DES MOINES, Iowa — The city’s first game lounge and cafe with a full restaurant and bar opens this weekend at 300 SW 5th Street in Des Moines.

The Rook Room features hundreds of board games and puzzles, with staff on hand to explain rules and recommend games.

The owners say opening a unique space presented a few challenges, but they are excited to see how it plays out.

“Now that we are here, we are excited to keep expanding the idea of what any kind of space could be and help build that kind of third space that’s not work and it’s not home. It’s that third space that you can go and be yourself and build strong relationships,” said co-owner Anelise Tarnowski.

The Grand Opening Celebration is from 7:00 a.m. to midnight on Saturday, May 31^st. You can learn more about the space and what the Rook Room has to offer by checking out its Facebook page.