You think you know someone, but you don’t really know how they are unless you’ve been to a board game café with them. Why? Even those who aren’t usually competitive can get a little out of hand here. In the end, it’s all fun and games and there’s bound to be a ton of laughter and great memories made. It’s like a kid’s dream, and even for adults as well! Think of any board game and they will have it; multiple ones of it, so that nobody ever has to wait too long.
Take a trip down memory lane with Uno, Connect 4, or Guess Who. Too slow? Not competitive enough? Take it up a notch with a fast-paced game like Dutch Blitz. You’re only required to pay a small fee for cover and there’s (usually) no limit to how long you can stay. Perhaps you can finally attempt to finish a full game of Monopoly or experience first hand the hype behind Setters of Catan!
If you want to avoid the awkward silences and small talk on a first date, this is the perfect place to go. There are a ton of two player games and all the game masters know (almost) every game by heart and are super enthusiastic to teach you. Whether you have a small group of two or a larger group of eight, there will be something for you.
It is called a board game café, so let’s not forget to mention the food. Equipped with a small but full menu are snacks, entrees, drinks, and desserts.
Here are some board game cafes around Toronto:
Snakes & Lattes Board Game Café | 600 Bloor St W
Snakes & Lagers Board Game Bar | 488 College St
Castle Board Game Café | 454 Spadina Ave
Roll Play Café | 10 Edward St
