Video gaming terminals for Chicago bars and restaurants
Prairie State Gaming is an Illinois terminal operator rooted in Illinois and backed by PENN Entertainment, Inc., with 8 route offices across the state. Where video gaming stands in Chicago today is in the dated notice below.
This site is built for the owner of a bar or restaurant in a specific place: a page for each Chicago neighborhood, ZIP code and ward as it is published, with the area’s history, its bar and restaurant scene, which establishments have applied for a gaming license, and where the city stands.
Start with where you are
Area pages are being published neighborhood by neighborhood. Each one is written for that place and refreshed from public City and Illinois Gaming Board records.
Neighborhoods
Chicago's 77 community areas and the neighborhood names people actually use.
ZIP codes
Chicago's 59 ZIP codes, grouped by side of the city.
Wards
Chicago's 50 wards and each ward's licensing picture.
Pages appear here as they are published; a page that is not listed yet is still being written.
People, service and practical support
In Prairie State Gaming's own words. Service, not a thing of value: the Illinois Video Gaming Act fixes the revenue split and forbids inducements, so what differs between operators is the people and the support.
Account Management
A dedicated Account Manager who knows the location, its priorities and goals — one consistent point of contact.
Service & Support
Local service teams with around-the-clock support to address equipment issues and keep the gaming operation running.
Gaming Area Planning
Help evaluating the space, equipment options and layout so the gaming area fits the location and feels comfortable for guests.
Marketing Support
A marketing and design team that brings attention to the gaming offering through promotional materials and approved campaigns.
Performance Insights
The Partner Performance Portal: reporting on gaming results to review trends and discuss next steps with the PSG team.
Licensing Support
A licensing team that explains the application process and coordinates the information and steps needed to move forward.
Red Carpet Rewards
Player promotions, prize opportunities and events through RCR, with the platform, on-site setup and materials supported by PSG.
Darts, Leagues & Amusements
Darts, pool, Golden Tee and other amusements; in-house and remote dart leagues with 100% player payback.
Plan Your Next Move With PSG
Exploring video gaming for your Chicago business? Start with a team that takes the time to understand your location and your goals. PSG can help you navigate licensing questions, consider your gaming-area setup and understand the service, marketing and player promotions available through a partnership.
What changed, and when
Dated, sourced updates on video gaming in Chicago: the budget vote, the first state approvals, City Hall's next step. Published as it happens.
Talk about your location
Tell us where you are and what you're weighing. Local People. National Backing.
Gambling problem? For free confidential help, call the National Problem Gambling Helpline at 1-800-GAMBLER. Must be 21+ to wager.