We are a licensed, full service restaurant and coffee house that provides patrons the opportunity to play our library of over 1500 board games. You can give us a call at (204) 691-3422, or send us an email through our online contact form. We offer board game related teambuilding and group packages as well as a stunning space for large events of any kind.
You are able to reserve a table for up to 3 hours. During slower times (usually weekdays) you might be able to stay longer if your table is not needed for other customers. Please check with your server first. During the evening and weekend service we have 'Game Experts' who are happy to come to your table to teach you a game or make recommendations.
You are able to reserve a table for up to 3 hours. During slower times (usually weekdays) you might be able to stay longer if your table is not needed for other customers. Please check with your server first. During the evening and weekend service we have 'Game Experts' who are happy to come to your table to teach you a game or make recommendations.
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Reviews (19)
Matt Phillips
Jan 03, 2022
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Went recently with some friends and I have to say this place is awesome. We aren't avid board gamers or anything BUT still had a blast. I usually go here and play a couple games before purchasing at home.
Great atmosphere, friendly staff - one of the great places in Winnipeg to hang out in the winter.
Great atmosphere, friendly staff - one of the great places in Winnipeg to hang out in the winter.
Racquel Klassen
Dec 31, 2021
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Kristine Cavey
Dec 23, 2021
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William Cavey
Dec 14, 2021
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Wayne Falk
Nov 26, 2021
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This was my second time going and we specifically went to play games because the last time was so much fun. The game expert was able to recommend games that we enjoyed and give us a quick rundown on how to play. This time around we didn't have the same rundown but still fun. Just hard to pick up a game and learn to play it on the fly.
Steven Terrick
Nov 24, 2021
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I work here, so it's biased. The food is way better than a Cafe should be. Fun atmosphere and inspired food. Coffee, drinks, boardgames... you owe it to yourself to come buy and play a board game and try one of the tastiest chicken club sandwiches out there. There are vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options so no one has to starve! Honestly love working here, and the food is pretty damn good.
Eduard Alcazar
Nov 17, 2021
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Tawana Johnson
Oct 30, 2021
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To be honest tonight was my first time visiting and I had a great experience other than being neglected by the game master, Charles. My friend who had previously visited twice, told me she’s never had poor service from the game masters. I was very disappointed because Charles introduced himself to my group as our game master, yet avoided my table the entire evening. If it wasn’t for my server and his efforts to save the experience, I would’ve rated this place a 1 star.
Apart from the service, this is a good spot to socialize with friends. Food is a little pricey for its quality but is served
Apart from the service, this is a good spot to socialize with friends. Food is a little pricey for its quality but is served
Nadya S.
Oct 22, 2021
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Susan Wakeman
Sep 17, 2021
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Roseanne Venables Johnson
Feb 23, 2020
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The new building is more spacious, allowing for more privacy in playing the games, but still feel part of the wonderful group playing various games. Love the friendly service and welcoming atmosphere. The… food variety/selection was perfect for our group. Tasty. A unique selection of drinks. Difficult choosing. They all looked fantastic. Trivia night was a blast. An evening of no pressure fun. Thank you #AcrossTheBoardCafe
Cheryl Brisson
Jul 27, 2019
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Ivan M.
Dec 15, 2018
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My family and I went here for the first time last night, we had a great time and the atmosphere was fantastic. The staff knew all the games, our waitress was friendly and prompt, the food was great and very affordable. If you enjoy laughing and talking while eating your dinner this is the place. We will go back for sure!!!!
Simon T.
Aug 02, 2018
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Popped in for a quick drink and quick board game while we waited for our next appointment. Loads of board games to choose from, well organized by category and name and they even had an ipad you could use to search for the games and location.
Menu was short, standard with coffees, alcohol and smoothies.
We were informed our quick game would cost us $6 / person, so we declined. Seemed a bit steep to pay $24 for 45 mins of game playing. Instead we just had a drink and left, my chai latte was weak and not very interesting. An option to pay by time would be nice, as it stands now, there is nothing
Menu was short, standard with coffees, alcohol and smoothies.
We were informed our quick game would cost us $6 / person, so we declined. Seemed a bit steep to pay $24 for 45 mins of game playing. Instead we just had a drink and left, my chai latte was weak and not very interesting. An option to pay by time would be nice, as it stands now, there is nothing
Greg C.
Nov 18, 2017
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This is a really nice venue. Unfortunately, it's too loud for board games. There's a big selection of games to choose from, unfortunately the popular games are in poor condition. Serious collectors put their cards in plastic sleeves; Across the Board should probably do the same thing considering the amount of use they're subject to. I really enjoyed seeing a lot of the old games from the 1980s. The food was beautifully presented, but I didn't try it myself. I really want to like this place, but I can't shake the feeling that playing games at home would be more comfortable
Beth P.
May 28, 2016
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I have been here about 15 times , only got a table about 8 . It's just that kind of a place , so make a reservation if you want to get in after 6. I started coming here when they first openned ;there was no 3 hour limit but I wondered how they were going to balance making a living and satisfying the average 12 hour Risk fanatics. Looks like making a living won out so be prepared to be given notice more than a few times by your server. (They can't exactly go cold turkey on a gamer ! ) As for the food the Asian rice wraps have been on the menu from the start and have been consistently
Stefanie T.
Apr 12, 2015
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My husband and I saw this place featured on One Dish Winnipeg and were stoked to check it out. We arrived and discovered every table had been reserved for the entire evening, so we squatted at a table for about an hour before the reso began.
We ordered the charcuterie featured in the ODW video, and it was ok; more meat than cheese and not enough crackers.
The selection of games is quite impressive and the atmosphere is open and fresh.
While we had a nice time, there were two things that irked us. First, despite spending $50 in food and drink, we were still expected to pay an additional $5
We ordered the charcuterie featured in the ODW video, and it was ok; more meat than cheese and not enough crackers.
The selection of games is quite impressive and the atmosphere is open and fresh.
While we had a nice time, there were two things that irked us. First, despite spending $50 in food and drink, we were still expected to pay an additional $5
Adam T.
Feb 05, 2015
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So the girlfriend and I came here the other day.
I want to like and support this place. The atmosphere is nice, the tables perfect for games, and the selection of games is out of this world. Everything from Scrabble to Settlers of Catan to weird and rare and challenging strategy games. You could go a hundred times and not repeat yourself.
My only disappointment came when we were slapped with a five dollar gaming fee even after spending more than 40 dollars in food and drink between two of us. The food wasn't super spectacular and neither was the coffee. It's not a place I would go out
I want to like and support this place. The atmosphere is nice, the tables perfect for games, and the selection of games is out of this world. Everything from Scrabble to Settlers of Catan to weird and rare and challenging strategy games. You could go a hundred times and not repeat yourself.
My only disappointment came when we were slapped with a five dollar gaming fee even after spending more than 40 dollars in food and drink between two of us. The food wasn't super spectacular and neither was the coffee. It's not a place I would go out
John R.
Jun 30, 2014
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