Monkey Joe’s

Four of us (2 adults, 2 toddlers) came here on a rainy Tuesday morning. We got there right at opening time and were the only ones there the entire time (~1 ½ hrs). That was super nice as our kids could go wherever and do whatever. Some of the inflatables were too large for them to climb (fine with me). They enjoyed the «toddlers only» inflatables and also «driving» the racing games.
So, why only three stars? The inflatables were not in the best shape. There was a lot of tears that were taped for a repair. It was also really warm inside. Too warm for comfort.
Maybe it’s just the age and size our kids are at as well but I wish there was more things for them to do. I’ve heard once they’re older they won’t want to leave because it’s so much fun.

After 6 years of operation, the inflatables are showong major wear. Inflatables have large holes. System kept going up and down causing long lines full of kids just wanting to play. Waited 30 minutes for food order. Went to check on it. Was told 5 more minutes. Checked 10 minutes later. Order had not been started.. Got refund and got out of there. Not worth the 23 bucks it cost to admit 2 kids on the weekend.

Price was increased today since it was MLK day, $ 10.99 which is a bit extreme in my opinion. Haven’t been here in a long time and has definitely went downhill, looking very old and tattered. Won’t be back.

Joke of a place. Its not like the old one at all. Half the games didn’t work. Just seemed seedy.

Came here on Monday before noon. Only a handful of kids which I expected for that time. Was warned when we came in that a few of the bouncy things were out of commission. That turned out to be 4 out of 8 being out of commission or missing. Kids still found a way to make their time here fun.
Walked around the place while the kids bounced and was a little grossed out by what we saw. A plate on a bench with cake still on it. Looked like it was from a party on Sunday. Carpet was very dirty. Both people on staff stayed behind the counter checking the phones. Made me wonder if they can’t clean up simple things like that when they are not busy, how do they keep the bouncy houses clean. Definitely will not be here in the winter time when flu and cold season is in full force.

Well it was my wife’s b-​day and I always like to do something fun that we would not do otherwise. So since we were in the area I said we should go to Monkey Joe’s (now I had no idea what Monkey Joe’s was) I thought maybe there is some in door mini golf or skee ball or something! Little did I know if was pretty much a indoor jungle gym with bouncy rooms for little kids!
These mid 30 year olds had no place here! Which is totally fine and cool! The place is pretty awesome and if I was 5 I would totally want my B-​day party here! It’s only 5 bucks, you don’t wear your shoes and you can bounce around a big room with lots of fun stuff play on! Can’t go wrong in a place like this for the kids and being only 5 bucks this seems like a no brainer! Way to go Monkey Joe!

Did my 4 yo get some energy out in the middle of our road trip? Yes. However, I didn’t appreciate having to walk through the entrance (on the way in and out) through a cloud of cigarette smoke. Upon entering, no one gave me a wristband. My family had gone in a few minutes before me, and I didn’t know I needed one. In short, I just walked right in. So, not impressed with the security. Also, unless I missed it, there was exactly one changing table in the entire place. It was also just dirty. If this was the only place in the middle of a 12 hour road trip to stop and stretch my legs, I would rather have a leg cramp.

This is our favorite place in the Des Moines metro area to take our little man. Our guy is 2 years old but Monkey Joe’s is great for little and big kids. For protection both parents and children are given a wrist band when you come in so everyone leaves with the same kids they came in with.
There are 8 or 9 different inflatables in the facility. Two of the inflatables are designated for kids 3 and under. They also have arcade games and an air hockey table too.
The best part of the whole place is that it is only 5 dollars. You can take your child there and let them run wild for hours for only 5 bucks. Sure you can buy pizza, pop, snacks and more while there that will cost more. However just to let your child wear themselves out on the inflatables is only 5 bucks. I truly can’t recommend this place for kids enough!

Monkey Joe’s is a great addition to West Des Moines. The place is full of inflatable bouncers with an arcade in the back. For $ 8 – 10 (less during the week, more on the weekend) your child can bounce to their hearts content. The staff is friendly and great at what they do and the place is always clean.
There’s free wifi for the parents and lots of places to sit while the kids get their bounce on. (It’s 12 and under for the inflatables-​sorry Mom and Dad!) They have TV’s in several areas but considering you’re in a building full of bouncing, screaming kids-​unless you’re watching the score they’re not going to do much for you.
Concession aren’t anything super exciting but they’re also fairly reasonably priced which is a nice. I appreciate not being gouged for a bottle of water.
I recently took a group of girls for my daughter’s birthday. We paid in advance-​when one of them was a no show they promptly offered to refund her ticket price without me having to ask.
Overall we’ve been thrilled with Monkey Joe’s-my daughter loves it there and always has a blast.