PanIQ Escape Room West Hollywood — Attraction in Los Angeles

Just discovered this place that apparently only opened a couple a months ago. We got a VIP experience because it’s all so new and pristine and the staff seems genuinely excited about the launch.

We really lucked out with Jack as a terrific game master in the wizards room, he was present and fast to respond whenever we needed help or guidance. This room is AWESOME. The trailer doesn’t do it justice, actually the trailer is a little weird, but the vibe of the room and the puzzles are just a blast to go through. It’s magical without feeling like a knockoff of somebody else’s idea. You’ll see your classic witchy iconography like potions and wands, but there are creative and fun new elements that I’ve rarely seen.

We also did the Route 51 room to take advantage of their deal to book another game for 30% off. We could’ve booked it for another day, but we were on a bit of a high and decided to jump right back in. The alien gas station theme is unique and fun with fewer but more challenging puzzles featured in the room. Our game host Josh was just terrific and allowed us to go over the interesting mechanics of the room and various puzzles.

On the whole I preferred wizards to 51, but found both enjoyable. My partner and I spent a day enjoying each others company at PaniQ and we loved it so much. The shooting gallery add on, which is such a good deal it would’ve been stupid not to do, was so fun, there are arcade games and a tasty nonalcoholic bar in the lobby, which is picture perfect and beautifully put together. As a bonus we got to talking to the lovely bartender Sky, and she introduced us to Trey, another employee who was so kind as to offer us a preview of the soon to open Quiz Game. SO. MUCH. FUN.

I can’t recommend this place enough, not only the escape rooms, but the whole event of spending the afternoon was just fabulous. I’m excited for the superhero room to open,...

I've done close to 100 escape rooms, and this is EASILY one of my favorite places I've ever been to. The entire place is gorgeous + thoughtfully crafted to host parties of different sizes and experience levels. They have almost as many non-escape entertainment options as escape rooms, and the lounge/bar area is so photogenic it's absurd. The only places I've seen go the extra mile with their space like this were in Vegas. They just opened, so definitely check it out before it gets too busy!!

Room Design: Excellent. The concepts are super fun and well thought out, and you can tell they built the rooms with a ton of attention to detail in the art and props. My group did the Wizard Trials room and Route 51 room, and we'll 100000% be back to do the rest. The puzzles were innovative and highly interactive.

I would recommend Route 51 for groups with people newer to escape rooms, and Wizard Trials for a group with more experienced solvers (intermediate). Both of those were family friendly, I'm looking forward to trying their scarier ones.

Staff: Excellent. SO kind and attentive, great energy. Shoutout to Sam, Joshua, and Kylie for taking good care of us!!

Bonus 1: They have this awesome laser gun shooting gallery in the reception area that you can play with your friends while you're waiting?! It's genius. Perfect way to get hype and loosen up with a mini-game before the main event.

Bonus 2: Private karaoke room!!! And a very pretty one at that - futuristic disco vibe (selfie lighting out the wazoo). Song book included K-pop and the Pokemon theme song!

Bonus 3: A QUIZ ROOM! We only got a peek at the set, since it isn't open yet, but we nerded out nonetheless because it looks awesome. I don't know who's been listening in to our dreams of battling friends on a trivia game show, but they nailed it.

Overall: 10/10 - just pop in for the vibes if you still need convincing....

An Unforgettable Experience at PanIQ Room West Hollywood! As someone who's completed over 90 escape rooms, I can confidently say that PanIQ Room West Hollywood is in a league of its own. From the moment we walked in, it was clear this wasn’t just another escape room—it was a full-blown immersive experience. We played "The Wizard Trials", and WOW. The theming was flawless, the puzzles were fresh and original (even for a seasoned enthusiast like me), and every detail of the room was so thoughtfully designed. It struck the perfect balance between challenging and fun, keeping us fully engaged and constantly surprised. But the experience didn’t stop at the room itself.

The lobby felt like a hidden gem—complete with a bar, drinks, arcade games, a shooting gallery, and even a cute merch shop. It’s the kind of place you want to hang out in even after your game is over. What truly set this location apart, though, was the exceptional staff. Sky, Jack, and Tray didn’t just run the room—they treated my family like VIPs and lifelong friends. Their warmth, humor, and enthusiasm added so much to the magic of the night. It’s rare to find a team so genuinely welcoming and passionate.

If you're looking for more than just an escape—if you want an entire night of adventure, fun, and unforgettable memories—you have to visit...