HQ Beercade Chicago — Guestlist, Dress Code, Bottle Service

Address

213 W Institute Pl, Chicago, IL 60610, United States

Get on the guestlist — free

Tell us your name, the date and your party size.
We submit your request straight to the venue.
You get a confirmation by text or email. Walk in, skip the wait.

The vibe

A raucous River North arcade bar where 70-plus free-to-play vintage games and pinball tables glow against an industrial room full of craft beer and cocktails.

Known for

70+ free-to-play arcade games and pinball
Classics like Donkey Kong, NBA Jam and Frogger
Weekday happy hour with cocktails and White Claw buckets

What to expect

Expect a loud, nostalgic 21+ night bouncing between pinball and NBA Jam with a beer in hand, busiest on weekends when the game room fills up.

Tables & bottle service

Booking a table is the move for birthdays, groups and big nights — guaranteed seating, your own server and the best view of the room. Tell us your date and headcount and we'll line up bottle service that fits your night.

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FAQ

How do I get on the guestlist at HQ Beercade?

Request the free Nightspotters guestlist with your name, date and party size. We submit it to the venue and confirm by text or email.

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