Type of Arcade
Arcade restaurant
Level Up Arcade (Eugene)
Level Up Arcade (Eugene)
Level Up Arcade has over 90 video arcades and pinball games. In addition to pinball machines, they have group party games, drivers, shooters, golf, and more. They have 16 taps of microbrews, fresh cocktails, food, and a DJ every Friday and Saturday night. They are 21+ after 9 pm but family-friendly during the day.
Holy Frijoles
Holy Frijoles
Holy Frijoles is a pinball bar with Tex-Mex food, margaritas, and a great pinball collection. Holy Frijoles has an excellent and well-maintained pinball collection spanning multiple eras of games from classics like Alien Poker to modern titles like Stern's James Bond 007.
The Pump House Bar & Grill
The Pump House Bar & Grill
With live music, karaoke and a growing collection of pinball machines, The Pump House Bar & Grill in Wood River, IL is the neighborhood’s favorite bar and grill. Bar food favorites are made from scratch (try the chicken wings!), craft beer and $2 domestic happy hours, and free pinball after nine.
Shorty's
Shorty's
If you’re not afraid of clowns, you’ll love Shorty’s in Seattle, WA. Shorty’s is a whimsical, circus-themed pinball arcade featuring old school arcade games like Joust and Galaga, and a rotating lineup of pinball machines. Shorty’s is probably the only place in the world where it is acceptable to set a drink on a pinball table – the booth’s table, not the cabinet tables. Shorty’s serves a great hot dog and a full bar to anyone who’s over 21.
Mustang Sally Brewery
Mustang Sally Brewery
Mustang Sally Brewing Company is a craft brewery inspired by Old World brewing traditions. It is a fun place with chalkboard walls, corn-hole, Jenga, and pinball machines. They offer food from Eugene's Sausage & Fries, which serves hot dogs, burgers, gourmet sausage, milkshakes, and fries. Mustang Sally Brewing is 21+.
Crave 80s
Crave 80s
Rat your bangs and don your best stonewash jeans and slouch socks – the 80’s are back in Marysville, WA at Crave 80’s arcade bar. Is there an exact replica of your mom’s living room back when Reagan was president? Check. Boom box on the wall? Check. Is the menu in a Trapper Keeper? Indeed it is. See? It isn’t too late to go back! Come grab a beer and play all your favorite arcade games and pinball machines from the 80’s. Watch the calendar for trivia, karaoke, deejays, leagues and tournaments. Be sure to try the world famous stuffed puffins: hot doughnuts filled with ice cream, with a side of whipped cream and sprinkles. Tell your mom you’ll be out past curfew tonight!
Vertigo Pinball
Vertigo Pinball
What's there to do in Blue Ridge, GA? Play pinball until your head spins, of course! Vertigo Pinball in Blue Ridge, GA is Blue Ridge's most exciting venue to play new and vintage pinball games, enjoy a regional craft beer or cider and try unique sandwiches like the Sassy Mac panini or a gourmet hot dog. No quarters necessary – play by the hour, day, or for the whole weekend.
Olaf's
Olaf's
Olaf’s is a dive bar and live music venue in the Ballard neighborhood of Seattle, WA. Ballard is a hip waterfront neighborhood, and Olaf’s is one of the joints making it so trendy. Nordic and maritime roots run deep, so these sailors literally sculpted a vagina room in which to play classic and modern pinball machines – the entranceway births your game. You’ll see. Also, the food is excellent, the rotating beers always please, and the staff is as charming as the artwork.
The Playhouse/Swillburger
The Playhouse/Swillburger
Set in a church building built in 1890, The Playhouse is a trendy hangout in Rochester, NY right on the border of the Southwedge and Swillburg neighborhoods. The Playhouse has a full bar with craft cocktails, two floors full of vintage arcade games, and Swillburger, a modern take on American burger joints complete with vegan and gluten free options. Play classic arcade games like Pacman and Donkey Kong, newer games like Guitar Hero, plus skeeball, shuffleboard, and a whole room dedicated to pinball with modern favorites and a couple of 90’s classics. Swillburger is family friendly until 10pm.
Free Play Denton
Free Play Denton
Step into the neon lit world of Free Play Arcade in Denton, Texas and you may never want to leave! Home to a collection of 17 pinball machines that span decades in time plus a ton of classic and retro arcade games, Free Play in Denton is no ordinary barcade. Whether it's indulging in the free play coin-op gaming environment or noshing on their delicious green chile chicken pizza (it's our favorite!), Free Play offers something for everyone! Plus with entry tickets just $12 and reduced age restrictions after 9pm Sunday through Wednesday and Thursday-Saturday respectively, Freeplay is sure to be a fun night out in Denton, TX. So grab your friends, come through Freeplay - whether you're an old school pinball wizard or a classic gamer looking for that golden age feeling, you won't be disappointed!
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EinStein's Pub & Arcade
EinStein's Pub & Arcade
EinStein's Pub & Arcade features pinball, music, and sports. It is a great place to hang out with friends and family in a neighborhood bar style environment. They have a great selection of draft beers and food and goes 21+ after 9 pm each night. Besides pinball, EinStein's Pub and Arcade has air hockey, skee ball, bubble hockey, foosball, and DDR. The pinball collection is 15+ games ranging from the 1970s to current games, and they hold monthly tournaments. They also have a DJ Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights.
Up-Down (Milwaukee)
Up-Down (Milwaukee)
If you want to take a break from the everyday grind and reminisce on the good times of your childhood, be sure to check out Up-Down Milwaukee, the Milwaukee outpost of the Up-Down Arcade chain.
This Milwaukee barcade is the perfect mix of old-school nostalgia and new age fun, with 13 pinball machines on location comprised of classic Bally and Williams tables plus a few modern Sterns for good measure. The arcade also has skee ball, video arcade games, craft beers on tap, creative cocktails, and hand-made pizzas with unconventional toppings like bacon mac n' cheese.
It's a great spot for an adults night out - emphasis on "adult", don't bring the kids! And if you're up for some fresh air while you play up your favorite retro classics, they also have a rooftop patio to enjoy when it's nice out.
Tik Tok's Workshop
Tik Tok's Workshop
Tik Tok’s Workshop in Bremerton, WA is a pinball arcade and steampunk bar where the owners are the local repair guys so these machines are always pristine. Tik Tok’s pinball lineup is a rotating collection with modern machines, but they also like to provide older pins that you may have never played and won’t find anywhere else. The owners work to grow the local pinball community by holding training events as well as walkthroughs of individual games and will even help familiarize you with the internal working of a pinball machine and give you basic troubleshooting pointers! Tik Tok’s is still a bar, so patrons must be 21 and up.
C-Bar
C-Bar
C-Bar is a divey little arcade bar in Portland, Oregon, and it's got quite the selection of pinball machines - 15 to be exact. They've got a mix of classics and moderns, and they're all pretty cheap! Most machines are set to $.50 per play, so you can definitely get your money's worth in here. And if you get hungry, they've got food options too, plus a pretty solid selection of craft beer on tap. So if you're ever in Portland and looking for a lower key place to drink and play some pinball, C-Bar should be on your list to explore.
Up-Down (Nashville)
Up-Down (Nashville)
Up-Down is the Nashville outpost of the Up-Down Arcade chain with other locations in Des Moines, Kansas City, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, St. Louis and Oklahoma City. Popular barcade concept with pinball machines (15 on site), arcade machines, skee-ball, DDR, and other games that are fun to play while drinking with friends. You'll find a full bar with a focus on local craft beers, plus tasty pizzas to nosh on. Up-Down is strictly 21+, so this arcade's just for the adults!
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LeaderBoard Arcade Bar
LeaderBoard Arcade Bar
Ready for some retro gaming under black light? LeaderBoard Arcade Bar & Pizzeria in Orange Park near Jacksonville, FL took over an Applebee’s and kept the layout: a bar in the center surrounded by modern arcade games, including a great selection of Japanese games, Dance Dance Revolution and modern pinball machines. The pizza alone is worth the trip and the fried jalapenos do not disappoint either. Grab a beer, cocktail or Japanese soda and fill your game card. Time to get on the leaderboard.
Dezerland Park
Dezerland Park
Buckle up, kids! It’s time for southern Florida’s largest indoor adventure at Dezerland Action Park in Miami. Adults will love these state of the art go karts and the kids can drive a track, too. Take a whirl around the roller skating rink, bounce off the walls in the trampoline park, or challenge your ninja skills on a ropes course. Even the youngest kids will enjoy the bumper cars and soft play area, plus bowling for the whole family. Get your game on with virtual reality experiences and a state-of-the-art arcade with foosball, air hockey, racing games and pinball. Grab some pizza in the 50’s style diner where you’ll want to take selfies with Elvis and a Delorian. Time to make some memories!
Headquarters Beercade - River North
Headquarters Beercade - River North
Headquarters Beercade Chicago is the Windy City's outpost of a growing chain of pinball bars (see also, Nashville), with an amazing selection of 32 pinball machines. They cover all eras, from Bally's Eight Ball to Stern's Game of Thrones and Sega's Space Jam, offering something for everyone. Headquarters Beercade also features a full bar and elevated pub food options like pizza, burgers, and tacos - not to mention retro arcade games, skee ball, and other gaming favorites! With a unique and heavily decorated atmosphere, Headquarters Beercade Chicago is the perfect place to hang out for a few pints and some pins. Chicago pinball fans will certainly feel at home here!
Stardust
Stardust
Are you looking to pinball and party in Phoenix, Arizona? Then the place to head is Stardust Pinbar. This pinball arcade is a barcade - part pinball arcade and part bar - that provides an energized atmosphere for pinball lovers of all ages. Before 8pm most nights, guests can relax with their friends, family, and kids while trying out all 12 pinball machines at this location, or enjoy some tasty craft beers or specialty cocktails from the full bar. After 8pm, the fun really picks up as Stardust transforms into a 21+ venue with its light-up dance floor and wall of pinball playfields. If you're hungry, make sure to try the pizza wings and sandwiches from their menu too! Overall, Stardust Pinbar makes for a great experience for anyone who enjoys pinball in Phoenix.
Corky's Gaming Bistro (Grapevine)
Corky's Gaming Bistro (Grapevine)
Corky's Gaming Bistro in Grapevine is the perfect spot for anyone looking for an exciting night out or weekend activity! It's got a great selection of old school arcade games and up to 12 pinball machines, so you won't ever get tired of the selection of games. Plus, Corky's offers axe throwing in case you want to switch things up from arcade games and pinball, and escape rooms for those that are feeling adventurous. The menu features all your favorite barcade staples like wings, pizza and tacos - plus some fun cocktails to help you celebrate your victory at the pinball tables. Corky’s also has plenty of beer on tap and a solid selection of wines if that’s more your style. And don't forget - Corky's is 18+ after 9pm and 21+ after 11pm, so come early if you're under 21!
Westport Flea Market-Bar-Grill
Westport Flea Market-Bar-Grill
Westport Flea Market Bar and Grill may have a name that makes it sound more like a keep for pinball machines at a local flea market, but it is really far more than that. Located in Kansas City, this spot offers more than just pinball - there's pool, shuffleboard, video games and some of the city's very best burgers as well! According to reviewers, the experience at Westport Flea Market Bar and Grill is sure to make your mouth water. So come on down and check out all the fun that awaits inside!
Tin Pin Game Bar
Tin Pin Game Bar
Ten Pin Game Bar, located in Marietta, Georgia, is a new gaming and dining destination that offers a unique blend of entertainment and gastronomy. Situated at 4475 Roswell Rd, Suite 1510, in the Avenue East Cobb, it's part of the Southern Proper Hospitality group and is nestled alongside Tin Lizzy’s Cantina.
This establishment features 10 pinball machines and a variety of arcade games, making it an ideal spot for game enthusiasts.
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Free Play Ft. Worth
Free Play Ft. Worth
If you’re on the lookout for an electrifying entertainment experience, then look no further than Free Play Arcade in Fort Worth! This small Texas chain of barcades boasts free play games with an entry fee of $12, plus snacks and sandwiches. Speaking of free play games, they’ve got an impressive lineup featuring 12 awesome pinball machines as well as everything from classic arcade games to Dance Dance Revolution, Bubble Hockey and Killer Queen. It gets even better – visiting the rooftop Tiki cocktail and slushy venue will take your experience to a whole other level. For the legal drinkers out there, note that it becomes 18+ after 9pm Sunday through Thursday and 21+ after 9pm on Friday and Saturday. With their unbeatable selection of retro and cutting-edge games, a night at Free Play Arcade will certainly be one to remember!
Planet Sarbez
Planet Sarbez
How do you like your grilled cheese? If you said with mango and avocado, you’ll love Sarbez in St. Augustine. This funky dive bar designs gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches or you can create your own masterpiece. Sarbez is a live music venue with a couple of rooms full of classic video arcade games plus air hockey, skeeball, pool, darts, and pinball games like Dr. No, Stranger Things and Guardians of the Galaxy. Sarbez is family friendly until 10pm and serves craft beer, ciders, sours, meads, wines, sodas, kombuchas and iced coffees. Outside seating is smoke and dog friendly.
Up Down (Minneapolis)
Up Down (Minneapolis)
Up Down Arcade Bar in Minneapolis, Minnesota is a must-visit spot for any arcade lover. They have a large collection of pinball machines on location with 12 games to play. Up Down also has other locations in Des Moines, Kansas City, Milwaukee, St. Louis, Nashville and Oklahoma City so if you're ever in the area, be sure to check them out! They have a large craft beer election with 60 beers on tap as well as arcade games, skee ball, console games and more to keep you entertained. If you get hungry, they make pizza on site. Just note that Up Down is a 21+ only establishment. So if you're looking for a fun night out with friends, Up Down Arcade Bar should definitely be at the top of your list!
Miniboss
Miniboss
Do people come to Miniboss in San Jose, CA just for the craft cocktails? Yes, but then they also geek out over the old school arcade with throwbacks like Ms. Pac Man and Michael Jackson’s Moonwalker. Play popular modern pinball like Monster Bash and Theater of Magic for 75 cents or free on Thursdays. This chic retro barcade also offers full table service and Asian fusion cuisine. Try the Winter on Niberu cocktail – it is like a boozy strawberry milkshake.
Up-Down STL
Up-Down STL
Up Down Arcade Bar is an arcade lover's dream come true. The perfect place to let your inner child out, Up Down boasts an impressive collection of arcade games, pinball machines, console games, and skee ball. And if that's not enough to keep you entertained, make the night more interesting with a few drinks from their extensive craft beer menu. So whether you're looking to relive your childhood or just want a place to drink beer with friends, Up Down is the perfect spot. Just be sure to leave the kiddos at home - this bar is for adults only!