Schaumburg Area Guide

Brickworld is held in Schaumburg, Illinois, just northwest of downtown Chicago and conveniently located near O'Hare Airport.

Schaumburg has nearby restaurants, coffee shops, shopping, entertainment, LEGO destinations, and easy rideshare access. Most nearby restaurants and attractions are a short drive from the convention center.

Convention Center

Event Venue
Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center

1551 N Thoreau Dr
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Restaurants in hotel, parking on site, and convenient access to O'Hare Airport.

LEGO Destinations

There are several LEGO Stores in the Chicago area, plus LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Schaumburg. The closest LEGO Store is at Woodfield Mall, just minutes from the convention center.

Closest LEGO Store
The LEGO Store, Woodfield Mall

5 Woodfield Mall
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Located inside Woodfield Mall, very close to the convention center.

Family Attraction
LEGOLAND Discovery Center Chicago

601 N Martingale Rd, Suite 130
Schaumburg, IL 60173

Indoor LEGO-themed attraction located near Woodfield Mall.

The LEGO Store, Skokie, IL

4905 Old Orchard Shopping Ctr
Skokie, IL 60077

The LEGO Store, Chicago, IL

835 North Michigan Avenue, 3rd Floor
Chicago, IL 60611

The LEGO Store, Orland Park, IL

723 Orland Square Dr.
Orland Park, IL 60462

The LEGO Store, Gurnee Mills

6170 Grand Avenue
Gurnee, IL 60031

Restaurants Nearby

Schaumburg has many nearby restaurant options, including casual group spots, Chicago classics, breakfast places, and nicer sit-down restaurants.

Groups
Westwood Tavern

1385 N Meacham Rd
Schaumburg, IL

American, sushi, and tacos. Very close to the convention center and good for groups.

Large Groups
City Works Eatery & Pour House

1850 E Golf Rd
Schaumburg, IL

Large menu, extensive beer list, and a reliable option for groups.

Chicago Classic
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria

1 S Roselle Rd
Schaumburg, IL

Classic Chicago deep dish pizza.

Fun / Lively
Fat Rosie’s Taco & Tequila Bar

870 N Meacham Rd
Schaumburg, IL

Lively Mexican restaurant with a good group atmosphere.

Fresh / Lighter
Seasons 52

1770 E Higgins Rd
Schaumburg, IL

Seasonal menu, lighter options, and good for nicer dinners.

Breakfast
Sweet Orange Pancake House & Café

927 W Wise Rd
Schaumburg, IL

Breakfast and brunch option with a large menu.

Breakfast
Wildberry Pancakes & Café

1383 N Meacham Rd
Schaumburg, IL

Very popular breakfast spot near the convention center. Expect waits on busy weekends.

Pizza
Giordano’s

1695 E Woodfield Rd
Schaumburg, IL

Another well-known Chicago-style pizza option.

Quick / Iconic
Portillo’s

611 E Golf Rd
Schaumburg, IL

Chicago hot dogs, Italian beef, burgers, and fast casual food.

Coffee, Dessert & Casual Stops

Sayfani Coffee House

157 W Golf Rd
Schaumburg, IL

Coffee, tea, desserts, and late hours.

Haraz Coffee House

1420 N Meacham Rd
Schaumburg, IL

Trendy coffee spot near the convention center.

Starbucks

1018 N Meacham Rd
Schaumburg, IL

Reliable quick coffee option very close to the venue.

Cafe Blessing

204 E Golf Rd
Schaumburg, IL

Coffee and house-made desserts with a quieter atmosphere.

Stan’s Donuts & Coffee

5 Woodfield Mall
Schaumburg, IL

Donuts, coffee, and an easy Woodfield Mall location.

Jarosch Bakery

35 S Arlington Heights Rd
Elk Grove Village, IL

Classic bakery with cakes, pastries, and a local reputation.

Shopping & Entertainment

Woodfield Mall

One of the largest shopping malls in the area, with shops, restaurants, and the LEGO Store.

Enterrium

Arcade, food, and entertainment located near Woodfield Mall.

The Streets of Woodfield

Outdoor shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and nearby movie theater options.

Unique Experience

Dinner Show
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament

2001 N Roselle Rd
Schaumburg, IL

Dinner and live medieval show. Showtimes vary.

Transportation

Uber / Lyft

Rideshare is usually the easiest way to get around Schaumburg if you do not have a car.

Woodfield Trolley

Free trolley service connecting Woodfield-area shopping, dining, hotels, and entertainment destinations.

PACE Bus System

Suburban public transportation is available, but service may be limited depending on your route.

Helpful Tip: Most restaurants and attractions listed here are about 5–10 minutes by car or rideshare from the convention center. Plan on short rides rather than walking, especially if traveling with a group.

Area Info

Village of Schaumburg

Local information, maps, visitor resources, and area updates.

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