OUR VENUE
Melbourne’s Favourite Board Game Bar
Welcome to Boardies Bar — Fitzroy’s home for board games, great drinks, and even better company.
Located on iconic Smith Street, we’re a locally owned venue built around bringing people together. Whether you’re planning a date night, catching up with friends, celebrating a special occasion, or simply looking for something different to do in Melbourne, Boardies offers a night out that’s a little more interactive.
Board Games & Drinks
With hundreds of board games available to play, there’s something for everyone. Discover modern classics, party favourites, family-friendly games, strategic challenges, and hidden gems from around the world. Whether you’re a seasoned gamer or completely new to board games, our collection is designed to be welcoming and accessible.
Pair your game night with a craft beer, cocktail, local wine, specialty coffee, or something from our rotating food menu. Good games deserve good drinks.
Game Passes
Access to our library is available through a small Game Pass fee, giving you unlimited access to hundreds of games during your visit. We offer options for casual players, longer sessions, and regular visitors. Check our FAQ page for current pricing and details.
Events & Community
Boardies is more than a bar—it’s a community hub. Join us for themed trivia nights, social gaming events, tournaments, and special pop culture celebrations throughout the year. From Disney and Nintendo trivia to beginner-friendly game nights, there’s always something happening.
A Different Kind of Night Out
Perfect for first dates, group gatherings, birthday celebrations, work functions, or anyone looking for a unique Melbourne bar experience, Boardies makes it easy to disconnect from your screen and reconnect with the people around you.
Pull up a chair, choose a game, order a drink, and discover why Boardies has become one of Melbourne’s favourite places to play.
GAMES
Over 1,000 Games to Discover
Whether you’re plotting world domination in Catan, building an engine in Terraforming Mars, collecting birds in Wingspan, exploring the wilderness in Lost Ruins of Arnak, or sneaking through the galaxy in Clank! In! Space!, there’s always a new adventure waiting at Boardies.
Looking for something lighter? Grab a drink and dive into crowd favourites like Cards Against Humanity, Codenames, Wavelength, Telestrations, Just One, or Herd Mentality for guaranteed laughs with friends.
Planning a date night? Our collection includes a dedicated range of fantastic two-player games such as Hive, Jaipur, Patchwork, Lost Cities, and 7 Wonders Duel, making Boardies one of Melbourne’s favourite date-night destinations.
For experienced gamers, you’ll find modern classics and award-winning strategy games including Ark Nova, Brass: Birmingham, Root, Spirit Island, Everdell, and Twilight Struggle.
Feeling nostalgic? Head upstairs to our retro gaming room and relive the glory days with classic consoles including the Super Nintendo and Nintendo GameCube.
With more than 1,000 board games, card games, party games, tabletop favourites, and retro gaming experiences available, you’ll discover titles you know and love alongside hidden gems you won’t find anywhere else.
Gather your crew, order a drink, and find your next favourite game at Boardies Bar.
View our complete board game collection here.