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    Kids Empire Paramus

    3.7 (87 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Our Fam @ Kids Empire Celebrating Our Big Guy's Bday! - A family of four is seated at a table with a birthday cake, inside Kids Empire Paramus, a children's entertainment center.
    Chris E.

    Having been here once for just free play, here are my thoughts from a party hosting perspective. We held a birthday party here for one of our kids and we definitely had mixed (but, mostly good) feelings about the entire experience. We booked the party for a Saturday from 2-5 PM (their party start times are 10:30 AM, 2 PM, 5:30 PM) and our kids and all of our guests had a ABSOLUTE BLASSSSSST. As expected, our guests were there to have fun and enjoy the party and were probably oblivious to the planning that went into the party, hence why the experience coming here as a guest versus being a party host is going to be different. We booked the party online weeks ahead and on the Monday of the week of the party, we received a phone call from an employee. I'm not sure if you'd typically get a call from the manager or a random employee, but the person who called me was definitely an employee because they told me that the manager was not present that day when I asked certain questions. Basically, the employee confirmed the number of guests, our choice of cake, decorations and pizza (they only offer cheese or pepperoni or both). One thing to note about the pizza is that they advertise that it's 2 slices per guest, HOWEVER, they DO NOT advertise that there are 16 slices were pizza because they cut each regular size slice in half, meaning you're not going to be getting as many pies as you think you're getting based on 2 slices per guest. In actuality, it's just 1 regular size slice per guest. SO BEWARE OF THIS. Oddly, the employee did not request for a guest list with guest names, but we visited Kids Empire the day before the party and submitted one in person and we also paid the entire bill too, but you can choose to pay whenever ahead of time or pay the day of the party. Also, you can choose the tables you would like your party to sit at, but there are dedicated tables for parties as well so there isn't a whole lot of wiggle room on where your party can sit. On the day of the party, we arrived 15 minutes before the party start time as they don't allow the party parents to tend to their tables before then, but we weren't let in until about 5 minutes before the party start. With that said, we were assigned a party host (basically just a regular employee) to oversee our needs and the party tables were decorated as expected with a Kids Empire themed table cover, balloons, plates, cups and they had Welch's fruit snacks too. We added our own little touches to the decorations with extra balloons and snacks (e.g. chips). As the party progressed, family-sized water jugs and juices were brought out too and, whenever we ran out of beverages, our party host would bring out another. At about 3 PM, our pizza arrived from the vendor (Pizza HQ in Woodland Park), which meant it was time to eat for everyone at our party. It was our responsibility to corral everyone though to make sure they were present to chow down. Also, since we knew who the pizza vendor was for Kids Empire, we called them a few days before and placed an order for additional food and they delivered it along with the pizza orders on the day of the party. Just make sure to mention to them what time your party is. Our party host offered to serve the pizza to our guests, but our guests pretty much took matters into their own hands and started grabbing the pie boxes and handing them out, so there wasn't much need for the party host to assist, but just keep in mind that they do help serve the food. I will say that although our party host was verrrry, verrry nice and accommodating, at times she disappeared and we were not able to get a hold of her when we needed her, but we did find out she played the role of Huggy the dragon during the birthday parade. When our party began to wind down around 5 PM and it was almost time to end it, it felt like we were being rushed a bit to clean up. We understood that they had another party at 5:30 PM, but we were being rushed to move our leftover foods and we weren't allowed to keep it present in the facility, so we had to throw it all into the car. However, with the weather being extremely hot outside, we knew the food wouldn't last long in the car, so we asked if they could hold our food for us to the side for a short period, but the answer was NO. It would have been nice if they let us keep the food indoors, but because we had to move the food, it almost felt like we were forced to leave or else the leftover food could spoil in the heat. Anyhowwwww, overall, our kids and guests had ALOT of FUN and that's what really mattered, butttt, there's always a butttt, we would have appreciated if our party host was more visible and present. Also, we would have liked it if they helped hold our food off to the side at the end. It wouldn't have been a huge burden for them, but that definitely rubbed us a bit wrong. I would still recommend holding a party here, but just beware of some shortcomings.

    An indoor playground features a multi-lane slide with purple sides, safety barriers, and colorful netting and structures surrounding it.
    Nehal A.

    Went in for the first time at this place for a birthday party. Easy check in process after signing waiver. The place is pretty clean, lots of obstacle based play area and huge slides. There's a dance area, toddler play area, some arcade games. At the counter they sell many different types of snacks, sodas and ice cream. There are bench and tables where they put the party decorations. Other regular tables are available for parents not there for parties. The associates help with serving pizza and cutting cake. But it seems they don't fully dedicate resources to orchestrate the whole party that I have seen in other places. Our host dropped the cake by accident cause she was handling it after candle blowout. Also didn't see any help when they were packing all the gifts. The service in this process has lots of room to improve.

    Tables/Seating. Infant/toddler area on that back wall - Children's indoor play area with a mural of a cartoon creature on the wall, surrounded by clouds and colorful decorations, with seating and tables in the foreground.
    Jennifer P.

    I've visited here about 5 times. I've never had a bad experience. I love that the play area is all in one space and I can sit down and have view of everything. There are tables and plenty of seating. I love that you have the option to go in and out same day (if you want to leave to eat you can and then you can return). The fee is for the whole day unlike some places that charge by the hour. I've never had an issue with cleanliness. The staff have always been fine - no issues. They're attentive when they're needed. They have little motor vehicles for an additional cost. You need to purchase a card at the front desk. That I wish were kept a little better because sometimes the vehicles are stopped in inconvenience places which can block others. They have wifi here if you want to get some work done while your child plays. There's also a little area for infants/toddlers off to the side. Overall I recommend this place. I'm not sure why all the negative reviews but this is my go-to indoor playground. It's located in a parking lot near many other businesses but parking has never been an issue. My least favorite thing is route 17 traffic!

    Children's indoor play area featuring multicolored climbing frames, slides, and soft play equipment at Kids Empire Paramus.

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    Priscilla was very conscious when it came to safety and kind and helpful! Definitely pays attention and is aware of the kids behaviors!

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    Priscilla was amazing and helpful! My kids enjoyed themselves very much. We will be back

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    6 months ago

    Jaden was a great help for the birthday party we attended. My daughter had a wonderful time and didn't want to leave!

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    7 months ago

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    3 months ago

    Highly recommend Kids Empire for birthdays, playdates, or just a fun day out. We'll definitely be coming back!

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    8 months ago

    Osmani was great thanks with helping with the party.kids really had fun and everything was awesome

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    7 months ago

    The Staff is great and Kids empire is very well kept. Awesome slides and playground for the kids

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    6 months ago

    Great place for kids and moms to relax! Was able to have my own playdate while my kids got their energy out!

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    1 year ago

    Kids empire is our go to place and our kids have so much fun! The facility is clean and staffs are friendly.

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    7 months ago

    Staff was friendly. The kids had a great time. I had front row seats to the elastic cylinder drop... always a good time. Haha. Thank you!

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    7 months ago

    Great place on a rainy day. Clean , fun for my 5 and 6 year old grandkids. They look forward to rainy days and ask by name.

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    9 months ago

    Great place for a couple hours of play. Has always been clean and orderly when I bring my kids and never too crowded.

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    7 months ago

    awesome. children loved it. Very clean. Staff was very helpful and friendly. definitely will be back.

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    8 months ago

    Great place for the kids to blow off some steam. They love it! Will come again! Clean and safe too!

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    1 year ago

    Family friendly as parents are free and kids $24.... my son loves it and runs and plays for 3 hours straight

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    8 months ago

    Staff is very respectful and helping. Had a great time with my 5 year old. Play place was very clean. Definitely will be back!

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    1 year ago

    great experience and amazing fun for all the kids!! hours And hours of fun and a great time for the party we went too

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    5 months ago

    loved it, Jaden was fabulous with us. great customer service!!! I will definitely comeback

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    11 months ago

    Ethan was very helpful and friendly, Gave us a great time helping us. Very well mannered and respectful

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    1 year ago

    Aquil was very helpful with getting my issue resolved. It's also very clean. me and my soon had a great time, we will be coming back..

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    1 year ago

    Great easy check in experience and overcrowded. Carl was great and very helpful! Kids have a blast!

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