I went to Compass Arena to see two concerts. One was Bajaga i Instrucktori and the other was Crvena Jabuka. I can only review their concert venue because that is what I have experienced. It does have a nice layout for concerts. The staff was nice for ordering drinks. I appreciate them having patience with me practicing my Serbian with them. They seemed to be amused. read more

My daughter had a frightening experience at Compass Arena on June 18, 2025. She has a severe nut allergy and specifically asked the waitress if the raspberry crepe contained any nuts. The waitress, who was quite rude, assured her it did not. After just one bite, my daughter immediately experienced symptoms of an allergic reaction. Fortunately, she had Benadryl on hand, which helped ease the symptoms. Only afterward did we confirm that the crepe included Lino Lada cream, which can contain hazelnuts--an ingredient clearly listed on the menu. This was an incredibly dangerous situation. Staff must be properly trained to understand the ingredients they're serving. Food allergies are not a small matter--they are life-threatening. We won't be returning, and I sincerely hope Compass Arena takes this seriously before something worse happens. **Please read your ingredients below! read more

Compass Arena - The crepe my daughter ordered and clearly it contains Lino Lada Cream, which has Nuts. - Cafes Near Me - Willowbrook, Illinois

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Zero stars. I booked a birthday party for my son months in advance and was "bumped" due to a larger event being held in their field house space without any care or consideration. They offered to shift the date for my party but I had already sent out invitations confirming that date and time, hence why booking this two months prior. This is not a way to conduct business. You should not publicize that you host birthday parties if that business means nothing to you. I honestly will never step foot in there again. You have lost a customer and will be sure to share the lack of professionalism and customer service. Extremely disappointed. read more

Service was phenomenal, staff was knowledgeable, patient and friendly. Now let get to the food I ordered the trout and the entire meal was so delicious like the side of potatoes I can't stop thinking about. I did mention how delicious their potatoes were and my waiter got me some extras to take home, he also told me how it's made and a bit of its history. Now the atmosphere I would have to write another review as they have quite a few rooms for different occasions. All in I had a fantastic experience and each person that worked there was welcoming. read more

This place is beautiful inside and with the right management and ownership could have AMAZING potential but buyer beware if you are coming here for a concert. Paid for two general admission seats as pictured. When arrived, we were set at a table behind a bar, where you cannot even see the stage and told that due to low ticket sales the band is set up inside of this small bar rather than the concert venue you paid for. You can see where our table is and the bar that sets between me and the stage. We explained to Management that we cannot even see the stage and they proceeded to tell us that that is just how it is and there is nothing they can do. They told us we could get up and go stand by the stage when the band starts, but cannot take our seats although our general admission seats pay for a chair as noted on our tickets. Our tickets say the music starts at 7 PM and we called to verify this but once seated, was told the band will not start until eight or shortly after. BUYER BEWARE when buying concert tickets from this venue. The problem is, they had good intentions to have the concert in the compass Arena, but due to low sales, they switched it to the bar area without us knowing making for poor viewing of stage and space. You will not find this out until you arrive at the venue. . We asked for a refund and we were told that was not an option. Buyer beware! Also note that two drinks was $37 because they automatically add tip on bill. Horrible way to build business! Wow read more

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We went to see a concert there the only good thing was that it was close to home!. EVERY TIME WE WENT UP TO THE BAR IT WAS A DIFFERENT PRICE. THEY LITERALLY RIP PEOPLE OFF. HOW CAN YOU PAY $50 FOR TWO DRINKS AND THEN 70 THE NEXT TIME !!!!!!!!! They totally screw you on the drinks !!!!!!!And the organization between the bands was terrible. The Sound system screeched our ears MANY times (Newbies) They packed us in their like sardines and didn't put the air on!!!!! We were literally dripping. Everybody was fanning themselves. I'm sorry if you spent that much money on a ticket to concert put the damn AC on. !!!!!!!!!! CHEAP ASSES LIKE WHAT THE HELL Will not return read more

They rip you off on drinks! Went to a concert there which was good. Seating chart was nothing like they posted online. Sat right on top the speakers, which was not our choice! They don't offer a great selection of beers, all imported. And we were overcharged! Never again! read more

This is our view of a cover band we paid $40/each to see. The location was supposed to be in the arena but was moved to the bar where we can't see the band we paid to see. Ridiculous!!!!!!! read more

Compass Arena - Cafes Near Me - Willowbrook, Illinois

BEWARE "Concert" Goers!!!! They charged us $40 a person for concert tickets, then moved the concert into the bar and unless we were willing to pay another $40 a person, they sat is in the back of the bar without a view. They refused to give us a refund and wouldn't give us what we paid for. Basically they robbed us, bait and switch!!!!! read more

What a great place to hang out with friends, played some indoor soccer, had great food and the sitting outdoor/ indoor is amazing. These guys are doing a good job. read more

Complete disaster! Spent $1000 on a table for fights, and they won't let us in at 5:45 when "doors open" at 4pm. Restaurant side even worse. They don't speak English yet have an attitude just because you aren't polish. 100% recommend. Ignite you'd be smart to never book fights here again read more

Similar experience as another recent review. DO NOT book your kids birthday here. They will cancel via text after all arrangements are finalized, invitations are sent, and leave you scrambling. read more

If I could give this place a 0 star review, I would. Service is nonexistent, very rude. Can't even tell you what the food tasted like because we waited 3 HOURS for basic food and didn't get anything. DO NOT WASTE YOUR MONEY! read more

A great place to come with kids. You get to watch sports while kids play on their many bounce houses. The food is pretty solid for a sports bar too. Only criticism would be that they need to improve their TV system to allow more than one game to be shown at a time on their many TVs. Wanted to watch the NFL, but they said others wanted to watch a European Volleyball match and their system only allowed one channel at a time. read more

I'm happy to say I get great service every time I go there. Staff is friendly, food is amazing and the kids have a great time running around with soccer balls . I've booked private parties at this facility and each time I was satisfied with their organization and quality of service. read more

It is so difficult to find a place that is kid-friendly and has good food, a comfortable and welcoming atmosphere and stellar service. Compass arena checks all boxes. Not only are my kids happy when we go there, we are too. We enjoy listening to good music, hanging out with friends and family, celebrating events, and eating the home cooked food on the menu. Thank you Compass for always treating us like family. read more

Hidden away in a business district this place is awesome. The food is plentiful and tasty. Good variety of Eastern European beers. The place is very clean and staff is attentive. Plenty of parking. Great for group events, weddings, concerts and sporting events. Very modern! read more

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Drinks here are sub-par but they charge for them like you're in downtown. Servers need an attitude adjustment. The security guard that is built like a blueberry also needs to get his attitude checked. Didn't eat the food while there, from some of the reviews below I'm glad I didn't. Likely won't be returning here. Can get far better food and drinks in the area for cheaper with much better service. read more

The service is poor. I was their last weekend and the service was terrible. I asked for tea and they kept sending me to different waitress. No good service. I will just go somewhere else. Also the concert menu sucked it wasn't that good. It was cold and the sound system sucked. I payed $70 for general admission and I wasn't even that impressed the sound system can be improved. I have been to way better concert menu. So please train ur staff to speak English to people my fiancé is American ans I'm they never speak English with him. As well train them to respect people when asking for service to offer tea and answer questions not be lazy in which they don't even help u instead they keep telling lies. That they don't serve tea when u see them taking it to other customers. read more

My Family and I have been coming to Compass Arena's restaurant since they opened. I've never had a bad meal and so many dishes remind me of how my Saint of a Grandmother used to make. The soups are out of this world along with the perfectly seasoned gourmet meats they make. And my kids favorites are the "Palačinka" for desert that is just done so darn right. Soft and light crepes. Great vibes and atmosphere as well. I totally recommend it. read more

I usually go to Compass because it's close, and their concerts have been the most organized and well kept. It was such a shame yesterday that they allowed people to smoke inside. When I complained the owner seemed to take care of it, but the people smoking were all his crew. So he continued to allow indoor smoking and just had the guy move. I'm sure the health department is totally against this, but for some reason the owner, Roy, allowed it to happen. Several times the smoking was complained about because it is not an indoor smoking place. He simply "took care of it" on the down low. Such a shame. The following days they host free children's play sessions in the very same room where they allowed smoke to deep into the walls. read more

Paid good money for my son to be a part of their Compass United soccer club. They've apparently canceled the club and fired the coach with not even the decency to notify the parents. I would trust this company with a single penny now. I strongly advise you to avoid at all costs. read more

I would stay away. After seating ourselves and then waiting for 10 minutes, we actually had to get our own menus. Staff continued to walk by, ignoring us. Maybe we were too old and they didn't think we would spend alot of money. Don't know.....will never know. The most attention we got on that slow Thursday afternoon was when we got up and left. The manager asked WHY. You tell me read more

Compass Arena seemed like a decent spot, a good atmosphere visually. Entered the restaurant about a hour and 27 mins before closing. Was told the kitchen closed 9 mins ago (now 9:39) but she would check if the cooks would keep the kitchen open. She took about 7-8 mins to return with an answer. She came back and notified us we can put in orders with the full menu, which was much appreciated. We were able to put in an order but then she left for 10 mins while I patiently waited to put in my drink order. She left from the kitchen with food and began eating it as she passed me. Had to call another server over to make a drink order. He was cool for a second but started making the drinks 5 mins later and away from us like he was hiding. It was weird. We were sitting at the bar and he didn't make the drinks in front of us. It was taking over 8 mins for the drink to be made. I asked him if the drinks were done and he said yes, but he was lookin in the fridge for something. So I asked again and he said yes but never gave eye contact.. again weird. At this point I had to leave. It was not a good experience and I don't ever plan on going back. read more