Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

01/14/2026

With the roads being the way they are, for our safety and yours, we've decided to close early today.
Please be safe and warm. We'll see you tomorrow!

01/13/2026

Sometimes running a business is taking a virtual marketing class while making coffee.

01/12/2026

Whats better then a Sweet Treat and a fuzzy creature? Dice, Enamel pins, and board games that feature both!

Come “adopt” our new Pastry Pet dice and enamal pin sets or play Critter Kitchen; a Dice Tower Awarded order fulfillment game.

01/12/2026

This week's Newsletter is out now! Check it out.

UPDATESI sent out our Annual Grind Newsletter last week. It's the annual recap of the cafe goals and accomplishments, as well as setting new goals for the next year. Give it a look if you're interested. HIGHLIGHTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS:I had the honor of planning the 2025 Holiday/2026 Kick-Off Party for A...

01/11/2026

Linner Bakery is here until 3pm today and selling fast! They have a variety of Gluten Free, Dairy Free & Vegan options! Stop by now before it's all gone.

01/09/2026

I love that even with the weather we still have RPGs going and everyone in the building is playing Daggerheart by Darrington Press!

01/08/2026

Oh My goodness I missed adding this adorable addition to the floor in my last post! Look at the ducky! 🐤

01/08/2026

We got really tired of the eyesore of the messed up floors so, we got silly with it and invited customers to come paint them! Check out all the pretty new art on our floors. Which are your favorites?

01/05/2026

Happy 2 Year Work-a-Versary to Ashton! This place wouldn't be the same without him. Send your love, shout-outs, and best Alchemist moments in the comments!

01/05/2026

Nothing like the smell of a good Medium Dark Roast in the morning
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01/05/2026

January's Specials at Critical Grind!

Remember, if you LOVED one of our previous specials, as long as we still have the ingredients, you can order them all year round.

01/05/2026

Cafe closed early to take the staff out for a Post-Holiday Thank You Dinner. This year we went to Sovereign in Plainfield.

I don't have all the words for how much I appreciate our team. This year had some ups and downs but we persevered and made it through and it wouldn't have happened without our staff.

Here's to kicking off another successful year at Critical Grind! Can't wait until you all see what's to come!