Escape Room Night: a thrilling DOUBLE DATE NIGHT

By: Nadia Sry

Ready for an adrenaline-pumping, laugh-out-loud group date? For our friend’s birthday, we headed to the Irvine Spectrum Mall for a double date night at The Escape Game Irvine! If you love puzzles, teamwork, and a little friendly competition, this escape room experience is a must-try for couples and friend groups alike. Here’s the scoop on what made our night a blast (and which room we think is the best!).

Why We Recommend It

We’re no strangers to escape rooms, but The Escape Game Irvine really stood out. Everything from the themed décor to the clever puzzles had us hooked. Here’s why it’s a 10/10 for us:

  • Personally vetted: We’ve experienced several rooms here and enjoyed every time (especially Prison Break!).

  • Perfect for groups: Whether it’s a date night, double date, or birthday outing, it’s a fantastic way to bond and make memories.

  • Top-notch production: The rooms are immersive and well-designed, with just the right balance of challenge and fun.

  • Friendly staff: They made our friend’s birthday feel extra special!

What to Know Before You Go

📍 Location: The Escape Game Irvine, Irvine Spectrum Center, Irvine, CA

🔸 Pricing: $45.99 per person

🔸 Room Rankings:

  1. Prison Break

  2. Mysterious Market

  3. The Heist

🔸 Duration: Each game lasts about 60 minutes; arrive 15 minutes early for check-in.

🔸 Booking: Reservations required. Rooms fill up, especially on weekends and holidays.

🔸 Group Size: Most rooms accommodate 2–8 players; check individual room descriptions for limits.

🔸 Parking: Ample free parking at Irvine Spectrum Mall.

🔸 Accessibility: Most rooms are accessible. Call ahead if you have specific needs.

💡Pro Tips

  • Book early: Popular rooms and weekend slots fill up fast.

  • Bring your A-team: Escape rooms are more fun with a group that communicates well.

  • No need for prior experience: First-timers will have a blast, but if you’re competitive, start with Prison Break!

  • Dress comfortably: You’ll be moving around and searching for clues.

Our Experience

We went for a double date to celebrate our friend’s birthday, and the energy was high from the start! Our group tackled the “Prison Break” room, which, for the record, is hands-down our favorite so far. The story, props, and puzzles had us all totally immersed. There were plenty of moments where we had to work together (and laugh at ourselves when we got stumped).

What made it extra fun was sharing the experience with friends, we got to see everyone’s strengths, cheer each other on, and celebrate every clue we cracked. The staff even gave our birthday friend a shoutout, making the night feel extra special.

We’ve also tried “Mysterious Market” and “The Heist” on previous visits both were solid, but “Prison Break” just had that edge for us in terms of challenge and theme!