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Find chess venues in Johannesburg: clubs, cafés, and community spaces for over-the-board chess.

All 7 chess venues in Johannesburg, South Africa

List last updated: 2026-08-24

• 44 Stanley Beer Yard — café, 44 Stanley Ave, Milpark, Johannesburg, 2092 · drinks
• Joubert Park — park venue, Joubert Park, Johannesburg · chess boards available
• Kitchener’s Carvery Bar — bar, 71 Juta St, Braamfontein, Johannesburg, 2017 · drinks
• Melville Koppies Entrance — park venue, 4 Judith Rd, Emmarentia, Johannesburg, 2195
• The Living Room Jozi — bar, 5th Floor, Main Change Building, 20 Kruger St, Maboneng, Johannesburg, 2094 · drinks
• The Wanderers Club (Chariots Bar) — bar, 21 North St, Illovo, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa · drinks
• Wanderers Chess Club — club, The Wanderers Club, 21 North St, Illovo, Sandton, 2196, South Africa · chess boards available, drinks, hosts tournaments

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Questions about chess in Johannesburg

Where can I play chess in Johannesburg?

Checkmate IRL maps 7 places to play chess in Johannesburg: 1 chess club, 1 café, 3 bars and 2 outdoor spots. They include Wanderers Chess Club, 44 Stanley Beer Yard and Kitchener’s Carvery Bar.

Is there a chess club in Johannesburg?

Yes: Wanderers Chess Club.

Is there a chess café or chess bar in Johannesburg?

Yes. 1 café and 3 bars in Johannesburg are listed as places to play chess, including 44 Stanley Beer Yard, Kitchener’s Carvery Bar and The Living Room Jozi.

Where can I play chess outdoors in Johannesburg?

2 outdoor spots are listed: Melville Koppies Entrance and Joubert Park.

Are there chess tournaments or events in Johannesburg?

Wanderers Chess Club hosts tournaments.

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