That Retro Place
Caterham, Surrey · Indoor Activity
The bit you came for
Our verdict
Kids
9.2/10
Novelty 10 · Variety 9
Parents
8.8/10
Value 9 · Coffee Quality 8
Retro fun with decent cake and a genuinely enthusiastic owner — a proper rainy-day win.
The long read worth saving for nap time
What’s it actually like?
That Retro Place is part cafe, part retro gaming den, with arcade machines, old consoles, board games and plenty of nostalgia for the grown-ups. Reviews mention everything from Pac-Man to Voyager and Kong, plus systems that can be fired up on request. What stands out is the atmosphere: people keep calling the owner friendly, knowledgeable and genuinely keen to share his passion. Families liked the mix of games, the reasonable prices and the fact that you can sit down with a coffee and cake while the kids get stuck in. The main limitation is that this is more of a small, cosy hangout than a full-on attraction, so very young children may not get the most from it. Seating is mentioned but not in abundance, and practical details like pram access, baby changing and dog policy aren’t covered in the reviews.
Two-minute orientation
Quick read
Retro games, board games and old consoles to try, plus coffee, tea and cake. Very friendly owner who happily helps kids and explains the kit. Best for school-age children and nostalgic adults; toddlers may not get much from it.
Best for ages
Strong score for mixed-age siblings
The boring brilliant stuff
Need to know
Indoor vs outdoor split
Mostly indoor
Parking detail
Full parking wording is landing soon — meanwhile check Maps plus the venue’s own FAQs.
Dog-friendly?
Probably not
Most indoor venues don't allow dogs. Worth confirming if you'd need to bring one.
Pram-friendly?
Likely yes
Indoor venues like this are typically pram-friendly.
Baby change?
Likely yes
Venues this size usually have baby change facilities.
Food on-site & BYO
Yes: Food available on-site — cafe or kiosk.
Locate it
Caterham, Surrey
THINGS PARENTS ASK
Common questions
Is it good for children?
Yes, especially for school-age children. Reviews say kids loved the games and the owner was great with them.
Is there food and drink on site?
Yes. Reviews mention tea, coffee, cakes, snacks and food.
What age is it best for?
Best for around 5 to 12, though older children and nostalgic adults also seem to love it.
Is it expensive?
Reviews suggest it’s reasonably priced, with a few quid covering food and drink.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Real review quotes
"An absolute gem."
"Great fun for children and especially nostalgic adults."
"The owner is lovely"