1 reviews | Active since Nov 2012
Papachinos Stoneridge Restaurant or Play Park?
This establishment faces a crucial decision regarding its identity: whether it should prioritize being a restaurant or a playpark. Our patience wore thin as we waited for over an hour alongside 10–15 other couples and families, while single parents with five or more children occupied most of the tables. To our surprise, these parents only ordered cold drinks and ice cream without any intention of dining. While I would understand if it were a kids' party, it seemed that these single parents or mothers were simply bringing their children to play. The kids happily engaged in the playpark while their parents occupied four seats and tables, solely for the purpose of supervising their playtime. I do acknowledge the challenges of finding a safe and affordable place for children to play these days, but it is important to remember that this establishment is primarily a restaurant. The play areas for children are intended for patrons who also order food and drinks. If this is the desired clientele for the restaurant, perhaps it would be more appropriate to rename it "Papachinos Play Park" to avoid misleading people into thinking it is still solely a restaurant.
