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    AceBounce

    4.2 (322 reviews)
    Open 3:00 pm - 10:00 PM
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    Ciara W.

    Came here for a Halloween Drag Brunch! What a fun show. The Drag Queens were engaging and knew how to keep the crowd lively. The brunch buffet had quite the variety, from eggs benedict, to pizza, to chicken tenders, my plate was packed full and no tastebud went untouched! We got to play ping pong after, and it was a blast. This would be a great place to bring a group of friends! I would definitely come back!

    Nikhita T.

    This was my first time at AceBounce. We made a reservation in advance for a party of 12. Our plan was to play shuffleboard and try AI ping pong. The place is huge, with many ping pong tables, and it was quite busy on a Friday night. Since we had a reservation, we started with shuffleboard. We ordered appetizers, cocktails, and beer, the food was good. We were excited to try AI ping pong, but unfortunately, it was not working. They offered us a regular ping pong table instead, but since the place was busy, we only got one table for our group of 12. Some of our friends joined later in the night, and luckily, they were able to get drinks even without a reservation. Overall, it's a good place to hang out with friends for a fun night of games and drinks. However, the service could have been better.

    Mayuri A.

    I have been to ace bounce many times for office events. We recently swung by Ace Bounce for a friend's bday. We started off by ordering a bunch of apps. We ordered the pizza, fries, cheese curds, chicken wings. We ordered a bunch of cocktails and some wine too. The pizza, fries and chicken wings were great, but the cheese curds were a bummer. For games, we played on the shuffleboard and later were supposed to try AI ping pong. However, later we got to know that the AI ping pong was non functional. We switched to regular ping pong instead. Overall, the vibe was great. AI ping pong was a bummer and the servers were a bit rude. The service sucks, but other things were great so I will be back.

    veggie lumpia
    Audrey B.

    Visited for the beers but really enjoyed the food. I got vegetable lumpia and wow it was delicious. My partner got detroit style pizza which was outstanding, melt in your mouth, fluffy crust. I got their hard seltzer which was very yummy. I liked that there were many types of drinks - beer, seltzer, cocktails. Would like to see more cider. The seating was very casual - picnic tables indoors, real chairs may have been more comfy but it was nice to accommodate our group of 6 quickly. Service was good.

    Blue Moon, Belgian White Blue Moon, Belgian White Allagash White
    Sydney B.

    This was such a cool experience. My boyfriend and I found this place on a whim when we didn't know what to do last night in chicago. Luckily, reservations were still available to book out a table so we ate before our 7pm reservation. The waitress was super sweet and helpful when I asked for recommendations- I wish I caught her name! The buffalo egg rolls and the Diablo pizza were so good! We also got some beers and the espresso martini as well as the pong star martini which were both strong but super flavorful! (DANGEROUS!) haha Such a cool vibe, tables lined up, and dim lighting for a cool pool hall vibe but classy almost! Def recommend for a fun night. Reservations are for 55min!

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    Eris T.

    The only reason I am giving this place a 2 is because the ping pong tables were functional and there was a VERY friendly staff member which helped our party of 4 in the back by the game tables. We came here on Friday 12/22/2023 to celebrate my friend's birthday. We had a reservation which was made in advance. Once we arrived we found 4 staff members at the front desk. Unfriendly demeanor is an understatement. After pulling up our reservation we presented a "90 minute" ping pong on us coupon which the venue hands out liberally. The coupon we presented was obtained on a prior visit. The staff at the front desk didn't acknowledge the coupon and we were told we couldn't use it because the reservation was made in advance. I pointed out to the staff that the print on the paddle states "for advanced bookings of up to 6". They proceeded to state that this was not for reservations and only for walk ins. We decided to not press on this even though we weren't provided with a satisfactory answer. Ambiance in the game room is fun. Good music and friendly staff. We didn't order food so I can't comment on that. We ordered a bucket of beers and the waitress opened all the bottles even though we only requested 4 to be opened (we had a party of 4). This caused the beer for lose its carbonation. After our paid 60 minutes of game time was over I decided to "walk in" to the front desk and presented the 90 minute coupon with a request to play. The same staff at the front desk couldn't refute the coupon this tome so they begrudgingly extended my play time. This venue has a lot of potential but unfriendly staff at the front desk make the venue hard to enjoy. I will not be returning. Management should either get rid of the coupons or appropriately train the staff..... in addition to providing customer service coaching.

    Breakfast pizza  Waffle bites  Mini frittatas
    Khadijah H.

    Saturday brunch at AceBounce is the place to be! Lemme telllll you - I cane here and definitely had a ball. Brunch here is not your standard boring get drunk off bottomless and go home. Nope! Here, you can get drunk, while eating all you can eat, playing ping pong and singing karaoke. Now you don't have to do it all at once (but if you do, that's your business. Mmmkay!) Food: I would rate the food a 8/10 but what can you expect when they're dishing out massive amounts of food to feed adults while they're drinking? It's such a large variety of food so if you don't care for something, trust there is something else that will satisfy your stomach needs. They also serve Bellinis, mimosas and bloody Mary's unlimited and refill your cup for you. There's even a cute Bloody Mary station to build your own! Service/ staff: top tier. I pray Christee reads this because sis did get thaaaang to make sure my girls and I were out of our seats. AceBounce wants you to be active and engage and meet new people. Like don't come to look cute (but again if you do that's your business). I would say come to have fun and show someone a good time! There's no doubt about it that I'll be returning with a larger group of people. $60/pp is well worth it.

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    Tavin B.

    This place is awesome!!!! I decided to take my office there for the Fiscal Year Party and they laid it out for us. Booking the room was easy and the communication was seamless!!!! Picking the food was an easy process as well!!!! Our group was about 65 people and it was more than enough space!!!!! If you're looking for a place to take a group in the heart of downtown then this is your place!!!!

    Lana T.

    Loves the vibes and there were ping pong games to play. Kinda expensive but drinks and food were amazing. Recommend coming here with a group of friends or a date!

    Table tennis tables all over this restaurant.
    Terry W.

    Oh !!!!! This place is very cool . I seen it in the Butterfly Table Tennis site. I was coming to Chicago so I set my sites on coming here. My daughter and I had a great time. They have many Ping Ping tables. I prefer to call them Table Tennis tables. Ok here is the thing. You walk in and follow the stairs down to an entertainment extravaganza. If you play table tennis you will be in AWE. I never seen a place like this , well a restaurant, bar and table tennis tables. Lots of them , I think 16 or so. Plenty of room between tables for recreational play. They do have a few tables that are in different rooms for more serious players. We rented a table for 90 minutes, we brought our own paddles, but AceBounce provides everything. Paddles , balls and of course tables. Nice thing about this is you have a basket of balls at each table. So if you mis-hit a ball , you don't have to chase it. Watch out though , balls on the floor, but they do ( the staff ) retrieve the balls and fills up the basket on your table. The staff is aware of your actions as you play and are very agile in getting around the action filled tables. Ok they serve food also. I had Pepperoni Puzza. This was not on the menu , but the made it special for me. They do serve a variety of food. Yes my pizza was delicious. Had a few beers , but the best part of the night. I played Table Tennis with my daughter. I can't remember when we played last as I had a table at home when she was growing up. 30 years ago maybe. Well anyway she played great. We had a blast. Stopping at times to consume our food. Then back at the table. Great fun . I do wish they had a challenge table. Still everyone was having fun , laughing, eating and drinking. They also have shuffleboard tables . Very cool place. Even if you don't play table tennis, stop here get some great food and drinks. You will be entertained by watching the Table Tennis Players. I wish they would open one in Raleigh or Chapel Hill, NC. Great place , I highly recommend coming here.

    Ping pong tables inside
    Melanie T.

    "This was the most fun I've had in a long time." - my cousin I was showing around Chicago This place is FUN. If you're looking for a place to take your friends/date for drinks and some friendly competition, this place is IT. We grabbed food with friends near the river walk for dinner, and then made our way across the bridge to AceBounce. We didn't have reservations and they weren't taking walk ins so we ended up making a reservation for a few hours later, and walked next door to Flight Club to hang out until it was our time. GREAT Friday night vibes with the lights and the music that got us dancing while playing ping pong. They currently have a deal where margaritas and margarita pizzas are all $8 each!! It's a month long deal that ends around the first week of April, so don't miss out!! We all got margaritas and paid for a 90 minute ping pong session. Such a unique concept, great ambiance, great drinks, and wonderful staff! The best part about playing ping pong here is that there's a bin full of balls at each table so no matter your skill level you won't be running around chasing balls all over the place. The staff also come around and pick up balls to put back in the bin every so often so you never run out! Wonderful service and everything was a great price. For $8 per person for a 90-minute session this is a STEAL. Guaranteed great time. Looking forward to coming back very soon!

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    The staff was rude, service was slow, no straws, expensive drinks. Will not come back.

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    Thank you, Andrew! We hope to welcome you in again soon.

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    Great service! Make sure to try the fried ranch! Great for small and/or bigger groups

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    Ask the Community - AceBounce

    Is it reservations only?

    Reservations are certainly recommended to ensure you have a table, but we also take walk-ins!

    Are the reservation charges on their website to reserve an actual table or is it just an entry fee with first come first serve tables?

    The charges reflect the price per person to play for the 90 minute time frame. It guarantees you the game table of your choosing!

    Are there any Covid safety measures?

    The restaurant offers online ordering to minimize interaction between staff and customer When we went, only staff was required to wear masks. Customers did not wear masks when playing games or when seated at tables.

    Is there a basement?

    Yes, Ace Bounce is in the basement (it's Flight Club at up above).

    Do they have a coat check?

    Yes. It should be downstairs right when you enter

    Are birthday parties allowed on Sunday even though the guests might be underaged?

    Apologies for answering with no info but you'll probably have to ask the manager. I'm sure a few wristbands and a private room could solve the problem. What ages are the underaged? It could be difficult during this season, with MLB playoffs AND… Read more

    Is it 21 and up?

    AceBounce welcomes kids in the venue during our off-peak hours: before 9pm Monday-Saturday and all day Sunday. After 9pm Monday-Saturday, AceBounce is a strictly over 21’s venue.

    Do you have to pay to play any of the games?

    Hi Amanda, We do charge guests to use the ping pong tables. You can find prices here: https://www.acebounce.com/ping-pong/.… Read more

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    King of Cups - Old Fashion

    King of Cups

    (132 reviews)

    Lincoln Park

    The best way I can describe King of Cups is to say this place is a VIBE. The theme is all-in on…read moreMedieval, from the lighting to chandeliers, candles, mirrors, chairs, drapes, and even changing digital paintings. It is definitely unique, creative, and a massive differentiator from any other cocktail bar I've been to. Now, let's talk cocktails! The creativity of the interior extends into the menu. Unlike some places that just make variations of existing classics (except for items specifically so named, like the Old Fashioned or Espresso Martini), all of their cocktails are unique and interesting. Time for a punch card? I ordered the Maximillian the Imposter. While I'm not typically a fan of banana (except for banana bread), I thought I'd step out of my comfort zone, and I wanted to try something 'flaming'. Flaming it was! The preparation of the drink involved a surprising amount of fire. I initially thought this was just for show, but no, this translated into a noticeable smoky flavor. Beyond that, the drink was strong, not overly sweet, and an all-around delight. There was one bartender on the night I was here, and while it was busy, I was still able to get my drink in a reasonable amount of time. I also feel as though they have reasonable prices, especially considering the quality and the market rates. King of Cups gets busy, and for good reason: they are an all-around phenomenal place, from the drinks to the vibe, and everything in between. If you're someone who likes a seat rather than fighting through a crowd, get a reservation! See you there!

    What a nice, moody, intimate bar. I came here for happy hour and was pleasantly surprised at how…read moreit's an actual discounted happy hour menu! You know it is these days - most places just knock a dollar off and call it a day. This one is legit! I'd say you should make a reservation for prime time to ensure you'll have a seat. However when it's early no big deal to just pop by. I enjoyed the plum Moscow mule (not too sweet!) and the espresso martini. Both are on draft which made me nervous from past experiences at other places. However, these were great and I LOVED their espresso martini. The bartender was kind and the vibes were off the charts. Check this place out next time you're in Lincoln Park!

    Geja's Cafe

    Geja's Cafe

    (1.7k reviews)

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    Lincoln Park

    A dimly lit, cramped, dark, and friendly space rests a fondue restaurant made for a night out with…read morefriends, date night, or just a desire for melted cheese. A guitarist sits somewhere against a brick wall and plays music lightly but energetically. Service is friendly from start to finish and smiles are on everyone's faces. The menu is pretty easy to understand. You can get a three-course meal, or you can get each entree à la carte. You have two fondue candles in front of you, one for the cheese and dessert, and the other for the oil. We chose the three-course meal, and it was delightful. We started with the cheese appetizer. You get a basket of bread and fruit and we chose the seasonal cheese to dip. The oil for our meat was then left to heat, and we received a massive platter of veggies and meats for our main course. We chose the option for all selections of meat and seafood. After trying all the meats, I would opt for the lobster and shrimp. You can also substitute the oil for a broth. I would like to try the broth for next time. In one of the shakers, Gejas makes their own meat spice mix. It's recommended to put on the meats and even the desserts. It's a mix of tangy and savory and was a great compliment to the meal. We then chose the seasonal dessert, a white chocolate with vanilla cookies. Fruit, marshmallows, and churros to dip. We were so full by the time dessert came, but we enjoyed a few bites and took it home. The three-course meal, with five types of meat, came with about 10 pieces of meat. It doesn't look like a lot of food, but it truly is, with the apps, veggies, etc, your stomach will be full when you walk out of here. They also start the entire course with a mixed salad (so technically it's a four-course meal). It was very fairly priced, as well. Initially looking at the prices, you may think it's expensive, but it truly is a value with the amount of food they serve. This was rated as most romatic restaurant in Chicago. Its ambiance gives you the romantic feel, the guitarist adds to the atmosphere, and the staff is professional and friendly. This really was a great place and we enjoyed our time and meal.

    We came to Geja's to celebrate our anniversary and it certainly lived up to the hype. We were…read morelucky enough to have a table off the side by the window so it maintained the intimate feel without feeling cramped by other tables. Food-wise, it was very fun to cook everything ourselves. I do think the appetizers were my favorite part because I do just love fruits and cheeses, but everything was great. They were also very accommodating of celiac. Overall, we had a wonderful anniversary celebrating at Geja's.

    Gemini - Avocado Toast + Lincoln Park Turkey Club

    Gemini

    (760 reviews)

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    Lincoln Park

    Best restaurant in Chicago! Been here many times, and finally tried the ricotta dumplings! These…read morewere so good and filling, a fun Italian switch up from my normal order. We also go the branzino (forgot to picture) and wow 10/10 need to get that again. And the Caesar salad with added salmon was amazing! The staff is always so friendly and attentive and we just love this place!

    I've eaten at Gemini over the years and have been able to sample a lot of what's on offer. I've had…read moremost of the specials but will usually get either the swordfish or the steak frites. Those are typically very good which is why I come back. The burger though. Why is it such a consistent disappointment? It's small, has the pancetta (a nice rubbery disc of salt) and just seems like kind of an afterthought to the otherwise well-considered menu. I've been eating it on occasion for 10+ years here always with the hope that it has improved. I would love to see a do-over on the burger. It would be great to have a place in the neighborhood that consistently delivered. As it stands, it's a distant second to RJ Grunt's, Small Cheval and not even in the same realm as Armitage Alehouse's burger. Really hoping I get to come back and revise this review to rave about how much better it got. The staff is always very nice and attentive as well. From host stand to bartenders, waitstaff and everyone clearing and setting, always a very nice group that seems like they take pride in their work, which is much appreciated.

    Le Mistral - Inside the building - Le mistral is all the way down on the right side

    Le Mistral

    (12 reviews)

    Lincoln Park

    The service is just incredible. That's what stands out the most. We came after having a superb…read moredinner at S.K.Y. and out waitress transferred us to Le Mistral for dessert as we were hoping to end the night with another cocktail. The transition was seamless, the walk through the kitchen was very cool, everyone was very friendly and excited to see guests. Our dessert came quickly to Le Mistral instead of S.K.Y. and was superb. Our waiter at Le Mistral was very friendly, gave some good advice on the cocktails, and was consistently attentive. My cocktail was just OK - sherry-based martini. I don't normally like a martini but all the ingredients actually seemed very much up my alley - the sherry, benedictine, rose vermouth. But the olive just overpowered. And definitely not worth the price of $24... Would definitely return and try the food next time as well.

    We popped in on a Monday night for a nightcap after finishing up at Mon Ami Gabi across the lobby…read more Our experience was meh. I don't know if every Monday is Metal night, but it was that Monday - Black Sabbath, Nu-Metal, everything but the live goldfish. Perhaps they should advertise "Monday Metal at Mistral" if that is to be a regular thing. It does flow off the tongue. To be fair, there was a full house and the other patrons did not seem to mind. We were not looking to feel the noize, however, and so stayed for just one cocktail. Mine was a Sazerac adjacent mix, and it was very high quality. The decor is very low light, but the vibe is pretty basic - more Paint Your Dorm Room black than Parisian Opium Den black. A bit of a missed opportunity for romance.

    Esme

    Esme

    (152 reviews)

    $$$$

    Lincoln Park

    My rating of a 3 is specifically for the Restaurant Week menu though I'll say it definitely didn't…read moreinspire me to come back. I really wanted to like it; this was a nine-year anniversary dinner. Service was really attentive and friendly and I did appreciate that they brought out specific utensils for me as a left-handed person, never saw that before! The restaurant felt a bit bare and sterile, I think I was maybe expecting a little more decor on the table for a Michelin star restaurant. To echo several of the reviews below, the salad was awkward to share and scanty, the soup was good but the bread served with it felt like an afterthought, the sturgeon wasn't anything special though the sauce was quite good, and we are pretty sure the cut of beef was not wagyu or if it was it was not cooked the right way. The beef was the most disappointing part, I couldn't even chew through all of it. The add-ons were the best part - pasta was great and our dessert was delicious. But the rest of the meal was unfortunately mediocre. Hoping that others have a different experience with the regular menu!

    Esme was the only restaurant I made it to for Chicago Restaurant Week this year. It was a nice,…read moreupscale experience, and I appreciate that we were able to try this Michelin-starred restaurant at a reduced cost. There was no problem with a vegetarian accommodation, but the menu we were handed does not include the details for the vegetarian courses - disappointing that I couldn't reference this to see the details of each course. All of the food was presented tastefully with meticulous attention to detail. The salad is brought out as a shared dish, which is potentially a bit awkward. Not a problem since I was dining with my husband, but I would have preferred my own salad if I was with a less familiar party. The silverware and dishes were works of art in and of themselves, but our table was scratched up considerably. My dessert was presented very creatively - although my husband's was much more straightforward. Dessert was an optional add-in, so a separate bill was brought out for this at the end. My husband carelessly left a tip on top of the hefty service charge they apply by default, but I didn't realize until after the fact since I'd gone to the restroom.

    Willow Room - Arugula salad over avocado toast with poached eggs.

    Willow Room

    (428 reviews)

    $$

    Lincoln Park, DePaul

    Great dinner here tonight - had the mussels, burger, and octopus. All were exceptional. The drinks…read morewere also very good, and the service was awesome. Great meal overall.

    Chicago Restaurant week. I reviewed various dining options in search of a good place for dinner…read more Reddit gave me some ideas. I'd never been to Willow Room and liked that they had a four course dinner menu, with items I liked. I was able to make a reservation for a Saturday night at 8:15pm. PARKING Parking on Halsted on a Saturday night can be a nightmare, and it did take a minute to find street parking. North of the 1800 block is busier because there are several restaurants within a two block radius. Side streets are permit parking after 6pm. Meters on Halsted are $2.50/hr. ATMOSPHERE Willow Room was pretty packed. We had a reservation for 8:15pm and my party of two was seated right away. The restaurant features a full bar, dim lighting and is nice and roomy. They have banquette seating around the perimeter, in addition to tables in the middle. SERVICE Our server, who was very nice and accommodating during our dining experience, came by and gave us our menu's. I had already decided on the RW menu and after review, my friend was interested in the Beef Wellington (not on RW menu). Our server informed us that normally the whole table had to order off of the RW menu if one person does, but said she would check with the kitchen since this was the last day of RW. Luckily, we were able to proceed with ordering from different menu's. FOOD I ordered a raspberry Cosmopolitan. I'm a Riesling/Moscato girlie, but I tasted the Riesling and didn't like it. RW dinner was priced at $60. I ordered: First Course: Caesar Salad (Typical salad, was good) Second Course: Mussels (Tasted fine, came with a baguette) Third Course: Short Rib (Could've been slightly more tender and better seasoned. I've definitely had better. Wouldn't order again.) Fourth Course: Orange Ricotta Donuts (Donuts were very good. Three were served, a few more would have been more filling.) My friend ordered a glass of Pinot Noir and: Truffle Fries (Fries were very tasty. I would order again if I went back.) Beef Wellington (The breading was buttery and very good. The beef could've been more seasoned. I wouldn't order.) Key Lime Pie (Was not sweet and had no taste. When our server came back and saw it was uneaten, she offered to take it off the bill. It should be removed from the menu altogether.) The busboys and server were very attentive. Our water glasses were always filled. OVERALL The atmosphere was nice, our server was great. Of all the food we ordered, I would order the truffle fries and Cosmopolitan again. I did leave full and did take my leftover Short Rib to go. Main dishes needed more seasoning. I would dine here again and try a different menu (brunch/lunch), or Happy Hour if they offer it.

    AceBounce - cocktailbars - Updated May 2026

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