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Headquarters Beercade
(Now Closed)Bar and Arcade$$$$
Lakeview, Chicago
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Brad SaxonAugust 7, 2014Such an awesome place to hang out with friends. The games are all free and there is a fairly decent beer menu. There are tons of classic arcade games to play, just expect a wait to play on a weekend.
A brilliant idea executed perfectly. Free arcade and pinball games from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and 00s. Plus a great beer list and multiple bars, so no matter where you are, you won't go thirsty.
Jessica WeissJune 30, 2015LOVE THIS PLACE! Great beer and cocktail selection and most of the games are free to play! Had a great time here! Would definitely recommend going with friends for a good hangout spot.
Alex AndersonMarch 15, 2015No cover charge! Must be 21! And you can play without having an open tab! Fantastic bar with a break game, wine and beer selection. 80's and 90's music and decor. Love this place.
Bitches Who Brunch ManagerDecember 8, 2015Voted Best Party Brunch: Large rooms perfect for bigger groups, fun drinks and an envious beer list make this place perfect for a Sunday Funday. Read more
Bitches Who BrunchApril 13, 2016he Benedict was a pork belly confit, topped with poached eggs and a house made giardiniera and peppers, and of course a spicy hollandaise sauce. It was delicious.
This is absolutely my favorite bar in Chicago! Always the best time, Great classic games, we'll maintained and always free.
Bobby HillJune 22, 2013Seriously, what do you want to do? It's here. Good music. Great staff. Plenty of room. Great mix of cultures with dude-bros playing Street Fighter against hipsters. Get here.
Mark StefkoFebruary 21, 2015This place is awesome. Great food and drink. They have all these video games and pinball machines you can play. Lots of people. Young crowd
Nicole VelazquezApril 7, 2013Cute place..all arcade games are FREE!! They have contra :) Great beer selection too..staff is friendly, helpful, and nice...ladies if you single..great place to find guys :)
Headquarters is excellent for holiday and staff parties.. Great staff, free games, and fun atmosphere. Work parties are a blast here..
Jared BlackSeptember 14, 2015Some of the video games could use some love, but I can't really complain if they're on free play. Awesome pinball and great selection of beer.- Zach Solomon-BeloinNovember 29, 2014Probably a better place in the middle of the week because the lines get long on the weekends and there's not enough space to walk at times. Good spot regardless.
Fletcher RhoadsAugust 8, 2014Drinks are expensive but the games are free, it's totally worth it. Huge game/pinball selection. Can get crowded, try going on an off day.
Feeling nostalgic? Check out this vintage adult arcade...games are free play! They have AMAZING craft beers and signature cocktails (one even uses applesauce in it!)
Keep the quarters at home. All pinball machines and arcade games are free. Great beer selection and cocktail creations too.- L KAugust 7, 2014All game are free to play, which is great - plus they are surprisingly available, even on busy nights. A decent beer selection too.
Laura WongAugust 20, 2014Great place! Free arcade games, old school wee and american gladiator playing, and deliciously unique cocktails![Evan[Bu]](https://fastly.4sqi.net/img/user/32x32/1718914-0E4PXEUXZ2KFIAR4.jpg "Evan[Bu]")
Amazing drink selection and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on free play. Need I say more?
Victor RodriguezAugust 11, 2015Amazing!!! Get drunk while playing 80s and 90s arcade games!!! A MUST if in Chicago!!!!!!
Come to have fun. Great staff, games are free and they have an amazing, ever changing beer selection.
Get there for the free arcade games and great beer selection before it gets too crowded.
Matt LindnerNovember 12, 2012Fantastic addition to the neighborhood. Tip your bartenders well because they know their stuff when it comes to the beer menu
Maddy CarignanJuly 14, 2013Ask for Olivia at the lower small bar and let her make you what she wants- she is an incredible and creative bartender!
Pinball expansion tip; as of the end of May the Pinball room isn't open on Tuesday night (Monday either according to the door guy.)
Brian DolsOctober 21, 2013The expanded section with a dozen pinball machines is closed after 9, at least, on Sunday thru Thursday. 4 pins are in the main bar.
Sean Maccarone-ReedFebruary 28, 2015Where else can you go to play Burger Time and Pac Man, while drinking craft beer?
Shayla KellyDecember 31, 2015Tons of pinball machines but plenty of other classics like mortal combat and pacman!
Jordyn NeversAugust 23, 2014Lots of craft beers to choose from, easy to get drinks, hard to get on a good game.
Jackie VSeptember 26, 2015Just like our Barcades here in NYC. Except most of the games are free here!!!
AliceSeptember 16, 2014Come here for the games! The air conditioning is always blasting so, girls, bring a sweater.
Anja HarrisMarch 21, 2013I recommend the Olympia- they have an awesome selection of craft beer on tap
SpORK StylesNovember 18, 2012Microbrews on tap & free arcade games. Yes, I will be coming back here. Needs X-Men arcade.
Ben PerezFebruary 12, 2016Gets crowded on a weekend. If you want to actually play games, weekdays are better.
Go straight to Rampage and then grab beers. Space Invaders for the rest of the crew to the left.
If you're coming to redeem your groupons be warned they're only valid at the upstairs bar now... annoying!
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Headquarters Beercade
2833 N Sheffield Ave (at Wolfram St)
Chicago, IL 60657
United States
Chicago, IL 60657
United States
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 5:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Fri
- 3:00 PM–2:00 AM
- Sat
- Noon–3:00 AM
- Sun
- Noon–2:00 AM
(773) 665-5660
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Food & Drink
Menus
Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar
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