Winter is already breathing in the back of the head, dark evenings and slush do not cause a desire to take a leisurely walk even among regular lovers of this activity. But where to spend evenings with friends, a loved one or family? Bars and restaurants are, of course, a way out, but I want something new.
In many cities of Russia, a novelty appeared - a time cafe. This type of entertainment facility has already gained popularity not only among young people, but also among the adult population. The number of time cafes in Samara and the Samara region is growing steadily. This article will help you to navigate which of them are the most popular, will illuminate the list of entertainment services offered to guests in Samara institutions.
Time Cafe. What is it?
This type of institution has other names: anticafe, time club. In the territory of Russia and the CIS, this type of entertainment facility has appeared relatively recently. The time cafe in Samara is a place where you can have fun, chat, play games, as well as have a snack and drink hot tea or coffee.
The institution got its name for the reason that the time a visitor spends in it is paid per minute. The guest pays only for the time. There is no need to worry about the cost of snacks or a cup of coffee, as all the refreshments in the establishment are free.
The interior in such establishments is the most diverse, but for most visitors this is completely unimportant. There, their time passes for computer or board games, a cup of coffee and fun communication. Some come there to relax after a hard day's work or even to work, because there are specially equipped free zones - coworking. Information about the addresses of the time cafe in Samara can be found in this article. More details about some establishments will be described later.
This innovation is gaining in popularity. If at first the idea to pay for time seemed wild to visitors, now many already really like this type of institution. In a time cafe it is forbidden to smoke, alcoholic beverages are not sold, but you can come with your own snacks.
In the Samara region, time cafes are also very popular. But in the regional center there are most of them, for example, there are entire networks of establishments.
Time Cafe Ripe Place
Ripe Place is a network of cozy establishments. There are three of these time cafes in Samara:
- st. Sklyarenko 32;
- Moscow highway 53;
- st. Karl Marx 55.
Institutions are open daily from 12 noon to 5 in the morning.
"Ripe place" occupies a room of 350 square meters. meters, which by the standards of an ordinary cafe is simply unrealistic a lot. The hall is equipped with areas with upholstered furniture and a separate area for playing on the Xbox. Visiting the "ripe place", visitors can play:
- Xbox game consoles
- various board intellectual games;
- foosball or tennis.
The cafe staff are people who will help guests learn how to play games whose rules they still do not know. The establishment has a free buffet with a large selection of drinks and sweet snacks. Those who wish can order dishes from a partner cafe.
"Ripe place" - a time cafe in Samara, where you can celebrate children's and adult holidays. And in the cafe various actions are constantly held, there are still holiday special offers.
Time Cafe "Taste of Life"
This popular establishment is located on the street. Molodogvardeiskaya, 172. Visitors right from the doorstep plunge into the atmosphere of friendliness and comfort. Here they can drink aromatic tea, watch an interesting movie, listen to music and play games.
"Taste of Life" offers its guests:
- free wifi
- tea and desserts;
- screen and projector;
- assortment of board games;
- tablet and internet access;
- conducting seminars and trainings;
- conducting theme nights;
- master classes and much more.
The cafe does not cook food, does not sell alcohol, it is forbidden to smoke here, but it is allowed to bring snacks with you or order, for example, pizza by phone. If necessary, the atmosphere of the cafe is transformed. So, you can create a cozy booth for two or organize a large dance floor.
A time cafe in Samara is open every day, from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. The first hour costs 150 rubles, then payment is made per minute - 2 rubles. in a minute.
Kiwi Time Cafe
A very cozy establishment, which is ideal for communication and fun, as well as for work. The time club room is divided into several zones: coworking, an area for playing on the Xbox, a common room with tables, where visitors can drink coffee. Kiwi is also equipped with a movie room, which, if necessary, turns into a conference room. Here you can lead:
- competitions on board and computer games;
- evenings of poetry and literature;
- educational lectures and trainings;
- exhibitions and other events.
Kiwi time clubs are located at:
- st. Novo-Sadovaya 8, 1 building;
- st. Soviet Army 120.
The cost is 2 rubles. per minute during the first hour, the next time is paid at one ruble per minute.
Murzik. What it is?
Time-cafe Murzik opened in 2104. This is one of a kind institution where visitors can chat with pets. "Murzik" is located on the street. Mologvardeiskoy 63.
This idea came to us from Japan. Establishments where you can pet cats are designed for people who love these furry creatures, but who do not have the opportunity to start their houses. Murzik cooperates with the animal shelter Nadezhda. Thanks to this interaction, many animals have found new owners. Each animal that enters the Murzik club undergoes mandatory sanitary treatment. Vaccine pupils are vaccinated and sterilized. If necessary, animals are treated. Also, specially trained personnel are involved with cats, because they must be prepared for communication with people. Over the three years of the cafe's existence, about a hundred cats were attached in good hands. Any of the animals can be taken home after a preliminary conversation with an employee of the Nadezhda shelter.
The cost of visiting the Murzik time cafe is 200 rubles. first hour, then payment per minute (2 rubles per minute). As soon as the counter reaches 500 rubles, it stops. Especially for children there are discounts - 120 rubles. in an hour. For visiting with children, the cafe is open from 4 p.m. until 4 p.m.
Time Cafe "Idea"
This time club is located on 98 Molodogvardeiskaya Street and is open daily from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. If necessary, the institution can be open until the last guest. At the service of visitors:
- more than two dozen varieties of board games;
- free wifi
- gaming consoles;
- plasma tv.
A diverse program is held here daily, for example, role-playing games, master classes, live concerts and much more.
There is a room for lectures, seminars and trainings. Guests of the cafe can taste aromatic coffee prepared by a professional bartender, as well as about three dozen different varieties of tea and sweet snacks.
For those who are hungry, the cafe administrator will help you order pizza, rolls and other dishes from institutions that are nearby. In the cafe it is forbidden to drink alcohol, smoke and use foul language. The cost of the first 40 minutes is 2 rubles. per minute, the following hours are paid at 1 ruble per minute. As soon as the counter shows the amount of 400 rubles, it will stop. It turns out that for 400 rubles. You can spend all day in the cafe.
Advantages and disadvantages of a time cafe
Institutions of this type are very attracted by their aura of free space. There are many advantages that visiting a time cafe brings:
- This is a great opportunity to expand your social circle, make new friends, find your love.
- For beginners who do not know the city, a time cafe is a chance to meet people and get comfortable in the surroundings.
- The time café has free drinks and sweet snacks.
- This is a convenient place for seminars, lectures and trainings.
But the institution has its drawbacks:
- for some, the ban on smoking is a serious flaw;
- the inability to gather friends who do not want to pay for the time spent in the cafe;
- time cafes are not suitable for those who do not like noisy gatherings.
