Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

Bowlero at 1611 S Randall Rd in Algonquin, IL is a full-service entertainment destination combining bowling lanes, a lively arcade, a full bar and casual dining with private-party spaces; it also hosts a fourteen-machine pinball bank that adds appeal for collectors and casual players alike. Guests and reviewers frequently note the fun atmosphere, friendly staff and solid food-and-drink options, making Bowlero a popular choice for family nights, birthdays and group outings.

Bonus Round is a retro-themed arcade bar at 1665 Pine St in downtown Redding, CA, featuring a rotating mix of classic arcade and pinball games and expected to offer up to 40 pinball and other gaming machines, making it a destination for vintage-game enthusiasts and competitive players. The venue posts regular updates on its social pages, operates all-ages until the evening then 21+ later, and hosts events like DJ nights, karaoke, and fighting-game nights that draw the local community.

Press Start in downtown Rapid City at 504 Mt. Rushmore Rd is a family-owned barcade with two huge levels of quarter-operated arcade gaming—featuring a Retro Dungeon downstairs with pinball and multiplayer cabinets—plus a full bar, signature cocktails and coal-fired pizzas; the venue is family-friendly during the day and 21+ after 10:00 PM. Visitors praise the packed selection of new and nostalgic machines (nearly 100 retro games), ticket redemption and crane games, and a lively atmosphere that consistently earns strong local reviews.

Waiting Room Bar & Venue at 10419 St. Charles Rock Rd in St. Ann is a longtime locally owned pinball pub and live-music venue with a rotating collection of well-maintained machines, six local craft taps and a roomy patio, plus weekly pinball league nights and regular beer- or music-themed events; machines on rotation have included Dirty Harry, Revenge From Mars, Champion Pub, The Walking Dead and Rob Zombie alongside other classic and modern titles

Artcade at 1149 1st St S in Winter Haven, FL is a retro arcade and creative community space featuring a diverse collection of 13 pinball machines (2727, 778, 737, 670, 687, 896, 3255, 1591, 3431, 3415, 723, 1579, 779) alongside classic video games, billiards, darts and a cozy lounge for parties and events; the venue typically offers all-day unlimited play for around $15 or hourly play for about $10 according to its Facebook page. Locally praised for friendly staff, relaxed vibes and being family- and group-friendly, Artcade hosts private events, game competitions and art socials, making it a popular spot for visitors and residents alike.

Clarkade is a popular retro arcade and game shop at 6140 Chambersburg Rd (Huber Heights/Dayton), open daily from 12 PM with typical hours 12–10 PM (12–9 PM Sunday). The arcade floor boasts over 100 classic and modern cabinets—Donkey Kong, Galaga, Street Fighter II, DDR and Neo Geo among them—and a sizable pinball bank the site lists as including Addam’s Family, Fun House, Pinbot, Revenge From Mars, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Stern), Walking Dead and others (14 machines listed). In addition to on-site play, Clarkade runs a retail store for new and used games, hosts events and tournaments, and performs game repairs, earning a strong local reputation for friendly staff and a deep nostalgic collection for pinball and retro-gaming fans.

Prince Arcades, located at 639 E. Boughton Rd. (Promenade Bolingbrook), is a family‑friendly, admission‑based retro arcade offering unlimited all‑day play on classic video games, Skee‑Ball, simulators and a rotating collection of pinball machines (over 10 on the floor), plus private party space and custom multi‑game cabinets — daily passes, hours and party booking info are available on their official site. Locals praise the clean, well‑maintained machines, welcoming staff and kid‑friendly atmosphere, making it a popular spot for birthdays, nostalgic gaming sessions and casual outings.

The Grid Arcade Bar at 2414 N Pace Blvd in Pensacola, FL is a lively retro arcade bar that combines token-operated classic video games with a rotating pinball collection; pinball machines include Stern Jaws, Stern Dr. No 007, Stern Tron Legacy, Stern Star Wars, Stern Godzilla, Bally Night Rider, Bally Flash Gordon, Williams Flash, Williams Rollergames and Williams Highspeed. Family-friendly until 9pm (18+ after), the venue offers craft cocktails, beer and wine, accepts cash and cards for tokens, and hosts regular events like a pinball league, air-hockey tournaments, trivia, karaoke and brunch specials, making it a top local destination for nostalgic gaming and nightlife in Pensacola.

South Sound Vapor Lounge | The Turtle Lounge at 200 Division St NW in Olympia combines a full-service vape shop with a casual lounge and bar, adding canned beer and a curated 12‑tap selection in 2020 for a relaxed, community-focused hangout. The venue offers a spacious bar, a free pool table, dog‑friendly seating and welcomes outside food, and in October 2025 added pinball machines (specific machine titles are not listed online) — making it a mixed-use spot for vaping, drinks and games. Reviews highlight helpful, knowledgeable staff and a friendly local atmosphere, appealing to both vape customers and casual bargoers.

Player 2 Arcade Bar in downtown Appleton at 215 E College Ave is a retro‑themed arcade bar that pairs a full bar with a rotating lineup of arcade and pinball machines. Their current pinball roster numbers 13 — the full, regularly updated machine list is published on their website — and guests frequently praise the friendly staff and lively, casual atmosphere in reviews.

The Republic Bottle Shop at 9414 State Ave in Marysville is a community‑focused bottle shop and taproom offering an extensive selection of craft beer, cider and seltzer for take‑home (including growlers and rotating draft offerings) alongside a laid‑back retail space that doubles as a pinball hangout. It currently hosts 13 pinball machines, creating a hybrid bottle‑shop/arcade vibe that draws players for casual games and local tournaments, while customers praise the friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere.

Stardust is a David Bowie–inspired, 21+ pinball bar and pizza arcade tucked into downtown Phoenix at 401 W Van Buren, accessed through Ziggy’s Magic Pizza with a speakeasy vibe, light-up dance floor, and a full cocktail and draft beer program served alongside pizza by the slice. The venue hosts a rotating floor of 13 pay‑per‑play pinball machines, with titles reported to include Doctor Who, No Fear: Dangerous Sports, JAWS (Premium), and Rick and Morty (Blood Sucker Edition). Locals and visitors praise the lively retro-meets-club atmosphere, varied machine selection, and convenient late‑night location near The Van Buren.

HI Score is a retro pinball arcade in Kailua-Kona at 77-6425 Kuakini Hwy (Sunset Shopping Plaza) offering unlimited play on a flat entry fee with all games set to free play; the intimate venue features a curated collection of 13 pinball machines including Diner, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Pro), Elvis, Gridiron, Hurricane, Jumping Jack, Machine: Bride of Pinbot, Meteor, Monopoly, Monte Carlo, Royal Guard, Silver Slugger, The Simpsons, plus vintage arcade cabinets, karaoke, free popcorn, BYO food and drinks, and private-rental options for parties—open on weekends with a friendly, nostalgic atmosphere popular with locals and visitors.

Colorado Pinball Pub at 303 E Hwy 105 in Monument, CO is a lively barcade offering a full handcrafted bar with a large whiskey selection, local beer, pub food, a family-friendly atmosphere (21+ after 11pm) and game rooms where you pay by the hour for unlimited play.

The Monument location hosts thirteen pinball machines including Cactus Canyon, Creature from the Black Lagoon, Foo Fighters (Pro), Ghostbusters (Premium), Godzilla (Premium), Jurassic Park (Pro), Monster Bash (Classic Edition), Pirates of the Caribbean, South Park, Star Wars (Pro), Street Fighter II, Uncanny X-Men (Pro), and Who Dunnit, with sessions commonly offered around $15 per person per hour.

Corky’s Gaming Bistro in Grapevine blends a retro, old‑school arcade and pinball room (about 13 machines) with an arcade bar and pizza-forward menu, plus axe‑throwing lanes, Krazy Darts, themed escape rooms and a golf suite — all backed by a full bar serving craft beers and signature cocktails for lively nights and group events. Reviewers praise the friendly staff, family‑friendly atmosphere for daytime visits and the axe‑throwing digital games/auto‑scoring and party packages that make it a popular destination for date nights, corporate team building, and birthday parties.

Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative is a member‑owned brewcade and taproom at 1712 Marshall St NE in Minneapolis that pairs award‑quality rotating beers, Curioso Coffee, food offerings and a lively event calendar with a spacious, dog‑friendly game room and kid’s play area for a communal, game‑night atmosphere. The taproom also doubles as a pinball arcade with a rotating collection of roughly thirteen machines, featuring titles such as Austin Powers, Eight Ball Deluxe, Foo Fighters (Pro), High Speed, James Bond 007 (Pro), KISS (Pro), Road Show, The Simpsons, Spin Out, Star Wars (Pro), Venom (Premium) and other classics and moderns for players of all skill levels.

Tilt Arcade Bar at 359 Talbot St in downtown London, ON is a lively retro arcade bar that pairs a roomy, social atmosphere and a full food and drink menu with a deep games offering and a rotating roster of 13 pinball machines, making it a popular hangout for groups and pinball fans alike. The pinball lineup features AC / DC (Premium), Foo Fighters, Revenge from Mars, Rick and Morty, Rocky and Bullwinkle, Simpson's Pinball Party, South Park, Spider-man, Strange Science, Stranger Things (Premium), Transformers (Limited Edition) and Uncanny X-Men, alongside dozens of free-play arcade classics and consoles for hours of gaming.

Boxcar Bar + Arcade at 120 West Lewis St in downtown Greensboro is a lively arcade bar with a full bar, pizza kitchen and covered patio that features dozens of classic and modern arcade cabinets plus a dedicated bank of 13 pinball machines—including limited-edition titles like Foo Fighters LE, Godzilla LE, Jaws LE and John Wick LE—alongside skee‑ball, air hockey and racing games. It offers drink specials, live music, private-event space and evening hours, and is regularly praised in local reviews for its fun atmosphere, broad game selection and friendly staff.

Fun-O-Rama is a vintage, family-friendly arcade at 13 Beach St on Short Sands Beach in York Beach, Maine, offering a nostalgic mix of classic and modern video and ticket games with an on-site prize counter." Open seasonally from Memorial Day (weekends only through late June) and daily through Labor Day, it serves as a popular seaside stop for families and beachgoers.Reviews note a broad variety of amusements alongside occasional maintenance critiques, and the location is listed on local guides including Yelp and Pinball Map for visitor information.The current pinball lineup includes machines numbered 3800, 923, 710, 695, 688, 643, 665, 687, 683, 666, 698 and 1200.

Floyd's Arcade and Pinball is a family-friendly freeplay arcade at 11366 U.S. 24 in Roanoke, Indiana, offering flat-fee admission (hourly and all-day passes), classic arcade cabinets, skee‑ball, VR and console play, a welcoming kid-friendly atmosphere and active social pages for hours, events and lineup updates. Current pinball machines include Slap-the-Japs, A-B-C, Shoot-A-Line, Jungle Life, Ditto, Flicker, Black Knight Limited Edition, Fairway, Derby Winner, Delta Queen, Double Action, Dealer's Choice, Disk Jockey.

Cheyenne Ice & Event Center at 1530 West Lincolnway in Cheyenne, WY is a versatile seasonal arena and family entertainment complex centered on an NHL-sized rink that hosts public skating, youth and adult hockey, freestyle sessions and a wide range of community events and rentals. The facility includes an on-site arcade with 13 pinball machines plus claw and racing games (all quarter-operated) and additional attractions such as laser tag, mini-golf and bumper cars, making it a popular choice for birthday parties, group outings and larger shows and expos.

1-Up Lounge at 1121 McKenzie Ave in Bellingham is a retro-modern arcade bar and lounge serving pizza, cocktails and craft beer while hosting a strong gaming lineup—including 13 pinball machines and classic consoles—open all-ages until 7pm with 18+ evenings and regular tournaments and community events. Loved by locals for its friendly staff, well-maintained machines and lively atmosphere, it’s a popular spot for casual play or competitive nights in Fairhaven.

Retro Rewind 209, located at 537 I St in Los Banos, CA, is a nostalgic retro arcade featuring pinball machines, classic and modern arcade games and claw machines, creating a family-friendly hangout for gamers of all ages. The spacious venue bills itself as a roughly 5,000‑square‑foot play area with nearly 100 games, offering both restored classics and contemporary arcade experiences. Many listings note the location is a cash/quarter-operated arcade popular with local pinball enthusiasts and collectors.

MarTEEnez Minigolf is a neon‑lit, glow‑in‑the‑dark indoor mini golf and retro arcade at 701 Escobar St in downtown Martinez, offering an interactive year‑round course, party room, snacks and a beer/beer‑cocktail bar alongside a quarters‑operated arcade and onsite change machine. The expanding pinball collection of roughly a dozen machines includes Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye (Pro), Deadpool (Pro), Waterworld. Open Thursday through Sunday and highly rated by locals for its fun atmosphere and party offerings, MarTEEnez is a family‑friendly spot that blends nostalgic arcade play with lively mini golf entertainment.

DK Effect at 1600 E 3rd St in Dayton, OH is a lively craft‑beer arcade and community hub blending over 100 arcade games with a large pinball lineup, 40 craft beers on tap, a patio and a friendly, casual atmosphere. Its rotating pinball selection includes Attack From Mars (Remake - Special), Black Knight Sword of Rage (Pro), Deadpool (Pro), Foo Fighters (Pro), Game Of Thrones (Pro), Ghostbusters (Pro), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Hot Wheels, Houdini, Nascar, Oktoberfest, Rush (Pro), The Avengers (Pro), The Walking Dead (Pro), Venom (Pro). DK Effect hosts a Social Pinball League on Mondays, partners with Gionino’s for pizza, and is frequently noted in local coverage for successfully pairing nostalgic arcade fun with a modern craft‑beer bar experience.

Pizza J at 967 Westminster St in Providence, RI is a lively pizza-and-pinball destination that blends a creative pizza restaurant, arcade bar and tournament-friendly pinball arcade for nights out on Federal Hill. The venue features 13 pinball machines alongside a menu of inventive pies, grinders and a rotating selection of craft beers, creating a casual, social atmosphere for players and diners alike. Guests consistently praise the upbeat vibe, friendly staff and solid pizza in online reviews, making Pizza J a popular spot for both casual meals and pinball sessions in Providence.

Black Raven Brewing – Woodinville, located at 15902 Redmond‑Woodinville Rd NE in Woodinville, WA, is a bustling craft brewery and taproom known for house‑brewed ales, rotating and seasonal taps, ample seating and parking, and a warm, family‑friendly atmosphere; the Woodinville location is the brewery’s main production taproom and hosts special releases and events. The taproom also features a dedicated pinball area with 13 machines and regular weekly pinball nights/tournaments (Pinball Mania), making it a go‑to spot for both beer lovers and pinball enthusiasts.

Moonwalker Billiards is a pinball-focused pool hall and arcade located inside Arnot Mall at 3300 Chambers Rd in Horseheads, NY, featuring a reported 13 pinball machines alongside pool tables and retro arcade games for open play. Notable machines on the floor include Alice Cooper's Nightmare Castle, The Godfather (CE), Scooby-Doo (Blood Sucker Edition) and The Simpsons Pinball Party, with a rotating mix of modern Stern and Spooky releases. The venue posts hours, events and updates on its Facebook page and offers a casual mall-side spot for players, leagues and collectors alike.

Arcade Alley at 5 Oakland Ave in Warwick, NY is a family-friendly downtown arcade with a rotating mix of vintage and modern pinball and arcade cabinets — Pinball Map lists 13 pinball machines including Blue Chip, Getaway: High Speed II, Hardbody and Jet Spin, alongside classic arcade titles. Guests praise the clean, welcoming atmosphere and kind owner on Yelp and Facebook, and visitors can purchase timed play sessions (30 or 60 minutes) for unlimited play during their slot, making it a popular stop for families and pinball enthusiasts alike

Pinball Capital at Whitewater Cinemas (151 East Pearson Ln, Whitewater, WI) is a movie‑theater arcade that features a rotating collection of 13 pinball machines for casual play and competitive nights. Machines run on quarters with a change machine in the lobby, several titles are connected to Stern Insider, and the venue hosts regular pinball league nights and all‑day play specials, making it a convenient spot for families and enthusiasts alike.