Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe Relocating From Portland to Vancouver

Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe is relocating from Portland to downtown Vancouver, Washington, with a new 4,119-square-foot space slated to open by early January 2027, according to reports from The Columbian and whatnow.com.

The move changes the tabletop gaming hub's operations, which previously took place in Portland’s Hollywood District. The business closed its location at 3738 NE Sandy Blvd in August after roughly two and a half years of operation, The Columbian reported.

The new storefront will sit at 1005 Broadway, positioned on the corner of Broadway and Evergreen Boulevard. This location aims to provide a dedicated venue for the gaming community in Southwest Washington, whatnow.com reported.

Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe Is Moving to Downtown Vancouver — Photo: whatnow.com

The upcoming Vancouver facility is designed to accommodate a variety of gaming styles and social interactions. The planned layout includes a cafe area, a retail section, and a dedicated space for tournaments and group play.

To cater to smaller groups, the business will feature three private gaming rooms, each capable of seating up to eight people, according to newschunks.com. The cafe’s food service will be supported by daily baked goods supplied by Saint Honore Bakery, whatnow.com reported.

While the new location is still under development, the cafe intends to maintain the core offerings that defined its Portland presence. This includes a diverse mix of tabletop games such as Dungeons & Dragons, Magic: The Gathering, and Warhammer, as well as popular board games like Catan, Azul, and Ticket to Ride.

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The business also plans to continue its lending library service. According to provided business information, customers can rent nearly 200 board games for $5 for a three-day period.

The transition to Clark County involves a multi-month preparation period. While the primary goal is to be operational no later than early January 2027, there is a possibility of an open house occurring in mid-December 2026, though newschunks.com noted this event has not been officially confirmed.

Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe Relocating From Portland to Vancouver — Photo: newschunks.com

The move represents a geographic pivot for owner Steve Coker. The cafe originally opened in January 2024 as a board game and coffee concept, according to whatnow.com.