2333 Theodore St
Crest Hill, Illinois 60403
2419 W Jefferson St
Joliet, Illinois 60435
15610 Joliet Rd
Plainfield, Illinois 60544
348 W Maple St
New Lenox, Illinois 60451
735 Center Blvd
Romeoville, Illinois 60446
12337 Illinois Rte 59 Suite #155
Plainfield, Illinois 60585
145 Clow International Pkwy
Bolingbrook, Illinois 60490
121 S Weber Rd
Bolingbrook, Illinois 60490
639 E Boughton Rd #120
Bolingbrook, Illinois 60440
15653 S 94th Ave
Orland Park, Illinois 60462
15561 S 94th Ave
Orland Park, Illinois 60462
49 Orland Square Dr
Orland Park, Illinois 60462
1555 75th St
Woodridge, Illinois 60517
8580 Springlake Dr 2nd Floor
Mokena, Illinois 60448
301 Illinois Rte 59
Aurora, Illinois 60504
1515 Aurora Ave
Naperville, Illinois 60540
2480 Fox Valley Center Dr B13
Aurora, Illinois 60504
19111 Oak Park Ave
Tinley Park, Illinois 60477
1811 High Grove Ln
Naperville, Illinois 60540
295 Wolverine Dr
Oswego, Illinois 60543
10602 S Roberts Rd
Palos Hills, Illinois 60465
28248 Diehl Rd
Warrenville, Illinois 60555
11 N Broadway
Aurora, Illinois 60505
8125 W 95th St
Hickory Hills, Illinois 60457
5051 Cal Sag Rd
Crestwood, Illinois 60418
3S080 Talbot Ave
Warrenville, Illinois 60555
4837 W Cal Sag Rd
Crestwood, Illinois 60445
340 Yorktown Shopping Center
Lombard, Illinois 60148
306 Yorktown Shopping Center
Lombard, Illinois 60148
3915 147th St
Midlothian, Illinois 60445
7759 S Harlem Ave
Burbank, Illinois 60459
9s825 IL-47
Sugar Grove, Illinois 60554
8215 Mayfield Ave
Burbank, Illinois 60459
2310 Oakbrook Center
Oak Brook, Illinois 60523
9415 Ogden Ave
Brookfield, Illinois 60513
9211 Ogden Ave
Brookfield, Illinois 60513
1335 S River St
Batavia, Illinois 60510
7700 47th St
Lyons, Illinois 60534
558 E North Ave.
Glendale Heights, Illinois 60139
26W361 North Ave
Carol Stream, Illinois 60188
7700 W 26th St
North Riverside, Illinois 60546
851 N Main St
Manteno, Illinois 60950
701 W North Ave
Villa Park, Illinois 60181
7503 Cermak Rd Suite B
North Riverside, Illinois 60546
417 S Locust St
Manteno, Illinois 60950
1750 S Harlem Ave
North Riverside, Illinois 60546
927 E Railroad St
Sandwich, Illinois 60548
2030 Glenwood Dyer Rd
Lynwood, Illinois 60411
308 Madison St
Oak Park, Illinois 60302
3111 River Rd
River Grove, Illinois 60171
547 Main St NW
Bourbonnais, Illinois 60914
2741 N Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60647
1 E Jackson Blvd
Chicago, Illinois 60604
2410 W Fullerton Ave
Chicago, Illinois 60647
2500 W Bradley Pl Suite M
Chicago, Illinois 60618
2828 N Clark St Unit 201
Chicago, Illinois 60657
217 E Washington St
Momence, Illinois 60954
It’s a mix of nostalgia and high-energy fun! Many arcades blend retro classics like Pac-Man and pinball with modern VR games, racing simulators, and rhythm challenges — often with music, lights, and a social vibe.
Both can be great! Solo visits let you focus on your favorite games, while going with friends adds competition, teamwork, and laughs. Many people plan arcade meetups as a casual hangout or even date spot.
Usually just yourself and a way to pay (some arcades still use coins, others use cards or apps). If you're competitive, bring your A-game. If you're social, bring friends or meet new ones over multiplayer games.
Weekdays or early afternoons are usually less crowded — perfect for focused play. Evenings and weekends bring the buzz, especially at barcades or venues with DJs, tournaments, or themed nights.
Absolutely! Arcades attract a mix of casual players and serious gamers. Whether you're jumping into a four-player co-op or chatting between rounds, it's a fun, low-pressure way to connect over shared interests.
Not at all. While many arcades are family-friendly, there are also adult-oriented ones with full bars, 18+ nights, or vintage nostalgia themes. Arcades today cater to everyone — from first-timers to lifelong gamers.
Yes! Many arcades host regular competitions, retro nights, cosplay parties, and more. Whether you're into high scores or just want to watch and vibe, events add an extra layer to the experience.
No worries — arcades are about having fun, not being perfect. Try a variety of games, ask others for tips, and remember: the vibe is more “let’s play” than “let’s win.”