Wicker Park
Logan Square
Fulton Market
Experience Emporium – Where Classic Gaming Meets Modern Nightlife
Five premier locations. Three iconic cities. One unforgettable experience. Step into Emporium Arcade Bar, where vintage arcade gaming collides with craft cocktails and contemporary entertainment. From Chicago’s vibrant neighborhoods of Wicker Park, Logan Square, and Fulton Market to the historic charm of New Orleans and the tech-savvy streets of San Francisco, each location offers its own unique flavor while delivering the signature Emporium experience.
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Upcoming Events
Tuesday Night Karaoke w/ BIG DOG KJS
Freelance Wrestling’s TRASHTALKER!
Trivia Host Kam / Are You Smarter Than a BARFLY TRIVIA ?
Open Swim w/ Slot-A
Bass Adventures w/ DJ Intel
“Full Tilt” w/ DJ Proof
Video Rampage w/ Eddie Rampage
King Inesse
DJ Couch Potateaux / MASHED UP
MIKECOOL
BOOMSHAKALAKA w/ DJ MADDJAZZ
Dance Planet w/ Jillian X
Perreo Arcade w/ DJ Miriam
DJ Miss Spinster / The Golden Era Sessions
Family Guy Trivia w/ Whaddyaknow
Tuesday Night Karaoke w/ BIG DOG KJS
FREE SOUND FRIDAYS w/ AKAP, Ben Sperry & IV
Project Amor Presents: Bass & Besos – A Latin Rave!
CVTK Presents: Another Vegan Market
Tuesday Night Karaoke w/ BIG DOG KJS
3rd Space Presents Magic: The Gathering – Commander Night
Tuesday Night Karaoke w/ BIG DOG KJS
Tuesday Night Karaoke w/ BIG DOG KJS
Tuesday Night Karaoke w/ BIG DOG KJS
Tuesday Night Karaoke w/ BIG DOG KJS
CVTK Presents: Another Vegan Market
Tuesday Night Karaoke w/ BIG DOG KJS
Tuesday Night Karaoke w/ BIG DOG KJS
Tuesday Night Karaoke w/ BIG DOG KJS
Tuesday Night Karaoke w/ BIG DOG KJS
Game On at Emporium
Our carefully curated collection spans gaming history, featuring everything from beloved classics like NBA Jam and Marvel vs Capcom to modern favorites and rare finds. Each location houses 40+ arcade cabinets and pinball machines, maintained daily by our expert technicians to ensure the perfect gaming experience.
Choose Your Player:
Classic arcade cabinets
Pinball machines
Multiplayer games
Regular tournaments
High score challenges
Games
Photos
Beyond the Arcade
Every Emporium location delivers more than just gaming. We’re your destination for:
Craft cocktails and local brews
Live music and DJ events
Private party spaces
Local artist showcases
Themed nights
Regular tournamentsWhether you’re planning a birthday celebration, corporate event, or just looking for the perfect night out, Emporium combines the nostalgia of classic arcade gaming with the energy of modern entertainment.
