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Temple Arden

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A social games bar/cafe spot, open all week for board games and specialty coffees, and open late on Friday nights for cocktails and beers.

Bring some friends or make new ones. Or don't play at all, and try the selection of local and imported craft beers and cocktails.

With a wide selection of free board games to try, plus a rotating selection of new and retro video games such as Mario Kart, Super Smash Brothers and Street Fighter, there's something for all players, experienced or otherwise.

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Day Times
Monday
  • 7.30am - 3pm 7.30am - 3pm
Tuesday
  • 7.30am - 3pm 7.30am - 3pm
Wednesday
  • 7.30am - 3pm 7.30am - 3pm
Thursday
  • 7.30am - 3pm 7.30am - 3pm
Friday
  • 7.30am - 11pm 7.30am - 11pm
Saturday
  • 9am - 6pm 9am - 6pm
Sunday
  • 9am - 3.30pm 9am - 3.30pm

Location

Temple Arden
135 Arden St
North Melbourne 3051

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  • telephone number: 0493 219 268
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