Pinball in Pennsylvania

Pinball Perfection at 231 Perry Highway in Westview, PA is a museum-style pinball and vintage game center housing over 350 pinball machines across multiple floors alongside skee‑ball, air hockey and other old‑school arcade titles, with a dedicated museum upstairs showcasing woodrail classics through modern machines. Visitors praise its vast, well-curated collection and knowledgeable staff; the long-running venue (est. 1991) maintains weekday hours, hosts a popular Friday pinball league and tournaments, and offers on-site repairs, parts and sales frequently mentioned in reviews.

Game Gallery at 140 N Pine St in Langhorne, PA is a lively pinball and retro video-game arcade with skee‑ball and tournament play, boasting a rotating collection of 84 pinball machines alongside classic arcade cabinets and modern video games. All machines are set to free play under a simple hourly admission model, making it easy to try a wide variety of titles in one visit. Visitors praise the friendly staff, upbeat atmosphere, and regular league and tournament events that keep the local pinball community active and engaged.

Pinball Gallery at 81 Lancaster Ave in Malvern, PA is a family- and kid-friendly retro arcade focused on pinball, offering a rotating collection of more than 80 machines alongside classic video games with many machines set to free-play—ideal for casual visits, tournaments, and vintage-arcade enthusiasts. The clean, spacious venue is consistently praised for friendly staff, great value, and a nostalgia-rich selection and posts its current evening and weekend hours on the official site.

Pittsburgh Pinball Dojo in Bellevue (2 N Balph Ave) is a family- and kid-friendly pinball and retro arcade featuring nearly 60 machines—from vintage 1950s titles to modern games—alongside classic arcade cabinets, pool, darts and ping-pong across two event spaces, making it a popular spot for casual play, tournaments and private events. All games are typically set to unlimited free play during open sessions; admission is commonly $15 for non-league players (league nights often have discounted entry), and the venue is BYOB and welcomes outside food. The Dojo usually operates a few weeknights a week with hours commonly around 6–11 PM on open nights—check their schedule before visiting.

Meadows Lanes Bowling at 210 Racetrack Rd inside Hollywood Casino at The Meadows offers the Starport Arcade — a 24-hour arcade attached to modern bowling lanes and private party spaces with a mix of classic and contemporary games and entertainment options. It also hosts a large pinball collection (44 machines currently listed) with games available for about $1 per play, making it a popular stop for pinball enthusiasts and families visiting the casino complex.

Velum Fermentation is a community-focused brewcade and arcade brewery at 2120 Jane Street in Pittsburgh’s South Side, pairing a rotating lineup of house-brewed beers with indoor pickleball courts, skee‑ball, ping‑pong and a large, well-maintained pinball collection (40+ machines), creating a lively taproom destination for gamers and craft-beer fans. They host regular events, food trucks and private bookings, and reviewers commonly praise the friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere and unique mix of games and brews while noting the venue can get busy during special events.

Retro Arcade at Vaporosity in Sharon, PA (138 W State St) is a pinball- and tournament-focused arcade tucked inside the Vaporosity vape and retro-media shop, offering roughly 40 quarter-play machines in a welcoming, all-ages space. The venue hosts IFPA-ranked tournaments and features a back-room collection that mixes modern and classic titles; visitors frequently praise the friendly staff and unique, tucked-away pinball experience that makes it a regional destination for players.

Helicon Brewing at 102 Union Ave in Oakdale is a 15-barrel production microbrewery and taproom that doubles as a lively brewcade—situated right on the Panhandle Trail with ample outdoor seating and a large parking lot, offering a rotating lineup of house and guest craft beers (and occasional meads). The venue is known for its tournament-friendly pinball focus, hosting events and food trucks while running a rotating collection of approximately 45 pinball machines for casual play and competitive nights. Locals and visitors praise the friendly staff, strong beer selection and fun atmosphere on review sites, making Helicon a popular stop for gamers, beer enthusiasts and trail users alike.

Tokens Arcade at 18 Chesapeake St in Lyndora, PA is a family‑owned, kid‑friendly retro arcade and pinball hub featuring an ever‑growing collection of over 30 pinball machines alongside classic video cabinets and attractions like a NEO·GEO, a multicade with 1,000+ games, skee‑ball, air hockey and claw/prize machines, perfect for families, collectors and tournament players. Most games are on free‑play (with the claw and select skill/prize machines requiring coins), the venue is BYOB, and it runs public play nights Wednesdays and Fridays while offering affordable private‑party rentals and organized tournaments. Locals praise its nostalgic, friendly atmosphere and curated pinball lineup—roughly 30 machines including The Hobbit, Attack From Mars, Tales From the Crypt and Lord of the Rings—making Tokens a small‑town destination for retro gaming near Butler, PA.

Herbal Equipment And Distribution, located at 1401 2nd Ave in Duncansville, PA, is a combined smoke shop and retail location that also operates a pinball arcade, advertising roughly 40 machines alongside its glassware, vaporizers and accessories. The Duncansville shop is a casual hangout popular for coin-operated pinball (real quarters), music and game-room vibes—locals note pool, darts and a large pinball selection as highlights of the space.

The KavaKade at 701 Quail Ave in Altoona, PA is a unique local spot combining a kava and kratom bar with a dedicated pinball arcade, offering a casual, social atmosphere and a rotating collection of 27 pinball machines for players of all skill levels. The venue features a mix of modern Sterns and classic titles, hosts regular tournaments and community events, and serves as a regional hub for pinball enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.

Pins Mechanical Co. (Pittsburgh) at 407 Cinema Dr in SouthSide Works is a lively arcade bar blending duckpin bowling, bocce, ping-pong, retro video games and a rotating lineup of 24 classic pinball machines with craft cocktails, local beers and a casual, social atmosphere; most small arcade games are free while pinball, duckpin, bubble hockey, foosball and ping-pong typically require payment, and the venue is family-friendly earlier in the day but enforces 21+ after 9pm. Visitors regularly praise the fun, nostalgic game selection and upbeat vibe in local reviews, making it a popular spot for groups, date nights and birthday parties in SouthSide Works

Bartari at 101 Adams Ave in downtown Scranton is a retro‑inspired social gathering spot that blends a restaurant, full bar, and arcade with pool tables and skee‑ball, offering both family‑friendly daytime fun and 21+ nightlife options. The venue features nearly 50 vintage, restored arcade cabinets and games and maintains 24 pinball machines, making it a standout pinball and retro‑gaming destination in the area. Guests cite the nostalgic game lineup, rotating craft beers and a creative pub-style menu as reasons it’s popular for group nights, date nights and fans of classic arcade culture.

Timeline Arcade - York at 54 W Market St in York, PA is a family- and kid-friendly retro arcade and pool-hall-style game room that celebrates 80s and vintage gaming with an old-school atmosphere; the downtown location is part of Timeline Arcade’s network and is promoted as the largest retro arcade in south-central Pennsylvania with 300+ classic arcade and pinball games spanning the 1970s–2000s. The venue features a dedicated pinball area with 23 pinball machines on the floor, a mix of video and pinball titles, party/event rental options, and straightforward pay-as-you-play or all-day pricing (reported around $10/hour or $25/day), and is frequently praised in reviews for its massive game selection and friendly staff.

Fizzy’s Arcade at 4770 PA‑405 in Milton, PA is a retro, family‑friendly arcade and pinball destination run by owners Bret and Christina Anderson that recreates an ’80s–’90s nostalgic vibe for gamers of all ages. Admission is typically a pay‑one‑price of $15 for all‑day free play on dozens of classic and modern arcade cabinets, console stations, and an ever‑changing pinball roster (about 22 machines) that includes modern Pro titles like King Kong, Foo Fighters, Godzilla, Metallica and Stranger Things alongside classics such as Comet and King Pin. The arcade offers pinball tournaments, private party packages, a snack bar (specialty sodas), space for families and groups, and weekend hours (Fri evening, Sat noon–midnight, Sun noon–8pm), making it a popular local spot for nostalgia, events, and competitive play in central Pennsylvania.

Verdetto's Bar & Restaurant at 814 Madison Ave on Pittsburgh’s North Side is a laid‑back neighborhood pub known for cold beer, friendly bartenders, plenty of TVs and an easygoing, service‑industry crowd that enjoys occasional live music and events. The bar is prized for its sizable game room—boasting a rotating collection of 20+ pinball machines (current list supplied) alongside darts, pool and ping‑pong—making it a popular spot for game nights and casual gatherings.

Timeline Arcade at 22 Carlisle St in downtown Hanover, PA is a retro-focused arcade and pinball hall featuring a rotating collection of classic and modern arcade cabinets and 20 pinball machines (current machine inventory is maintained by the venue), offering an all-ages nostalgic play experience in a roomy location with free rear parking. The arcade operates on paid admission for unlimited play, is noted for BYOB on weekends and friendly staff, and earns strong local reviews for its large selection of games and good value.

Victory Pointe Arcade at 1113 E Carson St in Pittsburgh is a family-friendly, token-operated arcade featuring a mix of classic and modern video games, a dance machine, and a curated 21-machine pinball collection. Tokens are 2 for $1 with bonus tokens on larger purchases, and visitors frequently praise the friendly staff, well-maintained machines, and nostalgic favorites—reviewers specifically note standout pinballs like Wizard of Oz and Doctor Who.

MOM's Organic Market (Abington) at 925 Easton Road in Roslyn/Abington, PA features a tucked-away retro arcade inside the grocery store with a rotating collection of 17 well-maintained pinball machines and a handful of classic video cabinets, offering a family- and kid-friendly spot for quick plays during a shopping trip. All games are reported to be 50¢ per play with a functional change machine on site, and reviewers frequently note clean, cared-for machines and a welcoming atmosphere for casual players and pinball enthusiasts alike.

Coop DeVille at 2305 Smallman St in Pittsburgh’s Strip District is a southern-table restaurant, bar and entertainment space that pairs fried-chicken-forward comfort food and cocktails with duckpin bowling, pool, dozens of classic arcade cabinets and a lively coin-operated game room. Its pinball lineup includes classics and modern favorites such as Addams Family, Aerosmith (Pro), Avengers: Infinity Quest, Black Knight Sword of Rage (Pro), Creature from the Black Lagoon, Dialed In, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Pro), Family Guy, Fish Tales, Funhouse Remake - Classic Edition, Godzilla, James Bond 007 (Pro), Jaws 50th Anniversary Premium, King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), Led Zeppelin (Pro), Medieval Madness, Monster Bash, Rush (Pro), Shadow, Star Wars: Fall of the Empire (Pro), Stranger Things (Pro), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro), The Mandalorian (Pro), The Walking Dead (LE), Venom (Pro) and WWE Wrestlemania (Pro), making it a must-visit spot for pinball enthusiasts and groups looking for food, drinks and arcade fun.

Wye Beer Co., located at 3 Forbes Rd in Trafford, PA, is a craft brewery and taproom with a full kitchen, indoor and outdoor seating, live music and a private-event room, offering a welcoming spot for locals and visitors to enjoy house beers and food alongside community events. The venue also features a sizable pinball arcade of 16 machines for walk-in play and group nights, combining craft beer and gaming for a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.

Back to the Arcade at 3300 Lehigh St in Allentown, PA is a family‑owned, retro‑themed arcade featuring classic late‑70s to early‑90s video games and a rotating collection of 16 pinball machines (750, 3799, 3227, 691, 3673, 3431, 3255, 721, 3099, 3641, 3169, 2875, 708, 3415, 3288, 3280); visitors praise the friendly owners and well‑maintained machines, and the venue is known for offering unlimited‑play access under a flat admission model for a fun, family‑friendly pinball and arcade experience.

CoinTaker / Rt 61 Pinbar at 1437 PA‑61 in Sunbury, PA is a family‑run pinball bar and CoinTaker showroom that pairs a pinball dealer/repair shop with a casual bar‑arcade serving pizza, sandwiches and drinks. The token‑operated game room features roughly 15–16 modern and classic pinball machines on-site, accepts appointments for play, and doubles as CoinTaker’s local distribution/repair hub for pinball equipment.

Mayhem Amusements Arcade at 508 Main St in Stroudsburg is a compact, retro-focused coin-operated arcade in the Poconos offering about 15 pinball machines alongside classic video games, rentals for events, and regular community tournaments; the business highlights well-maintained machines, friendly staff and budget-friendly coin-drop play. The pinball lineup includes Attack From Mars (Remake), Deadpool (Premium), Demolition Man, Firepower, Future Spa, Gladiators, Godzilla (Premium), High Roller Casino, John Wick (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), Totem, Uncanny X‑Men (Premium) and other rotating titles noted by pinball enthusiasts for their condition and playability.

Helltown Taproom Houston, located at 101 W Pike St in Houston, PA, is Helltown Brewing’s local taproom offering a rotating lineup of its craft beers in a relaxed, community-focused setting with regular hours and seasonal events; the taproom is also known for its gaming offerings, hosting a diverse collection of 14 pinball machines that make it a popular stop for beer lovers and pinball enthusiasts alike.

Barcade Center City at 1326 Chestnut St in Philadelphia is a lively arcade bar for adults that pairs a rotating lineup of classic video games with a focused pinball room of 14 machines, plus craft beer, burgers and pub fare—ideal for nostalgic gameplay, date nights, or group outings. The Center City location keeps an up-to-date games list and events calendar on its site, and guests commonly praise the retro game selection and drink variety while noting typical bar pricing and busy weekend crowds.

Rezzanine Esports in Bridgeville, PA (1025 Washington Pike) is a modern pinball arcade and esports lounge located on the second level of Phoenix Theatres Luxury 14+PTX. The venue features a 13-machine pinball collection plus PCs, consoles, classic arcade cabinets and board games, and hosts private events and parties for groups and tournaments. Customers praise the friendly staff, fair pricing and lively gaming atmosphere in online reviews, making it a popular spot for casual players and competitive gamers alike.

Apis Mead & Winery at 206 Mary St in Carnegie is a contemporary meadery known as Pittsburgh’s first meadery, pouring 25+ meads on draft and 35+ bottled varieties made with locally sourced honey, with ample indoor and outdoor seating, regular live music and a rotating schedule of food trucks that create a lively weekend scene. The welcoming, dog‑friendly taproom also features a games area with 13 pinball machines and a shelf of board games, earning strong local reviews for its atmosphere, staff and drink selection—an excellent spot for tastings, date nights, and casual group outings.

X-Golf Chester Springs at 12 Pottstown Pike in Chester Springs, PA is a modern indoor golf entertainment venue featuring six state-of-the-art simulators, a full bar and food menu, leagues and PGA-certified lessons, event and party space for up to 75 guests, free Wi‑Fi and on-site parking, and is highly rated by customers on its location page. According to the provided data the location also maintains a pinball collection of eleven machines, though the venue’s website does not list the machine names.

Four Seasons Brewing Company, Inc., at 745 Lloyd Ave Ext in Latrobe, PA, is a community-focused microbrewery and pub with an on-site taproom and wood-fired Harvest Kitchen offering a rotating selection of house and guest drafts. The taproom hosts live music and regular events that locals highlight for a friendly, cozy atmosphere and solid craft-beer lineup. In addition to food and rotating beers, the venue features a collection of 12 pinball machines and arcade seating, making it a popular spot for game nights, casual gatherings, and weekend outings according to reviews and photos.