Pinball in Montana

GILD is a locally owned brewpub at 515 South Higgins Ave in Missoula’s historic Butterfly Building, offering a rotating selection of craft beers on tap and a menu of small plates across three distinct floors. The basement houses a cozy arcade bar filled with classic pinball machines and arcade cabinets set against old river rock walls and brick floors, a popular spot for casual nights and private events. Current pinball roster includes 3076, 3680, 703, 2923, 1335, 3267, 962, 778, 697, 682, 665, 3738, 3288, 3432, 3254, and 3799.

OddPitch Brewing at 1200 West Kent Ave (Suite 103) in Missoula is a taproom-focused craft brewery that pairs house-brewed beers with a rotating, over-a-dozen collection of pinball machines plus board and video games, creating a lively spot for players and groups alike. The taproom runs weekly Sunday pinball tournaments with no entry fee and offers the space for private rentals and events. Guests have noted the pinball machines sometimes carry an age restriction (16+) while non-alcoholic options are available, so check policies before bringing children.

Lewis & Clark Brewing Co. at 1517 Dodge Ave in Helena, MT is a well-established brewery and taproom known for a rotating beer lineup and an active Tap Room venue that supports live music and community events. The Tap Room features a dedicated game room with a robust pinball collection (about 12 machines) and an all-you-can-play wristband special on Monday and Tuesday for $10, making it a great spot for pinball fans. Visitors praise the friendly staff, lively atmosphere and on-site pizza, and the brewery maintains a broad selection of flagship and rotating beers on tap alongside regular events that keep the calendar full. Current pinball machines listed: 3271, 3799, 3673, 3169, 2924, 679, 3415, 759.

Sidequest Arcade Bar at 2 5th St S in downtown Great Falls, MT is the city's first and only dedicated arcade bar, a must-stop spot for locals and visitors alike. The venue features pinball alongside air hockey, racing and a mix of classic and modern arcade games, and pairs a full bar with food offerings and rotating drink specials promoted on its site and social pages. Current pinball machines on site are listed as 3254, 3289, 3620, 651, 3673, and 3423.

Dusty Star Saloon and Smokehouse at 2205 U.S. 93 S in Kalispell, MT is a casual smokehouse and saloon known for smoked meats prepared on a state‑of‑the‑art smoker and a full bar. The family‑friendly venue offers event space, weekly live music and an arcade room with casino games, and it maintains a seven‑machine pinball collection (3022, 2165, 3227, 3738, 3416, 2203, 3290).

Gunsight Saloon at 624 Nucleus Ave in downtown Columbia Falls, Montana, occupies a historic downtown building and reopened in June 2018 with a refreshed, old‑school western vibe that blends casual dining and nightlife for locals and visitors alike. The venue features two bars, a spacious patio, comfort‑style bar food, about twenty beers on draft plus wine and cocktails, and regular live music; kitchen hours are evenings on weekdays and midday through evening on weekends, and the Saloon markets itself as family‑friendly with no pets allowed. The bar also hosts a small pinball collection—six machines in total, with current machine IDs listed as 723, 3799, 3167 and 764—making it a fun stop for pinball fans. Gunsight is a well‑rated local bar & grill with consistently positive reviews from patrons on platforms like TripAdvisor and Yelp.

Godfather's Pizza in Billings at 905 Main St is a family-friendly pizzeria known for its thick‑crust and specialty pies—especially a popular taco pizza—and features an on-site game room that complements dine-in service for kids and adults alike. The venue advertises a small pinball collection (five machines) and is listed on pinball play maps, making it a local spot for retro-arcade fans and families looking for pizza and games in Billings.

Kaboom at 901 9th St N Suite B in Great Falls, MT is a family entertainment center and arcade featuring laser tag, a redemption arcade, a large inflatable park and ninja course, VR suites, axe‑throwing lanes and party packages—making it a popular choice for families and group events. The arcade also includes four pinball machines alongside redemption and video games, adding classic coin‑op fun to the venue's mix of activities for all ages.

Sunset Bowl in Billings, MT (1625 Central Ave) is a 24-lane bowling center with a full bar, snack bar, Bowler’s Edge pro shop, league play, a banquet room and private-party packages, plus weekend disco bowling and open-bowling sessions for families and groups. The venue also offers four pinball machines on the floor — Deadpool (LE), Godzilla (Pro), James Bond 007 (Pro) and Venom (Pro) — making it a lively stop for both bowlers and pinball enthusiasts.

The Remington Bar at 130 Central Ave in downtown Whitefish, MT is a historic, energetic bar and casino and popular local hangout known for live music, a long wooden bar and a lively downtown atmosphere It features a games area with Buck Hunter, pool, live poker and a small pinball collection—five machines (IDs 3519, 3422, 3128, 3169, 3432)—and consistently strong guest reviews praising its music, food and atmosphere