Riddle Room

After having gone here for a Unilocal event last year I was thoroughly impressed and decided to come back with my friends. Located quite conveniently on Yonge/​Wellesley area it’s easily accessible by TTC. It’s on the 2^nd floor so you will need to climb some stairs.
There is no cover charge to come here which is amazing. You can book the rooms online and while you are waiting or after you finish trying to escape the rooms you can play their board games and/​or video games in their lounge area. There is also a small café where you can get coffees/​teas/​shakes as well as cakes/​pastries and Japanese popcorn (addicting!). The best part is — the café prices are cheap! Love it! I had the mango basil smoothie and the japanese popcorn. Nice snack while playing games.
They have a wide variety of board games — everything from your standard Jenga, Scrabble, Cards of Humanity to a lot of obscure games i never heard of (Exploding Kittens anyone?).
For $ 25 on the weekend (per person to do one of the escape rooms) this is a great deal! I believe there are currently 4 different rooms you can try at varying degrees of difficulty. I believe they are adding one or two new ones soon.
All the staff are super friendly and helpful. I will definitely be back.
Riddle me this… riddle me that :)
And yes — my group escaped the room! My other group of friends did not escape their room… but hey we can’t all be winners (I’m just glad I was!) LOL

This is a great place to hang out. It’s a board game café, escape room and retro video game «arcade» all in one. There’s some pretty cool décor with Tetris theme going on. Best of all there is NO COVER!!! You just need to order one thing each minimum. I always feel ripped off at board game cafes that charge cover as I always do order as a courtesy and of course I get hungry and thirsty as we play!
They have multiple booths set up with tv screens. You can choose to play board games or hook up a game consol. There are multiple game consoles to choose from, you can go old school with N64 or go with more recent titles on an xBox.
They have a good range of board games to choose from. Nowhere near as many as Snakes and Lattes, but all the most popular social games are there with MANY copies so you don’t have to worry about hogging games before other tables get there.
Customer service was excellent. The staff seem really chill and friendly all the time and try to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
My friends and I all ordered different drinks. The staff were really good about coming by to check if the people that ordered tea wanted more water. The lattes had super cute latte art. They are very talented here! It’s worth it to just come by for the latte itself!

Came back to Riddle Room to try a different room with a group of friends… Honestly we had a blast! We have been talking about going back every since! Our goal was to find out what happened to the little girl who went missing from the room. We found ourselves in a little girls bedroom (creep factor high)… And it was fun and hard! The staff here are amazing and it’s awesome to play card or board games before or after your room time. Combine with that great food and service and you truly have a perfect storm.

I haven’t tried a lot of board game joints yet, but I have a feeling I won’t: Riddle Room is just perfect!
First of all, they have a HUGE selection of games, both video and board ones. Everything from silly games like Spot It, CAH, Exploding Kittens, to more «serious» stuff like Agricola, Catan etc. so there’s something for every taste, really. And they also have lots of retro gaming (lots of fun playing Mario Party 64!), so that’s cool too!
I tried the Pizza Panini and it was pretty good, with a side of paprika flavored chips and dipping sauce. Also it was just 6 $ which is a steal!
My friends got a matcha cappuccino and oh my god they have a great cappuccino artist! He drew a cool drawing on it, super nice!

Really great atmosphere! The first board came + escape room place that I’ve been to and it has the Wii, Rock Band, etc. Will definitely be coming back! :)

By far my favourite board game and video game joint in the city. There isn’t a cover charge (all you have to do is buy at least 1 drink or food item per person and you can chill as long as you like). The games are in great condition — not wrecked, with instructions missing, or with lost pieces like most of the other game places I have been to in the city. We didn’t have to wait at all even though it was prime hanging out hours — Saturday night. And the staff are actually pretty nice. You have to grab a key if you wanna use one of the two gender-​neutral bathroom (keys are on the table in front of the TV right when you enter). I got a tea and it was fine as far as some tea leaves with hot water goes. My friend got a bacon cheddar panini (comes with chips) and cookies ‘n cream milkshake — both items were pretty yummy.
Perfect for a date, socializing with friends, or bringing the family. I will definitely be coming to chill here more often!

We arrived here prior to a late dinner. I loved how they had gaming consoles and a small TV at each table, that was a lot of fun. Their boardgame selection was a little bare though.
We ordered the Japanese popcorn which was very good as well as a roast beef panini which came with a side of seasoned chips. Liked the sandwich but the chips were just ok for me.
I liked the detail on the matcha latte as well the sweetness level was perfect!
I’d definitely come back, perhaps to try their older console like super Nintendo or one of their escape rooms!
Loved the combination of gaming, escape rooms, board game, and café. A little something for everyone!
Last note, it’s really great that they don’t have a charge to play their games, you’re just required to purchase food. Or drink!

Riddle Room is easily my favourite board game café in Toronto. They have a wall full of board games and the staff there are really engaging and teach you through them. It’s relatively cheap as they only require you to purchase a drink and you can stay however long you like. They also have video console games!
I’ve tried one of their escape rooms before, and the experience was definitely worth the price I paid. I believe there are 5 in total and I will have to come back and try them all.

So much love for this place.
This is my second time coming here and it was just as great as my first time. Wonderful and friendly staff, BEAUTIFUL interior décor for the holidays, clean and well lit, well-​stocked with games, and is overall a great place to hangout with friends.
My friends and I played the Static escape room and it was definitely a challenge! We didn’t finish in time (50mins) but because we were the last group to go, we were allowed to stay and finish our escape, which was pretty awesome!
Again, I have/​will continue to recommend friends to come here!

Sometimes I feel like I spend way too much time here but its only because Riddle room is such a great place to be with friends. I always find a new board game to play each time I go and the staff are always there to teach the rules and get the game going. One of my favorite parts of the café is their great selection of video games from old school N64 to the newest Wii consoles… you’ll always find people having a Super Smash brawl going on or racing along Rainbow Road! They definitely offer things that other board game cafes in Toronto don’t have!
The escape rooms are also the best I’ve been to in town. Everything is so well set up and challenging that you really get to experience the fun of escape rooms. I’ve already played 3 of the 4 rooms at RR and managed to get 3^rd best time for their Anatomy Room with my friends! Great memories made in each of the rooms.
Food wise… definitely try their pizza panini! My other favorites: Mango Basil Smoothie, Nutella Latte, Lavender London Fog! Coffee addicts will not be disappointed by their drinks. Also give the popcorn and chips a try! The cake is bomb too! Basically… I’ve tried and loved most of their menu!
If you’re looking for a place to bring friends, RR is the place to be! Definitely check it out!

The Riddle Room has everything you’ve ever wanted. From escape rooms to a delicious latte. They also have a wide selection of video games and board games. My friends and I love coming here and can easily spend a whole day playing all the games they have!
Escape rooms: I did two of them and I must say… they’re a challenge! The rooms are very very creative and designed well. Highly recommended!
Food: I love cheesecake and this place has the best cheesecake everrr. The pieces are big so it’s great for sharing! Oh and their latte art is adorable!

Been there a few times and keep on returning with different groups of friends. The best part is that there is no cover charge for playing games. All they ask is to make a food or drink purchase at the café during the time you stay.
The food and drinks are actually great and reasonably priced. Other cafes charge a cover by hour on weekends and a flat rate on weekdays. Why not spend your money here on food and drinks if you are going to order at the other places.
They have a wide variety of board games including retro video games. If you wanna go to an escape room place, the place also has 4 rooms to choose from. One stop shop downtown with everything you can ask for. Just get there early for the board games since they only stay reservations for the escape rooms.

How amazing is this place!
I’m from Toronto but now live in Vancouver. Before heading back to Toronto for a visit, I noticed a Review of the Day on Unilocal for Riddle Room and told my best friend (in Toronto) that I wanted to check this place out. He told me he already had it in mind and that this place was awesome. Is it ever!
Three of us arrived on a Sunday with the intention of playing some N64 and boardgames but I was enticed by the escape rooms. For $ 25 on weekends, or $ 20 during the week, you get a few options on different escape room experiences. We decided on Framed.
I won’t go into too much detail about the room, but it was fantastic. We ended up getting out with just over 7 minutes to spare and using only one hint. One thing I really liked about this escape room is that you can ask for as many hints as you want, so you actually have a chance to get out and feel successful. You also get use of the photobooth when you escape! If you escape, with no hints, under a certain time limit, Riddle Room offers you free drinks (non-​alcoholic). Amazing!
The staff is also outstanding. They’re so friendly, helpful and so sincere. When we got out of the room, they let us know we could play any of the games available. Even before we went through the escape room, we made small chit-​chat with them and it felt like we were all friends that went way back.
I had such a good time at Riddle Room that I actually came back again before the end of my trip (where I got a hot chocolate with the most beautiful design on it).
Thank you Riddle Room for the amazing customer service and awesome experience! We need you in Vancouver!

It’s a bit pricey for multiple people, as you pay by the person not by the room. That said, if you’re a smaller group it can end up be incredibly affordable, as you pay by the person not by the room.
The food is great — check out the butter tart, it’s top notch. The shakes? Amazing! The board games, and video games? Totally makes sense.
Some other places with board games want you to drop money to hang out. Instead, buy a $ 5.00 milk shake, and enjoy that, while playing all the games you want. And if you’re really feeling up to it — try out the escape rooms, because they’re awesome.
No spoilers!

I did my first ever escape room! I went with a large group and unfortunately we had to split up into two smaller groups for the rooms (there was 8 of us to begin with). Some of my friends had recently visited the Riddle Room and were already in love with the place. I can totally see why.
It’s $ 20/​person to do a room on a weekday, $ 25 on the weekends. That is a bit pricey, however, when compared to other escape room prices, more affordable. I did the room called Framed. The staff can be contacted by walkie, and while they won’t tell you how to solve your problem, they will try to direct you so you can solve it yourself.
At the end, we got to take group pics with the props they have.
We didn’t play any board games, however, I do know that there isn’t a cover/​fee for playing the games. You simply need to order something from the café (and the prices are very reasonable) and enjoy the games with your friends!
Will definitely be coming back to do more escape rooms, but also to enjoy some of their games; the location is super convenient for me!

Awesome place! The staff here are so friendly, and the food here is also really good.
I definitely recommend the mango basil smoothie and the peanut butter matcha man cookie. The smoothie had the perfect amount of basil flavour. And the matcha added a great touch to the cookie.
I also really liked the hot chocolate because it wasn’t overly sweet. I tried a roast beef vegetable panini, and it was good, but I felt it could’ve used more roast beef!
Popcorn snack was nice balance of sweet and salty. The chips didn’t stand out to me much.
Onto the board games and escape rooms: sizeable selection of board games, and fantastic playing environment (quite spacious interior). I did the Static escape room. It’s apparently the hardest one they had. I found the puzzles to be well done, and it looked like they put a lot of effort into decorating the rooms.
Would definitely return!

This was my first time at an Escape Room and I wouldn’t want to go to any other.
We did Framed and got out with just a couple minutes left to spare and it was just the right level in terms of difficulty.
I love that it’s a board game café and an escape room — it provides such a fun atmosphere with flexibility. Plus they have console games too! And awesome Tetris lamps. I need to find out where to get me some of those.
I really enjoyed the popcorn and the beautiful latte. Definitely need to try some of their other menu items.
The staff here are unbelievably amazing, literally the best service I’ve had, EVER. I love that they’re super friendly and approachable. A huge shout out to Dennis!
Can’t wait to come back!

Friendly staff. Knowledgable about the games, and very helpful.
I like that the space is big and bright. It doesn’t have that dark and cramped like other game rooms I’ve been to.
They have a really big selection of games, including retro video games.
There are 4 escape rooms and they are working on another. Lots of fun!
The have small snacks, desserts and Paninis. All of which are tasty. I’ve had the popcorn, chips, bacon and cheese panini and both of the smoothies. Would be nice if they had a liquor license, but not necessary.

Let me start off by saying the staff here is the bomb! From the moment you walk up the stairs, Vaughn (not John!) and team take care of you. They welcomed us in, explained the set up of the space, and got us up and running on Mario Kart on Nintedo 64! So damn nostalgic!
They’ve got four rooms you can pick from and I had the (mis)fortune of going into Static. That is one tough room or so I’m going to keep telling myself so I can sleep at night. Seriously speaking, they did a really great job with this room. It’ll really make you think.
After completing the room, we just chilled in the main area with some food, drink and board games. I had the bacon & cheese panini with the strawberry mint smoothie. The smoothie is delicious and refreshing. Don’t even think twice about it, order it now! The butter tart is divine — especially warmed up with ice cream on top. Yummmmm. They get their cookies from Red Bench located just up the street so you can’t go wrong there.
They have a big variety of board games to choose from, which hasn’t always been the case with the last two escape rooms I’ve been to. You can also chill and play some video games.
Thank you for the wonderful experience!

A great place to go with friends. Riddle Room encompasses great escape rooms, with a quality board game (and electronic game) selection and great café food. Out of all the escape places I have been to, this one is the ONLY one I have been to that has everything and is done well.
ESCAPE ROOM
When I look for a good escape place, I need to see good staging, non-​obvious puzzles and ambiance. The construction of the rooms is very good. I’ve seen a lot of chop shop room builds and this one was well finished. Maybe even to code (ignoring fake fixures in the rooms though). The props were thoughtful and worked within the design of the space. Thought was put into misleading participants slightly. Puzzles incorporated multiple aspects of the room, and it wasn’t like there was ONE puzzle per room that was like… «solve the soduko on this box and here is the key to this other box that has a clearly marked puzzle»… you have to work for it and that’s what makes it thrilling!
FOOD
My party tried an array of paninis, lattes and smoothies/​milkshakes. Everything we had was good. Milkshakes were rich in taste and tasted real. Paninis were made on sliced bread and had good flavour combinations. Also comes with chips and a light mayo dip. Latte art is definitely a highlight. I had a cute piggy on mine. I saw another girl who had a Totoro on hers. The quality art definitely adds to the latte experience. ;)
BOARD GAMES
Good selection of popular and niche games, all in great condition. The Settlers of Catan game we played was actually *new* still with pieces in plastic bags. We actually had to ask if we could play it because we weren’t sure if a game that was meant to be sold got mixed in with the rest. For the record, it doesn’t appear that any of RR’s games are up for sale. (But I didn’t ask)
BONUS
They have a photo booth right before you leave the escape room area where you can take pictures with your team. Photos can be shared on social media or emailed to you directly from the ipad. And you can tag the walls! So fun.