Monkey Joe's

Monkey Joe's

Reviews Summary

Monkey Joe's in Winter Park receives mixed reviews, with many praising its fun atmosphere, helpful staff (especially Allie and Katie), and affordable pricing. Parents appreciate the clean, safe play areas on good days and the staff's attentiveness during parties. However, frequent complaints highlight poor cleanliness (dirty floors, restrooms), worn-out equipment, and subpar food quality. Management issues like understaffing, broken arcade games, and restrictive outside food policies frustrate visitors. While kids often enjoy themselves, inconsistent maintenance and hygiene standards deter some families from returning. Positive experiences depend heavily on timing and staff presence.

About This Listing

Has Arcade Cabinets
Has Food
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

Has Arcade Cabinets
Has Food
Good for kids
Has Prizes
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

5471 Lake Howell Rd

Winter Park, Florida 32792

Hours

Monday 11AM-7PM
Tuesday 11AM-7PM
Wednesday 11AM-7PM
Thursday 11AM-7PM
Friday 11AM-8PM
Saturday 10AM-8PM
Sunday 11AM-7PM

Customer Reviews

Great place for kids to burn off energy! The inflatables are a blast, the staff is friendly, and everything was clean. My kids had so much fun, and the arcade games were a nice bonus. Sam & Allie were amazing! Definitely coming back!

Monkey Joe?s in Winter Park is a nice place for kids to burn off energy and celebrate birthdays. While the space isn't very large, it still offers a fun atmosphere with plenty of inflatables for jumping and playing. Some of the inflatables show signs of wear and could use better maintenance, but the kids don't seem to mind?they still have a blast running around. The staff is generally helpful, and the birthday party setup is convenient for parents. It's a good spot for a casual celebration, though a little

We recently hosted our daughters birthday party at Monkey Joe?s, & I was very impressed with how smoothly everything ran. Sam, the manager, was professional, attentive, & made sure everything was handled efficiently. From the moment we arrived, Sam checked in to ensure we had everything we needed & that the party was running on schedule. The staff was well-coordinated, the facility was clean, & the kids had a fantastic time. I appreciated Sam?s leadership in making sure everything?from the party room setup

Birthday parties are always easy here! They handle everything, very attentive, and the kids have fun! Lance did a great job as our party host!

I took my child to this indoor playground, and I was shocked by the level of cleanliness. The play area, carpet, game machines everything was filthy. There was visible trash, dust, and debris everywhere. Such poor maintenance in a place meant for children is unacceptable and poses serious health and safety risks. I urge other parents who visit this place to speak up and report these unsanitary conditions to ensure the safety of our children. We deserve clean, safe environments for our kids to play in. I wi

This is a great place for younger kids to run, walk, play, jump, etc. I think as soon your child is able to walk this would be a great place for them. The entire amusement center has enough options for the kids to pick from. The center is big enough for them to really enjoy themselves, but not big enough to really worry if you lose track of your child. Cleanliness could?ve been a bit better, but overall I have no complaints the staff was really nice and happy to help when needed.

Place looked closed from outside but was very lively once you get past the dark windows and door. I liked that they gave you a bracelet to secure the area as to who's allowed inside. Inside, the place looked a little dingy but perfect for children to run and scream and make a mess if they want to. Plenty of seating for adults, a bunch of bouncy houses which is worth it alone. Less expensive than other playgrounds I've gone to. However, most of the arcade machines are broken or too fast to even know you're a

It was our first time here, and we had a blast! There was plenty to do, the food was decent, and most importantly, the customer service was awesome! ?? They have the perfect play area for younger toddlers and jungle-gym style houses and arcade games for the older kids. Can't wait to go back!

Our recent visit to Monkey Joe?s was absolutely fantastic, and while the overall experience was great, it was Katie who truly made it exceptional. From the moment we walked through the doors, Katie greeted us with the warmest smile and a genuinely welcoming attitude that immediately put us at ease. Her positive energy and friendly demeanor set the tone for the entire visit, and it was clear right away that she genuinely cares about the experience of every guest. Katie?s attentiveness was truly remarkable.

If you're looking for a fun, energetic spot for kids to burn off some energy, Monkey Joe's in Winter Park, Florida, is the place to be! The indoor play area is clean, spacious, and filled with tons of inflatable slides and obstacle courses that will keep kids entertained for hours. It's a great environment for families to enjoy a day out, and you can definitely feel the excitement as soon as you walk in. One of the standout features of our visit was the exceptional service from the manager, Allie. She went

We had a party at the Winter Park location and everything was wonderful. The place is clean, the host Riley was attentive and the kids had a blast.

I feel bad for staff here who tried their very best. The issue is owners/management who do not staff enough people for what they have going on. I sat waiting for food for over 40 minutes with a cranky and hungry toddler who didn't want to sit and wait around for them to finally be able to make it in between 3 birthday parties. All I got for it was a $5 playing card that I can't use with a one year old. I'm sure staff is doing 2-3 people worth of work with how much I saw them running around and barely making

Monkey Joe's never fails! I bring the kids I nanny here often and they can't get enough, asking to go back almost every day. It is very clean and up-kept and all of the staff there is amazing! The past few times we have been we were helped by a girl named Katie, she is super helpful and sweet towards the kids :) I definitely recommend!

If you're not at Monkey Joe?s, what are you even doing with your life?!? This place has more bounce than my rent check, and my kids burned off so much energy I'm pretty sure they slept for 12 hours straight (worth every penny). But let's talk about the real MVP?Katie. This legend of a human deserves a raise, a trophy, and possibly a national holiday named after her. She handled my sugar-fueled tornadoes with the patience of a saint and the speed of a caffeinated ninja. One minute she's keeping the bouncy h

This place was fun! It was safe for all ages and the staff was so sweet. The kids had so much fun and I was glad they had kid friendly food for when they got hungry. Some of the games were not working but other than that this place is a great place to take the kids on a day that needs some fun or a rainy day.

This location is amazing! Very clean and the staff is fantastic. If you're looking for a great time to take your family this is the perfect spot . They also offer birthday parties which is great for the kids ! If you're interested in planning a party one of the mangers names is Katie and she was super helpful with ours !!

Let me tell you, our visit to Monkey Joe?s was everything thanks to Katie! She's the kind of person who lights up a room the second she walks in. Her energy? Pure warmth. Her smile? Instantly makes you feel at home, even in a packed space. What really blew me away was how she catered to our group like we were VIPs. With all the chaos and different energies buzzing around, she somehow made sure every single one of us felt seen and taken care of. That kind of attention and care? You don't find it everywhere.

They have an amazing crew at this location! We celebrated my daughter?s 4th birthday here. We did not have a scheduled party. We just brought our 3 children here to celebrate. The Monkey Joe?s crew was so accommodating. They went above and beyond in every way! I am highly impressed. The kids love it here so much. I recommend Monkey Joe?s Winter Park to anyone who is considering going here. Props to the management for doing it right!

Monkey Joe?s is always a great place to take my little cousins! The facility is clean, well-maintained, and the staff is friendly. A special shoutout to our favorite manager, Allison?she's always so kind, patient, and fantastic with the kids! Her hospitality truly makes every visit even better. Thank you, Allison, for going above and beyond!

Monkey Joe?s was very reasonably priced. Kids had fun but most games were out of order. They needed more people working there because the three girls that were there were trying to do their best but there were too many people. They were very friendly. The place is outdated and needs to be cleaned. You must wear a socks. My white socks became black within a few hours. The pizza was burnt. Chicken fingers were okay. This would be a great place if they actually put thought into everything. They do parties for

Allie and Katie were amazing today for my son?s 2nd birthday. They explained how everything worked and since we had never been we felt really confused. They alleviated the stress and were so helpful! Definitely check them out!

I have grown to like this little place alot. We usually go shortly after breakfast and hang until about lunch time. We eat a little lunch there if the kids are feeling it and then head home for naps. Their chicken tenders and fries are actually really good. Lol ! The vibes are chill and simple and the girls that work there are very sweet. Parent Note: You need socks for the kiddoes, I usually bring a pair of my own as well just to hop in and out if my little ones need me. Enjoy !

I took my twins to celebrate the big 8 and Allie made it so they had the best time of their lives!! The customer service was amazing and she was on top of everything we needed. 10/10 definitely recommend and ask for Allie!

We had our daughter birthday here and I highly recommend!! The kids had a blast playing . The process was easy and having food/ drinks and entertainment provide was nice . We brought own decorations and it looked super cute with what monkey joes had already .

Absolutely loved this Monkey Joe?s. Took my daughters here for something different to do on a hot afternoon and was so pleasantly surprised. It was well maintained, affordable, clean and the staff was friendly. With only one way in and one way out that is monitored I also had a feeling of security for my little ones. For a weekend it was also not too over crowded. My girls were able to play on or with everything in this location and made some friends along the way. I highly recommend this location if you're

Great place to let the little ones and toddlers run wild!!! They can safely burn all that energy!! The added bonus to all of this is that parents don't have to breathe down the kids backs it's safe. You can have a peace of mind and let them play!!

Best parts: We took our daughter for her 3rd birthday! Definitely was worth every penny that was spent (less then $10) for her to run and jump all she wanted. Plenty of jumping areas for her to play. She enjoyed every minute she was there. Downfalls you can't have your own drinks and food, which some of the food was overpriced. Didn't see a lot of "monitors" watching the kids, one kid was climbing the basketball game and not letting kids play. Adults couldn't go in certain areas to supervise their kids

We had a small issue with our food order, and Sam immediately stepped in to fix it. They were professional, quick to respond, and made sure we were taken care of. Really appreciate the great service for my toddler!

From the start this place needs a lot of work. Most of the machines don't work, and their QR codes to report a down machine are as broken as they are, as you can see in the video. They have this weird bounce pad that you have to enter through the Monkey Vagina. It's weird. Very weird. The staff although mostly nice. At the beginning of the last hour. Literally asked us if we were ready to leave and offered to cut our paper bands off. Clearly, they wanted us to leave. It was rude and very unprofessio

I brought my son (3) and my nephew (3.5) twice over the holiday break to this Monkey Joe's location. Overall, I was pleased with my visit. The boys ran around to their hearts content...sliding, jumping, and tumbling in all their bouncy structures. What would improve my rating: allow outside food, OR slightly cheaper prices ($23 for two adults), OR better food options to purchase there. During the first visit I spend close to $50 for the 4hr visit. We did not eat there on the second visit and could only stay

This place was pretty decent! The girl at the front desk was nice. I noticed then activity cleaning. It's nothing fancy but kids don't care. Also for 10 bucks you can't really beat that.

No soap or paper at the bathroom. Dirty bathrooms. Food order was forgotten and delayed. Sadly parents don't watch their kids fighting over a toy or pulling each other's clothes. Games are expensive. Went for a party for the first time and would not want return. We all left feeling unwell in the head and belly's. At least had a helpful response from them on working on improvements and hope it does better.

My toddler (and I) truly enjoy coming to this place. So much so, he's always saying ?Joooeee?. the bounce houses are pretty fun and stimulating. It's nice that it's a quite big location, too. Allie makes the visits all so pleasant; we've become regulars and she's always so friendly and kind. I love bringing the little one here just to see him having a good time and burning off quite a bit of energy. Definitely recommend and hopefully you're helped by Allie!

I have an adult son with special needs and he loves Monkey Joes- so we often plan vacations around Monkey Joes that are still open. We went to Winter Park last week. The staff was nice, the young lady helping us was great. But the location was lacking in their merchandise and seemed run down. It needs a clean up. Games are over priced and prizes are less than desirable. He had a blast though!!

So this is Winterpark fl , I feel for 21 $ everything should work there should be a better range of toys especially for toddlers that don't just jump around. As a designer there could just be more effort. Maybe even higher a disinter to better design the layout , all the images I posted where of things that didn't work .

Today was my first time in this place. My son enjoyed, of course, but... the floor was really dirty. I assume the carpet was colorful once upon a time because now is brown. Disgusting. Restroom? Terrible. Adults inside the bounce house, and There was no staff to control the situation.

I'm sorry it wasn't good , my 2 yr old caught a bug/stomach virus . It was clean . The restrooms was dirty. All the equipment was busted up with holes in it. Also the equipment look like it has not been wiped down nor cleaned in years . The food ducks no one wore gloves. The menus food looks nothing like they bring you. The 10 yr old kids was in the 1-2 years area playing rough . Everything about this pls r sucks . I left after 1 hour. Will not be returning ?it needs closing and a huge renovation bad bad ba

This was my first time coming here with my boys & I'm usually not the type to leave a review but i came here to see if this is where i wanted to do his 3rd birthday party and it would?ve been great if the pizza was better but just for the simple fact that I went to a manager ( i think ), a lady with a long braid, told her i don't think it's right that we paid $20 for a pizza and only ate 2 slices because of how nasty it was. You can tell it's frozen, it had that frost bite taste. Literally the rest was left

Took my Newphew on his bday there we had a great time! Shout out to Katie who helped us she very sweet and professional and acknowledge my nephew?s birthday. ??

Bounce houses for big kids, two areas for toddlers (3 & under), a really awesome playground obstacle course, arcade games, and you can order a meal or snack from the concession stand. Reasonably priced at $13 per kid for unlimited play. Wednesday is bogo!!!

Just had my son Giovanis 4th Birthday today here at Monkey Joes in Winter Park. 3 words? BOOK YOUR PARTY!!! The helper was amazing! She helped us prep the room always was nice and attentive and my son had a blast! I couldn't be happier! They make everything here so easy when you're busy hosting. Couldn't recommend enough!

My kids has a great time at Monkey Joe's. We will definitely come back!! Allie was amazing with the kids and did her job well!

Bouncy houses broken staff told... hour later still the same. Very dangerous if electricity is cut off even for a second it could suffocate a child this needs to be fixed

Clean and well supervised! No complaints at all ! Here for a birthday party definitely you can have this place book with no problem!

The bounce houses and indoor play tower are great. The concession counter doubles as the main register for entry fees, and this can be a bit confusing. There is only one tablet style device for filling out the necessary waiver, so this creates a choke point for entry as people wait for the person in front of them to complete the process, which is a bit lengthy. There is only one kiosk for obtaining and refilling play cards for the arcade games on premise, and it quit working while we were there. You had to

My 2-year-old loved it here. Definitely need more kid security, though. Lots of big kids jumping with toddlers not carrying if there hit

I read all the recent reviews and i was weary, not going to lie. No indoor playground is perfect, things break and not everything is sparkling clean, but this place was SO fun! It was no where near what i was expecting to see from recent reviews. We had kids from 1.5 to 12 years old and between the arcade games, which do cost extra, and all the bounce houses and the huge climb through area... our kids played till they dropped! They had hand sanitizer on almost every table and the tables were spead out thro

I had the pleasure of bringing my Kids here for their birthday and Allie the manager gave me and my kids the best time and made sure their birthday was special! Thank you! They still talk about it!

Katie (the manager) was super welcoming and attentive to my needs. Any concerns i had she was able to help and provided the upmost care!! We had so much and will be coming back!

Such a great place to bring the kids! Had a blast there. Allie was especially helpful when we had questions regarding this specific location?s offerings.

Monkey Joe's is a good place to take kids to burn up their energy. It's pricey but worth it if you stay at least 2 hours. The arcade games are also expensive as most last less than a minute, so your kids will continuously ask for more. More than likely we will frequent MJ's once a quarter until my grandchildren lose interest. I recommend that you try it at least once.

I love bringing my kids here for fun days or hosting their birthday parties with Monkey Joe's. Katie is phenomenal and always takes such good care of us!

If I could rate negative I would. To begin the credit card machine was broken, the receipt machine was broken. The place is extremely hot, like no AC. The place is so disgusting, extremely filthy, nasty, horrible! It hasn't been cleaned for months, years. Just look at that disgusting carpet!! I literally stayed there for LESS THAN 10 mins and left, I couldn't stand letting my children stay there a minute longer. Especially with Covid 19 this place should be atleast cleaned. Lots of things broken fixed up w

I booked a party in the green room only got confirmation when it was time to pay half of the deposit didn't get no verbal details on what I could and cannot bring in. Wasn't aware that they didn't even have a birthday cake for the amount of money that you're paying they need to offer More for the price. We served our own food we practically just did everything didn't get the cards for the kids until at the end when she was like you need the green room because we have another party and that was at 5:15 when

Definitely will not be back here. There are no attendants in each area. There are signs that adult supervision is req'd but kids of all ages are running around wild in the toddler areas. It was so unsafe for toddlers to play.

This monkey Joe's is clean and well maintained. The employees often seem dazed and confused. I wish they'd get rid of the arcade because it distracts younger kids. The play area is coloful, safe and fun for kids. Weekdays are the best because they're not as busy.

I gave them a call asking about birthday pricing the receptionist supposedly she was the manager said she couldn't tell me the prices over the phone that all the information is online and I told her well that's a bad business so I told her bye and sure enough I'm not ever going there not wasting my time if they can let me know simple information over the PHONE.

They recently removed some of the large inflatables and added a large climbing area appropriate for toddlers and up. They also have a small area for infants and crawlers to toddle around. So happy for the change. My daughters (2 1/2 and 8mos.) really had fun. We went on a Tuesday when they do a toddler special and it was only $5!! Much more affordable than some indoor playgrounds that want to charge $11 for an infant! The staff was incredibly kind and helpful, highly recommend!!

Yesterday we went to celebrate our daughter?s birthday, we had the blue room. Te good is that our daughter enjoyed the playing area. The bad is everything else, to start we were supposed to have a host, nope she didn't pass by to check on us, the pizza was so late we barely had time to eat the cake. Monkey Joe did not danced or interacted with the kids as they used too, no birthday games. The adults pizzas arrived 15-20 minutes before ending time. Me and my husband had to look for the kids, they never

The place was dirty the floor was sticky my kids had fun, but I didn't want them in my car but added towel in the back, the bathroom was shut down out of order both boys and girl kids are at a party drinking water and juice, having to use the dollar general thank god they are next door shout out to I don't think I will ve back.

Great place to have a party, many options to do. Some things are not monitor that well which can lead to injuries, but overall ok.

It is a fun place for the kids to let go of all the energy they have ... They have 3 brithday rooms, they have a little kids area 3 and under, bigger kids area as well as an arcade.. they do have food and drinks you can purchase as well as socks if you forget them. I do think the one in International drive has more bouncy houses than this one but my kids still had a lot of fun..they have special pricings you can go online and check them out

Kids had a great time. The staff was wonderful and Katie took great care of us! Lots of games in addition to the bounce areas. The fries are great BTW, recommended!

Stopped here on our vacation with my grandkids. Allie was so awesome at explaining everything and making us feel welcome. The grandkids had a blast!

This place was great fun for my family. Lots of postive vibes from the staff. Thanks to Allie for making our time here memorable! We will be coming back!!

I was really disappointed in my experience here for my daughters 3rd birthday. Initially when I booked, there was no where I saw in booking where outside food was prohibited, i actually found out the day of and ordered extra pizza there but there were ZERO healthy options or really any toddler friendly snacks (goldfish, veggie sticks, fruit...anything). Everything is fried and disgusting. Our pizza had spice to it which several of the kids couldn't eat because it was too hot for them (think it was in the sa

UPDATE: Your prices go up but you decided to rip out many of your arcade games rather than fix them. So the one game Skee-Ball that I actually paid money to play is gone. I've put up with a lot of crap as you take my money Including atrocious And overpriced food, lacking staffing, iffy sanitation because my kid loves to play there, but we're done until you make some changes. Fix your bleeping water fountain It has been broken for years and I know you keep it defunct on purpose to keep selling water bottles.

This is my second monkey Joe's location I've been too. The first was in Georgia. This one had less open space and the inflatables were a little smaller. The kids still seemed to enjoy it though and it did have an inflatable obstacle course which the girls enjoyed too. The price at $14 each was a little steep considering the other location was $10. Luckily I had a BOGO since I had signed up for their mailing list. If I was to come back it would be on a Wednesday when it's BOGO day each week.

We had an awesome time at Monkey Joe?s - my son cannot wait to go back! Thank you Allie M. for answering our questions and making our experience top tier!

My kids LOVE monkey joes, they love the duck machine here. Sam is amazing- customer service astounding. Can't wait to have my daughter?s birthday party here next weekend.

Exactly what I wanted - hassle free birthday party. Our hostess, Alexis, took great care of us from beginning to end. Only complaint is the pizza quality. Since we're not allowed to bring in any outside food, aside from cake, the least we should get is decent pizza. Pizzas were over cooked/borderline burnt and the crust was flavorless. All our friends had a great time and the birthday kid was super happy so I'm happy too!

Lots of bounce houses and an indoor play area for toddlers and older kids. But literally half the arcade games are broken/disabled which is pretty frustrating.

This place is ok, nothing really special. The kids got bored with the bounce houses and opted to play the games instead which can get costly after a while. Smaller children may enjoy but 9 and up may want more of a variety.

Great customer service. The two ladies Were extremely helpful. I brought 5 of my children and they had a blast??

The place is good and full of activities for the kids to do, the only down side was the staff and the how dirty it was around. It is not a place I would be taking my kids on the weekend unless they have a bday there or invitation. Most of the staff was very serious and with a face like they hate being there, even though it is a hob and you might not like it, sometimes you have to at least fake it to keep a nice atmosphere specially with kids. A smile never hurt anyone!

If i could give it 0 I would if been calling for the past 2 weeks making shure that with coving if there were any restrictions no one has answered I figured I have Always grabbed a table just to be able to place her cake and her Goody bags unfortunately I have too many nieces and nephews to be able to get a room that would come up to about $400 to fit them all We each paid our children's entrance so I don't see what the issue is , I was told by the manager that the owners no longer permit it

Very good entertainment and recreational place for children. Customer service was very good. The employees Sam and Allie were very friendly, attentive and helpful.

Took my son to this location a while ago and it was a really good experience. A little too busy for my taste but we did go on a weekend so I expected that. It doesn't look like much from the outside, but inside was super cool. The admission price is PERFECT for all that you get. There are many bounce houses and arcade games. Please eat before you arrive, the food was awful and expensive. My son was incredibly happy and wore out when we left.

It's definitely a fun place for the kids to enjoy and burn energy. I love how they have a special toddler area where the little ones can also have some fun. Sometimes the bigger kids can be a bit rough in their play, but overall, I definitely recommend this place. There is a specific section where no adults area allowed, which makes me a bit nervous for my toddler/preschooler. You're not allowed to go in there not even to watch or make sure your kiddo is ok. No adults allowed but there are also no em

Second time coming with my toddler, gets better every time, staff is great, front desk Allie was really nice and very informative on what they offered here. Location is always clean and everything is safe for my toddler, highly recommended for new or existing parents .

I love taking my younger kids here. It's awesome for the under 5 year olds when you really have nothing to do but on a cheap side. Wednesday they have 2 for 1 entry.

My grandson birthday was celebrated today and this is the dirtiest place you can select. The rugs are so dirty the kids socks were black. I asked the manager how frequent they clean and disinfect playing areas and she said daily. I showed her where the sliding tubs are located and the dirt is so intense that you can barely identify the color (red). The pizza was basically crust and sauce. Hardly no cheese and pepperoni. The kids took a bite and dumped the rest. We literally dumped $500 for a place thats

Overall, Monkey Joe's is an enjoyable experience despite a few issues I've noticed after multiple visits. In terms of things to do, there are plenty of bouncy activities for kids to enjoy. Plus, they also have quite a few arcade games that everyone can play. However, several games are routinely out-of-order or malfunctioning in some way. As for cleanliness, it's nothing to write home about. Obviously since it's full of wild kids, there's only so much they can do to keep every area clean and tidy. When it

My daughter has had her birthday party here two years in a row at her request. Party host was excellent- very attentive and kind. We love Monkey Joes and are there often. Staff is always friendly and helpful. Great place to get out of the house, especially on a rainy day!!!

We had a great family adventure at Monkey Joe's and Allie had a big part in our kids fun!

My 2 year old had a blast! However, we had some concerns. First, the floors were gross.. like they had not been cleaned and the tiles were old ripping off the floor. We didn't really see anyone wiping down or cleaning any surfaces while we were there. Then, there was a situation with my son.. There was an older little boy that lourd my son to a very dark area in the play gym area. I was so confused as to why it was so dark and I couldn't see him anymore.... turns out it was a restricted area that was zipp

Frequently come here with my son. The price is budget friendly for last minute plans to get out of the house.The experience is different each visit depending on the time of day and day of the week. Some days we have the floor to ourselves, other days its too busy to even find a seat. But even after our bad days(usually when there are too many kids) I will continue to support this business because I can VISUALLY see the adjustments being made to improve their customers overall experience. Today I arrived at

Adults get in free and kids are reasonably priced so it's a great place to spend the day. The kids can safely have free run of the place as there's only one entrance/exit and they have massage chairs, food and clean bathrooms. There also isn't obscenely loud music playing all day so that's nice. It's one of the more affordable but fun places we've found. Win/win for everyone!

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Usually just yourself and a way to pay (some arcades still use coins, others use cards or apps). If you're competitive, bring your A-game. If you're social, bring friends or meet new ones over multiplayer games.

What’s the best time to visit an arcade?

Weekdays or early afternoons are usually less crowded — perfect for focused play. Evenings and weekends bring the buzz, especially at barcades or venues with DJs, tournaments, or themed nights.

Can I meet new people at arcades?

Absolutely! Arcades attract a mix of casual players and serious gamers. Whether you're jumping into a four-player co-op or chatting between rounds, it's a fun, low-pressure way to connect over shared interests.

Are arcades still just for kids?

Not at all. While many arcades are family-friendly, there are also adult-oriented ones with full bars, 18+ nights, or vintage nostalgia themes. Arcades today cater to everyone — from first-timers to lifelong gamers.

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.