# Where to Play Pinball in Los Angeles: Arcades, Bars, and Breweries with Machines by [Colin Alsheimer](/author/colin) · February 17, 2023 · [Travel](/news/category/travel) > Los Angeles spreads pinball across neighborhoods from the Arts District to Long Beach, with barcades, vintage bars, breweries, and dedicated arcades offering everything from electromechanical classics to the latest releases. Los Angeles spreads pinball across a sprawling metro that stretches from the San Fernando Valley to the South Bay. The scene clusters around a handful of dedicated spots—barcades in the Arts District and Eagle Rock, breweries in Torrance and Long Beach, and specialty arcades in communities like Pomona and Glassell Park. ‍ What you'll find varies by venue. Some spots rotate from private collections of 100+ machines, keeping lineups fresh. Others specialize in vintage electromechanical games from the 1960s and 70s. A few combine pinball with unexpected pairings—Korean BBQ, comic books, concert tickets. ‍ Venue Area Machines Type [EightyTwo](/locations/eightytwo) Arts District 50+ Barcade [Revenge Of](/locations/revenge-of) Glassell Park 20+ Arcade [Pinbug Pomona](/locations/pinbug-pomona) Pomona 20+ Arcade [I Need a Miracle](/locations/i-need-a-miracle-tickets) Long Beach 20+ Arcade [AYCE Gogi](/locations/ayce-gogi-korean-bbq-and-pinball-van-nuys) Van Nuys 20+ Restaurant [Hermosa Brewing](/locations/hermosa-brewing) Torrance 15+ Brewery [Long Beach Beer Lab](/locations/long-beach-beer-lab) Long Beach 15+ Brewery [Walt's Bar](/locations/walts-bar) Eagle Rock 10+ Bar ‍ Here's where to find pinball across the Los Angeles metro. ## Los Angeles Bars with Pinball ### EightyTwo **Barcade · Arts District** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-los-angeles/inline/695bee1649ac5e03d1323dc8_69402c05710f4b2af067639d_eightytwo-los-angeles-pinball-retro-arcade.webp) [EightyTwo](/locations/eightytwo) splits its operation between two buildings—one for video games, one strictly for pinball—connected by an outdoor patio. The pinball side rotates selections from a private collection of 200+ machines, with full-time technicians maintaining everything on-site. The Los Angeles Pinball League meets here every Tuesday; sign in by 8pm. - Pinball machines: 50+ - Practical notes: 21+ only, no reservations, full bar with craft cocktails, food trucks outside, closed Mondays - Address: 707 E 4th Place, Los Angeles ### Walt's Bar **Dive bar · Eagle Rock** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-los-angeles/inline/695bee32b7c01ece02ff5ac0_67070a1d3f8fc4739c7795f7_walt-s-bar-pinball-arcade-barcade.avif) [Walt's Bar](/locations/walts-bar) focuses on vintage machines from the 1960s and 70s, rotating games from owner Jeff Johnsen's personal collection of 120+ machines. One fixture never changes: Surf Champ, a 1976 Gottlieb that started the family's pinball obsession. Games cost $0.25-$0.50 per play. - Pinball machines: 10+ - Practical notes: California beer and wine only (no full bar), hot dogs and pretzels, dog-friendly patio, Wednesday tournaments, 11am-2am daily - Address: 4680 Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles ## Los Angeles Breweries with Pinball Machines ### Hermosa Brewing **Brewery · Torrance** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-los-angeles/inline/e347dc5f9c35.webp) [Hermosa Brewing](/locations/hermosa-brewing) maintains a solid pinball lineup at their Torrance production facility. The collection focuses on modern titles from Stern and boutique manufacturers. SouthBay Pinball tournaments run here regularly. - Pinball machines: 15+ - Practical notes: $1 for 1 credit or $2 for 3, family-friendly, food trucks, more space than their Hermosa Beach taproom - Address: 1855 Del Amo Blvd, Torrance ### Long Beach Beer Lab **Brewery · Wrigley (Long Beach)** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-los-angeles/inline/695bee777cc091c01b58f774_670744a67444162f07f63394_long-beach-beer-lab-pinball-arcade.avif) [Long Beach Beer Lab](/locations/long-beach-beer-lab) pairs craft brewing with a curated pinball collection maintained by local enthusiast Gonzalo Martinez. The Long Beach Pinball League meets Tuesday evenings. Their Zaferia location has only a couple machines—Willow Street is the destination. - Pinball machines: 15+ - Practical notes: Pizza available, trivia nights - Address: 518 W Willow St, Long Beach ## Los Angeles Arcades ### Revenge Of **Arcade/comic shop · Glassell Park** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-los-angeles/inline/695bee8fbe9ba7e68104d00a_6707356e4c81285e1dfd6b8f_revenge-of-LA-pinball-comics-arcade.avif) [Revenge Of](/locations/revenge-of) operates out of a comic book shop, housing pinball alongside collectibles and vintage toys. The collection skews modern—Godzilla LE, Mandalorian LE, Elvira Signature Edition—all well-maintained. Token-operated at 3-4 tokens per play. - Pinball machines: 20+ - Practical notes: All ages, hosts monthly tournaments and a 36-hour annual marathon, change machine accepts bills and cards - Address: 3420 Eagle Rock Blvd, Los Angeles ### I Need a Miracle Tickets & Pinball **Arcade · Bixby Knolls (Long Beach)** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-los-angeles/inline/695bef5895b277ee52c64838_670746c6fdf6361c45f5395d_I-need-a-miracle-tickets-pinball-machines.avif) [I Need a Miracle Tickets & Pinball](/locations/i-need-a-miracle-tickets) runs a dedicated pinball arcade with premium and limited edition titles. All machines operate on freeplay with hourly admission—$15 gets unlimited play on everything. - Pinball machines: 20+ - Practical notes: Freeplay model ($15/hour), monthly memberships available, all ages - Address: 5541 E Spring St, Long Beach ### Pinbug Pomona **Arcade · Downtown Pomona** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-los-angeles/inline/695bef7fef65fc8d3a7949dd_6707383c8c80e83a4911e003_pinbug-pomona.avif) [Pinbug Pomona](/locations/pinbug-pomona) specializes in vintage pinball, emphasizing electromechanical and early solid-state games you won't find at typical barcades. The collection spans the 1970s through today. - Pinball machines: 20+ - Practical notes: Freeplay admission (30 min, 75 min, or day pass), Thursday-Sunday only, league on 2nd and 4th Fridays, private rentals available - Address: 252 S Main St, Pomona ## Los Angeles Entertainment Venues with Pinball ### AYCE Gogi Korean BBQ & Pinball **Restaurant · Van Nuys** ‍ [AYCE Gogi Korean BBQ & Pinball](/locations/ayce-gogi-korean-bbq-and-pinball-van-nuys) pairs all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ with a back-room pinball operation run by On Tilt Pinball. The venue has hosted launch parties for titles like James Bond 007 and Toy Story 4. On Tilt runs one of Southern California's largest leagues from this location. - Pinball machines: 20+ - Practical notes: $0.50 per play, all ages, put your name on the dinner waitlist and play while you wait - Address: 7128 Van Nuys Blvd, Van Nuys Whether you're chasing league rankings at EightyTwo, hunting vintage electromechanicals at Walt's Bar, or mixing Korean BBQ with pinball at AYCE Gogi, Los Angeles has options across the metro. Family-friendly spots like Revenge Of, Pinbug Pomona, and Hermosa Brewing welcome younger players, while the 21+ barcades cater to evening sessions. ‍ Found a spot we missed or have updated info? Send corrections to help keep this guide current. ‍ Last updated: January 2026 --- _Canonical URL: https://www.kineticist.com/news/play-pinball-los-angeles_