Queen & Rook Game Cafe
@queenrook.bsky.social
The #1 rated Philly Board Game Cafe. 2,000+ board games, full restaurant/bars, tons of vegetarian, vegan, & gluten-free options! Outdoor/indoor seating, arcade
Chanuka Sameach! Or is it Hanukkah? No matter how you spell (or celebrate) happy Hanukkah to everyone celebrating! Wishing you and your loved ones peace, joy, & light. #hanukkah #chanukkah #hanukkah2025 #festivaloflights #firstnightofhanukkah #dreidel #dreideldice #happyhanukkah #hanukkahsameach
December 14, 2025 at 10:11 PM
Chanuka Sameach! Or is it Hanukkah? No matter how you spell (or celebrate) happy Hanukkah to everyone celebrating! Wishing you and your loved ones peace, joy, & light. #hanukkah #chanukkah #hanukkah2025 #festivaloflights #firstnightofhanukkah #dreidel #dreideldice #happyhanukkah #hanukkahsameach
We’re open regular hours this holiday season, except for a few dates:
🔴 Friday 12/19: restaurant open 12-3pm, then closed for private event. Shoppe open 12-8pm, open for Afterschool
🎁 Wednesday 12/24: Shoppe open 12-6pm; restaurant closed
🎄 Thurs 12/25: closed
🎆 Weds 12/31: restaurant open 5pm-1am
🔴 Friday 12/19: restaurant open 12-3pm, then closed for private event. Shoppe open 12-8pm, open for Afterschool
🎁 Wednesday 12/24: Shoppe open 12-6pm; restaurant closed
🎄 Thurs 12/25: closed
🎆 Weds 12/31: restaurant open 5pm-1am
December 14, 2025 at 7:56 PM
We’re open regular hours this holiday season, except for a few dates:
🔴 Friday 12/19: restaurant open 12-3pm, then closed for private event. Shoppe open 12-8pm, open for Afterschool
🎁 Wednesday 12/24: Shoppe open 12-6pm; restaurant closed
🎄 Thurs 12/25: closed
🎆 Weds 12/31: restaurant open 5pm-1am
🔴 Friday 12/19: restaurant open 12-3pm, then closed for private event. Shoppe open 12-8pm, open for Afterschool
🎁 Wednesday 12/24: Shoppe open 12-6pm; restaurant closed
🎄 Thurs 12/25: closed
🎆 Weds 12/31: restaurant open 5pm-1am
The Shoppe will open early on Fridays for the holiday season!
Hours are:
Fri Sat Sun from 12-8pm (closed Mon Tues Wed)
Thurs 4-8pm
We’re also adding buying hours for your used games! Bring them in Friday 12/5 between 2-6pm, receive credit toward new/used game purchases, the restaurant, or arcade!
Hours are:
Fri Sat Sun from 12-8pm (closed Mon Tues Wed)
Thurs 4-8pm
We’re also adding buying hours for your used games! Bring them in Friday 12/5 between 2-6pm, receive credit toward new/used game purchases, the restaurant, or arcade!
December 4, 2025 at 9:49 PM
The Shoppe will open early on Fridays for the holiday season!
Hours are:
Fri Sat Sun from 12-8pm (closed Mon Tues Wed)
Thurs 4-8pm
We’re also adding buying hours for your used games! Bring them in Friday 12/5 between 2-6pm, receive credit toward new/used game purchases, the restaurant, or arcade!
Hours are:
Fri Sat Sun from 12-8pm (closed Mon Tues Wed)
Thurs 4-8pm
We’re also adding buying hours for your used games! Bring them in Friday 12/5 between 2-6pm, receive credit toward new/used game purchases, the restaurant, or arcade!
This season we are collecting hats, gloves, and scarves for SOL Collective, a Philly harm reduction collective working to end the overdose crisis and support overdose prevention sites. Find the SOL Collective bin in the lobby next to the swords.
December 2, 2025 at 6:45 PM
This season we are collecting hats, gloves, and scarves for SOL Collective, a Philly harm reduction collective working to end the overdose crisis and support overdose prevention sites. Find the SOL Collective bin in the lobby next to the swords.
It's #SmallBusinessSaturday!! At Q&R that means 15% off board games and 25% off premium dice sets! Plus you'll get a free Q&R pin with purchases of $50 or more. Looking for some store credit? Bring in your used games! The Shoppe is open til 8pm tonight #boardgames #philly #shopsmall #shoplocal #flgs
November 29, 2025 at 9:23 PM
It's #SmallBusinessSaturday!! At Q&R that means 15% off board games and 25% off premium dice sets! Plus you'll get a free Q&R pin with purchases of $50 or more. Looking for some store credit? Bring in your used games! The Shoppe is open til 8pm tonight #boardgames #philly #shopsmall #shoplocal #flgs
♟ After PAX RELAX on Sunday 11/23 from 8pm-2am: casual gaming for industry professionals! Show your PAX Exhibitor/Media badge for entry, library fee waived.
#pax #paxunplugged #paxunplugged2025 #convention #phillyevents #boardgames #weekend #afterpaxrelax #weekendplans #phillyfamilies #phillykids
#pax #paxunplugged #paxunplugged2025 #convention #phillyevents #boardgames #weekend #afterpaxrelax #weekendplans #phillyfamilies #phillykids
November 19, 2025 at 2:59 AM
♟ After PAX RELAX on Sunday 11/23 from 8pm-2am: casual gaming for industry professionals! Show your PAX Exhibitor/Media badge for entry, library fee waived.
#pax #paxunplugged #paxunplugged2025 #convention #phillyevents #boardgames #weekend #afterpaxrelax #weekendplans #phillyfamilies #phillykids
#pax #paxunplugged #paxunplugged2025 #convention #phillyevents #boardgames #weekend #afterpaxrelax #weekendplans #phillyfamilies #phillykids
PAX Unplugged @officialpax_ Booth #3700 in the Expo Hall: Fri 11/21 - Sun 11/23!
♟ Buy games, merch, & accessories! Free Q&R commemorative die with any purchase! Free Q&R buttons for everyone!
♟ Buy games, merch, & accessories! Free Q&R commemorative die with any purchase! Free Q&R buttons for everyone!
November 19, 2025 at 2:59 AM
PAX Unplugged @officialpax_ Booth #3700 in the Expo Hall: Fri 11/21 - Sun 11/23!
♟ Buy games, merch, & accessories! Free Q&R commemorative die with any purchase! Free Q&R buttons for everyone!
♟ Buy games, merch, & accessories! Free Q&R commemorative die with any purchase! Free Q&R buttons for everyone!
Starting Friday, we’ll also be adding our seasonal zero proof cocktail to our Happy Hour menu ($2 off an Airglider!) — so everyone can enjoy Happy Hour!
Jesse Andreozzi, known online as @mrzeroproof, is an expert in non-alcoholic cocktails and NA beer culture.
Jesse Andreozzi, known online as @mrzeroproof, is an expert in non-alcoholic cocktails and NA beer culture.
November 3, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Starting Friday, we’ll also be adding our seasonal zero proof cocktail to our Happy Hour menu ($2 off an Airglider!) — so everyone can enjoy Happy Hour!
Jesse Andreozzi, known online as @mrzeroproof, is an expert in non-alcoholic cocktails and NA beer culture.
Jesse Andreozzi, known online as @mrzeroproof, is an expert in non-alcoholic cocktails and NA beer culture.
This Friday 11/7 from 5-7pm, come on by and meet Jesse Andreozzi @mrzeroproof, who will be pouring tastings of St. Agrestis Phony Negroni and talking about non-alcoholic drinks, the sober lifestyle, and zebra striping. If you haven’t tried Phony Negroni, now’s your chance!
November 3, 2025 at 11:29 PM
This Friday 11/7 from 5-7pm, come on by and meet Jesse Andreozzi @mrzeroproof, who will be pouring tastings of St. Agrestis Phony Negroni and talking about non-alcoholic drinks, the sober lifestyle, and zebra striping. If you haven’t tried Phony Negroni, now’s your chance!
Tuesday, October 28th 6PM!!
Come ready to shuffle, stack, and shout "Blitz!" as we take over the tables for a night of fast-paced fun. Whether you're a seasoned player or brand-new to the game, it's the perfect chance to meet fellow Blitzers and join in on the action! #dutchblitz #philly
Come ready to shuffle, stack, and shout "Blitz!" as we take over the tables for a night of fast-paced fun. Whether you're a seasoned player or brand-new to the game, it's the perfect chance to meet fellow Blitzers and join in on the action! #dutchblitz #philly
October 23, 2025 at 2:19 PM
Tuesday, October 28th 6PM!!
Come ready to shuffle, stack, and shout "Blitz!" as we take over the tables for a night of fast-paced fun. Whether you're a seasoned player or brand-new to the game, it's the perfect chance to meet fellow Blitzers and join in on the action! #dutchblitz #philly
Come ready to shuffle, stack, and shout "Blitz!" as we take over the tables for a night of fast-paced fun. Whether you're a seasoned player or brand-new to the game, it's the perfect chance to meet fellow Blitzers and join in on the action! #dutchblitz #philly
🪔 Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating tonight! May the light bring us all peace, knowledge, health, and happiness! #diwali #diwali2025 #happydiwali #festivaloflights #candles
October 20, 2025 at 6:45 PM
🪔 Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating tonight! May the light bring us all peace, knowledge, health, and happiness! #diwali #diwali2025 #happydiwali #festivaloflights #candles
Also check out Nunami in our game library! Nunami, which means “on the land” in Inuktitut. Designed by Thomassie Mangiok, this first Inuit board game emulates pre-Colonial arctic life in different regions and your goal is to create balance via strategy and exploration
October 13, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Also check out Nunami in our game library! Nunami, which means “on the land” in Inuktitut. Designed by Thomassie Mangiok, this first Inuit board game emulates pre-Colonial arctic life in different regions and your goal is to create balance via strategy and exploration
This semi-cooperative game is set in the world of Cherokee animal stories, & can be played in both English and Cherokee; find it in the Modern section of our library.
October 13, 2025 at 8:39 PM
This semi-cooperative game is set in the world of Cherokee animal stories, & can be played in both English and Cherokee; find it in the Modern section of our library.
Indigenous People’s Day! Check out a new game in our library: Winter Rabbit by absurdistproductions, designed by William Thompson art by Kindra Swafford & Jonni Ketcher, all citizens of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma.
October 13, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Indigenous People’s Day! Check out a new game in our library: Winter Rabbit by absurdistproductions, designed by William Thompson art by Kindra Swafford & Jonni Ketcher, all citizens of the Cherokee Nation of Oklahoma.
Thank you to Jasmin, RJ, and Alex from Twenty Sided Tavern @twentysidedtavern for stopping in for a side quest at Queen & Rook while in Philly! What an amazing show you put on. Everyone tell your friends to catch this incredible show as it tours the country.
October 13, 2025 at 1:22 AM
Thank you to Jasmin, RJ, and Alex from Twenty Sided Tavern @twentysidedtavern for stopping in for a side quest at Queen & Rook while in Philly! What an amazing show you put on. Everyone tell your friends to catch this incredible show as it tours the country.
Ensemble Arts Presents DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern / Oct 10-12 @ Miller Theater
*The global phenomenon that is DUNGEONS & DRAGONS is now live on-stage in an experience that Nerdist calls “Rip-roaring funny,” and “Truly a wonder to behold!”
*The global phenomenon that is DUNGEONS & DRAGONS is now live on-stage in an experience that Nerdist calls “Rip-roaring funny,” and “Truly a wonder to behold!”
October 7, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Ensemble Arts Presents DUNGEONS & DRAGONS The Twenty-Sided Tavern / Oct 10-12 @ Miller Theater
*The global phenomenon that is DUNGEONS & DRAGONS is now live on-stage in an experience that Nerdist calls “Rip-roaring funny,” and “Truly a wonder to behold!”
*The global phenomenon that is DUNGEONS & DRAGONS is now live on-stage in an experience that Nerdist calls “Rip-roaring funny,” and “Truly a wonder to behold!”
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival to everyone celebrating tonight! We hope you’re spending time w/loved ones over mooncakes & good eats! Check out Moon Bunny, by @hotbananagame, designed by Pauline Wong & Marie Wong, art by Serene Illustrations, inspired by Asian folklore from the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
October 6, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival to everyone celebrating tonight! We hope you’re spending time w/loved ones over mooncakes & good eats! Check out Moon Bunny, by @hotbananagame, designed by Pauline Wong & Marie Wong, art by Serene Illustrations, inspired by Asian folklore from the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
Queer Game Night TONIGHT!! 10/3 6-10pm at Q&R (123 South St.)
October 3, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Queer Game Night TONIGHT!! 10/3 6-10pm at Q&R (123 South St.)
There's still time to visit the Renn Faire! We're here til 8pm
September 27, 2025 at 10:41 PM
There's still time to visit the Renn Faire! We're here til 8pm
Shanah Tovah! Happy Rosh Hashana to everyone celebrating the New Year!#roshhashana #jewishnewyear #shanatova #shanatovah #apples #habagames #orchardgames
September 23, 2025 at 1:09 PM
Shanah Tovah! Happy Rosh Hashana to everyone celebrating the New Year!#roshhashana #jewishnewyear #shanatova #shanatovah #apples #habagames #orchardgames
⚔️ Fantasy Renn Faire
📅 Saturday, September 27
⏰ 12-8pm
📍 100 Block of South Street (between 2nd & Front outside @queenrookcafe)
📷 @kscopephilly #queenrookcafe #fantasyrennfaire #rennfaire #phillythingstodo #phillyblockparty #fallblockparty #southstreetphilly
📅 Saturday, September 27
⏰ 12-8pm
📍 100 Block of South Street (between 2nd & Front outside @queenrookcafe)
📷 @kscopephilly #queenrookcafe #fantasyrennfaire #rennfaire #phillythingstodo #phillyblockparty #fallblockparty #southstreetphilly
September 20, 2025 at 9:06 PM
⚔️ Fantasy Renn Faire
📅 Saturday, September 27
⏰ 12-8pm
📍 100 Block of South Street (between 2nd & Front outside @queenrookcafe)
📷 @kscopephilly #queenrookcafe #fantasyrennfaire #rennfaire #phillythingstodo #phillyblockparty #fallblockparty #southstreetphilly
📅 Saturday, September 27
⏰ 12-8pm
📍 100 Block of South Street (between 2nd & Front outside @queenrookcafe)
📷 @kscopephilly #queenrookcafe #fantasyrennfaire #rennfaire #phillythingstodo #phillyblockparty #fallblockparty #southstreetphilly
ONE WEEK ‘til our Fantasy Renn Faire Block Party! 📅🔖
We’ll be announcing performance schedules, vendors, and activities next week 🐲🛡️👉 Stay tuned for more - including fire performers, 🔥 pirate shanties, 🏴☠️ wax sealing, 🕯️ and MORE!
We’ll be announcing performance schedules, vendors, and activities next week 🐲🛡️👉 Stay tuned for more - including fire performers, 🔥 pirate shanties, 🏴☠️ wax sealing, 🕯️ and MORE!
September 20, 2025 at 9:06 PM
ONE WEEK ‘til our Fantasy Renn Faire Block Party! 📅🔖
We’ll be announcing performance schedules, vendors, and activities next week 🐲🛡️👉 Stay tuned for more - including fire performers, 🔥 pirate shanties, 🏴☠️ wax sealing, 🕯️ and MORE!
We’ll be announcing performance schedules, vendors, and activities next week 🐲🛡️👉 Stay tuned for more - including fire performers, 🔥 pirate shanties, 🏴☠️ wax sealing, 🕯️ and MORE!
Fall special menu items! Dropping tonight, come on by & enjoy:
🍄🟫 Fall Veggie Pizza (spinach & garlic, oyster mushrooms, roasted red peppers & onions, fresh mozz, housemade marinara) dairy or vegan
🥬 “My Cabbages!” aka the return of Brussels Sprouts
🍺 Beer Cheese (dairy) for fries or pretzel dippers
🍄🟫 Fall Veggie Pizza (spinach & garlic, oyster mushrooms, roasted red peppers & onions, fresh mozz, housemade marinara) dairy or vegan
🥬 “My Cabbages!” aka the return of Brussels Sprouts
🍺 Beer Cheese (dairy) for fries or pretzel dippers
September 19, 2025 at 9:54 PM
Fall special menu items! Dropping tonight, come on by & enjoy:
🍄🟫 Fall Veggie Pizza (spinach & garlic, oyster mushrooms, roasted red peppers & onions, fresh mozz, housemade marinara) dairy or vegan
🥬 “My Cabbages!” aka the return of Brussels Sprouts
🍺 Beer Cheese (dairy) for fries or pretzel dippers
🍄🟫 Fall Veggie Pizza (spinach & garlic, oyster mushrooms, roasted red peppers & onions, fresh mozz, housemade marinara) dairy or vegan
🥬 “My Cabbages!” aka the return of Brussels Sprouts
🍺 Beer Cheese (dairy) for fries or pretzel dippers
ALL THE FITS THAT ARE NEWS TO PRINT!!!!
September 12, 2025 at 12:55 PM
ALL THE FITS THAT ARE NEWS TO PRINT!!!!