# Where to Play Pinball in Montreal: Arcades, Bars, and Private Play Spaces by [Colin Alsheimer](/author/colin) · September 3, 2024 · [Travel](/news/category/travel) > Montreal's pinball scene spans a dedicated barcade on the Plateau, a family-friendly arcade in NDG, a private rental warehouse in Mile-Ex, and several suburban options in Laval and Brossard. Montreal spreads its pinball across the island's central neighborhoods and surrounding suburbs. The city proper offers a dedicated pinball bar on the Plateau-Mont-Royal, a combined arcade-showroom in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce, and a reservation-only private arcade in Mile-Ex. Family-friendly options extend into Laval to the north and Brossard on the South Shore. ‍ The venues range from adults-only barcades with craft cocktails to all-ages arcades with token play. Some require advance reservations while others welcome walk-ins during set hours. ‍ Venue Area Machines Type [North Star Machines à Piastres](/locations/north-star-machines-a-piastres) Plateau-Mont-Royal 10+ Barcade [Pinball Medics (Montreal Pinball Arcade)](/locations/pinball-medics-montreal-pinball-arcade) NDG 20+ Arcade [Arcade Mile-X Arcade](/locations/arcade-mile-x-arcade) Mile-Ex 20+ Private rental arcade [Amusement 2020 Plus](/locations/amusement-2020-plus) Laval 10+ Arcade [Amusement 20/20 Rive-Sud](/locations/amusement-2020-rive-sud) Brossard A few Arcade ‍ Here's where to find pinball across the Montreal metro. ## Montreal Bars with Pinball ### North Star Machines à Piastres **Barcade · Plateau-Mont-Royal** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-montreal/inline/695d39442910a8d8c5d6581c_69402ee7013d4dfcf7d77428_north-star.webp) [North Star Machines à Piastres](/locations/north-star-machines-a-piastres) occupies a second-floor space on Boulevard Saint-Laurent, where pinball machine sound effects at street level guide visitors to the entrance. The bar hosts league nights, tournaments, and a women's pinball league, drawing both casual players and competitive regulars. - Pinball machines: 10+ - Practical notes: 21+ venue with house-made sodas, craft cocktails, microbrewery beer selection, and tavern snacks; Sunday freeplay sessions available - Address: 3908 Boulevard Saint-Laurent, Montréal, QC H2W 1Y2 ## Montreal Arcades ### Pinball Medics (Montreal Pinball Arcade) **Arcade · NDG (Notre-Dame-de-Grâce)** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-montreal/inline/695d395847d36b1542634dc5_69402b829673ccb1e40d82da_Pinball-Medics-_Montreal-Pinball-Arcade.jpg) [Pinball Medics](/locations/pinball-medics-montreal-pinball-arcade) operates as a retail showroom, repair facility, and public play arcade from a storefront near the Vendôme Metro. The space houses both vintage and modern machines available for purchase alongside a rotating collection open for public play during limited weekly hours. - Pinball machines: 20+ - Practical notes: Public hours typically Fridays 5–10 PM and Sundays 11 AM–4 PM; all-you-can-play pricing ($20 adults, $10 kids under 12 with paid adult); check current schedule before visiting - Address: 923 Avenue Girouard, Montréal, QC H4A 3B9 ### Arcade Mile-X Arcade **Private rental arcade · Mile-Ex** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-montreal/inline/695d396b4384776ec628c5d7_67073b00f71091f6b746b79c_Arcade-Mile-X-Arcade.avif) [Arcade Mile-X Arcade](/locations/arcade-mile-x-arcade) offers a reservation-only experience inside a Mile-Ex warehouse operated by the same team behind North Star. The space accommodates up to 50 guests and features a 1979 Chevy van, a high-fidelity jukebox with rare vinyl, and a lounge area with a projector running pinball-themed films. - Pinball machines: 20+ - Practical notes: BYOB and outside food permitted; rentals start at $500 for two-hour blocks or $1,250 for full evening (5 PM–midnight); Thursday drop-in sessions available for $40 or via membership - Address: 6560 Avenue de l'Esplanade #020, Montréal, QC H2V 4L5 ## Laval Arcades ### Amusement 2020 Plus **Arcade · Laval** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-montreal/inline/695d397da9ea8e3f577a5b22_6940327c7235d61548974111_Amusement-2020-Plus.jpg) [Amusement 2020 Plus](/locations/amusement-2020-plus) relocated from its former downtown Montreal location to this Laval address, continuing its tradition of clean, well-maintained equipment in a family-friendly environment. The arcade features modern Stern titles alongside video games and redemption machines. - Pinball machines: 10+ - Practical notes: Token-based play; late-night hours; family-friendly - Address: 3350 Boulevard Saint-Martin Ouest, Laval, QC H7T 1A1 ## Brossard Arcades ### Amusement 20/20 Rive-Sud **Arcade · Brossard** ![__wf_reserved_inherit](https://media.kineticist.com/posts/play-pinball-montreal/inline/695d398e0589d90df84b1b1b_695d2ec3f3f098cf51e8db97_Amusement-20-20-Rive-Sud.webp) [Amusement 20/20 Rive-Sud](/locations/amusement-2020-rive-sud) brings pinball to the South Shore with a location inside Place Portobello. The arcade maintains a small collection of modern machines as part of a larger video game and redemption setup. - Pinball machines: A few - Practical notes: Family-friendly; token-based play - Address: 7350 Boulevard Taschereau, Brossard, QC J4W 1M9 Montreal's pinball options serve different types of players. Those seeking a bar atmosphere with tournaments and league play will find it on the Plateau, while families and casual players have options in NDG, Laval, and Brossard. The private rental space in Mile-Ex works for parties and events. ‍ If you spot any changes to these venues or know of locations we've missed, reach out via our contact form. ‍ Last updated: January 2026 --- _Canonical URL: https://www.kineticist.com/news/play-pinball-montreal_