Toddler-sized soft play and imaginative play setup at Little Lions Den in Chattanooga
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Little Lions Den

East Brainerd, Chattanooga, TN

Boutique East Brainerd play café for babies through preschoolers, with weekday open play, coffee, and private parties.
Plan This Visit

Best for

best for babies through preschool, with a practical ceiling around age 6

Hours

Monday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Parking

Located behind Zaxby's in East Brainerd with on-site parking.

Visit style

cozy open play and social play date

Birthday parties

Available

Profile

Strong profile coverage

Atlas Perspective

Editor's Take

Best for a calm, toddler-first play date where grown-ups want coffee, seating, and a smaller footprint that feels easy to supervise.

Atlas Perspective

Best Fit

Best For
  • Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers who can get overwhelmed in bigger indoor playgrounds
  • Play dates that pair open play with coffee and caregiver conversation
  • Small birthday parties or private rentals with a boutique feel
Less Ideal For
  • Older elementary kids who want tall structures or big-kid attractions
  • Families who need guaranteed weekend drop-in hours without checking social updates

At a Glance

Venue type

Play cafe

Age groups

BabiesToddlersPreschoolers

Play features

Toddler areaPretend playSoft playSensory play

Family amenities

Coffee availableFree parking

Birthday party options

Birthday partiesPrivate party roomFull venue buyoutParty packages

Accessibility and comfort

Socks requiredCleanliness focus

Visit options

Open playDrop-in visitsClasses or events

Price range

Mid-range

Toddler-friendly

Yes

Verified only

Yes

Operator type

Commercial

Play model

Mixed open play + classes

Supervision model

Caregiver supervised

Max recommended age

Under 7

Structured classes or guided programming

Yes

Hours vary due to private events

Yes

Plan Your Visit

Hours

Monday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
SaturdayUsually closed for private events; check social media
SundayUsually closed for private events; check social media
ParkingLocated behind Zaxby's in East Brainerd with on-site parking.
Hours NoteRegular open play runs Monday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Weekend hours are often reserved for parties or pop-up events, so check social media before visiting.
Age GuidanceDesigned primarily for children ages 0-6.
Visit LengthMost families will use the full two-hour open-play window.
Food And DrinkCoffee is available for caregivers.

Pricing Snapshot

NotesCheck the venue for current event pricing and special sessions.
Passes
10-visit punch card $100 with the 11th visit free
Open Play$12 per child for a two-hour visit.
Memberships
Cub Club monthly membership $29.99 for one child; each additional child $10Yearly membership $275 for the first child; $95 for each additional child

About the Venue

Little Lions Den is a cozy boutique indoor play space in Chattanooga designed primarily for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. The play area leans calm and manageable rather than oversized, which makes it appealing for families who want imaginative open play, easy supervision, and a cup of coffee within reach. Weekday open play runs on a regular schedule, while private rentals, birthday parties, memberships, and special events round out the offering.

Atlas Perspective

Indoor Play Atlas Notes

Age Fitbest for babies through preschool, with a practical ceiling around age 6
Noise Levelmoderate and usually lower than larger indoor playgrounds
Visit Stylecozy open play and social play date
Energy Levellow to medium
Parent Comfortstrong for caregivers thanks to seating, coffee, and easy sightlines
Booking Frictionlow on weekdays, moderate on weekends because hours can shift for private events

Birthday Party Snapshot

Extras
Optional add-ons include bounce house, balloons, toddler table, custom banner, high chair, and light-up numbers.
TimingStandard private rental window is two hours.
CapacityBest for about 20 children, with seating for roughly 25 adults.
Packages
Weekday private rental from $150Cub Celebration private rental from $200Roaring Fun package from $295 with food, drinks, and paper goods

Accessibility & Comfort

RulesSocks are required in the play space.
SensoryThe smaller boutique footprint can work well for younger kids who do better in a calmer setting.
CleanlinessThe venue emphasizes a clean, caregiver-supervised environment.
Socks requiredCleanliness focus

Gallery

Soft play and climbable toddler setup at Little Lions Den
The play floor is scaled for younger children and easy caregiver supervision.
Boutique play area with seating for caregivers at Little Lions Den
The smaller footprint gives the space a calm play-date feel.
Open play setup at Little Lions Den for toddlers and preschoolers
Open play is geared to children ages 0-6.

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Quick Summary

Best for

best for babies through preschool, with a practical ceiling around age 6

Hours

Monday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Parking

Located behind Zaxby's in East Brainerd with on-site parking.

Visit style

cozy open play and social play date

Contact Information

Address

7633 E Brainerd Road, Suite 109

Chattanooga, TN, 37421

Source & Verification

Last updated

April 18, 2026

Verification summary

Last verified: April 7, 2026

Checked against 2 public sources.

Reviewed as

Business website and public-source review

What Changed

April 7, 2026

Added address, pricing, party details, planning notes, and official venue images.

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