House Rules Lounge

4.9 ( 596 reviews )
Checking... 12:00 AM - 11:00 PM See Hours
$10–20
404 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503, United States

House Rules Lounge is a hidden gem located in Grand Rapids, MI, where food and fun blend seamlessly. This board gaming bar has garnered rave reviews from patrons like Brittni Holverson, who loves the affordable rental tables and extensive game selection. Families can enjoy quality time together while sampling delicious snacks.

Guests like Matthew Taylor praise the mouthwatering sliders and crispy waffle fries that elevate the dining experience. With an impressive drink menu, including both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options, the lounge ensures everyone finds something they like. The atmosphere is sleek yet cozy, making it ideal for a night out with friends or a casual gathering.

Customers rave about the friendly staff who are eager to make the experience even better by expert game recommendations. Jessi Frankhouse and A Reynolds particularly appreciated the quick service and delectable dishes, such as the ya ya fries and pretzel. For those traveling from afar, like Mark Giblin from Florida, House Rules Lounge is worth every mile. With a diverse range of board games and an inviting ambiance, this lounge is a must-visit for game enthusiasts and food lovers alike.

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Kerbside pickup
    • Delivery
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
    • On-site services
  • Highlights
    • Fast service
    • Great beer selection
    • Great cocktails
  • Popular for
    • Dinner
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Offerings
    • Alcohol
    • Beer
    • Cocktails
    • Coffee
    • Comfort food
    • Happy-hour drinks
    • Happy-hour food
    • Spirits
    • Wine
  • Dining options
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Dessert
    • Seating
    • Table service
  • Amenities
    • Bar on site
    • Toilet
    • Wi-Fi
    • Wi-Fi
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Transgender safe space
    • University students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid parking lot
    • Paid street parking
    • Parking

Reviews For House Rules Lounge

Brittni Holverson
Jul 1,2025
Affordable and fun! What a great way to have fun with friends. Rent a table (cheap!) bring or buy some snacks and play board games to your hearts content. Family friendly! Good selection of games to choose from, great way to try out new games. Highly recommend if you are into board games.
Matthew Taylor
Jun 15,2025
Went here for the first time for lunch and love the food! These sliders and waffle fries were on point. Large selection of beverages and games to choose from. Need to come here for euchre on Thursday nights.
Jessi Frankhouse
May 20,2025
Came here for a friend’s birthday, food was delicious and affordable. Plenty of alcoholic and NA beverages options and the service was quick and amazing! Definitely coming back! Highly recommend getting the ya ya fries and pretzel!
A Reynolds
May 15,2025
This board gaming bar is a must-visit for any game lover! They have an incredible variety of games, from classics to modern strategy favorites, so there’s always something new to try. The atmosphere is sleek and modern while still feeling cozy—perfect for a night of gaming with friends. The food is outstanding, with unique and creative dishes that go way beyond typical bar fare. Every bite is a surprise in the best way! On top of that, the staff is excellent—super friendly, helpful, and always ready to recommend a great game. Whether you’re a hardcore gamer or just looking for a fun night out, this place is a winner.
Mark Giblin
Apr 28,2025
Traveled from Florida and found house rules, and what a great find. This place is amazing with every board game you could think of, every drink you could think of and the most delicious food! I love the coolers with all the different options and the bartenders make some amazing drinks. I would definitely go out of my way To visit this place again and again.
Raquel King
Apr 20,2025
This place is freaking awesome! Ashley was super helpful with my beer/food selection and the other bartenders were great too :) Loved the vibes, and the vast number of options for games and drinks. It was so lively and inclusive here that can't wait to come back!
Marc Williams
Mar 28,2025
Best place to eat amazing food, have a cold one, have a game night, have a first or last date. I have been to many gaming lounges throughout Michigan but this one beats them all! The staff is super friendly, and helpful, the prices are rock bottom, and the atmosphere is just so chill!!! I am sad I am moving out of mi bc I'll miss this place so much Update 20250608 This place is still amazing and only getting better. They also validate parking for tabs over 30
Sara VanderWal
Mar 9,2025
Amazing selection of games - as expected - and beverages, which was less expected. We tried a salted caramel root beer and peach cider. The food was delicious and served quickly - we had the pizza poutine, steak sandwich and mozzarella sticks - all delicious!

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