Indoor Go-Kart Racing Buffalo Grove
CONTACT
301 HASTINGS DR.
BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089
1-855-517-7333 - Group Reservations
1-847-941-9400 - Front Desk
BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089
1-855-517-7333 - Group Reservations
1-847-941-9400 - Front Desk
Other Locations Nearby
DETAILS
Open for Fun Since 2013
Fully Air-Conditioned Location
Adult and Junior Electric Karts
5 Meeting Rooms with A/V Connections
More Than Racing: An All-Inclusive Adventure
K1 Speed Buffalo Grove sets the standard for premier entertainment in the Chicago North Shore suburbs, located off I-45 and Lake Cook Rd. We’ve curated an atmosphere rich with authentic racing memorabilia, turning the facility into the ultimate racing photo destination. Parking is available via a free, on-site parking lot.
The five meeting rooms inside our Buffalo Grove location can accommodate groups from 12 to 300 in a world-class setting, with some rooms offering picturesque views of the nearby lake. The Paddock Lounge restaurant doubles as a large group event setting with an open atmosphere.
Adult Track
The Adult track features 10 turns designed to give the layout an all-around technical feel. With esses and hairpins, this track requires racecraft to put up a solid time.
Junior Track
This layout features 11 turns designed to instill technique over raw speed. Braking zones are especially important on this track, with milliseconds separating the best racers.
From Lap Records to High Scores
Can you get a personal best lap AND a new high score? Choose from over 10 arcade games, like Big Buck Hunter, Duck Party, Boxer, Super Bike, and more! The arcade is a great way to keep the fun times going long after the drop of the checkered flag.
Paddock Lounge Bites
The Buffalo Grove Paddock Lounge restaurant is located on the second floor and has views overlooking the indoor go-karting action, so you don’t miss a beat while you recharge with delicious food. All three of our Chicago centers have full cocktail bars; choose from racing-inspired drinks like the Jump Start (Gilbey’s Gin, Dolin Génépy le Chamois, Lime Juice, Simple Syrup, Fever-Tree Elderflower Tonic, Mint, Cucumber) and the Shake Down (Pineapple Tequila, Ancho Reyes Verde, Lime Juice, Pineapple Juice, Simple Syrup).
Podium Pick: BBQ Bacon Cheeseburger
Karting The Electric Way
Have you been go-kart racing before? Were you unimpressed? Most kart tracks fail to impress us, too, which is why we set out to create the best karting experience in the world, using only the best kart tracks and the best go-karts. We choose to use electric karts for two reasons: instant acceleration and no toxic fumes indoors. Nothing compares to the intense acceleration of a go-kart so close to the ground, and when you don’t have to worry about harmful gas fumes in the air around you, the experience is that much better. Learn more here: Electric Karts vs Gas Karts.
New to K1 Speed? For height requirements, what to wear, and other first-timer info, read our “Know Before You Go” guide!
The Perfect Backdrop for Memories
The Paddock Lounge area is the go-to choice for birthdays, team building, and more due to the great view of the on-track action. We also have five rooms for guests to choose from, ranging in capacity from 12 to 300 people! Projectors may be available; inquire with an Event Specialist.
Click below to start planning your event with our dedicated team! You provide the details, and we’ll handle the rest.
Super fun place! Recommend 💯💪
Sviatoslav
20:24 13 Oct 26
An edit two years later.K1 has actually improved this issue (from the original review below) quite a bit. They're kinder to kids now, and their guidelines for "when can a kid drive" are much clearer. I respect the improvements enormously. We now come here regularly and enjoy it a lot.-------Old review:They say kids can drive at 48 inches, but it isn't true. They have to fit in the car in a specific way. I get that it's for safety, but they need to publish these rules. And they were very ...brusk. Broke a kids heart, and showed zero kindness to him. Rules are rules (even if they don't match what they publish), but they could have at least been a little nice telling him - they were instead dismissive and uncaring. It would have cost absolutely nothing to be kind to a disappointed kid.Do better, K1. Be nicer to children. And fix your requirements to show accurately that you really want a leg length, not height.
Melanie C.
05:30 12 Oct 26
Staff was so Good and the GMDonovan was so helpful and insightful 👏 we had a great time. TVs could be upgraded!
WILLY P.
14:00 10 Oct 26
Had fun me and my finance, definitely have to go back 🫶🏾🫶🏾
Roy’ale H.
00:54 10 Oct 26
I had lots of fun doing the. Races.Me and my friend went there for his party. It was truly enjoyable experience. Unfortunately, we couldn't stay longer. But it was a blast.
DARK S.
23:33 09 Oct 26
great experience, well organized, my kids like it
S a
18:09 03 Sep 26
Birthday group booking. Helmets, instructions, then pure grin for twenty minutes. Book ahead on weekends; walk-ins risk waiting. Not Chicago proper but easy suburban drive.
George R.
04:58 01 Sep 26
Came here after being disappointed with Andretti in Schaumburg. Karts here are fast, and arguably in better condition than the Addison one. I like the track layout here as it allows for a decent straightaway and a good chicane in the center. Staff here are nice and dont make you feel stupid for asking questions.
Anthony F.
07:35 14 Aug 26
Great place. Clean, nice area. Friendly staff. Kids had a blast.
Kelly Rae H.
14:01 04 Aug 26
They have homeless people sleeping in their cars in the back of the lot by the pond. Every time I go by here I see the same guys. At night they wash up in the pond
St Peter and P.
14:29 01 Aug 26
The perfect place for a sweet gift or when a craving for fresh baked goods hits! I stopped by on a Friday afternoon, drawn in by the smell wafting out onto the street.
Donald B.
00:39 01 Aug 26
Fun place to take teens for a fun afternoon
Michelle F.
20:10 10 Jul 26
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