Betting Locations in Chicago, Illinois for 2024

Blake Roberts By Blake Roberts Founder & Editor in Chief Updated: November 18, 2024
Blake Roberts Blake Roberts Founder & Editor in Chief at Betting.us

Betting.us Editor-in-Chief Blake Roberts skillfully uses his background in statistics and sports knowledge base to create insightful betting guides. Blake was born in Morgantown, WV, and he has a community college degree in Statistics. His stamping grounds are the live betting platforms of West Virginia.

Upon receiving Chicago sports betting legislation, the top sports betting operators were ready to offer their services to Chicago. You have many options, including, but not limited to – professional, amateur, local matches, and more! Without further ado, let's start looking at the sportsbooks and the variety of sports betting options. And if you're still wondering – Is sports betting legal in Chicago? Then your answer is yes, it is!

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Legal Brick-and-Mortar Sportsbooks in Chicago and Their Locations

You got to know that sports betting is legal, and now the question is, 'Well, where can I bet on sports i Chicago then? There are currently 25 Chicago sportsbooks and a many more betting options s well. You can choose between all of them.

Sportsbook Type Sportsbook Betting Operator Address
Corliss Off-Track Hawthorne Race Course 11203 S Corliss, Chicago, IL 60628, USA
Hawthorne Race Course Racetrack Carey Family 3501 South Laramie Avenue, Stickney, IL 60402, USA
Trackside at Joe's Bar
Sportsbook near Chicago Distance Address
Arlington International Racecourse Racetrack 29 Miles 2200 W Euclid Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
Balmoral Park Racetrack Racetrack 38 Miles 26435 South Dixie Highway, Crete, IL 60417, USA
Club Hawthorne Lansing Sports Bar 23.9 miles 17030 Torrence Ave, Lansing, IL 60438, USA
Club Hawthorne Oakbrook Terrace Sports Bar 19 Miles 17W648 22nd Street, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181, USA
Club Hawthorne Ottawa Sports Bar 137 Miles 110 W. Etna Road, Ottawa, IL 61350, USA
Club Hawthorne Prospect Heights & PointsBet Sports Bar - 1250 S. River Road, Prospect Heights, IL 60070, USA
Crestwood OTB Off-Track 22 Miles 13148 Rivercrest Dr., Crestwood, IL 60418, USA
Grand Victoria Casino River Boat - 250 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120, USA
Hollywood Casino Aurora River Boat - 1 W New York St, Aurora, IL 60506, USA
Post Time Sports Bar & Grille Off-Track 38 Miles 13860 Rockland Road, Green Oaks, IL 60048, USA
Ringside Sports Bar & OTB Off-Track 37 Miles 554 E Devon Ave Ste, B Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, USA
Rivers Casino Des Plaines River Boat - 3000 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018, USA
The Turf Room Off-Track 43 Miles 650 Randall Crossings Lane, North Aurora, IL 60542, USA
Trackside at the Saddle Room Off-Track 35 Miles 2559 Pratum Ave, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 , USA
Furlong's Sports Grill & OTB Off-Track 137 Miles 110 W. Etna Road

Best Sportsbooks in Chicago

Those are all the sportsbooks inside the city of Chicago. Each one of them offers a high-quality betting options. You have a variety, and you can choose between all of them and the nearest ones. Below, you can see the best sportsbooks in Chicago and some of their top qualities.

Name Rating Features/Extras Website Full Address Review
Corliss
4.2 /5
Amazing Odds, Many Perks www.hawthorneracecourse.com 11203 S Corliss, Chicago, IL 60628, USA Read Review
Hawthorne Race Course
4.2 /5
Great Promotions and Racing Coverage www.hawthorneracecourse.com 3501 South Laramie Avenue, Stickney, IL 60402, USA Read Review
Trackside at Joe's Bar
4.7 /5
Great Variety of Sports Betting Options, Competitive Odds www.joesbar.com Coming Soon

Sportsbooks Near Chicago

But sports betting in Chicago IL, isn't limited to the city. You have many other betting opportunities in nearby towns. Those travelling around the state will find other betting venues in Illinois within close distance to Chicago.

Sportsbooks City, State Distance Top Sports to Bet On Sportsbook Review
Danville, IL
138 Miles from Chicago
Horse Racing
Coming Soon
Mokena, IL
33.1 Miles from Chicago
Horse Betting
Read Review
Champaign, Illinois
141 Miles from Chicago
Horse Betting
Read Review

Chicago Sports Betting Alternatives

As you can see, sports betting in Chicago IL, is well-developed, and you have plenty of opportunities. If you have already tried each Chicago sportsbook, you can go ahead and check the nearby sports betting options. The sportsbooks mentioned above are less than 20 miles away, and you can check them out whenever you want to. We've collected all the sportsbooks together and listed them so that you could choose the best one for you. Some of them offer more than sports betting options – a casino, for example.

FAQ

How old do you have to be to bet on sports in Chicago, IL?

If you're located in Chicago, Illinois, you have to be at least 18 years old to be able to place sports bets legally.

How many retail sportsbooks are in Chicago?

Currently, in Chicago and the nearby locations of Chicago, you can find 31 sportsbooks in total. Each one of them offers a different variety of options to choose from.

What time do in-person sportsbooks close in Chicago?

There are many sportsbooks in Chicago, but most of them work until 02:00 AM. But there are plenty of nearby locations where you can bet all night long.

Where can I watch sports in Chicago, Illinois?

As you've already seen above, there are a lot of sports bars and sportsbooks. Many of them offer flat TV screens to watch all the matches live.

Helping Hand for Gamblers in Chicago

Help for Problem Gambling in Chicago
  • Local Office of State Help Center National Problem Gambling Helpline – 217Winston Ave, Bartonville, IL 61607
  • Website www.icpg.org
  • Phone/Hotline 1-800-522-4700

Conclusion

To conclude our Chicago sports gambling review, we'd like to mention once more that sports betting in the state is legal overall. There are currently 31 sportsbooks and three racetracks in Chicago and the nearby cities. There is also the widespread availability of online sports betting in Illinois which provides further options.

Disclaimer: In regards to any changes related to the information of sportsbooks, we won't be held responsible if such differences occur. We advise our readers to double-check the official site of the betting location for most accurate information.