Emporium Arcade Bar

Games are really cheap which is awesome and I like the overall vibe they’re going for but drinks felt a bit pricey for something that didn’t feel strong. It was quite sweet actually and I don’t taste any alcohol. Atmosphere on a Sunday night obviously isn’t as good because it’s kind of dead but a lot of the games were not working and they also stole tokens from us constantly. I’d isn’t tokens and it wouldn’t start or it would be out of order and not give the tokens back. Quite annoying when you’re just trying to have fun.

I'm giving this place two stars. First off, it's a great place with a good atmosphere.They have drinks and you can play video games with your friends and play good music. I've been here four times now and was a supporter of this establishment. However, that was until last night: when I was approached on the street by a man in a mask and was being harassed. I told the man that my boyfriend was inside three times and he still continued to pursue. I will give full credit to the bouncers that were there and did step in to protect me. And for that I'm grateful. However, when I proceeded to go inside to find my boyfriend, they proceeded to tell us that we had to leave. That they would no longer serve us drinks. We did not cause a scene, and we left. It's just disappointing that they make a victim feel like this is their fault.. And yet I understand they are trying to protect their establishment and they don't want any shady things going on the outside. But to kick someone out after being harassed...idk. I unfortunately only give this place two stars. I will not be returning to this emporium.

Emporium Arcade Bar is a really cool spot with a great atmosphere. The arcade games make it fun and interactive, and they have an excellent beer selection with plenty of options to choose from. Perfect place to hang out with friends and enjoy a laid-back night out.

Emporium Arcade Bar is a really fun spot if you’re looking for a casual night out in Chicago. The arcade games are a perfect mix of retro classics and modern favorites, and there’s a great selection of beers and whiskeys to enjoy while you play. The atmosphere is lively and nostalgic, with a cool vintage tavern vibe. The staff are friendly and helpful, making the experience even better. Prices are reasonable, especially considering the entertainment you get. It’s a great place to hang out with friends, have a few drinks, and challenge each other to some games.

Emporium Arcade Bar is such a fun and energetic spot! The atmosphere is lively without feeling overwhelming, and the huge selection of classic + modern arcade games makes every visit exciting. It’s the perfect place to hang out with friends, grab a drink, and enjoy a little friendly competition. The bar offers a great variety of beers and cocktails, and everything is reasonably priced for the area. The staff is friendly, helpful, and keeps the vibe positive. There’s always good music, cool events, and an overall relaxed feel that makes you want to stay longer than planned. Whether you’re a big gamer or just looking for a unique night out, Emporium Arcade Bar is an awesome choice. Highly recommended!

I arrived there around 9:30 pm to have drinks with friends. One of my friends was visiting for the holidays so it was great to catch up. We left at 1am only to realize our cars had been towed due to a new midnight parking restriction. This is not the fault of this establishment, however, as a courtesy to the customers it seems like making an announcement would be the right thing to do. A simple reminder to patrons would be a good way to show that you value them. I've been to plenty of bars on that street were they made announcements that the snow route enforcement was going into affect. So I know that this is well within a bar's capability. As it stands, it felt like the bar was more interested in getting another round of drinks out of us instead of appreciating us as customers.

We had a lot of fun here. I had a slushy drink called the remedy. It was a strawberry tropical drink. I loved it. They also had different flavors. All the slushes were $12.00. They also have a bunch of beer on tap and in cans. The bar is big. They have arcade games everywhere and also have 2 pool tables. Oh and have your ID out they card everyone at the door. Great place I want to go back and try the different flavor slushes. The staff there was very nice.