Do I need to book in advance?

Yes. Reservations are required for The Dapper Fox activities and tables. All bookings are managed through the online reservation system.

How do I book a spot for mahjong?

Use our online event schedule to select your preferred date, time, and type of mahjong class or game. Complete your reservation online and you will receive a confirmation with your booking details.

What's your cancellation policy?

All sales are final, although certain bookings may be transferable depending on the event. Lessons cancelled within 72 hours forfeit the entire reservation fee. Please use the cancellation button in your confirmation email to notify us if you cannot attend. If The Dapper Fox cancels an event or lesson, you will receive a full refund.

How many people can attend a mahjong event ?

Capacity varies according to the type of class and the number of instructors. Our booking system displays available seats for each session.

Can I book a private event?

Yes. The Dapper Fox hosts private mahjong parties, celebrations, corporate gatherings, and other events. Packages can include mahjong instruction, open play, food and beverages, and retail experiences. Events do not have to include mahjong.

I've never played mahjong before. Can I still come?

Absolutely. Our beginner mahjong classes are designed for people with no previous experience.

What's included in my ticket?

Your class ticket includes an organized playing space, access to snacks and beverages, mahjong equipment, instruction, and a special retail discount during your visit. There are no additional class fees.

Just yourself. The Dapper Fox provides everything needed for your class.

Can I come to an event alone, or do I need to bring friends?

Solo guests are welcome. Our mahjong classes are designed to help individual attendees connect with other players. We organize seating so everyone can participate and meet new people.

Is food or drink provided?

Yes. Snacks and light beverages are included with class bookings. Selected events also feature special catering and restaurant collaborations.

Can brand-new beginners join the league?

League participants must have previous mahjong playing experience. Beginners are encouraged to complete Mahjong 101 and Mahjong 102 before joining a league.

Can I bring my own mahjong set?

You may bring your own mahjong set to a four-person open-play table booking or private event. All necessary equipment is provided during instructional classes.

Where are you located?

The Dapper Fox is located at 2138 West Roscoe Street, in Chicago's Roscoe Village neighborhood, IL 60618.

Is parking available?

Street parking is available along Roscoe Street and nearby residential side streets.

Can we use public transportation to get to the space?

Yes. The Dapper Fox is accessible by CTA Brown Line, nearby Damen, Western, Belmont, and Addison bus routes, rideshare, walking, and Divvy bikeshare.

Is the space accessible?

The Dapper Fox is located at street level, with a public restroom available on the ground floor.

The Dapper Fox operates primarily by appointment and scheduled event. Check the Events page for upcoming sessions or contact us about a private reservation.

Can I host a birthday party or team event?

Yes. The Dapper Fox hosts private celebrations and team events, coordinating the details so your group can enjoy the gathering.

What's the minimum group size for a private event?

The space accommodates different event formats, including seated and standing gatherings. Contact The Dapper Fox with your group size and event needs to discuss availability.

How far in advance do I need to book a private event?

Contact The Dapper Fox as early as possible to discuss your preferred event date and time. Availability depends on the existing booking calendar.

What's the difference between a league and a tournament?

Mahjong leagues involve recurring gatherings over several weeks, emphasizing community, regular play, and friendly scoring. Tournaments are structured competitive events in which individuals or teams play multiple rounds to determine a winner.

How do I join a league?

Check the online event booking schedule for upcoming mahjong leagues, registration availability, and event-specific details.

Do I need a team to join a tournament?

Most tournaments allow individual registration. Certain tournaments may specify group or team enrollment requirements.

What skill level is required?

Skill requirements vary by league and tournament. Each event registration identifies the expected playing level or asks participants to provide their experience so players can be grouped appropriately.

Can I shop without attending an event?

The Dapper Fox currently offers mahjong products, designer-selected decor, and artwork for purchase during booked classes and playing sessions. Expanded retail hours and special shopping events are planned.

How often do you have new artists and products?

Our retail selection rotates regularly and features local artists and makers. Follow @dapperfoxchicago and @workshopdesignstudio on Instagram for new products and artist updates.

Can I sell my work at The Dapper Fox?

The Dapper Fox welcomes inquiries from local artists and small businesses interested in collaborating or offering products and services to the community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about booking, attending, and enjoying your time at The Dapper Fox.

Booking & Reservations

Yes! We manage our offerings and tables via the booking system, a reservation is required, reserve your spot today!
Simply book online through our schedule. Choose the date, time, and type of play or class you’d like to attend, then complete your reservation. You’ll receive confirmation with all the details you need before your visit.
All sales are final, however some sales are transferable based on the type of event.
We understand that life happens, but we’re also a business that needs accurate headcount to ensure everyone has a good time. Cancellations are time sensitive because the game is highly dependent on logistics, instructor to student ratios, and studio coordination. We want you all to have the best experience and learn the most!
Lessons cancelled within 72 hours will result in a forfeit of 100% of the reservation fee. I agree to notify The Dapper Fox as soon as possible by USING THE CANCEL BUTTON IN MY CONFIRMATION EMAIL if I'm unable to attend, regardless of if it's within the cancellation window or not.
Event Cancellations by The Dapper Fox
If we cancel an event or lesson, you will receive a full refund. We will notify you as soon as possible and make every effort to reschedule when we can.
Our capacity for each group booking session varies depending on the type of class we are offering and the amount of instructors for a successful session. You will be able to see the number of seats available in each session as well as how many seats are still available to NON SOLD OUT events.
Absolutely! Our studio is available for private Mahjong parties, various celebrations, corporate gatherings, girls' nights, and special events. Private events can also be customized with Mahjong instruction, open play, food and beverage options, and retail experiences. Non-mahjong events are just as fun in our space, no game play required! Contact us to start planning your event.

What to Expect

Absolutely! Our instructional classes are designed for complete beginners. You'll leave feeling confident and ready to play again.
What’s included in my ticket
- An organized and comfortable ready for you to enjoy.
- A Kitchen area for you to grab a snack and beverage and then settle in.
- All equipment needed for game play
- Instructors who will guide you through your lesson and answer all questions
- No additional fees, your ticket is all inclusive
- BONUS: A Special discount for shopping with us during your class booking is available for you to stock up on all your mahj goodies.
Just yourself and we will do the rest!
Come solo — seriously. Many of our players show up on their own and meet their table partners at the event. Dapper mahjong classes are specifically designed to be welcoming for solo attendees. You will not be standing awkwardly by yourself; we seat everyone together and the game takes over immediately.
We have seen a lot of real friendships form at Mahjong tables. The game is a natural icebreaker.
We have a kitchen filled with delicious snacks and lite beverages for your enjoyment included in your class booking. Check out our calendar for special collabs and pop ups with our restaurant partners for a more enhanced catering x gaming experience.
While we are beginner friendly, the leagues are meant for players that know game play and are looking to strengthen and improve their skill set.
We require all League members to have played Mahjong before. Many league members take our Mahjong 101 and Mahjong 102 classes before joining the league. Check out our public and private lessons for more details. We can get you league-ready in no time!
If you would like to bring your own set during your open play four-person table booking or to your private event you are welcome to. In all instructional sessions we will provide everything you need.

The Space & Location

We're at 2138 West Roscoe Street in Roscoe Village, Chicago, IL 60618.
Street parking is available on Roscoe and the surrounding side streets.
- CTA Brown Line – Addison Brown line and Pauline Brown line are a short walk away
- Bus Routes :
  - Located about a 5-minute walk east, serving the area with the #50 Damen bus.
  - Located about a 9-minute walk west, serving the #49 Western and #X49 Western Express routes.
  - A short walk south to Belmont Avenue for access to the #77 Belmont and #152 Addison/Belmont connecting buses.
- Rideshare (Uber, Lyft, Taxi, Etc) or On Foot – Great options especially during busy weekends.
- Divy Bikeshare - Located throughout the neighborhood.
We are located at street level as well as our public restroom is available at ground level within the space.
We operate primarily by appointment and event. Check our Events page for upcoming availability, or contact us to schedule a private booking.

Private Events & Groups

Yes! Private events are one of our specialties. We handle all the details so you can just enjoy your time with your people.
Our space is designed to be flexible to different types of events both seated, standing and a combination of. Please contact us directly with your private events needs and we will be happy to discuss if we can accommodate your group
Our calendar is filling up quickly. We will work with you to accommodate your ideal date and time.

Leagues & Tournaments

Social & Local Leagues: typically, A group of people who meet at the same place and time for a few weeks in a row to play casually, build community, and track friendly scores
Mahjong tournament: typically, an organized competitive event where players or teams play multiple rounds of the tile-based game to determine an overall champion based on accumulated points or scores. These can be one day or multiple day event.
See bookings for scheduled league play and all event descriptions
Typically our tournaments will be for single player sign up; some tournaments may specify larger group enrollment
We offer a range of instructional classes and styles of leagues and tournaments. For the specific skill level required for the later 2, we will identify the level in the sign up or ask for you to designate your level in the sign up so we can help facilitate appropriate level play amongst players

Retail & Pop-Ups

We offer a variety of mahjong retail items along with one of a kind designer sourced decor and art. We are excited to offer these shopping opportunities during your class or play booking. We plan to offer expanded shopping hours and special shopping events in the near future.
We rotate our retail selection regularly, featuring local artists and makers. Follow us on Instagram @dapperfoxchicago & @workshopdesignstudio to stay updated on drops.
We want to hear from you! Local artist and small businesses are who we seek to partner and collaborate with. If you have a product or service that would be a great fit with the community we are building, we would love to hear from you.