How to Design Child-Friendly Cafes

Have you ever thought about where to leave your children when you want to relax or hang out? Probably Yes! It is a problem for most families, especially those with children who get bored quickly. What if there are cafes with children's attractions? What if cafes are more fun and interesting for children? Wouldn't that be a great solution? So, how should we design a child-friendly cafe? As Riva Interior Architecture, we will talk about this topic in this blog. So, if you are opening a new business and your target audience is children, keep reading.

As you know, the first impression is essential for your customer because the cafe will reflect your identity and target audience. It will also affect their choice of whether to move in or move to another location. That's why the first step you need to think about when designing is the outdoor space. So let's find out why.

Outdoor Advertising For Children

A themed facade showing how the space will look
A readable and clear logo
Signs and indicators showing that this place is child-friendly
Barista who wears special clothes that attract the attention of children
A screen showing the concept of space, food and activities
Displaying dishes in a silicone or plastic-like format to show how the dishes are presented. This will create curiosity and attract more.

Themed Magical interior

Choose a theme that is popular for children and they are fans of it.
Unique comfortable furniture
Soft, ambient lighting
Tableware should be suitable for the cafe concept

Playgrounds and Amusements

The playground is a priority because children do not stay still for a long time. Therefore, they need zoned areas with activities for parents to spend time there so that they can rest and stay comfortable.
Dividing the area into zones will create a comfortable space for both children and their parents.
The daily music performances are really enjoyable and add a great atmosphere to the place.
Facilities for children and their parents

Basic facilities for children and parents increase the customer's satisfaction and comfort. So there are some things that need to be there.

Changing room for babies and children
A clean space for breastfeeding mothers and
Several toilets are required in the cafe because children may need to use the toilet regularly.

Table Menu

The first thing that attracts children is the visuals. Therefore, be careful when choosing the design, font and colors of the menu.
Decorate dishes with fairy tale items or popular characters, complementing them with the cafe's theme and tableware.
Simplify choices for children and their parents.
Large clear and colorful images that complement the dishes displayed outside are essential.
Giving children the menu first helps them feel independent and have fun.

Photo Booth

Create memories with your family by capturing their experiences
Helps families to repeat their visits
Be popular on social media
Increase the profit of the cafe

Children's Retail Area

What could be better than creating memories and giving gifts to your loved ones? Therefore, having a small retail space in the cafe attracts children more and puts a smile on their faces. The following is a recommended product to sell:
Keychains with popular characters or the dishes they serve
Toys related to the cafe theme
Plates, spoons, etc. Personalized meals such as

If you follow these ideas, you can create a great cafe experience for children that will always stick in their memories. Facade, interior space and facilities, entertainment are the basic principles of creating a child-friendly cafe. If you need any design ideas for your cafe, contact Riva Interior Architecture.