Nice spot. It does get very busy and the music is random with all genres. They assign you a table…read moreand it was $10 an hour the day we went and $1 to rent a stick. They have some tvs with sports games on and a bar. The crowd the day we went was 50-60s mostly but there was younger people as well.

Awesome options for non-alcoholic drinks and they're super affordable. The service was really nice…read moreand we were given a lot of time to play. The ambiance is so cool there was even a juke box.

Great late night spot to go. You can play darts or billiards. I didn't know if I was just hungry…read morebut the pizza was delicious. The space definitely has a dive bar feel to out. The staff was nice.

I decided to check this spot out. Recommended by an associate. I like a good neighborhood hangout…read more Tucked away, low key and chill. That is this bar and grill. Excited for a sip and to play some pool. I walked to the bar and was greeted by a woman with a dope shirt on. So adorable I took a pic of her! Fun facts: The pool is FREE! Yes! F-R-E-E! With a 2 drink minimum. EASY INDEED. What a freaking WIN WIN right?! Heck yeah!! I walked around to get a feel of the place. Totally a first date, group hangout vibe indeed!! Darts, juke box, live gaming and they have a live band on Tuesdays! Come on people! What's not to love!!?? I saw a menu with finger bites if you are hungry in between shots. And they have nice drink specials to keep your pallet wet...and after a while your pool stick wobbling. Lol I think it's a dope deal to buy drinks and play free pool. Just take a look around (check my pics out) and you decide. Come hang out at this Local gem. You will be glad you did.

We've been coming to this place regularly, and it never disappoints. The tables are always in great…read morecondition, the atmosphere is relaxed and fun, and the staff is consistently friendly and attentive. Whether we're just shooting a few casual games or staying for hours, it's always a good time! 10/10.

Real chill spot. My fiancé and I came here on a Monday night around 7 PM. They have a big parking…read morelot which is really nice. It's $10 an hour to shoot pool. Which wasn't bad at all. There's 18 pool tables. They have a couch and several chairs and tables to sit down if you want to simply grab a drink or grab some food. They also have a full bar and slots. Masks required.

The rich history of the buildings and tables coupled with a great atmosphere to enjoy a game of…read morepool makes this place outstanding. The owner, Jim, is a walking encyclopedia of pool facts and professional players while treating each member and guest as if they are part of his family. The place grabbed me the first day I took a lesson there and we just had to become members.

If the names; "Cowboy" Jimmy Moore, "King" Frank Oliva or Mr. William (Willie) Frederick Hoppe mean…read moreanything to you, you are apparently an aficionado of the sport of kings. Not the one with the roses and 4 hoofed animals, the one with the green - Billiard Table Green (felt that is). If you are interested in expanding your knowledge of the history and pursuit of the sport of pocket billiards, look no further. One of the most unique places you will find is right here, quietly existing in Willow Springs on the North side of Archer Avenue. You have probably driven past it hundreds of times. Filled with photos and memorabilia of the sport, site of numerous championships, visits from famous billiard wizards, home of antique (priceless) billiard tables, wholesome meals, and wonderful beyond words owners, I give you the Illinois Billiard Club/ aka / Jim and Bonnie's, Jim and Bonnie Parker, Proprietors. From their website: "Today, as the oldest, most historically elegant, individually founded, owned and operated private billiard club in North America, the IBC and Bonnie's Dining & Banquets invite today's 21st century society to enjoy a fine meal, and, the fun filled game of billiards ... all presented within the charm, tranquility and grandeur of their 19th century country home" The IBC is a private club that, for a limited time (effective February 2010) opens its doors at 5pm every Friday and Saturday evening serving dinner and allowing you to check out their billiards tables without membership. Dinner reservations are suggested. Their website: www.illinoisbilliardclub.com There is a lot of information on the sport and on the facility. Jim and Bonnie's provides catering and the facility is available for events. We hold our annual Christmas party here and the space along with the food and service make the event quite special and memorable. Check out the wedding pics on the website. If you can convince your betrothed that this is the place to hold your wedding reception - invite me for giving you the advice. If you visit in the near future, talk to Jim in regards to membership in the IBC. I understand that there are some slots open. If you enjoy billiards, the cost is minimal in regards to the quality of the tables, food and camaraderie you will find here. Note that this is NOT a pool hall bar; this is a first class, family run, private facility for people serious about the sport (which also happens to function as a restaurant in order to market their services). If you are in that "serious about the sport" category, it is more than worth a visit.

My friend and I recently stayed at the Chicago Athletic Authority, and every few hours, we walked…read morethrough the Game Room. It was over March Madness, so there were always men or women's games on the televisions. Besides being a happening place, there was also decent food. Upon our check-in, we even received complimentary bubbles as a welcome drink in the Game Room. For one of our dinners, we decided to enjoy some Game Room food while I taught my friend how to play chess. We ordered a delicious dish of WSC Cheese Sticks (made with Wisconsin brick cheese and marinara). We then each ordered the Chicken Caesar Wrap, consisting of crispy chicken, romaine lettuce, parmigiano Reggiano, and house chips. We both upgraded our chips to French fries. I thought the food was good (not excellent but not bland like other reviews stated). The best part of the experience is the vibe in the space. There were also protests in the area earlier in the day so many of the non-hotel guests in the Game Room were from that (as we could tell from the signs they had with them). Even if you go to the Game Room website (https://www.gameroomchi.com), you're in for some fun just getting into the website. On their website are upcoming events (like karaoke), details on booking private events, menus, and more. They serve their all day menu from 11 AM to close daily. Their hours are Monday through Thursday from 11 AM to 11 PM, Friday and Saturday from 11 AM to 1 AM (kitchen closes at 11 PM), and Sunday from 11 AM to 9 PM. There is also Happy Hour on weekdays from 3 PM to 5 PM, which include $10 wings, Old Style combos, and half off pitchers. While there were more exciting places to be in Chicago, for a hotel guest or someone in the area, this was a fun place to hang out, grab a bite, play some board games, and watch some games on TV. Certainly recommend it!

A very nice place, very lowkey, chill vibe, I really enjoyed the drinks. Service was a lil slow for…read morea slow Friday, not much of a crowd yet servers barely came around. Sat down for like 10 mins before someone came to give us a menu, Water came out quickly. Food is not good, it's so bland. I wouldn't order the wings or burger again, maybe try something else or legit only get drinks . I would recommend going for drinks, elsewhere for food! There is sooo much better food out here

Great spot very low key! Extremely affordable! Love the bartenders surprisingly it's chill no…read moredrama. Would highly recommend this place to everyone definitely a great time and great memories. You might leave a little buzzed but it's cool. You only live once!

Finally a billiard spot not too far and is a nice clean place. Called ahead to make sure I could…read moretake my 13 yr old for his first pool game and this place is an all ages establishment. Perfect because most of the billiard halls are typically 18 or 21 and up or charge ridiculous hourly fees. $10 a table and for my group of 4 at nearly 2 hours of fun was only $17. So great that they only charge for the table and not how many are playing. They have beverages and snacks, and although they don't have constant music, they do have a pay-for-play jukebox and will play a song here and there every so often. The only way this place could get better is having some good music going, but not having it doesn't affect the good time you'll have. Just take your own headphones.

Went earlier today since I been there a few times met an owner or manager ( white guy) and I felt…read morethe atmosphere hostile. Apparently new owners running the place and you could tell they do not like black people. They will make you feel welcomed to take your money but will talk about Hispanic community, black community. It's not as welcoming as it used to . If there are other pool halls go there not this racist place!

Pool. Darts. Other stuff. Beer. Booze…read more This is the place. I'm home. Bring your own steel-tops and go to town.

Every time I've been there, the experience has been great. Everyone was friendly and there's plenty…read moreof space between tables. I can't say much about the food, since I haven't eaten there yet, but it did look good!