Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

Dusty Star Saloon and Smokehouse in Kalispell at 2205 U.S. 93 S pairs house‑smoked BBQ, a full bar, live music and a family‑friendly arcade room that’s great for groups and events. The venue hosts seven pinball machines, including Deadpool, Godzilla, John Wick, Star Trek and Uncanny X‑Men, making it a popular spot for casual players and local pinball tournaments.

Barricade, located at 308 East Center St in Pocatello, ID, offers a grown-up take on the classic ’80s arcade with a rotating lineup of pinball machines and vintage arcade cabinets, a relaxed barlike vibe and regular community events showcased on its active Facebook page; local reviewers praise its pinball-heavy selection and nightlife appeal on Yelp, where it’s highly rated by visitors.

Arcade Underground is a small, locally owned arcade tucked downstairs at 70 Main St in Old Town Warrenton, VA, offering a nostalgic, family-friendly spot for classic and modern arcade play. The venue features a compact, rotating lineup of roughly 30+ vintage and contemporary machines with several pinball titles on the floor (current roster lists four machines), and operates as an unmanned, pay-to-play location noted for its curated selection of cabinets. Locals praise its nostalgic game selection and convenient Old Town location in online reviews.

Hexagon Alley at 111 S 9th St #10 in downtown Columbia is a family-friendly board game café with a full café and bar, an extensive library of over 850 games, and regular events and tournaments for players of all ages and experience levels. It also serves as Columbia’s IFPA pinball league home and maintains a rotating collection of pinball machines for open play, with a change machine and nearby ATM for player convenience. Visitors can enjoy classic and modern pinball titles—PinballMap lists examples at Hexagon Alley such as The Addams Family and Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye—while sampling paninis, shareables, craft drinks, and frequent community nights that make Hexagon Alley a go-to spot for gamers and pinball enthusiasts alike.

Scoreboard Sports Bar at 4822 SE Division St in Portland is a lively neighborhood barcade and arcade restaurant pairing a full bar and pub-style menu with Skee-Ball lanes, pool, multiple TVs for game viewing and a relaxed, dive-bar vibe.
The venue maintains a rotating roster of nine pinball machines as listed on community pinball maps, making it a popular stop for pinball enthusiasts and casual players alike.
Patrons frequently praise the affordable drinks, generous sandwiches and friendly staff, and the bar’s weekend karaoke and sports-focus add to its neighborhood appeal.

The Axe Lair at 164 N 2nd Ave in downtown Upland is a high-energy axe-throwing lounge that pairs projected, competitive lanes with a front-entry pinball arcade, private karaoke rooms, digital baseball suites, a rage room and beer/snack service—perfect for walk-ins, group parties, leagues and corporate events. Its pinball lineup includes Avatar: The Battle For Pandora LE, Cactus Canyon (Remake - Special Edition Plus), Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Pro), Elvira's House of Horrors (Premium Edition), Galactic Tank Force (LE), Godzilla (70th Anniversary Premium), Jaws (Premium), John Wick (Pro), Metallica Remastered (Premium), Pulp Fiction (SE), Star Wars Comic Art (Premium), Uncanny X‑Men (Premium) and Venom (Pro).

Player 1 Video Game Bar is a 21+ barcade at 2797 S Maryland Parkway in Las Vegas that pairs a retro video-game arcade and consoles with a dedicated pinball room housing 11 machines, offering a lively gaming-and-drinks destination for locals and visitors alike. The venue features around 50 taps of craft beer, specialty cocktails, pub-style snacks and regular events and tournaments to keep the atmosphere buzzing. Many guests note a cover/card system (commonly reported as $7) that includes unlimited arcade play but typically excludes pinball, and reviews praise the friendly staff and strong drink selection.

Beercade Jr., located at 101 N 14th St Suite 1 in downtown Lincoln, is a compact craft-beer bar and arcade — the little sibling to Omaha’s Beercade — offering a rotating tap list, craft cocktails, and a mix of console and classic arcade games including Tekken and multiplayer PAC‑MAN. The venue hosts nine pinball machines on the floor, making it a regular stop for local pinball players and visitors exploring Lincoln’s game scene. Minors are allowed until 7 PM, and since opening in mid‑2021 Beercade Jr. has become a lively downtown spot for casual gamers and craft‑beer fans.

Rullo's at 560 5th Ave in Brooklyn is a lively pinball bar and barcade with nine well‑maintained pinball machines, a retro‑bistro vibe, rotating events and monthly tournaments, and two NYC League pinball teams—making it a go‑to spot for players and locals alike. Guests and reviewers highlight the variety and upkeep of the machines and friendly staff, and the venue is also known for strong cocktails, beer selections, karaoke, trivia nights and NFL happy hour, earning praise from the local pinball community and visitors on review sites.

The ZED in Portland’s Lents neighborhood at 5716 SE 92nd Ave is a community-focused food hall and event center anchored by Zoiglhaus Brewing Company, featuring a lively food hall, the Zephyr Lounge, the Zenith Room and a flexible Pavilion for markets and gatherings. The venue also hosts a rotating pinball collection of about eight machines—popular league and player favorites have included Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Judge Dredd, King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), Led Zeppelin (Premium), Safe Cracker, Star Wars: Fall of the Empire (Pro), The Mandalorian (Premium) and The Uncanny X‑Men (Pro)—making The ZED a go-to spot for pinball enthusiasts and retro gaming events.

Wow Arcade at 3065 Route 50 in the Wilton Mall (Saratoga Springs, NY) is a family-friendly mall arcade tucked near the food court offering classic video games alongside a focused pinball lineup. The location features eight pinball machines—including Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), High Speed, Iron Man, Bride of Pin‑Bot and others—listed on regional pinball maps for casual play and collection-minded visitors. Wow Arcade also hosts the Saratoga Silverball pinball league on Sundays, making it a regular meet-up spot for local players and leagues.

Purdy's Craft House & Arcade at 16202 64th St E in Sumner, WA is a family-friendly bar and arcade that pairs European-style pub food, a broad local beer selection, live music and plentiful sports TVs with a large arcade area for casual and serious players alike. The front arcade features dozens of classic video cabinets and a ten-machine pinball lineup including Deadpool (Pro), Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Premium), Ghostbusters (Pro), Godzilla (Premium), Jaws (Premium), John Wick (Premium), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Premium), Medieval Madness (Merlin Edition), Metallica Remastered (Premium), Pulp Fiction (SE).

Shortstop Bar & Grill at 99 Springfield Rd in Westfield, MA is a family‑owned, full‑service sports bar and grill offering pub grub, a wide beer selection, a patio, many TVs and regular live music and events. The venue, operated with Game Changer Amusements and a verified Stern Insider location that hosts monthly IFPA‑sanctioned tournaments, features a rotating pinball lineup including Congo, Ghostbusters (Pro), Jaws (Pro), Jurassic Park (Premium), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), Metallica Remastered (Premium), Stranger Things (Pro), and The Mandalorian (Pro).

Bangor Beer Company is a lively brewery and taproom at 330 Bangor Mall Blvd in Bangor, Maine, celebrated for a rotating lineup of craft beers, inventive bar food, a string‑lit atmosphere and indoor/outdoor seating that make it a local favorite and pinball hangout (noted for free-play Mondays on community listings). The pinball collection includes Black Knight Sword of Rage (Pro), Deadpool (Pro), Godzilla (Premium), Guns N' Roses (LE), Harry Potter (Collectors Edition), Jaws (Pro), Jurassic Park (Pro), OXO and Stranger Things (Pro), offering a mix of modern and classic machines for casual players and collectors alike.

J Bo Pizza & Rib Co at 1301 Florida Rd in Durango is a lively pizza-and-ribs restaurant with a casual dining room, full bar, outdoor patio and a games area that serves pizza, BBQ and a selection of beers. The venue maintains nine pinball machines and regularly hosts local pinball nights and leagues. Avengers: Infinity Quest, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye, Godzilla, Jaws, John Wick, King Kong: Myth of Terror Island, Munsters, The Uncanny X‑Men, Venom. Diners and visitors praise the friendly service, fun atmosphere and well-maintained games on review sites, making J Bo's a popular spot for casual meals and pinball in Durango.

Beer, at 1410 SE Stark St in Portland’s Buckman neighborhood, is a laid-back neighborhood beer bar with a rotating tap list, a wide bottle selection, late-night hours and a tucked-away pinball room that’s popular with locals and visitors alike. The pinball collection includes Jack-Bot, Star Trek: The Next Generation, AC/DC (Pro), Creature from the Black Lagoon, Godzilla (Premium), Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Pro), Hi-Deal, World Cup Soccer.

Located at 2110 Main St in Vancouver, WA, The Thirsty Sasquatch is a cozy taproom and pizza-focused bar offering giant New York–style pizza slices, a rotating selection of draft beers and craft cocktails, plus indoor and outdoor seating and a laid-back neighborhood vibe. The arcade area hosts a rotating lineup of pinball machines including Avengers: Infinity Quest (Pro), Godzilla (Pro), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Jaws (Pro), Jurassic Park (Pro), Medieval Madness (Classic Edition Remake), Pulp Fiction (SE), Star Wars (Pro), Theatre of Magic, Venom (Pro).

The Potion Portal, at 2329 28th St N in St. Petersburg, FL, is a vibrant bar-and-game room offering pool, darts, skee-ball, air hockey, board and video games and a rotating lineup of nine pinball machines for casual play and competitions. Popular with locals for its craft beer and cider selection, friendly staff and regular themed nights, it earns strong reviews on Yelp and local listings. The venue also hosts events such as free game-play nights and live entertainment and typically opens in the late afternoon, making it a relaxed spot for evenings out.

Berserk, located at 125 S Stevens St in downtown Spokane, is an intimate, punk‑infused pinball bar that houses nine pinball machines, a pool table and an old‑school 45rpm jukebox alongside a rotating selection of regional draft beers and classic cocktails, with regular pinball tournaments and leagues for enthusiasts.Renowned for its edgy, community‑driven atmosphere and service‑industry regulars, Berserk is dog‑friendly and frequented by locals for live music and themed events, with active social pages for updates and event listings.

The Lost Abbey Brewing Co. Vista tasting room at 1347 Keystone Way in Vista, CA brings Lost Abbey’s Belgian-inspired sours, barrel-aged and hop-forward beers to a roomy, casual taproom and tasting space for locals and visitors alike. The site is also a beercade destination with a nine-machine pinball bank that draws regular play and events; Pinball Map lists the location and its machines, and its machine roster includes titles such as Godzilla (Pro) and JAWS (50th Anniversary). Local pinball groups regularly host tournaments and meetups at the Vista tasting room, with SD Pinball and the Lost Abbey Vista Instagram highlighting pinball nights and community events.

Buttermilk Bar at 577 5th Ave in Brooklyn’s South Slope is a laid-back, adult-focused barcade and dive bar that pairs affordable drink deals and a jukebox with pool tables, air hockey, skee‑ball, darts and vintage video games, making it a popular spot for groups and pinball fans. The venue features a rotating collection of seven pinball machines, runs leagues and events, and is regularly praised in reviews for its relaxed, convivial vibe and attentive staff — a neighborhood favorite for casual nights out.

The Sip is a family-friendly, pay-by-the-ounce self-serve taproom and wine lounge at 18801 Front St NE in downtown Poulsbo with 36 rotating taps featuring beer, wine, cider, kombucha, cold brew and craft sodas, a casual food menu, and on-site games including pinball, shuffleboard and arcade/board games—guests activate a tap card to sample or pour any amount, and the venue hosts regular events and live music, open daily 11:30am–9pm.

Full Hearts Arcade & Eats at 328 Main St in downtown Half Moon Bay is a family-friendly barcade and casual eatery pairing burgers, pizza, wings and draft beer with indoor/outdoor seating, gluten-free options, party packages and regular pinball events (open midweek and weekends; closed Mon–Tue). Players will find eight well-maintained pinball machines — including Godzilla (Premium), Jaws (Premium), Iron Man, Batman ’66, The Mandalorian, Hot Wheels, Labyrinth and Swords of Fury — with token play, tournaments and a local pinball league that make it a popular spot for gamers and families alike.

Laughlin River Lodge at 2700 S Casino Dr in Laughlin, NV is a hotel and casino with an on-site game room/arcade and regular live entertainment, offering guests casual gaming and dining options on the riverfront property. The arcade is reported to include about 10 pinball machines, and visitors also note amenities such as bowling, pools and multiple restaurants that make it a convenient stop for families and pinball enthusiasts exploring Laughlin

Keith's Deli at 115 S. Ohio Ave in Sidney, OH is a locally loved sandwich shop known for made-to-order deli classics like the Reuben and Hot Pastrami and specialty pizzas such as hot honey and chicken bacon ranch, with online ordering and friendly service noted by customers; the casual downtown spot also features retro arcade gaming and is home to nine pinball machines, making it a fun choice for families, game nights, or a quick, flavorful lunch between errands.

Shipyard Brewing Company at 27 Hancock St in Portland is a family-owned craft brewery and tasting room offering award-winning beers, tours, tastings, and branded merchandise in a relaxed waterfront setting. The tasting room also features a lively back area with a lineup of eight pinball machines and regularly hosts local pinball tournaments and knockouts, making it a popular spot for casual play alongside beer flights.

The Palace Arcade (Victoria Park) at 774 Albany Highway, East Victoria Park is a retro arcade bar that pairs original arcade cabinets and a rotating roster of pinball machines with craft beers, cocktails and New York–style pizza, serving as a family‑friendly daytime hangout and a popular nightlife spot with consistently positive local reviews. The Victoria Park pinball lineup includes AC/DC (Premium) Fish Tales Star Trek (Premium) Medieval Madness, among other well‑maintained machines.