ChiTown Futbol

BEWARE!!!
On 3÷11÷15, I purchased a Lil Kickers soccer party for $ 250 through ChiTown Futbol that was scheduled to take place on April 11, 2015. I paid for this party in full on 3÷11÷15. On the day of the party, ChiTown Futbol used my debit card to charge me an additional $ 600 for this party, in 5 separate charges; (4) $ 100 charges, and (1) $ 200 charge. When I called this business the following day, I was told that the $ 600 was being refunded to my debit card and that any fees charged to my account due to their error would be refunded as well. Two days later, I received a refund of $ 400. I called back and spoke with the owner, Jeff Walsh, who apologized profusely and stated that he was working on correcting this issue and that I would have the $ 200 refunded to my account in a couple of hours, plus he would refund any fees and the cost of the party as well for my troubles. Two days later, on April 15, I still had not been refunded the $ 200 or the $ 250 as promised by the owner. I called back to speak with the owner and was sent to his voicemail. I left a message for him to call me back with an update regarding my refund. He has yet to return my call or my money.
update: I received a call from an employee this past Monday stating he would refund the cost of the party. I have yet to receive this refund or any follow up from the owner. I now have to file a lawsuit

My daughter plays LiL Kickers soccer here. We’ve been coming for about 2 years now. Great group of coaches. Her former coaches always remember her when they see her in passing. She doesn’t know it but, she will be playing soccer here and afterwards for a very long time. Totally keeping her in the program.
We had her 3^rd birthday party here also. They helped set up and tear down the party, gave a coach for 45 minutes with the children and we had plenty of seating. She had an awesome party.
There is a little food station in the building. I LOVE THE FOOD HERE!!! Get something! A taco or whatever and you will love it!

ChiTown Futbal is unique find. I’ve lived in the South Loop for more than six years and I just now found this local spot. It would help if you called your complex ChiTown Soccer instead of Futbal. When I’m searching for places to play soccer, the word Futbal isn’t normally a part of my vernacular, especially with that spelling.
The «futbal» arenas are in an old warehouse or industrial building. I think it provides a lot of charm as compared to the newer arenas, which sometimes look like a light wind will tear the place apart. It’s definitely a little old and I’m sure the place has seen better days, but that’s how a well loved sports complex is supposed to look and feel.
Another highlight of ChiTown Futbal is the cook in the concession stand. He knows how to make one hell of a breakfast burrito. It’s dripping with grease from the chorizo, but some mornings that’s just what you need.

For my review, I’m speaking from the perspective of a Chicago Fire supporter.
ChiTown is a quiet nugget tucked away in Pilsen that hosts two indoor soccer fields and an area that hosts boxing, music/​dance parties and Chicago Fire away game watch parties. They also hosted the 2011 Chicago Fire Season Ticket Holder Meet-​the-​Team event at the beginning of the Season.
Food is good and priced comparably to a local restaurant (no reference to any particular place.) I can vouch for the burritos and tacos. Beer prices are fair. Facility is spacious and they have a decent sized locker room/​restroom area.
For watch parties, they have a 10’x30’ projector screen and space to host 200-​odd people.
The owner has been very accomodating and friendly.
Overall, I like ChiTown. I’m glad its here.