Late-night board game cafes in Singapore
Board game nights are a hot pick as a wholesome group activity, and once that competitive spirit kicks in, we can easily play till the rooster crows. For the owls who love to rack their noggins at night, here are late-night board game cafes in Singapore for nocturnal hangouts. They’re located from the CBD to the heartlands, so you can get plenty chatty and order refreshments to fuel your winning streak.
Table of Contents
- Late-night board game cafes in Singapore
- Do I need to make a reservation at these board game cafes?
- What kind of games are available?
- How much does it cost to play at a board game cafe?
- Do these board gaming cafes offer food and drinks?
- What are the best board game cafes in Singapore?
- 1. The Mind Cafe
- 2. Play Nation HQ
- 3. King and the Pawn
- 4. Kommune by 82SOHO
- 5. ME Cafe & Games – Tanjong Pagar
- 6. ME Cafe & Games – Orchard
- 6. BG Monsters Cafe
- 7. Games @ PI
- 8. Game Over Gaming & Cafe
- 9. Fuzzies
- Bonus: SAFRA
- Board game cafes in Singapore that open till late
Do I need to make a reservation at these board game cafes?
While most board game cafes in Singapore allow walk-ins, we’d recommend that you reserve a spot in advance on weekends to avoid a wasted trip. As for the games themselves, they operate on a first-come, first-served basis. Fortunately, most of these cafes have a very wide selection of board games, ranging from 60 to 600, so it’s very unlikely that you’ll find yourself out of options.
What kind of games are available?
Most places would typically offer classics like Jenga, Monopoly, and Clue amongst other popular party card games such as Exploding Kittens and UNO. However, some of these board game cafes even offer extras like console or arcade games.
How much does it cost to play at a board game cafe?
For pricing, it usually depends on whether you’ve booked a peak-hour or non-peak hour slot, but average prices start from $6.90/pax per hour.
Do these board gaming cafes offer food and drinks?
Most of these cafes do sell their own food and drinks, but since their focus is more on the games, you’ll mostly find simple bites like finger food or free-flow drinks and snacks. Don’t expect an atas cafe or restaurant menu – it’s more game night fuel than gourmet cafe fare.
What are the best board game cafes in Singapore?
From places with free-flow snacks and drinks to mahjong gaming rooms, we’ve compiled a list of the best board game cafes in Singapore for your next hangout sesh.
1. The Mind Cafe
Free-flow snack & drink packages
Image credit: @themindcafe_sg via Instagram
The Mind Cafe is a veteran of hosting game nights and supplementing nosh on the streets of Dhoby Ghaut. Right opposite SOTA, they’ve got 2 outlets about 100m apart, so there’s space for everyone to play; the Mega Store outlet is open till 6am on Fridays, Saturdays, and eves of public holidays too.
If you’re unsure where to start, the ever-so-helpful Game Facilitators can recommend some based on your preferences.
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Student prices start from $12.90/pax from Monday to Friday, inclusive of free-flow drinks and snacks and $18.90/pax for unlimited gaming from 6pm-10pm for non-students. For those seeking something more substantial, get the Meal & Gaming Package (from $19.90/pax) that comes with a main course on top of the free-flow snacks and drinks.
Reserve a spot at The Mind Cafe.
The Mind Cafe review: “Had a great time here with the dinner package. Free flow snacks, drinks, and also a dinner option which was pretty good for a board game cafe, though dessert was so-so. The staff were really nice and taught us how to play the game.”
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2. Play Nation HQ
Best board game cafe in Singapore for students
There’s a wide variety of console games, such as FIFA and Super Mario Party.
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Another old-timer in the gaming cafe business is Playnation, an establishment near Dhoby Ghaut that is seriously well-stocked. With over 500 board games and console titles, there is no chance for dull moments to creep in.
Students are welcome to flex their concession cards to score a special deal from $13.90 for unlimited game time between 12pm to 6pm on weekdays, complete with free-flow drinks and snacks.
Play Nation’s very own board game, Dream Catchers.
Image credit: @dreamcatchersgame via Instagram
The cafe is also a stockist for a collection of locally designed games, including their very own board game creation, Dream Catchers, a strategic card game for 2 to 4 players. If any of the games especially excite your inner whizz, you can purchase them from the cafe or their website.
If you’re feeling peckish, Play Nation has got you covered with a Lunch Special package from $22.90 for unlimited play time from 12pm to 6pm on weekends, and a food of your choice. Their menu includes filling dishes like Salmon Teriyaki Rice Bowl ($15.90) and Carbonara with Grilled Chicken in Truffle Oil ($11.90).
Reserve a spot at Playnation Cafe.
Playnation Cafe review: “Great place to chill and hangout with friends and family. Good selection of games there from shooting to classics like mario kart. The food was pretty decent too, although the grilled halibut was nicer compared to the pasta.”
3. King and the Pawn
Kids aged 7 & under can play for free
Image adapted from: King and the Pawn
King and the Pawn is a board game cafe in Singapore that has something for all ages. Board game rates are $10/pax. Take the fam out for a friendly board game outing, and your young tots 7 years and under get to play for free.
Grownups can try their luck during Happy Hour, which takes place Tuesdays to Fridays, 5.30pm to 8pm – you’ll get a chance to score 2 cocktails for $25 if you roll doubles on the dice.
Image credit: @kingandthepawn via Instagram
King and the Pawn doesn’t just have snacks to stave hunger pangs, they’ve also got legit brunch options that can rival a proper cafe. Pop by for some sweet treats like the Warm Toffee Cake ($11.50), savour decadent dishes like the Truffled Honey Croque Madame ($19.50) and a creamy Camembert Brûlée ($24.50) platter to share.
Reserve a spot at the King and the Pawn.
King and the Pawn review: “Overall a well balanced selection of food, games, and drinks. Great place to chill with a bunch of friends. Much more spacious after renovations.”
4. Kommune by 82SOHO
Private game rooms in Singapore
Private LAN rooms and free retro arcade gaming for paying diners.
Image adapted from: @kommune_82soho via Instagram
If you’ve ever found yourself lamenting over how boring town has become in comparison with overseas haunts, you might want to reconsider. Within Orchard Gateway is Kommune by 82SOHO – short for 82 Social House – that’s heavily inspired by Korean game culture and entertainment.
From $3/pax per hour, hit up the private LAN stations and battle it out in popular games like Valorant. The Board Game Rooms (from $34/room per hour) even come with a complimentary karaoke system that you can use without paying an extra cent.
Image adapted from: @kommune_82soho via Instagram
Besides getting snacks at Kommune, you can cure your hunger pangs over at Tigress, 82 Soho’s next-door restaurant space, which serves classic Western dishes like Fish & Chips (from $16.90) and burgers (from $16.90).
If you’ve still got energy to spare, there are plenty more things to do at Orchard Road after 10pm, including a bowling alley that closes at 11pm and the only 24-hour Don Don Donki outlet in Singapore.
Reserve a spot at Kommune by 82SOHO.
Kommune by 82SOHO review: This place has billiards, karaoke, and even a PC room, so there are plenty of things to enjoy. The homemade cheeseburgers, chicken wings, and kimchi stew had generous portions, so I was satiated”.
5. ME Cafe & Games – Tanjong Pagar
Variety of gaming sessions & packages
At ME Cafe & Games, it’s a mere $6/pax per hour for an All You Can Play session from Mondays to Thursdays. It’s got a huge variety of games available, not just board games. Think immersive VR, PVP consoles, and even mahjong for those who don’t want to wake the neighbours when washing tiles. P.S. If that term escapes you, read up on mahjong rules before you go.
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If you’re coming with larger groups of people, consider the unlimited pass (from $28/pax) instead – it allows for unlimited hours of board gaming in the main cafe. The cafe offers a variety of drinks and snacks such as coffee and egg waffles. Snacks are free-flow and if you’re feeling extra thirsty, you can top up $3 for limitless drinks.
Reserve a spot at ME Cafe & Games in Tanjong Pagar.
Me Cafe & Games in Tanjong Pagar review: “Nice atmosphere, variety of games to choose from, convenient location.”
6. ME Cafe & Games – Orchard
Game in glamping tents & play with free–roaming cats
Image credit: Zhitao Jang via Google Maps
Owned by the same brand behind the outlet at Tanjong Pagar, Me Cafe & Games in Orchard Gateway couldn’t be any more different. It takes elements from 2 well-known concepts – cat cafes and glamping sites – and merges them together. With a collection of over 30 board games and 40 Nintendo Switch games, you’d be hard pressed to find a game there that isn’t fun. Plus, you could interact with their cute cats in between games. Win-win.
Image adapted from: Yen Yen, Agnes Tan via Google Maps
With all these different types of activities in 1 place, you might think that the experience costs an arm and a leg. Wrong. Their Ultimate Campout Package starts at $28.80/pax for 2 hours, making it the perfect date activity to do with your partner too.
Reserve a spot at ME Cafe & Games in Orchard Gateway.
Me Cafe & Games in Orchard Gateway review: “Really cute cats and a good selection of games available. Just note that the space is a little small in the board games area. Best for 3-4 pax.”
6. BG Monsters Cafe
Best board game cafe in Singapore for affordable rates
Located at Kampung Bahru, BG Monsters Cafe has one of the lowest rates for a board game cafe in Singapore. You only pay $6.90/pax for 1 hour or $12.90/pax for 2 hours. If you’re looking to finish up a game, you can book time extensions at $2.90/pax for 30 minutes.
Image credit: Ken Ng Chong Kai via Google Maps
The cafe houses over 200 unique board games, and you can check their online catalogue for your favourites. Don’t worry, they’ve got old school favourites like Avalon and newer games like Cubitos too.
Reserve a spot at BG Monsters Cafe.
BG Monsters Cafe review: “A nice place to hang out with friends or colleagues. The staff was helpful in giving out suggestions on which games to play, and how to play them. Apart from a wide variety of games, the place also has numerous refreshment options.”
– Rutuparna Kulkarni via Google
7. Games @ PI
Largest board game supply in SG
It doesn’t matter if you’re into board games, card games, or even obscure role-playing games. Chances are, Games @ PI carries them. Plus, if you want to take any games home, they’re available for sale on their webstore. To get started, you’ll have to book yourself a table at $30/booking, which includes 3 hours of gameplay from 12pm-3pm, 3pm-6pm, or 6pm-9pm.
Image credit: Games @ PI
Games @ PI is more well-known as a hobbyist’s spot for players of Magic: The Gathering and miniature figurine builders.
If you’ve wanted to know more about either pastime, head down to their Commander Nights Table ($15/pax) every Sunday to learn more about the card game, and Painting and Building Hobby Nights (free) on Tuesdays and Thursdays to pick up tips on completing miniature builds.
Reserve a spot at Games@PI.
Games@PL review: “There’s a wide selection of board games, from popular ones to obscure gems. The staff are friendly and thoughtful with their recommendations too.”
8. Game Over Gaming & Cafe
Wide variety of board, multiplayer & arcade games
Image credit: GameOver Gaming & Cafe
Game Over Gaming & Cafe is more of a jack-of-all-trades kind of gaming cafe, with a range of arcade games, multiplayer games, and classic board games. The rates are pretty dang affordable too, starting from $8/hour on weekdays and $9/hour on weekends.
Reserve a spot at Game Over Gaming & Cafe.
Game Over Gaming & Cafe review: “There was a wide selection of games available to play, making it worth our while. The staff were very friendly, giving us excellent service by explaining how the Playstation works and giving us recommendations for beginners.”
9. Fuzzies
Over 60 board games with free-flow drinks & snacks
Image adapted from: Fuzzies
If your idea of a productive work day involves a quick gaming sesh in between, head over to Fuzzies. It is a coworking space with board, card, and video games. Popular titles include Uno, Exploding Kittens, Werewolf, Mario Kart, and much more. Their full day pass is priced at $30 for students and $50 for adults, which is quite reasonable for the number of things you can do here.
Image adapted from: @fuzzies_sg via Instagram
For a more relaxing way to unwind, mingle with their 7 adorable resident cats at the designated cat playground. Feel free to refuel your tummy after a hard day of work at their drinks bar. Every entry comes with free-flow drinks and snacks such as Tam Tam, Mi-Mi and Super Ring.
Reserve a spot at Fuzzies.
Fuzzies review: “A great spot to chill and study. Plus, the cats are really affectionate too.”
Bonus: SAFRA
Mahjong game rooms
SAFRA Punggol (left) and SAFRA Jurong (right).
Image adapted from: @safrasg, @safrasg via Instagram
Most of us have only gone to our nearby SAFRA for recreational activities and sports like swimming and bowling. Perhaps a lesser-known facility at SAFRA clubs is their Games Rooms, which can be found in all 6 locations, including Jurong and Punggol.
Image credit: SAFRA via Facebook
Those itching to shuffle some tiles can make a booking at these game rooms that have been fitted with either automatic or manual mahjong tables. We couldn’t ask for more – you’ll get a private room to comfortably play mahjong till late.
The rates differ for each SAFRA club, so do check out their respective websites.
Note: SAFRA membership is required to book the room, and the member needs to be present throughout the session.
(Closed) Just Play Lah
Image credit: Just Play Lah via Facebook
Just Play Lah was a gaming cafe at B1 of Expo MRT station that closed permanently back in November 2023.
(Closed) Well Played Cafe
Image credit: Well Played Cafe via Facebook
Well Played Cafe closed down sometime between 2024 to mid-2025.
(Closed) Settlers Cafe by Mosanco
Image credit: Settlers Cafe
Mosanco Settlers Cafe was a cafe that operated but has since closed down on 30th June 2025.
Board game cafes in Singapore that open till late
Whether it’s a lighthearted game of Uno or trying out brand-new game titles that you’d never think to buy, these late-night board game cafes in Singapore promise a night of epic fun and restaurant-standard food.
Here are some other ideas for your next indoor hangout:
Cover image adapted from: @thesmartlocalsg, @settlerscafe & @kommune_82soho via Instagram
Last updated by Syahiran Sean on 2nd July 2025