World Chess Club Berlin — Restaurant in Berlin

Had a strange and disjointed visit to Chess Club Berlin with a feeling that we were interrupting their space by being there.

Had been looking online and planning to visit for many weeks and finally made it with a friend. We planned to have coffee and have a bite as well as play chess midday.

Asking a bit how the chess timers on the table worked, the first person had no idea and then another person came to help but admitted that they knew very little. We first ordered coffee and tea which were nice. For the food, I asked for advice between three items on the menu and the server excitedly recommended the matzo ball soup so I gladly accepted their recommendation. Shortly after, she came back saying that they don’t have that right now. When I mentioned that either of the two earlier options would work, she explained that the reason that she suggested the soup was because the two other options they didn’t have either. A bit confused, I decided not to order food.

During our first game of chess, two women came in to do the business’ social media and while we were the only customers in the space, they set-up pictures right next to us, with the photographer standing with her back almost touching our table which felt strange as the rest of the rather large space was open.

During our second timed game (a rapid 5 minute game), the social media team interrupted us to ask if they could film us. With a language barrier, it was a bit frustrating as the time on our clock was counting quickly down and we didn’t know how to pause it.

At the end of our time at World Chess Club, one of the people, not our server, explained that they were between seasonal menus which is why so many listed items were unavailable. He also said that the chef would have gladly come out and talk to us about other options! That would have been so nice, but we were now on our way out the door. The door is also a window which is narrow, inconspicuous, and we found quite difficult to open.

The space is beautiful and the chess sets were nice to play on. Pricey for the coffee and tea but expected in this part of Mitte. I think they still have some kinks to work out. I might come back again at a later time and see if these things are running more smoothly but this is a place that I would be hesitant to recommend...

Best Dating spot! I came all the way from Italy to visit a girl, I really love chess and am ok at the game (1900fide), well she says maybe you can teach me? So we look for a chess club and find this AMAZING wunderBAR Spot that is also cute. The bartenders were so nice and said since they have a classical tournament in the other hall they don't have many pieces left so they gave her 2 queens. It's ok she's a beginner right? Well she pulls out 10 moves of mainline fantasy caro kann instantly ?!🤣 it's not the best variation for white, but with 2 queens is not that bad really! Eventually she gets mated with a double knights smothered mate but I reckon she let me win. The experience was great, the Chess boards very cute, the game amazing, the girl astonished, and the customer service impeccable. My only regret is not to have asked "Check, mate" when I had to pay but I thought it sounded rude 🤣

Would definitely come again each time I visit and maybe one day I'll propose there to the girl.

Game review: Accuracy 100.0 !!‼️ Moves: 1 (the bartender was So nice) Blunders: 1 (not letting her win) Recommended course: come back...

This was our first time here, with our chess-obsessed kid. The waitress was really nice, and very tolerant of our children making a mess. The chess boards are on every table (with clock) and are very solid and nice to play. The interior decor is 'industrial chic', which unfortunately makes it rather cold and uncosy... not our thing, but others may like that style. Food is expensive (ca. 13 euro for a currywurst) but really good quality. The Blitz tournament was well organised, friendly and our son loved it. Will definitely come back, a nice place to while...