Pinball in Texas
Texas is a big state with a lot to offer. One of its most unique features is its vibrant pinball community. Pinball fans from all over the state come together for conventions like the Texas Pinball Festival, where they can play the latest games and meet like-minded people. The community offers a great sense of camaraderie and support, and it's one of the things that makes Texas so special. In addition to the pinball scene, Texas also has a lot to offer in terms of history, culture, and natural beauty. From the Alamo to the Big Bend National Park, there's something for everyone in Texas. So whether you're a pinball fan or not, there's sure to be something that'll pique your interest in this great state.
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Poison Girl
Houston, TX 77006
Houston
Texas
TX
77006
Poison Girl is a 21+ dive bar and dog‑friendly arcade at 1641 Westheimer Rd Suite B in Houston that pairs a full cocktail and whiskey-focused bar with a backyard patio and an eclectic, punk‑leaning atmosphere; patrons enjoy rotating local drafts, late‑night hours, and ten well-maintained pinball machines. The pinball lineup includes Elvira's House of Horrors (Premium Edition), Godzilla (Pro), Indianapolis 500, Jaws (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), Mata Hari (rethemed Old Overholt), Playboy, Pulp Fiction (SE), Star Trek (Pro), Stranger Things (Premium).
Tornado Terry's
Keller, TX 76244
Keller
Texas
TX
76244
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Tornado Terry's in Keller, Texas, at 4530 Keller Hicks Rd. is a family-owned amusement center and classic arcade that combines an all-you-can-play video game area with token-based pinball and redemption games, plus pool and air hockey for parties and families. Visitors praise its friendly staff, strong value for family outings and birthday parties, and a mix of retro and newer arcade attractions with snacks and prize redemption options. The pinball lineup includes Addams Family, Getaway: High Speed II, The Machine: Bride of Pin‑Bot, Scared Stiff, Star Wars (Pro), and Whirlwind.
Hamby's
Boerne, TX 78006
Boerne
Texas
TX
78006
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Hamby's at 437 S Main St in Boerne is a family-owned craft brewery and smash-burger shop that pairs milkshakes and a retro, diner-style atmosphere with an indoor pinball arcade. Guests praise the nostalgic vibe, comfort food, and friendly service in reviews, and note the pinball selection and casual, family-friendly environment as highlights. The arcade features vintage and classic titles including Black Hole, The Getaway: High Speed II, Lost World, Solar Fire, and White Water.
Nickelrama Firewheel
Garland, TX 75040
Garland
Texas
TX
75040
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Nickelrama Firewheel at 3046 Lavon Drive in Garland, TX is a family-friendly arcade featuring games played with real nickels, affordable group and birthday party packages, and the ability to bring your own food for events — the Firewheel location opened in 2017 and emphasizes clean, safe fun for all ages.Reviews note a well-maintained, value-focused experience with friendly staff and plenty of space for parties.The pinball lineup has included Aerosmith (Pro), Batman 66 (Premium), Black Knight Sword of Rage (Pro), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Pro), Jurassic Park (Pro), Munsters (Pro), Spider-Man VE, Star Wars (Pro).
8th Wonder Brewery
Houston, TX 77003
Houston
Texas
TX
77003
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8th Wonder Brewery at 2202 Dallas St in Houston is a warehouse-style taproom and brewery known for its lively industrial atmosphere, communal seating, rotating craft beers and status as a popular pre-game destination for nearby stadiums. The taproom features a bank of public pinball machines including Avengers: Infinity Quest (Pro), Creature from the Black Lagoon, Godzilla (Pro), Metallica (Pro), Rick and Morty (Blood Suckers Edition), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro), The Simpsons Pinball Party, Uncanny X-Men (Pro).
Space Monkey Barrcade
Edinburg, TX 78539
Edinburg
Texas
TX
78539
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Space Monkey Barrcade at 1204 E Canton Rd in Edinburg, TX is an 80s–90s themed free‑play retro arcade and bar with a kitchen, offering classic video games alongside a rotating selection of vintage and modern pinball machines. Typically opening around 4 PM and welcoming all ages until it becomes 18+ after 9 PM, the venue pairs nostalgic gameplay with food and drinks, making it a lively local destination for groups and retro‑gaming fans. Praised by locals for its nostalgic selection and atmosphere, Space Monkey Barrcade is listed in arcade directories and on local listings for pinball availability, making it a go‑to spot for gamers in Edinburg, TX.
Spare Change
Lockhart, TX 78644
Lockhart
Texas
TX
78644
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Spare Change is a family-friendly arcade and eatery at 113 N Main St in historic downtown Lockhart offering Chicago tavern‑style pizza, heroes and wings, a full bar, duck‑pin bowling, stand‑up arcade games and a rotating selection of pinball machines. Local coverage reported the venue planned for about 15–20 machines mixing vintage and modern pinball alongside other games, and local reviewers praise the food, service and lively atmosphere.
Austin Beerworks - Sprinkle Valley
Austin, TX 78754
Austin
Texas
TX
78754
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Austin Beerworks — Sprinkle Valley at 10300 Springdale Rd is a spacious taproom and beer garden set on sixty-four acres along Walnut Creek, featuring a rotating lineup of the brewery’s award-winning beers plus cider, wine, cocktails and non-alcoholic options, with regular events and a family-friendly vibe. The location’s pinball lineup includes The Addams Family, Attack from Mars, Bad Cats, Jaws (Pro), The Walking Dead (Pro), and the taproom hosts a monthly pinball tournament on the third Friday for local players.
PINSTACK Austin
Austin, TX 78753
Austin
Texas
TX
78753
PINSTACK Austin, located at 500 W Canyon Ridge Drive in Austin, TX, is a family-friendly entertainment complex that pairs a full-service restaurant and bar with bowling lanes, arcade classics, skee-ball, air hockey, bumper cars, laser tag and casual pizza dining, and includes a small pinball collection of six machines on site according to venue information. Guests praise the large game room and party-friendly layout, though reviews on Yelp note mixed experiences with service and crowding during peak times, making it a lively choice for groups, families and birthday events.
Heroes & Fantasies
San Antonio, TX 78216
San Antonio
Texas
TX
78216
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Heroes & Fantasies at 13013 N. US‑281 in San Antonio is a long‑running comic book and hobby superstore with a vast selection of comics, toys, tabletop games and knowledgeable staff that hosts regular card and tabletop gaming events and community nights. The shop also doubles as a pinball spot with Pro‑level machines such as Avengers: Infinity Quest (Pro), Deadpool (Pro), Godzilla (Pro), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Jurassic Park (Pro), offering players and collectors modern titles to enjoy while they browse.
PINSTACK - San Antonio
San Antonio, TX 78216
San Antonio
Texas
TX
78216
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PINSTACK - San Antonio at 742 Northwest Loop 410 is a 50,000+ sq ft entertainment destination in San Antonio featuring 28 state-of-the-art bowling lanes, a large game room, laser tag, high ropes, rock climbing, bumper cars, a full-service restaurant and bar with an extensive draft list—making it a popular choice for families, parties and corporate events; reviewers frequently praise the attentive staff and lively, family-friendly atmosphere. The on-site pinball rotation includes Time Machine, Jitter-Bug, Zoom, Golden Gate 75, Velvet, offering a mix of classic electro-mechanical and later solid-state titles for collectors and casual players alike.
Eighteen Ten Ojeman
Houston, TX 77080
Houston
Texas
TX
77080
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Eighteen Ten Ojeman, located at 1810 Ojeman Road in Houston's Spring Branch, is a neighborhood live-music venue and bar that champions local artists and hosts regular shows, offering a laid-back, arts-focused atmosphere for music lovers. Beyond the stage, the venue maintains a vintage arcade area with pool tables and about five pinball machines and a rotating selection of drinks that reviewers praise for good prices and friendly staff, making it a popular casual destination for pinball players and locals alike.
The Hangout Pinball Lounge
Taylor, TX 76574
Taylor
Texas
TX
76574
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The Hangout Pinball Lounge, at 410 West 7th St inside the Old Taylor High complex in Taylor, TX, is a cozy, pinball-focused lounge that shares space with the local Press Start arcade and offers a casual bar-forward atmosphere for players and groups to gather for games and events. The current roster includes machines 3254, 3284, 3179, 3226, 705 and 1068, providing a compact but varied mix of classic and modern titles. Visitors frequently note friendly staff, a lively vibe and a good beer selection, and the venue has promoted affordable unlimited-play offers and community events to keep local players coming back.
Bastrop Beer Company
Bastrop, TX 78602
Bastrop
Texas
TX
78602
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Bastrop Beer Company, at 1008 Main St in historic downtown Bastrop, TX, is a craft beer bar and bottle shop with dozens of bottles, 28 taps and a relaxed game-room vibe featuring arcade games, darts, pool and other entertainment options. The bar maintains a five-machine pinball bank that typically includes Elvis, The Flintstones, Funhouse, Judge Dredd and World Poker Tour. Guests praise the friendly atmosphere, events and games in online reviews, making it a popular stop for visitors and locals alike.
Colorado Canyon
Beaumont, TX 77706
Beaumont
Texas
TX
77706
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Colorado Canyon at 6110 Folsom Dr in Beaumont, TX is a family entertainment center offering two 18‑hole miniature golf courses, VR rides, gemstone mining, an on‑site snack bar and an indoor arcade with card‑based play and a generous ticket redemption counter for prizes. Its arcade features a small, up‑to‑date pinball lineup—currently listing Stern Pro machines such as Godzilla (Pro), John Wick (Pro), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro) and The Uncanny X‑Men (Pro)—making Colorado Canyon a budget‑friendly destination for families and pinball enthusiasts alike.
Be Kind & Rewind
San Antonio, TX 78205
San Antonio
Texas
TX
78205
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Be Kind & Rewind at 115 Alamo Plaza in downtown San Antonio is an 80s/90s/Y2K–themed bar and arcade that pairs retro arcade cabinets, photo-ready memorabilia and indoor/outdoor event space with regular late-night dance parties, karaoke and crafted cocktails—an upbeat spot praised for its nostalgic vibe and friendly service on Yelp. It houses five pinball machines including Slap-the-Japs, Smokehouse, Flicker, Disco Fever, Double Play.
Michael's Horror And Pinball
Converse, TX 78109
Converse
Texas
TX
78109
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Michael's Horror and Pinball is a horror-memorabilia shop and coin‑op pinball arcade at 8845 FM 1976 Suite 101 in Converse, TX, combining a massive horror-collectibles display with a welcoming, ever-changing lineup of machines. The venue runs Free Play Mondays, IFPA‑sanctioned Wednesday pinball tournaments, and regular live-music nights, making it a popular local spot for players and collectors. Current playable machines include Guns N' Roses, Halloween, Jaws, KISS, and Metallica Remastered.
Texas Toy Museum
Austin, TX 78701
Austin
Texas
TX
78701
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The Texas Toy Museum at 312 Congress Ave in downtown Austin is a nostalgic museum and arcade showcasing roughly 20,000 vintage toys from the 1920s through the 2000s arranged in immersive dioramas, including a large G.I. Joe display and classic Sega and Nintendo consoles. Its compact arcade features pinball machines such as Funhouse, Jurassic Park, Star Wars, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles set to play alongside retro arcade cabinets for a hands-on, family-friendly visit. Visitors praise the interactive experience and active social presence on Facebook.
Sidelines Sports Tavern
Frisco, TX 75036
Frisco
Texas
TX
75036
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Sidelines Sports Tavern in the Main Street Center of Frisco, TX is a lively bar & grill and game-day hangout with a 110" projection screen, multiple TVs, pool tables, darts and weekend drink specials that create a social, sports-friendly atmosphere; it’s open evenings for grab-and-go or dine-in crowds and promotes a casual menu and events for game nights. Sidelines also hosts a compact pinball selection of four machines, including Iron Man, Jurassic Park (Pro) and Star Wars (Pro), offering a fun mix of classic and modern pinball alongside the tavern’s sports-focused entertainment.
Culture Club
Austin, TX 78748
Austin
Texas
TX
78748
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Culture Club at 12000 Menchaca Rd, Bldg 2 Ste A in Austin is a classic rock–inspired bar and pizza kitchen serving draft beer, cocktails, wood‑fired pizzas and hosting live music, karaoke nights and family‑friendly hours in a relaxed, patio‑equipped space The game area features vintage pinball machines Dolly Parton, Gulfstream, Jungle Lord and Playboy, alongside TVs and lawn games, making it a popular neighborhood spot for casual nights out and nostalgic arcade fun