Des Moines’ first-ever board game cafe is set to open sometime this spring. Many Des Moines gamers know The Rook Room as a pop-up event at local businesses. Tony ...

creative snacks and "gametenders" to curate board games. Why it matters: In an increasingly lonely world, Rook Room Game Lounge & Cafe aims to be a community "third place" where people can play ...

The business features a bar where beer, ciders, spirits, tea, coffee, and Michigan-made snacks are served and a library of over 500 tabletop games.