The Silly Seahorse Indoor Playcentre & Cafe

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Opening hours

Monday:

10.00am - 3.00pm

Tuesday:

10.00am - 4.30pm

Wednesday:

10.00am - 4.30pm

Thursday:

10.00am - 4.30pm

Friday:

10.00am - 4.30pm

Saturday:

10.00am - 4.30pm

Sunday:

10.00am - 4.30pm

Public Holidays:

10.00am - 4.30pm

Reviews (49)

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verified email - 13 Jan 2014
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

We have been going to this play center for over 2 years now, and love it! The staff are wonderful and very caring, the food is really nice and good value for money and the play areas are generally very clean and tidy.
Overall a great place to fill in a few few hours, tire out the littlies and have a good coffee.

29 Oct 2013
Service Rating
4.0
Quality Rating
4.0
Value Rating
3.0

kids had a great time, love that they have special performers like paul jamesion, and the African drumming, plus zumba classes, great food, good for all ages but mostly smaller kids, parking was easy when we went

Approximate cost: $12

verified email - 17 Mar 2013
Service Rating
3.0
Quality Rating
2.0
Value Rating
2.0

I've visited the centre a few times with my child and am not a fan.
The coffee each time has been not very good, not many healthy options on the menu (including drinks) and there doesn't seem to be enough to do for the children to keep them out of trouble. The seating/eating area leaves parents unable to see children. The staff are quite friendly though.

mia 30 Mar 2013

Strange review considering that this centre has no fried food offering healthy options for the kids and no matter where you sit in the cafe you can see the kids. Maybe you have reviewed the wrong Playcentre??

05 Jan 2013
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

Had my son 4th party here today and it was amazing! I didn't have to worry about a thing, the ladies working were wonderful and nothing was a problem! The centre is the cleanness play centre we have been too! Thanks again ladies and we will be back in soon!

Approximate cost: $10

verified email - 16 Sep 2012
Service Rating
3.0
Quality Rating
3.0
Value Rating
3.0

Tried this with friends last Friday as it had so many good ratings. It was a rainy day so very busy. Finding a park was tricky as the surrounding businesses have reserved spots for their own clients. Be aware of this as one of my friends didn't see the reserved sign on the curb and was yelled at by a very angry little man for parking in one of the adjacent businesses spots. My suggestion to the play centre owners would be to put up great big signage telling Mums about the parking at the back. The play centre itself was well equipped, the smalls loved it. The food seems a bit hit and miss, the banana bread was yummy, the focaccia and muffin were a bit dry. The service was ok given how busy it was.

verified email - 26 Jun 2012
Service Rating
3.0
Quality Rating
2.0
Value Rating
2.0

Took my child here last week on a Saturday arvo for a play and they charged me $8.50 for a child over 5 to play and $3.00 for a adult to go in. Thought this was bit steep to charge a adult, also thought that still charging $8.50 when they were only open for 2 hours before closing was bit over the top. The food and drinks are bit on the expensive side a plate of Fairy bread which consists of 1 and half peices of bread with sprinkles on top was roughly $3.00. They could do with new equipment there, and enforcing their rules.

Approximate cost: $8.50

Dear Janeb9, The Silly Seahorse does NOT charge for adult entry never has and never will. Our fairy bread is 2.50 and consists of two slices of bread regarding your comment about enforcing the rules not sure what you mean about that. This is the 4th negative review that you have left for us why do you keep returning if you are never satisfied with our business? In future, should you return to the silly seahorse instead of posting negative comments about our business please contact me directly on 9776-3100 Regards, Kellie

30 Apr 2012
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

We visited the silly seahorse for the first time on the wrekend very very busy centre but the staff handled everything very well and i found them to be very friendly. We will be back.

Approximate cost: $7.50

21 Apr 2012
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

We had my daughters birthday here today and it was fantastic, the staff were lovely nothing was to much trouble the kids had a great time the good that was served was fantastic especially the sandwich platter and hot savoury platter yum!

19 Mar 2012
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

My kids love this playcentre, im always amazed at how they keep it so clean, its fantastic. I love the devonshire teas and the mint hot chocolates so yummy! The staff are also fantastic, they are always able to answer any questions you may have.

10 Mar 2012
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

What a lovely play centre, and very clean staff are lovely and very helpful. We will be back very soon.

Approximate cost: $7.50

verified email - 07 Mar 2012
Service Rating
4.0
Quality Rating
4.0
Value Rating
4.0

Great play centre, very clean and good value. Just a suggestion: an open slid. The only down side is limited car parking spaces. My little ones has lots of fun.

Approximate cost: $7.50

04 Mar 2012
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

I had my sons birthday party at the seahorse today, like the other reviewers the food was fantastic and the staff were lovely, nothing was to much trouble.

03 Mar 2012
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

I have been here several times and find it to be the cleanest and most enjoyable centre for my child in the local area. This is why we picked it for our daughter's 2nd birthday which was held today. What can I say?! Super friendly staff, an abundance of great food and 10 very happy, smiling children. We had an amazing day and will be recommending it to others whenever we can. Thank you!

23 Feb 2012
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

We visited the silly seahorse for the first time ever today, I could not get over how clean the centre is, the centre was very busy today but the staff were very friendly and relaxed. I have heard about their devonshire teas and thought that I would try one for myself the scones were fantastic and the coffee was lovely something I would expect from a great city cafe not from a playcentre! We will be back (seriously thinking about joining their Zumba classes) Keep up the good work.

Approximate cost: $7.50

verified email - 21 Feb 2012
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

What a fantastic play center. My kids loved it. We had our 3 year old's birthday party there. It was great the staff were helpful and very friendly. We would definitely have a party there again.

12 Feb 2012
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
4.0

Had a birthday party for my son this weekend and he and his friends had a great time. The staff are lovely and very helpful and the party food was very fresh. Adult platters were very yummy. Keep up the good work.

verified email - 11 Feb 2012
Service Rating
1.0
Quality Rating
1.0
Value Rating
1.0

The most RUDE and nasty staff you'll ever see at a kids play centre. Play Centres are everywhere -- choose one that appreciates your business and give this one a big miss they don't deserve your business.

kims27 31 Mar 2012

Totally agree with you!! I will never go back to this place. I found the staff to be rude, and generally the place was really under whelming. Lots of better play centres around!.

18 Jan 2012
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

Went back again after a Christmas/New Year break. Everything is so clean and fresh. My two children were very happy to return to play and see the staff. This is the best childrens play centre that we have ever been to and we have visited a few on our holidays. Keep up the good work.

Approximate cost: $15.00

thank you for the great rating. Kellie

verified email - 23 Oct 2011
Service Rating
3.0
Quality Rating
3.0
Value Rating
3.0

We wont be returning. An extremely clean environment is all it has going for it. Never saw the staff smile once and it was very hot and stuffy.

Approximate cost: $15.00-40.00

verified email - 14 Oct 2011
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

I took my nearly 2 year old to the Silly Seahorse for the first time a couple of weeks ago after a friend recommended it. The place was, big, clean and lots of fun! My Son immediately took off and played with the other kids. There are so many things for the kids to do and play with that they can be occupied for hours. I thought it was a bit strange that we couldn't bring our own food in but after seeing the food that they cook on demand and also after realising the reasoning behind it ( Children's allergies), I saw no problem with it. The coffee was beautiful and the food we ordered Kids Nuggets Meal and Nachos, were absolutely delicious. I have no hesitation in telling others about this place and I will be returning there today!

Approximate cost: $20

11 Oct 2011
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

Great clean playcentre. The amenities are always very clean and the staff are great. Do the right thing and they will do the right thing by you.

Approximate cost: $25.00

Thank you for your great review! You hit the nail on the head with your end comment. Kellie

verified email - 08 Oct 2011
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

Very clean and very reasonable in price. The staff are always very helpful, friendly and always find even a couple of minutes for a chat. I like that they have now started introducing some products free of artificial colours, flavours and additives / organic range. Suitable for my 3 kids of different ages being 4ys, 2 yrs and 5 months.

Approximate cost: $3 kids - $13.50

Thanks for your lovely comment, one of our lovely regulars suggested that we add some preservative free and colour free items and we have, and I must say that the manuka honey popcorn is my all time favourite! Kellie

verified email - 04 Oct 2011
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

I visited The Silly Seahorse for the first time today with a friend, our two 4 year old boys and a one year old. We had a lovely afternoon and I was very impressed. Extremely clean, great range of food, friendly service and equipment that meets the needs of all pre-school ages. I will definitely be returning. Keep up the good work!

Thank you for your lovely comments.

Regards,

Kellie

verified email - 28 Jul 2011
Service Rating
3.0
Quality Rating
3.0
Value Rating
3.0

Have been numerous times and overall service is friendly. Prices are reasonable. For a big area its not too noisy so you can have a quiet chat

verified email - 19 Jul 2011
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

This is a great playcentre for kids. Have been to a few birthday parties there! The most important thing is it is clean! The staff and lovely too! You can quite easily spend a whole day there!

verified email - 18 Jul 2011
Service Rating
4.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
4.0

We have been to this palycentre a couple of times and it's one of the best for my family. I have an autistic son and he dosnt cope well with big loud noisy centers, so the silly seahorse has suited him well! He especially loves the car area! On our first visit, I was disappointed to find no hot food on the menu, my son loves hot chips and his palate is minimal, but after realising they promote fresh food, I find it a refreshing change and it's good for him to try new things. And for mum, the coffee is great!

verified email - 30 Jun 2011
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
3.0

I take my children here quite often. It is really clean, bright and fun. There are all sorts of sections to keep all ages amused (which is good as I have 3 children of different ages) and there is a reasonable menu for snacks and light lunches. The coffee is good.

I have also had the pleasure of holding a couple of birthday parties for my children and the staff were fantastic and provided a great service.

I do find it slightly expensive - it costs $7.50 for my 3 year old to get in. And they charge minimum price for between 10 and 12 months which I find a bit ridiculous - they used to have under 12 months free. But well worth it for the good time had.

18 May 2011
Service Rating
4.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

I must disagree with the previous writer. If you were there at the end of the day you would see the staff cleaning and disinfecting all the areas before they close up, and I have been advised they also have a cleaner come in each evening. You can smell the disinfectent if you arrive early. I do not believe the staff would be able to order parents to watch their children. I would probably speak to the relevent parents myself if their children were spoiling my childrens time.

Approximate cost: $20.00-40.00

verified email - 17 May 2011
Service Rating
4.0
Quality Rating
3.0
Value Rating
3.0

we love going to the silly seahorse but i think it could be a little cleaner eg: one every 2 weeks everything need to be washed down and disinfected . and the food is pretty poor quality i think they should spend some money on a steamer for hot dogs and Dim Sims , and staff should make sure that parents are tending to their kids as many sadly do not , the the staff are great and we always have a fantastic time and have been many times and will continue to go till one closer to carrum downs opens

Approximate cost: $7.50

Hi there,

We actually clean and disinfect the mats and toys every night after close, and the ball pitt is emptied and disinfected once a week (every ball is disinfected as well). Regarding your comment about ensuring parents tend to their kids unfortunately this is beyond our control at times we do our best though. Regarding the steamer idea we have a very strict food safety program there is no guarantee that the food in the steamer is fit to be served hence we have a fresh food cafe meaning that all food is freshly made when orded. Thank you for your valuable feedback. Kellie

verified email - 30 Apr 2011
Service Rating
5.0
Quality Rating
5.0
Value Rating
5.0

I took my 2yo son there for the first time today and we had a great time. The centre was clean, reasonably priced and the staff were very friendly. My son loved the toddler areas and I was impressed by the fact that you can see your child playing anywhere in the centre. The cafe looks great too I 'll try that next time! We will drefinitlely be back!

Approximate cost: $7.50

Hi there,

Thank you for your wonderful feedback. Kellie