit

Check arcade hours and peak times online before visiting
Eat beforehand or check if the arcade has food options
Bring friends for multiplayer games and competitions
Wear comfortable clothes you can move freely in
Avoid bringing valuable items that could be lost or damaged
Check for special events, tournaments, or discount days
Set a budget for games and stick to it
Stay hydrated, especially during long gaming sessions

*Note: Tips may vary by arcade type and location.*

How to Get Started

Most arcades accept walk-ins, but call ahead during busy periods or for large groups. Check for membership deals!

Other Helpful Info

Most visits last 1-3 hours depending on games and group size
Popular games may have longer wait times during weekends and evenings
Many arcades offer unlimited play packages or time-based pricing
Some locations host tournaments and special events regularly
Prize redemption available at many arcades - save your tickets!

*Note: Policies, pricing, and features differ by arcade. Contact your local facility for details.*

How Arcade Prize Games Work

Dive into the excitement of arcade prize games! Expect claw machines, skee-ball, whack-a-mole, or basketball challenges where you test your skills or luck to win tickets or prizes directly. Claw games require precise joystick control to grab toys, while redemption games reward accuracy with tickets to trade for plushies, gadgets, or trinkets at prize counters. Modern setups boast colorful displays and smooth mechanics, blending nostalgia with fresh fun. The thrill of winning and the vibrant arcade vibe make prize games a captivating draw in 2025.

Features

Good for kids
Has Prizes
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

1025 Westminster Mall Suite 2036A

Westminster, California 92683

Hours

Monday 11AM-7PM
Tuesday 11AM-7PM
Wednesday 11AM-7PM
Thursday 11AM-7PM
Friday 11AM-8PM
Saturday 11AM-8PM
Sunday 12-6PM

Customer Reviews

Great fun place for kids and adults (if you're into claw machines). Their mechanical animals were the hit! Kids can ride on them around the store for 5 minutes!

I don't know how this place doesn't have many more reviews but this is such a cute spot to take kids or even a date to if they're into all these cute stuffed animals! They have a great variety, and the claw isn't weak, although it did take a few times on some machines to get a winning, I think that could be from the prize being a little heavy. Overall, I think the price is good a dollar per try, they had good music going on, a good amount of customers in there, even though it's in a mall that's slowly clo

I'm terrible at claw machines (i try every time i see one but have won maybe like 2) but this place did not disappoint. It's the experience! It's roughly $1/play, but if the staff sees you're trying a few times unsuccessfully (as they did with me), they'll ask you if you want them to "reposition" anything, & make it a lot easier! They make it pretty impossible not to get one, which is great for people like me! Or you can just ask them to do so. Very very fun. Big place, inside a mall that otherwise looks ve

Cute place and tokens are only $1 but I agree with some of the other reviewers. We used a Groupon deal to get 40, spent another 50 and then another 32 (they didn't hear my son say 35) to get more tokens because the kids couldn't get anything to stay in the claw. 8 people, and we took home only 6 plushies. If the claw doesn't drop the item at the top, it aggressively slams into the front glass. We did have a young man help my son get a plush from the claw because the tag got caught and wouldn't let it drop i

This place was super cute and my family really enjoyed it. I felt like it wasn't super cheap to play here but it DEFINITELY is not crazy expensive either. Each round on the claw machines are $1 , which equal 1 coin. You have to exchange your money into coins when you get in there. There are so many different machines to attempt to get stuff animals from but key word is ATTEMPT. Lol. If you are lucky, you can get a decent amount of stuffed animals here. We spent $60 and walked away with 6 stuffed anima

0 Stars ? Rigged and Worthless Kawaii Klaws is a straight-up scam. The claws drop every plushie on purpose, we caught it on video. Spent over $40, grabbed a prize every time, but the machines never let you win. Showed the footage to an employee (Noah). All they gave us was 5 pathetic tokens. Total joke. Even the rideable cars weren't working. No explanation. Just a money pit. Skip this place and go to Dave & Buster?s or Chibi Claws. At least they don't blatantly scam you and you might actually win somet

You likely won't win much from this place. The claws are rigged to drop the prize every time it hits the top. No matter how well you grab onto the price once it hits the top it'll automatically drop. I spent 40 bucks and won one price that's worth $0.50. My son said he'd rather play at Dave & Buster's then this place. Plus this mall is almost dead 80% of the shops are out of business. I would never go back to this place

Super scamy extra rigged claws. Every machine is a $1 or more and the claws are tuned super loose. Multiple times we grabbed a toy and it lifted but the claw dropped it while it was moving back to the delivery chute.

So it's not super cheap, but it's oddly easy because I got two in one grab and this happened at least twice. I would say based on the amount of money I spend for this, my plushies come out to 5-7$ for one on a so-so day, and 2-3$ for one on a good day. I typically spend 15$-40$ depending on how lucky I feel and I take home about 5-7 plushies on average.

This place was super cute and we really had a good time. Each round on the claw machines are $1 , which is equal to1 token. The lady at the front was very nice. Definitely need to visit to experience it.

Not as good as the one in West Co. You might get something but the machines won't give out prizes too often from what I saw. Great fun if you have a couple dollars to burn tho ??

Fun for everyone! Recently opened at Westminster Mall! Great environment to enjoy with friends and family!

It's an arcade full of claw machines, fun date spot for when you want to impress your partner! Located inside the Westminster mall on the second floor, it's clean and spacious inside.

When I was paying the girl was rolling her eyes and was giving ATTITUDE and it said that it was 5 tokens to ride a panda and said it was 10 and then 5 and kept changing her mind.

I loved it ????, everything things is so cute and adorable. There are so many claw machines to choose from and the employees are very friendly. Emily helped me out and rearranged the toys to help me get the toy I really wanted. Overall everything is great, I can't wait to visit again . ??????

Nestled in a dead mall is this fun jewel. Claw machines galore! One of the larger claw machine locations, I saw Sanrio, Pokemon, boba plushies, Toy Story, Kirby... They offer trade ups as well, though note that it must be done on the same day. Plushie wall for photo-ops. For the value, go as a group and buy tokens in bulk. All in all, a fun location. Wished there were more variety of plushies but aside from that, it was fun. When we came in the summer, the AC doesn't really kick in very well so it was a bit

Pretty fun and you can trade prizes for larger ones.

So much fun winning lots of plushies !

I loved it, everything things is so cute and adorable. There are so many claw machines to choose from and the employees are very friendly.

Just went with all my nephews. They all had a blast and the attendant was awesome. All 5 kidos walked away with stuffies.

This place is sooo fun! So many machines to choose from. I won a bunch of stuffies. I'll be back soon.

Horrible claws lmao RIGGED to the max. Unfortunate because we were trying to support a smaller business. We'll go back to Round 1. Stay away unless you have an abundance of cash ??

Emmy was amazing and super helpful. Had lots of fun here

Cool spot gotta go with more time next time.

This place is cool and you can actually win prizes, the machines aren't rigged

The place is fun and lot of machines . We love it

Really awesome place I loved it, I'll definitely be coming back.

First time and brought my daughter and nephew and they had a great time

Fun place to take the kids!

Nice place for fun in a mall.

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Are there events or tournaments I can join?

Yes! Many arcades host regular competitions, retro nights, cosplay parties, and more. Whether you're into high scores or just want to watch and vibe, events add an extra layer to the experience.

What if I’m not great at arcade games?

No worries — arcades are about having fun, not being perfect. Try a variety of games, ask others for tips, and remember: the vibe is more “let’s play” than “let’s win.”

Why are arcade prize games so exciting to play?

Arcade prize games are a thrilling highlight in 2025! Claw machines, skee-ball, and ticket-redemption games like basketball offer a rush of skill and chance, with rewards like plushies, toys, or electronics up for grabs. Modern machines feature vibrant lights, digital scoreboards, and responsive controls, amplifying the fun. The lively arcade atmosphere, with cheering crowds and buzzing energy, makes every win feel epic.