Barcade

403 Club at 614 Reynolds Ave in Kansas City's historic Strawberry Hill is a no‑frills pinball bar and arcade bar that keeps a minimum of eleven rotating, well‑maintained machines, hosts IFPA‑sanctioned weekly leagues and monthly tournaments, and pairs a deep craft beer selection, daily happy hour and covered patio with six HD TVs, an electronic dartboard and an internet jukebox. Playable titles rotate frequently but have included Playboy, Black Knight Limited Edition, Zephyr, Sweet Sioux and Hotdogger alongside classic electro‑mechanical games, with quarters, a change machine and ATM on site for coin play

Gebhard's Beer Culture at 228 West 72nd Street on the Upper West Side is a laid-back craft beer bar, bottle shop and kitchen featuring 16 rotating drafts, a curated bottle selection, burgers and bar bites, regular trivia nights and weekly pinball tournaments, with machines that accept quarters, dollar bills or app payments for a true neighborhood barcade experience. The pinball lineup includes Atlantis, Congo, Embryon, Farfalla, Indianapolis 500, King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Premium), Pulp Fiction (SE), Spectrum, Star Trek: The Next Generation, The Walking Dead (Pro), Whirlwind.

Cobra Arcade Bar Tucson at 63 E Congress St is a downtown 21+ barcade with an industrial‑chic vibe that pairs a full craft beer and cocktail program with a rotating collection of vintage arcade and video games, lively DJs and nightlife energy near the TCC/Congress district. The Tucson location features 11 pinball machines alongside numerous classic cabinets, and patrons regularly praise the game selection, drinks and fun atmosphere on review sites.

Lyman's Tavern at 3720 14th St NW in Northwest Washington, DC is a laid-back dive bar and barcade known for a full kitchen, a broad beer and whiskey selection, and a friendly neighborhood vibe that welcomes casual meals and late-night hangs. The tavern hosts 11 well-maintained pinball machines—rotating titles that span classic and newer releases—making it a top local spot for adults who want good food, drinks, and reliable pinball play.

Double Bull Taphouse at 210 Andover St in Peabody is a lively two-story arcade bar and pizza-forward taphouse with indoor/outdoor seating, an expansive beer list (over 50 taps), family-friendly pub fare and a roomy game area that includes darts, bocce, shuffleboard and an upstairs pinball room. The venue maintains 11 pinball machines including Avatar: The Battle for Pandora LE, Deadpool (Pro), Dolly Parton, Godzilla (Pro), Jaws (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Premium), Star Wars Comic Art (Pro), Star Wars: Fall of the Empire (Premium), Stranger Things (Pro), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro), and Toy Story Four (LE).

Draftcade Kansas City at 7260 NW 87th St in Zona Rosa is a lively barcade and arcade restaurant blending retro video games, pinball, skee-ball and duckpin bowling with a full kitchen and a large draft-beer selection. The venue features over 60 arcade and pinball machines (current pinball list: 1418, 908, 764, 744, 756, 2165, 671, 788), plus party-friendly spaces and a rotating craft-beer lineup, and guests frequently praise the game variety, friendly service and solid bar food on review sites.

Free Play Richardson at 1730 E Belt Line Road is a lively retro barcade and pizza-friendly arcade that pairs more than ninety authentic, free-to-play arcade cabinets with a full bar serving craft beers, ciders and a compact menu of sandwiches and pizzas—popular for adult nights, private parties and a nostalgic game-room vibe. Its pinball lineup features Foo Fighters, Monster Bash, X-Men, Theater of Magic, Iron Maiden, Deadpool, Jaws, Star Wars, Medieval Madness and Black Knight: Sword of Rage Pro, and the location emphasizes preserving the classic arcade experience by running real hardware.

Up-Down KC at 101 SW Blvd in Kansas City's Crossroads is a lively 21+ arcade bar and barcade that pairs classic arcade and pinball gaming with pizza by the slice and a full craft-beer program. The two-level venue offers more than 50 arcade games, 10 pinball machines, multiple skee‑ball lanes and an extensive rotating tap list, making it a favorite for adult gamers and group nights out. Guests frequently praise the upbeat, social atmosphere, strong draft selection and casual food offerings, solidifying Up-Down KC as a go-to spot in the Crossroads for nostalgic gaming and drinks.

47 Hills Brewing Company at 137 S Linden Ave in South San Francisco is a family- and dog-friendly brewery taproom and beer garden that pairs rotating craft beers and growlers to go with a kitchen serving pizza, burgers and wings, creating a relaxed brewcade atmosphere for kids, adults and groups. Guests praise the friendly staff and spacious seating, and the venue doubles as an arcade bar with a nostalgic pinball collection including AC/DC (Premium), Aerosmith (Pro), Attack From Mars (Remake - Classic), Batman 66 (Premium), Creature from the Black Lagoon, Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Premium), James Bond 007 (Pro), Mata Hari, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro), The Simpsons Pinball Party, The Who's Tommy Pinball Wizard, Twilight Zone.

Located at 1271 King St in Riverside, Jacksonville, Keg & Coin is a lively craft-beer barcade that pairs a rotating selection of draft and packaged beer with a dense lineup of vintage arcade cabinets, consoles and bar-top games. The venue features 15 rotating taps and beer-to-go alongside gifts and bottles/cans, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. Its arcade includes nine Stern pinball machines linked to Stern’s online scoreboard—titles include Ghostbusters, Jaws, Star Wars, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Venom, Deadpool, Avengers and Stranger Things—plus classic cabinets like Pac-Man, Galaga and NBA Jam, with monthly tournaments and .50 pinball nights for competitive play.

16-Bit Bar+Arcade at 110 E New York St in downtown Indianapolis is a 21+ barcade that pairs a full bar with two floors of vintage and modern arcade cabinets for adult-focused retro gaming and nightlife experiences. Most video games and skee-ball are free play with a drink purchase while pinball runs on coins; the venue typically lists nine pinball machines, with titles reported such as Godzilla (Pro), Hot Wheels, Hurricane, JAWS (Pro) and Jurassic Park. Popular for reasonably priced drinks, a lively retro soundtrack, outdoor patio seating and a dog-friendly atmosphere, 16-Bit is a go-to spot for groups, date nights and nostalgic gamers in Indy.

Gestalt at 3159 16th St in San Francisco’s Mission District is a laid-back barcade and craft-beer bar with a divey, music-friendly vibe that pairs board games and casual nightlife with a focus on pinball play. The venue offers a rotating tap list and gourmet sausages alongside a nine-machine pinball lineup, making it a popular adult spot for relaxed play, social nights, and retro arcade fun in the city.

Barcade Philly at 1114 Frankford Ave in Fishtown is a 21+ arcade bar that pairs a large selection of retro video games with a rotating craft beer list and a casual kitchen, offering a lively, nostalgic atmosphere popular with locals and visitors alike. It features pinball machines including Addams Family, Black Knight 2000, Cactus Canyon (Remake - Special Edition), Dirty Harry, Fish Tales, Gilligan's Island, Jaws (Premium), Metallica (Pro), Star Wars: Fall of the Empire (Pro).

Scoreboard Sports Bar at 4822 SE Division St in Portland is a lively neighborhood barcade and arcade restaurant pairing a full bar and pub-style menu with Skee-Ball lanes, pool, multiple TVs for game viewing and a relaxed, dive-bar vibe.
The venue maintains a rotating roster of nine pinball machines as listed on community pinball maps, making it a popular stop for pinball enthusiasts and casual players alike.
Patrons frequently praise the affordable drinks, generous sandwiches and friendly staff, and the bar’s weekend karaoke and sports-focus add to its neighborhood appeal.

Player 1 Video Game Bar is a 21+ barcade at 2797 S Maryland Parkway in Las Vegas that pairs a retro video-game arcade and consoles with a dedicated pinball room housing 11 machines, offering a lively gaming-and-drinks destination for locals and visitors alike. The venue features around 50 taps of craft beer, specialty cocktails, pub-style snacks and regular events and tournaments to keep the atmosphere buzzing. Many guests note a cover/card system (commonly reported as $7) that includes unlimited arcade play but typically excludes pinball, and reviews praise the friendly staff and strong drink selection.

Rullo's at 560 5th Ave in Brooklyn is a lively pinball bar and barcade with nine well‑maintained pinball machines, a retro‑bistro vibe, rotating events and monthly tournaments, and two NYC League pinball teams—making it a go‑to spot for players and locals alike. Guests and reviewers highlight the variety and upkeep of the machines and friendly staff, and the venue is also known for strong cocktails, beer selections, karaoke, trivia nights and NFL happy hour, earning praise from the local pinball community and visitors on review sites.

Space Room Lounge at 4800 SE Hawthorne Blvd is a long-running, space-themed Hawthorne bar and arcade pairing a lively cocktail and pizza-focused bar with a roomy retro arcade and patio; the venue highlights classic video games alongside a dedicated pinball bank listed on the venue’s arcade page. The pinball lineup features Creature of the Black Lagoon, Terminator 2, The Walking Dead, Fish Tales, Whirlwind, The Sopranos, Party Zone, Black Knight, and local reviews praise its nostalgic gaming vibe and energetic bar atmosphere.

Barcade New Haven at 56 Orange St is a 21+ arcade bar that pairs an extensive collection of classic arcade cabinets with a rotating tap of local craft beers and elevated pub food in a lively, late-night atmosphere popular with students and locals. The venue maintains eight pinball machines, featuring Alice Cooper's Nightmare Castle, Deadpool (Pro), John Wick (Premium), Theatre of Magic, Toy Story 4 (LE), Star Wars, and other rotating titles, making it a top spot in the area for pinball fans.

Emporium Wicker Park at 1366 N Milwaukee Ave in Chicago is a 21+ retro arcade bar and live events venue that pairs a curated collection of classic and modern arcade games with a full bar, extensive craft beer and whiskey selections, a stage for live music and DJs, and regular tournaments and private-group booking options. The venue features skee‑ball lanes, pool, foosball and a rotating pinball lineup that includes Johnny Mnemonic, Demolition Man and Space Jam, and customers praise its lively neighborhood vibe and game-forward nights on review sites.

Randolph Beer DUMBO at 82 Prospect St in Brooklyn is a sprawling brewpub and barcade that pairs a craft beer program and rooftop with a retro game room featuring seven pinball machines, skee‑ball, shuffleboard and NYC’s only feather‑bowling courts, making it popular for groups and events. The venue serves shareable elevated bar fare alongside taps and draws positive reviews for its lively atmosphere, rooftop views and well‑appointed games area on Yelp.

Falling Knife Brewing Co. is a Northeast Minneapolis brewcade and taproom at 783 Harding St NE #100 that pairs a rotating lineup of house and seasonal craft beers with an arcade-style, family- and dog-friendly taproom that frequently hosts food trucks and events. The venue features seven pinball machines (652, 3231, 3738, 2441, 3415, 883, 916), making it a popular local barcade for pin players and casual gamers alike. Guests praise the beer selection and friendly staff in reviews, and the brewery’s taproom and beer listings are available on its website and review pages.

Knub's Pub at 5386 Roberts St in Shawnee, KS is a popular neighborhood barcade, pinball and tournament arcade that pairs craft beers and hearty pub fare with a rotating lineup of seven pinball machines, a patio, TVs in booths and a lively, friendly atmosphere. Well-reviewed for its food, service and weekend live music, Knub’s hosts regular events and specials that make it a go-to spot for casual nights out and pinball enthusiasts alike. For hours, menu and the current machine lineup see their website and Yelp.

Slingshot Lounge at 5532 SE Center in Portland is a friendly neighborhood bar-restaurant and barcade offering housemade American fare, big booths, a standout jukebox, pool tables and air hockey in a laid-back, adult-focused setting with a short rotating menu. It maintains a small rotating collection of seven pinball machines including Batman '66, Black Rose, Guardians of the Galaxy, Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast, Munsters, Theatre of Magic, Who Dunnit.

PINSTACK Austin, located at 500 W Canyon Ridge Drive in Austin, TX, is a family-friendly entertainment complex that pairs a full-service restaurant and bar with bowling lanes, arcade classics, skee-ball, air hockey, bumper cars, laser tag and casual pizza dining, and includes a small pinball collection of six machines on site according to venue information. Guests praise the large game room and party-friendly layout, though reviews on Yelp note mixed experiences with service and crowding during peak times, making it a lively choice for groups, families and birthday events.

Versus is a downtown Boston barcade and arcade bar at 42 Province St that pairs a full bar and casual pub menu with retro‑modern arcade cabinets and large pop‑art murals by local artist Dirty Dek. The venue hosts five pinball machines — Avengers: Infinity Quest, Cactus Canyon (Remake - Special Edition), Guardians of the Galaxy, James Bond 007, and Jurassic Park — and typically offers $5 unlimited play along with a rotating selection of free‑play arcade games. Guests frequently praise the friendly staff and fun atmosphere for groups and events, though private parties can affect public access so calling ahead is recommended.

Blackbird Bar at 3007 South Kinnickinnic Ave in Bay View is a cozy, laid-back arcade bar and neighborhood dive known for friendly bartenders, drink specials, comfy booths and an oasis-like patio that draws a local crowd and regular trivia nights and events. The bar operates as a pinball-focused spot with five rotating machines and hosts pinball tournaments every 1st Sunday and 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6 PM, welcoming players of all skill levels. Its pinball roster has included titles such as Cactus Canyon (Remake Special), The Shadow and Stranger Things (Premium), making Blackbird a reliable stop for both classic and modern pinball fans scouting Bay View.

Barcade New York at 148 W 24th St in Chelsea is a 21+ arcade bar pairing a large selection of classic coin‑op video games with a rotating list of craft beers and bar food in a nostalgic, adult‑oriented setting. The Chelsea location typically hosts five pinball machines, with Pinball Map listing titles like Bad Cats, Cactus Canyon (Remake LE), and Godzilla (Premium), and the venue keeps its arcade lineup updated regularly. Patrons frequently praise the unmodified vintage machines and lively atmosphere in reviews and local listings, which reflect its popularity among Manhattan nightlife spots.

Blipsy Bar at 369 N Western Ave in Koreatown is a cash-only, 21+ dive-style barcade that’s billed as LA’s original arcade bar, pairing heavy pours, DJs and live acts with a dark, nostalgic room full of classic arcade cabinets and pinball machines loved by locals and reviewers. Current pinball machines include Playboy, Stellar Wars, Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Twilight Zone.

Glitch Bar is a 21+ retro arcade bar and restaurant in Flagler Village at 905 NE 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, blending craft cocktails, local beers and a menu of sandwiches and bar bites with a wall of vintage arcade cabinets, pinball and skee‑ball for late‑night adults (under 21 admitted until 8 PM). The venue hosts indie titles and competitive nights — including Killer Queen draft leagues, trivia, DJs and tournaments — making it a popular destination for nostalgic gaming, pinball sessions and arcade tournaments in South Florida.

Players Club is a 21+ barcade and retro arcade lounge in Logan Circle at 1400 14th St NW in Washington, DC, offering a basement gamer’s rec-room, rooftop Skybox, craft cocktails, pool tables, foosball, skee-ball and classic arcade cabinets for an energetic night out for adults. Its pinball bank features Godzilla, Guardians of the Galaxy, Jaws and Venom, with games typically available for casual play and noted by players as well‑maintained and coin‑operated, making it a go-to spot for pinball fans and groups seeking nostalgic arcade fun.