Shall we play this afternoon?

We always have the best recommendations for sightseeing, dining, visiting trendy bars, cultural events, and recreational activities in Guadalajara, among many other things. This time, we took on the task of finding that plan that many of us love and enjoy with friends or family: the best cafes in the city to play board games.

If you're a fan of board games, you know how fun it is to spend an afternoon with friends, exploring and analyzing strategies, testing your team's luck or your opponent's bad luck, and creating an exciting and enjoyable atmosphere to share.

In our city, we have cafes specifically set up so you can enjoy this dynamic without the excuse of having to decide whose house to host at, or suffering the consequences of cleaning up after the visit.

So, we recommend these places for you to enjoy a plan in true roll-of-the-dice style.

‍          LA CARAVANA.

This game lab is the place every good competitor needs for that afternoon of gaming with friends. You can enjoy their delicious snacks, such as jalapeño bites, wings with sweet and sour sauce, salads, burgers with fries, or mozzarella sticks to satisfy your cravings during your visit, and pair them with a beer to make it the perfect gathering.

If you prefer sweet drinks, they have coffee and concoctions or potions themed to the place. You can't miss their milkshakes, which will fill you with energy to keep playing and thinking about your next game strategies.

Located in La Estancia, on Beethoven #5162, we recommend making a reservation in advance during the week to secure your table. You can enjoy their more than 100 games available in the shop, with no minimum consumption required or extra fees for table rentals.

           EL TABLERO.

This little spot in the city is ideal for a game shared with friends or for meeting new people who share your same interests. If you want to spend an afternoon full of laughter, strategies, friends, beer, and delicious food, El Tablero is everything you were looking for.

You can enjoy their wings combined with mozzarella sticks, pizza boards with fries that look great, boneless wings with BBQ sauce served with french fries, and, to top it all off, the delicious marshmallow milkshake that will blow your mind.

This game lab is located very close to Av. Guadalupe, on the street Organización #811 – C. Check out their social media to learn more about their game dynamics. Please note that they are closed on Tuesdays and Sundays.

         LA MADRIGUERA.

Last but not least, we present a local favorite, famous for being one of the best board game spots in Guadalajara. With over 2,800 games, you’ll never get tired of visiting and exploring everything they have to offer.

It’s a space where you can spend hours playing in an atmosphere of deep focus, yet full of fun at every table. Their staff is always available and ready to help if you need any extra explanation on the rules of a game.

It’s the perfect place to spend an afternoon with friends or family, reminiscing about the board games from your childhood. It’s never too late for a rematch! Plus, you can enjoy their delicious snacks, like a burger with fries or their pink milkshake topped with a cupcake.

It is located in the Chapalita neighborhood, on Av. Tepeyac #947, just a few minutes from Casa Ixaya. If you’re staying with us, this makes for an excellent plan for a relaxed afternoon during your visit to the city. Don’t forget to book in advance—you won’t regret having so much fun!

 Get ready to discover your new favorite gaming table with these recommendations. Have you visited any of them?

Tell us which others you would add to the list.

See you soon!