PJ Cafe
Menu

Vivae Board Game Cafe

Updated 2026-07-05 · 2,533 reviewed · 419 listed · Scored from 232 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(232) 73 composite score See reviews on Google Publishes prices
Specialty CoffeeBrunch & All-Day Dining CafesAesthetic / Instagrammable CafesPet-Friendly CafesStudy & Work-Friendly Cafes (WiFi/Laptop)Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes
Vivae Board Game Cafe
Services
Specialty Coffee, Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes, Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
Reviews
232

What recent reviews say

Strong game library and fair hourly rates draw repeat visitors, but staff impatience and unpredictable service quality undercut the experience. Several reviewers report rude or dismissive behaviour during rule explanations, uneven treatment between groups, and pressure to pay extra time fees minutes before closing.

Praised for
  • good game selection
  • reasonable prices
  • cozy atmosphere
Watch-outs
  • staff impatience and attitude
  • inconsistent service quality
  • limited food menu
  • aggressive closing-time upselling
cozy-ambianceinconsistent-qualityfriendly-staff
Best for: board game enthusiasts seeking variety and affordable hourly sessions
Think twice if: staff reliability matters to you; expect uneven service and occasional abruptness

Strengths

  • expansive board game selection
  • no food minimum, hourly rate model
  • designated event space

Worth knowing

  • No food service; outside food and drink not permitted
  • Hourly pricing: under 2 hours RM20, unlimited day rate RM25
  • Game sessions from RM20
  • Staff have been cited for poor hygiene and impatience during rule explanations
  • Closing-time billing disputes reported (pressure to pay extra for minutes before closing)

What reviews say by service

Study & Work-Friendly Cafes (WiFi/Laptop)
Hourly rate model without food spending minimum suits casual hangouts
Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
No food service offered; limited menu means reviewers cannot rely on cafe dining

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.35 average across the 387 brunch & all-day dining cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 49% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 66
Review volume 100
Review recency 83
Review sentiment 45
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
166
4
37
3
8
2
11
1
10

Common questions

Do I have to buy food to play?
No. You pay hourly rates (under 2 hours RM 20, unlimited day RM 25) with no food minimum. However, outside food and drink are not allowed.
What games are available?
The cafe stocks an extensive board game and card game library. Specific titles like Dungeon Mayhem are listed for purchase on their website.
Can I book the space for events?
Yes, their website lists event space and game nights as services, though full details are best confirmed by contacting them directly.

Similar cafes nearby

GACHAKOHI
68 low data

GACHAKOHI

4.9(228)✓ Verified

Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.

Aesthetic / Instagrammable CafesBrunch & All-Day Dining CafesPet-Friendly Cafes
一日山品 Something Bakery @ Damansara Utama, Selangor
61 low data

一日山品 Something Bakery @ Damansara Utama, Selangor

4.5(48)✓ VerifiedPublishes prices

Strong ratings reflect consistent positive experiences, though specific review detail is limited. The business is known for mille crepe cakes and signature drinks in a setting that draws social media interest.

Specialty CoffeeBrunch & All-Day Dining CafesAesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
Triple Three One Cafe
40 low data

Triple Three One Cafe

4.3(3)✓ Verified

Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.

Specialty CoffeeBrunch & All-Day Dining CafesAesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes

Last updated 2026-07-05