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    3.8 (179 reviews)

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    Jose M.

    Ryleigh was great. She's a great example of the type of mixologist you need to be the face of The Ghost Trap. She's friendly and attentive. She exudes the people skills required to be in such role. She not only took our orders but was willing to explain other cocktails as she prepared them. My wife and I had an amazing date night!

    The dining/lounge area inside Wonderverse is very nice. Bit odd to have xmas trees up in late January, tho...
    Eric S.

    MANDATORY FUN Sony's Wonderverse is a kaleidoscopic good time. Open since early 2024, this huge entertainment venue can be found on the outskirts of Oak Brook Mall between Pinstripes and Lifetime Fitness, above the L.L. Bean store in the northwest corner of the shopping center. This place is geared more towards families and younger kids than Activate across the street. We came here on 1/26/25 as part of a special event brunch celebrating their 1yr anniversary. There's lots of Sony IPs featured here, including Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs and Hotel Transylvania. On some days, they have costumed characters walking around and live music at night. The brunch buffet was much better than I expected. We arrived shortly after 10am and basically had the entire space to ourselves, which was equal parts eerie and serene. The dining room still had Christmas wreaths, lights, and even a projection of 'Happy Holidays', somewhat strange to see in late January. We enjoyed pancakes, bacon, sausage, breakfast potatoes, scrambled eggs, biscuits & gravy, a Crunchberry waffle bar, carving station w/prime rib and ham, plus chicken tenders, baked mac 'n cheese, and fries. All drinks were included, so the only extra expense was my bloody mary ($7), a lame effort of tomato juice and - maybe - splash of vodka. Their arcade has air hockey, basketball, a Dance Dance Revolution knockoff, Skee-Ball, House of the Dead 5, and plenty more. The games of skill are unusual in that you don't get any tickets for playing, rather, you have to reach a certain high score on a given game, which you get a voucher redeemable for....something? There's an area for dynamic driving sims on motion platforms. It's more of a ride than a game, so much so that you have to wear a seatbelt. I took one for a spin and was surprised at how aggressive the motions were. Forget seatbelts, those things need airbags! This was lots of fun and I'd come back for this. They've got several virtual reality rooms including Jumanji and two Ghostbusters experiences (in one, you're driving the Ecto-mobile, in another you're firing proton packs). There's also an escape room themed to Uncharted that has 3 different 30-minute challenges. These are booked in advance and are a separate $20-30 charge. The Zombieland-themed bumper car arena is very small. They squeezed 6 bumper cars onto a floor the size of a bedroom, threw a zombified torso on a wooden rafter and called it a day. I know Zombieland is a popular IP, but this should've been a shooting gallery instead of a halfhearted bumper car zone. Since Wonderverse is located on the top floor (no escalators), you can either hoof it up two lengthy flights of concrete steps, or take the elevator.....except that it was broken during our visit. We were carrying a toddler, baby, and stroller, so this was no small inconvenience. Going up wasn't as tricky as walking DOWN those steep-ass stairs, and in the middle of winter! -1 full star for that bullsh*t. * TL;DR * Pulsing with bright LEDs and VR headsets, Wonderverse is a great place to spend a few hours. Brunch was a terrific value at $25pp for the special event, and that included a $30 game card. I wasn't too impressed with their arcade (which could use a few pinball tables) and the bumper cars seems like a creative misfire. The rest of the place is pretty cool. The biggest gripe I have is the fact that entry is on the upper level of the mall, so if you're a family with small kids and/or a stroller, you desperately need a working elevator. Without it, climbing aaaalllll those outdoor stairs with a little one is a pain and a wee bit dangerous. Fix the elevator and then let's talk again.

    Jemyra I.

    I wanted to go to a place where my nephews and I could have a good time. A family member mentioned they went and had a great so I wanted to try. I had read mixed reviews but wanted my own experience. I came across a groupon and that intrigued me more. It was a variety of arcade game, vr simulations, air hockey and so much more. It was a nice space and pretty quiet for a Saturday. I will go back. The workers were helpful when needed. My nephews having a great time was a win.

    Fried mac and cheese balls
    Andy B.

    I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Wonderverse. It's a place worth experiencing at least once to indulge in its unique offerings, though I can't see it becoming a regular hangout spot. Think of it like one of those summer blockbuster movies that are great for a one-time thrill, but not something you'd watch on repeat. The Ghostbusters-themed bar is amazing, doing an excellent job capturing the essence of the classic films. While the drinks were delicious, I was disappointed that the featured Ghost Trap shots advertised on the website were unavailable, existing only as promotional material. That disappointment aside, the restaurant's got some great food. The fried mac and cheese balls paired with pickle fries were excellent appetizers and the bleu cheese burger was a savory masterpiece. The escape rooms are a highlight, offering fun challenges that range from easy to medium difficulty. We navigated all three without needing hints, except during a minor technical hiccup. Despite the venue being nearly empty, the staff were on-point, attentive, and friendly. The Jumanji VR game is a must-try. It's impressively interactive and cleverly designed how they have you and your group move from room-to-room. I thought it was kind of funny that I turned into Ruby Roundhouse and actually spent a little bit of time admiring myself in the reflection. I also accidentally bumped into a wall and hurt my hand (nothing serious), so be careful when trying to dodge hungry alligators! (Side note: this review was written during the Summer of 2024 but I forgot to actually hit the "Post Review" button...)

    Mitch E.

    I learned of Wonderverse through a Facebook ad about the Friendsgiving event they were having. It was about $67 per couple or BOGO at $33.50 per person. The location is quite large and the staff was helpful in navigating where to go. They provided a buffet of all Thanksgiving type foods. It was all very average tasting at best. They only offered one specialty drink which was Boss Water. It sells normally for $16 but included as part of this package. We also received three hours of unlimited play on most of their games. Here's the catch, the card and wireless system to activate games is often very slow. In some cases, I waited 60-90 seconds before it would even read the card as valid. Other times, I had to tap the card again to make it work. It was slightly frustrating. My friends got wild because they could use their cards on the claw machines and they seemed to enjoy that. Everything is movie themed which makes sense. It's clean and quite large. I enjoyed my time with friends.

    Appetizer loaded nachos with chicken
    Sierra H.

    I came here for my mother in law's birthday. It was not what I expected upon entering. There is a lot of free space with more lounge/ sitting areas than games. The games were on one side with a few VR games, and escape room, and Ghostbusters VR. The bar was in the middle of the space with the restaurant upon entrance. It was very quiet and laidback which was unexpected for me. Service was nonexistent as it being our first, no one seemed to ask if we needed help. We simply figured it out on our own by just walking around. There is a desk near the entrance but it was for the restaurant and they weren't as welcoming. Food was pretty pricey! We went with an appetizer, loaded nachos, and fries. It wasn't that great to taste as i believe the fries tasted better. I would come back for a date night as the games were more limited and more adult friendly than kid friendly. Overall it was an interesting experience but could have been better.

    VR Ghostbusters
    Joneice B.

    We randomly headed out to Oakbrook to try the Ghostbusters VR game. This facility is located on the edge of the center. Plenty of parking right outside. We headed up to the facility which does have accessible elevators. Upon entering we noticed how spacious the Wonderverse is. I was surprised by how big the bar was. In addition to the bar was various dining areas. The dining area was perfect for watching sports as big TV were all over the facility. For games, they literally have everything: basketball, dance, bumper cars, racing, arcade. We came solely to try the ghostbusters opportunities. We opted to play the VR academy which was lengthy and very high tech. Thanks you to Jamari for setting us up and explaining how to play the game. We appreciate his customer service and how thorough he was at explaining the difference between the VR game and the racing Ghostbusters game. We didn't have a chance to eat but they did have an expansive restaurant. Further, they had several food specials for Football day items to include a 5lb cheeseburger. All in all, we had a good time checking this place out. Very appropriate for a date night or a family day.

    Ghostbusters speakeasy! Super cute!
    Sylvia P.

    I discovered this place through my Instagram algorithm one day when a deal appeared for an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet along with a $30 play card for just $30. Essentially, you get the brunch for free (minus taxes and tips). It's a great deal! The all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet was surprisingly good. Nonalcoholic drinks were included, and there were so many options that there was guaranteed to be something for everyone. The space itself is massive, featuring a charming main bar area. Be sure to check out the really cool Ghostbusters-themed speakeasy. We also enjoyed the Zombieland bumper cars and tried a few VR rides and arcade games. However, my only complaint is that, despite its size, there weren't as many activities for a 9-year-old girl as we had hoped. There were enough options, but with $90 between myself, my fiancée, and my daughter, she ended up doing some of the same activities repeatedly. Additionally, several machines were out of order. We would definitely return another day because it's such a great deal. Hopefully, next time, there will be fewer broken machines and a wider variety of games available

    Awesome 1980s cover band on July 12, 2024
    Marco N.

    Come here for a family event with kids of different ages. Manger and staff were very accommodating and helpful with late arrivals and even some free game play. Friday night at 8pm 1980s cover band was great. Everyone liked the food and games. Most of the vid I games are $3.50 per play. You need reservations for many of the other things, like escape rooms etc.

    Fried Ribs appetizer
    Christine L.

    Hubby has been wanting to come here for the longest time and we finally stopped by around 9pm on a Saturday night. It was a super chill vibe, they don't allow kids after 8pm and there's someone checking IDs at the entrance. As soon as we walked in too there was someone to greet us and answer our questions and let us know where to go. We grabbed dinner at the restaurant, our waiter was very friendly and helpful. The food was pretty decent, hubby loved the fried ribs which were falling off the bone, and it's not indicated on the menu but it came with a few fries/"chips" also. I ordered the brisket nachos which were also very good. The drinks looked good, and on our server's recommendation we went to the Ghost Trap, a 21+ "speakeasy". It's pretty neat, they've got dark lighting, ghostly lights flying around, and some good (and strong) drinks. We were able to find a table and ordered at the bar. It's a smallish but cozy space. We didn't do any of the paid entertainment, but it was sort of fun seeing some of the movie themed things. I actually wish there was more of that kind of thing to look around and see but it's also possible that I just didn't notice it. Staff and service was excellent, everyone was so helpful and friendly. It really made for a great experience. Also be sure to take advantage of the Yelp check in deal (available as of April 2024)!

    Judi and me celebrating my 67th birthday
    Stephen M.

    Just a few drinks with a good friend, Judi celebrating my 67th birthday. Great service, drinks slightly pricey. Food menu was looking great. Will come back

    Mayra M.

    Alright I'm going to break this review down into a few parts. This review is specific to a pre-paid Hotel Transylvania character brunch with a designated time of 11:45am sit down. The event page sold tickets per time slot with the understanding you'd be sat at your designated time. Upon arrival, we checked in and got our wristbands and were told to stand in line. This is here the miscommunication began. The line was quite long at 11:45am considering that's the time we were to be sat. Not once did staff say "as a heads up, there's a long wait ahead or we're running behind, etc" nothing. So here we are standing in line waiting with 2 small kids as were many others. 45 minutes passes, we see the host randomly seating people out of order in the line based on how many people are in their party. I approached her and asked how much longer the wait would be - bomb dropped! She replies "we're doing the best we can because we were double booked, someone booked a party of 200 at the same time as this event." LOL! What a mess! Internal miscommunication there - how in the world do you book a party at the same time as an almost sold out event with pre-paid tickets sold and no refunds given. I have to say the staff was nice and welcoming and everyone was doing their best. Some guy even yelled and got in the face of the manager - a bit aggressive for my liking but hey it got him a table so to each their own. We asked her to split a large table with another party so she finally agreed to sit us with another family at a table of 10. Food: it was a brunch style buffet, unfortunately a lot of the food was running out so fast they were having trouble keeping the trays full. The food was fine, regular brunch food nothing with a wow factor. Our server only came around once with water and drinks for the kids, didn't see her again. Maybe it was the end of shift or break? Who knows. It took forever to get someone to pay for the 2 apple juices we got since the food was part of the prepaid ticket. I have to give it up for the back of the house staff who was doing their best to keep up with this poorly planed event. Thank you! We saw the characters plenty of times so that part was cool, they stopped to say hi and take photos with everyone. Half the characters were walking around the tables and the other half were on the other end of the dining area. Arcade area: each prepaid ticket got a play card to go into the arcade and play those games - here's the kicker it was packed! Everyone with the delays in seating etc finished around the same times causing a huge crowd in the arcade area and you couldn't really play much. As a first time visitor not knowing what to expect and excited to see this place for the first time - I can't say I'll return or be eager to check out another event. I really hope they learn from today's event for next weekend and plan ahead for all of these issues and lack of communication with customers.

    Andre A.

    Great place to take the family. They have a bar for the adults , virtual reality for the kids (and adults ) . Also have a nice selection of arcades that everyone will appreciate

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