Were you a big fan of PAC-MAN back in the day? Do you have fond memories of going to the arcade, putting your quarter in line to save your turn, and hoping to get the high score? There’s a restaurant and entertainment center that was designed with you in mind. It’s called Level 257, and it is located in Woodfield Mall, in Schaumburg, Illinois.
Level 257 is a 42,000 square foot entertainment complex that offers casual dining, craft beers, wines, and cocktails. It has its own bowling center, and, of course, plenty of video games for guests to enjoy. It was inspired by the very popular PAC-MAN arcade game.
Their Tumblr notes that Level 257 has a 180-seat dining room, 16 boutique retro-styled bowling lanes, table tennis, and pinball machines. It also has a games lounge with original arcade games that are alongside new titles. There are custom built game tables and free-to-play board games. It’s like a grown up version of the arcade we loved when we were kids. Their Tumblr also says:
Level 257 seeks to explore PAC-MAN’s impact upon our society and pop culture, reminding us all of the importance of play in our lives, while facilitating our desire to relive those times when beating the next level was the most important thing in the world. All while indulging that which we love now – great food and drinks with our friends and family.
The “beta period” (or soft-opening) is happening now through March 2, 2015. Those who want to know more can sign up for more information through Level 257’s website. Personally, I would love to check out this place out, and would happily do so if I still lived in the Midwest.