Anderson cafe Moscow, written AnderSon on maps, is a chain of family cafes built around play: most branches have toys, books and spacious play areas, according to a 2016 guide to kid-friendly restaurants. The branch with the freshest signals is in Krylatskoye, on Rublyovskoye Highway 28k1, in the west of the city.
It suits visitors traveling with children who want a proper meal while the children play. The branches are mostly in residential districts, not the historic center, and the list has changed over the years, so check the brand’s site, cafe-anderson.ru, for the nearest branch, its hours and booking.
Quick Facts
| Russian name | АндерСон |
|---|---|
| Address | Rublyovskoye Highway 28k1, Moscow (Krylatskoye branch; the chain has other branches) OpenStreetMap · Google Maps |
| District | Krylatskoye |
| Opening hours | Typically from about 09:00 to 22:00 at the Krylatskoye branch; hours vary by branch.
(as of October 2026 – check the official site) |
| Admission | No entry fee. An older listing for a closed branch gave an average bill in the moderate range (₽₽); check the current menu for the branch you choose. |
| Best time to visit | The Krylatskoye branch is listed as open from about 09:00 until 22:00, so breakfast and early dinners with children are possible. Weekends are likely busier because of birthdays and events, though crowd patterns were not verified. Summer adds terraces at some branches, according to older guides. |
| Recommended duration | About 1.5 to 2 hours for a family meal with play time |
| Cuisine | Family cafe menu with a children's menu and Russian and European dishes |
| Price level | €€ |
| Reservations | The Krylatskoye branch lists a table booking option and a banquet hall for family celebrations. Use cafe-anderson.ru to find the current branches and their contact details; the chain's branches are mostly in residential areas, not the historic center. Delivery and takeaway were listed for a closed branch, so confirm for the one you choose. |
| Website | cafe-anderson.ru |
| Last updated | October 7, 2026 |
Why Visit Anderson?
The reasons are practical for families. The chain is built around play: a 2016 guide says most branches have toys, books and spacious play areas, with a safe playroom for the youngest guests and computers with games for older children.
The Krylatskoye branch lists children’s animation, board games, a cookery workshop, a banquet hall and free parking, and the brand also offers hand-made cakes, a children’s menu and seasonal and lenten menus, according to map listings. It is a way to eat a full meal with children, though it is far from the sights in most cases, so plan the travel time.
Highlights of Anderson
Spacious play areas
A 2016 guide says most Anderson cafes have a collection of toys and books and spacious play areas, with a safe playroom for the youngest guests and computers with games for older ones. The idea is to let parents sit down to a meal while children play. The layout differs from branch to branch, since each is in a different building.
Tip: Ask the branch which play zone is for which age.
Children's animation and events
The Krylatskoye branch lists children's animation, and its news feed shows holiday programs for children, including summer clubs for ages 6 and up and a Children's Day event. The programs repeat each year in a pattern, and the schedule changes, so check the branch's news before you go.
Tip: Check the branch's events page before you plan the visit.
Board games and cookery workshops
A map listing for the Krylatskoye branch names board games and cookery among its features, and lists services such as hand-made cakes, catering, gastroboxes and family holidays in the cafe. These options help fill a longer visit with children. Availability depends on the day, so ask the branch.
Tip: Ask whether a cookery session runs on your day.
A banquet hall for celebrations
The Krylatskoye branch lists a banquet hall and table booking, and the services include family holidays held in the cafe. For a visitor, it shows that the chain is used for children's birthdays, so weekends can be busy. Book ahead for weekend visits.
Tip: Avoid the busiest weekend afternoons if you want a quieter table.
Menus for children and special diets
A listing for a closed branch of the chain names lenten, seasonal, children's and diet menus, and hand-made cakes are listed among the services of the Krylatskoye branch. The menus of other branches may differ, so ask the branch what is on offer. Dishes were not read in full.
Tip: Ask for the children's menu when you sit down.
Free parking and other branches
The Krylatskoye branch lists free parking, which helps families arriving by car. Older guides name branches near Prospekt Mira, on Gilyarovskogo Street, and one across from the Moscow Zoo, called Daddy's Anderson. The list has changed, and one Yandex branch is marked shut down, so use the official site for the current branches.
Tip: Check the branch's address on the official list before you travel.
What to Order
- Hand-made cakes, listed among the services of the Krylatskoye branch
- Dishes from the children's menu, listed as a special menu
- Dishes from a seasonal menu, listed as a special menu
- Dishes from a lenten menu, listed for a branch of the chain
Atmosphere
Anderson cafes are family places built around a playroom, according to a 2016 guide: toys, books, spacious play areas and a safe room for the youngest guests. The mood is lively, with children’s animation at the Krylatskoye branch, and the cafe is used for birthdays and family holidays.
Expect noise at weekends and a casual dress code. The interior and the play zone differ between branches, and the branches are mostly in residential districts. Mornings are calmer, though hours and crowd patterns were not verified.
History of Anderson
Anderson is a chain of family cafes in Moscow. A Moscow Times guide from 2015 describes the chain as having opened four summer verandas with toys and games, including one on Gilyarovskogo Street near the Prospekt Mira metro station, with a mini-town for children, a bridge, playhouses and a sandbox.
Guides from 2016 describe the chain’s branches as having toys, books and spacious play areas, one of the best, Daddy’s Anderson, across from the Moscow Zoo, and a dacha-style branch called AnderSon Na Dache with a slide and a ball pit.
Today a branch in Krylatskoye is listed with children’s animation, a banquet hall and holiday programs, while another branch on Verkhnyaya Krasnoselskaya Street is marked shut down, so the network has changed. The founding date and the owners were not found, so this section is short.
Reservations and Ordering at Anderson
The Krylatskoye branch lists a table booking option, and the brand’s site, cafe-anderson.ru, is the place to find the current branches, their hours and their booking details. Weekends and children’s holidays are busy, so book ahead for those times. Walk-in availability was not verified.
- Payment: a listing for a closed branch mentions card payment, but foreign Visa and Mastercard cards are reported not to work in Russia, so carry rubles and ask how a visitor can pay.
- Delivery and takeaway: listed for a closed branch; confirm for the branch you choose.
Check the current rules and the branch list on the official site.
Find and Order: Anderson
How to Get to Anderson
The Krylatskoye branch is at Rublyovskoye Highway 28k1, in the west of Moscow, away from the historic center. The nearest metro station was not verified, so check it on a map service before you travel, and consider a taxi, since the branch lists free parking. Older guides place other branches near the Prospekt Mira metro station and across from the Moscow Zoo.
- Metro: check the station nearest the branch you choose on a map; the walking time was not verified.
- Taxi: give the branch address; the taxi apps guide of this site explains how to book.
Accessibility
A listing for the closed Verkhnyaya Krasnoselskaya branch says wheelchair access was unavailable there. Accessibility for the Krylatskoye branch was not found, so ask the branch before you go.
Food Nearby
Branches are in residential districts, so options nearby vary by location. In the center, Stolovaya 57 in GUM and Varenichnaya No. 1 have their own articles on this site. Check hours before you go.
What to Bring
Rubles in cash, since foreign cards are reported not to work, and toys or a change of clothes for young children. No dress code applies.
Photography Rules
No photography rules were found. Ask the staff before you photograph the play areas, since other children are present.
Family Suitability
Family suitability is the point of the chain: play areas, children's animation, a children's menu and holiday programs. The branches are far from the main sights, so plan the travel time. Stroller access depends on the branch and was not verified.
Moscow Vibes Tips
- The name is written AnderSon in Latin on maps, so search with that spelling.
- One Yandex branch is marked shut down, so check the branch you plan to use on the official site before you travel.
- Weekends are likely busy with birthdays, so book ahead and avoid the afternoon peak.
- Most branches are outside the historic center, so combine a visit with an activity in the same district.
- The Krylatskoye branch lists free parking, which helps if you hire a car.
- For a central, adult-oriented meal, other articles on this site, such as Oblomov or Varenichnaya No. 1, may suit better.
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FAQ: Anderson
What is Anderson?
A chain of family cafes in Moscow with play areas and children's animation.
Is it still open?
The brand is operating, with a branch listed in Krylatskoye, but one branch is marked shut down; check the official site.
Where are the branches?
Mostly in residential districts; use cafe-anderson.ru for the current list.
Is there a play area?
Yes, most branches have play areas and toys, according to a 2016 guide.
Do I need to book?
A table booking option is listed; book ahead for weekends and children's holidays.
What are the hours?
About 09:00 to 22:00 at the Krylatskoye branch; hours vary by branch.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Not at a closed branch; the Krylatskoye branch was not checked, so ask.
Can I pay with a foreign card?
Foreign cards are reported not to work in Russia; carry rubles and ask.
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