Fun Factory Team · Updated 2026-09-01
What Littles & Lattés is (and is not)
Littles & Lattés is the on-site café inside Fun Factory Play Café at 1420 Bayly St., Unit 15 in Pickering. It is built for parents who want a real coffee or iced drink while kids play nearby, not a vending machine in the corner.
You do not need separate admission to use the café if you are already checked in for play or attending a party. Seating is placed so you can keep an eye on the play floor while you sit down.
It is not a full restaurant. Think café menu: espresso drinks, tea, hot chocolate, smoothies, and snacks that pair well with a morning play session or afternoon party.
Menu highlights parents order most
Hot drinks include brewed coffee, lattes, cappuccinos, and matcha. Tea options cover green, black, Earl Grey, and peppermint. Hot chocolate is a popular pick for kids who want a treat after climbing.
Iced and cold options land well on summer visits when the playground is busy. Smoothies and flavoured iced drinks are on the menu alongside standard iced coffee and lattes.
Snacks and add-ons let you build a light meal without leaving the building. Check the full café page for current items and pricing before you visit.
Ordering during drop-in play
Tag-team with another adult if you can. One parent supervises while the other orders. If you are solo, pick a seat with a clear sight line and order when your child is in a calmer stretch of play.
Remember outside drinks cannot enter the facility. Finish drive-through coffee in the car or order from Littles & Lattés once inside.
Tuesday and Thursday afternoons offer 50% off drop-in admissions after 3:30 pm. Pair a discounted play session with a coffee and you have an affordable after-school routine.
Café service at birthday parties
Party packages include coffee and tea for adults in the private room. Juice and water for kids are part of the package too. The café supplements what is already in your room if you want specialty drinks.
Many hosts order a round of lattes when parents arrive, then let the party host run pizza and cake on schedule. Your party room is yours for 2.5 hours, so there is time to enjoy both play and café breaks.
Follow @littlesandlattess on Instagram for seasonal specials and new menu items. The main Fun Factory account @funfactoryplay shares hours and promo updates.
Tip for new parents: order at off-peak moments right after you arrive or right after the lunch rush. Lines are shorter and your drink lands while kids are still exploring.
Café etiquette on busy play days
Keep hot drinks away from the play structures and off low tables where toddlers grab. Use lidded cups when the café offers them.
Wipe spills when you can. Staff sanitize tables throughout the day, but quick cleanup helps the next parent who needs a seat with a sight line to the slide.
If you are meeting another parent for a playdate, agree on a meeting spot near the toddler zone or main seating bank. Cell service in the building can be spotty, so a physical landmark beats texting back and forth.
Birthday party hosts sometimes order a round of specialty drinks when adults arrive. Budget $5 to $8 per drink beyond the included coffee and tea in your package.
Kids who finish play hot and thirsty can share a smoothie ordered at the counter while you supervise from nearby seating.
Why a play café beats waiting in the car
Some parents kill time on their phones in the parking lot while kids play. Inside, you recharge with actual coffee and watch the fun through the glass.
The café turns a one-hour errand into a morning you look forward to. That matters on repeat rainy weeks when you need a change of scenery without a long drive.
FAQ
Can I visit the café without paying for play?
The café serves families using the play centre. If you are attending a booked party or checked in for drop-in play, you are welcome to order. Ask staff at the desk if you have a special circumstance.
Is the café nut-free?
Ask staff about current ingredients if allergies are a concern. We allow nut-free outside food in the play area for children who need specific safe snacks.