Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

852 Sharp Dr # L, Shorewood
(815) 630-4235

Recent Reviews

Matt S

Feels like a second home to me. I can be myself and play games with my friends and family. Owner is around all the time and is warm and welcoming. One of our favorite places to go.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Aaron Mayers

Dana and her crew are the abso-freaking-lute best! I highly recommend "rolling for toast" on Tuesdays when they have great trivia. Yes, every day is good there...except Wednesdays. If you're there Wednesdays, you've probably broken in.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Erik Wiley

I absolutely love this place. Staff is friendly and helpful. Me and my wife just started going here and love to bring our mtg decks and play or use the board games they have. They have great events all the time of that's your thing too.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Noni

I come here every week for dungeons and dragons. ive never been in a more welcoming and friendly atmosphere. The toast and drinks are amazing, as are the people who work here. wish i could give more stars!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Boom Tube

Must stop shop for any board game fans. Friendly staff, delightful drinks, and the ability to rent games. It’s everything I’ve always wanted…

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jennifer Painter

My family accidentally spent 5 hours here! Played a few board games, bought some yummy toast a few drinks, & had a blast!Vegetarian options: No problem finding vegetarian options.Kid-friendliness: A great place to take your kids on a cold day

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Joshua Flores

My go-to place. Safe for anyone. And great fun.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Holly Abel

Fun atmosphere, awesome staff, good toast. What more could you want? :)Kid-friendliness: My 12 and 15 year olds love coming here. Would be a great fit for any kid that likes playing board games.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Wizard's Brew

Nikola Tovar

This is a really great place to game! And the staff is always so friendly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Assorted Pastries, Refresher

Connie Wynn

I am from out of town and I just accidentally found this place while looking for a coffee shop. I will be coming back! The coffee is amazing! The atmosphere is *chef's kiss*.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Erika Rock

Great place to bring a group of friends to play games, cards, etc. Great food also.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Fatzombie 86

Critical grind is a great place to meet up for a game of DND, sit and chat over a cup of coffee, or just relax. The staff is friendly & knowledgeable about games & coffee. They even have some space setup to be able to play some larger tabletop wargames. Highly recommend if you are looking to meet some friendly new faces, maybe play a ttrpg or board game, and have some good coffee.Dietary restrictions: They have all the standard milk alternatives for the coffees.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Creamy Latte With

Tammy Nguyen

Awesome cafe with great drinks/food and huge board game selection! Owner was so also so helpful!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sarah Piane

Loved this place! Service was great, coffee was delicious and you get pretty big portions for the price. Excellent selection of games and activities and plenty of space to sit. The place and bathrooms were clean and the bathrooms are gender neutral (single toilet) which I liked.Dietary restrictions: They have milk alternatives.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Timothy Hay

I love that they took the time to individually make my coffee. Very good coffee at that. 1st timer. I wi be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

852 Sharp Dr # L, Shorewood, IL 60404
(815) 630-4235