When you think of ping pong, you don’t normally think of Susan Sarandon, but that hasn’t stopped the Academy Award-winning actress from tossing her hat into the ring.
Sarandon’s new ping pong social club, SPiN, finally opened its doors to enthusiasts this Friday, March 4th, at 344 N. State Street in River North. The 16,000-square-foot venue also serves food, cocktails, and craft beers in a setting that, “emulates artistic expression, shared memories and epicurean discovery.”
“SPiN was created with a mission to first and foremost connect people. From the art on our walls to the intimate seating and lounge areas, to the entertainment and music we curate, every detail has been designed to create an atmosphere that drives creativity, connection and community,” says SPiN CEO, Pieter Vanermen. “When looking for our next location, we wanted to expand to a city that was rich in culture, innovation, culinary and entertainment, and Chicago was the perfect match. We are looking forward to bringing people together and making an impact on a city we deeply admire.” This is a spin-off from the usual billiards hall you’d find around Chicago. For more information on different types of pool games, visit PingPongRuler.com.
Here’s what you can expect and for all things ping pong you can visit Ping Pong Buzz.
SPiN Ping Pong
- Casual, social play
- Leagues
- Private lessons
- Annual memberships (special perks, table reservations, access to member-only events, and more)
- Weekly events hosted by ping pong pros Lukasz Fita, Dash Neimark, George Vaughn, Mat Waltz, Jim Waltz, and Barbara Wei.
- 20 state-of-the-art STIGA ping pong tables
- Patio featuring outdoor tables during the summer
Other Features
- Monthly international DJ events
- Two full bars
- Three private lounges
- Contemporary, artistic ambiance
- Expansive patio on the ground level
- Subtle black lights can be turned on for a glow in the dark experience
- Food with locally sourced ingredients (within 200 miles of River North)
- Lunch, dinner, and late night food
- Open until 2 am, and 3 am on Saturdays
For more info on River North’s new ping pong bar, visit wearespin.com.