Great place! Chris is super patient, helpful, and fun! Stiff drinks. Nice food selection.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crab Dip, HH Potato Chips
Kennette Crockett
-- Step Right Up to Snakes and Lattes Welcome to a board game enthusiast's paradise nestled in the vibrant Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago! Picture a realm where the enchantment of Harry Potter merges seamlessly with the magic of Universal Studios, all infused with the whimsical charm of Willy Wonka's wonderland. This trendy gaming spot effortlessly captures the essence of cool hipster vibes, creating an atmosphere that's both captivating and welcoming. As you step into Snakes and Lattes, prepare to embark on a gaming adventure like no other. It's a place where iconic tales like Dungeon and Dragons come to life, where families engage in epic battles over strategic Monopoly boards, and where every corner exudes excitement and charm. And let's not forget about the delectable drinks that extend far beyond the realm of Butterbeer, accompanied by savory bites that tantalize your taste buds. This gaming haven is not just about entertainment; it's about forging connections and sparking conversations. The staff, led by master instructor Chris, are experts at curating gaming experiences tailored to your preferences. Chris effortlessly simplifies the rules of even the most complex games, turning intricate strategies into intuitive experiences in mere minutes. During our visit, we dove into the captivating world of PatchWork: Americana—a delightful blend of puzzles, Monopoly-esque strategy, and the life-sized decisions of Life. We then delved into the whimsical realm of Boop, a pet owner's dream where adorable kittens and cats vie for supremacy, adding a playful twist to traditional chess and checkers. If you're seeking something unique that fosters camaraderie and excitement, Snakes and Lattes is the ultimate destination. Prepare to be enchanted, entertained, and immersed in a world where every game tells a story and every moment is an adventure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crab Dip
Vishal Shah
Great coffee! Highly recommend the Nutella latte. Jay and Kennedy were awesome!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Annaliese Romans
Absolutely love this spot! Stumbled upon it a few months ago and have already come back 4 times. Great place to take friends visiting the city or mixup a routine hangout. Staff is personable and always happy to help you find a game you like. Such a gem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lucas Brandt
The music is too loud and the food is mid. But the space is great and there are so many games.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
Leodis McCray
I love this place! Had two margaritas the first one by Jason was better
Branson Stang
Great experience. This place has every game you can imagine, A-Z. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Although I cannot comment on the food as we only had drinks, I would highly recommend if you are someone who enjoys a good board game.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Adriana Martinez
Great atmosphere with an unbelievable amount of games to choose from! Very friendly staff that helped us walk through the games. Would definitely come back again to check out new games!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Cute spot for fun board games. We came a bit late so we couldn't get a table. But you're able to sit at the bar and play games too. The game room has a huge selection of games. There's something for everyone here. We snacked on some fries, which were good. We also tried their NA drinks, which arrived quickly. Everyone was friendly and talkative, which was nice
Me and two friends couldn’t get a table to play a board game. I sat at the bar and had to order a beer through the website. You have to put all of your personal info into the website. Then I ordered a beer and received a non alcoholic beer, the non alcoholic part was cut off in the description. But the bartender was nice enough to exchange it for a regular beer. Then I wandered into the game room for two minutes, when I returned to the bar, where my coat covered my seat, my beer was gone.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 2
Jogenesis Bohn
Such a fun place! So many board games and good food/drinks. This place is even fun if it’s only two people since they have many types of board games. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Greg
Not what I expected, we made a reservation but arrived late (we had trouble with parking). We got a phone call minutes before arrival to confirm. But when we arrived -we were told we could only stay for a little over an hour because of a conflict with another reservation (info I could've used before entering). Mind you the charge would be the same even if we were staying for less than 2 hours. Now we felt rushed to play a game and get out. Food came late and expensive, game librarian said we can only have 1 game on the table, we had 2, what's the deal with that anyway? He snatched it away kinda rude I thought. Then he came again later mid game to tell me I closed my tab before he could charge us for admission, and wanted my credit card... ok... so I gave it to him and he came back but never told me what he charged on it... and I was already pretty much done with this place by then. I'm sure there's positive experiences to be had here, but I'm not giving this place another try.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
Jozline Vargas
This is only my second time going with my partner and this time we brought my family. We loveee the huge selection of games (from board games to card games), and the ambience is really nice. The food we ordered was really amazing! I had the grilled cheese with tomato soup and it was *chef kiss* haha. Me and my family did not leave mad at each other after playing any of the games haha.The staff are super cool and friendly as well!Definitely will be coming back very soon ? (I recommend the match madness game!)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Anna gama
This place is so cool! The concept of playing games having a few drinks with friends is very cool. The staff was great. And it was very fun. Definitely will come back with friends .
Great place! Chris is super patient, helpful, and fun! Stiff drinks. Nice food selection.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crab Dip, HH Potato Chips
-- Step Right Up to Snakes and Lattes Welcome to a board game enthusiast's paradise nestled in the vibrant Wicker Park neighborhood of Chicago! Picture a realm where the enchantment of Harry Potter merges seamlessly with the magic of Universal Studios, all infused with the whimsical charm of Willy Wonka's wonderland. This trendy gaming spot effortlessly captures the essence of cool hipster vibes, creating an atmosphere that's both captivating and welcoming. As you step into Snakes and Lattes, prepare to embark on a gaming adventure like no other. It's a place where iconic tales like Dungeon and Dragons come to life, where families engage in epic battles over strategic Monopoly boards, and where every corner exudes excitement and charm. And let's not forget about the delectable drinks that extend far beyond the realm of Butterbeer, accompanied by savory bites that tantalize your taste buds. This gaming haven is not just about entertainment; it's about forging connections and sparking conversations. The staff, led by master instructor Chris, are experts at curating gaming experiences tailored to your preferences. Chris effortlessly simplifies the rules of even the most complex games, turning intricate strategies into intuitive experiences in mere minutes. During our visit, we dove into the captivating world of PatchWork: Americana—a delightful blend of puzzles, Monopoly-esque strategy, and the life-sized decisions of Life. We then delved into the whimsical realm of Boop, a pet owner's dream where adorable kittens and cats vie for supremacy, adding a playful twist to traditional chess and checkers. If you're seeking something unique that fosters camaraderie and excitement, Snakes and Lattes is the ultimate destination. Prepare to be enchanted, entertained, and immersed in a world where every game tells a story and every moment is an adventure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crab Dip
Great coffee! Highly recommend the Nutella latte. Jay and Kennedy were awesome!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely love this spot! Stumbled upon it a few months ago and have already come back 4 times. Great place to take friends visiting the city or mixup a routine hangout. Staff is personable and always happy to help you find a game you like. Such a gem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The music is too loud and the food is mid. But the space is great and there are so many games.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 5
I love this place! Had two margaritas the first one by Jason was better
Great experience. This place has every game you can imagine, A-Z. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Although I cannot comment on the food as we only had drinks, I would highly recommend if you are someone who enjoys a good board game.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great atmosphere with an unbelievable amount of games to choose from! Very friendly staff that helped us walk through the games. Would definitely come back again to check out new games!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cute spot for fun board games. We came a bit late so we couldn't get a table. But you're able to sit at the bar and play games too. The game room has a huge selection of games. There's something for everyone here. We snacked on some fries, which were good. We also tried their NA drinks, which arrived quickly. Everyone was friendly and talkative, which was nice
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Fries
Awesome place with kind staff!
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Me and two friends couldn’t get a table to play a board game. I sat at the bar and had to order a beer through the website. You have to put all of your personal info into the website. Then I ordered a beer and received a non alcoholic beer, the non alcoholic part was cut off in the description. But the bartender was nice enough to exchange it for a regular beer. Then I wandered into the game room for two minutes, when I returned to the bar, where my coat covered my seat, my beer was gone.
Atmosphere: 4
Service: 2
Such a fun place! So many board games and good food/drinks. This place is even fun if it’s only two people since they have many types of board games. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not what I expected, we made a reservation but arrived late (we had trouble with parking). We got a phone call minutes before arrival to confirm. But when we arrived -we were told we could only stay for a little over an hour because of a conflict with another reservation (info I could've used before entering). Mind you the charge would be the same even if we were staying for less than 2 hours. Now we felt rushed to play a game and get out. Food came late and expensive, game librarian said we can only have 1 game on the table, we had 2, what's the deal with that anyway? He snatched it away kinda rude I thought. Then he came again later mid game to tell me I closed my tab before he could charge us for admission, and wanted my credit card... ok... so I gave it to him and he came back but never told me what he charged on it... and I was already pretty much done with this place by then. I'm sure there's positive experiences to be had here, but I'm not giving this place another try.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
This is only my second time going with my partner and this time we brought my family. We loveee the huge selection of games (from board games to card games), and the ambience is really nice. The food we ordered was really amazing! I had the grilled cheese with tomato soup and it was *chef kiss* haha. Me and my family did not leave mad at each other after playing any of the games haha.The staff are super cool and friendly as well!Definitely will be coming back very soon ? (I recommend the match madness game!)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is so cool! The concept of playing games having a few drinks with friends is very cool. The staff was great. And it was very fun. Definitely will come back with friends .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5