Hive Board Game Cafe
Hive Board Game Cafe
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Hive is dedicated to bring the community together through a very simple idea. It's a multi-concept space which includes a wide range of board games, hundreds of books, along with regular workshops and events - the modern age’s answer to dwindling social interaction! Find the most unique board games and the most delicious snacks all under Hive's cosy and rustic space. Right on Sheikh Zayed Road,
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Neighborhood: The Greens
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  • Dubai Internet City • 9 min walk
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  • MrandMrsboeing
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates89 contributions
    Not a great experience
    The cafe is an amazing place to have fun with your friends. The ambience is perfect for a game night. The staffs are very polite except one person whose behavior is not very welcoming. They need to really work on their customer service personnel. We were a group of 8 who wanted to book table for the weekend but unfortunately 4 of us bought Groupon vouchers without noticing the fact that it can be used only from Sun- Wed. The guy who picked up the call for reservation was extremely rude when we checked to see if we could come on a weekend as there are more people joining us. He told he can give the same Groupon rate to others even if it's a weekend but since the 4 of us booked through Groupon we can come only on a weekday. The way he spoke over the phone made us think twice to visit the cafe and finally 4 of us were forced to go because we pre- paid it with Groupon. They have used a Marketing strategy in all there pages that there is " free parking " but please note it is only for 2 hours which no one will tell you until you end up paying per hour 20 aed. Please don't give misleading information !!
    Visited May 2021
    Traveled with friends
    Written May 26, 2021
  • Sana Shajahan
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates1,048 contributions
    Perfect hangout spot!!
    Being located at the greens,hive board game cafe is a must visit for all age groups.Hive offers more than 400 board games and is a perfect hangout spot.If you want to spend some quality time with your family or friends,then hive it is. Cafe itself is very spacious and gives us a relaxed feeling.We loved the cosy seatings and the industrial interiors.We spent hours at hive playing different board games and nibbling popcorns and bites from their menu.Their freaky shakes are to die for.Loved their lotus freak and signature popcorn blast milkshakes.We also recommend their pasta. Staff were very accommodating and helped us a lot in choosing the board games. We really loved this space and definitely going back soon..
    Visited March 2021
    Traveled with family
    Written March 7, 2021
  • Glaire
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates33 contributions
    Unique place to hangout but you will not come back often because of the pricing. Once or teice experience is enough.
    The staff was accommodating. If you’re new at the cafe they have specific staff to help you with all the games that you would like to play, they can also suggest games that suites your preference. The Food and coffee is okay, nothing special. I think the ambiance of the place is what really makes this unique. Good hangout place but i can say i will not come back often because of the price, there is an additional price for the time you’re staying aside from the food you ordered which is quite expensive. Overall, it was a nice experience.
    Visited May 2022
    Traveled with friends
    Written August 8, 2022
  • Mohamad Daher
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates1 contribution
    Friday at Hive Cafe Dubai
    The good thing about Hive as compared to other board game cafes in Dubai is that you have a choice to book a table ahead of time so you don’t wait for too long. The cafe was very busy on Friday night, and the hygiene and social distancing precautions were not as expected. The tables did not have dedicated hand sanitizer bottles and given that in a board game cafe different people are playing with the same games, the staff should be very cautious and the management shall enlist some hygienic measures. The air conditioning was not as expected specially that the cafe was packed. The kitchen is clearly not well ventilated and therefore the place’s odor was not pleasant and we could smell the food and the frying oil’s odor all over the cafe. As for the boardgames, it would be good if more boardgames are introduced to the cafe.
    Visited April 2021
    Traveled with friends
    Written May 21, 2021
  • Divabeautyae
    93 contributions
    Board Games with Cafe. Amazing place to spend family time
    What is better than quality time, full of fun and laughter, with the ones you love the most?. If you are looking out for all of above then you should definitely check out @hiveboardgamescafe has got variety of board games. What is amazing that they have cafe to dine in, you can work as well from here, can sit and read books apart from playing board games with family and friends. They are located at @onyxtower, Greens on Sheikh Zayed Road. They have ample of seating space, so social distancing is maintained and taken all safety precautions. Free Parking available in building basement, Entrance 1 at the back side.
    Visited December 2020
    Traveled with family
    Written December 31, 2020
  • Rabia Shahid
    Ajman, United Arab Emirates30 contributions
    Good place for board games lovers
    I visited Hive board game cafe which is located in the green ,Dubai.after a busy week schedule i was feeling low so I decided to have some fun with my family & play some board games. Friends, if you are Fed up of playing the same old board games then Head to Hive Board Game cafe. Hive board games cafe has more than 500 board games for you to enjoy. Hive cafe is a great spot to chill and spend time with your family and friends. The ambiance of cafe is so cozy . Hive cafe is a perfect hangout place where you can take delectable bites along with fun play. The cafe offers variety of delicious food .Hive cafe is a place where you will Find the most unique board games and the most delicious snacks all under Hive's cosy and rustic space. Friends , must visit at Hive cafe if you are a board games enthusiast
    Visited March 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written March 7, 2023
  • ilovelyforever
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates26 contributions
    Expensive rate for the game and not hospitable staff.
    It was my first time here last Friday with my friends. We enjoyed our bonding here through board games but I will still rate it poor because of the service staff/game master. I made a booking through their online but as if we are not welcome to the place when we came. We asked one of the staff if their 2nd floor was open because their 1st floor was already almost full. We went to the 2nd floors as soon as the staff said yes. The game master came after we found our seats. The game master was quite intimidating and he even told us that the 2nd floor was closed. My friends and I told him that, we ask one of the staff before we came here. He offer us seat on the first floor but the seat was next to the counter so, we refuse. He eventually gave up and let us stay on the 2nd floor. Also, their rate for game was quite expensive. Food was okay. The servings was quite big for a group of 3 but I don't think we will come again here. better to buy your own board games.
    Visited September 2021
    Written September 4, 2021
  • The Vegetarian Couple- TVC
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates1,549 contributions
    Fun place to spend time with your Squad
    Get your game on and go old school and spend a night out bonding with your loved ones over board games. What is better than having quality time, full of fun and laughter, with the ones you love the most?? If you are looking out for all of above then you should head down to Hive Board Game Cafe. This place has been creating a lot of buzz. So, we decided to give it a try. And boy it does tick all the boxes. The place is nestled at Onyx Tower 1, Sheikh Zayed Rd. Hive Board Game Café is a multi-concept space which includes a wide range of board games, hundreds of books, along with regular workshops and events - the modern age’s answer to dwindling social interaction. This place has a lot to offer. With an exquisite seating and a rustic industrial interior, you are certainly going to fall in love with this place. Menu offers all sorts of pizza’s, pasta’s, all day breakfast & more. Free Parking available in building basement for 2 hours. The staff was evenly courteous and on their toes. All In all, Hive is a perfect hangout spot for spending quality time with friends and family. No
    Visited August 2022
    Traveled with friends
    Written August 23, 2022
  • gracehjkksk
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates16 contributions
    Learning is fun @ hive board game cafe
    My friend and i totally had a great fun playing some board games. The concept was totally new to me and it actually encourages people that cognitive learning is fun! Perfect for quality time with friends and family even effective to invite a family to participate online! I tried with my son ❤️. The foods were great and the service was perfect and we were assisted by Sani. Kudos to him for the great service he had provided us today! ❤️❤️❤️
    Visited June 2021
    Traveled with friends
    Written June 4, 2021
  • Jean S
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates46 contributions
    Board game café - Game night blast!
    Ambiance, game boards and place is so much fun. All the staffs are nice and accommodating! Food being serve is also yummy! Happy that we celebrated our friends birthday here yesterday! This is definitely a fun game learning night! Thanks and see ya again. Hoping for more games setup and bigger place or venue in here soon.
    Visited June 2021
    Written June 12, 2021
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Mohamad Daher
Dubai, United Arab Emirates1 contribution
Apr 2021 • Friends
The good thing about Hive as compared to other board game cafes in Dubai is that you have a choice to book a table ahead of time so you don’t wait for too long. The cafe was very busy on Friday night, and the hygiene and social distancing precautions were not as expected.

The tables did not have dedicated hand sanitizer bottles and given that in a board game cafe different people are playing with the same games, the staff should be very cautious and the management shall enlist some hygienic measures.

The air conditioning was not as expected specially that the cafe was packed.

The kitchen is clearly not well ventilated and therefore the place’s odor was not pleasant and we could smell the food and the frying oil’s odor all over the cafe.

As for the boardgames, it would be good if more boardgames are introduced to the cafe.
Written May 21, 2021
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Divabeautyae
93 contributions
Dec 2020 • Family
What is better than quality time, full of fun and laughter, with the ones you love the most?.

If you are looking out for all of above then you should definitely check out @hiveboardgamescafe has got variety of board games.

What is amazing that they have cafe to dine in, you can work as well from here, can sit and read books apart from playing board games with family and friends.

They are located at @onyxtower, Greens on Sheikh Zayed Road.

They have ample of seating space, so social distancing is maintained and taken all safety precautions.

Free Parking available in building basement, Entrance 1 at the back side.
Written December 31, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Rabia Shahid
Ajman, United Arab Emirates30 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
I visited Hive board game cafe which is located in the green ,Dubai.after a busy week schedule i was feeling low so I decided to have some fun with my family & play some board games.
Friends, if you are Fed up of playing the same old board games then Head to Hive Board Game cafe.
Hive board games cafe has more than 500 board games for you to enjoy.
Hive cafe is a great spot to chill and spend time with your family and friends. The ambiance of cafe is so cozy .
Hive cafe is a perfect hangout place where you can take delectable bites along with fun play.
The cafe offers variety of delicious food .Hive cafe is a place where you will Find the most unique board games and the most delicious snacks all under Hive's cosy and rustic space.
Friends , must visit at Hive cafe if you are a board games enthusiast
Written March 7, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

ilovelyforever
Dubai, United Arab Emirates26 contributions
Sep 2021
It was my first time here last Friday with my friends. We enjoyed our bonding here through board games but I will still rate it poor because of the service staff/game master. I made a booking through their online but as if we are not welcome to the place when we came. We asked one of the staff if their 2nd floor was open because their 1st floor was already almost full. We went to the 2nd floors as soon as the staff said yes. The game master came after we found our seats. The game master was quite intimidating and he even told us that the 2nd floor was closed. My friends and I told him that, we ask one of the staff before we came here. He offer us seat on the first floor but the seat was next to the counter so, we refuse. He eventually gave up and let us stay on the 2nd floor. Also, their rate for game was quite expensive. Food was okay. The servings was quite big for a group of 3 but I don't think we will come again here. better to buy your own board games.
Written September 5, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

The Vegetarian Couple- TVC
Dubai, United Arab Emirates1,549 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
Get your game on and go old school and spend a night out bonding with your loved ones over board games.

What is better than having quality time, full of fun and laughter, with the ones you love the most??

If you are looking out for all of above then you should head down to Hive Board Game Cafe.

This place has been creating a lot of buzz. So, we decided to give it a try. And boy it does tick all the boxes. The place is nestled at Onyx Tower 1, Sheikh Zayed Rd.

Hive Board Game Café is a multi-concept space which includes a wide range of board games, hundreds of books, along with regular workshops and events - the modern age’s answer to dwindling social interaction.

This place has a lot to offer. With an exquisite seating and a rustic industrial interior, you are certainly going to fall in love with this place.

Menu offers all sorts of pizza’s, pasta’s, all day breakfast & more. Free Parking available in building basement for 2 hours.

The staff was evenly courteous and on their toes. All In all, Hive is a perfect hangout spot for spending quality time with friends and family. No
Written August 23, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

gracehjkksk
Dubai, United Arab Emirates16 contributions
Jun 2021 • Friends
My friend and i totally had a great fun playing some board games. The concept was totally new to me and it actually encourages people that cognitive learning is fun! Perfect for quality time with friends and family even effective to invite a family to participate online! I tried with my son ❤️. The foods were great and the service was perfect and we were assisted by Sani. Kudos to him for the great service he had provided us today! ❤️❤️❤️
Written June 4, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Jean S
Dubai, United Arab Emirates46 contributions
Jun 2021
Ambiance, game boards and place is so much fun.
All the staffs are nice and accommodating! Food being serve is also yummy!
Happy that we celebrated our friends birthday here yesterday! This is definitely a fun game learning night! Thanks and see ya again. Hoping for more games setup and bigger place or venue in here soon.
Written June 12, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Abbass S
1 contribution
Jun 2021
Horrible service. Despite not using any of their games, I was wrongfully charged hourly by the supposed game master who acted very unprofessionally and rudely, blatantly accusing me of lying. Never coming back here again.
Written June 21, 2021
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Haya
Dubai, United Arab Emirates17 contributions
Jun 2021 • Friends
Super fun place! People of all ages, families, students - it’s great for everyone! They have a huge selection of games and very affordable drinks & snacks - highly recommend for a fun outing
Written June 21, 2021
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Kayi
Dubai, United Arab Emirates95 contributions
Aug 2022 • Friends
Absolutely one of my favorite hang out place!! Went with friends it was superb!! First they have tons of games you can choose from - they have the rule 3 game per table which is a great rule.

Variety of food choices, affordable too! Not just that but it’s good too! Their smoothie is a must try! Ultimate favorite is love potion, try their chicken poppers too, I usually get pasta when I come here because they’re all quality 💖

Mon-thurs are only until 12am and fri-sat is until 2am which is nice!
Written October 8, 2022
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