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Green Monkeys Play Cafe

📍 Ethelton, SA

4.8(4 Google reviews)💰Free👶2-5

Volunteer-run community play cafe in Ethelton for children aged 2–5, featuring a two-level netted playground with slides, tunnels, and helicopter cockpit. Open Tuesday and Wednesday mornings during school terms. Gold coin donation entry.

Volunteer-runGold coin entryTwo-level playgroundQuality coffeeSchool-term onlyAges 2-5
★★★★★Featured review by Sabine Hellewell

Friendly atmosphere and great coffee

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for parents of children aged 2–5 who want a social, low-pressure play morning during school terms. The volunteer model creates a community atmosphere that regular play cafes rarely match. Adults are genuinely catered for with proper coffee alongside a well-designed play space.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Open Tuesday and Wednesday mornings during school terms only — verify dates before visiting
Gold coin donation entry supports the volunteer-run community organisation
🎟️The two-level playground suits children aged 2–5 most effectively
🚗Bring cash for the donation and coffee as card facilities may be sparse

💬 What Families Are Saying

4.8

4 Google reviews

Friendly and welcoming staff40%
Quality coffee for parents35%
Clean and well-maintained playground25%
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Sabine Hellewell

3 years ago

Friendly atmosphere and great coffee

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KOBUS VAN WYK

a year ago

What a wonderful spot for families and coffee lovers alike! The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, with great coffee! The staff are friendly and accommodating, making it an ideal venue for children to play and adults to socialize. The in-house playground is clean, well-maintained, and a joy to behold, with little ones laughing and having a blast while adults can connect and chat. It's a perfect spot to relax and enjoy quality time with loved ones. Kudos to the team at Green Monkeys for creating such a fantastic space!

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K Brown

9 years ago

Good venue for children. Friendly staff.

Reviews from Google

Overview

Green Monkeys is a community-run play cafe in Ethelton operating on volunteer labour and gold coin donations. The two-level netted playground includes slides, tunnels, a helicopter cockpit, and a dedicated area for smaller children. Quality coffee and a welcoming social atmosphere make it genuinely comfortable for adults as children play. Open Tuesday and Wednesday mornings during school terms only — confirm the schedule before visiting.

🕐 Opening Hours

Wednesday09:00 – 11:00
Thursday09:00 – 11:00

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