Looking to play some games?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top tabletop game outlets in Seattle, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture next time you're in the market to play the classics or new additions.
1. Meeples Games
Topping the list is Meeples Games. Located at 3727 California Ave. SW, Suite 2B, in West Seattle, the hobby shop and cafe is the highest rated tabletop game spot in the city, boasting five stars out of 65 reviews on Yelp.
At Meeples, the staff are experts in board games, collectible card games, role-playing games and miniatures. The space features a large space suitable for about 30 gamers with beer, wine, soda, coffee and espresso available for purchase. Healthy and seasonal snacks, pastries and sandwiches are also on offer.
Stop by to play Magic the Gathering, Dungeons and Dragons or a classic game of chess. Visit the website for a complete list of offerings and other information.
2. Math 'n' Stuff
Northgate's Math 'n' Stuff, located at 8926 Roosevelt Way NE (at 90th Street), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the kid-friendly toy and game store 4.5 stars out of 43 reviews.
This space doubles as a place to game and also offers both fun and educational products. Expect tabletop games like Magic the Gathering, Pokemon, marbles, a variety of puzzles and many LEGO sets. You'll also see flash cards, game rentals, toys and books. Here's the website.
3. The Raygun Lounge
The Raygun Lounge in Broadway is another go-to, with four stars out of 75 Yelp reviews. Head over to 501 E. Pine St. (between Summit and Belmont avenues) to check out the arcade and board game spot.
Gamma Ray Games’ Raygun Lounge touts itself as "a full-service tabletop game lounge featuring large, spacious well-lit tables, a great ambiance and comfortable seating for up to 60 people," per its website. The business hosts regular and special events.
Raygun features theme nights. Stop by on Monday for Board Gayme Night, Tuesday for Dungeons & Dragons Night and Wednesday for Modern Night.
