Board games are a great alternative to spending physical time with loved ones instead of being glued to our phones almost 24/7. After all, board games such as Monopoly used to be the best time sinks when we didn’t have digital devices. In fact, there are many KL board game Cafes that you can visit for a fun game!
We’ve compiled 10 fun board game cafes that are absolutely worth your time, money and your stomach!
1. Boardgame Depot
Boardgame Depot is among the most ‘well-equipped’ boardgame cafes in Kuala Lumpur because they boast over three hundred kinds of board games! Whether you’re here to play something familiar or new, you’ll surely be entertained with their hundreds of options. Other than just board games, this board game cafe also offers a secondhand book service if you prefer to read instead of play games. There’s an activity for anyone at Boardgame Depot!
Address: 16, Lorong Ara Kiri 3, Lucky Garden, 59100 Bangsar, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours:
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – Closed
Wednesday – Closed
Thursday – Closed
Friday – Closed
Saturday – 12:00pm to 7:30pm
Sunday – 12:00pm to 7:30pm
Contact Information: 03-2094 1692
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/wUobNbtNQu3wsHJk9
2. Meeples – European Boardgame Cafe
If three hundred board games aren’t enough to satisfy you, how about two thousand? Meeples Board Game Cafe offers over two thousand board games for the most devoted board game fanatics. They also have a shop where you can buy your board game of choice if any of them catches your eye. This cafe is also of German origin, and they’re the largest board game distributor in Southeast Asia.
Address: 64-1, Jalan SS 15/4d, Ss 15, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours:
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – 5:00pm to 12:00am
Wednesday – 5:00pm to 12:00am
Thursday – 5:00pm to 12:00am
Friday – 5:00pm to 12:00am
Saturday – 5:00pm to 12:00am
Sunday – 5:00pm to 12:00am
Contact Information: 03-5633 8033
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/xUJkVRZ22U2vyoJA7
3. Classroom Café
Classroom Cafe is like a hybrid between a class and a board game cafe because they will train you to be the best. They even offer free demos for those unfamiliar with their board games. In fact, a speciality of this board game cafe is their card-based board games such as Force of Will, Magic the Gathering, The Caster Chronicles and many more. If you enjoy a game of Monster Hunters, they host an event for it every Sunday!
Address: 47B, Jalan SS 21/37, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours:
Monday – 2:00pm to 9:00pm
Tuesday – Closed
Wednesday – 2:00pm to 9:00pm
Thursday – 2:00pm to 9:00pm
Friday – 2:00pm to 9:00pm
Saturday – 2:00pm to 7:00pm
Sunday – 2:00pm to 7:00pm
Contact Information: 017-243 4768
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/boHLfjNhjEDWe4CE7
4. Upper Room Boardgame Cafe
Upper Room Board Game Cafe was created when the founder realized that the attachment to mobile phones had contributed to a disconnection in forming bonds and depression. Thus, they have a mission to make changes by cultivating a space where people can spend time with each other and foster real bonds. Board games aren’t the only way to spend time at Upper Room Board Game Cafe either, because they also have a menu filled with good eats. Typically, Board Game Cafes only offer a light snack and drink, but this cafe goes the extra mile in providing good food alongside good games.
Address: 18-1, Jalan Menara Gading 1, Taman Connaught, 56000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours:
Monday – 12:10pm to 11:00pm
Tuesday – 12:10pm to 11:00pm
Wednesday – Closed
Thursday – 12:10pm to 11:00pm
Friday – 12:10pm to 11:00pm
Saturday – 12:10pm to 11:00pm
Sunday – 1:00pm to 11:00pm
Contact Information: 016-967 6150
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/BHpiqmwvibYfE5KTA
5. Vivae board game cafe
Vivae Board Game Cafe is another great place to play board games and find good food. They have an incredibly diverse selection of board games and an equally extensive food menu, too! You’ll find cuisine ranging from Japanese to Italian, such as spaghetti carbonara and chicken katsu don. It’s ideal for those who enjoy being immersed in board games the entire day with food breaks in-between.
Address: 18A, Jalan SS 21/62, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Operating Hours:
Monday – 2:00pm to 12:00am
Tuesday – 2:00pm to 12:00am
Wednesday – 2:00pm to 12:00am
Thursday – 2:00pm to 12:00am
Friday – 2:00pm to 12:00am
Saturday – 2:00pm to 12:00am
Sunday – 2:00pm to 10:00pm
Contact Information: 03-7493 4116
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/pnHeeYu6D8Gkz8Vv5
6. Boardgamecafe.net
Boardgamecafe.net has cultivated their community of players since 2005 with imported and authentic board games. This board game cafe is keen on stimulating the board game community, whether you’re an interested newcomer or a seasoned player because they also sell board games at the most affordable prices. Their staff are also equally passionate people because they must possess vast knowledge in the aspect of board games so they can be fitting guides! If you’re interested in coming here, book a reservation because they only accept appointments.
Address: 157-1, Jalan Lancang (opposite Taman Midah MRT station, Taman Sri Bahtera, 56100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Operating Hours:
Monday – 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Tuesday – 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Wednesday – 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Thursday – 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Friday – 5:00pm to 8:00pm
Saturday – 11:00am to 4:00pm
Sunday – 11:00am to 1:00pm
Contact Information: 012-208 1780
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/ZxtY6EYQDeFai4t66
7. Hex A Box Boardgame Cafe
Hex A Box was created by five people with a passion for board games. Before they established their own board game cafe, they used to visit board game cafes to spend their time, too! Other than fun board games, Hex A Box also serves snacks such as hashbrowns, popcorn chicken and nuggets. You can even order beverages ranging from lemon tea to root beer, depending on your needs! So, if anyone understands the mindset of a board game cafe customer best, it’s Hex A Box.
Address: 15-02, Jalan Kenari 18b, Bandar Puchong Jaya, 47170 Puchong, Selangor
Operating Hours:
Monday – 1:00pm to 11:00pm
Tuesday – Closed
Wednesday – Closed
Thursday – Closed
Friday – Closed
Saturday – 1:00pm to 11:00pm
Sunday – 1:00pm to 11:00pm
Contact Information: 017-963 6875
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/Sc63cg19N8MtTyw39
8. WePlayGames Cafe
We Play Games Cafe is another fun board game cafe where you can enjoy some good coffee and food. The spacious and comfortable venue of this cafe also makes it incredibly suitable for parties of people, so you’re welcome to stay here for long hours! They have over 300 selections of board games to choose from, so you’ll never be bored. They are not only equipped with extensive selections of board games, but they also have an extensive menu. You can find pastries, pasta, and dessert perfect for a lengthy hangout.
Address: D2-04-16, Level 4, Tamarind Square, Persiaran Multimedia, Cyber 10, 63000 Cyberjaya, Selangor
Operating Hours:
Monday – 12:00pm to 10:00pm
Tuesday – 12:00pm to 10:00pm
Wednesday – 12:00pm to 10:00pm
Thursday – 12:00pm to 10:00pm
Friday – 2:30pm to 10:00pm
Saturday – 12:00pm to 10:00pm
Sunday – 12:00pm to 10:00pm
Contact Information: 017-608 0875
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/2JUShMvQnRETatcY6
9. Feddy’s Mart
Although Feddy’s mart is a food supplier, they’re a hidden gem in the board game community because they also function as a board game cafe. They’re a favourite amongst the older crowds that like bringing their children while they shop. Due to the young age group, the manager is also very kind because he will recommend board games suitable for his customers’ age. Moreover, he is also patient in teaching children and their parents so everyone can bond while spending time at Feddy’s Mart.
Address: 36, Jalan Megah 4, Taman Megah, 43200 Cheras, Selangor
Operating Hours:
Monday – 6:00am to 10:00pm
Tuesday – 6:00am to 10:00pm
Wednesday – 6:00am to 10:00pm
Thursday – 6:00am to 10:00pm
Friday – 6:00am to 10:00pm
Saturday – 6:00am to 10:00pm
Sunday – 6:00am to 10:00pm
Contact Information: 014-226 5328
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/ACfKtcvFPK3amBnL7
10. Soulmad Cafe
Soulmad Cafe is owned by Luffy, and Sandy, who observed a selective nature in the board game community that felt unwelcome to newcomers. Thus, they decided to open their own board game cafe that is newbie friendly and welcomes people from all walks of life! At Soulmad Cafe, customers can find over 500 board games, and they cost as low as RM9 for a session that lasts the entire day. Moreover, Souldmad Cafe has a comfortable atmosphere for customers to relax. After all, board games are meant to be comfortable and enjoyable!
Address: 1-11, MKH Boulevard, Jalan Changkat, 43000 Kajang, Selangor
Operating Hours:
Monday – Closed
Tuesday – 1:00pm to 9:00pm
Wednesday – 1:00pm to 9:00pm
Thursday – 1:00pm to 9:00pm
Friday – 1:00pm to 12:00am
Saturday – 1:00pm to 12:00am
Sunday – 1:00pm to 10:00pm
Contact Information: 012-302 7313
Location: https://goo.gl/maps/dheGomJtLdd2xM1r8
We’ve shown you some of Kuala Lumpur’s best places to chill out and play board games with friends! Obviously, the next thing you should do is check these places out and have a great time with friends and family.
