Chance & Encounters, which opened in Merrion Street earlier this month, took over the prominent spot that was formerly occupied by the Yard & Coop restaurant, which closed last year.
The revamped spot offers more than 500 board games to choose from, with coffee by day, and craft beer and burgers by night.
It’s a novel idea and has already got people in the city talking, with free-to-play games on the ground floor and a bigger, bespoke gaming area for enthusiasts upstairs.
So, for excited board game players in Leeds, here’s your first look around this new city centre venue –

7. Chance & Counters
Steve Cownie, managing director of Chance & Counters, said: “We’re beyond excited to be in Leeds. We’ve been looking here for nearly three years and when we found this spot on Merrion Street we knew it was the one." Photo: Tony Johnson


9. Chance & Counters
The cafés are centred around a library of more than 500 board games, ranging from old-school family favourites to the latest new releases. Photo: Tony Johnson

10. Chance & Counters
There's also space to catch up over a drink with friends. Photo: Tony Johnson


12. Chance & Counters
The venue feels light and airy, with plenty of space to enjoy your favourite games. Photo: Tony Johnson


