Milwaukee's Gaming Bookstore & Lounge
A one-of-a-kind tabletop
gaming destination in Milwaukee.
Tabletop Bookshelf launched in 2024 as an online destination for people who love indie tabletop RPGs, solo games, and all the creativity and artistry in the TTRPG space.
In 2026 we opened our physical location in Walker's Point, Milwaukee, with real shelves you can browse, tables you can play at, and staff who are genuinely excited to help you discover your next favorite game.
We're proudly located near the birthplace of tabletop roleplaying games, and happy to extend that tradition locally in new ways, to new audiences.
The lounge is open.
Comfortable gaming tables available for drop-in play or advance reservation. Perfect for a regular campaign, a first session with a new group, or just trying out a game before you buy it.
Bring your crew, bring your dice, bring your appetite.
Need someone to run your game? Let us run it for you.
Game Store? Book store? Why not both?
Indie Game Book Store
Our collection is curated, not algorithmic. Every title on our shelves is chosen because we believe in it. Indie RPGs, solo games, journaling games, zines, and small-press releases from independent creators alongside a curated selection of fiction and non-fiction. You'll find things here you've never seen before.
Gifts
Dice, accessories, gaming supplies, and gifts for the TTRPG lover in your life... or yourself. Curated the same way we curate everything else: with thought and intention.
Provisions
Snacks and drinks to fuel your session. Every good adventure needs proper provisions. We've got a curated selection of tasty options you won't find in the big box stores.
Community Events
Game nights, author events, new release celebrations, designer meet-ups, and more. Follow us on social, bookmark our events calendar, or join our Discord to stay in the loop.
Exceptional Service
We live and breathe tabletop RPGs and solo games. Come in with a question, a vibe, a genre, or a mood. We'll find you something worth playing.
Milwaukee's Own.
Tabletop Bookshelf is the project of long-time gamerunner and 4th-generation Milwaukeean Tom Gibes.
Play Your Story
Looking for a fully run experience? Our in-house GMs run private group sessions for 3–8 players — no experience required, no prep needed.
- Learn to Play — 2 hours · your group picks the system · from $125
- One Shot Adventure — 2–4 hours · tailored adventure built around your group · from $175
- Dream Campaign — ongoing arc · recurring slot · from $200/session
Great for birthdays, date nights, bachelor and bachelorette parties, family game night, and corporate team outings.
Book a session ↗Located in Milwaukee's creative Walker's Point neighborhood, near the Historic Third Ward.
Tabletop Bookshelf134 W Pittsburgh Ave
Milwaukee, WI 53204
(414) 395-2167
Hours
| Monday – Thursday | 11am – 7pm |
| Friday | 11am – 8pm |
| Saturday | 10am – 8pm |
| Sunday | 10am – 6pm |
Parking
Book the whole space.
Tabletop Bookshelf is a unique venue for your next small group event. Reach out to support@tabletopbookshelf.com to learn how you can reserve our private game room, lounge space, and gaming tables for groups of 4 to 24.