Pinball in Louisiana

Wayback's Arcade in Pineville, LA (1305 Military Hwy) is Louisiana’s largest free‑play classic arcade, featuring over 150 arcade cabinets, a well‑over‑a‑dozen pinball collection (the provided list includes 18 pinball machines) and an all‑day pay‑per‑person freeplay pass (around $13 + tax) that lets guests play arcade, console and rhythm games without quarters for the day. Visit for family‑friendly fun with pizza, wings, Blue Bell ice cream, free Wi‑Fi, comfy seating, rentable party rooms and late weekend hours, and follow their active Facebook page for updates and events.

Bayou Teche Brewing in Arnaudville, LA is a highly rated craft brewery and taproom that pairs Louisiana-style beers with wood-fired pizza and ample indoor/outdoor seating, praised by customers for its friendly atmosphere and service. The taproom hosts live music and community pinball events and features a rotating collection of vintage and modern machines including Bomb The Axis Rats, Special Force Girls, Joker, making it a popular stop for both beer lovers and pinball enthusiasts.

Emporium New Orleans at 2231 St Claude Ave is a lively arcade-bar and event venue with a full bar, craft beer, pool tables, skee‑ball and a broad mix of retro and modern arcade games that make it a popular nightlife and group spot in the St. Claude corridor. The venue maintains eight pinball machines — including Godzilla (Pro), The Mandalorian (Pro), The Simpsons, Fish Tales, Police Force, South Park, World Poker Tour and Avengers: Infinity Quest — offering well-kept machines, affordable play pricing and an energetic, social atmosphere for both pinball enthusiasts and casual players.

Mystic Krewe Pinball Parlor is housed inside the historic Broad Theater at 636 N Broad St in New Orleans, offering a welcoming, family- and kid-friendly arcade that combines vintage and modern pinball with video games and bar service in a retro, tournament-ready setting The parlor features a compact, rotating collection of seven pinball machines spanning titles from the 1980s to current releases and is appreciated by locals for its nostalgic atmosphere and approachable vibe.

Shananigans at 717 N 6th St in Monroe, LA is a laid-back pool hall and bar with a friendly, dive-style vibe that locals praise for cold drinks, good food and welcoming staff, making it a popular late-night hangout for residents and visitors alike The venue's pinball lineup includes Deadpool (Pro), Foo Fighters (Pro), Godzilla (Pro), John Wick (Pro), Star Wars: Fall of the Empire (Pro) and Venom (Pro), offering modern Stern Pro machines for casual play

Rendezvous Tavern at 3101 Magazine St in New Orleans is a longtime uptown neighborhood bar (est. 1969) known for late hours, an extensive beer and seltzer selection, regular food pop-ups, multiple TVs for sports, and dog‑friendly indoor/outdoor patios. Inside the venue is a dedicated pinball room currently hosting four machines — Guns N' Roses (SE), The Mandalorian (Premium), Rush (Premium) and Jaws (Pro) — alongside pool, darts and video poker for a lively local hangout.

Port Orleans Brewing Co., at 4124 Tchoupitoulas St in Uptown New Orleans, is a local craft brewery and lively taproom offering a rotating lineup of New Orleans–style beers, a spacious indoor/outdoor taproom and on-site food by AVOTACO, with hours, events and brewery details listed on its website. Guests consistently praise the friendly staff, tasty beers and food in reviews, making it a popular spot for gatherings and casual nights out. The venue also features a small pinball setup (four machines on record) with the current inventory including machines 3169 and 3023, combining craft beer with laid-back arcade fun.

New Orleans Hamburger & Seafood Co at 4141 St. Charles Ave in Uptown is a casual, family-friendly spot serving generous portions of classic New Orleans burgers, po'boys and seafood with menu and hours listed on the restaurant's site. Patrons frequently praise items like chargrilled oysters and fried soft‑shell crab while noting generally solid service in reviews on Yelp and TripAdvisor. The Uptown location also maintains a small public pinball collection—Pinball Map lists four machines at this address and records Deadpool (Premium) as a recently removed title—adding casual arcade fun to the dining experience.

NOLA Brewing Company at 3001 Tchoupitoulas St in New Orleans is a two-story craft brewery and taproom in the Irish Channel offering 20+ beers on tap, NYC-style pizza, a roof deck and regular events that create a lively neighborhood atmosphere. The venue also features a small pinball selection (four machines total; current machines listed as 3673 and 2353), pairing casual arcade fun with well-regarded local brews and food—popular with both locals and visitors according to customer reviews.