Pinball in California

Nine and 3 Quarters at 3621 Soquel Dr Unit 1 in Soquel, CA is a community-focused pinball arcade and training hub that opened in 2024 and offers a curated, rotating collection of roughly 14 pinball machines for players of all levels. The venue doubles as a local pinball club with weekly league nights (Tuesdays), regular tournaments, friendly staff, and an active social presence on Instagram that highlights machine updates and events—making it a must-visit spot for casual players and competitive pinballers alike.

Bonus Round is a retro-themed arcade bar at 1665 Pine St in downtown Redding, CA, featuring a rotating mix of classic arcade and pinball games and expected to offer up to 40 pinball and other gaming machines, making it a destination for vintage-game enthusiasts and competitive players. The venue posts regular updates on its social pages, operates all-ages until the evening then 21+ later, and hosts events like DJ nights, karaoke, and fighting-game nights that draw the local community.

Retro Rewind 209, located at 537 I St in Los Banos, CA, is a nostalgic retro arcade featuring pinball machines, classic and modern arcade games and claw machines, creating a family-friendly hangout for gamers of all ages. The spacious venue bills itself as a roughly 5,000‑square‑foot play area with nearly 100 games, offering both restored classics and contemporary arcade experiences. Many listings note the location is a cash/quarter-operated arcade popular with local pinball enthusiasts and collectors.

Pinball Club at 5535 E Spring St in Long Beach, CA is a pinball-focused arcade run by Pinball Wizards that showcases a curated collection mixing vintage classics with modern premium and limited-edition machines. Machines include Deadpool (Premium), Counterforce, Galaxy, Spin Out, Toreador, Fast Draw, Lightning, Meteor, Flip Flop, Weird Al's Museum of Natural Hilarity (LE), The Godfather (LE), Soccer Kings, Future Spa, Star Trek.

The Mighty Axe in Thousand Oaks at 215 N Moorpark Rd Unit I is an axe‑throwing barcade with ten throwing lanes, a rotating tap list of local craft beers and a back-room pinball arcade featuring 13 modern machines: Avengers: Infinity Quest (Premium), Deadpool (Limited Edition), Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Premium), Godzilla (70th Anniversary Premium), James Bond 007 (Premium), Jaws (Premium), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Premium), Led Zeppelin (Premium), Metallica Remastered (Premium), Star Wars (Pro), Stranger Things (Premium), Uncanny X‑Men (Premium), Venom (Premium). The venue pairs competitive axe throwing, tracked pinball play and live music with private-event and team-building options, and is frequently praised in local reviews for its cozy cabin-style atmosphere and attentive staff.

Barcade LA at 5684 York Blvd in Highland Park is a brick‑walled arcade bar that pairs a broad craft beer list and elevated pub fare with throwback arcade cabinets and a rotating 12‑machine pinball collection, offering a lively, nostalgia‑driven atmosphere for date nights, group outings, and pinball enthusiasts alike

8 Bit Brewing Company Brewstro in Murrieta at 26755 Jefferson Ave is a hip brewpub and retro arcade serving house-brewed craft beers and a full Brewstro menu with indoor and patio seating popular with locals and visitors alike. The Brewstro hosts a dozen well-maintained pinball machines including Beat the Clock, Breakshot, FunHouse, Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Harlem Globetrotters On Tour, Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Pro), Jokerz!, Night Rider, Scared Stiff, Star Wars (Pro), Whirlwind, Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory (Standard).

Pixels Arcade & Taproom at 1137 4th St in downtown San Rafael is Marin County’s retro arcade and self-pour taproom, pairing a comfy, 80s/90s-inspired gaming room with craft beer and snacks; the venue features 12 pinball machines (including Star Wars Pro, Ghostbusters Pro, Austin Powers, Terminator 2 and Theatre of Magic), more than 30 classic arcade titles, a console gaming lounge for tournaments, all-ages access until 8 PM (21+ after 8 PM), and event/party bookings, earning consistently positive local reviews for its game selection and friendly staff.

Neptune's Kingdom on the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk at 400 Beach St is a nautical‑themed, two‑story family entertainment center featuring the Buccaneer Bay 18‑hole miniature golf course, the Smuggler’s Arcade/Captain’s Game Deck with arcade games, pool and air hockey, and an upstairs bar; hours vary by season and it typically opens in the early afternoon. The venue hosts 12 pinball machines alongside a broad selection of arcade games, making it a popular, family‑friendly spot for Boardwalk visitors and pinball enthusiasts alike.

Fore Play Simulators at 601 Orange Dr in Vacaville combines four Full Swing indoor golf bays (160+ courses) with coaching, an auto-tee system and a beer lounge for relaxed social play. The venue also features a 15-machine pinball collection alongside its simulators and is frequently praised by local customers for its friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere.

Shady Oak Barrel House at 420 1st St in downtown Santa Rosa is a small-batch craft brewery and barrel house specializing in farmhouse ales, sours and barrel-aged beers served in a relaxed taproom with a large beer garden, rotating food trucks, live events and a dog- and family-friendly atmosphere. The taproom also hosts an arcade area with 12 pinball machines, offering visitors a lively mix of pinball play alongside its rotating beer selection and community-focused events.

MarTEEnez Minigolf is a neon‑lit, glow‑in‑the‑dark indoor mini golf and retro arcade at 701 Escobar St in downtown Martinez, offering an interactive year‑round course, party room, snacks and a beer/beer‑cocktail bar alongside a quarters‑operated arcade and onsite change machine. The expanding pinball collection of roughly a dozen machines includes Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye (Pro), Deadpool (Pro), Waterworld. Open Thursday through Sunday and highly rated by locals for its fun atmosphere and party offerings, MarTEEnez is a family‑friendly spot that blends nostalgic arcade play with lively mini golf entertainment.

Rivets American Grill at 2307 Oakdale Rd in Modesto is a lively American bar and grill known for hearty burgers, a full bar, sports on big screens, regular live music and generous portions with friendly service, located in Glenwood Plaza with ample parking. The venue also features a rotating pinball lineup including Fish Tales, Game Of Thrones (Pro), Guns N' Roses (LE), Jaws (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), Led Zeppelin (Premium), The Walking Dead (Pro), Twilight Zone, making it a popular spot for casual players and collectors alike.

Trademark Brewing | Brewery + Tap Room at 233 E Anaheim St in downtown Long Beach is a spacious, family- and dog-friendly taproom and beer garden pouring a rotating lineup of Trademark craft beers with on-site parking, regular food trucks, beer slushies and frequent events and viewing parties, making it a lively local gathering spot. The taproom also hosts a robust pinball collection of 11 machines, including Deadpool (Pro), Elvira's House of Horrors (Premium), Iron Man, Pinball Pool, Star Trek, attracting pinball meetups and casual players alike.

Emporium San Francisco at 616 Divisadero St is a 21+ barcade that pairs classic and modern arcade cabinets with craft cocktails, beer, DJs and event space for an adult-focused retro-gaming night out. The spacious, repurposed theater on Divisadero offers a wide selection of arcade games and a rotating roster that currently includes 12 pinball machines, with guests frequently praising the friendly staff and lively atmosphere in reviews.

Player One is an 80s/90s‑themed arcade bar in North Hollywood’s NoHo Arts District at 5126 Lankershim Blvd, known for neon vaporwave decor, craft cocktails and regular themed events like bingo nights and DJs. The lively bar area hosts about a dozen pinball machines including Hotdogger, Dolly Parton, A-B-C, De Luxe World Series, El Dorado City of Gold, Flying Trapeze (Senior), Double-Feature, Freedom, Disco Fever, Eros One, Playboy, Black Knight Limited Edition, Rock-ola 'Buzzer', and Exhibit 'Fishin'. Visitors praise the friendly staff, well‑maintained games and casual vibe ideal for groups and private parties; bring quarters or cash for play and check current hours and events on their site.

Alamo Drafthouse Cinema New Mission at 2550 Mission St in San Francisco pairs seat-side dining and craft cocktails with a nostalgic moviehouse vibe and an on-site arcade that hosts about a dozen pinball machines, making it a popular spot for date nights and film fans alike. Patrons praise the comfy seating, retro posters and food-forward movie experience while the compact arcade offers a rotating mix of vintage and electro-mechanical titles including Joker, Eros One, Triangle, Jeep, Flasher (Bell Fruit), Derby Day, Whizz-Bang (Model C), Orbit, Sweet Sioux, Lucky Strike (Marble), Lite-O-Card.

Moby’s On Main at 369 E Main St in Ventura is a family-friendly arcade bar offering a curated mix of new and vintage arcade games, Thrifty ice cream, local brews, VR attractions and event/party hosting; the downtown spot maintains a twelve-machine pinball lineup that includes Jaws Pro, Deadpool Pro, Foo Fighters Pro, Venom Premium, Star Wars Premium, Jurassic Park Pro, Stranger Things Pro, Dungeons & Dragons (2025), King Kong of Skull Island, MarioKart Arcade GP DX, and Crossy Road, with rotating classics and a lively, welcoming atmosphere for all ages.

The Hills Pub at 8758 La Mesa Blvd in La Mesa, CA is a hip, casual neighborhood pub with reclaimed-wood decor, elevated pub fare like burgers and tacos, a rotating draft list and lively events—complemented by an arcade area with 11 pinball machines and classic arcade games, nightly karaoke, weekly Beers N Bingo, and a monthly pinball tournament that attracts local players and enthusiasts. The pub posts current hours, happy hour specials, menu highlights and private-party options on its website, making it an easy pick for game nights, watch parties, and group events.

The Detour at 2200 Market St #102 in San Francisco is a neon-lit, 21+ barcade and arcade-restaurant that pairs craft cocktails, pizza and comfort food with a curated mix of retro video games and modern pinball for a lively late-night atmosphere." Home to 11 pinball machines and a rotating games list, The Detour offers all-ages hours on Saturdays (typically 12–5pm) while requiring government-issued ID for 21+ entry at other times—check current hours and the full games list on their site.

Revival Arcade at 1395 North E St in San Bernardino is a family-friendly retro arcade that pairs a curated pinball collection of 11 machines with a broad selection of classic video games, skee-ball, basketball, air hockey, virtual reality and motion-simulator attractions, creating a nostalgic yet modern gaming space. All games are on free play and the venue offers straightforward pricing—typically $10 per person per hour or $20 for an all-day pass—making it great value for families, groups and pinball enthusiasts. Local reviewers praise the clean, well-organized facility and friendly staff, calling Revival a neighborhood gem for old-school arcade fun.

Blue Scoop Creamery at 5105 Richfield Rd in Yorba Linda is a family‑owned small‑batch creamery and ice cream arcade that makes house‑made, lactose‑free and dairy‑free flavors with rotating seasonal creations and mix‑ins, and it also features a reservable pinball party room alongside an 11‑machine pinball arcade. Customers praise the creative flavors, friendly service, and lively atmosphere, with strong reviews on Yelp that make it a popular stop for families and pinball fans alike.

Beachwood Brewing & Distilling at 3630 Atlantic Ave in Long Beach is a lively brewery and on-site distillery pouring Beachwood’s award-winning beers and house-distilled spirits in a relaxed taproom that hosts live music, events and casual games with on-site parking available. The Long Beach location also features a rotating modern pinball lineup that includes Deadpool (Premium), Foo Fighters (Premium), Godzilla (Pro), Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Premium), Led Zeppelin (Premium), Rush (Premium), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Premium), and The Mandalorian (Premium), making it a popular hangout for gamers and beer lovers alike.

World 1-1 Game Play is a family- and kid-friendly arcade located in Santa Maria’s Town Center Mall at 246 Town Center E, offering a mix of retro and modern video games alongside DDR and air-hockey attractions for all ages. Operated by the World 1-1 Games team and adjacent to their retail shop, the arcade is noted in customer reviews for friendly staff, a wide selection of consoles and collectibles, and a welcoming, nostalgia-forward atmosphere. The venue also maintains a focused pinball collection of roughly 10 machines, making it a solid stop for casual players and pinball enthusiasts alike.

Walt's Bar at 4680 Eagle Rock Blvd in Los Angeles is a rockabilly-tinged dive and pinball arcade bar housed in a former plumber’s shop that pairs craft beer, wine and a simple snack menu of hot dogs and pretzels with a friendly, retro atmosphere. Open daily from noon with later weekend hours, it regularly hosts pinball tournaments and maintains a rotating collection of about ten classic and modern machines. Recent machines listed include Ali, Eight Ball Deluxe, Pulp Fiction (SE), Radical!, Stars, Taxi, Theatre of Magic, Title Fight, White Water; selections may change, so expect a shifting lineup on each visit.

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.

The Juke Joint at 735 N Anaheim Blvd in Anaheim, CA is a lively, late‑night bar and music venue with a full cocktail program, dozens of beers on draft, jukebox, pool, darts, karaoke and regular DJs that keep a fun, dive‑bar vibe year‑round; patrons praise the atmosphere, drink selection and friendly staff. The bar also hosts a rotating lineup of pinball machines for players, including Foo Fighters (Pro), John Wick (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Premium) and Deadpool (Pro), making it a popular spot for pinball enthusiasts in Anaheim.

Musée Mécanique, located at Pier 45 Shed A at the end of Taylor Street in Fisherman's Wharf, is a family‑owned penny arcade and mechanical museum founded in 1933 with a collection of 300‑plus playable coin‑operated machines. The venue maintains a rotating pinball selection — Addams Family, Fun Land, Indiana Jones: The Pinball Adventure, Olympics, Pirates of the Caribbean, Road Race, Sing Along, Star Wars (Pro), Upper Deck — and is open daily 10:00 AM–8:00 PM for visitors to play originals and vintage arcade favorites.

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.

Coin-Op Game Room Gaslamp at 789 Sixth Ave in San Diego is a lively bar-style pinball arcade in the Gaslamp Quarter that features a rotating lineup of nine pinball machines alongside classic arcade cabinets, a pizza-forward menu, signature cocktails, daily specials and private-party/reservation options, making it a top spot for groups and events. Guests praise its nostalgic gaming atmosphere, affordable drinks and coin-operated play with change machines available, and reviewers consistently highlight the fun, social vibe and solid food and drink offerings on Yelp.