Bard and Baker Board Game Cafe
501 Broadway, Troy
(518) 948-6693
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Love love LOVE B&B. Such a fun unique business idea, executed with passion, love, and the best Mac and cheese in the 518. You can tell the owners care deeply about each and every guest, and their passion shows in everything they do from their main gaming feature, their food, to the events they host. Warm, welcoming, inclusive atmosphere. Much love to all the staff , and Charlotte and Bryan! 🫶💛
Such a fun way to enjoy time with my kids who proudly ordered their own drinks and were treated with such a great degree of respect and kindness by the staff. 10/10 would recommend for people of all ages!
Adorable Cafe with all kinds of games available to play with a couple up to a large group. Friendly staff, we had coffee, rea, an ? ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
I only wish I lived closer to this wonderful café! The food was absolutely delicious and freshly made, and the staff couldn't have been more friendly. We enjoyed perfectly flaky croissants with amazing jams, a variety of tasty quiches, and their hummus along with ciabatta bread were fantastic! If you’re ever in Troy, be sure to add this wonderful café to your itinerary! Kudos to the chef!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My friends and I (group of 7) really enjoyed our time here. We visited for the first time on a weekend and were surprised we could get a table without a reservation. The game selection was huge and there were multiple copies of popular games. They also had a food and drinks menu. We ordered a poutine and a Nutella hot chocolate, both were pretty good. Definitely a fun place to hang out when you need a break from walking or take shelter from the outside elements. We paid $10 per person, but students are half price. There’s no time limit unless you’re sitting at a table with a reservation later in the day. Would definitely recommend making a reservation to guarantee a table if you have a larger group.
Atmosphere: 5
I enjoyed my time here as part of the chowderfest.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
We got bubble tea, it was AMAZING! Super welcoming crowd and very aesthetic place. 10/10 highly reccomend.
Kid-friendliness: People at the other tables don't always use language that is kid-friendly
Ie. Swears, vulgar content
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Very nice, lots and lots of games to play
I used to go to the one in Albany all the time. My friend was visiting from out of state and she's an absolute nerd so I figured i'd take her here. We loved it and will for sure be coming back again. Food is always delicious. Staff is always nice, and the design is unmatched. I love being able to play boardgames with friends and relax!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of the best boardgame cafes ever! They have an impressive assortment of games that they do routinely swap out to ensure good condition, plus you can rent them to bring home. They expanded and have an extra room on the side to play. Food is decently priced and has vegan options. I had the breakfast burrito and was very satisfied. The staff are super nice. There's an assortment of game themed merchandise and local drinks. Also cool to see how much community involvement is here based on their postings for regular DnD oneshots and activities like bonsai bars. I wish I lived near this place. It was such a good experience coming here.
Dietary restrictions: Vegan friendly options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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I can't believe I haven't reviewed this wonderful place yet! I love it here! They have some amazing and fun events, and the food and drink are delicious and delightful, and all the games you could play. If you like tabletop games, nerdy things and good food, and Boba tea, then this is the place for you!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Breakfast Poutine
Food was delicious. Lemon pepper potatoes were cooked perfectly! Hope to be back for games.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is such a great place to hang out! Food and coffee were excellent, and tons of games to choose from. They were busy the Saturday when we went, but it didn’t feel crowded or noisy. Staff was super friendly. There’s some construction happening on the building so it can be hard to spot the front door from the outside, but it’s super worth a visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Toast Jenga, Game
One of my favorite places in Troy! I honestly come here for the cookies because they’re some of the best I’ve ever had. They have different flavors every time, but one time they had a Thai iced tea cookie that I still dream about to this day. I have dined in and tried some of their other food and drinks as well and can say that their service is always amazing, and fast. It’s just a super fun, cozy environment, with great games to play as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Potato Poutine, Mac and Cheese, Cookies
So many great events , I don't live in Troy so I have never been to any of their events but they're bored is full of great ways to have fun and meet people . These guys have good food good coffee great games to rent. Wonderful public spaces to hang out in.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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