Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

47 Hills Brewing Company at 137 S Linden Ave in South San Francisco is a family- and dog-friendly brewery taproom and beer garden that pairs rotating craft beers and growlers to go with a kitchen serving pizza, burgers and wings, creating a relaxed brewcade atmosphere for kids, adults and groups. Guests praise the friendly staff and spacious seating, and the venue doubles as an arcade bar with a nostalgic pinball collection including AC/DC (Premium), Aerosmith (Pro), Attack From Mars (Remake - Classic), Batman 66 (Premium), Creature from the Black Lagoon, Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Premium), James Bond 007 (Pro), Mata Hari, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro), The Simpsons Pinball Party, The Who's Tommy Pinball Wizard, Twilight Zone.

Global Brew Tap House at 2100 Prairie St in St. Charles is a beer-forward taproom with roughly 50 beers on tap, hundreds of bottles, seasonal outdoor seating and regular release events with food-truck service, making it a popular local gathering spot for craft-beer lovers. The lively space also hosts a rotating pinball collection, including Metallica Remastered (Premium), Foo Fighters (Pro), Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye (Pro), JAWS (Pro), The Uncanny X‑Men (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), Stranger Things (Pro), Venom (Pro), and John Wick (Pro), and draws positive reviews for its friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere.

PLAY Arcade Bar & Restaurant at 34 Union St in New Bedford, MA is an 80s‑style pinball arcade and full‑service bar and restaurant featuring a rotating collection of pinball machines (nine listed on the current floor) and dozens of classic arcade titles—examples include Addams Family, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Rick & Morty, Walking Dead, Lethal Weapon and the giant Hercules—paired with scratch‑made pub food (vegan and gluten‑free options), a craft beer list, rooftop deck and regular live music and events; the venue is family‑friendly until 8PM and 21+ after 8PM, with typical hours Wed–Fri 5PM–midnight, Sat noon–midnight and Sun noon–9PM. Locals praise the lively atmosphere, solid drinks and friendly staff on review sites.

RailYard Fenton at 234 N Leroy St in Fenton, MI is a lively shipping-container food park, pub and arcade featuring a self-serve beer wall, pizza and rotating food vendors, live music, and indoor game areas including pool and shuffleboard, creating a casual, social destination for groups and families. It houses nine pinball machines (IDs: 834, 662, 3271, 687, 3785, 2924, 3800, 3416, 3022) alongside classic arcade games, as listed on local pinball directories. Well-reviewed by patrons for its food, atmosphere and entertainment offerings, RailYard blends casual dining with evening events and bar service for a full night-out experience.

Reboot Arcade Bar at 534 N Liberty St in downtown Winston‑Salem is a full‑service 80s/90s‑style arcade bar with craft cocktails, draft beer, frequent live local bands, DJs and karaoke, and a large, rotating collection of vintage and restored arcade and pinball machines that the venue bills as 60+ games on the floor. Current pinball offerings include Batman Forever, Creature from the Black Lagoon, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Pro), Godzilla (Pro), Jaws (Pro), Star Wars (Premium), Stranger Things (Premium), Uncanny X‑Men (Pro), Venom (Pro).

Video Games Plus at 1143 NE Stephens St in Roseburg, OR is an independently owned video game store that blends a broad selection of retro and modern titles with a connected self-serve frozen yogurt counter and regular monthly IFPA pinball tournaments, making it a popular local hangout for families and collectors. The shop is praised for friendly, knowledgeable staff, a well-organized layout and good prices in customer reviews. Its growing pinball lineup includes Avengers: Infinity Quest (Pro), Godzilla (Premium), Grand Prix, James Bond 007 (Pro), Strikes and Spares, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro), Venom (Pro).

Nerd Alert Carriage Crossing, located at 4680 Merchants Park Cir Suite 214 in Collierville, TN, is a retro-focused arcade offering 80s/90s video-game classics alongside a curated, rotating selection of machines. It features a small pinball lineup (3022, 4506, 3799, 2569, 667, 3415) and is known locally for its nostalgic atmosphere and friendly staff, with hours, events and community updates maintained on its active Facebook page.

O-Nett Gaming Co at 215 W. Washington St in Ottawa, Illinois is a retro-focused game shop and nostalgic arcade offering vintage and current video games, trading cards, comics and collectibles; its on-site arcade has 30+ games set to free-play with arcade passes commonly offered at $5 per hour or $10 all day, and the venue hosts private parties with a $50-per-hour party option for groups up to 35 guests. The pinball lineup rotates but has included Fire!, Gold Wings, Grand Lizard, Mousin' Around!, Pistol Poker, Rescue 911, Space Jam, Starship Troopers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro).

The Commons at Federal Way, located at 1928 S Commons in Federal Way, WA, features a family-friendly arcade across from Century Theatres offering a mix of new and retro games for all ages. The arcade is reported to host about nine pinball machines, including titles such as Deadpool (Pro) and Iron Maiden, providing a compact, varied pinball collection for enthusiasts visiting the mall.

BrewDog DogTap Canal Winchester at 96 Gender Rd is a brewpub-style taproom and hotel featuring a large rotating selection of BrewDog and guest beers, a full menu of burgers, pizzas and sharing plates, outdoor seating and event space, and an on-site arcade; the venue typically houses nine pinball machines (current machine IDs include 3640, 3738, 3673, 2843, 3022, 3415, 3226, 3288). Customers praise the friendly staff, family- and dog-friendly atmosphere and solid bar food in reviews, making it a popular destination for craft-beer fans who want food and games in one spot.

The Event Horizon Arcade at 8 Old Bloomfield Pike #100 in Bardstown, KY is a family-friendly video arcade featuring 50+ classic and modern arcade titles — including a strong selection of pinball machines alongside Pac-Man, racing, platform and light-gun games — with most machines typically set to free play and praised by visitors for its welcoming staff and kid-friendly atmosphere. The location announced it closed its current storefront as of November 29 and plans to reopen in the spring at a new site, so check the arcade’s Facebook page for the latest updates and reopening details.

Paramount Bar and Grill at 200 20th St N in downtown Birmingham is a lively bar-and-grill that pairs creative pub grub and a full bar with a vintage industrial‑chic interior, abundant TVs and an on-site arcade (they run half‑price arcade game specials during parts of the week). It hosts nine pinball machines (IDs: 3845, 3738, 2875, 3799, 3226, 3169, 3640, 3415, 3288) alongside classic arcade cabinets, making it a popular spot for gamers and sports fans seeking bites, drinks and vintage gaming in downtown Birmingham.

RAD Retrocade West at 4025 North Mesa Street in El Paso is a lively arcade bar and grill that combines a full kitchen and craft drinks with a large retro game floor—family-friendly during the day and 21+ at night—featuring over ten well-maintained pinball machines alongside dozens of classic arcade cabinets, pool and darts. Guests praise the nostalgic decor, DJ nights and dance floor, solid food (notably pizza and loaded fries) and attentive bartenders, making it a popular spot for casual family outings, group events and private parties; the venue also offers ample parking and late-night hours most days.

The Last Level Bar & Games at 14281 Fenton Rd is a retro-themed bar-arcade and board game destination combining a full bar, Retro Rick’s comfort kitchen, free-play classics and consoles, weekly leagues and events, and a lively, social atmosphere popular with date nights and groups. The venue hosts nine pinball machines, including Deadpool (Pro), Dungeons & Dragons, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Jurassic Park, Godzilla, Venom, JAWS, and Royal Rumble Pinball, with a mix of free-play and quarter/token games and regular tournaments and leagues for enthusiasts.

Corner Pocket is a lively West Seattle billiards bar and pinball hangout at 4302 SW Alaska St offering pool, darts, skee‑ball, a simple bar menu and cold drinks in a relaxed, community‑friendly space that gets steady local reviews for its value pinball and friendly staff. The compact nine‑game pinball lineup includes Attack from Mars, Black Knight Sword of Rage (Pro), Godzilla (Pro), Jurassic Park (Pro), Pulp Fiction (SE), Scared Stiff, Spider‑Man VE, Star Trek: The Next Generation and Theatre of Magic, as listed on community pinball maps and local listings.

Quarter Barrel at 616 2nd Ave SE in Cedar Rapids is an industrial brick‑walled pizzeria, craft brewery and quarter arcade that pairs New York‑style pizza and a large rotating tap list with a floor of classic arcade games and pinball machines. Its pinball lineup includes Ghostbusters Premium, Iron Maiden, The Shadow, Count-Down, Batman Forever, The Simpsons, Whirlwind and Fish Tales, and visitors frequently praise the food and game selection in reviews.

Swords & Superheroes / Time Loop Arcade in Kingwood (22210 TX‑494 Loop) is a family‑friendly retro free‑play arcade and hobby game store offering classic video games, pinball, pool, ping‑pong, laser tag, an outdoor Nerf course and an 18‑hole mini golf course, plus group and event packages for kids and adults alike. The pinball lineup includes Munsters, Baby Pac‑Man, Black Knight, Batman ’66 (Premium), Cactus Canyon, Star Wars, Ghostbusters, and Spider‑Man. Visitors frequently note the owner’s welcoming atmosphere and well‑kept machines, with positive reviews highlighting the variety of vintage titles and family‑oriented amenities.

Located at 1271 King St in Riverside, Jacksonville, Keg & Coin is a lively craft-beer barcade that pairs a rotating selection of draft and packaged beer with a dense lineup of vintage arcade cabinets, consoles and bar-top games. The venue features 15 rotating taps and beer-to-go alongside gifts and bottles/cans, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. Its arcade includes nine Stern pinball machines linked to Stern’s online scoreboard—titles include Ghostbusters, Jaws, Star Wars, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Venom, Deadpool, Avengers and Stranger Things—plus classic cabinets like Pac-Man, Galaga and NBA Jam, with monthly tournaments and .50 pinball nights for competitive play.

TimeWarp Cards and Comics is a family-owned comics and hobby shop located inside EastGate Mall at 4601 Eastgate Blvd in Cincinnati, offering a large selection of back-issue comics, trading cards, gaming supplies and a collector-friendly atmosphere. The shop also features a pinball area with machines such as Foo Fighters, JAWS, Jurassic Park, The Mandalorian and Venom, making it a great stop for collectors and casual players alike.

Grove Social at 225 Waterworks Rd in Ashgrove is a lively bar-restaurant and beer garden serving craft cocktails, local beers and casual shared plates, with regular events like open mic nights and schnitty specials that make it a popular local hangout. It also features a strong pinball lineup including The Addams Family, Batman ’66 (Premium), KISS, Star Wars and F-14 Tomcat alongside a rotating selection of arcade games for players of all skill levels.

Corner Pins at 147 S Main St in downtown Lima is a lively duckpin bowling alley and retro arcade tucked above Casa Lu Al in the Spring & Main building, offering a blend of modern and vintage vibes with food and cocktails from neighboring eateries, lane bookings for groups and events, and a pinball lounge that features nine classic machines for players to enjoy, making it a popular spot for nights out and casual competition.

BareWolf Brewing, at 12 Oakland St in Amesbury, MA, is a family- and friends-operated microbrewery serving small-batch, unfiltered beers in a relaxed, living-room style taproom that emphasizes hand-brewed, rotating taps and community events. The taproom doubles as a casual game space with eight pinball machines—mixing modern and classic titles—and regularly hosts live music, food trucks and other local happenings that create a lively, welcoming vibe for visitors. Guests frequently praise the friendly staff, approachable atmosphere and quality brews in local reviews.

Touchdown's Sports Bar & Grill at 14622 15th Ave NE in Shoreline is a lively, sports-focused bar featuring dozens of TVs (including two 143" projector screens), a full pub-grub menu known for wings and burgers, and a large game area with skeeball, shuffleboard, pool, darts, Golden Tee and a wall of pull-tab games—open daily from morning through late night per the venue's site. The bar also hosts a bank of public pinball machines, with Pinball Map listing titles such as Deadpool and Dungeons & Dragons among its lineup; guests frequently praise the friendly staff and broad game selection in reviews on Yelp.

The Juke Joint at 735 N Anaheim Blvd in Anaheim, CA is a lively, late‑night bar and music venue with a full cocktail program, dozens of beers on draft, jukebox, pool, darts, karaoke and regular DJs that keep a fun, dive‑bar vibe year‑round; patrons praise the atmosphere, drink selection and friendly staff. The bar also hosts a rotating lineup of pinball machines for players, including Foo Fighters (Pro), John Wick (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Premium) and Deadpool (Pro), making it a popular spot for pinball enthusiasts in Anaheim.

Game On Retro Arcade, located at 362 Smith Haven Mall in Lake Grove, NY, is a nostalgic, family-friendly arcade set in the mall food court that offers over 100 original-hardware cabinets (CRT monitors) on all-day free play for a flat fee, plus memberships, party rentals, and event bookings per the arcade's website. The location also hosts a small but rotating pinball selection—Pinside lists machines such as Spider-Man, Star Wars Episode I, Stranger Things (Pro) and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro)—and guest reviews praise its large, well-maintained retro game collection and welcoming atmosphere.

Two Flips Pinball & Gifts (formerly Two Fools Gifts and Games) at 73 Windermere Ave in Greenwood Lake, NY is a cozy, family-friendly pinball arcade and gift shop that pairs nine hand-picked pinball machines with a tea-centric cafe, a Japanese-style ramen bar, tournaments and private-event bookings, plus over 150 exotic snacks and imported drinks; wristbands are required to play and the venue emphasizes a welcoming, community vibe. The current pinball lineup includes Big Guns, F-14 Tomcat, Jurassic Park, PIN•BOT, Iron Maiden, Terminator 2, Jokerz, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Premium), and Star Wars.

Monsterama Arcade, also known as Monsterama Pubcade, at 3104 S.W. Ninth St., Suite 1 in Des Moines is a horror‑themed pubcade with a full bar and food menu, pool and darts, regular pinball tournaments, family‑friendly hours before 8 PM (21+ after 8), and a lively, monster‑inspired atmosphere for retro‑game fans and groups.Monsterama’s pinball lineup includes Creature from the Black Lagoon, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Pro), Foo Fighters (Pro), Ghostbusters (Pro), Godzilla (Premium), James Bond 007 (Pro), Rush (Pro), Star Wars (Pro), and The Mandalorian (Pro).

Backpocket Taproom at 333 East 10th St in Dubuque is a lively Backpocket Brewing taproom and retro arcade housed in the historic Novelty Iron Works building that pairs a rotating lineup of craft beers and made-from-scratch pub food with duckpin bowling, skee-ball, free-play table games and a basement arcade full of classic cabinets and pinball machines. The pinball roster includes Pirates of the Caribbean, Harley Davidson, Twilight Zone, Deadpool, Last Action Hero, Attack from Mars, Revenge from Mars, Lethal Weapon 3, No Fear. With quarter-operated games, onsite change machines, private-party options and a family-friendly yet energetic atmosphere, Backpocket is a popular spot for groups, date nights and pinball fans visiting downtown Dubuque.

Broncos Pub and Grill, located at Unit #12, New Horizon Business Centre, 1505 Aaron Dr in Pilot Butte, SK, is a lively local pub and grill serving burgers, pub classics and a rotating draft beer selection with dine-in, takeout and catering available and regular hours from 11:30 AM onward according to the restaurant's site. The venue includes a dedicated games room—featuring foosball, pool and a nine-machine pinball lineup—making it a popular spot for families and sports fans since the games lounge opened. Guests consistently praise the friendly service, clean atmosphere and abundance of TVs for watching games in online reviews.

Yogi Bear's Jellystone Park Niagara Falls at 8676 Oakwood Drive is a family-focused camp‑resort just minutes from the Falls offering RV sites, cabins and glamping, daily themed activities, private shuttle service and a large Water Zone with heated pool, giant water slide and playgrounds for kids and families to enjoy. The park also features an indoor arcade with video games and racing machines and a vintage-heavy pinball selection — Pinside documents eight pinball machines on site for guests to play, including titles like Arena, Rescue 911 and Wipe Out.