The Tavern — GM network & event automation
For board game cafe owners

Your expert GM network, automated

Stop scrambling for game masters. We connect vetted GMs to your schedule.

No spam. 2,000+ cafes in early access.

The problem

Finding GMs is a constant bottleneck

Manual scheduling eats time, and inconsistent GM quality hurts your event reputation.

Scarce experienced GMs

Your cafe needs reliable game masters, but the local talent pool is shallow and unvetted.

Manual scheduling chaos

Coordinating GM availability, game type, and cafe capacity is a spreadsheet nightmare.

Missed new player opportunities

Without a steady GM roster, you cancel events and lose potential regulars.

The Tavern effect

Consistent, vetted GMs on autopilot

Our platform matches your event needs with a curated network of experienced game masters.

Vetted GM network

Every GM is reviewed for experience, reliability, and teaching skill. No more cold outreach.

Auto-scheduling

GM availability, game type, and cafe capacity sync into a perfect weekly calendar.

Higher event fill rates

Cafes using The Tavern run 3x more learn-to-play events with consistent quality.

01 / Features

Everything you need to run a thriving event program

01

GM profile creation

Experienced GMs build detailed profiles showcasing games they teach, availability, and ratings.

02

Cafe event listing

List your learn-to-play events with game, time, and capacity — visible to your local GM network.

03

Automated GM matching

Our algorithm pairs each event with the best available GM based on game expertise and location.

04

Basic event calendar

A clean, embeddable calendar shows your upcoming events — staff and customers stay informed.

05

Rating & review system

Cafes and players rate GMs after each event, building a quality signal for future matches.

06

Smart analytics dashboard

Track event performance, GM utilization, and player growth — all in one dashboard.

Real impact
3x

More events per week

87%

GM fill rate

2,000+

Cafes in early access

Based on pilot data from 45 board game cafes, Q1 2025

02 / How it works

Three steps to a full event calendar

01

Create your cafe profile

Tell us your location, capacity, and the games you love. We’ll introduce you to nearby GMs.

02

List your events

Pick a game, time, and player cap. Our system matches the best available GM instantly.

03

Watch your calendar fill

Events auto-publish, GMs confirm, and your cafe becomes the go‑to spot for learning games.

Pricing

Plans built for every cafe

Starter

For small cafes testing the waters

49€ /month
  • Up to 10 events/month
  • 5 GM profiles
  • Basic calendar
Get started
Most popular

Pro

For growing event programs

129€ /month
  • Up to 40 events/month
  • Unlimited GM profiles
  • Analytics dashboard
  • Priority support
Get started

Enterprise

For multi-cafe chains

299€ /month
  • Unlimited events
  • Multi-cafe management
  • Dedicated account manager
  • Custom integrations
Get started

Ready to fill your calendar with expert GMs?

Join 2,000+ cafes already using The Tavern.

Free tier available. No credit card required.

Questions

Frequently asked

How does GM vetting work?+

Every GM submits a profile with game experience, references, and a short video. Our team reviews each application before they can accept events.

Can I use my own GMs?+

Absolutely. You can invite your existing GMs to create profiles. They keep their ratings and history.

What happens if a GM cancels?+

Our system instantly offers the slot to the next best available GM. You’ll get a notification with the replacement details.

Is there a free trial?+

Yes. Starter plan includes a 14-day free trial. No credit card needed. You can cancel anytime.

Do you integrate with my POS?+

We offer API access on the Enterprise plan. Standard integrations include Square, Toast, and Lightspeed.