The Soft Play Cafe

1261 Pershore Rd, Stirchley, Birmingham B30 2XU, United Kingdom
+44 7454 280650
$$$ Children's cafe
(47 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Welcome to The Soft Play Cafe, an enchanting haven nestled in Stirchley, Birmingham, where the laughter of children mingles with the aroma of fresh, delicious food. This delightful children's café combines a safe and engaging play environment with a cozy dining experience, making it a perfect destination for families.

The Soft Play Cafe stands out for its inviting atmosphere, where parents can enjoy a well-deserved coffee while their little ones explore and play. The space is thoughtfully designed to ensure comfort and safety. Recent visitors have praised its warm and welcoming vibe, highlighting the exceptional customer service provided by the staff. As noted by Raeesah Khan, the ambiance here is simply delightful, creating a relaxing experience for both children and adults.

But let’s talk about the food! The menu features a selection of brunch items, delightful cold drinks, and sweet treats that cater perfectly to both kids and the young-at-heart. Try the Egg In Bread for just £4.25, a comforting classic that’s both simple and satisfying. If you’re in the mood for something heartier, the Bacon & Egg Roll or Sausage & Egg Roll at £4.95 each makes for a perfect grab-and-go option while keeping energy levels up for playtime. And if you’re looking for a sweet treat, don’t miss the Brownie & Fruit Skewers at £4.95, a colorful and indulgent choice that pairs beautifully with one of their luscious Milkshakes, priced at £3.50.

For those who want a light bite, the café offers a variety of bagels, including Filled Bagels at £5.95 and simple options like Just Butter served with jam for just £2.95. The drinks menu is equally tempting, featuring refreshing smoothies for £3.95 and fizzy J20 cans at £2.95. Each bite and sip is crafted to elevate your café experience while ensuring your little adventurers are well-fueled for fun.

This play café isn’t just about the food; it’s about the joy it brings to families. As April MayJunee highlighted, even in its compact size, the play area is packed with engaging features that cater to children of varying ages, including a ball pit, sensory stepping stones, and a dedicated space for babies. Whether it's climbing, sliding, or simply playing with the colorful toys, each child can explore and develop their motor skills in a secure environment.

Recent feedback from families, like Rhiannon Bolger and Hannah Walsh, further emphasizes how The Soft Play Cafe combines an inviting atmosphere with safe play opportunities. Families enjoy reserved seating upon arrival, allowing for a stress-free experience while immersing themselves in the café's heartwarming service. The reviews reflect a deep appreciation for the thoughtful details, such as a well-maintained play space and clean facilities, evidencing a commitment to providing a pleasant experience for everyone who walks through its doors.

For any parents searching for a kid-friendly spot that balances delicious food, excellent service, and an engaging play atmosphere, The Soft Play Cafe is undoubtedly a top choice in Birmingham. We invite you to come and discover why so many families consider this their favorite local café! Your next adventure awaits at 1261 Pershore Rd in Stirchley!

Service options
Dine-in
Delivery
Takeaway
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Parking
Openings Hours

Monday

09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Tuesday

09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Wednesday

09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Thursday

09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Friday

09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Saturday

09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

Sunday

09:00 AM - 03:00 PM

47 Reviews
Raeesah Khan

16 Sep 2025

This was genuinely the most wonderful play café I’ve ever visited. The space was amazing, and the lovely lady working there today was an absolute gem — her customer service was honestly the best I’ve ever experienced. The atmosphere was so warm, welcoming, and relaxing, with such a lovely ambience. My toddler had the best time playing, I enjoyed a great coffee, and even my newborn had a fabulous nap. Thank you so much! xx

Grace Mclarty

02 Sep 2025

We have visited The Softplay Cafe on multiple occasions now and my twins love it. For us it’s just the right size. Small enough that I am confident for them to play without my supervision (although you can see all areas) but also big enough that during the 1.5 hour visit they don’t get bored. The sensory corner is cute as well. Kamarah and the team are all lovely and so welcoming. The service is A* and the “light bites” are fresh and tasty. Prices are also affordable/reasonable. It’s a lovely addition to the area and I wish them all the success

April MayJunee

07 Aug 2025

The soft play itself is lovely, for a small area it does have lots to do, little music bit with a bubble panel and lights, ball pit, slide, climbing steps with swinging bags to dodge past and a little bit for babies and younger children. There are mirrors and sensory stepping stones. Lots of little balls and toys to pick up as well. The toilets are well stocked with nappies, wipes, pads and are well maintained. The lunch box we had was very cute, our little one loved it, and each table had mats with cars which is a lovely touch. Lots to do abd my little boy loved it for the most part. The ladies were both lovely, very friendly and and everything was clean and tidy. My only issue was near the end of our session as more people came, my son did get overwhelmed as did I... It felt like you couldn't move anywhere and I didn't feel like I could get to him when he had been pushed over by another child. It is a very compact space where the tables and everything are very close together... When it's quieter it is a dream, but when it's busy it can easily feel quite full on. Overall however still a lovely little local gem that is easy to get to via public transportation run by a local small business mom, definitely worth a go.

Rhiannon Bolger

22 Jul 2025

Me, my partner & our 7 month old daughter visited and our visit was excellent! Our table was ready for us with a high chair so we could pop Belle in straight away. With toys attached to the highchair to keep her occupied- win win! Our lunch & coffee was delicious & really reasonably priced. We then headed over to the Softplay, which Belle loved. We could have easily spent all afternoon playing, plenty to keep her entertained which is not always easy for little ones. I am looking forward to returning as Belle gets bigger and can use the different elements of the soft play too! The cafe itself is lovely inside & a perfect spot to relax and enjoy a coffee whilst little ones play. The baby change had nappies, wipes etc which was a thoughtful touch & shows how much they care. Finally, the service was excellent. Kamarah was extremely accommodating & friendly. We cannot wait for our next visit!

Hannah Walsh

01 Jul 2025

I've been really struggling to find baby friendly soft plays that are not absolute chaos. I stumbled across this place on Google and glad that I did. It is a decent size and has enough space for the soft play and seating. I visited with my little boy, my sisters and mom. It was nice and quiet, and they had reserved seating/tables for us with our names, which was a nice touch. We tried a range of drinks and were happy with our purchases. The food menu also looked good, but we did not eat today. The soft play was clean and had lots to do to keep my 8 month old son entertained. Not like so me of these bigger places which are very grubby! My only constructive criticism would be regarding the tempature at the cafe. Due to the last few days hitting 30 degrees, the cafe was very warm! I can only see this being an issue when we have had really hot weather, but did make it slightly uncomfortable in the soft play. We will definitely be back to visit again as we enjoyed our visit.

Ryan Hobday

19 Jun 2025

Great cafe and soft play, perfect for younger children, service was amazing, so friendly and helpful. Food was great and really reasonably priced. Our 7 month old loved her first ever soft play experience.

Morten Albring

01 Jun 2025

Absolutely fantastic place for parents and children! The little one loved the soft play, everything was very clean and well maintained. There's so many little touches that are so thoughtful to make this place good for little ones.

Jag Johal

31 May 2025

The softplay isnt very big but so interactive that it keeps children of all ages, busy. My son gets nervous so it was the perfect size for him to explore without feeling too overwhelmed. The staff are really friendly and were really accommodating to me and my 2 year old as we turned up without a booking but they didn’t make me feel bad or anything, instead the staff were so lovely and helpful and very chatty which was nice. I didn’t try the food but looking at the other tables; the portion looked big and it all looked tasty. I’ll definitely go back (with a booking) as my 2 year old really enjoyed it.

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