Step aside Erewhon—there’s a new elite parenting hangout in town, and it’s got oat milk lattes, sound design, and sensory rooms. Welcome to Kids & Coffee, the buzzed-about indoor play space that’s redefining luxury for LA families—and becoming a quiet favorite of celebrity parents in the process.
“We knew we had something special when we sold out week after week,” says Vivian Ho, who co-founded the 12,000-square-foot concept with her husband, Ken. “But we never imagined becoming the ‘Erewhon of indoor playgrounds.’”
Part café, part Montessori-style wonderland, and part parent sanctuary, Kids & Coffee was born during COVID, when Vivian and Ken struggled to find a space that supported both their toddler and their own needs. “We designed the space and the experience of Kids & Coffee to tackle these issues head-on,” she explains, “by providing children with an enriching play environment AND offering caregivers a space to connect and recharge.”
And that’s exactly what it does. From a curated playlist to award-winning local coffee and private adult lounges, this is not your average playroom. “We figured if parents find the space beautiful and calming, they’ll want to spend more time here, which means more play opportunities for the little ones!” she adds.
The vibe? Scandinavian-chic meets sensory play—designed with intention from every angle. “We wanted to break away from the primary-colored plastic jungle that’s become the norm for kids’ spaces,” Vivian says. “Why can’t a place be beautiful AND functional for families?”
The buzz is so strong, you might sip your macchiato next to an A-list actor and not even know it. “We’d unknowingly have these completely normal conversations with some very high-profile parents about toddler tantrums and potty training struggles—you know, the real stuff everyone deals with,” Vivian laughs. “Then later someone would mention, ‘Do you know who that was?’”
But star-studded status aside, Kids & Coffee has never been about exclusivity—it’s about creating genuine community. “Whether you’re a famous athlete or a regular neighborhood mom or dad, we’re all experiencing those same universal moments,” she says.
Community-building is central to the experience. “The real magic happens in those unplanned moments—when parents realize they’re not alone in their struggles, when they exchange numbers to set up playdates,” Vivian says. “We’ve seen beautiful friendships form between families who might never have connected otherwise.”
Programming includes everything from hip-hop ballet fusion for toddlers to camps with weekly themes like Superhero and Under the Sea. “Our camps have been a game-changer for parents struggling to find activities when school is out,” Vivian says.
For now, the team is focused on perfecting their flagship location—but expansion is on the table. “We’re definitely dreaming big while trying to stay grounded,” she shares.
Still, it’s not the hype or Hollywood that makes this place magical. It’s the everyday memories. “One particularly touching example was a little girl who, after finishing her very first dance class, excitedly showed us her moves—and then asked if she could show us again,” Vivian recalls. “These moments of belonging and support—that’s the real success of Kids & Coffee.”
