Pull Tabs in Chicago, IL

There is one pull tab location listed in Chicago, Illinois: one VFW post. If you are passing through, it is the spot to check.

The city is part of Cook County, Illinois. Berwyn, Hometown and Oak Lawn are within a short drive if you want more options.

Charitable gaming in Illinois works differently from casino gambling. The games in Chicago are licensed to nonprofits, and the proceeds go back into local causes — veterans' programs, youth sports, and community services. Read more about the rules on our Illinois pull tabs page.

Before you play, it is worth knowing what pull tabs are and how the odds actually work — the odds calculator will turn a flare into a payout percentage in a few seconds. Experienced players share their approach in our pull tab strategy guide, and the pull tab glossary covers the vocabulary. For the digital version of the game, read about e-tabs and how they work.

We keep the Chicago list current with help from players — venues close, move, and stop running games. Submit a location here.