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Chess in Cincinnati

You can play chess at 3 places in Cincinnati: 2 cafés and 1 bar. Cafés and bars: Highland Coffee House, The 86 Coffee Bar and Oddfellows Liquor Bar.

Where to play chess in Cincinnati: 3 places, 2 cafés and 1 bar. Map and addresses on Checkmate IRL.

All 3 chess venues in Cincinnati, United States

List last updated: 2026-11-03

• Highland Coffee House — café, 2839 Highland Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45219, United States · chess boards available, drinks
• Oddfellows Liquor Bar — bar, 2014 Elm St, Cincinnati, OH 45202, USA · drinks
• The 86 Coffee Bar — café, 2900 Jefferson Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45219, United States · chess boards available, drinks

Social chess clubs in Cincinnati

Casual club nights with their own name and crowd, separate from the places above. Most move between venues, so check the club for the next date.

• Knightlife

All social chess clubs in Cincinnati

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Questions about chess in Cincinnati

Where can I play chess in Cincinnati?

Checkmate IRL maps 3 places to play chess in Cincinnati: 2 cafés and 1 bar. They include Highland Coffee House and Oddfellows Liquor Bar.

Is there a chess café or chess bar in Cincinnati?

Yes. 2 cafés and 1 bar in Cincinnati are listed as places to play chess: Highland Coffee House, The 86 Coffee Bar and Oddfellows Liquor Bar.

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