The Hexagon Board Game Cafe

Stopped by with some friends and it was a good time. My one gripe is that I was wanting a soda, and all they had was the fancy expensive kind out of a bottle, maybe it's so there is less Chance of spilling but still I would love a fountain pop, aside from that there is a great selection of games, we... Read more

Stopped by with some friends and it was a good time. My one gripe is that I was wanting a soda, and all they had was the fancy expensive kind out of a bottle, maybe it's so there is less Chance of spilling but still I would love a fountain pop, aside from that there is a great selection of games, we played Catan. Maybe I missed it but a recommendation of which games to play based on time/difficulty/learning curve would be nice, we did not have time to learn a new game so we had to go with something everyone knows. Show less

Stopped by with some friends and it was a good time. My one gripe is that I was wanting a soda, and all they had was the fancy expensive kind out of a bottle, maybe it's so there is less Chance of spilling but still I would love a fountain pop, aside from that there is a great selection of games, we... Read more

Stopped by with some friends and it was a good time. My one gripe is that I was wanting a soda, and all they had was the fancy expensive kind out of a bottle, maybe it's so there is less Chance of spilling but still I would love a fountain pop, aside from that there is a great selection of games, we played Catan. Maybe I missed it but a recommendation of which games to play based on time/difficulty/learning curve would be nice, we did not have time to learn a new game so we had to go with something everyone knows. Show less

They have a great selection of board games! The food was good, but $20 for a plate of nachos was a bit too expensive. It is also expensive to stay and play games since they charge per person, not per group/table, so the price was not worth staying longer than 2 hours. We were there on a busy evening... Read more

They have a great selection of board games! The food was good, but $20 for a plate of nachos was a bit too expensive. It is also expensive to stay and play games since they charge per person, not per group/table, so the price was not worth staying longer than 2 hours. We were there on a busy evening, but we never had our food orders taken at our table (had to go find someone) and weren’t offered water until we were about to leave (they were busy and only a few servers). Overall nice to try games, but too pricey to go back. Show less

They have a great selection of board games! The food was good, but $20 for a plate of nachos was a bit too expensive. It is also expensive to stay and play games since they charge per person, not per group/table, so the price was not worth staying longer than 2 hours. We were there on a busy evening... Read more

They have a great selection of board games! The food was good, but $20 for a plate of nachos was a bit too expensive. It is also expensive to stay and play games since they charge per person, not per group/table, so the price was not worth staying longer than 2 hours. We were there on a busy evening, but we never had our food orders taken at our table (had to go find someone) and weren’t offered water until we were about to leave (they were busy and only a few servers). Overall nice to try games, but too pricey to go back. Show less

Super friendly and knowledgeable staff that can guide you through their wide selection of games! We found the perfect one for a party of 2 - onitama, a chess based fast paced game with a twist. Simple to learn and quickly had 3 rounds in an hour. Lots of fun in a well lit, warm atmosphere and I'm no... Read more

Super friendly and knowledgeable staff that can guide you through their wide selection of games! We found the perfect one for a party of 2 - onitama, a chess based fast paced game with a twist. Simple to learn and quickly had 3 rounds in an hour. Lots of fun in a well lit, warm atmosphere and I'm not just saying that because i won 😄 Minimum 1 drink or food per person (pretty avg quality) plus 4 bucks per hr of play. Show less

Super friendly and knowledgeable staff that can guide you through their wide selection of games! We found the perfect one for a party of 2 - onitama, a chess based fast paced game with a twist. Simple to learn and quickly had 3 rounds in an hour. Lots of fun in a well lit, warm atmosphere and I'm no... Read more

Super friendly and knowledgeable staff that can guide you through their wide selection of games! We found the perfect one for a party of 2 - onitama, a chess based fast paced game with a twist. Simple to learn and quickly had 3 rounds in an hour. Lots of fun in a well lit, warm atmosphere and I'm not just saying that because i won 😄 Minimum 1 drink or food per person (pretty avg quality) plus 4 bucks per hr of play. Show less

Spent a good couple hours here with a friend I hadn't seen in a couple years. We had drinks and some dessert. They have a huge selection of games and we ended up playing through four different games. It is a great inclusive place with separated all-gender bathrooms. Staff was super friendly and chec... Read more

Spent a good couple hours here with a friend I hadn't seen in a couple years. We had drinks and some dessert. They have a huge selection of games and we ended up playing through four different games. It is a great inclusive place with separated all-gender bathrooms. Staff was super friendly and checked in a few times to see how we were doing. Show less

Spent a good couple hours here with a friend I hadn't seen in a couple years. We had drinks and some dessert. They have a huge selection of games and we ended up playing through four different games. It is a great inclusive place with separated all-gender bathrooms. Staff was super friendly and chec... Read more

Spent a good couple hours here with a friend I hadn't seen in a couple years. We had drinks and some dessert. They have a huge selection of games and we ended up playing through four different games. It is a great inclusive place with separated all-gender bathrooms. Staff was super friendly and checked in a few times to see how we were doing. Show less

We had sooo much fun visiting this little gem of a place! We honestly felt like we were among good friends, everyone completely engrossed in their chosen games and having fun. Our server person was a barrel of happy energy, and a wealth of info / assistance in choosing some games for hubby and I t... Read more

We had sooo much fun visiting this little gem of a place! We honestly felt like we were among good friends, everyone completely engrossed in their chosen games and having fun. Our server person was a barrel of happy energy, and a wealth of info / assistance in choosing some games for hubby and I to start with. (I can't remember her name - but she was working afternoon of Dec 23rd!) I cannot wait until our next adventure there!! Show less

We had sooo much fun visiting this little gem of a place! We honestly felt like we were among good friends, everyone completely engrossed in their chosen games and having fun. Our server person was a barrel of happy energy, and a wealth of info / assistance in choosing some games for hubby and I t... Read more

We had sooo much fun visiting this little gem of a place! We honestly felt like we were among good friends, everyone completely engrossed in their chosen games and having fun. Our server person was a barrel of happy energy, and a wealth of info / assistance in choosing some games for hubby and I to start with. (I can't remember her name - but she was working afternoon of Dec 23rd!) I cannot wait until our next adventure there!! Show less

I’m giving 5 stars across the board as the shipping was excellent. Ordered on a Friday, saw where it was located after the fact (my own stupidity lol) and thought oh well it’ll be here next week or the week after. They shipped this so fast! Alberta to Ontario I’m so used to taking longer. Not to men... Read more

I’m giving 5 stars across the board as the shipping was excellent. Ordered on a Friday, saw where it was located after the fact (my own stupidity lol) and thought oh well it’ll be here next week or the week after. They shipped this so fast! Alberta to Ontario I’m so used to taking longer. Not to mention how safely this arrived. Also some of the more fair pricing I’ve seen for this version of Strahd I was hunting. My only gripe is not being able to visit in person! Show less

I’m giving 5 stars across the board as the shipping was excellent. Ordered on a Friday, saw where it was located after the fact (my own stupidity lol) and thought oh well it’ll be here next week or the week after. They shipped this so fast! Alberta to Ontario I’m so used to taking longer. Not to men... Read more

I’m giving 5 stars across the board as the shipping was excellent. Ordered on a Friday, saw where it was located after the fact (my own stupidity lol) and thought oh well it’ll be here next week or the week after. They shipped this so fast! Alberta to Ontario I’m so used to taking longer. Not to mention how safely this arrived. Also some of the more fair pricing I’ve seen for this version of Strahd I was hunting. My only gripe is not being able to visit in person! Show less

I love this place!! We didnt try any menu items, but there is a vast selection of board games and the staff are super kind. The staff explained and chose games for us to try. Interior is spacious and comfortable with booths and wide tables. Each hour is $4. In two hours, we tried Santorini, Quar... Read more

I love this place!! We didnt try any menu items, but there is a vast selection of board games and the staff are super kind. The staff explained and chose games for us to try. Interior is spacious and comfortable with booths and wide tables. Each hour is $4. In two hours, we tried Santorini, Quarto, and Love Letter (all are two player games and super fun) Would recommend for groups or dates! Show less

I love this place!! We didnt try any menu items, but there is a vast selection of board games and the staff are super kind. The staff explained and chose games for us to try. Interior is spacious and comfortable with booths and wide tables. Each hour is $4. In two hours, we tried Santorini, Quar... Read more

I love this place!! We didnt try any menu items, but there is a vast selection of board games and the staff are super kind. The staff explained and chose games for us to try. Interior is spacious and comfortable with booths and wide tables. Each hour is $4. In two hours, we tried Santorini, Quarto, and Love Letter (all are two player games and super fun) Would recommend for groups or dates! Show less

Fun place to pass some time! When it's not too busy the staff share board game recommendations and teach us how to play some of the top games of the year. It's always fun trying new board games but the hardest part is learning it so it helps that the staff can teach them! We learned how to play Casc... Read more

Fun place to pass some time! When it's not too busy the staff share board game recommendations and teach us how to play some of the top games of the year. It's always fun trying new board games but the hardest part is learning it so it helps that the staff can teach them! We learned how to play Cascadia this visit and it was so fun one of my friends bought it right after. It's $4/hr (I think they must've increased it recently) per person + each person has to buy a drink. Being able to sip on a cozy hot beverage at the same time is a nice bonus. The matcha latte was pretty average but satisfies the matcha crave. Show less

Fun place to pass some time! When it's not too busy the staff share board game recommendations and teach us how to play some of the top games of the year. It's always fun trying new board games but the hardest part is learning it so it helps that the staff can teach them! We learned how to play Casc... Read more

Fun place to pass some time! When it's not too busy the staff share board game recommendations and teach us how to play some of the top games of the year. It's always fun trying new board games but the hardest part is learning it so it helps that the staff can teach them! We learned how to play Cascadia this visit and it was so fun one of my friends bought it right after. It's $4/hr (I think they must've increased it recently) per person + each person has to buy a drink. Being able to sip on a cozy hot beverage at the same time is a nice bonus. The matcha latte was pretty average but satisfies the matcha crave. Show less

Massive thank you to the staff at Hexagon for making our engagement so special! This cozy cafe has always been dear to us because it’s where we had our first date. Everyone went above and beyond to make sure my partner’s plan was executed perfectly and they made us feel so looked after the whole aft... Read more

Massive thank you to the staff at Hexagon for making our engagement so special! This cozy cafe has always been dear to us because it’s where we had our first date. Everyone went above and beyond to make sure my partner’s plan was executed perfectly and they made us feel so looked after the whole afternoon. The coffee, snacks, ambiance and service here are all top notch, couldn’t be more grateful! Show less

Massive thank you to the staff at Hexagon for making our engagement so special! This cozy cafe has always been dear to us because it’s where we had our first date. Everyone went above and beyond to make sure my partner’s plan was executed perfectly and they made us feel so looked after the whole aft... Read more

Massive thank you to the staff at Hexagon for making our engagement so special! This cozy cafe has always been dear to us because it’s where we had our first date. Everyone went above and beyond to make sure my partner’s plan was executed perfectly and they made us feel so looked after the whole afternoon. The coffee, snacks, ambiance and service here are all top notch, couldn’t be more grateful! Show less

You know when you find the perfect blend of ambience, activity, and soul-satisfying desserts and you just don't want to leave? That's how I felt at this cafe. I may as well have become a boardgame myself, especially if it meant I could stay there forever (exaggeration to be excused). All in all, it... Read more

You know when you find the perfect blend of ambience, activity, and soul-satisfying desserts and you just don't want to leave? That's how I felt at this cafe. I may as well have become a boardgame myself, especially if it meant I could stay there forever (exaggeration to be excused). All in all, it was a great experience with just the right kind of energy! Show less

You know when you find the perfect blend of ambience, activity, and soul-satisfying desserts and you just don't want to leave? That's how I felt at this cafe. I may as well have become a boardgame myself, especially if it meant I could stay there forever (exaggeration to be excused). All in all, it... Read more

You know when you find the perfect blend of ambience, activity, and soul-satisfying desserts and you just don't want to leave? That's how I felt at this cafe. I may as well have become a boardgame myself, especially if it meant I could stay there forever (exaggeration to be excused). All in all, it was a great experience with just the right kind of energy! Show less

I like this place. I have never stayed to play games, but have been in twice for a hot drink and to check out the board games for purchase. This last time I was in with my son and husband, we were looking for some family games. The 2 guys working there this past Saturday were very helpful and had qu... Read more

I like this place. I have never stayed to play games, but have been in twice for a hot drink and to check out the board games for purchase. This last time I was in with my son and husband, we were looking for some family games. The 2 guys working there this past Saturday were very helpful and had quite a few suggestions. We bought 2 of the games they suggested and a hot chocolate. We've already played both games and found them to be quite fun! Show less

I like this place. I have never stayed to play games, but have been in twice for a hot drink and to check out the board games for purchase. This last time I was in with my son and husband, we were looking for some family games. The 2 guys working there this past Saturday were very helpful and had qu... Read more

I like this place. I have never stayed to play games, but have been in twice for a hot drink and to check out the board games for purchase. This last time I was in with my son and husband, we were looking for some family games. The 2 guys working there this past Saturday were very helpful and had quite a few suggestions. We bought 2 of the games they suggested and a hot chocolate. We've already played both games and found them to be quite fun! Show less

I recently had the chance to participate in a Rift Bound tournament at Hexagon Café in Edmonton, Alberta. As a fan of this TCG, I was excited to join their “Skirmish” event, which promised high-level competition among skilled players. The entry fee was $15, which isn’t unusual for such tournaments, ... Read more

I recently had the chance to participate in a Rift Bound tournament at Hexagon Café in Edmonton, Alberta. As a fan of this TCG, I was excited to join their “Skirmish” event, which promised high-level competition among skilled players. The entry fee was $15, which isn’t unusual for such tournaments, but unlike other venues I’ve visited, Hexagon Café offered no basic incentives like a participation pack to make it feel worthwhile. This lack of entry-level rewards immediately set a disappointing tone, hinting at deeper issues with how the event was handled and making me question if the experience would justify the cost and time. The tournament itself took place in the cafeteria area, which seemed appropriate at first glance since we’re dealing with tabletop games. However, while the space is part of their setup, the cards we use are our personal stuff, and playing on their tables raised some concerns. The surfaces weren’t always clean or protected, leading to potential contamination or damage to valuable cards. Something that’s a big deal in the trading card community. It felt like the café prioritized their casual tabletop vibe over creating a dedicated clean environment for serious gameplay, which could have been easily addressed with simple measures like table covers or designated play zones. Organizationally, the event was a mess from start to finish. Rounds dragged on unnecessarily due to poor scheduling and disorganization, with a lot of time wasted on non-game-related tasks like mismatched pairings or delays before the rounds. Players often found themselves just sitting around between matches, which killed the momentum and made the whole evening feel inefficient. For a tournament billed as competitive, this lack of structure turned what should have been an engaging experience into a frustrating slog. Prizes were another major letdown, contributing to why so many participants dropped out midway. There was zero incentive for anyone outside the top performers—no extra winning pack rewards, no store credit, and not even a single pack for making it to the top eight. Sure, winners got a promo card and a play-mat, but after investing four and a half hours, that felt insultingly minimal. In conclusion, it’s clear Hexagon Café wasn’t skimping on prizes due to stock issues—they were actively selling Rift Bound packs right there in the shop, but chose not to offer any as participation incentives. This greedy approach not only repels new players who might be dipping their toes into the game but also prevents people like me who’ve attended the first event from coming back. Compounding the problem, their packs were priced at a whopping 250% over MSRP ($21.00), making the whole operation feel exploitative. I wouldn’t recommend this café for Rift Bound tournaments; paying $15 just to show up doesn’t feel justified at all. I’d rate my experience a dismal 1 out of 5—the only saving grace was the friendly and welcoming players who made the downtime somewhat bearable. Show less

I recently had the chance to participate in a Rift Bound tournament at Hexagon Café in Edmonton, Alberta. As a fan of this TCG, I was excited to join their “Skirmish” event, which promised high-level competition among skilled players. The entry fee was $15, which isn’t unusual for such tournaments, ... Read more

I recently had the chance to participate in a Rift Bound tournament at Hexagon Café in Edmonton, Alberta. As a fan of this TCG, I was excited to join their “Skirmish” event, which promised high-level competition among skilled players. The entry fee was $15, which isn’t unusual for such tournaments, but unlike other venues I’ve visited, Hexagon Café offered no basic incentives like a participation pack to make it feel worthwhile. This lack of entry-level rewards immediately set a disappointing tone, hinting at deeper issues with how the event was handled and making me question if the experience would justify the cost and time. The tournament itself took place in the cafeteria area, which seemed appropriate at first glance since we’re dealing with tabletop games. However, while the space is part of their setup, the cards we use are our personal stuff, and playing on their tables raised some concerns. The surfaces weren’t always clean or protected, leading to potential contamination or damage to valuable cards. Something that’s a big deal in the trading card community. It felt like the café prioritized their casual tabletop vibe over creating a dedicated clean environment for serious gameplay, which could have been easily addressed with simple measures like table covers or designated play zones. Organizationally, the event was a mess from start to finish. Rounds dragged on unnecessarily due to poor scheduling and disorganization, with a lot of time wasted on non-game-related tasks like mismatched pairings or delays before the rounds. Players often found themselves just sitting around between matches, which killed the momentum and made the whole evening feel inefficient. For a tournament billed as competitive, this lack of structure turned what should have been an engaging experience into a frustrating slog. Prizes were another major letdown, contributing to why so many participants dropped out midway. There was zero incentive for anyone outside the top performers—no extra winning pack rewards, no store credit, and not even a single pack for making it to the top eight. Sure, winners got a promo card and a play-mat, but after investing four and a half hours, that felt insultingly minimal. In conclusion, it’s clear Hexagon Café wasn’t skimping on prizes due to stock issues—they were actively selling Rift Bound packs right there in the shop, but chose not to offer any as participation incentives. This greedy approach not only repels new players who might be dipping their toes into the game but also prevents people like me who’ve attended the first event from coming back. Compounding the problem, their packs were priced at a whopping 250% over MSRP ($21.00), making the whole operation feel exploitative. I wouldn’t recommend this café for Rift Bound tournaments; paying $15 just to show up doesn’t feel justified at all. I’d rate my experience a dismal 1 out of 5—the only saving grace was the friendly and welcoming players who made the downtime somewhat bearable. Show less

An extremely fun experience. All the staff are extremely kind and knowledgeable of so many games. I love the aspect of having both a coffee shop while playing games with friends. The latte was really tasty and large, and there are tons of games to play. 100% would recommend to come here with friends... Read more

An extremely fun experience. All the staff are extremely kind and knowledgeable of so many games. I love the aspect of having both a coffee shop while playing games with friends. The latte was really tasty and large, and there are tons of games to play. 100% would recommend to come here with friends or a family gathering! Show less

An extremely fun experience. All the staff are extremely kind and knowledgeable of so many games. I love the aspect of having both a coffee shop while playing games with friends. The latte was really tasty and large, and there are tons of games to play. 100% would recommend to come here with friends... Read more

An extremely fun experience. All the staff are extremely kind and knowledgeable of so many games. I love the aspect of having both a coffee shop while playing games with friends. The latte was really tasty and large, and there are tons of games to play. 100% would recommend to come here with friends or a family gathering! Show less

Finally! A boardgames cafe done right that has a collection to keep even the boardgame freaks amongst us happy ❤ Insane collection of boardgames ✅ Friendly and passionate staff who not only recommend games but take the time to set up and explain how to play ✅ Great simple foods and drinks ✅ A fe... Read more

Finally! A boardgames cafe done right that has a collection to keep even the boardgame freaks amongst us happy ❤ Insane collection of boardgames ✅ Friendly and passionate staff who not only recommend games but take the time to set up and explain how to play ✅ Great simple foods and drinks ✅ A feeling of being cozy in a small group playing board games but also the chance to meet new people in a bar like atmosphere ✅ Shame i couldnt give it more stars to be honest... Show less

Finally! A boardgames cafe done right that has a collection to keep even the boardgame freaks amongst us happy ❤ Insane collection of boardgames ✅ Friendly and passionate staff who not only recommend games but take the time to set up and explain how to play ✅ Great simple foods and drinks ✅ A fe... Read more

Finally! A boardgames cafe done right that has a collection to keep even the boardgame freaks amongst us happy ❤ Insane collection of boardgames ✅ Friendly and passionate staff who not only recommend games but take the time to set up and explain how to play ✅ Great simple foods and drinks ✅ A feeling of being cozy in a small group playing board games but also the chance to meet new people in a bar like atmosphere ✅ Shame i couldnt give it more stars to be honest... Show less

Ordered a boardgame for our collection and the first one got damaged in transit but the Hexagon Boardgame Cafe jumped to swap it out for me and make it right! The replacement not only came in perfect shape but they also reassured me by sending photos of the packaging and out this little note inside... Read more

Ordered a boardgame for our collection and the first one got damaged in transit but the Hexagon Boardgame Cafe jumped to swap it out for me and make it right! The replacement not only came in perfect shape but they also reassured me by sending photos of the packaging and out this little note inside the package. Really recommend - don’t hesitate to order from them!! Show less

Ordered a boardgame for our collection and the first one got damaged in transit but the Hexagon Boardgame Cafe jumped to swap it out for me and make it right! The replacement not only came in perfect shape but they also reassured me by sending photos of the packaging and out this little note inside... Read more

Ordered a boardgame for our collection and the first one got damaged in transit but the Hexagon Boardgame Cafe jumped to swap it out for me and make it right! The replacement not only came in perfect shape but they also reassured me by sending photos of the packaging and out this little note inside the package. Really recommend - don’t hesitate to order from them!! Show less

Had a great time here! We played Dutch Blitz, Catan, and Exploding Kittens — they’ve got a wide range of games to choose from. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and even took the time to explain the rules when we needed. One drink per person is mandatory, but that’s fair considering how af... Read more

Had a great time here! We played Dutch Blitz, Catan, and Exploding Kittens — they’ve got a wide range of games to choose from. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and even took the time to explain the rules when we needed. One drink per person is mandatory, but that’s fair considering how affordable the hourly game rates are. The atmosphere is awesome — well-lit, cozy, and welcoming. Good coffee, good service, and a perfect place to hang out with friends for a few hours. Show less

Had a great time here! We played Dutch Blitz, Catan, and Exploding Kittens — they’ve got a wide range of games to choose from. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and even took the time to explain the rules when we needed. One drink per person is mandatory, but that’s fair considering how af... Read more

Had a great time here! We played Dutch Blitz, Catan, and Exploding Kittens — they’ve got a wide range of games to choose from. The staff were super friendly and helpful, and even took the time to explain the rules when we needed. One drink per person is mandatory, but that’s fair considering how affordable the hourly game rates are. The atmosphere is awesome — well-lit, cozy, and welcoming. Good coffee, good service, and a perfect place to hang out with friends for a few hours. Show less