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Find the best chess venues in Bucharest, Romania. Browse 4 chess clubs, cafés, and parks where you can play over-the-board chess.

All 4 chess venues in Bucharest, Romania

List last updated: 2026-08-24

• 1UP Gamers Pub — bar, Str. D. I. Mendeleev 29, 030167 București, Romania · chess boards available, drinks
• Bucharest Geek Hub — bar, Strada Covaci 6, Mansarda, 030167 București, Romania · chess boards available, drinks
• Snakes & Wizards — café, Strada Ilarie Chendi 5, 021503 București, Romania · chess boards available, drinks
• The Square Chess Studio — club, Strada Corbeni 34, 030167 București, Romania · chess boards available, hosts tournaments

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Questions about chess in Bucharest

Where can I play chess in Bucharest?

Checkmate IRL maps 4 places to play chess in Bucharest: 1 chess club, 1 café and 2 bars. They include The Square Chess Studio, Snakes & Wizards and 1UP Gamers Pub.

Is there a chess club in Bucharest?

Yes: The Square Chess Studio.

Is there a chess café or chess bar in Bucharest?

Yes. 1 café and 2 bars in Bucharest are listed as places to play chess: 1UP Gamers Pub, Bucharest Geek Hub and Snakes & Wizards.

Are there chess tournaments or events in Bucharest?

The Square Chess Studio hosts tournaments.

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