Board Room
✨ Vibe
Board Room is a cozy, vintage-inspired Dupont Circle staple that perfectly blends the nostalgic fun of a massive board game library with the high-energy atmosphere of a classic neighborhood sports bar.
🍸 Best For
Group hangouts, ice-breaker dates, tabletop game enthusiasts, casual happy hours, and Washington Capitals fans.
🔥 Highlights
- Games Galore: Access a legendary "game closet" filled to the brim with an extensive library of vintage and modern board games for all ages and eras.
- Award-Winning Selection: Sip on award-winning beers, craft cocktails, and seasonal favorites like their popular boozy spiked lemonades while catching the game on nine big-screen TVs.
- Rotating Events: Join a vibrant community for unique weekly programming, including Chess Mondays, monthly lock-picking workshops, and themed game nights.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Take advantage of one of the city's best daily Happy Hours, running until 7:00 PM every day, featuring $5 rail drinks and select drafts.
- While the venue focuses on its robust drink menu, it is a "bring your own food" friendly spot—local favorite Tatianna’s Pizza is located right across the street for easy delivery or pickup.
🔄 Weekly Events
🔓 Lock-Picking Meetup
First Wednesdays of every month are for lock-pickers! Open to the public.
🔓 Lock-Picking Night
Open to the public. First Wednesday of every month.
♟️ Weekly Chess Night
Wildly popular chess events open to the public. All skill levels welcome.
Chess Events ♟️
Wildly popular chess events.
Happy Hour
$5 rail drinks $6 house wine (red, white, sparkling, rose) $5 select drafts $17 select pitchers *prices are before tax
📰 In the News
Board Room Washington DC
Board Room offers a relaxed atmosphere where guests can enjoy drinks while playing from a collection of over 50 board games available for a small rental fee. Although the bar does not serve food, it encourages patrons to bring their own snacks or order from nearby partners like Flippin’ Pizza for a discount.
Where to Play Tabletop and Board Games in Northern Virginia and DC
Board Room is a game bar and brewery in Washington, DC, and Arlington that offers an extensive library of board games for all ages and eras. The venue features a robust food menu and award-winning beers, alongside a rotating schedule of special events like trivia, bingo, and themed game nights.
What’s the Best First Date Bar in DC? You Decide.
Board Room was selected as one of the top 16 first-date destinations in Washington DC as part of a competitive 'March Madness' style bracket. The venue was recognized for its appeal as a prime date-night spot, competing against other notable bars across the city.
Our favorite places to play board games (over drinks) in the D.C. area
Board Room in Dupont Circle offers a library of over 30 board games, including classics like Clue and Taboo, for a flat rental fee of $2. Patrons are also welcome to bring their own games to enjoy alongside a selection of drinks.
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Board Room in Dupont Circle offers a social bar experience centered around tabletop gaming, featuring a dedicated upstairs game room and a variety of cocktails and craft beers. The venue emphasizes group interaction through popular titles like Jenga and Cards Against Humanity, providing a lively alternative to traditional nightlife.
Recent Reviews from Google
First time in and we loved it and the overall concept. Unique setup offering plenty of seating and an abundance of board games, while decorated with vintage games throughout the place. Our bartender...
Love the concept! They have a wide array and board games, draft beers and ciders, cocktails, and tables and chairs. It’s a great place to get competitive with old friends or break the ice with people...
The Board Room is a great place to chill and play board games with your friends. The bar has a great variety of beer, wine and cocktails. The area is large enough for groups and also provides cozy...
Great place to hang out with friends in DC. A lot of board game selections. They also have a water station where you can fill up on your own whenever you needed. Very convenient.
The spot seemed pretty chill and it’s bring your own food while they offer . They typically recommend the pizza spot across the street Tatianna’s which has delicious huge slices. As we picked our...
