Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

OddPitch Brewing at 1200 West Kent Ave (Suite 103) in Missoula is a taproom-focused craft brewery that pairs house-brewed beers with a rotating, over-a-dozen collection of pinball machines plus board and video games, creating a lively spot for players and groups alike. The taproom runs weekly Sunday pinball tournaments with no entry fee and offers the space for private rentals and events. Guests have noted the pinball machines sometimes carry an age restriction (16+) while non-alcoholic options are available, so check policies before bringing children.

Tokens Taproom, at 284 Central Ave in downtown Dover, NH, is a lively barcade that pairs a craft‑forward taproom with classic arcade cabinets, skee‑ball and a 16‑machine pinball collection. The adult‑oriented venue hosts tournaments and private events, maintains a rotating lineup of retro and modern games, and draws strong local praise for its friendly staff and fun atmosphere. Open primarily in the evenings with approachable pricing for games and drinks, Tokens is a popular spot for groups, date nights and competitive players seeking nostalgic arcade play alongside beer and cocktails in downtown Dover.

House of TARG at 1077 Bank St in Ottawa is a lively basement live-music venue, classic arcade and perogie bar that pairs a nostalgic arcade atmosphere with a full schedule of shows and a pierogi-focused menu. Its current pinball lineup includes Kiss, Halloween, Godzilla, John Wick, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye, Elvira's House of Horrors, Venom, Ghostbusters, Dialed In!, Iron Man, The Uncanny X-Men, JAWS, Jurassic Park, Star Wars, Deadpool, The Mandalorian and The Shadow. Guests can pay per play or opt for unlimited free-play sessions (including Family Free-Play weekends and Tuesday arcade nights), enjoy house perogies and local beers, and soak up the energetic, crowd-friendly vibe that keeps locals and visitors coming back.

OMG Pinball! is a free-play pinball arcade inside Emerald Square Mall at 999 S Washington St in North Attleborough, MA. The family-friendly venue features a rotating lineup of 16 classic and modern pinball machines for unlimited play during sessions. Visitors typically pay a single admission to play all machines (advertised around $15) according to local listings. The arcade operates with extended weekend hours and is located by the mall’s main entrance next to Spencer’s—follow OMG Pinball on social media for current hours, machine rotations, and special events.

Barcade Detroit, at 666 Selden St in Midtown, is the local outpost of the original arcade bar, pairing an industrial, game-filled atmosphere with a full bar and on-site kitchen. It maintains a fifteen-machine pinball collection featuring classic titles such as Cirqus Voltaire, Earthshaker, Fish Tales, Medieval Madness and Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. Guests praise the craft beer selection and pub-style menu—burgers, wings and small plates—while enjoying late-night play and a broad selection of arcade games.

TimberBeast Axe Throwing in Streetsboro at 9300 Market Square Dr is a coached, reservation-friendly venue for date nights, birthday parties and corporate events, featuring private party rooms, a snack bar and a selection of beers alongside supervised axe‑throwing lanes to teach safety and technique. A separate arcade room in the back hosts a rotating, double‑digit collection of pinball machines—perfect for mixing pinball sessions with throwing and group gatherings.

Smash N Axe Arcade Disco is a high-energy arcade and entertainment venue located in the basement of the Nor‑Villa Motor Hotel at 1763 Henderson Hwy in Winnipeg, MB. The venue blends axe throwing, smash rooms, a bar and a neon "arcade disco" atmosphere and offers party and corporate bookings as detailed on its website. It also boasts a sizable game floor with a notable pinball collection—Pinball Map lists 16 machines on-site—and regularly hosts Manitoba pinball league nights and community events.

Finney's Arcade & Parlor at 417 Market Ave N in downtown Canton combines a full bar, pizza and house-made pies with a nostalgic game floor—featuring pinball, skee‑ball, air hockey and classic video cabinets—for casual nights out and family fun. The venue hosts 16 pinball machines as part of a larger collection of over 40 arcade and specialty games, and is known locally for its lively atmosphere and weekly events.

Wye Beer Co., located at 3 Forbes Rd in Trafford, PA, is a craft brewery and taproom with a full kitchen, indoor and outdoor seating, live music and a private-event room, offering a welcoming spot for locals and visitors to enjoy house beers and food alongside community events. The venue also features a sizable pinball arcade of 16 machines for walk-in play and group nights, combining craft beer and gaming for a lively, family-friendly atmosphere.

The Pint Public House at 277 Front St West in Toronto is a boisterous sports pub and event venue with a large draft selection, classic pub fare and an upstairs “Upper Deck” used for live sports, music and private events—popular with convention-goers and downtown crowds near the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.

Level 256 Classic Arcade Bar is a pinball-focused barcade in Asheville’s South Slope at 79 Coxe Ave, pairing a full bar with retro arcade cabinets and a curated collection of 16 pinball machines (current roster available on-site). Guests enjoy all-day unlimited play for a modest cover (commonly $10) and reviewers praise the clean, well-maintained machines and lively downtown atmosphere.

Sunshine Laundromat at 860 Manhattan Ave in Greenpoint, Brooklyn blends a fully functioning laundromat with a cozy arcade-bar atmosphere, featuring 16 pinball machines, a curated beer selection and a rotating roster of classic and modern machines for casual play, tournaments, and private bookings. Praised for its friendly staff, speakeasy vibe and strong local reviews, Sunshine is a popular late-night spot (often open until 2 a.m.) where visitors can grab a beer, play pinball, and join community events and tournaments.

Phantom Amusement is a bright, family-friendly arcade located inside The Forks Market at 1 Forks Market Rd in Winnipeg that pairs classic arcade attractions and skill games with a rotating pinball collection. The venue maintains around 15 pinball machines on-site and emphasizes a mix of vintage and modern premium titles. Machine highlights include Addams Family, Aladdin's Castle, Big Guns, Cactus Canyon (LE), Deadpool (Pro), Foo Fighters (Premium), Godzilla (Premium), Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast, James Bond 007 (Premium), Led Zeppelin (Premium), Road Show, Star Trek (Premium), Star Wars (Pro), Stranger Things (Pro), The Mandalorian (Premium), Venom (Premium), Whirlwind and Revenge From Mars.

Louie's Tap House at 5689 Elevator Road in Roscoe, IL is a lively bar-and-grill with a dedicated pinball room and an eclectic collection of pinball machines including Dragonette, Jiggilo, Calif. Express, Ghost Gallery, Miss Bowling Turbo, Joker, Bombardier, Slap-the-Japs, Bomb The Axis Rats, Monte Rosa, Kabuki, Fire Ball and more, pairing vintage electromechanical classics and rare prototypes with craft cocktails, a broad beer selection, live music, trivia nights, outdoor games like sand volleyball, and regular pinball tournaments and Stern Army events for locals and collectors alike

Spin-it Records at 467 Main St in Moncton is a lively hybrid record shop and retail pinball arcade offering an extensive selection of vinyl, DVDs, video games and pop-culture collectibles alongside playable arcade cabinets and pinball machines. The on-site arcade features a rotating mix of classic and vintage games, including pinball titles like The Simpsons, Terminator and Jurassic Park, plus arcade favorites such as Bubble Bobble, a four-player Avengers cabinet and a hockey game for in-store play. Open daily and well-reviewed by visitors for its huge movie and music inventory and nostalgic gaming floor, Spin-it is a must-visit destination for collectors and pinball fans across the Maritimes.

Sister, located at 407 Central Ave NW in Albuquerque, NM, is an independent live-music bar and restaurant with an eclectic, vintage vibe and a rotating calendar of local and national acts that has made it a downtown nightlife staple. The venue offers a curated arcade of 15 pinball machines alongside video games, craft cocktails, draft beer and bar bites (including vegan options), a lively atmosphere praised in local reviews, and regular live shows and events that attract both locals and visitors.

Helicon Brewing at 102 Union Ave in Oakdale is a 15-barrel production microbrewery and taproom that doubles as a lively brewcade—situated right on the Panhandle Trail with ample outdoor seating and a large parking lot, offering a rotating lineup of house and guest craft beers (and occasional meads). The venue is known for its tournament-friendly pinball focus, hosting events and food trucks while running a rotating collection of approximately 45 pinball machines for casual play and competitive nights. Locals and visitors praise the friendly staff, strong beer selection and fun atmosphere on review sites, making Helicon a popular stop for gamers, beer enthusiasts and trail users alike.

Boxcar Bar + Arcade (Raleigh) at 330 W Davie St is a lively bar-and-arcade in Raleigh’s Warehouse District featuring a full bar, a year‑round patio with a live music stage, daily drink deals, and a large rotating collection of classic and modern arcade games. The Raleigh location hosts about 15 pinball machines; the current roster lists the following machine IDs: 4518, 3681, 3847, 3078, 3785, 3801, 3417, 4514, 4509, 3290, 4508, 3228, 3519, 2832, 3740. Guests frequently highlight the robust game selection and energetic, friendly atmosphere in online reviews. Hours are Mon–Thu 4pm–1am, Fri–Sat 12pm–2am, and Sun 12pm–12am.

Back to the Arcade at 3300 Lehigh St in Allentown, PA is a family‑owned, retro‑themed arcade featuring classic late‑70s to early‑90s video games and a rotating collection of 16 pinball machines (750, 3799, 3227, 691, 3673, 3431, 3255, 721, 3099, 3641, 3169, 2875, 708, 3415, 3288, 3280); visitors praise the friendly owners and well‑maintained machines, and the venue is known for offering unlimited‑play access under a flat admission model for a fun, family‑friendly pinball and arcade experience.

Five Star Tower Cinemas in Newcastle at 183-185 King Street is a restored three-screen cinema operated by Five Star that blends classic cinephile charm with modern screenings, events and a laid-back bar-cafe atmosphere for pre- or post-movie drinks and snacks. The venue also houses a twelve-machine pinball arcade featuring Creature from the Black Lagoon, Foo Fighters (Premium), Indiana Jones: The Pinball Adventure, JAWS (Premium), John Wick (LE), Jurassic Park (Premium), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), The Mandalorian (LE), Space Invaders, Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Theatre of Magic and Twilight Zone, making it a go-to spot in Newcastle for both classic and modern pinball fans.

Empire Alternacade & Events Cairns, located at 86 Sheridan St in Cairns City, is an alternative arcade bar that blends classic arcade machines, retro consoles, a full bar and regular themed events for a lively, nostalgic hangout for locals and visitors alike. The venue also offers over 100 board games and a rotating collection of 15 pinball machines, making it a go-to spot for pinball and retro-gaming nights in Far North Queensland.

Tilted Arcade at The Mighty Axe, located at 5410 E High St Suite 102 in Phoenix, combines WATL-certified axe throwing and a mountain‑modern sports bar atmosphere with a pinball-focused game room and rotating collection of about 15 machines, plus 31 local craft beers, happy hour specials, family-friendly hours, leagues and regular pinball tournaments; notable machines on the floor include The Godfather, Elvira's House of Horrors, Deadpool, Stranger Things, JAWS, Foo Fighters, Jurassic Park, The Uncanny X-Men, John Wick, Godzilla

Short Circuit Arcade Bar at 204 E 3rd Ave in downtown Lexington, NC pairs a full cocktail program and self‑serve beer taps with an eclectic mix of classic and modern arcade games, creating a lively social spot for locals and visitors alike. The venue maintains a rotating collection of about 15 pinball machines alongside video cabinets, regular events and a welcoming, community‑focused atmosphere that reviewers praise for friendly staff and a fun vibe.

Plymouth Tap at 101 E Mill St in Plymouth, WI is a lively bar-and-grill known for made-to-order burgers, a full bar and a game-focused atmosphere—its website advertises 14 pinball machines (local press has reported as many as 15) alongside pool tables, darts, Golden Tee and Big Buck Hunter, making it a go-to spot for pinball enthusiasts and groups looking for a fun night out. The Tap earns consistently positive feedback for friendly staff and hearty bar fare, keeps late hours with the grill open until midnight, and offers a welcoming, casual setting ideal for game nights or relaxed dining.

Hermosa Brewing at 1855 Del Amo Blvd in Torrance is a brewpub-style taproom that pairs a rotating lineup of house beers with food-truck pop-ups, private-event space and an arcade area featuring pinball, video games, pool and darts, making it a popular spot for casual play and tournaments. The location maintains a large pinball collection, including Alien (Limited Version), Batman (The Dark Knight), Foo Fighters (Premium), Godzilla (Premium), Hot Wheels, Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Pro), John Wick (Pro), Jurassic Park (Premium), Led Zeppelin (Pro), Metallica (Premium), Pulp Fiction (SE), Rush (Premium), Star Wars (Pro), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Premium), The Big Lebowski, The Mandalorian (Premium), Venom (LE), X-Men (LE). Guests frequently praise the beer selection, friendly atmosphere and well-maintained machines in reviews, and the taproom advertises regular events and rotating food options to complement the gaming experience.

Glitch Barcadium at 44 Mulberry Ave in Lake Havasu City is a 21+ bar-arcade that pairs craft beers with new and vintage arcade games and an impressive pinball collection (about 17 machines), creating a lively, adult-focused gaming spot for locals and visitors alike. Patrons praise the friendly staff, energetic atmosphere and wide arcade/pinball selection, making it a top destination for retro gaming and casual tournaments in Havasu.

Poit's Lighthouse Mini Golf in North Eastham (5270 State Highway) is a family-run Cape Cod favorite with a full-size 18-hole lighthouse-themed adventure course, a snack counter serving soft-serve and Italian ice, and an arcade known for one of the largest collections of classic pinball machines on the Cape. Pinball machines include Atlantis, Bank Shot, Big Brave, Big Shot, Big Show, Gold Strike, Gridiron, Love Bug, Lucky Ace, Lucky Hand, Olympic Hockey, Pitch and Bat, Roller Coaster, Solar City, Time Zone, Toledo.

PinFluence is a pinball-focused arcade at 125 W Jefferson St Suite 3 in Tipton, Indiana, housed in the Side Street Mall and offering a rotating mix of classic and modern machines (titles such as Air Aces, Cyclone and Doctor Who have been listed), making it a local go-to for collectors and casual players alike; current hours and contact details (coin-operated play, Thurs–Sun schedule) are listed on Pinball Map.

Joe's Playland is a family-run seaside arcade on Salisbury Beach offering classic coin-op fun—skeeball, an ice cream counter, pool tables and a mix of retro and modern video and pinball games, with seasonal hours and a long local history that make it a popular stop for families and collectors alike. The pinball bank includes Addams Family, Aerosmith (Pro), Deadpool (Pro), Foo Fighters (Pro), Godzilla (Pro), Hercules, James Bond, Jaws (Pro), John Wick (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), KISS (Pro), Rush (Pro), The Mandalorian (Pro), Uncanny X‑Men (Pro) and Wizard of Oz, providing a broad range of classic machines and recent releases for players of all levels.

Axecadia at 55 W Nepessing St in historic downtown Lapeer is a veteran family‑owned entertainment hub that pairs five custom-built axe‑throwing lanes with a downstairs pinball and retro arcade, private party rooms, a board‑game lounge, concession snacks and signature mocktails, and it runs weekly IFPA‑affiliated Tuesday pinball tournaments for players of all skill levels. The arcade lineup focuses on a mix of classic and modern titles and currently includes Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle and Friends, Alien (Limited Version), Bram Stoker's Dracula, Creature from the Black Lagoon, Deadpool (Pro), F‑14 Tomcat, Mata Hari, Rick and Morty (Blood Suckers Edition), Robocop, Space Station, Starship Troopers, Stranger Things (Premium), The Mandalorian (Premium), Total Nuclear Annihilation (CE).