Turning “can we go now?” into “can we stay longer?”

A person placing torn colored paper pieces on a circular pattern on paper, creating a rainbow design.

Imagine reservations booked weeks in advance, families lingering over second rounds instead of rushing out and glowing reviews from grateful parents.

The PopUp Kids' Table solves what every venue struggles with: attracting family customers without the chaos, screens or compromises that drive other diners away. Our partner venues see 30-40% increases in traffic and significantly higher check averages because when kids are engaged in supervised creative play, parents stay longer, order more and return often. If you are ready to differentiate your restaurant, country club, food hall, hotel or venue as the go-to family destination, we should talk.

Great for Kids. Good for Families.

  • Child doing arts and crafts at a wooden table with colored paper, scissors, markers, glue, and other supplies, working on a craft project with paper and a book open nearby.

    Arts & Crafts

    Painting, drawing and making—mess-free (for you, at least).

  • A colorful collection of vintage board games and puzzles spread out, including Monopoly, Old Maid, Candy Land, Connect 4, and The Dukes of Hazzard game.

    Games & Puzzles

    Board games, building challenges and brain teasers.

  • An ice cream cone filled with colorful paper streamers and a small paper umbrella on a yellow background.

    Creative Projects

    Themed activities that change weekly and seasonally.

  • Supervised Play

    All craft tenders are background-checked and experienced.

Craft Tender

craft ten·der | ˈkraft ˈten-dər | noun

  1. An experienced, thoroughly-vetted professional who transforms restless children into engaged creators through the ancient art of supervised play and strategic glitter deployment.

  2. A CPR and first aid-certified activity coordinator employed by The PopUp Kids' Table to curate screen-free creative experiences for children ages 3-10, allowing parents to rediscover the lost art of finishing a sentence.

  3. The guardian of pipe cleaners, overseer of paint projects and keeper of the mess (so you don't have to be). Distinguished by their ability to turn "I'm bored" into "Can we stay longer?"

Etymology: From craft (creative making) + tender (one who tends or cares for). First used circa 2025 by parents who could finally taste their food.

Synonyms: Activity coordinator, miracle worker, the reason brunch is peaceful again.

Usage: "Our craft tender kept the kids entertained for a full hour while we had actual adult conversation. It was glorious."

See also: peace of mind, uninterrupted meals, why parents are suddenly leaving five-star reviews.

Woman and young girl drawing and coloring on a piece of paper at a small wooden table with various markers and crayons.

Good for Families. Great for Business.

Increase Revenue

Families stay longer, which means higher check averages. Weekend traffic increases 30-40%, and longer dwell times translate to more appetizers, extra cocktails and dessert orders that would otherwise be missed.

Attract Family Diners

Stand out as the family-friendly destination in your area. Parents actively seek venues that offer The PopUp Kids' Table, making you their first choice for weekend brunch, dinner celebrations and regular dining.

Enhance Reputation

Positive reviews from grateful parents who can actually enjoy their experience create powerful word-of-mouth marketing. Social media buzz and online ratings improve when families have genuinely memorable experiences.

Minimize Hassle

We handle everything: setup, supervision, cleanup and supplies. Your staff focuses on what they do best, serving great food and drinks, while we manage the entertainment.

Show Community Commitment

Show families you understand their needs and invested in solutions that work. This builds long-term loyalty and positions your venue as a valued community partner, not just another venue.

Leverage Marketing Support

We promote partner venues across our website, social media channels and email list. You gain exposure to our growing community of parents actively looking for family-friendly dining options.

Reduce Disruption

Engaged children are calm children. When kids have structured, supervised activities, noise levels decrease and the overall dining atmosphere improves for all guests, creating a win-win environment.

Differentiate from Competition

Move beyond the standard kids' menu and crayons that every venue offers. The PopUp Kids' Table positions you as innovative and forward-thinking, giving families a compelling reason to choose you over competitors.

Build Repeat Business

Families become regulars when they know their experience will be stress-free. Parents return weekly, recommend you to friends, and choose your venue for special occasions because they trust you have solved their biggest dining challenge.

Common Questions

  • We partner with restaurants, country clubs, food halls, hotels, and other dining establishments that want to attract and retain family customers.

  • We set up a dedicated activity corner at your venue during agreed-upon times (typically weekends or high-traffic periods). We handle everything: setup, supervision, activities, supplies and cleanup.

  • Just a dedicated space tables and chairs for the kids, and access during setup and teardown.

  • We offer flexible partnership models with costs typically shared between the venue and participating families. Pricing depends on frequency, venue size and service scope. Please contact us for a customized quote.

  • Actually, the opposite. When kids are engaged in activities, they are calmer and quieter than when they are bored and restless at tables. Most venues report a more pleasant dining atmosphere.

  • We offer flexible arrangements including trial periods, weekly residencies, weekend-only service and seasonal pop-ups. We will work with you to find what fits best.

  • Yes. We offer trial periods so you can see the impact firsthand before making a long-term commitment.

Partnering is simple…really simple.

Step 1: Initial Consultation

It all begins with a conversation. We discuss your venue, target audience, capacity, goals and expectations. This is not a one-size-fits-all service; we listen first, then design a partnership that works specifically for your business.

Step 2: Agreement

Based on your objectives, we strike a flexible schedule, consisting of weekly, monthly and/or seasonal arrangements. No complicated contracts or lengthy commitments, just an agreement about what success looks like for you.

Step 3: Setup

Our team of craft tenders arrive before the service, set up the activities and manage everything. All we require from you is a dedicated space, tables and chairs for the participants, and access to the space during setup and teardown.

Step 4: Promotion

While we actively promote the pop-up on our website, social channels and email list, we encourage you to do the same. Your existing customers will love knowing about this addition, and our audience of family-seeking parents will discover your venue for the first time.

Step 5: Success

By making your venue kid-friendly and allowing us to do what we do best, your families are happy, your tables are full and your revenue increases.

Let’s Chat, Seriously.

Parents, venue owners, future craft tenders or just curious? We would love to connect. Whether you are looking for our schedule, interested in partnering with us, want to join our team or have a brilliant idea to share, please reach out. We read every message and promise to get back to you within 1-2 business days.