Such a fun spot! They will bring you games based on your interests if you feel overwhelmed with looking at the millions of games they have. Really fun drinks and snacks too. read more

Tabletop - Root beer float, a fun strategy game called thrive, and my handsome husband with a twelve dogs of Christmas beer. - Cafes Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Huge number of games to play. Great social distancing and required reservations to keep people safe. Spiked milkshakes and hot rum apple cider, wine smoothies, beers, and wine by the glass too. Small eclectic food menu. Great place to have fun. read more

LITERALLY our favorite date night spot!!! Staff here is always so welcoming and kind, not to mention super knowledgeable about the games! I love checking out their seasonal boozy milkshakes and the tator tots with the chipotle aioli are a must every time. Shout out to Cheyenne who's has taken care of us many times and is freakin awesome! The place helped us discover our favorite boardgame of all time, and we still always manage to find something new here! 10/10 would recommend! read more

Everything about Tabletop is amazing! They've really gone the extra mile to be a completely unique experience in Ohio City. They have an effectively limitless collection of board games that you can play for as long as you want for $5 or purchase special memberships. The wall of games can be a little intimidating (you'll see everything from Monopoly, to Exploding Kittens, to obscure Russian strategy games), but the people who work at Tabletop are there because they love games too and will happily give you some recommendations. The drinks are refreshing and remarkably unique as well. They have their own spin on classic drinks, such as a "Blue Mule" which is a Moscow Mule with blueberries and blue curaçao, but they also have original creations such as a red wine chocolate shake, spiked smoothies, and a craft beer collection. Their food is basic cafe food (wraps, soups, sandwiches, snacks, etc) but again with a spin. You won't find basic Mac and Cheese on your plate for example, you'll get made to order Gouda Mac and Cheese that will rock your world. For somewhere with a focus on games, I'd come back just for the food, which is rare! The staff members are all very nice and attentive. They even remembered my friend lost a credit card there three weeks later and made sure it was back to him! They were also more than welcome to juggle tables around to help us fit a large group together on a Friday night. The atmosphere is very trendy. The decorations all appear to be handmade and make you feel like you're in some sort of bird treehouse filled with games. There's also a pride flag hanging in the window so that everyone feels welcome and at home. ‍ Tabletop is a whole new take on bars and going out. I know so many people who dread going to bars but will happily drag everyone they know here. It's definitely an experience to remember and I can't wait to go back. I hope they expand to other cities because there's nothing like this back in Pensacola! read more

Tabletop - Turhamon Panini with a side of Mac and Cheese featuring the Blue Mule and a fun game of Cards Against Humanity in the background - Cafes Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

This is such an original idea. We came with our 2 teenage daughters and had a great time. We were visiting from Chicago and I don't think I've seen a place like this before. There are great options for drinks and food and the service is attentive. read more

Tabletop is a cozy and casual place to play board games with a group of friends. It gets you out of the house, but also keeps it chill. Their collection of over 1000 games ensures that there will be a game to suit your interests and group size. My best friend and I played Scrabble, Organ Attack, Trivial Pursuit, Pandemic, and more. You can easily spend hours here. With the $5 cover charge per person for one time visits, you might as well! Food and drinks are a bit pricey, but the menu is pretty solid. You get some light snacks and appetizer foods, sandwiches, beer and cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks to tide you over while playing. My friend got the mac and cheese and I had a peach sangria. Overall, we enjoyed the concept and would go back with more friends to enjoy a wider variety of games. It's the perfect place if you don't own your own collection of board games and want to try new ones! read more

Tabletop - Interior is very cozy and a little eclectic with decor - Cafes Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

I'm such a fan of this place! They have more board games than you could ever imagine, my friends and I certainly weren't bored. The staff are super friendly and willing to help teach you games or find you a game that fits your group. They also have great libations - I got a classic root beer float, but I hear from my friends that the mudslides and milkshakes are fantastic. The space is super cute, and due to all the space, not noisy at all. We also tried the tater tots - certainly a good snack - but will have to come back to try more of their food options. In terms of COVID, you couldn't ask for a better place to hang indoors. It's incredibly spacious, and they have partitions up everywhere in between tables. You're encouraged to wear your mask any time you're not actively eating or drinking, and they have lots of hand sanitizer to go around. I would certainly come here again if I'm looking for somewhere to safely entertain friends! read more

Tabletop is a delightful spot on 25th w. Staff is super friendly, fun atmosphere, hundreds (thousands?) of board games to pick from and just nice to be someplace everyone is having a good time. Food and drinks were good too. Would definitely come back. read more

Visited Cleveland and this was one of my favorite places. Good prices for drinks, would recommend the spiked milkshake.

Who doesn't love a good game with friends? For only $5/per person TableTop will satisfy all your competitive needs. The initial response to the decorating of TableTop is amazing. From the ceiling to even under the wooden tables (which are carpeted) each aspect of TableTop has been thoroughly planned. On each side of the restaurant are hundreds of games. They are separated according to category and alphabetical. I would suggest coming with a group of 4+ because most games require that many players. However, some only require two people..making TableTop the perfect destination for your next date. Along with the games; TableTop has a large selection of alcoholic/non-alcoholic drinks. I tried the boozy milkshake. This shake changes flavors weekly so be sure to ask what the flavor is for the week. I got the chocolate cherry with vodka in it. This definitely was a splurge shake for $8, but was nice to sip on as we played our games. Other people in my group had the breakfast bagels and buffalo chicken bites paired with coffee. If you are in the mood to sit aside cellphones and interact with friends come to TableTop. Minus the alcoholic drinks I felt like I was back in middle school at recess. read more

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Awesome spot! Super fun, clean and well organized. Our server gave us spot on recommendations for fun 2 player games (we loved all 3 of the ones she brought out)! I was initially turned off by the cover charge ($5), but looking back, it is totally worth it. I didn't have any food, but had some hot cider which was delicious. Overall, a very welcoming and fun place to spend a day! read more

Such a fun gem here in Cleveland. Pay 5 a piece to play unlimited games for unlimited time. Menu is small, but I had the grilled cheese and it was pretty tasty, but food took a while to come out but didn't matter much to us because we were pretty consumed in playing games. The frozen banana coffee wasn't good at all and wouldn't get it again but the milkshake I got was great. Definitely coming back! read more

Cool spot in downtown Cleveland with a chill atmosphere and surprisingly good food! The grilled cheese was awesome even if I lost at monopoly read more

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I love me some Tabletop! Went on a Wednesday evening with 2 of my girlfriends and we closed the place down. The staff there is always really helpful with picking out games. They are generally attentive and unobtrusive. Beware, it is easy to rack up a nice bill in there. Playing unlimited games is just $5. But their delicious food will set you back. Individually, they aren't terribly priced. It's just that you end up staying for so long that you keep eating (and drinking.) My favorite items are the Buff Chick dip and the grilled cheese with bacon! We played Rhino Hero, Quelf (I think), and Joking Hazard. If you are a fan of Cards Against Humanity, play Joking Hazard! I actually want to purchase it for an at home game night. Tabletop is great for a date night, friends night out, they have trivia, and a variety of eats and sips. read more

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Me and my girlfriend had come here on a date over six months ago and I still frequently think about this place. Living in the Pittsburgh area we wish somebody would simply move the cafe over here so we can enjoy it all over again. Naturally it's all about the experiences; playing board games with friends and family. But with the insane collection of games there is so much to do and discover that you want to come by over and over again. The atmosphere is relaxing and not overbearing, even with a crowd there. Sincerely inclusive as well, which is a breath of fresh air. We did not get any food, but the drinks were made well and everything seemed moderately priced. I cannot wait to come back once we're in the area again! read more

Came here with a group of 10 and we all fit at several tables - lots of seating. Great selection of all types of games. But THEY CHARGE $5 to play games!! Should be free especially if you order food/drinks. We played Cards Against Humanity which had hundreds of cards. Food was mediocre at best and slightly overpriced. Drinks were quite enjoyable! Come here for the atmosphere and drinks not the kitchen. read more

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This is a perfect date spot or place to go on many of Cleveland's colder, rainy days. There is an abundance of games, so I always get to learn something new. The staff are so friendly and knowledgeable as well, offering help with understanding games, which I take advantage of! Games sometimes put we off because I lack the patience but Tabletop makes it exciting! Food is priced on the higher side, so I recommend eating something before you come. read more

I always pegged Ohio City as the beer district, but welcome Tabletop to add a little flare to the mix. Not just beer, but a nice variety of liquid fare. From both fruity and wine smoothies, draft beer, bottled beer and wine as well. Who doesn't build up the munchies after chugging back a few? Tabletop has you covered with mini bites and sammiches as well! Walk in and you will see what appears to be a library of board games, like 100's maybe even thousand? Saw many classics games like operation and sorry. Have no idea where to start? There's a nice poster on the wall that suggests some games, like "if you like scrabble, you'll like ----". In an hour and a half I played three games. I thought it was pretty cool of the owner to volunteer and show us how to play a few of the games. None of the games we encountered had missing pieces and were all well kept. FYI to indulge in the games, it's a $5 gaming fee per person. Ample room to play, or just sit and mingle. Very clever of the place to add little flags you can place on your table if you have room for someone to join in (what a great way to meet new people). Bravo Tabletop. It is not game over for me. I will be seeing you again soon. read more

This place is pretty much a nerds paradise. There is every single game you could imagine​ here, they have trivia, delicious beer, ​and food! This place always has a good scene, friendly staff, ​and hot coffee. Great place for a second date, friend night or gathering for pretty much any occasion​. Everything is pretty funky and gives you a lot to talk about. I highly recommend​ coming to the trivia night with a group of your smartest​ friends. The competition​ is fierce and the laughs are loud! read more

If you like board games, you'll love this place. They have an entire wall of every single board game that you can think of, from your traditional monopoly, sorry, scrabble, taboo, cranium, cards against humanity, whatever to your settlers of catan, dominion, puerto rico, bang, citadels, to the weirdest games that you've never heard of in your life. For $5 you can play board games here all day. They also serve sandwiches here, an drinks and things. The smoothies are pretty decent. read more

Well hello there, new favorite place in Ohio City! I never had any idea board games were such a culture. I think i'm into it. Tabletop is a true gem, and a refreshing addition to Cleveland. I went for a game night with a group of my intergenerational sorority sisters, and it was the most fun we've had in a while. We went on a rainy Thursday night, and we nearly had the place to ourselves. You will pay a $5.00 play fee, regardless of the night, which tacks on your bill at the end. We also ordered some beers, root beer floats and hard root beer floats. I fell in love instantly. Here's why: - The interior is plain old fun. It looks like someone went to a vintage shop and bought as many oddball paintings as possible. Accompanied with cool lighting and reclaimed wood furniture, you feel at home right away. - The crowd in Tabletop is so diverse and awesome. Families, friends, singles, couples, grandparents, all ages and skill/interest levels. People are very respectful of each other, and its not terribly loud. - Board games galore! Play something you know in your 1st round (we chose Cards Against Humanity), and try something new when you're burnt out (we chose a mystery game, SpyFall). There are countless shelves of game options, organized by both alphabet and concept (TV/movie, Abstract, Strategy), etc. Our server was very knowledgable at providing a general overview of most games. Can't wait to go back again and play something new and a little wacky! read more

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The staff was nice, unisex bathrooms, decent food. The food was a little expensive, like $9 for a sandwich and $6.50 for a root beer float. They have thousands of board games all over the wall. read more

Not really family friendly and super expensive when you have to pay $5 per person to play a game.

One of my friend took note of this place as it striked his fancy: games were involved. He mentioned that this was one of the top board game cafes he has been to in a long time. He visited the area from New Orleans for a week and came here bc the people made him feel welcomed. Brady took the time to teach him new board games and the rest of the workers had a really positive attitude. If you ask, they will take time to help you with the rules for learning new games. The next time you feel like you need a place to hang out to "save the world" or capture the "spy" in your group of friends, check out Tabletop Board Game Cafe. They made the week visit to Cleveland one to remember. :) read more

You guys, this place is the JAM! If you love the idea of a place to socialize with friends that: A) Is not too loud. (This is a huge selling point for an introvert like me!) B) Offers a nice selection of healthy, affordable snacks in addition to alcohol. C) Gives you the chance to try out new board games and enjoy favorites with friends. D) Has a cool, laid back staff of friendly, fellow nerds. Well, then this is the place! I love everything about this concept and my friends and I had a wonderful time here on a (albeit very busy) Saturday night. I'm glad we braved the long wait because we found a favorite new game (Pandemic!) and had so much fun that we stayed up past midnight for the first time in ages! (We're in our 30's, ya'll.) I can't recommend Tabletop any more highly! I'll be back with my gaggle geeky pals - perhaps during a more quiet hour - to discover some more great new games! read more

Really cool spot! Thousands of games to choose from and a pretty good menu of food and drinks. There's a $5 fee per person to play games, but it's an all-day pass so you can leave and come back. The staff is super nice too. We'll definitely go back. read more

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This place is so much fun. I absolutely love playing board games... So this is the perfect place to get coffee and games. The location is great. You can find a ton of parking around. And the place is beautiful! Tons of wood and pallets. The place is so bright and open. I think it would be so much fun to have a party there! The concept is fantastic! So original. It's just a different place to go. It's more interactive. And the employees are willing to teach you how to play the games. That is awesome. There were a couple areas that brought it down 2 stars. (I'm sorry! I really want to give you 5 stars) First, there is a five dollar cover. So every person in the group automatically pays $5 to play the games. I understand the idea and need for a cover, but we were paying an additional $10-$15 in food for each person... So it gets pricy. I would recommend a deal - maybe free games if you spend $15 in food/drinks? Or just a flat $10 per party? The food is okay. I really like my grilled Munster and Jam sandwich, but the turkey club was kinda boring. The cookies also tasted like they were store bought from a box :( Overall. I will definitely go back. It's a fun/chill date night. Or would be great for a group of friends. I hope that I can change my review soon and give more stars!!! read more

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Had a wonderful experience here recently. Went here for a date night with my husband and we loved the quiet quirky atmosphere of this cafe. The game selection is overwhelming, but they break it down in sections and you can of course ask for recommendations. I love that they have a nice selection of children's games too in case you want to bring the little ones (still $5 to play). I didn't mind the $5 cost to play the games. I'd planned ahead and made sure we had enough time so we could play a few games. But if you're just looking for a meal, then yes, the $5 fee would be annoying. The cost of the food is pretty low and there are some healthier options. I enjoyed the harvest salad (a big bowl of green leafy salad with candied pecas, fruit, and goat cheese). The sandwich I got was packed full of vegetables so no feelings of guilt as I enjoyed the ooey gooey mac n cheese (smoked gouda flavor is strong!). They also have trivia night and it's easy to play along. We came away with second place and they even gave us a "prize" from a box of garage sale finds - just adds to the charm of this place. My only regret is that I don't have more free time on my hands so I didn't invest in the membership and I know it's going to be a bit before we can come back. read more

Cool spot to hang out and play your favorite board games. Food was meh, but you come for the games and maybe a cocktail.

Such a great place to hangout. Every board game you can imagine. Great hummus platter and avocado/cucumber rolls. They have beer, wine, coffee and a cute little munchie menu with paninis, salads, desserts and bites. Awesome staff. Prices are okay. Small outdoor patio. Love this place! read more

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I had heard talk of a board game cafe opening up in Cleveland, and my boyfriend is an avid board gamer, so Thanksgiving break was the perfect opportunity to check out Tabletop Board Game Cafe with him. We headed in on Friday afternoon and while the place wasn't full when we arrived, there wasn't a table open by the end of our visit! If you arrive before 3pm, the $5 fee to play games is waived. We loved everything about this place! It is super welcoming to all levels of board game players--from the very obsessed to the person who was dragged along. We saw a group playing a classic American board game (think Monopoly), an older couple learning how to play Ticket to Ride for the first time, and others getting into more serious board games. If you have any interest at all in playing board games, there is something for you at Tabletop. They have an impressive selection of over 1,000 games all categorized and labeled, so they are very easy to find or select something new based on what you love. They have a shelf dedicated with games for the kiddos too. They also have a Staff Picks section, which included many of our favorites or games that were on my boyfriend's list of next games to play. They offer some food--small bites, sandwiches, and smoothies. They also have coffee and about five different beers on tap. We didn't try the food, but we found the beer selection to be adequate. The guy who was serving had two roles--serving drinks/food and also explaining and helping to the set up our board game selection. We went with Machi Koro for most of our visit, and we also tried Citadels. The guy was not overbearing at all, and it is really nice to have someone explain the rules to you the first time you play a game. Another thing that Tabletop got right is the ambiance. Board games in the past have been labeled "nerdy" or other places really try to push the "geek" culture. Tabletop is anything but that. You feel like you are in a very trendy, vintagey cafe, perfect for a hipster. They do have some geek references, but overall they tastefully included board game culture references like the meeple restroom signs. They also have a maker space in the back area, where they seem to host monthly workshops. If you like board games at all, you should definitely check out Tabletop Board Game Cafe! read more

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I had a great first-time experience here. There was 2 of us and we were able to get a table on a Saturday night after about a 40-minute wait. The staff was super friendly and helpful. We sat at the bar, so we interacted with the staff quite a bit. We had just come from dinner so we didn't try any of the food, but my friend had a coffee which he said was good. I can't wait to go back! read more

If you're a board gamer this place is a must. The collection is expansive and you're sure to find a title you haven't played yet. The menu is on the smaller side but the quality is above average. For five dollars you can play as many games as you desire for three hours, we'll worth it. read more

I sometimes drive 3 hours just to get my board game fix at Tabletop. Some people take games seriously, just sayin...

What a fun little joint! This place has so many of my favorite things: board games, ultra-funky decor, friendly staff, Rising Star coffee, snacks, and boozy drinks. Although I've never actually had one of their boozy drinks, the fact that they even have them is appreciated. I've been to Tabletop with my board-gaming work crew more times than I can count. We tend to take one of the 6-8 top tables and stay for the afternoon. We usually have the same server (I believe she has blue hair, or at least did!) and she is just the sweetest, most attentive person. Our drinks are always filled promptly and she makes sure we are taken care of while being nearly invisible (in the best way; she's great at her job and is just awesome at balancing her timing with gameplay). Our group usually balances some quicker games with something longer...maybe a collaborative game followed by Mysterium or Betrayal. I don't think we could ever hope to play all of the games and expansions they have, but I love how many options are available. There are some tasty snacks here, including bitty bites, sandwiches, and sides. I went with a sandwich and mac and cheese last time and it didn't disappoint. I do wish they had some lower-carb options, but when I once asked if I could order a sandwich without the bread, they kindly obliged and even arranged the sandwich fillings on my plate artistically (really!). How cute. For only a $5 cover charge, coming to Tabletop is a great way to spend an afternoon laughing and playing games with friends. read more

I love introducing friends to this place, no one would ever expect to go out to play boardgames! It's nerdy, its stilly, its always a great time! Pros: The price is $5 and you can play as many games as you want (they have +1000 on site). Whenever I go, we alway ask the 'game masters' for recommendations of games and try something new each time, it's a great way to find new things without paying $30 to buy the game. On top of that they have food and booze so no need to find a bar afterwords. Cons: The wait on weekends can be over an hour wait for a table because of limited space and they don't take reservations, I have called ahead and they said it would be a 45 min wait, but if I arrived in 45 min they should have a table ready. Love this place and will be back soon to try some new games! read more

This fun concept of a cafe is cool, very small and there is no limit to the amount of time the guests want to stay. One time we waited almost 2 hours. read more

My wife and I popped in during a day trip. We had seen the cafe on TikTok and wanted to check it out. We loved the decor, the menu was small but the food was great and so many choices of board games. My wife and I wonder if they have group deals as we are thinking of taking friends there and making a night of it. All in all, a great experience. read more

This place is such a neat concept. For $5 per person, you have unlimited access to any board game that you can imagine. They have every nostalgic game of your childhood as well as obscure stuff that you probably haven't ever heard of. You can grab the games off the shelves yourself or you can enlist any of the knowledgeable staff members to make recommendations based off of your interests. I was in a group of three, and the guy working there picked out a handful of games that he thought we may enjoy. The best part is that he explained all the rules so we didn't have to read through the convoluted instructions ourselves. There is a full bar, including a decent draft list and also a full food menu. We didn't eat there but the food looked really great. The crowd is very laid back and it's definitely family friendly. I highly recommend this place to anyone that likes board games or just looking to try something new. read more

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Tabletop was one of those places I stumbled upon accidentally; the type of place I didn't even realize I HAD to visit until I knew it existed. My wife grew up in a family of board game playing fiends - they played the classics, but also a ton of board games I can't even remember all the names of. I knew I had to take her here, as she loves games, so we headed down one fine Saturday afternoon and we were amazed! $5 per person is tacked on to your bill to cover access to the games - which is unlimited! We and others around us sat for hours playing games and just ordering food as needed. They had every type of game we could think of! As far as food goes, it was also really good (tip: if you like mac and cheese, get it here. It's diabolical!). Now that all being said, there were a few downsides: namely that we were two people and most of the games need at least 3, if not 4, to be playable. We weren't able to find many games that we liked for just two people, so I'd highly recommend going to one of their game nights or out with a group or double date here, as you may get bored (hah!) with just two people. Some of the games were also missing pieces (pencils in some games that needed writing or scorecards in others) and could use with updating. We played a Friends trivia game that had seen much, much, better days. However, none of that detracts from the awesome time we had here. It was such a different date for us and we had an amazing time! read more