Very cool place! Great vibes and a very welcoming environment. There is a $6 "day pass" fee. SO many games to choose from. Lots of drink options too which I was surprised by! Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, alcohol...The hot chocolate was very good! The staff are also so sweet. Perfect place for a group game night or even a date night. read more

Spielbound - Hot chocolate - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Seriously how fun is this place?! We were able to get a guest pass for our family through the public library and we spend a rainy day there with our 5 year old playing board games. The selection of games is rather large and overwhelming. It's hard to figure out which ones would be good for younger children. They do have the games spread out into categories, but still can be a lot. The price isn't bad (If you're paying for it), but if you plan to visit with any regularity I'd recommend the membership. Parking kinda sucks, but if you're lucky you'll get street parking. They have a coffee area, but we didn't try anything to eat/drink. They also sell games and the prices are a little high, but it supports a good cause. Can't wait to go back! read more

Love coming here with friends and playing our favorite games or learning new ones. Love the coffee and variety of games. I appreciate the knowledgeable staff and that there's enough tables usually for all group sizes. read more

Spielbound is a nice, unique shop for anyone who enjoys board games. They have a coffee shop with various drinks and treats for sale. I have personally not tried the coffee drinks, but it looks like they have a good variety of options. Everyone is always friendly and happy to explain the process for using the game library. The front of the store houses a decently stocked retail area if you'd like to bring a game or two home. On our last trip, I found a beautiful collector's edition of a game called Moon Bunny. I mean, you had me at bunnies. The main attraction of course if their vast library of games. They have so many. The games are categorized, so it's easy to find a specific game, but if you don't know what you're in the mood for, maybe plan to spend some time just browsing. We play a lot of board games, and found ones we had never heard of before. They also host Trivia on Wednesday nights, if board games aren't your thing. Overall, I'd say Spielbound is definitely worth a stop! read more

What's a fun spot. $6 gets you the ability to choose from over 3000 games! They have a cafe with specialty coffee drinks and a full liquor bar. Also have food options too. Way to beat the heat in Omaha. Service staff was nice. read more

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I really love this place. I've been a few times and it never disappoints. If you love games, are a nerd or just simply don't like going to bars this is the place for you. They have a huge selection of games to choose from and you can stay however long you want. The coffee is delicious, I always get the bitter defeat or love letter. Also just a cozy vibe in general that helps make connections with you friends or family. This time I rented the purple room since I had a bigger group and the room was nice but pretty hot and very quiet in there. I would recommend bringing a speaker to play some light background music. read more

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Such a fun spot. This gaming café has an awesome collection of games with something for everyone, whether you're into board games, card games, or just want to try something new. I love all their drinks. Both the alcoholic and non-alcoholic options are creative and delicious. It is the kind of place where you can easily lose track of time in the best way. Hands down the best place to hang out with friends, relax, and have a great time. read more

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Environment was cool, the drink wasn't bad. The service wasn't terrible, but they had a rule where they wouldn't let me get a drink because my ID was expired, EVEN WITH my temporary ID. Apparently it was made by the owner. Will not be going here again. read more

This is a super cool place I wish I'd come here a lot sooner. They have a fantastic selection of board games that you can comfortable and sit and play for hours for a low fee. They have snacks and beverages as well to suit your needs. So grab your friends and come hang out and play. The place is very casual and cozy. They do have a lot of seating but it does fill up. read more

We had fun here! We snagged a table, paid the fee and picked out a game. We hung out for a couple hours, drank some iced tea, decided to purchase a game. We were charged again for the table fee. Whoops. read more

This is such a unique spot that not many cities have. It's an amazing way to spend time with teenagers who are unable to go to bars or with friends looking for connection! read more

This place is great. There are so many games to choose from and you could find yourself here for hours. Reasonably priced and spread out so you have plenty of space! read more

I've been to Spielbound many times for their pub quiz and for days of game play. It's a super fun concept, and a nice way to spend an afternoon with friends! The day passes for a full day of game play can run from $5-$7, depending on the day, which is pretty low when you see how many games and activities they have. They have HUNDREDS of games to play, and are adding more all the time. There is even a box out to suggests new games they may not have. Aside from all the fun games to play, you may get a bit peckish after a full day there, so they do have food and drink options too! Drink-wise, their coffee is out of this world delicious, and always comes with super cute foam art on top. I get the Sweet Victory latte, which is butterscotch and caramel and SO tasty. They also have some alcoholic options, like beer, wine, cocktails, and ciders. Day drinking and board games could be a lot of fun! In terms of food, they have pizza that is sourced from Tasty Pizza. I know it's heat and eat, but it was actually pretty dang good! However they're heating it up to serve is an excellent method because it does not taste unfresh at all. We had the hamburger pizza and it was super flavorful and filling. (We will definitely be stopping at Tasty Pizza to try some other flavors of their pizza, based on this!) Their fries were also pretty yummy, and came with bbq sauce and ranch to dip them in. I know fries are fries, but these were full of flavor and had a nice crunch. Aside from the games and food/drinks being delicious, the staff is also wonderful, helping you choose a drink, answering questions, and constantly restocking the games. These people have the patience of a saint! I definitely recommend Spielbound for an affordable and fun activity with the added bonus of enjoyable food and drinks, too. read more

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This is the coolest place! So many people enjoying games with just a wonderful atmosphere and a LARGE selection of games. The employee working the front desk saw my excitement and gave me a fun dice! Thank you for that sweet gesture:) read more

Spielbound - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Great space...you check in..pay a minimal fee and you get a large booth to play board games...we had a BLAST with fellow yelpies...they have coffee, tea, alcohol, snacks, candy, cookies, desserts, food (pizza) everything you could want ...staff was great and Efficient...we will be returning for date night game night with friends! Highly recommend for a great social outing with friends read more

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Wow! After living in Omaha for quite a while, this is the first time I made it to the cute cozy and quaint Spielbound Board Game Café. Such a fun concept to have a multitude of games with access to coffee drinks, and some food as well. Spielbound has a game or something for everyone whether it be a trivia night, big tables for large groups or small more intimate tables if you just have a small group. The day pass can get you in all day and you'll have access to all of the games they have, which makes it a perfect rainy day, snowy day, or regular day activity. Their staff is very helpful in picking out games or drinks - just ask questions if you have them! Looking to try something new or have a free day on the weekend? Give Spielbound a try. read more

The environment was very welcoming, the staff talked to you like you've been friends for years. I went with my boyfriend and a couple friends to play a new board game. I can say every single person in that room was having the time of their lives. There is also a café at the entrance. Had their chai tea latte and it was delicious!! read more

Such a fun spot! Would recommend for any double date. Be prepared for a potential wait though.

Super fun board game cafe! They have several rooms and lots of tables for games, a huge selection or you can bring them in yourself! They have a big selection of alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks, including coffee. We tried the Picard, which is a London fog with bourbon, the health potion, strawberry lime azul, and Spielbound mule. You can bring your own food in for a totally customizable experience! read more

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A friend of a friend recommended we check this place out on our trip to Omaha and, wow, what a terrific idea! When you walk in, there's a counter for coffee and other drinks and a small retail section jam-packed with games. I can't honestly say if there is food (other than candy bars strategically placed next to the register) because I was enjoying my conversation with the barista too much to look around. I had a mocha made with strawberry milk and the offspring had hot chocolate - both were delicious - but the real stars of the establishment are the hundreds of games on the shelves in a second room. I wish I had had more time to check them out - maybe on our next visit! They offer a day pass for access to the space and games (I think he said $6), but he kindly let us try a few since we were only there for a short time before the zoo opened. Of course we couldn't leave without adding a few more items to our own collection... This is a must-return when we get back this way. I just wish we had something like this close to home! read more

Spielbound - A partial view of the games collection - this might show a third of what they have. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Spielbound has been a go-to location for me ever since I moved to Omaha 3 years ago. In addition to having unique and delicious drinks, their selection of board games is never-ending. It is the perfect casual spot for a hangout with friends, and there is sure to be a game to fit everyone's interests. In addition to the classics (Settlers of Catan, Monopoly, Connect 4, etc.), there are so many other new and fun games to discover. Regarding drinks, I highly recommend the Grown Up Hot Chocolate and Peanut Butter Frappe for those with a sweet tooth. Spielbound will continue to be one of my favorite spots in Omaha. If you've never been, be sure to add it your list to places to check out! read more

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I've been curious about Spielbound for years but finally paid a visit recently. There's a private Facebook group called Omaha Puzzle Exchange that has recently been gathering for local in-person jigsaw puzzle swaps. The group admin was looking for a local place that would be a good location and not to pricey to host a swap meet. She was able to book "the green room" for $5 for a couple hours. Perfect for our needs! I didn't buy any beverages but a couple people ordered a drink. I should have taken the opportunity to look around a little more but the place was pretty big and they did have LOTS of games. The staff was friendly and helpful. I parked across the street in the parking garage for no charge after getting my ticket validated before leaving. I look forward to coming here again! read more

Spielbound is a business that has an enormous board game selection you can rent from, buy retail board games, and they have a cafe. I have only ever had a drink from there (a French soda, which is cream, seltzer, and syrup) but it was positively delicious. The place is always super busy but retains a cozy atmosphere. You can tell everyone is having a grand time and has a passion for games. But what I love most is, like every good FLGS, you can ask an employee what board game suits your needs. Usually a conversation goes like this: I will tell the employee what I have in my own collection, what I like about certain ones, what I dislike about others, and they'll then tell me, "I recommend choosing from Game A or Game B." And they are usually very on-point and have a depth of knowledge hard to find elsewhere. read more

This place is my new favorite hang-out spot in Omaha. I love it. There's a small fee to sit and play games from their library, about $7 for the day. They also offer monthly or yearly memberships. They have rows and rows of board games available that are clearly labeled to find a certain genre or how many players you have. My husband and I play 2 player games and I enjoy a nice Chai tea latte while playing a game. They also have games on sale and they're reasonably priced. I bought a few games that are our new favorites; Dwellings of Endervale and Flamecraft. Every Wednesday they host a trivia night and its extremely fun. Even when I went alone they did their best to make me feel welcome and had me on a team. Highly recommend for anyone who wants to enjoy a cup of coffee, have a snack or a gathering of friends to play games. Especially if you've just moved to Omaha. They have a post board of people who are looking for players! read more

Spielbound has always been a hit for us. Whether you've got a whole gaggle of friends who want to dive into a large game, or you're slipping away for a date (or double date - my personal recommendation), there's space to accommodate you. There's a wide variety of games, organized in the library by genre, with some areas set aside for 2 player games and staff picks, etc. You are pretty much gauranteed to discover a few you've never tried out. They also offer a coffee bar, some wine/beer options, and small bites for munching while you play. Nothing crazy gourmet from what I've tried, but enough to keep you going through the games. They do offer a few more private rooms if you are hoping to steal away to have your own space, are concerned about social distancing, or want to offer a more exclusive experience for your crew. I'm not sure the cost on these, though. You can expect to purchase a day pass in order to enter and play, you can also purchase them on a monthly basis if you plan on being a frequent visitor. Staff has always been friendly and accommodating! read more

This is an awesome place to spend an afternoon. They have a huge selection of board games and extremely friendly and helpful staff! No matter your level of board game knowledge, there's a game here that will captivate your attention. I'd recommend this spot to anyone visiting Omaha and looking for a relatively low-cost, high-fun afternoon. read more

Had a great time trying this place out! I've been here the past couple weeks for game nights with friends and the variety of games they have are endless. There are spaces they have for a big group (up to 10-12) or tables around their relatively large space. It's also a great study space. If you plan on studying, I'd recommend going in the early-mid afternoon. The drinks are awesome and are well worth the price. If you're hitting the books or wanting to battle some friends in board games, definitely try this place if you haven't! read more

Spielbound - Apples 2 apples - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Board game fanatics and anyone looking for a fun and unique date experience need to pay Spielbound a visit. A $5 day pass allows you to select from hundreds of board games that you can play and if you aren't into reading directions, game playing wizards and Spielbound employees are at the ready to explain strategy, unique game quirks and the rules of the board. Pizza and a variety of drinks are available but it is the board games and family atmosphere that draw people to Spielbound. If you find a game you like, a retail area has many of the popular games for purchase. My "big kids" love board games and on my last visit I shared a few of the ones they like with a clerk and he helped me pick out an addition to their board game collection. (Everdell) Yearly ($30) and monthly ($15) memberships are available for frequent flyers but we have been day passers. On our first visit a few years ago, we learned how to play "Ticket To Ride" and at family gatherings we now have a board game that we all know how to play! Street parking is available with additional parking near by. This unique stop at 3229 Harney Street is one that we will make again. One of these times I'll try the pizza! read more

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What a wonderful gem! My mom and I visited Omaha for a weekend and were so excited to find a place like this. This is the best-organized and most well-stocked board game cafe/bar I've ever been to. And added bonus of coffee and drinks?! Sign me up! read more

Like a lot of people this year we are spending local for the Christmas holidays, and if you like games, this place is perfect. We found a game on the website we wanted, and the check out was fast and seamless. It was ready to be picked up in just a few minutes. They offer curbside pickup, which is great. I wanted to look at a few other games inside, though, and I'm glad I did. The staff is handling coronavirus protocols very well, and they're not letting it damper their enthusiasm for helping customers find great games. There's nothing like getting good recommendations from someone who takes the time to learn about your background and interests and who also knows the choices well enough to make a good call. I wound up buying one more game while I was there, and I've got a short list for later! This place has a lot to offer and does great things for the Omaha community, so definitely check them out. read more

Started this review so very long ago. Like during PRE-COVID. Back in the day, we enjoyed going for family game night. There were games for all ages. I aaa especially thankful for the group of college students playing Cards Against Humanity at the table behind our group with an elementary aged kid. They quietly whispered the non-kid appropriate cards in consideration of our group. We hope that we will soon get to experience another family game night both in our homes and at places like this. read more

In addition to having one of the deepest selections of board games on the planet, in addition to offering tasty treats and drinks, in addition to allowing gamers the option of ordering outside food for dining, in addition to having enough space to comfortably accommodate a decent number of patrons and in addition to a whole bunch of other cool thangs... Spielbound truly takes to heart their Safe Space designation and egalitarian ethos. Please don't look at the staff and judge a book by its cover... if you want to come in and play their Biblical or Americana games you are totally welcome and regardless of your race/political leanings/gender/age/experience level or etc. these people are committed to ensuring you receive the proper respect as a patron. And that respect shown earns a LOT of respect from me in return. read more

I was surprisingly impressed! I can't wait to go back! We went on a Thursday night, it was pretty busy, not many open tables. It's $5 for a day pass, I saw $15 for the month, and $150 for the year. If I lived in omaha, I would buy the month pass for sure! They have so many varieties of games, they are organized by type. They have classics games and newer games. Pretty much anything you can think of to play. You can also buy games in the store as well. They serve drinks, coffee drinks, beer, wine, and some food things as well, like pizza. They also told us we were welcome to order food for delivery or bring in our own. Which sounds pretty fun to me, order take out and bring it to play games? I'm in! Staff was also very friendly, offering to help with games if people are confused or need assistance, suggestions on games, and doing their absolute best to keep the place tidy and getting the games put back on the shelf after people are done. read more

Atmosphere was fun. The service is only counter service not table side. This I did not know as it was my first time in. I ordered a coffee at the counter and started a tab in case I was going to order anything else. I was meeting a group so I went to our reserved room. The staff member only came in once at the end to tell us we had to leave because there was another reservation. Good to know as we were lost in our game and the time went so fast. We had dirty dishes on the table and empty glasses and I said I would pay my tab. He (it could've been a she I'm not sure) said we don't bring anything to you, come to the counter. Very abrupt and walked away and empty handed. The part that kind of rubbed me wrong, after 19 years in the service industry, I would 100% always lend a hand clearing a table. Especially if I was expecting a tip and double especially if I was walking away from a table with empty hands. It's just courteous especially since we were leaving with all our empties bussing our table, Christmas gifts, coats, purses and putting the games back. It required some help which we did not get. Fine ok I get the structure. HOWEVER...calm down with wanting tips when I did all the work. So when I go to pay my tab the same unhelpful person is making my change and is super dry and asks me "do you want your penny..." I said oh is that my change? He said yes. I said ok yes then I want it. This clearly did not make him happy because at that point he was assuming he wasn't getting a tip... I'm fully picking up on the negative vibe. I ended up dropping a Buck in the tip jar but I'm old school and I believe tips are earned and shouldn't be expected. Suggestion: let incoming customers (who all initially come up to the counter to pay the fee upon arrival) know that all service is counter service. That way they don't feel neglected if no one comes to the table. Rather, they feel happy when they see people stop by when they have time and empty hands. Don't act like taking something from the table is absolutely beneath you. I know there is SOME occasional downtime behind the counter when there are multiple workers back there. At these times, it would be above and beyond if someone did a quick sweep and did some bussing. I'm not saying take orders or cash anyone out at the table- simply ask if you can clear anything. This will increase tips and make customers happy. A win/win. They could potentially get stopped for orders which then they could "politely" direct them to order everything at the counter. But not just walk around for the sole purpose of telling people to leave and go hang out waiting for their tip. Actually come to think of it, when I did go up to pay, the same guy that didn't want to help me was up counting piles of tip money on the back counter behind the register. read more

Wow. Just an Amazing business and hangout for board games and a selection of thousands of board games to choose from and even the food is delicious. If I ever visit Omaha again, I will definitely go back here! read more

Nice place to hang out on a lazy afternoon! The staff was pleasant and knowledgeable about the games. There is a $5 dollar fee per person to play for the day. They have a variety of games which a labeled by theme and the number of people needed to play it. I was surprised that the place was mostly filled on a Tuesday afternoon! read more

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What a fun place to go! You pick a game to play, take it to a table, and you're good to go. They serve a lot of adult drinks which is a total bonus as well as pizza, cookies, and other snacks. They have a wide selection of games - from classics to ones you've never heard of. read more

Spielbound - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Atmosphere: Unique bar with a great atmosphere. Staff is generally friendly and usually knows their games. Great place to go out with your friends for the night when you're not interested in large bar crowds or the bar scene isn't so much your style. Lots of room with lots of tables so generally you are able to find a place to play without any wait. Drinks: Small drink menu with limited selections, but that's not really their modus operandi. The drinks they do have are pretty good and they have great coffee drinks and a fun beer menu with some great options on tap. Games: Their specialty. Great selection. Been here a few times now and all of their games seem to be in great shape! Food: not a place you would generally go for food but they do offer a few kinds of pizzas that do not disappoint! read more

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I was looking from a long time for a place to hang out with friends and have fun and Boom!! I found one, a Board game cafe. The place has a nice warm and comfort feeling. The food choices are limited but pretty nice for a cafe. A huge collection of board games so that you don't have to wait in line for a particular game. Plenty of seating available. You can have a great time here, playing games and sipping coffee or beer. A perfect place to spend time and have fun along with it. $5 per person to play games. They also have monthly membership available. I am happy to have found this place and will be regular visitor to it. read more

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This is a fantastic place. Especially if you are trying to think of date night ideas. The board game collection you can try is enormous and vast. Such a nice variety. I didn't eat here but a cup of hot tea was flavorful. read more