U Wine Bar

"Chatting about inflation or the RHONY finale are not the only ways to pass the time at this upscale wine bar—it’s also a tabletop gaming space. Here you can sip chardonnay while playing “Potion Explosion” or “Magic: The Gathering.”" - kayla sager riley, aimee rizzo, gabe guarente

"Tabletop fans who are tired of the brewery scene can try this mellow, wine-focused option in Wallingford. It has windows galore and nine spaced-out tables made for complicated games with lots of tiny pieces. The room is a bit sterile, and there’s a $20 gaming fee per group if you borrow something from the shelves (no cost if you bring your own). But it’s still a nice place to drink things like a buttery côte du rhône blanc as you ponder a winning move in Azul." - Gabe Guarente

"Board gaming in Seattle tends to be more passion than pastime. So when a place describes itself as not just a local game bar, but “a one-of-a-kind community experience for the modern nerd,” it’ better follow through on that promise.The wood-trimmed space is gorgeous and thoughtfully designed with large, sturdy tables and ample yet non-aggressive lighting. And for gameplay sustenance, there’s a decent selection of non-sticky snacks, beer, and cider. But what’s really “one-of-a-kind” is the wine. It’s an impressive, worldly list that rivals top-tier restaurants and tasting rooms — thankfully, they do wine flights." - Brianna Gunter

"Seattle's first upscale board game wine bar with Commander nights and Magic: The Gathering drafts." - Harry Cheadle