John and Carolyn Green had four children in a six-year span—so they know a thing or two about stress. But they also know how important it is for kids to have an outlet for their energy, and for moms and dads to have a place to recharge their own batteries. So they developed the colorful, imaginative Cafe O'Play and split it into two separate areas to balance both worlds.

Cafe

This cozy coffeehouse setup invites parents to kick back for a few minutes and catch their breath. The menu features soups, salads, and sandwiches, as well as plenty of coffee-based drinks. It's separated from the play area by large windows, too, which let parents supervise everything without having to fire up their x-ray vision.

Play

The 5,000-square-foot indoor playground includes toddler-specific areas and a massive climbing structure with tubes, slides, and obstacles for older kids. An 8'x12' interactive floor has games projected onto its white surface, and a sports court buzzes with basketball and soccer. Throughout the week, the playground also hosts events ranging from arts and crafts to visits from popular characters.