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Escape Strategy
4151 McCoy Dr suite 147, Aurora, IL 60504, United States
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Ed
Review №1

The Alice in wonderland room was very fun. Lots of riddles and puzzles. Escaped with 15 minutes left. Cant wait to try their other rooms. The staff was helpful and the clues let us still feel like we were solving the puzzles, just a nudge in the right direction. Even our 6 year old was able to help with a couple puzzles.

Na
Review №2

My group of 6 did the Crime Scene room and it was the perfect amount of challenge. Curtis was awesome and super helpful. We had a great time and made it out. We plan to do the other rooms too soon.

Yv
Review №3

Wonderful Veteran Owned Business. Such a fun place that’s perfect for Corporate Events, Birthday Parties, date nights, etc. Owner is so fun, friendly and accommodating! I highly recommend you visit Escape Strategy!

Br
Review №4

Showed up, door was locked and no one was there. Not sure how you can take an appointment and not honor the reservation. Clearly they weren’t open, mail was being piled up at the front door. WILL NEVER do business with them again.

Ka
Review №5

We did the senators office. The puzzles were great and unique. There arent red herrings which we appreciate. The puzzles were at a good level of difficulty. Some math was required but the staff helps out if your math skills arent great. The story is good, there is a true sense of purpose. None of the puzzles were meandering or far off base. It was very chronological. The staff was awesome and was great at providing hints. The room is high tech but not complicated and doesnt come off as obnoxiously over teched. We are excited to try their other rooms. They do Groupon specials so check Groupon before you book. Good luck!

Do
Review №6

Great date night. We teamed up with 2 other couples. And we all worked great together to get out with 1 minute 20 seconds to spare. They just need to replace some of their props every once in a while.

Je
Review №7

GREAT room! Clues were definitely helpful. We probably couldn’t have done it without them. The lobby could use a little refresh and a heater. It was freezing.

C
Review №8

Ive been to better places. This place wasnt bad, but it wasnt the greatest. Still had fun with my group, but well be going elsewhere from now on.

Re
Review №9

I was skeptical, but we had a great time. Not at all easy but great fun for adults

Mr
Review №10

Amazing place, fantastic fun, an all around good time! Definitely coming back for more

Bh
Review №11

It was good experience. The room was small could be crampy with too many people but overall it was enjoyable.

S
Review №12

Fun room; friendly staff. Definitely recommend this place for an escape room outing.

mo
Review №13

My boys and I had a fantastic time trying to escape one of the rooms! The representative explained the rules clearly and was very professional. While we did not escape in time we plan to come back soon to try another room!

Wi
Review №14

This place really challenges you! Even though the rooms are smaller there is plenty of room for a larger group to figure out the puzzles. The puzzles make you think and the exits are fun and original. The screens in the rooms are really cool that you can get clues when you get stuck.

Eu
Review №15

Wonderful staff. Mad hatter room was awesome.

Mi
Review №16

Good fun! A great place to exercise your brain for a while!

Ni
Review №17

We did the mad hatter room. It was hard but so fun and our host was great too!

Da
Review №18

This experience was awesome! There were only three of us doing the murder mystery escape room and we made it out with 2.5 min left! The clues were challenging but good enough to figure out what each clue meant. Detail is everything in this room. We will definitely be doing another escape room here!

Al
Review №19

The room was nice but had a little too much math to be enjoyable. It felt like the limit for solving the room for my group of 2 was to do all the math or to solve somewhat tedious puzzles. Like counting marked bills (so scanning each bill with a uv mark on it or doing math without a calculator). We were constantly on the right track and really did not need hints whatsoever. Staff is nice and friendly and room was clean and somewhat interesting.

Mo
Review №20

We love escape rooms so its real easy to talk good about it. If you have never tried one its a must do. Escape strategy has a few good beginner rooms. The staff were friendly and they real got you into the theme of the room. Best time to go would be during summer tends to get packed in winter!

Jo
Review №21

Dont go here! Business closed its doors and didnt contact previously booked parties, so now I have to try to get reimbursed. Phones disconnected.

Da
Review №22

Very fun! We went here with some friends and coworkers for a fun night out. We were split into two rooms, so not only were we trying to escape our room, but also get out more quickly than the others. It was challenging but still fun and the staff definitely makes sure to provide enough clues if needed.

Li
Review №23

This place was a blast! It was our first escape room experience, so we were pretty unsure what to expect. We had a group of 7 people booked for the Mad Hatter room. It took us 40 minutes, but we were able to solve all the riddles. It was definitely challenging and an amazing experience for our group. We will definitely be back to try the other rooms. Thanks guys! :)

Ko
Review №24

Friendly and fun employees! Clean atmosphere. Easy parking. We were there for a birthday. We did the Crime scene. Everyone in our group said it was a blast and challenging in an interesting way. We will definitely do it again!!

No
Review №25

My husband and I had so much fun doing the crime scene. It was definitely difficult as first timers but so fun! Front desk guy was friendly and precise with the instructions. Definitely going to give the Madhatter or Senator’s Office a try next time!

Jo
Review №26

Amazing!! Host was also very personable and great! I will definitely be back again

Dr
Review №27

What an amazing time !!! We had the MAD HATTER and the MURDER SCENE rooms for my sons 12th birthday with 12 friends. The boys had a competition to see which group could escape first. They had a riot and when they were done, wanted to flip flop and do the other room If that’s not an indication of a GREAT time I don’t know what is!!! Curtis was extremely helpful in the arrangements and monitoring their progress by giving them CLUES!! If you’re looking for a great time, look no further. I highly recommend the escape strategy ️️️️️

Da
Review №28

Had a great time! Mad Hatter room was fun and challenging. You know you had a great time when you are talking about it hours after you left.

Je
Review №29

I loved doing the escape room here! It was a ton of fun. Although the room may be a little bit small, there are tons of puzzles that are such a fun challenge. The staff was incredibly nice and I overall enjoyed the experience. This place is something you should try out.

Br
Review №30

Best escape room Ive done. Challenging and fun. Well done. The facilitator was great and gave good clues when we were stuck while still keeping it challenging.

An
Review №31

There were 4 in our party, seasoned escape room devotees, and we enjoyed the Alice room immensely. The decor was spot on. We finished with 10 minutes to go. It took our collective brain power to get through the room. Great job putting the clues and room together, Escape Strategy!

Cr
Review №32

Great experience! The crime scene room was awesome. First time and we were a large group not expecting for it to be so fun. Staff is great, place is clean and just a great time while we celebrated my sons 18th birthday. Book a time and go have fun...

Pe
Review №33

We had a great time here! Was our first escape room. Girlfriend daughter nephew and I did the crime scene room. We had 3 other people in our room and unfortunately one of them literally did nothing to help so if you book a room try to get enough people with you to not have that happen to you.Curtis was AMAZING and fixed my booking mistake which seriously helped more than he will ever know. We talked to him for a few after we failed our room (literally were at the last clue!) And he gave my daughter and nephew a pin for being great detectives and figuring things out. We did it for my daughters birthday she just turned 9. If shes solving clues your little ones can as well!!!!Thank you guys soooooo much!!!

Re
Review №34

Family had fun here. Small place with small rooms. Expected it to be bigger like other escape rooms. Worth it if you can get a good price through Groupon.

al
Review №35

This is the second time Ive visited an escape room. This place was really fun and challenging. We did the crime scene room as a couple. I think it works for a couple or a group. Staff was very friendly and made the experience that much better. Overall enjoyed it and would like to come to back.

Ca
Review №36

What a great experience! Even though we failed to complete by just one minute, our family had a great time. I highly recommend Escape Strategy. We will definitely come back.

Ja
Review №37

We had so much fun!

Vi
Review №38

We choose criminal scene and we liked it. It was our first time at the escape room and it was not very difficult how we thought, but unfortunately we failed :/ ( we were so close) :DOverall highly recommend for everyone and definitely we will try another rooms.Thank you for great experience.

Ca
Review №39

Highly recommend you visit this place. Nice and friendly staff. Clean and organized facility. I did the Crime Scene room and it was very cleverly built. Definitely going back again for the other rooms

Ri
Review №40

Family of 6 adults. We had a great time! Host was very pleasant explained everything we had to do to get started. It was challenging enough for all levels of family fun. Unfortunately we were just 1 puzzle shy of exiting the room so the host gave us a clue and we solved it in less then a minute to answer the final code to get out. (Senators room)We highly recommend this location.

Br
Review №41

Had a great time! Solved Mad Hatter room with 8 minutes to spare. Room has less than 30% solve rate. Mad Hatter props to our partners, Anthony & Heather.

Se
Review №42

Great staff,very helpfulWent in with a closed mind, came out ready to book my next room.

ja
Review №43

Place was cool. We did the CSI room. Almost made it through. Was a positive enough of an experience that Im sure well investigate some of their other rooms

Mi
Review №44

Semi-challenging room. Having several goose chases made it fun.

Br
Review №45

Awesome experience. Our family did the crime scene. The young girl who helped us was exceptional and very enthusiastic! 5 stars!!!

Me
Review №46

Our team of four completed the Crime Scene Room. It was challenging but not overly difficult. We had a lot of fun. The staff was awesome and really friendly, really took the time to explain the rules and everything to the remainder of our group who hadnt done an escape room before. Cant wait to try their Mad Hatter room!

Ja
Review №47

Our group of six reserved a private room and had a great time! We chose the Crime Scene. The story that was designed for the scene was well thought out, detailed and engaging. I gave four stars instead of five because a major piece of the puzzle was accidentally left out of the room. Midway through the hour, they brought it into the room, apologizing for the oversight. Simple human error. We all laughed it off and continued with the game. Despite this, I highly recommend this escape room! The only other small complaint would be the cost. Seems a bit pricey for one hour.

Mo
Review №48

This was my first time doing an escape room and I was pleasantly surprised. The staff is extremely friendly the room was challenging and the facility was nice. I would definitely recommend this for date night, family excursion, fun activity with friends, or just plain old entertainment.

He
Review №49

Great experience. Staff was very friendly and informative. Scene was the right amount of challenging and the clues were just enough to keep you motivated. Would definitely return.

Ch
Review №50

First time doing an escape room ever and I was lucky enough to spend it with my two brothers, sister in laws and fiancé. It was a great triple date and I would definitely recommend this place. We did the crime scene room and we escaped with minutes to spare. We want to go back to experience the other two rooms soon.

Sh
Review №51

Our group had a great time. We attempted the crime scene room and got sooo close. The staff was great. I will definitely go again.

Ja
Review №52

Mad Hatter Room was a mad good time! Did not dissappoint. We didnt win, but, Im not mad about it. Well...I guess we re all mad here. Lol. We re going back!!!

La
Review №53

We had a lot of fun here, and would definitely recommend to others. The Senators Room was appropriately challenging. Not easy, but not too hard that you cant solve the clues. The staff was friendly and helpful, too. One of our boxes wouldnt open, so we moved on. It turned out the lock was broken. Our time was paused as our guide tried to solve the problem. This was much appreciated. There was one other issue with an item that I thought couldve been working better. I dont want to say what as it might give a clue away! If I could give 4.5, I would.Overall, a nice night out with family and friends. Ill be back!

Ju
Review №54

Escape rooms are great. Escape Strategy is good (I did the Senators Office and Crime Scene rooms) but not among the best escape rooms Ive done.

Ch
Review №55

Great time! Great fun! Challenging rooms!

Ju
Review №56

Even with three of my smartest friends, we escaped the toughest room they’ve got with just 30 seconds to spare. The staff was friendly and helpful, and the overall experience was fun from start to finish.

Na
Review №57

This was our second escape room their were 4ppl in our group. The experience was unique,challenging, creative and engaging. We were able to escape with 1:00min left. All of the creative ideas created an exhilarating experience for our group.The customer service was extremely personable. The directions were clear. I cant wait for their next room to open.Convenient location across from Fox Vally Mall.Lots of things to do in the area

ja
Review №58

My family and I went and had a lot of fun. We beat Mad Hatter with challenges, but that took no fun away. Clues helped a lot, and so did teamwork. Nice, funny people with mind puzzles before you start. I would recommend this.

Da
Review №59

Went here last night and did the Senators room. Went with a group of four and we were all first timers. The room had a good story, tough challenges, and puzzles that made you think outside the box. Staff was great, very kind, and enthusiastic.

Br
Review №60

Fun despite the fact that I could create something similar in a short afternoon in my bedroom.

Co
Review №61

This place is amazing great staff attention to detail and what a great experience fun for all ages

St
Review №62

We had a private party of 8 that experienced the Crime Scene room. Staff was very friendly and explained the rules clearly. Without saying too much the room was challenging however when paying attention to the right clues in the right order you were rewarded with a sense of accomplishment that let you know you were on the right track. Cant wait to try out their other rooms!

er
Review №63

Loved escape strategy! My wife and I like to go here for a date night. So much fun! Bring your brain!

Ke
Review №64

A total blast. We got out with 2 minutes to spare. The staff was awesome, made our entire experience. Hyped us up before going in, and were helpful explaining everything on the way out. The clues were mind boggling, but super fun. Can’t wait to go back and try the other rooms!

RJ
Review №65

So fun! The staff is amazing too! Challenging but practical. Did NOT think it would be THAT enjoyable. Sick of the same night out with your sweetie or friends? Mix it up and make this stop #1. Dont hesitate for a second about going here. You will NOT be disapointed! Go Navy!

an
Review №66

Great room... challenging but fun. We did the Alice and wonderland theme but will go back again. I would bring a big group otherwise you are stuck with another group you wont know.

Ro
Review №67

We had a great time. We were able to escape the room on time. Fun place. The guy that took care of us was awesome

Ch
Review №68

We went here on mothers day and still to this day 2 weeks later our picture hasnt got posted we called inquireing and they told us it will be posted with in 24 hours then it went to 48 to 72 and now its been 2 weeks. We dont call any more to even inquire we just made our mind up to never visit this establishment ever again. They dont think that this is poor customer service and that come from the manager who said they will get to it when they get to it. Smh its just a lesson learned. Myself 2 of my daughters and my friend did the senators office and it was great and we solved the clues to get out with a few seconds left. It was awesome and that is the hardest of the 3 rooms they have. We are definitely going back to do the other 2 rooms. Great and friendly staff I recomend this location for all to try you will definitely love it we sure did! The only downside is they take you picture but you have to wait a day or two until its posted on there website.

Jo
Review №69

Very fun and challenging room. But the staff was amazing. We had a team outing for work here and had some people who were late. Not only did they stall, but they let our people who were pretty late enter after we had started. Very friendly, professional and great customer service. Will definitely return.

Al
Review №70

Was here a couple days ago with my family. Excellent, well made rooms and tricky puzzles. It was very cleverly built! An all around great experience.

Vi
Review №71

We had fun but it was not easy.

Sh
Review №72

Pretty cool. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable. I went with and friend. We tried to escape The Crime Scene. We almost made it out! It was challenging but once you get in the groove it got a bit easier.

RJ
Review №73

We had a great time solving the Crime Scene. Our group of 3 adults and two clever 11 year olds had a blast solving puzzles and discovering clues. Staff was really great, too. Cant wait to return to try the Mad Hatter room.

ja
Review №74

Pretty intense room...had both of us thinking critically and strategically. I will be back to finish this room for sure.

Br
Review №75

The crime scene room was so fun! I definitely recommend it. I’m definitelt going to do it again.

Er
Review №76

Customer service was top notch. Staff immediately engaged in conversation the second we walked in the door. Very clear directions, helpful answering questions. Great small business all around. Met the owner while we were there too which speaks volumes about her involvement with her business.

Ma
Review №77

This is a hidden gem for family and or adult entertainment. For us adults, how many of us say all of the time that, if we were trapped with our spouse, wed work together and figure it out? Im one of those who has always suggested thst everything would be fine; and it was, until the door locked. We couldnt figure out a lot of anything, but we didnt argue; well maybe I was somewhat edgy but my wife and 1y year old daughter kept me in check. You really do need a strategy going in and you have to stick to the strategy. My family and I are definitely doing this again and will undoubtedly do all of the rooms.....yes, they have multiple rooms. On another note, the staff is very professional and friendly which is sometimes hard to find.

gi
Review №78

Very fun good for a night out or a work team building experience. Curtis was great to work with.

Bo
Review №79

Delivers just what you would expect - fun experience that requires teamwork, challenging and great for families.

ja
Review №80

We had a blast getting out of the Senator’s room. It was challenging yet fun. We highly recommend.

Ch
Review №81

The Crime Scene Room was great! My husband and I did not escape but we had fun trying! :-)

Ni
Review №82

I had a great time. We did the Mad Hatter room and it was a great blend of challenging and fun. The staff were incredibly helpful. I would highly recommend them.

Al
Review №83

We had a great time, the staff was wonderful & very friendly.. We have different room already booked... Very interesting, something different to do

Ja
Review №84

Deserves a 0. Catfish scam. Dont be fooled like I was! Seeing the disappointment on my familys face was almost worse than the $100 I wasted going there. The escape room was the equivalent of an undersized, poorly,cheaply decorated childs bedroom. Our puzzle consisted of dollar store cut outs and dented second hand lock boxes.

Ro
Review №85

So much fun!! Rooms are challenging so you feel really accomplished when you figure them out. Will definitely go back!

Di
Review №86

Wow. This was so much fun. I cant wait to go back.

Jo
Review №87

Great time!! Perfect for team building..

Ke
Review №88

So very clever and well put together!! Lots of variety with the riddles and puzzles. Enough to keep you second guessing but not too discouraged. With teamwork and communication we managed to escape the Mad Hatters room last weekend. We will return to attempt the other 2 rooms. Highly recommend this place!!

Br
Review №89

Great customer service. The game was well set up and tons of fun. Will definitely return. I hope they will continue to add mysteries so we can return.

da
Review №90

My family had so much fun and want to do another escape room soon.

Pa
Review №91

Friendly staff, clean creative room. We had a go at the Crime Scene setting and were all pleasantly surprised by it. A group of 8 was a bit much for it, but that didnt keep us from having a blast.

Ni
Review №92

It was fun and not impossible

L
Review №93

First timers here, 6 of us, crime scene room. We felt it was very challenging and well thought out. Had a few disappointments...when we asked for a clue, we already had the info figured out so that was useless information and wasted time. Additionally we figured out several clues but had massive difficulty with the literal locks. After the game ended we were told they can be sensitive. So we did not make it out in time. The staff was nice, yet not very engaging at all. We got a Groupon deal, and decided we were glad we didnt pay full price. In the end I still enjoyed it and would do another room, but not so sure my husband would.

Ma
Review №94

Went here Halloween night. Had a blast with my friends! Staff is very friendly. The level of complexity varies from each room. Definitely going back.

Ma
Review №95

Just recently experienced the Murder Mystery room and I think it was well thought out, immersive, and challenging. I went in with my date, and another couple and the chemistry of all of our brains together made it a really fun time. We were 3 steps close to making it out of the room but didnt quite cut it. Their are 2 other rooms i want to go back and try, and hopefully i can bring more of my friends so we can have a better chance at making it out. Plenty of parking available, close to the mall and plenty of bars and restaurants afterwards. The person who gave this place one star is just mad they werent smart enough to make it out. Well worth the money!

Mi
Review №96

We had a great time at the Senators Office. It was our first time and we cant wait to do it again!

Sa
Review №97

The Mad Hatter room was a lot of fun and had a ton of puzzles to solve. I like how the clues were given but my only issue was that the photos on the website that lured me to this room were not photos of the actual room.

Ni
Review №98

It was a great time had by the entire group. It was a great team building event!

ON
Review №99

Highly recommending this place. They even respond after hours via email for questions I had. We will go back again to try other rooms. Very friendly staff.

Mi
Review №100

Very fun and very challenging and the staff was great can’t wait to do it again!

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4.7 Rating
  • Address:4151 McCoy Dr suite 147, Aurora, IL 60504, United States
  • Phone:+1 630-703-5430
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Corporate entertainment service
  • Recreation center
  • Escape room center
Working hours
  • Monday:4–10pm
  • Tuesday:4–10pm
  • Wednesday:4–10pm
  • Thursday:4–11pm
  • Friday:1–11pm
  • Saturday:12–7pm
  • Sunday:Closed
Highlights
  • Veteran-led:Yes
  • Women-led:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
  • Toilets:Yes
  • Restaurant:No
Crowd
  • Family friendly:Yes
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