When it comes to fun dining, look no further than your home state. Whether you like games, interesting themes, or interactive experiences, this list of eight wacky restaurants will have something for you.
If you’re sick of the same old eateries, try one of these unique spots ASAP. There’s no excuse not to enjoy yourself in Illinois. Scroll on for the craziest places to dine.
- Going Bonkers, 229 N 48th Street in Quincy
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Facebook/Going Bonkers in Quincy Illinois This pizza adventure land is full of arcade games and a huge play center that is like a gigantic jungle gym. Patrons enjoy pizza, hot dogs, sandwiches, and more. This is the perfect place for a birthday celebration. Click here for previous coverage of this amazing pizzeria.
- 2Toots Train Whistle Grill, 450 N Main Street in Glen Ellyn, 203 S Main Street in Bartlett, and 1567 N Aurora Road in Naperville
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Facebook/2Toots Train Whistle Grill There’s nothing more kid-friendly than this train-themed restaurant. Order burgers, hot dogs, and other American classics and watch as train cars bring them right to you. Click here to learn more about this epic train restaurant.
- Level 257, 2 Woodfield Mall, Unit A in Schaumburg
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Facebook/Level 257 This PAC-MAN-themed restaurant is an arcade-lover’s dream. You’ll find classic pinball, ski ball, and a plethora of other vintage and modern arcade games, including every single PAC-MAN ever made (Ms. and Jr. included). Begin or end the night with something delicious from the unique menu for a fun dining experience you’ll never forget.
- Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl & Grill, 1000 Bass Pro Shops Drive in East Peoria
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Facebook/Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl & Grill Imagine dining and bowling under the sea. This astounding restaurant lets you do just that. Enjoy seafood classics as well as other American fare for an epic meal. For more information about this ocean-themed restaurant bowling alley, click here.
- Rain Forest Cafe, 605 N Clark Street in Chicago
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TripAdvisor/hiashley1987 One of the most unique restaurants in Chicago, this hot spot will surely give you a fun dining experience that can’t be beat. Step inside, and you’ll be instantly transported to the jungle, complete with lions, elephants, and zebras. Enjoy delicious eats like BBQ, fried chicken, burgers, seafood, pizza, and so much more.
- Port Edward, 20 W Algonquin Road in Algonquin
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Facebook/Port Edward Enjoy fresh seafood like never before at this unique eatery. Guests can reserve private dining in the cabin of a small boat or near a vintage windmill. It is situated right on the river and is a great spot to celebrate any occasion. Click here to learn more about this nautical restaurant.
- The Junction Diner, 7401 Madison Street in Forest Park
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Facebook/The Junction Diner Another fun place for train lovers is this magnificent eatery. Guests not only enjoy the classic Midwest fare but also how it gets to their tables. A model trail circles the main counter where patrons sit. Click here for previous coverage of this train-themed restaurant.
- R-Place Family Eatery, 21 Romines Drive in Morris
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Facebook/R-Place Family Eatery Full of fun decor, this intriguing eatery is awash with wacky things to look at. Airplanes hang from the sky, vintage signs line the walls, and old pictures are all around. You’ll find just about anything your heart desires on the menu, including sandwiches, wraps, burgers, fried chicken, and a plethora of appetizers. Get more info here about this fun dining experience.
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This pizza adventure land is full of arcade games and a huge play center that is like a gigantic jungle gym. Patrons enjoy pizza, hot dogs, sandwiches, and more. This is the perfect place for a birthday celebration. Click here for previous coverage of this amazing pizzeria.
Facebook/2Toots Train Whistle Grill
There’s nothing more kid-friendly than this train-themed restaurant. Order burgers, hot dogs, and other American classics and watch as train cars bring them right to you. Click here to learn more about this epic train restaurant.
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This PAC-MAN-themed restaurant is an arcade-lover’s dream. You’ll find classic pinball, ski ball, and a plethora of other vintage and modern arcade games, including every single PAC-MAN ever made (Ms. and Jr. included). Begin or end the night with something delicious from the unique menu for a fun dining experience you’ll never forget.
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Imagine dining and bowling under the sea. This astounding restaurant lets you do just that. Enjoy seafood classics as well as other American fare for an epic meal. For more information about this ocean-themed restaurant bowling alley, click here.
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One of the most unique restaurants in Chicago, this hot spot will surely give you a fun dining experience that can’t be beat. Step inside, and you’ll be instantly transported to the jungle, complete with lions, elephants, and zebras. Enjoy delicious eats like BBQ, fried chicken, burgers, seafood, pizza, and so much more.
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Enjoy fresh seafood like never before at this unique eatery. Guests can reserve private dining in the cabin of a small boat or near a vintage windmill. It is situated right on the river and is a great spot to celebrate any occasion. Click here to learn more about this nautical restaurant.
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Another fun place for train lovers is this magnificent eatery. Guests not only enjoy the classic Midwest fare but also how it gets to their tables. A model trail circles the main counter where patrons sit. Click here for previous coverage of this train-themed restaurant.
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Full of fun decor, this intriguing eatery is awash with wacky things to look at. Airplanes hang from the sky, vintage signs line the walls, and old pictures are all around. You’ll find just about anything your heart desires on the menu, including sandwiches, wraps, burgers, fried chicken, and a plethora of appetizers. Get more info here about this fun dining experience.
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