Over the past decade, The Rook & Pawn has become a beacon for downtown guests looking for a fun and chill local business.

The Rook & Pawn, a board game café, has thrived in downtown Athens for a decade. Owners Tim and Carrie Kelly opened the café in 2015 after a successful Kickstarter campaign.

The Rook & Pawn, a board game café, has thrived in downtown Athens for a decade. Owners Tim and Carrie Kelly opened the café in 2015 after a successful Kickstarter campaign. The café offers a ...