Fancy a game night with your friends but don't feel like staying at home? No problem. Fortunately, Groningen has many great cafés where you can go for fun games and a nice drink. All you have to do is choose which game you want to play. Will it be Catan, Cow Trade or an old-fashioned game of Monopoly?
The Lover
Kleine Rozenstraat 64 - One of the city's loveliest streets has been home to café de Minnaar for years. This cosy neighbourhood café has many people's hearts because of its well-stocked games cupboard, friendly staff and lovely terrace. Grab goose board from the cupboard or have a game of shuffleboard.
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Steentilstraat 36-1 - Kult is just a little bit different from the rest. In the café-bistro, the bright pink and green walls immediately catch the eye. Here you can eat and drink organic food at an affordable price. At the back of the café, you'll find lots of fun board games and, with some regularity, an old-fashioned bingo evening is organised.
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Nieuwe Ebbingestraat 163 - At BOEL, you can play a very special game alongside traditional games such as Jenga. That's because BOEL is Groningen's only real boules bar. While enjoying one of the homemade cocktails, you can throw a ball around. The ideal activity for an outing with your friends. Who will crown himself the jeu-de-boules king of your group of friends?
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Vrydemalaan 2 - DOT is not only a striking building near the stadsstrand, but also a very nice place to be. There is always something going on. If there is no film playing in the big sphere or a theme night being organised, there is always the big closet full of games you can dive into. While playing, you can also enjoy street food. Could be less.
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Poelestraat 30 - At het Concerthuis, anything is possible. This old cinema is the place to go all day for a nice bite to eat or a drink. Dinner for lunch or lunch for breakfast. It's all allowed! Food sharing is central here. Order several small dishes to taste everything. Besides tasty dishes, there are also lots of fun games on the menu here.
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Gelkingestraat 9 - Stef Stunt pilot, beer pong or Crocodiles. Do you like a bit of competition while enjoying a drink? Then pay a visit to Gelkinge 9. This cosy pub is all about playing games. Compete with each other and have an unforgettable evening. Regular darts and beer pong tournaments are also organised. Will you be the big winner?
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Gedempte Zuiderdiep 61 - Are you a chess master or do you want to become one? Then you've come to the right place at Proeflokaal Hooghoudt. They love a game of chess there. They regularly organise activities around the age-old game. Anyone who can distinguish a knight from a bishop is allowed to play. So don't be surprised if you walk by and see the terrace full of chess tables.
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Gedempte Zuiderdiep 73 - Since 1996, Chaplin's Pub has been a fixture in the city's catering scene. After years in the same place, they also attract a varied crowd. Ideal for the free mibo, but also for those looking to have a dance. For those who feel like playing a game, there is a packed cupboard full of entertainment. Cow Trade, Boonanza, Earthworms, you can have fun here for hours.
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Would you also like to enjoy a fun game at home? At the Groningen Store, you can find unique Groningen games. Have a game of shamrock or bullying with the Groningen-style card game or play describe and guess about Groningen.