
Chez Geeks Montreal Hobby Shop
Rating
Price
Free
Duration
1-2 hours
Best Ages
6-17
About
Chez Geeks Montreal Hobby Shop on Rue Jean-Talon is a dedicated tabletop gaming store that appeals to families with school-age kids and teens who love board games, trading cards, and role-playing games. The shop carries a deep selection of strategy games, party games, and family-friendly titles alongside more advanced hobby supplies like miniatures and paint sets.
For families visiting Montreal, this is a great rainy-day stop. Kids who are into Pokemon cards, Magic: The Gathering, or Dungeons & Dragons will feel right at home. The staff can point you toward cooperative games that work well for mixed-age groups, which is helpful if you're shopping for something the whole family can play at the hotel or Airbnb.
The store is on the smaller side, so strollers can be tricky to navigate through the aisles. It's best suited for kids around 6 and up who can browse independently. Teens especially love it because the selection goes well beyond what you'd find at a big-box retailer.
The Jean-Talon area has plenty of food options nearby, including the famous Jean-Talon Market just a short walk away, where you can grab crepes, fresh pastries, and seasonal produce. Plan to combine a visit here with a market trip for a full morning or afternoon out.
Age Suitability
Parent Logistics
Stroller-Friendly
Limited
Nursing / Changing
Not Available
Kid Meals
N/A
Setting
Indoor
Rainy Day
Great option!
Plan Your Visit
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons when it's less crowded
Wait Times
No wait
Nearby Food
Jean-Talon Market is a short walk away with crepes, pastries, fresh fruit, and sit-down restaurants. Several pizza spots and delis line Rue Jean-Talon as well.
Why Kids Love It
Chez Geeks is packed wall-to-wall with board games, card games, RPG supplies, and collectibles that kids go wild for. Older kids can spend ages reading the backs of game boxes and discovering titles they've never seen before. The staff genuinely knows their inventory and can recommend age-appropriate games on the spot.
Pro Tips from Parents
- Ask staff for recommendations by age group -- they're incredibly knowledgeable about family games
- Visit on a weekday afternoon for quieter browsing and more one-on-one help from staff
- Pair this visit with a trip to Jean-Talon Market, which is a 10-minute walk away
What to Bring
- A list of games your kids already own so you don't buy duplicates
- Cash or card -- both accepted
- A bag for purchases since the shop may not always have large bags
Cost Info
Free Admission
Estimated Cost (Family of 4)
$0-$80 depending on purchases.
Board games range from $20-$60 CAD.
No admission fee to browse.
Tips to Save
- Just browsing is free.
- Check their Facebook page for sales events.
- Bring your own games for open play nights if available.
Hours & Contact
Hours
- Friday
- 12:00 – 9:00 PM
- Monday
- 12:00 – 9:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 12:00 – 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 12:00 – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 12:00 – 9:00 PM

