We just really love games.

We just really love OCNJ & games.

Hi! We’re Nick & Lauren—partners in life, business, and entirely too many board game rematches.

We created The Board Room because, like many people, we were spending more time scrolling than actually connecting. So we hit pause on the screens and hit play on something better: gathering around a table, laughing too hard, and maybe getting just a little too competitive over a game of Exploding Kittens or a 500-piece Gray Malin puzzle.

We’re certainly members of the digital age—but we also think there’s magic in unplugging. The Board Room is our love letter to that magic. It’s a stay-and-play game space where phones go face-down, snacks get shared, and fun is very much back in style.

Come solo or bring the crew. Browse, play, puzzle, snack, and rediscover what it’s like to hang out in real life. Whether you're a board game newbie, a puzzle pro, or someone who just needs a break from the feed—we’ve got a seat at the table for you.

Game on. Phones off. Dopamine on deck.

Meet the Team

  • NICK

    FOUNDER

    Raised on puzzles, board games, and friendly sibling rivalries, I grew up believing the best memories are made around a game table, not a screen. I started this business to bring people together the old school way: with laughter, strategy, and maybe a little competitive chaos. Disconnect to reconnect - it’s way more fun than you remember!

  • LAUREN

    TEAM RANDO

    We’re always looking for family fun, especially in the off-season. Our best laughs were from playing games together and ditching our electronics that we’re so addicted to. Our town deserved a new community spot to crack up, pretend its 1999, and throw down over some cardboard.

    It’s not just about board games (though Nick really loves to win)—it’s about creating an unplugged space with great vibes where connection wins every time.

  • THE DUDE

    MORAL SUPPORT

    Literally just here for the vibes.