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  15% off food and drinks (Tuesday - Thursday) + 10% off food and drinks (Friday - Sunday)

We play to win.

Introducing The Double Six.

Located on St Mary’s Row, Moseley, The Double Six is the board game cafe and bar where competition meets comfort.

There’s been a rise in board game cafes over the last few years and perhaps it’s a conscious effort to return to analogue pastimes, the desire to create and foster human connections or just the need for a little bit more fun in a world that can oftentimes feel a little overwhelming, but switching off (digitally and mentally) for a few hours and getting stuck into a little competitive fun sure feels like a very nice way to spend your free time.

If you’re anything like us though, you’re not here to simply participate, you’re here to WIN. We just can’t help ourselves, as soon as that board game comes out, we can feel the competitive juices flowing. There’s just something about winning, it feels great right?

Ok, we’ll take the competitive edge down a notch, but board game cafes really are wonderful, and The Double Six brings you that essential board game cafe experience in the heart of the cosy suburb of Moseley. They have a wide range of games to choose from and all levels of experience are welcome, so whether you’re a novice or a pro, you’ll feel right at home. The handpicked games library is full of fun and engaging games from quick party favourites to deep, strategic plays, so no matter what mood you’re in you’ll find something to spark your interest.

So, how does it work? Well, simply book your table (there’s a small charge per person, per hour at peak times) which allows you access to all of the incredible games in the fully stocked library (the options are virtually endless and you can view the games online first to help narrow down your decision when you arrive), turn up and settle in for some competitive fun. You can also order drinks and food throughout your visit to keep you fuelled in your battle for board game supremacy.

What’s on the menu at The Double Six? To drink, you’ll find lots of the usual favourites to quench your thirst at all hours of the day and night from soft drinks and hot drinks all the way through to wines, craft beers and a curated selection of cocktails (because what’s more fun than competition? Competition fuelled by alcohol!). To keep your hungry tummies full whilst you play you can order from the tasty selection of small plates (featuring crowd pleasers like padron peppers, macaroni cheese hash browns with honey chilli dip, slow braised barbecue brisket bites, and lots more) or one of their grilled Cuban sandwiches.

If you fancy something a little more adventurous then you can grab some of their Peruvian dishes created in collaboration with another Moseley favourite, Chakana. Here you’ll find tasty morsels like the roast chicken croquetas, oven-baked beef empanadas, slow-cooked suckling pig sandwich, and more. And, of course, you must save room for something sweet. With mouth-watering desserts like Peruvian chocolate mousse, chocolate biscoff cake, red velvet cake and more, there’s something sweet to put a smile on your face.

On top of the impressive games library packed full of smash hits, and a tasty food and drink menu, The Double Six also host events designed to get you out of the house and participating in some fun and games. So whether it’s their social gaming night on Tuesdays, or it’s a beginners introduction to Dungeons and Dragons, make sure to follow them on socials to keep up to date with all of the latest events you can get involved in.

So, if you’re curious about board games, fancy trying something new, or you’re just looking for something fun to do with friends then roll the dice and head to The Double Six. It’s your turn.

Now offering Independent Birmingham App Members: 15% off food and drinks (Tuesday – Thursday) + 10% off food and drinks (Friday – Sunday)

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