Geek Retreat Dudley

195 High St, Dudley DY1 1QE, United Kingdom
+44 1384 226205
$$$ Cafe
(73 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Geek Retreat Dudley sits at 195 High St as a lively hub for fans of tabletop games, card battles, and casual hangouts. This café is less about a quiet coffee break and more about sparking connections over shared hobbies. Whether you’re deep into Dragon Ball cards, YuGiOh battles, or tabletop RPGs like Dungeons & Dragons, this spot provides an inviting space where enthusiasts can gather, play, and relax.

The interior feels approachable and unpretentious, decked out with game-themed decor that matches the crowd’s passion. Comfortable seating arrangements encourage lingering over both strategic games and the menu offerings. A pool table adds a casual, social energy, perfect for friends or newcomers wanting to break the ice.

Food here complements the gaming vibe without fuss—burgers with bacon and cheese show up as a hearty choice, alongside sweet treats like vanilla milkshakes that help balance long gaming sessions. Vegan and vegetarian options also get thoughtful attention, making the menu accessible for varied diets. Drinks and snacks are readily available, supporting the steady flow of players settling in for an afternoon or evening

Locals mostly drop by in groups or solo, looking for more than just food or coffee but a community atmosphere where events and games offer a shared rhythm. Staff are consistently noted for their friendliness and welcoming approach, which helps keep the atmosphere inclusive and warm even when busy.

Best times to visit are during the evening or weekends when events and tournaments bring the place to life. But it maintains a steady buzz throughout the day, making it a good spot to unwind with a board game or browse the store’s sizeable selection of games, cards, and gaming paraphernalia.

Overall, Geek Retreat Dudley suits anyone looking to blend their love of games with casual dining, whether you’re a longtime player seeking community or a newcomer curious to try something new in a relaxed setting.

Highlights
Great coffee
Great tea selection
Popular for
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
What they serve
Coffee
Quick bite
Small plates
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Parking

Openings Hours

Checking

Monday

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Tuesday

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Wednesday

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Friday

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

11:00 AM - 07:00 PM

73 Reviews
Natalie Monkton-Harper

08 Jan 2026

What a wonderful, friendly & inclusive place. If you are into card based games such as Dragon Ball or Yu-Gi-Oh, or tabletop role play games like DnD, this is a place for you! Great friendly atmosphere, plenty to do, food/snacks, comfy seating and a pool table. What more can you want?!

Jamie H

04 Jan 2026

10/10 I've been coming to this place for several months now and each trip is better than the last. The huge range of games and events that go on here are amazing. If you are a fan of card games, Board games (including D&D) or even video games; then this place is for you. The staff are supper friendly and gives a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The great range of foods and drinks from burgers, pizzas to hotdogs. This place has everything for everyone. If you have an interest in a game or like to know more of a game and a place that feels like home, then this is the place for you.

Zoe L (zoeurbex)

15 Dec 2025

great selection of single pokemon cards and box sets no pokemon booster packs due to scalper heaven at the moments friendly staff

Icey Teas

27 Nov 2025

The manager/ owner, Ethan, is very friendly like all of the staff and it is very welcoming. They have awesome decor and a very big selection of products that all are a nice fit in the store.

P S

31 Oct 2025

My experience was great overall. I would highly recommended this venue! The best, fun and most enjoyable place in Dudley maybe the west midlands! Milkshakes and food are spot on options for vegetarians and vegans (vegan shakes, vegan hot drinks, vegan burgers and even vegan hot dogs!) I enjoyed my evening playing board games ranging from old classics to newer ones! Joining in and learning on trading card games. One of my personal favourite activities is the arcade machines they have here mortal Kombat and street fighter classics. Raja and Ethan are the perfect new friendly owners, they have changed things up and made the experience fresh. They always look after me and my friends!

AS C

15 Oct 2025

My son and I visit the cafe twice a week to meet with friends. The atmosphere is lovely and relaxing. The staff are very friendly, helpful and accomodating. The space itself is very clean and there is a variety of board games, arcade games and consoles available for use. There is a wide range of food, drinks and snacks available at reasonable prices. I would highly recommend a visit!

Chris Hickman

12 Oct 2025

Geek Retreat Dudley is a lovely welcoming cafe and hobby store with a wonderful community. The food is excellent and well made; I would recommend the Green Martian milkshake featuring scoops of chocolate mint ice-cream. It contains excellent facilities for staying a long time and plenty of space and entertainment for children of all ages to enjoy whilst parents can recline on the sofas in peace for a bit. I have brought my son here for over a year and a half and enjoyed every week visiting. The staff are welcoming, friendly and happy to introduce children to different game systems with tutorial games and events.

Ryan Broderick (ItsRyanNotBrian)

10 Oct 2025

Great coffee, great people. Went in a couple times now and each time has been really nice. It’s great to go in, have a coffee and end up chatting to another customer or one of the passionate staff members about the games we both love and I plan on going to one of the many events they plan. The community they have seemed to build in a short time is brilliant and I love going in and seeing so many people sitting and playing games. Lovely shop and super friendly place.

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