Magic TCG Friday Night Magic
Join us for competitive Magic: The Gathering matches. Standard, Modern, and Draft formats available.
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Your City's Favorite Board Game Café, Tournaments, and Events
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Upcoming Events
Join us for weekly tournaments, game nights, and special events
Magic TCG 
Magic TCG Thursday Commander
Casual Commander format with rotating pods. Build your deck and join the multiplayer fun!
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Magic TCG Monday Drafts
Draft the latest Magic sets. $15 entry includes 3 booster packs and prizes based on performance.
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Special Event Pre-Release Events
Be the first to play with new Magic sets! Pre-release sealed deck tournaments with exclusive promos.
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Board Games Board Game Night
Open gaming with our 500+ board game library. From party games to heavy strategy, we have it all!
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Board Games Saturday Tournaments
Competitive tournaments for various games including Catan, Ticket to Ride, and Splendor.
Learn MoreOur Board Games Library
Explore over 500 board games from classics to the latest releases
Medium Catan
Build settlements, trade resources, and become the dominant force on the island of Catan.
3-4
60-120 min
Easy Ticket to Ride
Connect cities across the map by claiming railway routes in this classic board game.
2-5
30-60 min
Medium Pandemic
Work together to treat infections and discover cures for four diseases threatening humanity.
2-4
45 min
Easy Azul
Draft beautiful tiles to decorate the walls of your palace in this elegant abstract game.
2-4
30-45 min
Medium Wingspan
Attract beautiful birds to your wildlife preserve in this engine-building masterpiece.
1-5
40-70 min
Easy Codenames
Two spymasters compete to contact all their agents using one-word clues.
4-8
15 min
Medium 7 Wonders
Lead one of the seven great cities of the Ancient World to prosperity.
2-7
30 min
Easy Splendor
Become a gem merchant and build your jewelry empire in Renaissance Europe.
2-4
30 min
Hard Terraforming Mars
Compete with rival corporations to transform Mars into a habitable planet.
1-5
120 min
Easy King of Tokyo
Play as giant monsters battling for control of Tokyo using dice and cards.
2-6
30 min
Hard Gloomhaven
Epic tactical campaign game with legacy elements and over 90 scenarios.
1-4
120+ min
Easy Carcassonne
Build the landscape of medieval France tile by tile and claim features strategically.
2-5
35 min
Why People Love Us
Hear from our amazing community
Sarah Mitchell
"Board Play Café is my happy place! The game selection is incredible and the staff are so helpful in teaching new games. The coffee is excellent too!"
2 weeks agoJames Chen
"Best spot in town for Friday Night Magic! The community is welcoming and the tournament organization is top-notch. Highly recommend!"
1 month agoEmily Rodriguez
"We hosted my son's 12th birthday party here and it was perfect! The staff helped us pick games everyone enjoyed and the food was delicious."
3 weeks agoMichael Thompson
"Amazing atmosphere for both casual gaming and competitive events. The drink menu is extensive and the space is comfortable. A gem!"
1 week agoLisa Park
"I love coming here for Commander nights! Great people, great games, and great vibes. The staff really knows how to create a welcoming environment."
2 weeks agoDavid Kumar
"The board game library is mind-blowing - over 500 games! And they're constantly adding new releases. Perfect date night spot."
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📍 Location
71–75 Shelton Street
Covent Garden, London
United Kingdom, WC2H 9JQ
🕐 Hours
- Monday - Thursday: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday: 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
- Sunday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM