Want to get out of the house and meet some friends for a cup of coffee and conversation while the kids play? There are quite a few places in Austin where you can let the kiddos hang out while you have a good shot at finishing a sentence with a grown-up pal. Check out this roundup of Top Places for Coffee Playdates.
121 Pickle Rd. Austin | 1300 E. 4th Street | Coming soon: Menchaca
Cosmic’s South Austin location on Pickle Road has a terrific patio vibe that includes a sweet little pond where kids can watch koi swimming around, and peek into a huge chicken coop and garden. A coffee shop by day and a chill space to grab a beer at night, this is a kid- and dog-friendly venue for easy hangouts. Here you’ll also find food trucks like Pueblo Viejo, Biggie’s Yardbird, Wow Poke, and Eastside King. Get more details on food options and other locations here.
1601 West Koenig Lane
Entering this cafe feels like you’re entering a friend’s home, where you can explore its many rooms, back patio, or front porch to find a cozy spot to settle into. But you’ll want to make a beeline for the back patio with a pirate ship play structure and a selection of trucks for kids to push around if you’d prefer to sit outdoors. Brentwood Social House also offers a variety of events, like music for kids. Check out their website and Facebook page for updates.
2401 Winsted Lane
Grab tacos from Veracruz, coffee from Fleet Coffee Co., or shaved ice from SnoRide, and let the kids run around the large outdoor patio. There’s plenty of space to meet up with friends and for the kids to play in a casual, laid-back atmosphere.
— Easy Tiger South | Temporarily closed for remodel summer 2025 (details here)
3508 S Lamar Blvd
Enjoy a relaxed vibe for both parents and kids at this Austin bake shop and beer garden. With their saying, “We all need to Slow Down, Stay Awhile”, Easy Tiger is just the place for anyone who needs a change of pace. You can find three different locations across Austin, but the South is one of our favorites because of its little tiger den play area.
1400 East 38th 1/2 St.
One of the things we love most about this kid-friendly hot spot is the awesome free kids shows they offer on weekends. Plan to meet pals for breakfast and let the kids boogie to some live music. They also have a large fenced-in outdoor area that’s great for some busy little ones. Just bring some trucks and let them play around outside as you catch up. Check out their website to keep track of their event listings.
— Lazarus
4803 Airport Blvd.
While Lazarus Brewing has two locations, it’s their spot on Airport Blvd. that has an adorable pirate ship for kids to explore while you sit and sip your coffee. They also have special storytimes for kids that they post on their Facebook and Instagram accounts.
4204 Menchaca Rd | 3504 Montopolis Dr. | 1115 E 11th St
We love Radio’s Menchaca Rd. location for its large outdoor patio & room to spread out for the kiddos. Plus, there are plenty of low-to-the-ground climbing trees for children, too. Enjoy delicious bites from onsite food trucks Veracruz All Natural, Tommy Want Wingy, and Dee Dee. They also host many live music and trivia nights, so keep an eye on their events calendar.
— The Hive
10542 Mechaca Rd
This South Austin spot is serving coffee and cocktails for adults, and there’s no shortage of kid-friendly menu choices at The Hive. This place is buzzing with fun for the kids – check their calendar for events like Family Trivia Night, and Family Bingo!
— Merit Coffee at the Triangle
4615 N Lamar Blvd #303a
With locations in Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio, this Texas chain offers delicious brews and bites. Their Triangle location makes our list because it’s got easy parking and is in such short proximity to Triangle Park, where kids can enjoy a small playscape and plenty of yard space to run and play.
Bonus: Espresso Bars in Toy Stores!
Did you know that both Terra Toys and the downtown Austin Toy Joy locations have adjacent coffee shops? You can pop into Yummi Joy downtown for a variety of beverages, ice cream, and candy. Or stop by the Espresso Bar at Terra Toys for a drink or snack before you shop.
More Suggestions for Kid-Friendly Places for Coffee:
- Mozarts Coffee Roasters
- Summer Moon Coffee
- Cups & Cones
- Jo’s Coffee
- Once Over Coffee Bar
- Central Market North Lamar (with playground)
- Whole Foods Market Downtown (with playground)
The hive in South Austin.
Just went to Dear Austin on south Lamar and they have a play area in the back with a sandbox!