Little Beans Play Café
Lincoln, NE
Reservation-based baby and toddler play café in south Lincoln with 2-hour sessions, soft play, and coffee for grown-ups.
Photo 1 of 4. Small indoor slide and toddler climbing structure at Little Beans Play Café in Lincoln.
Editorial notes
What stands out
One of the better fits in Lincoln for under-5 families who want a softer, cleaner, more social play outing.
Good fit
- Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers
- Caregivers who want a smaller, capped play environment
- Families who like pairing open play with coffee and a sit-down area
Consider another option if
- Big kids who want a large climbing course or higher-energy challenge
- Families who dislike advance reservations
- Visitors who want a long, all-day admission window
Know Before You Go
- Socks
- Shoes off and socks on in the play space
- Socks
- Socks only inside the play area
- Food
- Outside snacks and food allowed; outside drinks limited except water and baby bottles
- Reservations
- Reservations required for open play
- Supervision model
- Caregiver supervised
- Hours vary due to private events
- Yes
What to Expect
For kids
- Babies
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Toddler area
- Soft play
- Climbing structure
For caregivers
- Cafe on site
- Coffee available
- Food available
- Caregiver supervised
- Visit type
- Small scale social play
Read more about this location
Little Beans Play Café is a smaller-format indoor play café designed for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers rather than big-kid adventure play. Visits run in capped 2-hour sessions, which helps keep the space manageable and freshly reset between groups. It is especially appealing for caregivers who want a clean, age-appropriate place to meet friends, let little ones climb and pretend play, and have coffee nearby.
Hours & Admission
Posted hours
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| Monday | 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM |
| Sunday | closed |
Based on posted weekly hours. Holidays, private events, seasonal schedules, and special closures may differ.
Admission
| Visitor | Price |
|---|---|
| Open Play | $12 per child |
Admission details can change. Confirm current fees before visiting.
Birthday Parties
Party or event options reported
Accessibility
Sensory Notes
The space is calmer than a large trampoline or all-ages adventure park, but it is not presented as a dedicated sensory program
Location
5310 S 56th Street
Suite 4
Lincoln, NE, 68516
Other options nearby
Lincoln Children's Museum
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Lost in Fun!
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Sources & Updates
5 public sources on record · Last checked Apr 5, 2026. Time-sensitive details may have changed.
View source and update details
- Last check on record
- Apr 5, 2026
- Sources reviewed
- 5 public sources
Public sources
- Little Beans Play Café official sitelittlebeansplay.com
Checked: operating status, address, phone, age guidance, general concept
- Little Beans booking platformlittlebeansplay.aluvii.com
Checked: open play pricing, visit booking
- Little Beans FAQlittlebeansplay.com
Checked: reservation requirement, capacity cap, cleaning policy, food and drink rules
- Little Beans party booking pagelittlebeansplay.com
Checked: party booking availability, private party day
- Little Beans party FAQlittlebeansplay.com
Checked: private rental model, sock rule, café service during parties, party pricing context
What changed
April 5, 2026
Verified session hours, booking requirements, and current party pricing from official Little Beans pages.