# Where to Play Pinball in Indianapolis: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines by [Colin Alsheimer](/author/colin) · March 13, 2023 · [Travel](/news/category/travel) > Indianapolis offers dedicated pinball arcades, neighborhood barcades, and entertainment venues spread across distinct neighborhoods. Fountain Square alone has multiple spots within walking distance. Indianapolis has quietly developed one of the Midwest's more interesting pinball scenes. The recovery started after the 2008 recession, when local enthusiasts salvaged machines from closing arcades and built a community around them. Today, that effort shows in venues ranging from a literal bank vault in Fountain Square to a three-story entertainment complex in Bottleworks District. ‍ The geography matters here. Fountain Square, about a mile southeast of downtown, has become a pinball hub with multiple spots within blocks of each other. Bottleworks District offers a more polished entertainment experience. And out in Castleton, there's an all-ages arcade in the mall. ‍ Venue Area Machines Type [The PinLodge](/locations/the-pinlodge) Irvington 70+ Pinball arcade [Pins Mechanical Company](/locations/pins-mechanical-company-indianapolis) Bottleworks District 30+ Entertainment venue [Pin-Vault](/locations/pin-vault) Fountain Square 20+ Pinball arcade [Tappers Arcade Bar](/locations/tappers) Fletcher Place 20+ Barcade [Boss Battle Games](/locations/boss-battle-games-at-castleton-square-mall) Castleton 10+ Retro arcade [Wild Fyre Tap](/locations/wild-fyre-tap) Fountain Square A few Sports bar ‍ Here's where to find pinball across the Indianapolis metro. ## Indianapolis Bars with Pinball ### Tappers Arcade Bar **Barcade · Fletcher Place** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/best-pinball-indianapolis/inline/695bf825f44df1aa0ba461ad_694029193a1e7a4ef47d7ace_tappers-indianapolis-pinball.webp) [Tappers Arcade Bar](/locations/tappers) was Indianapolis's first retro arcade bar and remains a reliable destination for pinball in the city. The back room houses a rotating selection of machines, while the main floor offers free-to-play arcade classics with any purchase. - Pinball machines: 20+ - Practical notes: 21+ only; arcade games free with purchase, pinball $0.50–$1 per play; no food served but carry-in welcome - Address: 501 Virginia Ave, Suite 102, Indianapolis, IN 46203 ### Wild Fyre Tap **Sports bar · Fountain Square** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/best-pinball-indianapolis/inline/695bf84463b19bbd7df6269b_69448b5b647028185d4abbdb_Wild-Fyre-Tap.webp) [Wild Fyre Tap](/locations/wild-fyre-tap) is a newer sports bar in Fountain Square with pinball as part of its game offerings. - Pinball machines: A few - Address: 1106 Prospect St, Indianapolis, IN 46203 ## Indianapolis Arcades ### The PinLodge **Pinball arcade · Irvington** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/best-pinball-indianapolis/inline/695bf859650d7045245578fe_6717b4009b4f6c432078be83_pinlodge.avif) [The PinLodge](/locations/the-pinlodge) operates out of the Irvington Lodge on East Washington Street, housing one of the largest collections of publicly accessible pinball machines in Indiana. The space hosts Indy Pinball events and tournaments, with machines spanning classic electromechanical titles to modern releases. - Pinball machines: 70+ - Practical notes: Open select Fridays and Saturdays; check Indy Pinball social media for schedule - Address: 5515 E Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46219 ### Pin-Vault **Pinball arcade · Fountain Square** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/best-pinball-indianapolis/inline/695bf872f33a05b130ff155c_6940291fade5c3872a49ee79_pin-vault-indianapolis-pinball.webp) [Pin-Vault](/locations/pin-vault) occupies a historic bank vault on the second floor of the Murphy Building. A group of local collectors maintains this space, where all machines operate on free play after admission. - Pinball machines: 20+ - Practical notes: First Fridays 21+ only; Third Saturdays all ages; $5 admission - Address: 1043 Virginia Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46203 ### Boss Battle Games at Castleton Square Mall **Retro arcade · Castleton** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/best-pinball-indianapolis/inline/695bf887d6085f5bc32ca05e_67070d84ca81006b86f1ab2a_boss-battle-games-pinball-arcade-indianapolis.avif) [Boss Battle Games](/locations/boss-battle-games-at-castleton-square-mall) brings unlimited-play arcade gaming to Castleton Square Mall. A single admission covers all-day access to arcade cabinets, console gaming stations, and pinball machines. - Pinball machines: 10+ - Practical notes: All ages; $15 admission includes pinball; wristband valid all day - Address: 6020 E 82nd St, Indianapolis, IN 46250 ## Indianapolis Entertainment Venues with Pinball ### Pins Mechanical Company **Entertainment venue · Bottleworks District** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/best-pinball-indianapolis/inline/055fb4d449f6.avif) [Pins Mechanical Company](/locations/pins-mechanical-company-indianapolis) occupies a three-story space in the Bottleworks District, combining duckpin bowling, bocce, foosball, and ping pong with a substantial pinball lineup. Recent titles include Jaws, John Wick, and Pulp Fiction. - Pinball machines: 30+ - Practical notes: Kid-friendly before 8pm, 21+ after; pinball $1 per play; craft cocktails and beer available; rooftop patio - Address: 856 Carrollton Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202 Families will find the most options at Boss Battle Games and Pins Mechanical during daytime hours. Pin-Vault's Third Saturdays also welcome all ages. For the deepest collection, The PinLodge's event nights are worth planning around. ‍ Know of a spot we missed, or has something changed? Send us a note. ‍ *Last updated: January 2026* --- _Canonical URL: https://www.kineticist.com/news/best-pinball-indianapolis_