Little Leaf Play Cafe

Lyndum house, 12-14 High St, Petersfield GU32 3JG, United Kingdom
+44 1730 233441
$$$ Children's cafe
(70 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Welcome to Little Leaf Play Cafe, the delightful children's café located at Lyndum House, 12-14 High St, Petersfield GU32 3JG, United Kingdom. A haven for parents and their little ones, this charming play café perfectly combines a safe, stimulating environment for children with a relaxing atmosphere for adults. With its warm and welcoming staff, Little Leaf is the ideal spot for both playdates and family gatherings.

As soon as you step inside, you’ll notice the vibrant colors and whimsical decor that create an enchanting space for children. The café is designed to be a playground of imagination, featuring exciting play areas like a pirate ship, mini grocery store, and kitchen for role play. There's even a soft play area complete with a ball pit, ensuring your little ones are entertained while you enjoy some well-deserved downtime.

The café takes special pride in its selection of delicious food and beverages, perfect for both children and adults. Parents can indulge in a variety of delectable paninis and freshly brewed coffee while children enjoy a curated menu of sandwiches and drinks made just for them. The mouth-watering cakes displayed on the counter are a must-try, with patrons raving about their delightful taste and perfect texture, ensuring a sweet treat to accompany your visit.

What sets Little Leaf Play Cafe apart is the genuine care and warmth extended by the staff. Consider the heartfelt experience shared by Frankie Berringer, who noted the owner’s lovely demeanor, offering a place to feed their baby and even gifting a shaker toy for Easter. This is just one of many positive encounters that emphasize the calming, friendly atmosphere that awaits you.

From the moment you arrive, you’ll feel the strong sense of community as families gather. Whether it’s bringing children to play or celebrating special occasions like Sophie Davies's daughter’s birthday party, every detail is attended to with heartfelt enthusiasm. Imagine laughter filling the air while children explore, draw, and role-play, all while you sip on that perfect cup of coffee.

Guests often rave about the café’s peaceful vibe, making it an inviting spot not just for kids but also for parents needing a moment of respite. Beth Edwards shared how accommodating the staff were during her visit with a newborn and a toddler, highlighting the café's commitment to making everyone's experience special. It’s a place where you can relax knowing your children are safe and joyfully engaged nearby.

If you’re looking for a cozy family-friendly café in Petersfield, Little Leaf Play Cafe is the perfect choice. With fun activities for kids, a delicious menu, and a community-focused atmosphere, it’s a delightful destination you and your children will cherish. Come, unwind, and let your child’s imagination take flight while you enjoy the little moments that matter.

Service options
On-site services
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Lunch
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
Coffee
Quick bite
Dining options
Breakfast
Lunch
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Crowd
Groups
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

09:30 AM - 04:30 PM

Tuesday

09:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Wednesday

09:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Thursday

09:30 AM - 02:30 PM

,

04:00 PM - 05:00 PM

Friday

09:30 AM - 04:00 PM

Saturday

09:30 AM - 02:00 PM

Sunday

Closed

70 Reviews
Frankie Berringer

08 Sep 2025

I popped in today to see if there was any availability last minute not knowing they were shortly going to close for the day, the owner was extremely sweet and lovely, despite closing they offered a place for me to feed my baby, engaged in great conversation and gifted my baby a shaker toy for Easter! Managed to have a look around and can absolutely say I will be returning for a proper session with my little one as if their customer service was this great without actually paying for a stay and play i can only imagine what it’s like going for the full experience. Looking forward to returning! Thank you for being so kind and lovely.

Lucy Christmas

02 Sep 2025

Visited little leaf on Thursday for the first time and it was so so lovely! My five year old and her four old cousin would have stayed here all day if they could but we stayed 3 hours as that’s how long we got on the parking. Panini’s were delicious as was the coffee and we could sit and chat whilst the children played close by- heaven! Thank you Lucy x

Tara Baker

29 Aug 2025

My 2.5 year old son absolutely loves Little Leaf. Great selection of drinks and sandwiches for little ones and great cooked panini’s for adults. He especially loves the pirate ship and little shop. Will continue to be regular visitors

Nick Chiro

15 Jul 2025

Took my 2 year old son to little leaf play cafe. I also had my 8 year old daughter in tow as it is the start of the holidays. Had a very warm welcome and made to feel comfortable. My son jumped straight in and had a wonderful time. Playing with the pirate ship, shop and kitchen. My daughter had plenty to entertain her with drawing and board games. Was able to enjoy some coffee and cake. Spent 3 hours there unintentionally. Thank you.

tony percival

08 Jul 2025

Nice little indoor play area for young children. Not a lot of space though if it gets busy. I recommend any of the cakes on the counter!

Tristan

02 Jul 2025

Really lovely café with loads of stuff for kids to do, including lots of roleplay stations (grocery shopping, cooking, even an espresso maker), but also soft play with ball pits and a pirate ship! The cafe section for adults is also surprisingly large with great ambience and music. The cake we had was delicious and we'll definitely be ordering from the hot food selection next time we go!

Sophie Davies

22 Jun 2025

My daughter had her 4th birthday party at the play cafe. She and her friends had the best time! Lucy was amazing and made everything so easy. I loved all the little touches that made the party feel so special and made it look so sweet. I would highly recommend using the play cafe for parties (it’s also a lovely place to go for a play).

Beth Edwards

13 Jun 2025

I reviewed little leaf a while ago but wanted to edit as had a new baby and took both the kids. Very peaceful and breastfeeding friendly. The staff even helped by holding the little one so I could play with the toddler for a bit. They have bouncers for newborns too. What a lovely place! My husband, son (2 and a half years old) and I love Little Leaf. There is a lovely play area with a wide range of toys and some quieter toys as an option in the seating area too. The staff are wonderful and very accommodating. Every time we’ve been there we’ve been greeted with friendly faces. Nothing seems too much trouble for the staff. Great changing and toilet facilities and some great drinks and snacks too. Would highly recommend

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