What premium seats are like at Mets games with young kids: Inside Clover Home Plate Club

Welcome to SeatGeek Front Row, where SeatGeek employees share their best tips for getting the most out of live events. For this edition, Entertainment Consulting Senior Manager ArinMichelle Casey breaks down what it’s really like to experience a New York Mets game at Citi Field with premium seating and two young kids.

There are a lot of ways to do a Mets game, but if you’re going with little kids, the biggest difference-maker is where you sit.

We went to Pirates at Mets at Citi Field in March for a late afternoon game, and it was cold. The kind of New York day where one kid is bundled up in a winter coat and you’re already thinking through your exit strategy before the second inning.

But even with two young kids and very chilly weather, it ended up being such a fun and surprisingly manageable day. A lot of that came down to sitting in a section with easy Clover Home Plate Club access.

Why the Clover Home Plate Club is worth it with kids at Citi Field

On a freezing day, the Clover Home Plate Club honestly felt like a lifesaver. That same indoor access would matter just as much during the peak of summer, when the heat can wear kids down fast. With little ones, having an easy place to cool off and regroup greatly impacts the entire experience.

The Clover Home Plate Club is comfortable, has plenty of space and you’re not fighting long lines for everything. There’s also a full restaurant (Pat LaFrieda’s Chop House), plus easier access to food and bathrooms—which, if you have kids, you already know is half the battle.

We had our 5-month-old (first game!) and our 2.5-year-old, and having somewhere to reset made the whole day feel doable instead of chaotic.

One note for parents with dietary restrictions: we weren’t able to find a dairy-free option at the restaurant itself, so we ended up grabbing food elsewhere in the stadium. It’s something worth planning for ahead of time depending on your family’s needs.

Best place to sit for Clover Home Plate Club access at Citi Field

We originally considered seats in Section 111, but opted for Section 12. That one decision basically changed the whole experience because of how easily we were able to access the Clover Home Plate Club.

If you’re thinking about club access, here’s the simple version:

• Sections 11–19 (right behind home plate) = super easy, walk right in and out

• Other sections (like 111) = you technically have access, but you’ll be going up and around the concourse to get there

Getting in and out of the Clover Home Plate Club is incredibly easy with where we were sitting. You can pop right in and out without turning it into a whole excursion.

That may not sound like a huge difference on paper, but it absolutely is when you’re with kids. If someone suddenly needs a snack or a bathroom, that shorter path makes everything feel a lot more manageable.

Other tips for young families going to Mets games at Citi Field

Once you’ve got your seats figured out, a few other small decisions can go a long way toward making a Mets game feel easier with young kids in tow.

Getting to Citi Field

We drove to the game, and if I could redo one thing, it would be buying parking ahead of time.

Day-of parking worked, but it definitely wasn’t ideal. Buying in advance is cheaper and usually gets you a better spot, which matters a lot more when you’re unloading kids and gear.

That said, next time I’d seriously consider taking the train instead.

The 7 train drops you right at Mets–Willets Point, which makes it one of the easiest stadium transit options in the city. The LIRR also stops there, which can be a really convenient option depending on where you’re coming from.

Food at Citi Field is worth exploring

Citi Field gets a lot of hype for its food (even outside of Pat LaFrieda’s Chop House at Clover Home Plate Club), and it absolutely lives up to it.

One of the best parts of the day was just walking around and trying different spots. Even with kids, it never felt like a hassle to explore a little, and the food variety makes that effort worth it.

Shake Shack was especially helpful when we mentioned a dietary restriction. The staff were thoughtful, checked labels, and walked through options carefully, which made a big difference.

World’s Fare Market was another standout, especially for gluten-free options.

And one easy win: bring your Citi Card. You can get discounts on food and merch, which is how we ended up leaving with a Mrs. Met stuffie for our toddler.

The little things that make Citi Field fun for families

Some of the best parts of the day weren’t even the game itself.

Walking the concourse, trying different food spots, letting the kids stretch their legs and attempting to track down Mr. and Mrs. Met ended up being quite memorable. 

You can also bring a stroller into the stadium, which made getting around with two young kids much easier than we expected.

If it’s your child’s first game, you can stop by Guest Services and get a First Game Certificate, which is a very cute keepsake and feels especially worth doing for younger kids.

A few things not to skip at Citi Field

Even if you’re focused on keeping the day smooth with kids, there are a few classic game-day moments still worth prioritizing.

Mets giveaways are a big one, especially since they’re usually limited to the first 15,000 fans. If you care about those, get there early.

The seventh-inning stretch is always worth sticking around for.

In general, don’t be afraid to wander a little. Citi Field is a really good stadium to wander, which matters when you’re with little kids and not treating the game like a three-hour sit-down event.

How to buy Mets premium tickets at Citi Field with SeatGeek

Want to make your next Mets game with little ones easier in every aspect? SeatGeek is the Official Ticket Marketplace of Major League Baseball and the Mets, and it’s the best way to compare premium options at Citi Field before game day, including for Clover Home Plate Club.

1. Head to the Mets page on SeatGeek Go to SeatGeek on desktop or in the app and search for the Mets to get to their team page.

2. Open the Premium tab If you’re specifically looking for a more upgraded experience, the Premium tab is the easiest place to start. You can compare premium seating options for Mets home games in one place instead of clicking into each game individually.

3. If you’re interested in Clover Home Plate Club, look for seats in Sections 11 through 19 If easy access to the Clover Home Plate Club is the priority, these are the sections to focus on. That direct access is what makes the experience especially helpful with young kids.

4. Compare seats using SeatGeek’s tools Use View From Seat, interactive maps, Deal Score and filters (including the seat perks filter) to compare options based on budget, location and overall value.

5. Check out and get ready for game day Once you’ve found the right fit, you can check out in just a few clicks and manage your mobile tickets right in the SeatGeek app.

Citi Field just makes it easy to have a good time, even with little kids.

If you plan it right, it’s the kind of outing that feels fun and not super stressful. With any event you bring your kids to, that is kind of the whole goal.

ArinMichelle leads Entertainment Consulting at SeatGeek, focusing especially on concerts and ensuring that we're doing our best for music fans, SeatGeek partners, and artists alike. ArinMichelle married a diehard Mets fan and has since adopted them as her baseball team (to her Yankees-loving family's chagrin); however, she's always bled orange and blue thanks to the New York Knicks—her first true love.