The Good Knight
The Good Knight has achieved a score of 9.6 out of 10 based on 325 customer reviews.
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  • 🕑 Today working hours: 12:00-00:30
  • Price Range: €€ Moderately expensive
  • ❌ Takeaway
  • ✅ Dine-in
  • ❌ Delivery

Norway's first chess pub, The Good Knight opened in Oslo's city center in 2013. Owner Bård, an International Chessmaster, envisioned a welcoming watering hole for casual games and tournaments. Its egalitarian atmosphere invites chess players of all levels to meet over the boards for friendly competition and bonding. With quality beer, single malt Scotch collection, and small bar bites menu, it brings good spirited social fun to the Norwegian chess community and curious first-timers.

Fun Facts About The Good Knight

  • 🤝 Hosts drop-in tournaments as well as serious competitions like the Norway Chess Open
  • 🥇 Showcases top national players and International Grandmasters
  • 🍿 Allows outside food while supplying popcorn complimentary
  • 🥃 Boasts an extensive collection of single malt Scotch whiskies
  • ⭐ A favorite local spot to casually challenge friends to chess games
  • 📺 Screens live championship games from around the world
  • 🎂 Can provide custom cakes and space for special events

Best Drink Options to Savor

  • Draft beer menu - Nordic and international options like Guinness
  • House cocktail list - Creative twists like the Good Knight martini
  • Extensive Scotch list - From light Speysides to smoky Islay pours
  • Quality wine selection - Old and new world blends and varietals
  • Non-alcoholic drinks - Craft sodas, coffee drinks, and juices

Friendly Service Supporting Inclusiveness

The pub's personable bartender-owner chats up guests while swiftly pulling draft pints from 20 options behind the brass bar. Servers ensure glasses stay full and small plates stocked during busy evenings of simultaneous games. Veterans offer informal advice to newcomers curious about the chess community. Together they promote a welcoming atmosphere where grandmasters and novices can enjoy friendly competition over drinks.

Transportive Chess-Inspired Interior

The cozy pub ambiance features touches paying homage to the game like tables topped with marble chessboards. Handcarved wooden chess pieces serve as tap handles while chess clocks decorate whitewashed brick walls. Globes converted to lampshades echo the international regulars. Leather coaches and chairs gather around chess tables encouraging conversation during respites from tense matches. The Good Knight's warm environment devoted to the game makes spending an evening or afternoon with new friends over pints of beer tempting.

Why Choose The Good Knight

For a uniquely themed bar offering drinks supporting Norway's vibrant chess community, The Good Knight delivers. Its egalitarian energy invites players of all levels to casually challenge others while expanding their games. With quality beer, single malt Scotch collection, small plates, and popcorn flowing around games, it brings good spirited competition and social fun together under one roof.


Place Features

    Atmosphere:
  • ✓ Casual
  • ✓ Cosy
    Facilities:
  • ✓ Has Wi-Fi
  • ✓ Has toilets
    Accepted Payment Methods:
  • ✓ Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • ✓ Accepts debit cards
  • ✓ Accepts credit cards
    Highlights:
  • ✓ Has quiz night
  • ✓ Has bar games
  • ✓ Great cocktails
    What offers?:
  • ✓ Serves wine
  • ✓ Serves beer
  • ✓ Serves alcohol
  • ✓ Cocktails
  • ✓ Food
  • ✓ Serves spirits
    Dining Options:
  • ✓ Has seating
  • ✓ Outside food allowed
    Plan a visit!:
  • ✓ Accepts reservations
    Service we offer:
  • ✓ Serves dine-in
  • ˟ No takeaway
  • ˟ No delivery
    The Crowd:
  • ✓ Good for groups
    Accessibility features:
  • ˟ No wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • ˟ No wheelchair-accessible car park

FAQs About The Good Knight

Are reservations required or is walk-in seating available?

Walk-ins are welcome! Reserving guarantees tables for larger groups.

Do I need to know how to play chess to visit?

Not at all! Non-players also enjoy the atmosphere and drinks.

What is the atmosphere like?

Relaxed, friendly, and inclusive no matter your skill level. Players of all levels mix.

How much does it cost to play chess?

All tables have built-in boards and pieces to borrow cost free.

Are to-go drinks offered?

No, all beer, wine, and cocktails must be consumed onsite currently.

Is there food available beyond bar snacks?

Outside food is encouraged! Menus from nearby restaurants provided.

Do you show sports or only chess games?

Chess is the main attraction but we screen major football, soccer, and more by request!

What non-alcoholic drinks do you serve?

We offer several juices, sodas, coffee, tea, and can make fun mocktails.

Is this Bar open now?

Yes, it is open since 12:00. It will close at 00:30. Check opening hours


⏰ Opening Hours

The days and hours that The Good Knight is open:

Day Working Hours
Monday May 13 Closed
Tuesday Open now 12:00-00:30
Wednesday May 15 12:00-00:30
Thursday May 16 12:00-00:30
Friday May 17 12:00-03:30
Saturday May 18 13:00-03:30
Sunday May 19 Closed
Current date & time in Oslo, NO is 2024-05-14 22:10:14

🚩The Good Knight Contact

✉ Address: Badstugata 9, 0183 Oslo, Norway 📍 map
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🌍 Web Site: goodknight.no

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The Good Knight

Badstugata 9, 0183 Oslo, Norway