The Board Room VA
Clarendon's ultimate hangout, blending a vast board game library with craft brews and creative cocktails for a fun, social experience.
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The Board Room VA
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Must-see attractions
Clarendon's ultimate hangout, blending a vast board game library with craft brews and creative cocktails for a fun, social experience.
"The Board Room VA offers a lively atmosphere with an extensive selection of board games and creative cocktails."
Beat the Crowds
Visit during off-peak hours to more easily snag a table and enjoy a relaxed gaming and dining experience.
BYOG (Bring Your Own Game)
While there's a good selection, bringing your favorite game can ensure you always have options.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
American Bar Food
Price
Mid-range
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Board Game Paradise
An extensive library of over 50 board games, from classics to modern favorites, available for free play, making it a unique social hub.
Craft Beer & Cocktails
Savor award-winning craft brews and creative cocktails like Mules Against Humanity and Park Place Paloma, offering something for every taste.
Vibrant & Cozy Atmosphere
Enjoy a lively yet comfortable vibe with distinct lounge areas, couches, and booths, perfect for both casual meetups and longer stays.
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Beat the Crowds
Visit during off-peak hours to more easily snag a table and enjoy a relaxed gaming and dining experience.
BYOG (Bring Your Own Game)
While there's a good selection, bringing your favorite game can ensure you always have options.
Order at the Bar
Be prepared to order food and drinks directly from the bar, as table service is not provided.
Beer Availability
Check which beers are available before ordering, as some selections can be limited or sold out.
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Beat the Crowds
Visit during off-peak hours to more easily snag a table and enjoy a relaxed gaming and dining experience.
BYOG (Bring Your Own Game)
While there's a good selection, bringing your favorite game can ensure you always have options.
Order at the Bar
Be prepared to order food and drinks directly from the bar, as table service is not provided.
Beer Availability
Check which beers are available before ordering, as some selections can be limited or sold out.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
The Board Room VA offers a unique concept with a fantastic vibe and an impressive selection of board games. While many praise the lively atmosphere, diverse drink menu, and friendly bar staff, some patrons have noted inconsistencies in service, occasional issues with missing game pieces, and food that is decent but not outstanding. The lack of table service and occasional restroom lock issues are minor points of improvement.
"Awesome game cafe. The best I've ever been to because the vibe is immaculate. It's like a bar, with a restaurant and lounge. Indoor and outdoor seating. And very spacious.
Also tons of games. Played Uno and Settlers of Catan."
Leonard
"Owner seems unaware of the concept. Bait and switch. Slowly fled and would not return.
Arrived to find a suitable facility to play games with plenty of space and a nice menu. However, experience went downhill from there.
Arrived with a party of six for gaming, found a nice table, fetched cups of water, placed an order at the counter. Having completed that, staff informed our party that the section of the restaurant with gaming tables was now closed, oddly. Remaining aspects of the facility were not suitable for gaming, with low, small coffee tables.
Even though gaming was not possible due to owner's policies and practices, decided that the food order had been placed so stayed long enough to eat instead of arguing for a refund.
Food which was presented was OK. However, multiple requests to complete the salmon aspect of the salmon avocado did not have any good result. Staff appeared to be listening, but then took no action, repeatedly.
Left to play games at home, as gaming not possible at this facility, despite its name. Odd that the owner would advertise this as a gaming place, purchase the suitable furniture, pay the Clarendon rent, then swindle the customers."
Peter NMI
"A good place for drinks and games. You had to order food and drinks at the bar since there was no table service which wasn't too bad as it wasn't busy on a Thursday. There were lots of options for games but it was very unorganized, making it hard to see what all was there. Relatively small selection of food and drinks but everything they had was great! The frozen rose was a real hit!"
Alanna
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, currently there is no additional charge to play the board games. You can enjoy the library freely with your visit.
No, ordering is done at the bar. Be prepared to order your food and drinks there.
The menu features above-average bar food, including popular items like chicken strips and burgers, suitable for pairing with games and drinks.
While reservations aren't explicitly mentioned, arriving during non-peak times is recommended for easier seating, especially for larger parties.
The restaurant is known for its craft beer selection and creative cocktails, such as Mules Against Humanity and Park Place Paloma.
Yes, the menu includes a diverse selection of mocktails, ensuring there are options for everyone.
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Visit The Board Room for dinner and board games with family and friends. This eclectic space is a great way to unwind after a long week or a fantastic way to spend a rainy afternoon. Home to a craft brewery and serving a bistro-style selection of food, you can stop in for a quick game of cards or spend hours over Cards Against Humanity or Monopoly.
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