I went to Meeples for the first time on Black Friday. Their Black Friday special was buy one game,…read moreget the 2nd at 50% off. What a gem of a store! Surprisingly it had a great selection of games, a cafe and a game room. I didn't know Meeples was that large. They even have a game library where you can check out a prospective game before you buy it. The man (I didn't get his name) was very helpful and friendly. I told him what I was looking for and he recommended quite a few games. I would definitely go back when I want to buy a card or board game.

Any excuse to visit West Seattle and an excellent game store to pick up an outstanding game. Would…read moremost certainly highly recommend Meeples Games! TDG: Star Trek: Captain's Chair https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=adP7U-uF_4Q

I went two Wednesdays ago on April 29th, was hoping to play Pkmn TCG but I was visiting and wanted…read moreto do other things around the city. I was informed the tourney would likely go until 9pm. They host both the card game and the switch/video game challenges. I did have a card to trade and the breakdown of the process was the most thorough I've seen yet and I wanted store credit as you get 80% vs 70% if you got cash only. Anywho, the wait to be called did take longer than I'd like but given it was busy and my decision on what to use for store credit took awhile, I wouldn't deduct anything. Avery (sp?) was the main person who helped me and she was very patient. I also bought some playable cards (they have a stash of organized cards in bins near their staff-only area which other employees helped me out with. All-in-all, very spacious and well organized! They have one exclusively for double rares/ex cards, ultra rares/full arts, ace specs, etc. They even have a box for people to drop off ETB boxes in for people to claim for free if they want to take home. I also noticed some instant ramen station which they utilized for food in the store. They have some nice wall art too that was handprints as well. Would revisit if I'm ever back in Seattle, WA!

UPDATE: I went back a few days later and my experience was much better. They actually added a…read moredecent amount of new cards and the varieties were much better. The staff was also friendlier and helpful. If you're looking for Pokémon cards, this is definitely not the best place to look for them. They had a bunch of single cards displayed and it looks pretty randomized. Not a good variety and honestly looks disorganized. They at least have a decent amount of sealed products, but everything was above market price. The staff wasn't friendly, nor were they interactive. The place wasn't that organized. There's a decent amount of table with you want to play card games with your friends.

I like Raygun in theory, and have enjoyed a few a few visits there, but when I went this weekend it…read morewas pretty disappointing. There were two offline pins, a couple of others that weren't working properly, and the ATM went out of order while I was there. Maybe that's for the best, as when it was working it limited me to a $10 withdrawal and charged me $3.75 in fees for the privilege. Seems like Raygun has started to lose the thread. Hopefully they can get back on track!

My family and I were in Seattle for the weekend and while planning meal spots my husband found this…read moreplace, which looked perfect for us dragging along two teenage boys. We figured we could eat some pizza, they could play games and they have table top games we could enjoy as well. We got there and found out their kitchen is down so no food options. My husband was told we could go get food and bring it back but he wasn't able to grab anything quickly so we left to find dinner elsewhere. Mildly disappointing as this looks like a nice place to hang out.

I loved this place because every little nerdy impulse in me was satisfied. They had the Funco Pop…read moreselection, something that I learned about from my students. Then there was the wall of 1000-piece puzzles and the 3D Legos and my mind was blown! I bought my husband some magnets and look forward to returning. There are no stores near me, which is surprising because I'd think that they would do quite well. But, if in the area and I have time, I'd come back. However, that would be for ideas because I'd rather find what I want and look for it somewhere local.

Just to clarify, Mind Games is actually a store inside of Southcenter Mall. It isn't a mall cart or…read morestand, as the photo on this listing seems to show. Now that we got that out of the way, I really liked this little game and puzzle shop inside of the mall. I admit, I don't normally go into stores like this, but I saw their puzzle selection as I was walking past and had to check it out. And I'm so glad I did! I love puzzles and recently got a large one for my birthday after having not built one in years. I had so much fun that I was itching to get another--so the timing was perfect. I spent most of my time there looking at the puzzles, but I did wander around the rest of the store and saw lots of table top games, both mainstream and more advanced for serious gamers. There were cards, dice sets, learning toys and science sets. I also saw classic, wooden chess and checkers sets, even game tables. If you're a Lego fan, there is a smaller selection here. And POP fans should probably check out this location for their large selection. What really got me pumped was seeing some of their Nintendo collectibles, items, and themed merchandise. There were mugs, Zelda Master Sword and shield props, and even Nintendo themed board games. I ended up getting two puzzles, a 1,000 piece panorama one ($25) and a smaller 550 piece Zelda puzzle ($10). However, I was extremely tempted by their selections of mystery puzzle games, Ravensburger, Aquarius, and Heye triangular box puzzles (much more expensive, but so cool). Can't wait to come back to get more!

If I could give six stars, I would. Over the years, I've frequented boatloads of comic shops along…read morethe west coast and Outsider is truly my favorite. They have an enormous selection of comics, zines, graphic novels, and more. Looking for the latest premiere titles from DC / Marvel / Image / etc.? They got you. Looking for some hot new manga? They got you. Maybe you want some fresh, totally unique indie publication that none of your friends have heard of yet? They. Got. You. But their crazy-diverse selection isn't even what makes Outsider a truly great shop; it's their staff and the vibe they've created. Navigating geek culture can sometimes be a treacherous (gatekeeping and elitism abound). But not at Outsider. All geeks seem to be truly welcome: from hardcore fans, to casual readers, to absolute noobs looking for a place to begin exploring printed media, Outsider's staff will be there to help people find what they're looking for. Outsider is an absolute gem.

You guys need to update your open hours here. I arrived on a Saturday after 11am, and I'm sad to…read moresee that you're not open yet. You have to run your store in whatever way makes sense for you, of course. Just as feedback, though, it's hard having a regular work schedule and kids to manage on the weekends to shop here... which I very much want to do!

Mox Boarding House is such a fun spot. I always end up staying way longer than planned. They have a…read morehuge library of board games you can play for free, which already makes it a great hangout, but what really stands out is how helpful the staff are. If you're not sure what to play, you can just tell them what you're into and they'll recommend something new, which is how we ended up going home with Machi Koro. The vibe is super welcoming, whether you're a hardcore gamer or just there to mess around with friends. And now that they've got their liquor license, it's even better, Pokémon-themed cocktails?? Say less. Overall, it's such a solid place to chill, try new games, and just have a good time.

This 5 star review goes to the establishment of mox, not the actual food in the restaurant…read more Mox offers an at-home, cozy vibe. Everyone here is happy, kind, and playing boardgames. I love it here. You don't need to pay to play any boardgames, and everyone is respectful. I would rate their food a 2/5 due to the price and quality and quantity, but this is how they make money! I would never want mox to shut down, so I always end up ordering a lot at the restaurant ‍. I do love their hummus platter with naan.

Great spot to play boardgames and get drinks! Service was good. Good large tables for boardgames…read more They had a nice wine selection. They also had beer, cider, and mead (yay)! Street parking is limited but there if you search long enough!

Super cute wine bar with a great selection of wines & ciders. Also duos as a magic card shop (plus…read moreboard games for recreation) with a huge selection of packs & accessories. I went to my first ever pre-release here for strixhaven and had an absolute blast. They had cider & cookie pairings for each of the colleges. The staff is really friendly and super knowledgeable on the games. 10/10, can't wait to have some commander nights here!!

Fun! Convenient location, amazing instructor, friendly clientele, comfortable cute shop. Everything…read moreyou need to know to play Mahjong. Can't wait to learn more and play often. Recommend highly. Donna's terrific! Wished I'd learned sooner and will be telling everyone I know.

From the owner: The Mahjong Corner is your home for all things mahjong! Whether you’re looking for tiles, mats, and…read moreracks or fun themed goodies like hats, bags, and party decor, we’ve got everything you need. We also offer private and group lessons for all skill levels, whether you're just learning the basics or looking to level up your game play. If our regular hours don’t work with your schedule, just give us a call. We’re happy to arrange an appointment to open the shop at a time that’s convenient for you.

Iconic spot in West Seattle. (Be advised there is more than one location). The gigantic pink coffee…read morecup in the sky will lead you to it. Broken off into more than one individually designed cozy room as well as general seating. Unique coffee choices - and delicious. Friendly baristas. Great music playing. Cool merch. Gets crowded!

This Goblin loves coffee. This Goblin supports Women. Those are two reasons why you should also…read moredrink coffee here. Each barista works hard to give you exactly what you ask for. They are willing to make your bevvy dreams a reality. In retrospect, some of the flavor combinations I've suggested are nightmares. But, I am a Goblin. The interior has themed rooms which are kept clean by Seattle and Goblin standards, but would be considered fairly dirty anywhere in Japan. It can get busy on the weekends, but this Goblin knows what it's like to be slammed, so I wait patiently and be respectful. It's nice to see an unpretentious flavor forward cafe run by young women doing so well. Their Hazelnut lattes don't lack flavor and taste like you "don't get it". Their coffee tastes like you were finally invited to the dance. While the market has decided that a Goblin will pay at least $8 for a coffee now, I'll fight back my Goblin tears and say "WORTH IT, WORTH IT, YOU ARE WORTH IT!". I took 1 star off because no place is perfect. I'd also like to see patrons of West Seattle businesses do more as a community to keep these spaces clean and tidy.