# Where to Play Pinball in Detroit: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines by [Colin Alsheimer](/author/colin) · January 3, 2025 · [Travel](/news/category/travel) > Detroit's pinball scene spreads across the metro area, from dedicated arcades with vintage collections to neighborhood breweries with rotating machines. The Detroit metro area offers pinball across a wide geographic spread. Dedicated arcade venues in Troy and Eastern Market house the region's largest collections, while Midtown's barcade scene provides a craft beer and pinball combination. Suburban locations in Canton and Ypsilanti round out the offerings. ‍ Venue types range from pay-one-price pinball museums with vintage machines to quarter-operated galleries and family entertainment centers. Whether you're in downtown Detroit or the western suburbs, pinball is within reach. ‍ Venue Area Machines Type [Sparks Pinball Museum & Arcade](/locations/sparks-pinball-museum-and-arcade) Troy 70+ Arcade [Offworld Arcade](/locations/offworld-arcade) Eastern Market 20+ Arcade [Barcade Detroit](/locations/barcade-detroit) Midtown 15+ Barcade [Canton Brew Works](/locations/canton-brew-works) Canton 10+ Brewery [Big Best in Games](/locations/big-best-in-games) Ypsilanti 10+ Family entertainment [Ruckus Taco Company Canton](/locations/ruckus-taco-company-canton) Canton A few Restaurant ‍ Here's where to find pinball across the Detroit metro. ## Detroit Arcades ### Sparks Pinball Museum & Arcade **Arcade museum · Troy (Oakland Mall)** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-detroit/inline/695c54ae1fa9c7cbccf80027_Sparks_Pinball_Museum___Arcade.webp) [Sparks Pinball Museum & Arcade](/locations/sparks-pinball-museum-and-arcade) occupies a space on the second floor of Oakland Mall near JCPenney. The venue operates on a pay-one-price admission model, giving players unlimited access to their collection of vintage and modern machines. Sparks runs a second location in Chesterfield, with over 125 machines across both venues. - Pinball machines: 70+ - Practical notes: Pay-one-price admission; vintage video arcade games and skeeball also available; allows outside food - Address: 412 W 14 Mile Rd, Troy, MI 48083 ### Offworld Arcade **Arcade · Eastern Market** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-detroit/inline/695c556fc18299f61fab2484_69448511e889890cde3aed6a_Offworld-Arcade.webp) [Offworld Arcade](/locations/offworld-arcade) operates as a curated pinball gallery inside the Tocororo restaurant building in Eastern Market. The collection features both new and classic machines, all quarter-operated and meticulously maintained. The venue enforces a 21+ policy after 8pm. - Pinball machines: 20+ - Practical notes: Quarter-operated; enter through Tocororo restaurant; Wed-Sun operation; 21+ after 8pm - Address: 1420 E Fisher Fwy, Detroit, MI 48207 ## Detroit Bars with Pinball ### Barcade Detroit **Barcade · Midtown** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-detroit/inline/695c5553df7b3b3668191af1_694026c7318b14265bb9554f_barcade-detroit.webp) [Barcade Detroit](/locations/barcade-detroit) opened in 2021 on Selden Street in Midtown. The two-level space combines craft beer and classic gaming, with 24-30 rotating drafts and a full kitchen alongside pinball machines and 1980s-era video games. Token-based play keeps games at quarter-equivalent pricing. - Pinball machines: 15+ - Practical notes: 21+; token-based play; full bar and kitchen; happy hour Mon-Fri 5-6pm - Address: 666 Selden St, Detroit, MI 48201 ## Detroit Breweries with Pinball Machines ### Canton Brew Works **Brewery · Canton** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-detroit/inline/695c54c6d0bc6c723ccc9989_canton_brew_works.webp) [Canton Brew Works](/locations/canton-brew-works) is a family-owned microbrewery in Canton with rotating craft beers and a growing selection of pinball machines. The venue hosts trivia nights and live music, and maintains a family-friendly atmosphere with board games and darts alongside the pinball. - Pinball machines: 10+ - Practical notes: Family-friendly; allows outside food and food delivery; dog-friendly patio - Address: 8521 N Lilley Rd, Canton, MI 48187 ## Detroit Entertainment Venues with Pinball ### Big Best in Games **Family entertainment · Ypsilanti** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-detroit/inline/695c54d16aa49ad4eb423e50_big_best_in_games.webp) [Big Best in Games](/locations/big-best-in-games) operates as part of a large entertainment complex on Carpenter Road in Ypsilanti. The 74,000 square foot facility offers go-karts, laser tag, mini golf, and a full restaurant alongside its arcade floor. Pinball machines from Stern occupy a section of the gaming area. - Pinball machines: 10+ - Practical notes: Family entertainment center; full restaurant and bars on-site; additional locations in Sterling Heights and Warren - Address: 4095 Carpenter Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197 ### Ruckus Taco Company Canton **Restaurant · Canton** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-detroit/inline/695c54e08aeb08298554846e_ruckus_taco_company.webp) [Ruckus Taco Company Canton](/locations/ruckus-taco-company-canton) is a chef-owned taco restaurant that opened in 2023 on Joy Road. The colorful dining room includes a small selection of Stern pinball machines alongside the main restaurant operation. - Pinball machines: A few - Practical notes: Full restaurant serving tacos and smash burgers - Address: 43315 Joy Rd, Canton, MI 48187 Detroit's pinball venues accommodate different play styles. Dedicated pinheads will find the largest collections at Sparks and Offworld, while casual players can combine a game or two with craft beer at Canton Brew Works or Barcade. Family groups have options at Big Best in Games and Canton Brew Works. ‍ If you notice any outdated information or know of a venue we missed, drop us a line! ‍ Last updated: January 2026 --- _Canonical URL: https://www.kineticist.com/news/play-pinball-detroit_