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What happens when you combine great food and Southern hospitality with the royal game of chess? You get an experience that is uniquely Memphian. The Memphis Chess Club, founded in 1877, has been reinvented to include a full service cafè, making it a one-of-a-kind destination within the historic walls of 195 Madison Avenue. The Memphis Chess Club is the perfect place for people of all ages to enjoy a meal from the cafè, as well as observe, play and even learn the game of chess. Whether you are looking for a fantastic cup of coffee with a delicious meal or a fierce game of chess, the Memphis Chess Club will have you feeling right at home.What happens when you combine great food and Southern hospitality with the royal game of chess? You get an experience that is uniquely Memphian. The Memphis Chess Club, founded in 1877, has been reinvented to include a full service cafè, making it a one-of-a-kind destination within the historic walls of 195 Madison Avenue. The Memphis Chess Club is the perfect place for people of all ages to enjoy a meal from the cafè, as well as observe, play and even learn the game of chess. Whether you are looking for a fantastic cup of coffee with a delicious meal or a fierce game of chess, the Memphis Chess Club will have you feeling right at home.