The knowledge of the staff here is incredible. If you go in, tell them you're looking for a gift, describe the person, and they will walk you around and give you all sorts of suggestions. Pick up any random game - and there are what seems like hundreds - and they will be able to explain it. If they don't have what you are looking for, they will find you something that works just as well, if not better. read more

I literally downloaded the yelp app so I could say something nice about this place, only to find that everyone else (understandably) already had. There's so much to compliment: 1.) The Space- Well-lit, clean, obviously taken care of, organized, great use of space. 2.) The Stock/Services- From Magic the Gathering, to wooden chess sets, to kid's puzzles, to weird nerdy board games, this place has everything. Clearly the management (or whoever orders stuff) is in touch with the community and customer base. Also, I love the employee-made MtG decks. Y'all keep that up. Cool concept. They also have release events with a great set-up. 3.) The Staff- This is the best part. Every single person in a Labyrinth shirt was helpful, knowledgeable, pleasant, and excited to be there. They had plenty of people working, and when my friends and I asked about a board game, the guy helping us said, "Wait a second- I haven't played that one, but _____ has. Let me go get him." When the other guy got there, he answered all our questions thoroughly and honestly, using the reason we initially picked up that game to point us at one he thought we might like better (and he was right- played it last night, had a blast). This place is seriously amazing and I WILL be coming back- frequently. read more

Wow! I went in with no idea what I was even looking for. The staff was so helpful and friendly! And they saved me some extra work by gift wrapping paper what I chose for free. Lots of variety. Would definitely come back! read more

What a fun place! My boyfriend and I were hosting a game night, and we wanted to liven up our selection - you can only play so much Settlers of Catan. Labyrinth is packed to the gills with games of all sorts - artsy wooden puzzles you could display, insane complicated board games, party games, games for kids. There was a weekend tournament of some sort wrapping up when we got there. so the small store was pretty crowded, but everyone was friendly and happy. The staff were very nice and enthusiastically pointed me in the right direction. I love places like Labyrinth that do one thing, and do it very well. read more

Yay! DC has a great new indy game shop that actually carries loads of games instead of comics and those paintable miniature thingers. In fact, there are no comics or miniatures here. Newly opened and just steps from the Eastern Markert metro stop, you'll find classic wooden games, puzzles, kids games, and a very good selection of european and strategy games. Although the store is not huge for such a diverse selection of items, the owners clearly know what the good stuff is and carry it. They also host free game nights of various types, so you can ease your way into a great hobby or meet new fellow gaming buddies. We'll be here often to keep our game collection fresh and exciting, because that's the kind of nerds we are. Keep a eye on their facebook page for upcoming events. read more

If you are need of games on the hill, this should be your first spot to check. They have a great selection and mix of puzzles, board games, adult and children games and a staff that seems to care and is fairly knowable about all the games they have. I'm not a huge gamer but have enjoyed the games I've played. read more

If you're looking for something for game night with family and friends, and the normal stuff from Target or wherever isn't cutting it, come check out what you've been missing. The other Yelp reviews describe what they have going on. Terrific store...looking forward to going back. read more

Amazing place. Staff is very knowledgeable and friendly.

Fabulous selection of interesting games and helpful service to boot. Prices are only a few bucks higher than Amazon and it's completely worth it to keep this local gem around. Looks like it's game night in our house tonight! read more

Great store. Local biz (always a plus to me). Perfect finds for kids and adults. And an especially great spot to find toys for children with special needs(which is the main reason I went). Helpful staff. I wish I had a need to buy toys and games more often. For the types of unique games and quality, price point is very good. read more

Ive never needed a game and they didnt have it. The game Cards against Humanity is a hard find. But guess who had it.. Kudos

I love having this great store in my neighborhood! They're super-friendly and knowledgeable about games, and Thursday night games is a ton of un. read more

The associates and the selection make this the best game store. I went in a few years ago for gifts. Now I buy a game every few months for myself. This store is a treasure that Capitol Hill is lucky to have. read more

If you're a board game nerd like me, this will be the proverbial candy store for you! The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable about almost every game imaginable, and the store is well organized and spotlessly clean. Everyone should make it a point to make at least one trip here! read more

This merchant got finest education development tools for all ages. Their employees are cool creatures, especially the employer! Her heart is most generous, where they donated lot of to DC communities, such as Capitol Hill Children of Deaf Parents, DC Public Schools and many others. Few times, they would be happy to play some board games to make sure that we understand and appreciate the game before making the purchases. They deserve five-stars! read more

This place is a game lover's paradise. They have everything from settler's to games for kids to wooden logic puzzles. In addition to being a great place to find any game you could need, they have many awesome community events. Definitely a highlight of a day in Eastern Market and an important part of our community. read more

Labyrinth is exactly what a little community game store should be; they've earned their place of the Mecca of D.C.'s game-nerd community. The staff from the owner on down are all very knowledgable about the games, welcoming, and care about making sure it's a comfortable place to play for everyone. The only quibble I could argue is that their events can get absolutely *packed*, which isn't at all surprising for a smallish store with a large following. But if you're looking to buy games, this should be your first stop. read more

They have a great selection of traditional games as well as new brands. Their dedication to quality and in-store gaming separates them from the other big chains. Definitely a place to visit! read more

LOVE this place. A safe haven for board game/puzzle enthusiasts like myself. Whenever my family visits, they want to come here (they are board game enthusiasts, as well). Service is great (the staff is so knowledgeable) and they have a fantastic selection. You can even try out some of the games in the back of the store! We ended up buying a game called "Gloom" and it was awesome! read more

This is a great store! Large selection of games and puzzles, and many of them are open in the back for you to test them out. The staff are knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the games, and Kathleen (owner) is often there to give advice and order what they don't have in stock. They are also very involved in the community, especially education for kids. Though things don't go on sale, there are a variety of options at many price points, and they have a customer rewards program. This is a wonderful shop! read more

This is the greatest store ever! My husband and I were looking for a few cooperative games to play together and the guy at the front desk was amazing. They all know their stuff really well and we're able to direct us to the exact games we were looking for. They even explained each game in detail that they recommended and explained why. Highly recommend this place to anyone who loves board games and puzzles! read more

This store packs an amazing variety of games and puzzles into it's store, and still has room for gaming and a super helpful staff!

A great place to buy games. The staff is really knowledgeable and friendly. They have a gaming area in the back where you can play many of their great games that they offer to sell (try before you buy) They run events a lot where they will bring people in to teach teach games. The owner Kathleen is very nice to boot. read more

Labyrinth is perhaps the most friendly store in existence. They have hundreds of games and puzzles and other fun odds and ends that you need to take home with you. If you have questions about a game not only will the staff answer all of your questions, they might just sit down and play it with you. Go see them today (unless its Monday, because they are closed and at home playing a game). read more

I have been browsing this shop since they opened and never bought anything. I had always stopped in during the week during my regular errands. Last weekend I finally stopped in to buy a puzzle and--wow--what a happy place to be on a weekend. The store was packed with teens opening cards in back, families buying board games, and college students looking at puzzles with me. Some young men were talking about games I did not understand. I came away with a terrific and difficult puzzle for the same price one would spend buying online. The staff is helpful and fun. Highly recommended for all ages. read more

Great Selection of Board & Card Games and Puzzles. Helpful staff.

Great shop for game lovers! They have a great assortment of games and puzzles for babies to adults. If you have a hard to buy for person on your list you could definitely find something unique or interesting here! read more

A great local business with super friendly and helpful staff. Nice selection of all sorts of games and puzzles at reasonable prices. They also have game nights. read more

Labyrinth is an amazing local game shop with a great selection and knowledgeable staff. The game shop is very community conscious so check out their website for the weekly events they run. It's also a good place to go and try out a game before you buy it, they have a wide variety of "demo" games in the back of the shop. If you're in the Eastern Market area for an afternoon on the weekend, labyrinth is a place you need to check out. read more

I am so happy that there's a store like Labyrinth in DC. Whether I happen to be in the neighborhood or make a trip to it specifically for that store, I love going into the store and spend a few minutes browsing. I usually end up buying something, whether it's a new game or an expansion of one I already have. I've bought numerous Christmas and birthday gifts there for nephews, nieces and my friends kids. The staff is really nice and always willing to help and answer questions. I'm sometimes amazed as to how much knowledge they seem to have about everything in the store. Overall, it's a great store. read more

Great store with extremely knowledgeable staff. The staff has helped me pick out multiple board games and their recommendations have been perfect! One quick update: Alex is the employee who has always helped me with recommendations. Describe the type of game you are looking for and he will have multiple options for you. read more

This is the best gaming store, period. The owner and employees are incredibly knowledgeable and helpful in finding the game you need and want. The plethora of events they have help build a great community, and serve as a great place to meet new people in Washington, DC. Their programs that also help teachers and students are excellent as well. If you are in the Washington, DC metro area and looking for a place to buy games, hop on the Metro and come to Labyrinth in Eastern Market. You won't regret it. read more

Labyrinth is a special place in Washington, DC. They provide an awesome place to try out all kinds of games and their selection is great for adding the next perfect game to your collection. Their staff is super friendly, knowledgeable, and they're always willing to explain a game or show you how to play. They are always having fun tournaments, events, game nights, and board game battles that make it "cool" to be a board game geek! It is a wonderful place that makes me feel great about spending a few extra bucks to support local gaming! I love Labyrinth!!! read more

Labyrinth is the epitome of the Friendly Local Games Store: not just a place to buy games, but also a hub of community. Better still, the owner and staff contribute hugely not only to the gaming community but to the city community at large through their charity and educational outreach aimed at teachers and students in the DC area. Every dollar you spend here is going not only towards supporting an excellent business, but also towards a vision you can be proud of. read more

Super nice. We play Dnd in there weekly and it cost us $5 for a table that seats everybody. The store really adds to the community which is important to me. And she is super nice. read more

A fantastic store! Had a great time there. Love the atmosphere, owner, employees, selection location...not one negative thing to say. You must stop in! read more

A friend and I came to the store this Saturday looking to buy our first decks of Magic. Not only did they guide us to choose from a variety of products, they also took the time sit down with us and teach us how to play. They were happy to answer questions and even came to our table when we were playing to check how we were doing. Will be visiting this place often! Great atmosphere and the best staff ever! read more

Such a great store and absolutely incredible customer service. Want to play some of the games before you purchase? Done. Want to special order a game they don't have? They'll order and give you a discount. Want to get that personal touch that's lacking in the big box stores? That's their trademark. I can't recommend this highly enough. read more

I've been holding off on writing a review about Labyrinth for a long time, because what do you say about one of the best run businesses of its kind in the country? For those of us who are board game hobbyists, last week's glowing review of Labyrinth on the Dice Tower podcast is a testament to what's been created together by the staff and customers of this store. For those who aren't: know that too often, local game stores are (just barely) run by hardcore hobbyists, for hardcore hobbyists, and "why are you bothering me?" is the attitude you're likely to encounter from the staff and store owners. They can be smelly, dusty, disorganized places that feel too much like the dungeons described in the pages of their fantasy games. Labyrinth opened just a few months after I moved to D.C., and while I was excited, I was also skeptical that they would survive. But through true community involvement (which is rare for ANY retail space), incredible staff that pay attention to their customers, and a store that is laid out in a warm, welcoming way, they are now an institution on Capitol Hill. What's more, board gaming is now an institution on Capitol Hill. The draw to board gaming is ultimately the connections you form with the people around the table. Games I've purchased at Labyrinth have strengthened existing friendships around the table in my apartment and created new friendships around theirs. They have successfully created a sense of place within the community I've lived for nearly 4 years. I cannot recommend this store, its employees, and its customers enough! Thank you guys for everything you do on Capitol Hill! read more

Awesome shop. Stopped in here to scope out some Android Netrunner data packs, and got to talk to very knowledgeable staff members about the game. One employee sat down and gave me some great advice, pulling out his own copy of the game to demonstrate. (And I had already paid, so there was nothing to gain there other than a loyal customer!) By buying online, I would have saved about 20% on my total purchase, but if you appreciate supporting local businesses and talking about games with people who know all the ins and outs, definitely check this place out. I walked out with what I went in for because I had a plan, but if you're just antsy for a new game but have no idea where to start, drop by and get some input from their staff. Great folks! read more