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Family-Friendly Food & Fun at Jellycat Diner in New York - New York City

Family-Friendly Food & Fun at Jellycat Diner in New York

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

1–2 hours

Fitness Level

All ages and fitness levels welcome; comfortable walking and standing during the visit.

Overview

Discover a whimsical family dining adventure at Jellycat Diner in NYC. Enjoy creative dishes, plush souvenirs, and a lively atmosphere perfect for all ages.

New York, New York

Jellycat Diner Experience

Get the authentic New York experience and grab a city favorite at the Jellycat Diner

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About This Adventure

Experience the delightful Jellycat Diner at FAO Schwarz, where each dish is freshly prepared just for you! Enjoy a whimsical menu featuring breakfast favorites, classic lunch options, and exclusive desserts. Each reservation includes a plush food item, personalized packaging, and a unique enamel pin, making this a truly memorable dining adventure.

Duration

Each item is cooked to order, meaning times may vary, but this is around 3-5 minutes per item.

About

With a menu full of delectable dishes, we have something for everyone! You can have breakfast, featuring our fan favorite Amuseables Pancakes and Amuseables Waffle, or you can grab lunch, featuring our classic Amuseables Burger and Amuseables Hot Dog. And because we all deserve a sweet treat now and again, our EXCLUSIVE new dessert menu features our Amuseables Bubbeca Milkshake and Amuseables Crember Cheesecake. If you're hungrier than normal, you can grab an add on with your main dish. Choose from the Amuseables Pickle, Amuseables Boiled Egg or Amuseables Coffee Cup. Sides come with an exclusive pin and are only available as part of the Jellycat Diner Experience in FAO Schwarz New York, with a limit of one side or add on per experience. There's always something cooking at the Diner and there's no better way to start the day than with joy!

Your to-go order is lovingly prepared by our diner chefs and is served in your very own personalized packaging. Each experience includes a Jellycat Amuseables plush food item, exclusive enamel pin, exclusive sticker sheet, gift packaging, personalized sticker, reusable tote bag, and the option to add on a side dish or extra. Order up!

Important Info

  • You may arrive, at maximum, 20 minutes before your reservation time. Your diner reservation provides a 10 minute window of time to enter the diner in order to make the most of your New York trip and reduce time spent in line. We ask that you please arrive at the start of your scheduled time, using the doors on 49th street, between 5th and 6th avenues.
  • If you miss your reserved time, you will need to make an alternative reservation.
  • Reservations are free to book through FAO.com. Reservations cannot be resold and must be for personal use. We do not accept reservations that are booked through other sources.
  • Please have your original confirmation email ready to show to the Jellycat Diner Host to check in. The person named in the reservation must be present in order to check in and we may require a valid ID to verify.
  • Our Diner menu items are highly sought after. While we do our best to ensure full availability, stock levels can be unpredictable due to high demand. Please understand that availability of all items cannot be guaranteed, however our servers will be on hand to help with alternatives and provide updates on future availability, if possible.
  • Only one reservation permitted per guest, per weekly booking cycle. Where we identify excessive reservations beyond this amount, we reserve the right to cancel these reservations.
  • If your group is larger than 6 people, please reach out via our contact us form. Please note that "group size" indicates how many people are in your party, not just the people planning on participating in the experience.
  • Each group may purchase up to 6 diner experiences total, with a limit of one side or add on per experience. The new exclusive dessert menu, featuring Amuseables Bubbeca Milkshake and Amuseables Crember Cheesecake, is also limited to 1 per person.
  • The Jellycat Diner will be open in line with the FAO Schwarz New York Flagship store. Please check our current opening hours on our website.
  • Please be advised Oatus Bear with Ice Cream is not exclusive to the Diner Experience and is available for purchase by the general public. Due to high demand, Oatus Bear will likely be out of stock, but will return in batches over the summer.

Release Schedule

Reservations will be released 4 weeks in advance on the below days between 3pm and 5pm.

  • Monday July 14th: August 10th through August 16th
  • Monday July 21st: August 17th through August 23rd
  • Monday July 28th: August 24th through August 30th
  • Monday August 4th: August 31st through September 6th
  • Monday August 11th: September 7th through September 13th

What's Included?

Each experience includes a Jellycat Amuseables plush food item, exclusive enamel pin, exclusive sticker sheet, gift packaging, personalized sticker, reusable tote bag, and the option to add on a side dish or extra. Order up!

Experiences at the Jellycat Diner start at $70. Add ons start at $40. Prices may vary. Suitable for ages 3+.

Adventure Tips

Arrive early for peak hours

Weekends and holidays can be busy, so early visits help avoid crowds and get the best experience.

Bring a camera

Capture the colorful decor and fun moments to remember your visit.

Try the dessert menu first

Indulge in the sweet offerings early, as they’re the highlight of the meal.

Reserve ahead for special occasions

Bookings fill quickly; reserve in advance for birthdays or celebrations.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Squirrels in nearby park areas
  • Pigeons in the surrounding streets

History

FAO Schwarz has been a landmark toy store since 1862, and its extension into a themed diner continues its legacy of joy and wonder.

Conservation

The venue promotes sustainable practices by recycling packaging and supporting local toy artisans, reducing environmental impact.

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Recommended Gear

Camera or Smartphone

Essential

Capture vibrant photos of the colorful decor and memorable moments.

Casual, comfortable clothing

Essential

Dress for a relaxed, fun dining experience with kids.

Gift or souvenir money

Optional, for purchasing keepsakes or additional plush items.

Appetite for fun and good food

Essential

Bring an open mind and a craving for playful flavors.