The Ludoquist - Board Game Cafe Bar
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About The Ludoquist - Board Game Cafe Bar
The Ludoquist is a board game cafe and bar in Croydon, at 63-67 High St, with more than 1,400 games to play at the table. Volcano coffee and craft beer lead the drinks menu, with cocktails and a lineup of beers alongside. The game range suits both small and larger groups, and a shop area sells games for anyone who wants to take one home. Instead of waiting for a server to pass, guests ring a bell on the table to order drinks. The venue also works as an event space and lists pizza among its food options. Dogs are welcome.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingPaid parking garage · Paid street parking · Usually difficult to find a space
- AccessibilityWheelchair: entrance, restroom, seating
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Family-friendly
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention boardgame selection, cocktails and beer, games shop area and drink-ordering bell.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention boardgame selection, cocktails and beer, games shop area and drink-ordering bell.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers center on the huge range of board games to play in the cafe and buy in the shop area, with several noting it suits small or larger groups. Friendly staff, a good beer lineup and a cocktail with the games also get praise, along with the little bell for ordering drinks. One reviewer complains of a microwaved waffle that tasted poor and a slow, drawn-out bill payment.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers center on the huge range of board games to play in the cafe and buy in the shop area, with several noting it suits small or larger groups. Friendly staff, a good beer lineup and a cocktail with the games also get praise, along with the little bell for ordering drinks. One reviewer complains of a microwaved waffle that tasted poor and a slow, drawn-out bill payment.
Featured reviews
- Sam Whale
“One of the best places to go in Croydon. A truly exceptional range of boardgames, both to play in the cafe, and to buy in the shop area. Really great vibe and super friendly staff too.”
- Isobelle Trotter
“The place has a good selection of games but service was awful, two people working on a busy night, took half an hour to get a microwaved waffle which didn’t taste great. And trying to pay took ridiculously long ! Especially when you pay £8 per person and £5 for a drink you expect to be able to pay your bill without waiting 25+ minutes! Plus the women’s toilet has exposed pipe work and just looked so under-cared for. Will not return”
- Hannah Sierp
“I’ve been here a few times over the years and it really is a gem! So friendly, such a nice fun feel, great drinks and good value. Loads of different games. I had a beautiful cocktail with my boardgames today and the little bell to order drinks was really helpful too. Thanks everyone - you’ve created a wonderful space.”
- Josh Green
“Such a lovely place. Really positive atmosphere, a million games to play, friendly staff and even a good beer lineup.”
- Aaron Bartholomew
“Great spot for some boardgames, great selection for small or larger groups”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“Hip themed café offering 1,400-plus board games to play plus craft beer & volcano coffee.”
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Popular for lunch
- Happy hour drinks
Amenities
- Wi-Fi
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Paid parking garage
- Accepts reservations
- Dogs allowed
- Dine-in
Show more amenities
- Family-friendly
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Cozy
- Onsite services
- Beer
- Offerings· 12
- Alcohol
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Free water refills
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Dining options· 6
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Atmosphere· 2
- Casual
- Trendy
- Accessibility· 2
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Highlights· 4
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Crowd· 4
- College students
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Transgender safespace
- Parking· 2
- Paid street parking
- Usually difficult to find a space
- Family-friendly· 1
- Good for kids
Location
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- Surrey Street Cafe4.2670.1 mi
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- Coffee Time Croydon4.5790.3 miOutdoor seatingDelivery
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- Wandle Park Cafe3.51100.4 miOutdoor seating
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| Place | Rating | Distance | Mentioned in reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ludoquist - Board Game Cafe BarVegetarian options · Vegan options · Reservations | 4.81,450 | — | boardgame selection, cocktails and beer, games shop area |
| Surrey Street Cafe | 4.267 | 0.1 mi | english breakfast, shepherd's pie, bangers and mash |
| Coffee Time CroydonOutdoor seating · Delivery | 4.579 | 0.3 mi | coffee, breakfast, fresh sandwiches |
| Wandle Park CafeOutdoor seating | 3.5110 | 0.4 mi | americano and latte, tea with milk, outdoor tables with park view |
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