Pinball in California

Pacific Pinball Museum at 1510 Webster St in Alameda is a nonprofit, interactive arcade museum and tournament venue dedicated to preserving pinball history, offering unlimited admission play on more than 100 playable machines spanning the 1940s to modern titles across five chronological rooms, plus rotating exhibits, jukeboxes, S.T.E.A.M. programming and organized leagues and family programs like Little Flippers. Visitors and reviewers often highlight its hands-on, family-friendly atmosphere and deep, well-maintained collection, making it a beloved Alameda attraction for casual players and enthusiasts alike.

Free Gold Watch at 1767 Waller St in San Francisco’s Haight-Ashbury is a hybrid screen-print shop and retro arcade that houses roughly 60–61 pinball machines alongside vintage video games, rotating specials, and branded apparel from its in-house print shop. Visitors praise its well-maintained machines, friendly staff, and eclectic, family-friendly vibe, making it a must-visit destination for pinball and retro gaming enthusiasts in the city.

Captain's Arcade Showroom at 4411 E La Palma Ave in Anaheim is a pinball-focused showroom, retail store and tournament arcade offering new and refurbished machines (official Stern distributor) and an interactive floor of dozens of playable pinball machines (60+ currently listed), hosting regular leagues, monthly tournaments and IFPA/Open Challenge play that make it a go-to destination for collectors and competitive players in Orange County.

Das Flipperhaus at 4835 Granite Dr in Rocklin, CA is a family- and kid-friendly pinball arcade, arcade bar and restaurant featuring about 45 pinball machines alongside small bites, beer and wine for casual play or date nights. Known for regular tournaments (including Monday nights), private-event hosting and occasional mobile retro appearances, it’s a popular local destination with consistently positive customer reviews praising the atmosphere and service.

Lynn's Arcade: A Pinball Parlor and Can Slangery at 1760 Fremont Blvd Suite D1 in Seaside, CA is a family‑friendly, IFPA‑linked pinball parlor and barcade offering roughly 40 free‑play machines, regular leagues and tournaments, pinball sales, repair and rentals for events, plus a curated selection of 100+ canned beers with hourly, day‑pass and membership options for all ages. Visitors frequently praise the well‑maintained machines, friendly staff and active event calendar that make Lynn’s a regional hub for pinball enthusiasts.

The Flipper Room at 1033 Shary Circle in Concord is a cozy, family- and tournament-friendly pinball arcade and gallery tucked behind The Art of Picture Framing, offering over 30 well-maintained pinball machines on quarter play along with on-site custom framing and print-shop services. Its rotating mix of classic, rare and modern titles, kid-friendly vibe and friendly staff have earned strong local reviews, making it a popular spot for casual players, families and tournament enthusiasts; the venue typically opens at 10 AM.

The Rewind Arcade at 6780 Depot St in Sebastopol is a dedicated pinball arcade and retro arcade bar offering a rotating lineup of classic 80s/90s cabinets alongside 32 pinball machines and modern titles. The venue operates as an arcade bar with a self-pour, 20-tap beer wall and regularly runs pinball leagues and events that attract both casual players and serious enthusiasts. Open afternoons into late night with varying hours and a 21+ policy after 8pm, The Rewind sits in The Barlow complex and provides a lively, community-focused spot for gaming and craft beer in Sebastopol.

Located in Old Sacramento at 117 J Street, Capital Pinball Parlor is a tournament-focused, family-friendly pinball arcade offering a lively retro atmosphere in the heart of downtown Sacramento. The parlor houses 34 pinball machines spanning classic and modern titles and offers unlimited-play all-day passes (regular and youth pricing available). It hosts regular tournaments and weekly league nights—popular Friday events feature an all-you-can-play option plus a low-cost tournament entry—making it a go-to spot for competitive and casual players alike. Visitors praise the well-maintained machines, welcoming staff, and snack/drink options (food is allowed), making Capital Pinball Parlor a great choice for families, groups, and pinball enthusiasts exploring Sacramento.

I Need a Miracle Tickets at 5541 E Spring St in Long Beach combines a ticket shop with a busy pinball and free-play arcade, offering hourly passes, day passes and monthly memberships for unlimited play; the shop is open afternoons and evenings and also hosts private rentals and buys/sells/trades machines. The venue features around 30–40 machines across two rooms, all set to free play, with a mix of modern premium titles and classics including Addams Family, Avatar: The Battle For Pandora LE, Jaws (Premium), Godzilla (Premium), Star Wars (Premium), Led Zeppelin (Premium), Harry Potter (Arcade Edition) and The Beatles (Gold Edition), making it a favorite local spot for collectors and casual players alike.

Pinbug Pomona at 252 S Main St in Pomona, CA is a family-friendly pinball, video game, and tournament arcade with a curated mix of vintage and modern machines; all games are on free play and the venue offers hourly and day passes with group rates and event bookings available. Owner-operated and frequently praised in local reviews for its varied collection and welcoming atmosphere, Pinbug hosts tournaments and special events that attract collectors and casual players alike. Machines on site include Alien, Buck Rogers, Bad Cats, Doctor Who, Fan-Tas-Tic, Fireball, Funhouse, Grand Lizard, Godzilla Pro, Honey, Hurricane, Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast, Jaws, Jokerz!, Jurassic Park, Looney Tunes, Mousin' Around!, Phoenix, Pinball Champ, Pinbot, Pulp Fiction, Rush, Star Wars: Fall of the Empire, South Park, Space Mission, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Pro, Whirlwind, Xenon.

Slingshot Pinball is an owner-operated, family-friendly pinball arcade at 460 Lincoln Ave #70 in San Jose with a rotating collection of well-maintained machines (many upgraded with VooDoo glass, speaker lights, shaker motors and headphone jacks), regular open play and tournaments, and friendly staff praised in reviews. Machines include Avengers, Deadpool, Uncanny X‑Men, King Kong, Venom, Monopoly, Elvira, Pulp Fiction, Batman 66, Foo Fighters, Family Guy, Metallica, Rush, Iron Maiden, Black Knight, Stranger Things, James Bond, Avatar, Shrek, Jurassic Park, Godzilla, Jaws, Star Wars, Mandalorian, Dungeons and Dragons and John Wick, making it a go-to spot for pinball enthusiasts and families in San Jose.

Revenge Of at 3420 Eagle Rock Blvd in Los Angeles is a family- and kid-friendly comic shop and pinball arcade that pairs a curated selection of comics, toys and collectibles with an acclaimed pinball room of twenty-six machines, hosting tournaments and community events in a welcoming, nerd‑bodega atmosphere. The shop is praised for its friendly staff, immersive decor and token system with a change machine that accepts bills and credit cards, making it a convenient spot for casual play and competitive sessions alike. Alien (Limited Version), Attack From Mars (Remake - Special), Black Knight Sword of Rage (LE), Cactus Canyon (Remake - Special Edition), Deadpool (Premium), Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (LE), Elvira's House of Horrors (Signature Edition), Ghostbusters (LE), Godzilla (Limited Edition), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), James Bond 007 (Premium), Jaws (Pro), John Wick (LE), Labyrinth, Medieval Madness (LE Remake), Metallica Remastered (Premium), Monster Bash (Special Edition), Munsters (Premium), Pulp Fiction (SE), Star Wars (Premium), Texas Chainsaw Massacre (Collectors Edition), The Mandalorian (LE), The Sopranos, Uncanny X‑Men (LE), Venom (Premium), Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory (LE).

Arcade Monsters in Murrieta at 39809 Avenida Acacias Suite C offers a vibrant blacklight, anime-inspired arcade with unlimited-play admission, a mix of classic and modern arcade and rhythm games and a robust pinball lineup, plus party and event packages for all ages. The new Murrieta location opened in December 2025 and has earned strong local praise for its friendly staff and lively, family-friendly atmosphere.

AYCE Gogi Korean BBQ & Pinball in West Hills at 6705 Fallbrook Ave pairs all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue and a full bar with a dedicated pinball room and arcade-style seating, featuring a rotating collection of about 22 premium pinball machines for guests to play while they dine. Guests praise the flavorful meats, attentive service, and lively atmosphere, and most machines are coin-operated (typically $0.50 per game, with newer titles sometimes $0.75), making it a popular local spot for both food and pinball enthusiasts.

AYCE Gogi Korean BBQ & Pinball in Van Nuys at 7128 Van Nuys Blvd pairs all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue (tabletop grills) with a 21+ pinball bar operation (On Tilt), offering a lively mix of craft drinks, soju and a back bar dedicated to a rotating, well‑maintained collection of premium pinball machines and frequent tournament/league nights. Reviewers note the clean machines, affordable play costs and regular updates to the lineup, making it a popular spot for casual play and serious flippers alike. Machines that have been reported in rotation include Dune, Elton John (Platinum Edition), Evil Dead, Guardians of the Galaxy (Premium), Jaws, John Wick, The Godfather (LE), Stranger Things (Premium), AC/DC, Avatar: The Battle For Pandora (LE), Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (LE), Deadpool (Limited Edition), Winchester Mystery House, Looney Tunes (Collectors Edition), Labyrinth and Jungle Queen, among others.

EightyTwo is a 21+ barcade located at 707 East 4th Place in Downtown Los Angeles that pairs a nostalgic arcade experience with a full-service bar, creating a grown-up hangout for pinball and classic video game fans. The venue showcases a rotating lineup of over 55 vintage pinball and arcade machines drawn from a larger private collection, alongside craft cocktails and multiple draft beers at the bar. A spacious outdoor patio, nightly DJs, and regular tournaments round out the lively downtown atmosphere, making EightyTwo a popular spot for group nights, competitive play, and adult nostalgia seekers.

Riverside Game Lab at 3633 Market St in downtown Riverside is a vibrant arcade-bar that pairs a full bar and family-friendly game room with a dedicated pinball area holding about 20 machines alongside classic video cabinets, DDR, air hockey and skee‑ball, making it a popular spot for dates, groups and tournaments. Praised for its nostalgic selection, welcoming staff and strong pinball collection, the venue keeps family-friendly hours with a 21+ late-night policy on Fridays and Saturdays after 10 p.m., and consistently receives positive reviews from local visitors.

Arcade Monsters San Diego at 704 J St in downtown San Diego—across from PETCO Park and two blocks from the Gaslamp Quarter—is a 13,000 sq ft, two-floor entertainment venue with over 200 arcade games, a restaurant and bar, themed blacklight murals and anime art, two themed party rooms and unlimited-play wristbands; it also hosts a curated collection of 19 pinball machines, making it a lively destination for groups, events and pinball fans.

BA Start is a competitive arcade and taproom at 647 Higuera St in downtown San Luis Obispo offering a lively mix of retro and modern games for groups and locals alike. The venue hosts about 20 pinball machines alongside over 40 arcade games, plus pool tables, ping pong, air hockey, a rotating tap list of beers, ciders and casual food options. Popular for weekly events like trivia, karaoke and power-hour and praised in reviews for its drink selection and friendly staff, BA Start provides a social, game-focused atmosphere for daytime visitors and a 21+ crowd after evening hours.

Lights Out Arcade at Santa Maria Billiards is a pinball-focused area inside the longtime pool hall at 1931 S Thornburg St in Santa Maria, CA, offering billiards, food and drinks alongside a dedicated arcade of roughly 20 pinball machines The venue features a medium-sized, rotating mix of classic and modern titles (Pinball Map lists machines such as Medieval Madness and recent Jersey Jack releases) and regularly hosts tournaments, DJ nights and community events that make it a lively local hangout for players and pool patrons alike

Meal on a Bun "MOAB" (Fast Eddie's Moab) at 1228 Tully Rd in Modesto is a laid‑back, family‑friendly burger spot known for made‑to‑order burgers, sandwiches and shakes, offering casual dining with friendly service and a nostalgic atmosphere. The location doubles as a pinball destination with 20 machines on the floor — including titles like Black Rose, Deadpool (Pro) and Triple Strike — making it a popular place for both diners and pinball players seeking well‑maintained games and a relaxed gaming experience.

Hyper Beer Co is a beer hall and arcade at 150 W Center Street Promenade in Anaheim, CA, serving house-brewed craft beer and featuring an on-site arcade with 19 pinball machines. The community-focused taproom has earned positive local reviews, offers two-hour parking validation with purchase, and typically opens in the late afternoon, making it a popular spot on the Anaheim Promenade for casual drinks and pinball sessions.

Highway to the Gaming Zone at 1430 Main St in Susanville, CA is a locally owned game shop and arcade that buys, sells, and trades video games, tabletop toys, comics, vinyl and collectibles and operates an in-store arcade. The venue maintains a rotating pinball selection—Pinside lists 14 machines, including modern Sterns like Star Wars and Stranger Things alongside classics such as Taxi and Pinball Magic—and posts weekday hours around 11:00 AM–8:00 PM with extended weekend hours. Visitors regularly note friendly, down-to-earth staff and competitive prices in reviews, and the shop uses its Facebook page for inventory updates and contact information, including (530) 249-0186.

Marquee Pinball Lounge at 1311 1st St in downtown Napa opened May 10, 2025 and offers a casual, family-friendly pinball bar experience with a rotating lineup of 18 modern and collector/limited-edition machines plus a beverage menu including draft beers and cocktails. Visitors praise the lively, laid-back atmosphere and machine selection on review sites, and the lounge posts current hours and events on its social channels, making it a popular stop for locals and tourists exploring Napa's downtown scene.

Long Beach Beer Lab at 518 W Willow St in Long Beach, CA is a lively brewpub and sourdough bakery known for house‑made pizzas, pastries and a rotating tap of IPAs, lagers and sours served in a spacious indoor/outdoor taproom; it’s also the flagship home for Long Beach Pinball and hosts pinball league nights, with about 20 machines on the floor including Black Knight Limited Edition, Time Machine, Stranger Things (Pro), Joker Poker, Black Jack and Future Spa, making it a great spot for both beer lovers and pinball enthusiasts.

Mission Control at 515 N Main St in Santa Ana is a neon‑soaked retro barcade inside McFadden Public Market that pairs classic arcade cabinets with a rotating collection of about 17 pinball machines, plus craft beers, cocktails, live music, karaoke, trivia and private‑event bookings. Patrons praise the lively 80s vibe, friendly staff and solid food and drink menu—making it a popular spot for date nights, tournaments and group outings—and the venue posts weekend daytime hours that accommodate families alongside its evening adult‑focused barcade atmosphere.

Hermosa Brewing at 1855 Del Amo Blvd in Torrance is a brewpub-style taproom that pairs a rotating lineup of house beers with food-truck pop-ups, private-event space and an arcade area featuring pinball, video games, pool and darts, making it a popular spot for casual play and tournaments. The location maintains a large pinball collection, including Alien (Limited Version), Batman (The Dark Knight), Foo Fighters (Premium), Godzilla (Premium), Hot Wheels, Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Pro), John Wick (Pro), Jurassic Park (Premium), Led Zeppelin (Pro), Metallica (Premium), Pulp Fiction (SE), Rush (Premium), Star Wars (Pro), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Premium), The Big Lebowski, The Mandalorian (Premium), Venom (LE), X-Men (LE). Guests frequently praise the beer selection, friendly atmosphere and well-maintained machines in reviews, and the taproom advertises regular events and rotating food options to complement the gaming experience.

Out of Order Arcade at 13320 Lincoln Way in Auburn, CA is a family-friendly BEER-CADE that pairs free‑play classic arcade cabinets with a dedicated pinball room, flat-rate hourly or all-day play, and a relaxed social atmosphere ideal for families and groups. The venue maintains a rotating collection of roughly 15 pinball machines alongside dozens of arcade games, hosts regular tournaments and community events, and is frequently praised in reviews for friendly staff, craft beer on tap, and a welcoming vibe.

Retrovolt Arcade at 544 Myrtlewood Drive in Calimesa, CA is a family-friendly retro-and-modern gaming venue where all machines are set to free play and a curated collection of 14 pinball machines complements classic arcade cabinets; the arcade offers hourly and all-day passes, party/event bookings, and regular weekend and evening hours for local gamers and visitors." Widely praised for its atmosphere, well-maintained machines and friendly staff, Retrovolt is highly rated by customers on Yelp and other review sites, making it a popular destination for pinball and arcade enthusiasts in the Inland Empire.

Marquee Pinball Arcade at 1030 Clinton St in downtown Napa is a retro-inspired pinball lounge (opened May 2025) that showcases a rotating, collector-style lineup of roughly a dozen–plus pinball machines alongside a retro arcade corner (Ms. Pac-Man multicade, Buck Hunter) and themed machines like Pulp Fiction and The Big Lebowski; visitors can pay per game or join a monthly membership (members receive a gameplay discount), and the venue hosts regular tournaments and weekly promotions while offering a beverage menu for guests of all ages.