Late post for Halloween event: my daughter and i attended a open house for a new playroom thats open to the public, Nov 6 2017. DJ & entertainment was on point; DJ got the children dancing to chicken dance & every line dance music inaginable! He also played 80's and 90's music that some adults participated, including me! The dance area had mirrored walls and a 2 sided window for viewing & seats to relax as well. Complete with a "bouncer" stamping hands upon entry for little kids. I felt i was entering into a night club or bar! Light refreshments (fruit punch, Filipino 4 seasons drink, bottled water) & snacks served (chips, cheese balls). Desert of cake slices was served too. Even Roassti's pizza! Coffee was also served. Also, a pretend play of the neighborhood, dolls and toys, a section for rock climbing, and a section to watch a projected movie kept my daughter busy and entertained. Although there was a rubber mat for the rock climbing, I felt there should be a few helmets as an option for the extra protection. There's also a room with a tv and few sofa seats for parents to lounge for a bit. Children's book for kids to sit and read. This establishment is mostly Filipino owned and on a busy intersection. Meter and street parking available. read more

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We loved our play date at Mini City! All day play (?) is $15 and we had a blast playing for hours. They have tons of different areas, including kitchen, laundry, grocery store, public transportation, train table, etc. They also have climbing areas, slides and a smaller baby area! We were first inside the day we went, so everything was neat and clean. The only reason I docked a star is because online it says they only allow in kids who have registered ahead. We called all day and no answer! My friend wrote to them on IG and they said just show up. They open at 9:00am, I called when we got there at 9:30 (per instructions on the door) and the lady said she would be there at 9:45 so give her a couple of minutes. I imagine due to covid they're short staffed / don't have as many kiddos going in, so it didn't deter us much, but just something to note. We would still happily return! A great rainy morning activity! read more

Mini City on 21 - Indoor Playcenter Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Everything seemed old and small i don't understand the hype? I was a guest at a party and it was hard to watch the management continue to scold the parents and the kids. My mother approached the play area with shoes but did not enter and was scolded... She was not planning to enter. After watching the way the management treated their clientele, i would not recommend. I think what this owner needs to recognize is stomping around in stilettos like Miss Hannigan from Annie isn't an appropriate way to conduct business with children or an adult who chose your venue to host their child's party. There are companies that will bring play areas to your yard. Check instagram. I had a party for my child at a gym where we had a company drop of a beautiful play area same rate way more hours of play. read more

Mini City on 21 - This woman is insufferable she was constantly yelling at the children constantly scolding parents. - Indoor Playcenter Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

I had my son's first birthday there, and although the space was affordable and local, my guest and I were disappointed by the condition of the facility. My son's birthday was 2 weeks after Christmas and when I arrived to set up, there were still some very sad looking Christmas balloons out that I had to ask to be removed. They also did not have a high chair with a tray so I had to send my husband back home to grab our high chair so we could have a place to hang the baby's first birthday banner and put his smash cake. There are no more private rooms anymore everything gets set up in the main space. The floor was dirty when I arrived so I had to ask for it to be tidied. There were also random objects (like a crate and a broom handle for example) that I had to ask to be removed. Part of the counter is being used as a work space so it was frustrating to see so much clutter knowing that this is the only space for sitting and eating. My guest and I also found the play area to be dirty and unsafe. Inside the baby zone, there were very small styrofoam pellets (maybe from a broken stuffed animal?) that my friends were attempting to remove by stuffing them into their own pockets. My husband also picked up a broken ornament and both of us picked up several wire ornament hooks. By the ladder, there is also a loose plug that runs along the side, that multiple children grabbed and pulled on on their way up. The worst part was, half way through the party, the smell of cigarettes came wafting through the place and several guests came up to me to ask if I smelled it too. At the end of the party, I was told (not asked) to have my HUSBAND take out the garbage. I really struggled with whether or not to write a review for this place bc I don't want to hurt a small business. However, unsafe conditions at a children's playplace is a big no-no in my mommy book. I would not recommend hosting a party here. read more

Great option for cold weather and rainy days. It's a decent deal and even better on Friday's. My 7,5 and 3 yr old was very entertained for a couple hours! read more

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They decided the day of to be closed the 27th. Their website and the door sign said closed until the 26th. Came today and they said they put on their website that morning they are closed for cleaning. Lady did not seem empathetic or to care at all read more

So glad I found this hidden gem for my 19 month old granddaughter. The owner takes extra time in providing a clean safe environment without taking away play fun. A little eating area is provided in the event your little one needs a snack. This will be our winter hangout for sure! Forgot to mention, the owner has a little snack bar with items for sale. 15.00 for a day of safe fun play. read more

Attended a 3rd birthday party here yesterday and the owner was extremely rude. Every guest who arrived at the party she asked them, "So who are you?" In a loud and accusatory tone as if they weren't supposed to be there. These were party guests arriving with children. Not only was she rude, she complained about the children being loud despite this being a children's party and play area. She kicked us out at the end when we were in the middle of cleaning up then complained about everything not being clean. If I could give 0 stars I would. The owner is horrible and most likely racist. I DO NOT RECOMMEND. read more

Another great NYE party at Mini City. It was a great way to end 2019 with our littles. The play area, crafts, and food was great! I would highly recommend this place. Will definitely be back! read more

Mini City on 21 - Another great NYE party at Mini City. It was a great way to end 2019 with our littles. I would highly recommend this place. - Indoor Playcenter Near Me - Chicago, Illinois

Very cute play space. My girls loved every aspect of this place, including the gated baby section (when there weren't any babies playing). Their favorites sections were the cafe and hair salon. Compared to other play spaces in the city, Mini City is very affordable at $10 for one kid and $8 for a sibling. Another big bonus is that Mini City is regularly open on weekends. read more

Celebrated our kid's birthday party there. We had 80 guests. I would highly recommend it. Kids had a blast. This place is clean and spacious. The party rooms are great size for entertaining. No other indoor playground / party place in the city compares. Bathrooms are clean and kid friendly. One of the things I admire is that the owner is always in the floor to help. She is working with the staff like one of them. She is very attentive to the needs of the families. We were very pleasantly surprised with the ease of everything. Had a very fun time! read more

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We recently took our son here and he had a blast. The place is fun, affordable and clean. The owners are very friendly and courteous. We would definitely come back! read more

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We have gone here almost a dozen times and have always had a good experience. Recently, on one of the hottest days of the year I thought the place would be packed but we were one of only four families there. It was perfect. They recently added a Mini CTA display with a plastic ball pool. Fun times. I wish they had a bouncy house to help wear out a toddler/pre-schoolers unlimited energy, but I understand that space and costs make this unlikely. It's still a good deal. Your pass is good all day and you can leave and bring back food (you have to eat it in a separate section of course). read more

Just stopped by here for the first time. The misses is at work so daddy daycare today. This place is awesome. Essentially a little city with tons of toy for the kids to play on. Here's the best part, there is a bar that you can sit at and watch the kids play at. No alcohol which is appropriate considering the venue, but free coffee. Clean and well kept, and there is only one way in and out. They buzz you in when you arrive as well, very good security measure. Highly recommended! read more

My daughter just started walking, and this place has everything-- we started off with beach balls and cushion blocks in the gated baby area, then she warmed up and started exploring everywhere. It's definitely a mini-city-- stairs, slides, a fire house, rocket, kitchen with grill, barber shop, grocery store, to a rock climbing wall, Barbie area, rocking horses, etc. Clean and $10. Must have socks for you and your kid(s), otherwise they sell them for adults for like $2.20. read more

Finally, an awesome play place in the Northwest side of Chicago!! Beautiful, clean, and creative! Staff is friendly and sweet. It's not too big and not too small. Perfect enough for you to sit down and see exactly what your child is doing. The Mini Cafè and Mini grocery store are my child's faves as well as the mini firehouse. The atmosphere here truly enhances imagination. They also have special events throughout the week such as Tell Me a Story Tuesday and Movie Monday! Just the perfect place for you and your little one to take a little break from your house! read more

My 20 month old twins love to play in the mini city cafe and grocery store. They love the slides and ball pit too. There are a ton of things to do for the little ones. There is a private area where classes for Zumbini and dance classes are held. These rooms also when not in session are great for private parties! You can rent the whole place as well for bigger parties! It's a great place for the whole family. It's very clean. The staff are friendly and helpful. read more

We've been here a number of times for open play, a birthday party, and most recently for their Easter event. My 2 year old had so much fun! They had the Easter bunny where you could take your own photos, arts and crafts, snacks, a dance party, Easter egg hunt, balloon drop, bubbles, and of course access to all the toys, all for the price of admission. There was a great turnout, but not too packed for the kids to run around and have fun. The staff is also so nice and welcoming. My son did not want to leave at the end of the event! This place is the perfect size for kids of this age, and for adults who don't wanna lose their mind chasing around their crazy toddlers in a huge space. read more

I really like this place. Its nothing wow because its not a large space but it does its job. First off you need to be buzzed in to enter the place which is good because you dont need just anyone entering. Mini city on 21 is room with a ton of toys and couch or two for the parent to watch their child destroy the place from ALL angles. It has everything and anything for a large array of ages. There are toys for 8 months olds and toys for 4 and 5 year olds. There is a restroom within the room and some outside. Of course you are not allowed to wear shoes but what parent doesnt appreciate that. The place is clean and perfect size. I brought my laptop today and did some work on it because they offer free wifi. Its only 10 bucks to get your child entertained and you can stay as long as you need, unless they have a private party and in that case, they will kick you out. Its a fun place so bring your monion and let their imaginatio run wild. read more

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Had such a fun time with my 1.5 yr old daughter at Mini City today! They have a nice area for crawlers and even some infant bouncy chairs for the little ones. Totally recommend this place. Very clean, well organized, lots of fun toys and creative play places. Staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful. Noticed a spacious room that would be great for a party. Can't wait to come back soon! read more

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My children loved this spot as it has different age group toys. The staff seemed attentive and out of your business which can be a good thing when you've got an angry toddler having a temper tantrum. They've got couches and seats so parents can watch over their children and recline back. We went for a birthday party which was wonderful! The family member who paid for it said it was on the expensive side but honestly we could all agree that the kids had a good time. Never a boring moment! Complimentary coffee too!! What a great way to keep the parents awake while the kids enjoy. we will definitely be back. read more

LOVE this place! Perfect for hot, rainy, or winter days when you just need out of the house! Spacious, clean, and lots of toys for the little ones to play with. My 2 year old loves going there and never wants to leave! read more

We had such a great time here with our two year old. She was in awe of all of the activities available in the play area and really enjoyed herself. The place was super clean and the woman working the front desk was so nice and helped us stave off a major toddler meltdown with a lollipop when it was time to leave. We'll definitely return. read more

Very nice place. A lot activity for the kids, personal it is very nice. Free coffee and phone charger love it.

It was 15 degrees outside so I decided to take 5 of my grandchildren to the new Mini City on 21 (21 stands for route 21 = Milwaukee Ave) The price was a little high but we got our money's worth because we stayed there 4 hours. The kids really had a fun time playing in the mini kitchen, mini food store, going down the slide, climbing the mini climbing wall, playing on a teeter totter and mini roller coaster, playing with Legos, Barbie dolls, costumes and most of all, playing with other kids. There were plenty of chairs for moms and grandmas to sit in while their children were playing. There were a lot of mats on the floor to protect the kids when they fell (which they did at time from running and falling from the climbing wall). The only thing I wasn't crazy about were the tiny Lego pieces that ended up on the floor where babies and toddlers could pick them up and put them in their mouths. So it's important to keep a watchful eye while you're there. Especially if you have an adventurous 3 year old who decides he wants to climb the mini climbing wall which is about 7 feet high. read more

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What an awesome indoor play place for kids! There are no indoor play places nearby and this will be great for the colder weather to come. We came by for a Halloween party and it was the best! The staff is so friendly and kind and warm. The facility is very clean and modern. Bathrooms are kid friendly and have baby changing stations. The party rooms are great size too for entertaining! read more

Love this place. Very friendly personal. Clean. Has healthy snacks available for kids. Good for 2hrs of playing. I would highly recommend it. read more

Took my 3rd yr old granddaughter today. She had a blast. So geared to the preschool crowd. They had 2 parties and just drop ins like us but not too crowded. Parents are expected to keep an eye on their kids and most did a good job. Someone was always picking up toys. Good value read more

Great place to take younger children. I have a one and a three year old, and they love City Mini. There a great number of different things to play with there. Plus, there is always something new. My girls love the grocery store, the kitchen, and CTA stop. Check it out. You won't be disappointed! read more

Had a party here over the weekend for my 4 year old daughter. We had quite a turn out with over 25 children plus parents. I was worried about enough space but it was great and didn't feel crowded at all. Place was clean, everything was set up and ready for us to just come in and enjoy. The kids had a blast playing with all the cute toys and best part...Mom didn't have to clean up! Thank you mini city for helping us have a wonderful party! read more

My family loves this place!! It is very clean and very spacious. There are a lot of fun creative things children can do. My nephew and niece come here and they don't want to leave. There are also wifi, free coffee, and karaoke for adults. The washrooms are also very clean. Will definitely be coming back soon!! read more

Such a great place for little ones. I love that there are theme days too. There was so much thought put into this construction. They're are so many different areas for the kids to play with.. whether it be the climbing wall or the pet vet or the dress up station or the Lego table there is something for every kid. The party rooms are great too. Everything is very organized and neat and clean. Even the bathroom is so cute with the little toilet and kid size sink. It's teaching our young ones independence. Such a wonderful place to be with your children. I highly recommend it read more

Love love love this place and so do my girls. Staff is friendly and helpful. Here's a little something for everyone here from a little movie nook to an area for adults to relax. Cannot wait to book my next party here! read more