Friendship Fortress - Buffalo, New York

Ruby

Courtyard Party Package Review $570.94, 2 hours, 12 kids

Just a quick breakdown of their 'Courtyard Party Package' to include taxes and photos. Booked this location last minute and received the following; 2 hours of space use, 8 guests ($25 for each additional child), 10' table with plastic table cover, 1 balloon bouquet, 2 large pizzas, 8 juice boxes, 8 ice creams, all plates, napkins, forks, 1 Friendship Fortress branded shirt, 2 pitchers of soda, 8 goodie bags (Keychain + Lollipop) and 'personal' party host.

- You'll receive an email a week before your event to confirm attendees, flavors of pizza, soda, etc.
- No substitutions. If you find yourself not needing the goodie bags or t-shirt they will not credit or substitute for anything else. (Photos attached of goodie bags, t shirt, balloon bouquet)
- No outside food or drink (other than cake for the party.) I had a ton of food restrictions/ allergies to work around. They have an extensive fried food menu to order from but had to forgo providing food to our restricted diet/ allergy friends & parents.
- Able to arrive 30 minutes before to set up, was greeted by party host.
- Upon arrival, table was set with paper plates, napkins, juice boxes and balloon bouquet (Photo attached)
- The personal party host was as attentive as she could be given she was also running the floor and other food orders. She was super friendly and checked in but it was evident they were understaffed.
- Cute present table and signage.(Photo attached)
- The staff does take care of clean up.
- Please note the area is a little tight for the adults. Standing room only on a Saturday morning.

Candice Shubbuck

Awesome indoor play place! The price is great, no time limit either. We went on a Tuesday and adults were free! We took our 3 and 5 year old, they absolutely loved it! So much to do and play with. We even had lunch there and it was good. Average price for food and quality. The only improvement I can see is, there is only one entrance and exit for the upstairs play structure. If they had a slide to get down with, that would be a smart improvement. Also, the sign on the building is super small and hard to read!

Hayley D'Amaro

What a wonderful place! We went here at the beginning of the month for a friend's party and ended up booking it for our daughter's birthday at the end of the same month. The ease of book was so efficient. We could do it in person, by phone, or online (we opted for online). Packages were easy to understand. Staff was very helpful with any questions we did have. We loved that you could buy the pizza for a pretty cheap price and they make it right there for you. We just had to bring tablecloths and a cake. It's also convenient because there's something for all the kids to do. Lots of different ages and interests attended and all were busy and excited throughout the party. Kids can play independently and allow adults to watch or mingle. This was the first party we've been to/ had at a venue that no one got hurt or kids weren't out of control. This is literally the place of my childhood dreams.

Felicia Baugh

We love to spend the afternoon here! Such a great safe space for all neurotypes and the staff is absolutely amazing with the kids! So many changes since the last time we came and cannot say enough positive things about the energy and safety here! Kids ages 2 & 5 could spend the whole day here if I let them! Bonus points for the massage chairs for adults !!

Tim Wilson

One of the best experiences I’ve had for my daughter in a long time. From walking in & being greeting in a kind smiling fashion, to the clean atmosphere but most importantly the employees made the experience the most memorable. I just had to ask names and Ashley R. as well as Molly, and the rest… well ownership don’t let them go. I’ve been around and rarely take the time to write these reviews. This is one of the times I just had to do so.
I’ll be recommending Frendship Fortress/Play Cafe and you can be sure we will be back among others.
Keep up the great work!!!

Amanda Renee Penvose

We love coming to friendship fortress, it's always different every time we come and there's so many things to keep the kids busy for hours! They have really stepped up their coffee game for the adults too! My husband lived in the massage chair for the 2 hours we were there

James Oldfield

Not worth the $15 a child then they automatically charge $5 adult. In the back left corner where the volcano is there's a metal pole at the bottom of the sliding part and screws sticking out.

Cynthia Vasquez

My son loves this play place when we come into town. It’s our go to place for cousin play. Clean and bright with a variety of play options. Great for babies and toddlers too! Their cafe always bridges the gap for long play with hungry kids. I would definitely recommend checking their schedule as they always have events and activities.