Uncommons

West Village, Chelsea & Meatpacking District


If you can't get enough of board games, duck into this coffee shop, where a small fee gives you access to an enormous collection of new, popular and rare table-top games (also available for sale). The atmosphere is jovial and there's ample space to play, although it can get crowded during peak hours.

Uncommons has wi-fi and plenty of outlets, and is happy to host those with laptops, but keep in mind that the space caters to those here to play the games. If it becomes too crowded, you may be asked to give up space for those who paid to play.


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