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
Street Fighter II Tournament
Music Bingo w/ Whaddyaknow
Open Swim – Beat Social w/ Slot-A
MVP: The Music Video Party w/ Danny Delorean
The ERA Takeover w/ The ERA Footwork Collective
“Full Tilt” w/ Proof + Friends
93 Octane Presents: A Night w/ Sir Michael Rock’s
DJ Chula
Freestyle Friday w/ DJ Tony Skratchere
MIKEWOO x 143.tommy
Big Chune w/ Slot-A
Electric w/ Quicktastic
Big Artist Series Sour Event: FREE CONCERT w/ Sir Michael Rocks
Take Off ! w/ DJ Shan LI
Mistress Tilda / Bitter Queens Presents Drag Bingo
Sopranos Trivia w/ Whaddayaknow
Tuesday Night Karaoke
2010’s Music Trivia w/ Whaddyaknow
West Kraven
Rhthm Collage w/ RTST
First Fridays w/ Squadooble
SpydaT.E.K.
JAM! w/ Just.One
90’s vs 2000’s w/ Danny Leroy
Lost in Kyoto
Boy Bands Trivia w/ Whaddayaknow
Tuesday Night Karaoke
AEW Weds w/ Wrestling Friends
Skate Night Market w/ Johnny Walker
Shortkut “VCR”- Video Classic Rewind
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.
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Classic arcade cabinets
Pinball machines
Multiplayer games
Regular tournaments
High score challenges
Games
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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.
