Boards & Brews

I had a great time playing century spice road, rhino hero, Sagrada and smash up! I met a lot of great people. Several of us are meeting back up here in a few days. The staff is friendly and helpful,if you don't know a specific game, just ask! The game library is spectacular with over 1000 to choos... Read more

I had a great time playing century spice road, rhino hero, Sagrada and smash up! I met a lot of great people. Several of us are meeting back up here in a few days. The staff is friendly and helpful,if you don't know a specific game, just ask! The game library is spectacular with over 1000 to choose from. Craft beer, tasty food and well made lattes. Thanks for a great time! Show less

I had a great time playing century spice road, rhino hero, Sagrada and smash up! I met a lot of great people. Several of us are meeting back up here in a few days. The staff is friendly and helpful,if you don't know a specific game, just ask! The game library is spectacular with over 1000 to choos... Read more

I had a great time playing century spice road, rhino hero, Sagrada and smash up! I met a lot of great people. Several of us are meeting back up here in a few days. The staff is friendly and helpful,if you don't know a specific game, just ask! The game library is spectacular with over 1000 to choose from. Craft beer, tasty food and well made lattes. Thanks for a great time! Show less

Boards & Brews is my new favorite local hangout. Since I went the first time, I rapidly returned another 3-4 times. Their drinks are fantastic, the service is great, and it's clear they foster an environment of fun and relaxation. They do have some lunch/dinner items available, but I keep going for... Read more

Boards & Brews is my new favorite local hangout. Since I went the first time, I rapidly returned another 3-4 times. Their drinks are fantastic, the service is great, and it's clear they foster an environment of fun and relaxation. They do have some lunch/dinner items available, but I keep going for the garlic cheese bites (kinda like mini mozzarella sticks cut into pieces) and the connect 4. Vegetarian options are available. Then...the games. I don't think I've ever seen so many games packed into one place but they have classics you know and love and new games you've never tried but are sure to love. The staff can help you figure out a game to play and how to play it if you have questions. I've found several new favorite games with a night or afternoon there. I definitely recommend this spot for anyone looking to have fun and unwind a bit. ****Update 10 months later**** I've lost count of how many times I've been back at this point. I go with my boyfriend for date night, friends for girls' night, coworkers to unwind, family to connect. In some ways, it's now my home away from home. It's my first pick whenever I'm stressed out, too, and looking to let out a little steam. I've never failed to have fun, always leave happier and more relaxed, and have significantly expanded my board gaming horizons. It's a great place to go for most about any reason. Show less

Boards & Brews is my new favorite local hangout. Since I went the first time, I rapidly returned another 3-4 times. Their drinks are fantastic, the service is great, and it's clear they foster an environment of fun and relaxation. They do have some lunch/dinner items available, but I keep going for... Read more

Boards & Brews is my new favorite local hangout. Since I went the first time, I rapidly returned another 3-4 times. Their drinks are fantastic, the service is great, and it's clear they foster an environment of fun and relaxation. They do have some lunch/dinner items available, but I keep going for the garlic cheese bites (kinda like mini mozzarella sticks cut into pieces) and the connect 4. Vegetarian options are available. Then...the games. I don't think I've ever seen so many games packed into one place but they have classics you know and love and new games you've never tried but are sure to love. The staff can help you figure out a game to play and how to play it if you have questions. I've found several new favorite games with a night or afternoon there. I definitely recommend this spot for anyone looking to have fun and unwind a bit. ****Update 10 months later**** I've lost count of how many times I've been back at this point. I go with my boyfriend for date night, friends for girls' night, coworkers to unwind, family to connect. In some ways, it's now my home away from home. It's my first pick whenever I'm stressed out, too, and looking to let out a little steam. I've never failed to have fun, always leave happier and more relaxed, and have significantly expanded my board gaming horizons. It's a great place to go for most about any reason. Show less

Boards and Brews has awesome coffee, food, drinks, games. I'm sooo happy we were able to safely visit and support them. We went in at 5 on a Wednesday and the place was practically empty (apart from one other table) until around 7:30. The staff and everything we ordered we're awesome (shout out to K... Read more

Boards and Brews has awesome coffee, food, drinks, games. I'm sooo happy we were able to safely visit and support them. We went in at 5 on a Wednesday and the place was practically empty (apart from one other table) until around 7:30. The staff and everything we ordered we're awesome (shout out to Keating and crew). We were there for four hours playing Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra, 7 Wonders Duel, Clank! In! Space!, and Blokus Duo. There's a huge collection of games that offers something for everyone! For anyone wondering about COVID-19 procedures: tables were spaced out, reservations suggested, masks required when you weren't at the table, games have none-paper components wiped down and go into quarentine for three days before going back into the shelf. Show less

Boards and Brews has awesome coffee, food, drinks, games. I'm sooo happy we were able to safely visit and support them. We went in at 5 on a Wednesday and the place was practically empty (apart from one other table) until around 7:30. The staff and everything we ordered we're awesome (shout out to K... Read more

Boards and Brews has awesome coffee, food, drinks, games. I'm sooo happy we were able to safely visit and support them. We went in at 5 on a Wednesday and the place was practically empty (apart from one other table) until around 7:30. The staff and everything we ordered we're awesome (shout out to Keating and crew). We were there for four hours playing Azul: Stained Glass of Sintra, 7 Wonders Duel, Clank! In! Space!, and Blokus Duo. There's a huge collection of games that offers something for everyone! For anyone wondering about COVID-19 procedures: tables were spaced out, reservations suggested, masks required when you weren't at the table, games have none-paper components wiped down and go into quarentine for three days before going back into the shelf. Show less

2022: I can't enthuse enough about this place. So much fun, tasty snacks and fun drinks (both alcoholic and not), great staff. The energy is just great, lots of laughs and people just genuinely having a good time. Absolutely recommend. 2024: it's been 2 years, I love this place. Honestly is a favor... Read more

2022: I can't enthuse enough about this place. So much fun, tasty snacks and fun drinks (both alcoholic and not), great staff. The energy is just great, lots of laughs and people just genuinely having a good time. Absolutely recommend. 2024: it's been 2 years, I love this place. Honestly is a favorite haunt for me and my friends, always something new to play or a fun new drink to try. The employees are fantastic. Show less

2022: I can't enthuse enough about this place. So much fun, tasty snacks and fun drinks (both alcoholic and not), great staff. The energy is just great, lots of laughs and people just genuinely having a good time. Absolutely recommend. 2024: it's been 2 years, I love this place. Honestly is a favor... Read more

2022: I can't enthuse enough about this place. So much fun, tasty snacks and fun drinks (both alcoholic and not), great staff. The energy is just great, lots of laughs and people just genuinely having a good time. Absolutely recommend. 2024: it's been 2 years, I love this place. Honestly is a favorite haunt for me and my friends, always something new to play or a fun new drink to try. The employees are fantastic. Show less

Staff was amazing and friendly.Food has taken a major turn downhill. All of the exciting entrees and snacks you can enjoy have been knocked down multiple pegs from their basic requirements of taste. Simple foods such as nachos, brownies and chicken sandwiches are now pathetic and over priced attempt... Read more

Staff was amazing and friendly.Food has taken a major turn downhill. All of the exciting entrees and snacks you can enjoy have been knocked down multiple pegs from their basic requirements of taste. Simple foods such as nachos, brownies and chicken sandwiches are now pathetic and over priced attempts of easy to make satisfying food. Show less

Staff was amazing and friendly.Food has taken a major turn downhill. All of the exciting entrees and snacks you can enjoy have been knocked down multiple pegs from their basic requirements of taste. Simple foods such as nachos, brownies and chicken sandwiches are now pathetic and over priced attempt... Read more

Staff was amazing and friendly.Food has taken a major turn downhill. All of the exciting entrees and snacks you can enjoy have been knocked down multiple pegs from their basic requirements of taste. Simple foods such as nachos, brownies and chicken sandwiches are now pathetic and over priced attempts of easy to make satisfying food. Show less

Visited recently with a friend on my first time. The whole place is wall-to-wall games of all types, all in great condition. The food and drink prices are reasonable for the area, and the staff was helpful but the setup was a little confusing. $5/person for essentially admission, you get a table and... Read more

Visited recently with a friend on my first time. The whole place is wall-to-wall games of all types, all in great condition. The food and drink prices are reasonable for the area, and the staff was helpful but the setup was a little confusing. $5/person for essentially admission, you get a table and can play all the games you want. Relatively small area so you might want to get a reservation during high activity hours. Show less

Visited recently with a friend on my first time. The whole place is wall-to-wall games of all types, all in great condition. The food and drink prices are reasonable for the area, and the staff was helpful but the setup was a little confusing. $5/person for essentially admission, you get a table and... Read more

Visited recently with a friend on my first time. The whole place is wall-to-wall games of all types, all in great condition. The food and drink prices are reasonable for the area, and the staff was helpful but the setup was a little confusing. $5/person for essentially admission, you get a table and can play all the games you want. Relatively small area so you might want to get a reservation during high activity hours. Show less

I wish I had 10 stars to give to this amazing gem in Manchester NH! Absolutely After a very bad day that we had at a disappointing place called “The Golden Tao” we made an excellent choice - thanks to my friend Aishu for suggesting this place! There is an amazing selection of various board games t... Read more

I wish I had 10 stars to give to this amazing gem in Manchester NH! Absolutely After a very bad day that we had at a disappointing place called “The Golden Tao” we made an excellent choice - thanks to my friend Aishu for suggesting this place! There is an amazing selection of various board games that you can play. The staff was super nice and genuinely friendly gave us excellent table. We were six and we picked up two games. We had a blast! I ordered a fairy tale tea with Oat milk and lavender syrup and a strawberry cheese cake. There were so many people playing different games. The vine was just right and we had an amazing bonding time over good games and good food and good music. Do come here! You’re just going to love it for the amazing homey time that this place is going to gift you.. Show less

I wish I had 10 stars to give to this amazing gem in Manchester NH! Absolutely After a very bad day that we had at a disappointing place called “The Golden Tao” we made an excellent choice - thanks to my friend Aishu for suggesting this place! There is an amazing selection of various board games t... Read more

I wish I had 10 stars to give to this amazing gem in Manchester NH! Absolutely After a very bad day that we had at a disappointing place called “The Golden Tao” we made an excellent choice - thanks to my friend Aishu for suggesting this place! There is an amazing selection of various board games that you can play. The staff was super nice and genuinely friendly gave us excellent table. We were six and we picked up two games. We had a blast! I ordered a fairy tale tea with Oat milk and lavender syrup and a strawberry cheese cake. There were so many people playing different games. The vine was just right and we had an amazing bonding time over good games and good food and good music. Do come here! You’re just going to love it for the amazing homey time that this place is going to gift you.. Show less

I really wanted to like this place, I decided to come in since I'm still somewhat new to the area and was looking for a place to come weekly. A staff member came over I took my order for my drink, made it for me and gave it to me. They never came back over for my order for food. I would have ordered... Read more

I really wanted to like this place, I decided to come in since I'm still somewhat new to the area and was looking for a place to come weekly. A staff member came over I took my order for my drink, made it for me and gave it to me. They never came back over for my order for food. I would have ordered food but I waited for a solid 20 minutes and got no one since they were more absorbed into having a conversation with each other rather than checking up on a customer that wasn't playing the games. After that 20 minutes they came over and I paid and then left. I'm going to try again on a Tuesday when they are having the event, but for a first experience can't say I'm impressed. When I come on a Tuesday my review may change. Show less

I really wanted to like this place, I decided to come in since I'm still somewhat new to the area and was looking for a place to come weekly. A staff member came over I took my order for my drink, made it for me and gave it to me. They never came back over for my order for food. I would have ordered... Read more

I really wanted to like this place, I decided to come in since I'm still somewhat new to the area and was looking for a place to come weekly. A staff member came over I took my order for my drink, made it for me and gave it to me. They never came back over for my order for food. I would have ordered food but I waited for a solid 20 minutes and got no one since they were more absorbed into having a conversation with each other rather than checking up on a customer that wasn't playing the games. After that 20 minutes they came over and I paid and then left. I'm going to try again on a Tuesday when they are having the event, but for a first experience can't say I'm impressed. When I come on a Tuesday my review may change. Show less

Tons of games and the place is packed! Decent selection of finger foods and cocktails. Luckily we were able to play games at the bar despite not reserving a table. We initially attempted to learn a new strategy-type game, but the place was just too loud for it to be enjoyable. We ended up playing a... Read more

Tons of games and the place is packed! Decent selection of finger foods and cocktails. Luckily we were able to play games at the bar despite not reserving a table. We initially attempted to learn a new strategy-type game, but the place was just too loud for it to be enjoyable. We ended up playing a few strategy games we were familiar with and then ended the night with some simple family favorites. Overall, highly recommend - you can't beat $5 for three hours of fun and games!!! Show less

Tons of games and the place is packed! Decent selection of finger foods and cocktails. Luckily we were able to play games at the bar despite not reserving a table. We initially attempted to learn a new strategy-type game, but the place was just too loud for it to be enjoyable. We ended up playing a... Read more

Tons of games and the place is packed! Decent selection of finger foods and cocktails. Luckily we were able to play games at the bar despite not reserving a table. We initially attempted to learn a new strategy-type game, but the place was just too loud for it to be enjoyable. We ended up playing a few strategy games we were familiar with and then ended the night with some simple family favorites. Overall, highly recommend - you can't beat $5 for three hours of fun and games!!! Show less

This place was pretty cool in regards to games! They had a large variety of games to choose from and if I am not mistaken it looked like they have a separate room where people can hold D&D sessions, so that’s awesome. The staff were super friendly. I guess the only downside of this place is the food... Read more

This place was pretty cool in regards to games! They had a large variety of games to choose from and if I am not mistaken it looked like they have a separate room where people can hold D&D sessions, so that’s awesome. The staff were super friendly. I guess the only downside of this place is the food. I had pretty high hopes for the food, I think I got the steak nachos and a latte and I was HEAVILY disappointed. So with that being said, come here for the games and atmosphere but definitely not for the food. Show less

This place was pretty cool in regards to games! They had a large variety of games to choose from and if I am not mistaken it looked like they have a separate room where people can hold D&D sessions, so that’s awesome. The staff were super friendly. I guess the only downside of this place is the food... Read more

This place was pretty cool in regards to games! They had a large variety of games to choose from and if I am not mistaken it looked like they have a separate room where people can hold D&D sessions, so that’s awesome. The staff were super friendly. I guess the only downside of this place is the food. I had pretty high hopes for the food, I think I got the steak nachos and a latte and I was HEAVILY disappointed. So with that being said, come here for the games and atmosphere but definitely not for the food. Show less

I really want to love this place, it's amazing that there are so many board games to try out. However, the service here is terrible. The staff had no sense of urgency and were far more worried about socializing with each other than taking care of guests. Drinks took way too long to come out, the ser... Read more

I really want to love this place, it's amazing that there are so many board games to try out. However, the service here is terrible. The staff had no sense of urgency and were far more worried about socializing with each other than taking care of guests. Drinks took way too long to come out, the server never came back after we got our food so we went without napkins and condiments. We were ready to leave well before close but nobody came back to check on us until last call. Even after that point nobody asked if we were ready for the check. Had to go up to the bar to close out. Very poor experience. This makes me think twice about coming back. Show less

I really want to love this place, it's amazing that there are so many board games to try out. However, the service here is terrible. The staff had no sense of urgency and were far more worried about socializing with each other than taking care of guests. Drinks took way too long to come out, the ser... Read more

I really want to love this place, it's amazing that there are so many board games to try out. However, the service here is terrible. The staff had no sense of urgency and were far more worried about socializing with each other than taking care of guests. Drinks took way too long to come out, the server never came back after we got our food so we went without napkins and condiments. We were ready to leave well before close but nobody came back to check on us until last call. Even after that point nobody asked if we were ready for the check. Had to go up to the bar to close out. Very poor experience. This makes me think twice about coming back. Show less

Came here last night for the fifth time and every other time has been amazing except last night. The server did not come back to the table and left us alone for 3+ hours, the food menu has been changed and is so small now, the food wasn't even warm or good (there was no cheese on our nachos??). Alth... Read more

Came here last night for the fifth time and every other time has been amazing except last night. The server did not come back to the table and left us alone for 3+ hours, the food menu has been changed and is so small now, the food wasn't even warm or good (there was no cheese on our nachos??). Although the atmosphere is nice here, the service and menu need to be reviewed. Show less

Came here last night for the fifth time and every other time has been amazing except last night. The server did not come back to the table and left us alone for 3+ hours, the food menu has been changed and is so small now, the food wasn't even warm or good (there was no cheese on our nachos??). Alth... Read more

Came here last night for the fifth time and every other time has been amazing except last night. The server did not come back to the table and left us alone for 3+ hours, the food menu has been changed and is so small now, the food wasn't even warm or good (there was no cheese on our nachos??). Although the atmosphere is nice here, the service and menu need to be reviewed. Show less

This is board game heaven! ✨All the meaty (and $$$) strategy games you’ve been wanting to try* + fun, light party games for a group + cooperative games for #bonding, etc. Best of all, though, the service is incredible. Really friendly and engaged staff with great recs for your next favorite game. 🚀... Read more

This is board game heaven! ✨All the meaty (and $$$) strategy games you’ve been wanting to try* + fun, light party games for a group + cooperative games for #bonding, etc. Best of all, though, the service is incredible. Really friendly and engaged staff with great recs for your next favorite game. 🚀Truly, can’t say enough good things about this board game bar. The best I’ve been to in a long time. We live in Boston but it’s absolutely worth the drive. 🤍 * for the self-identified board game nerds: this is the real deal. We’ve all been to those “board game bars” that only stock decrepit copies of Monopoly and Sorry with half the pieces missing… This place is *not* that. It was a delight looking through the shelves and deciding what to spend the next few hours on… And the price to play ($5/person!) is right. 💸 Show less

This is board game heaven! ✨All the meaty (and $$$) strategy games you’ve been wanting to try* + fun, light party games for a group + cooperative games for #bonding, etc. Best of all, though, the service is incredible. Really friendly and engaged staff with great recs for your next favorite game. 🚀... Read more

This is board game heaven! ✨All the meaty (and $$$) strategy games you’ve been wanting to try* + fun, light party games for a group + cooperative games for #bonding, etc. Best of all, though, the service is incredible. Really friendly and engaged staff with great recs for your next favorite game. 🚀Truly, can’t say enough good things about this board game bar. The best I’ve been to in a long time. We live in Boston but it’s absolutely worth the drive. 🤍 * for the self-identified board game nerds: this is the real deal. We’ve all been to those “board game bars” that only stock decrepit copies of Monopoly and Sorry with half the pieces missing… This place is *not* that. It was a delight looking through the shelves and deciding what to spend the next few hours on… And the price to play ($5/person!) is right. 💸 Show less