Pinball in Oregon

Step into the next level of nostalgia at Hillsboro's Next Level Pinball Museum. 475 vintage and modern arcade machines, including a staggering 247 pinball machines, await your challenge. Free play with a $20 admission, all day. Tournaments and events regularly held. Basketball hoops, air hockey, skee-ball, and more. The decor is a collector's dream, with vintage toys, signed movie memorabilia, and pop culture artifacts covering every inch. No food or alcohol, but feel free to bring your own. This is a sanctuary for gamers, pure and simple.

Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade Bar is a must-visit destination in Portland, Oregon. This barcade is home to the largest collection of pinball machines in Portland, with 41 games on location spanning all eras - from classics like the 90s great White Water to more modern machines like Stern's Keith Elwin designed Iron Maiden. Ground Kontrol is an all ages location until 5pm, after which it becomes 21+, so bring the kids early if you've got them. Otherwise, get your adults only gaming on after 5pm! In addition to a large collection of classic video games like Asteroids, Burgertime and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Ground Kontrol also has a full bar with cocktails, beer and wine. Plus, they've got a food menu focused on items like tacos, nachos and quesadilla sliders. So whether you're looking to relive your childhood or just want to sip on a craft beer while playing some old-school arcade games, Ground Kontrol is the place for you!

Does pinball make the band cooler or does the band make pinball cooler? Doesn’t matter. Blairally Vintage Arcade in Eugene, OR is a community hub with colorful patrons, a garage venue for local bands, a full bar with craft drinks, pub grub and a hot dog cart. This hip arcade offers an array of vintage pinball machines and arcade games, some set to free play or only a quarter. Leagues and tournaments are available and kids are welcome before 9 p.m. Especially the cool kids.

QuarterWorld Arcade is a barcade in Portland, Oregon with the second largest collection of pinball machines in the city. They have 32 pinball games on location, with a selection that includes games like The Addam's Family, Batman '66 and Iron Man. In addition to pinball, they also have over 50 classic arcade games featuring titles like Marvel vs. Capcom, NBA Jam, Pac-Man and others. If you're looking for something different to do, they also have other fun games like Dance Dance Revolution, basketball, and skee ball. QuarterWorld has 2 full bars if you get thirsty, with a focus on cocktails and draft beer. They also serve American pub food like burgers and pizza. QuarterWorld is 21+ except for Saturdays and Sundays between 1pm and 7pm. And yes, they take quarters.

Wedgehead is a barcade in Portland Oregon that boasts an extensive rotating pinball collection. They keep around 20 games on location at any given time but have a selection of over 150 machines to rotate from. Games are set to free play with your admission fee, so you can play all day if you want (plus they allow ins and outs). If you're looking to compete, they host a casual weekly pinball tournament format called Howdy Pardner!

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Unlike some of the other more popular arcades in Portland and elsewhere, Wedgehead focuses exclusively on pinball machines, so no video games or other arcade machines to district you from your intended purpose. They offer a food menu to go with your beverages that features items like burgers, sandwiches, burritos and shareable appetizers. Customers rave about the food and quality of the pinball machines at Wedgehead. If you love pinball and good food, Wedgehead is the place for you! Note - Wedghead becomes a 21+ adults only establishment after 6pm every night.

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. 

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.

My Father's Place is a great spot for anyone looking for a little bit of everything in Portland. They've got a great selection of pinball machines, as well as classic arcade games, video poker and a pool table. The retro jukebox is a great touch, and the staff are always friendly and helpful. The food is classic diner fare with a few twists, and breakfast is served all day long. And it's somewhat famous for being a haunt of musician Elliot Smith. Whether you're looking for a great diner-style meal or a fun time playing pinball, My Father's Place should be on your list.

‍Super Champ is a new arcade in Beaverton, an excellent suburb of Portland, Oregon. They have 10 pinball machines, plus pizza and beer. Really cool website, too. Machines are operated by the same folks who run Wedgehead in Portland!

Space Room Lounge in Portland, Oregon is a small bar with a big personality. The highlight of the place is their pinball collection, which currently features eight games. But Space Room Lounge is more than just a cocktail bar with some pinball machines – they also offer American comfort food, video arcade games, air hockey, and a photo booth. The atmosphere is casual and fun, making it the perfect place to let loose and have a good time.  

Scoreboard Sports Bar in Portland, Oregon is the perfect place to get your game on - literally. With a dozen pinball machines currently on location, this low key divey sports bar has something for everyone. And if pinball isn't your thing, they've also got skee ball and pool. Not to mention their affordable prices. You can't go wrong with their menu, which features lots of fried options like fried chicken, mozzarella sticks plus standard fare like burgers and sandwiches. And their pinball machines are typically well maintained.

Slingshot Lounge is a great neighborhood bar in Portland, Oregon. They have a small pinball collection with 7 games on location currently. The bar and restaurant are relaxed with a menu of American classics like burgers (their beef is butchered and ground in house) and sandwiches. They also have a small selection of local craft beers and ciders on tap. The game room area is cozy with pool, air hockey, and pinball of course. Slingshot Lounge is a great place to recover after work with a burger, beer, and some pins.