Pinball in Georgia

The Pinball Palace at 3303 Hopkins Ave in Brunswick, GA is a family-friendly pinball museum and retro arcade offering free-play pinball and classic arcade games in a clean, kid-friendly space with a large bounce-house area, beer and soda for sale, and monthly IFPA/Stern Army tournaments; admission is pay-by-the-hour or all-day (all games on free play) with published hours Wed–Thu 12–8, Fri 12–10, Sat 10–10 and Sun 2–6, and the venue is highly rated for its staff, selection and value.

Retro City Arcade at 4446 Washington Rd in Evans, GA is a roomy, 5,000+ sq ft pinball and video game arcade that uses time-based admission with all machines set to free play so guests can enjoy games without quarters or per-play costs. The venue features an extensive collection—roughly 49–50 pinball machines alongside dozens of classic and modern arcade cabinets—with titles spanning vintage 1960s machines through recent 2024 releases. Visitors frequently note reasonable pricing, a large party room, and friendly staff, making it a popular spot for nostalgia-driven gamers and group outings in the Augusta/Evans area.

Portal Pinball Arcade in Acworth, GA (3335 Cobb Pkwy Suite 800) is a family-friendly retro pinball arcade and arcade bar offering 60+ pinball machines and dozens of classic arcade games on free play included with admission, plus craft beer, wine, cider and mead on tap—ideal for families, date nights, tournaments and private events. Visitors consistently praise the well-cared-for machines and friendly staff on Yelp, and the venue hosts regular events like tournaments, ladies nights and private rentals.

Vertigo Pinball at 322 W Main Street in downtown Blue Ridge, GA is a family- and kid-friendly arcade bar and cidercade featuring a rotating collection of about 35 pinball machines alongside classic video games, a full bar with regional craft beers and frozen drinks, and a small menu of hot dogs and paninis. Play is typically offered via hourly or daily admission (commonly reported around $12/hour or $20/day), and guests frequently praise the friendly service and welcoming atmosphere for visitors of all ages.

Schoolhouse Brewing at 840 Franklin Ct in Marietta is a lively neighborhood brewery and taproom that pours a rotating lineup of small‑batch, in‑house beers, embraces an open‑source recipe approach, and hosts regular events like trivia, live music, comedy and food trucks in a spacious indoor/outdoor setting. The venue’s game‑filled atmosphere — with couches, ping‑pong, foosball and a dedicated pinball area housing 19 machines — makes it a popular spot for groups and private events, and guests frequently praise the friendly staff and relaxing patio.

Melt Yard in Marietta at 800 Whitlock Ave NW is a retro restaurant‑bar‑arcade that hosts one of Georgia’s larger pinball collections — 16 machines, some dating back to the 1970s — plus classic arcade cabinets and a claw game for added fun. The casual menu spotlights burgers, melts, tacos and creative cocktails in a music‑video‑lit dining room, making it a popular hangout for groups and families. Guests and reviewers frequently note the lively, nostalgic atmosphere and friendly service, making Melt Yard a go‑to for nostalgic gaming paired with modern pub fare in Burnt Hickory Village.

My Parents' Basement at 22 N Avondale Rd in Avondale Estates is a neighborhood barcade and comic-book shop that pairs a full taproom and creative pub menu with a rotating collection of 17 pinball machines, offering a relaxed retro vibe for collectors and casual players alike. Known for its strong craft-beer selection, friendly service and curated comics alongside arcade games, the venue receives consistently positive local reviews praising its pinball variety and atmosphere.

The Blue Ghost Arcade in Woodstock, GA, at 164 Towne Lake Parkway is a pay-to-enter, free-play gaming spot featuring retro arcade cabinets, consoles and a rotating collection of 12 pinball machines; the venue offers an all-day pass (around $18) and monthly pass and posts hours and admission details on its website. Guests and reviewers highlight the nostalgic, community-focused atmosphere and solid game variety—especially the pinball row—while noting generally well-maintained machines with occasional downtime reported in reviews.

The Portal at 408 W Broughton St in Savannah, GA is a lively arcade-cafe-bar that pairs a rotating mix of vintage and modern arcade and pinball machines with a daytime family-friendly cafe (coffee and sandwiches) and a late-night bar vibe, plus pool tables and a broad beer selection, making it a popular spot for affordable gameplay and late hours. Featured pinball machines include AC/DC (Premium), Batman 66 (Premium), Black Knight Sword of Rage (Premium), Cactus Canyon (Remake - Special Edition), Deadpool (Pro), Ghostbusters (Pro), Godzilla (Premium), Hot Wheels, James Bond 007 (Premium), Led Zeppelin (Pro), Rush (LE), Star Wars (Pro), Stranger Things (Pro), Toy Story 4 (LE).

Graveface Museum at 410 East Factors Walk in Savannah is a cult-classic oddities museum showcasing true crime, UFO and sideshow artifacts, roadside Americana and a gift shop of curiosities that delivers a hands-on, macabre experience. Admission includes access to a horror-themed pinball pit where machines are set to free play and currently include Addams Family, Bone Busters Inc., Bram Stoker's Dracula, Centaur, Creature from the Black Lagoon, Dracula, Elvira and the Party Monsters, Freddy: A Nightmare on Elm Street, Gorgar, Haunted House, Monster Bash, Phantom of the Opera, Pinbot and Tales from the Crypt.

The Escape Gamebar at 1441 Dresden Dr #230 in Brookhaven (Atlanta) is an intimate arcade-bar housed inside the Time to Escape escape-room venue, offering a reloadable game card, classic arcade and light‑gun games, claw machines and roughly a dozen pinball machines for casual play and group outings. The venue regularly hosts pinball tournaments and a Monday-night pinball league, making it a local hub for both competitive and social pinball players.

The Battlegrounds Games & Comics at 2708 Airport Rd in Dalton, GA is a large games-and-collectibles shop and WPN Premium retailer specializing in new and vintage video games, board games, comics, action figures and vintage toys, with regular events and a broad collector inventory that serves northwest Georgia enthusiasts. It also operates a small game floor with arcade cabinets and is listed as hosting 10 pinball machines—visitors praise the friendly staff and well-maintained, premium machines, making it a popular stop for pinball play, tabletop gaming and collectors in the area.

Solar Slice Pizza - Marietta at 497 Cobb Pkwy SE serves stone‑oven specialty pies, rotating slice options and a local beer selection in a vibrant, retro arcade setting praised for its crunchy crust, generous portions and friendly service. The venue’s pinball lineup includes Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro), Dungeons and Dragons, Taxi, Total Nuclear Annihilation, Attack From Mars, PIN‑BOT, Meteor, The Mandalorian (Pro), Eight Ball Deluxe, making it a popular spot for family outings, date nights and pinball enthusiasts alike.

Justice Arcade at Super Heroes Comics and Games in Newnan, GA (66 Bullsboro Dr) is a pinball-focused arcade located inside Super Heroes Comics, operated by Justice Pinball and sharing the comic shop’s hours and community-oriented vibe. The venue offers a rotating collection of 16 machines spanning the 1960s through the 2010s and unlimited-play pricing; the current lineup includes Indiana Jones: The Pinball Adventure, Star Wars Episode 1, The Who's Tommy Pinball Wizard, Walking Dead, Space Station, Transformers, Class of 1812, Terminator 3, Volcano, Fish Tales, Rollercoaster Tycoon, North Star, Star Trek Pro, Cactus Jack's, Atlantis, and Austin Powers. Justice Arcade is a friendly local destination for pinball enthusiasts in Newnan and South Atlanta, with flexible play options and a team that also buys machines for collectors.

Level Up Games at 3700 Satellite Blvd #9A in Duluth, GA is a large, community-focused tabletop game store offering trading-card games, board games, RPGs, miniatures, hobby supplies, puzzles and gifts, with regular events, open-play space and friendly staff. The Duluth location also features pinball machines for casual play (five on-site), hosts weekly events and seasonal promotions, and is regularly praised by customers for its size and welcoming atmosphere.

Starland Lounge & Lanes at 145 E Clayton St in downtown Athens combines a neighborhood bar and grill with four duckpin bowling lanes, an upstairs event space, an extensive Georgia craft beer and bourbon list, and a casual menu favored by locals and visitors, creating a lively spot for groups, parties, and after-hours fun Pinball fans will find a small, eclectic collection featuring Ski-Doo 23, Time Machine, Eros One, Diamond Ball, Sweet Sioux

Manuel's Tavern, a family‑owned Poncey–Highland neighborhood bar and restaurant at 602 North Highland Ave NE in Atlanta, blends old‑school pub grub, dozens of beers on tap and a welcoming, historic tavern atmosphere with a small arcade area and coin‑operated pinball for casual play. The current pinball lineup includes Deadpool (Pro), Godzilla (Premium), JAWS (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (LE), and Rush (LE), with machine status and play details listed on Pinball Map.

Rock House at 1518 Butler Avenue in Tybee Island is a lively bar-and-grill with big screens, live music and a casual, family-friendly atmosphere noted for tasty burgers and seafood and an on-site arcade that complements its rock‑and‑roll vibe. The venue hosts a rotating coin‑op pinball collection and casual play pricing; machines listed there include Avengers: Infinity Quest, Guns N' Roses (LE), Led Zeppelin (Premium), Munsters (Pro), Popeye Saves the Earth, Sharkey's Shootout and Star Wars Episode I.

Morty's Meat & Supply at 5509 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd in Dunwoody Village is a casual North‑meets‑South BBQ restaurant known for smoked brisket, pulled pork, hearty sides, craft cocktails and ice‑cold beer paired with a lively, family‑friendly bar atmosphere. On-site pinball games include Avengers: Infinity Quest (Pro), Foo Fighters (Pro), JAWS (Pro), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro). The location regularly runs events and promotions such as trivia nights and hour‑long pinball deals—check their events page or social channels for current specials.