Dave & Buster's Vernon Hills

3.9
2283 reviews

About

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Welcome to Dave & Buster's in Vernon Hills, your premier spot for food, fun, and entertainment located at 424 Hawthorn Center. Discover our outstanding restaurant and sports bar, where you can enjoy delicious chef-crafted meals while watching sports on our high-definition TVs. Dive into our world-class arcade, featuring cutting-edge games, simulators, and exciting virtual reality experiences. Plan your next event with us, whether it’s a birthday bash or a corporate event, and benefit from our customizable event spaces, state-of-the-art technology, and catering services. Join us today and see why Dave & Buster's is the top choice for dining, gaming, sports viewing, and entertainment all in one place.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • DebitAvailable

Location

Dave & Buster's Vernon Hills
424 Hawthorn Center, Vernon Hills, IL
60061, United States

Hours

Reviews

3.9
2,283 reviews
5 stars
1,085
4 stars
539
3 stars
288
2 stars
146
1 star
225

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Issues

Numerous customers reported slow and inattentive service, with long waits for drink and food orders, and staff often ignoring guests.

Food Quality

Feedback on food quality was mixed, with some praising it as surprisingly good, while others found it overpriced and lacking in flavor.

Game Maintenance

Several reviews mentioned that many arcade games were out of order or not functioning properly, leading to frustration among guests.

Staff Attitude

While some staff members received praise for their friendliness and attentiveness, others were criticized for being rude or unhelpful.

Atmosphere

The atmosphere was generally described as fun and lively, making it a good place for families, though some noted cleanliness issues.
  • VB
    Vela Urban Band
    Nov 12, 2025
    1.0
    There is no one on the front desk for 20 minutes,if you have the problem you need to solve it yourself!
  • DA
    David Aas
    Nov 10, 2025
    5.0
    Went there for a birthday party didn’t see Dave but I did see a kid busting, I will never forget what I saw that day.
  • LW
    Lucas Wraa
    Oct 25, 2025
    1.0
    Was just here VERY selfish disrespectful behavior and to members of our armed forces service members felt disrespected by staff for simply wanting to eat and walk around having asked a staff member a question of wether we could eat here while responding I had asked them another question and they ignored and didn’t even look me in the eye was also told a very weird and awkward statement by a staff member by something I have never heard in my life we left and took our business elsewhere
  • MD
    Mike Davis
    Oct 24, 2025
    2.0
    The location is about half the size it use to be. I couldn't get anyone at the bar to even look at me to take an order. No one working in the prize shop could tell us how to put money on the card.🚨 The UFC game, ax throwing game, Mario kart game, multiplayer Pac-Man game, fishing game for tickets, all took money and didn't work. No one at this location cares enough to even hear that. So we left after an hour after mostly getting robbed but the place and ignored. I will not be back to this location. I don't suggest you go to this location either until they feel of as they want to help the customers. We drove an hour to get here for a birthday dinner and wish I saved the money, and went somewhere else less frustrating. Good luck parking also. We had to park by AMC and walk in due to the lack of a parking lot. We interacted with 4 employees but everyone told us to go to the bar for assistance and no one would acknowledge our existence at the bar but they looked like they were enjoying there time chatting with the drink runners.
  • IS
    Irina S
    Oct 21, 2025
    3.0
    We love coming to play and eventually tired having dinner. I think we've eaten there at least 8 times.... Unfortunately, there wasn't a time when I have either waited a crazy long time for someone to acknowledge me or once I was charged for my check and someone else's. Constant mistakes with food. It's just sad because my son really loves the games. I really hope that corporate will take charge of the restaurant and fix it.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dave & Buster's Vernon Hills

What kind of entertainment and dining options does Dave & Buster's Vernon Hills offer?

Dave & Buster's Vernon Hills offers a combination of food, fun, and entertainment including a restaurant, sports bar with high-definition TVs, a world-class arcade with games and virtual reality experiences, and event spaces.

What are the operating hours for Dave & Buster's Vernon Hills?

Dave & Buster's is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00 AM to midnight, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 AM/10:00 AM to 1:00 AM, and Sunday from 10:00 AM to midnight.