Cake or Dice

89 Commercial St, Dundee DD1 2AF, United Kingdom
+44 7713 862290
$$$ Cafe
(75 Reviews)
Price Range £1–10

Welcome to Cake or Dice, a hidden gem nestled at 89 Commercial St, Dundee DD1 2AF. This delightful café is not just a place to grab a bite—it's a vibrant sanctuary for board game enthusiasts, art lovers, and anyone seeking a warm and welcoming community atmosphere.

As you step inside, you'll notice the inviting decor and the friendly buzz of patrons engaged in games and conversations. This cozy café strikes the perfect balance between lively and laid-back, making it an ideal spot for everything from a casual coffee with friends to an invigorating game night.

Cake or Dice boasts a deliciously simple yet satisfying menu to complement its spirited environment. Start your day with a hearty breakfast roll featuring options like succulent sausage, crispy bacon, or a perfectly fried egg. For those midday cravings, the café offers a variety of drinks, including their well-loved latte and hot chocolate, both priced at £3.50. While the café is a haven for games, it also provides a delightful selection of snacks, such as the toddler snack plate (£3.50) and sandwiches, perfect for sharing between rounds of intense gameplay or arts and crafts workshops.

What makes this café truly stand out is its impressive selection of board games. With a focus on nurturing a laid-back yet interactive environment, Cake or Dice invites guests to dive into its wide array of games—from classics to modern favorites—ensuring laughter and friendly competition fill the air. The sense of community is palpable, as many patrons return week after week, forming bonds over shared interests.

Customer experiences echo the welcoming atmosphere. Rachel Young describes it as a "great atmosphere with friendly staff," while Max Doré emphasizes the café's supportive vibe. T.J. Burgin appreciates the energy of the space, mentioning how it becomes "full of joy" while people play and connect. These testimonies reflect the heart of Cake or Dice—an inclusive space where everyone feels at home.

Additionally, the café supports local artists by showcasing handmade crafts and unique gifts, adding a touch of charm and character that patrons love to explore. Each visit promises not only delicious food and drinks but also an opportunity to discover something unique and local.

In summary, Cake or Dice is more than just a café; it's a community hub where food, fun, and creativity collide. Whether you're after a relaxing afternoon with a book, a spirited board game session with friends, or a chance to connect with fellow local artists, Cake or Dice is waiting to welcome you into its lively embrace.

From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Service options
On-site services
Takeaway
Dine-in
Delivery
Highlights
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Breakfast
Lunch
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop
Accessibility
Assistive hearing loop
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible seating
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Offerings
Coffee
Free water refills
Happy-hour food
Healthy options
Late-night food
Organic dishes
Prepared foods
Quick bite
Small plates
Vegan options
Vegetarian options
Dining options
Breakfast
Brunch
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Amenities
Gender-neutral toilets
Toilet
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Trendy
Crowd
Family friendly
Groups
LGBTQ+ friendly
Tourists
Transgender safe space
Planning
Brunch reservations recommended
Lunch reservations recommended
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
Meal coupons
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
High chairs
Kids' menu
Parking
Paid street parking
Parking
Pets
Dogs allowed
Dogs allowed inside
Dogs allowed outside
Openings Hours

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

01:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Thursday

01:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Friday

01:30 PM - 10:00 PM

Saturday

12:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sunday

12:00 PM - 07:00 PM

75 Reviews
Rachel Young

21 Aug 2025

Great atmosphere, friendly staff and volunteers. Safe space for all. Brilliant board games.

Max Doré

14 Aug 2025

I always love going into Cake or Dice! The staff are always so friendly and welcoming, and create such an accepting atmosphere. They have a great board game selection, and the hot chocolate and milkshakes are delicious (I haven't actually tried the food, so the food part of my review is solely for the drinks). One of my favourite parts of Cake or Dice are all the items from independent businesses for sale. I love taking my time to look around at what's new, and it makes the place feel so colourful! I don't travel to Dundee very much, but whenever I do I always try and time it to a day/time when Cake or Dice is open so I can pop in! The only downside I can think of is there is no parking, however it is just a short walk from the city centre, so it's not enough of a detriment to lose a star in my opinion. All in all, I would 100% recommend visiting Cake or Dice ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Anne-Marie Curran

10 Aug 2025

We always get a friendly welcome when we pop in here. Nice space to catch up with friends, play some games or simply to sit and chill. Good selection of food and snacks and the coffee is great, especially and it's served in lovely big mugs, giving that homely feel to the place. I thoroughly recommend the Mango and Chicken salad, it tastes as great as it looks!

T.J. Burgin

30 Jul 2025

This is a regular Friday night hunt for us and honestly I love it so much. It can be a little loud (full of joy and people happily playing board games and drinking coffee and eating sandwiches) but the energy of the entire venue is top tier. It’s such a friendly and welcoming environment with a very strong community. The shop stands around the cafe are full of delightful locally made crafts and nerdy stuff and the owners always have the most lovely welcoming smiles on their faces.

Hannah Fisher

27 Jul 2025

A great social venue, staff are all extremely friendly. I've attended some arts and crafts events here and come down regularly for a weekly game night - excellent for meeting new people who share interests. Diverse range of ages and a massive selection of board games and tabletop available to rent if you're looking for something fun to do on an afternoon or evening. It's not all games-focused though, I often see people just in for a coffee and a chat or for some lunch. Lovely atmosphere. Definitely recommend!

ChefLonkey Conkey

14 Jul 2025

Lovely place. Staff are very helpful and inclusive. Food is great especially the cakes. Wide selection of board games and trinkets from local artists to look at. Overall, good place to hang with friends or even by yourself and is a great place to meet new people from all walks of life.

Owen Lee

12 Jun 2025

Cake or Dice is a Lovely independent nook of fun in Dundee. It's filled with plenty of character and a great atmosphere. I also enjoy the workshops put on that really gives a sense of community in such a populated area. The food is decent, well priced and recommend also, my only suggestion if not already implemented. would be no food zones given the activities about to prevent damage to games ect. I would recommend for anyone above the age of thirteen, or young adults.

Ash Alexander

05 Jun 2025

I love it here. Affordable tasty food, friendly staff, and a great selection of board games. They run lots of arts & crafts workshops too, and I’ve really enjoyed the ones I’ve been too. I also like that they sell a variety of cool dice, jewellery, accessories, stickers and gifts made by local independent artists.

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