Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

The Brew Inn Tavern at 1910 Oceanside Blvd Ste F in Oceanside, CA is a lively neighborhood sports bar and tavern offering a casual drink-and-game scene with 13 TVs for sports, pool tables, a jukebox, pinball machines, and darts. Dog-friendly and focused on community vibes, the remodeled spot opened with a soft launch in November 2025 in the former 1910 Tap House location. Locals praise its friendly atmosphere and game lineup, making it a go-to spot for watching games and playing pinball in North County San Diego.

Ground Control in downtown Wenatchee (10 N Wenatchee Ave, Wenatchee, WA) is a bottle shop and taproom specializing in rotating craft beer, wine and cider from 16 taps with mix‑and‑match six‑packs to go, plus regular events like Wednesday trivia and live music for a relaxed, community‑oriented vibe. The venue also hosts a six‑machine pinball lineup—examples reported include Funhouse, Heavy Metal Meltdown, JAWS (Pro), Metallica (Pro) and Totem—making it a great stop for pinball enthusiasts who want to pair games with quality local pours.

Sorrento Italian Kitchen is a relaxed neighborhood Italian eatery at 4102 Orange Ave in Long Beach’s Orange Avenue shopping area, serving made‑to‑order pizzas, pastas, salads and sandwiches with a reputation for quality pizza and friendly service. The restaurant offers dine‑in, takeout and online ordering and includes a small game area with six pinball machines, making it a casual stop for families and pinball enthusiasts looking to pair a meal with a few games.

Game On North Olmsted at 24108 Lorain Rd in North Olmsted, OH is a casual bar-and-grill arcade in the Game On Cleveland family that pairs pub-style food and drinks with an entertainment-forward atmosphere. The location maintains a small, curated pinball lineup of six machines—featuring titles such as Halloween (CE) and James Bond 007 (Pro)—making it a popular spot for local pinball fans and groups seeking laid-back arcade nightlife.

CaskCades at 106 North Meridian in downtown Puyallup is a cozy, family-friendly taproom and arcade with a rotating craft beer lineup, a menu of hot dogs, soft pretzels and snacks, and plenty of board games and classic arcade cabinets. The venue hosts six pinball machines, including Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye, JAWS and The Last Action Hero, and is known for updating its game lineup regularly. Locals praise the friendly staff, lively events like comedy and trivia nights, and the welcoming downtown atmosphere.

Sit Tite at 6214 N Interstate Ave in Portland's Arbor Lodge is a 21+ neighborhood bar and restaurant open seven days with evening hours, featuring a bar, dining room and a large outdoor patio. Opened by chef B.J. Smith with partners, Sit-Tite focuses on blue-collar East Coast Italian comfort food — Parm sandwiches, fried calamari, pastas and approachable cocktails including non-alcoholic options. The space includes an arcade room with six pinball machines (examples listed locally include Stern’s Jurassic Park Pro and Godzilla Pro and Chicago Gaming’s Monster Bash Remake), plus a pool table and photo booth for a lively, game-focused night out. Guests and reviewers note its relaxed, old‑Portland vibe, covered dog‑friendly patio and solid late-night menu and drinks.

Madison Taproom at 616 Madison St in Oregon City is a neighborhood taproom and arcade offering 16 rotating taps of beer, cider and seltzers, snacks, jukeboxes, a patio and classic arcade games plus a 22-foot shuffleboard table for group nights. The venue features a rotating selection of pinball machines (seven currently listed), is dog-friendly with outdoor seating, wheelchair accessible, and keeps afternoon–evening hours (Mon–Thu 3–9, Fri–Sat 3–11, Sun 3–9), making it a casual spot for craft beer and retro gaming in Oregon City.

Back Alley Lanes VR-Cade at 2400 S Ridgewood Ave in Sunshine Plaza (South Daytona) is a family-owned, 15,000 sq. ft. entertainment center combining an Omni VR arena, eight bowling lanes, a full arcade, sports bar and restaurant with party and event rooms, offering a lively multi-activity destination for families and groups. Pinball players can enjoy Godzilla (Pro), Jaws (Pro), Jurassic Park (Pro), Star Wars (Pro), The Mandalorian (Pro) and Venom (Premium).

Crucible Brewing – Everett Foundry is a neighborhood taproom and brewery at 909 SE Everett Mall Way in Everett, Washington, offering a rotating craft-beer taplist, beer flights, guest food trucks and a laid-back, dog- and family-friendly atmosphere. The taproom features a six-machine pinball collection including Houdini: Master of Mystery, The Machine: Bride of Pin-Bot, Godzilla (Premium), Stellar Wars, Tales of the Arabian Nights, Transformers (LE). The venue also offers a reservable games room for parties and is known for friendly staff and community-focused events, making it a relaxed spot to enjoy craft beer and play pinball.

Final Gravity Brewing at 6118 Lakeside Ave in Henrico (Richmond), VA is a brewcade-style brewery with a relaxed taproom, outdoor dog‑friendly seating, snacks, dartboards and arcade games, and it welcomes outside food and event bookings for groups. The taproom pairs a rotating lineup of craft beers with a small arcade — currently featuring six pinball machines in its rotation (see the venue’s Pinball Map listing for the latest game updates).

Barley POP! Brewing at 1208 10th St Suite C in Snohomish is a small nano‑brewery and welcoming, family- and dog‑friendly taproom serving a rotating lineup of house and guest beers and promoting a “fun beer for fun people” vibe. The taproom pairs big‑screen sports viewing and board games with multiple pinball machines listed on Pinball Map, making it a popular casual hangout for groups and families. They also host regular pinball events, including weekly Tuesday tournaments, and maintain current hours and event info on their website and social pages.

Union Street Market at Electric Works, located at 1622 Broadway in Fort Wayne, IN, is a vibrant indoor/outdoor food hall and public market showcasing regionally sourced food, independent merchants, and year‑round events in a restored historic campus setting. The market also features a casual entertainment area with six pinball machines for visitors to enjoy while sampling local eats and drinks, making it a lively, family‑friendly stop for residents and visitors exploring downtown Fort Wayne and the Electric Works district.

Old School Pizza & Pub at 305 E Main St in Ottumwa offers a nostalgic, game-focused pub experience popular with locals and visitors alike. The menu features authentic New York–style pizza and an ice‑cold draft beer selection paired with retro arcade cabinets and a lively, casual atmosphere. The venue hosts six pinball machines (3423, 2441, 672, 2875, 744, 3022), making it a compact but varied stop for pinball enthusiasts and arcade fans.

The Fort Fun Centre at 689 Texas Rd in Amherstburg is a family-friendly entertainment complex combining a restaurant and bar with bowling, an arcade, beach volleyball and laser tag, making it a popular spot for groups and families. Pinball offerings are well maintained and currently include Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Pro), James Bond 007 (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), Star Wars (Pro) and Uncanny X‑Men (Pro). Visitors frequently praise the food, friendly service and value, and patrons note promotions and affordable play options alongside regular late-evening hours.

Bogart's is an 80s/90s‑themed craft‑beer bar and arcade at 219 W Main St in St. Charles, IL, known for a laid‑back dive‑bar vibe, late hours, rotating arcade games, theme nights and a focus on local Illinois beers Its pinball lineup has included Deadpool (Pro), Godzilla (Pro), Monster Bash, Rick and Morty (Blood Sucker Edition)

Noon Whistle Brewing, at 800 East Roosevelt Road in Lombard, IL, is a brewpub and taproom known for house-made beers, rotating events and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere that caters to pinball players. The taproom maintains a well-kept pinball lineup featuring Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Pro), Godzilla (Premium), Jaws (Pro), Jurassic Park (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), Star Wars: Fall of the Empire (Pro). Guests and reviewers praise the beer selection, food and the quality of the machines, making Noon Whistle a popular casual spot for groups and pinball enthusiasts.

Barebottle Brew Co. in Santa Clara (2520 Augustine Dr) is a modern, family- and dog-friendly taproom and arcade brewery in Santa Clara Square that pairs an ever-changing craft beer menu and kitchen offerings with a casual arcade atmosphere; pets are welcome on the outdoor patio and the space is popular for groups and families seeking a relaxed place to drink, eat, and play. The location’s pinball lineup includes Addams Family, Batman '66 (Premium), Foo Fighters (Pro), Medieval Madness alongside other arcade games for kids and adults alike.

PINSTACK Austin, located at 500 W Canyon Ridge Drive in Austin, TX, is a family-friendly entertainment complex that pairs a full-service restaurant and bar with bowling lanes, arcade classics, skee-ball, air hockey, bumper cars, laser tag and casual pizza dining, and includes a small pinball collection of six machines on site according to venue information. Guests praise the large game room and party-friendly layout, though reviews on Yelp note mixed experiences with service and crowding during peak times, making it a lively choice for groups, families and birthday events.

Bully Boy Distillers at 44 Cedric St in Boston is a craft distillery and tasting room producing whiskey, rum, gin and vodka with a rotating cocktail menu and guided tours in a barrel-lined tasting room and cocktail bar that emphasizes seasonal, house-made cocktails and on-site distilled spirits. The cozy space includes a back lounge with seating and a small game area that hosts five pinball machines for casual play, making it a popular neighborhood spot for drinks and gatherings. Highly rated by visitors for its cocktails, atmosphere and approachable tastings, Bully Boy is known as Boston’s first modern craft distillery offering an inviting spot for tours, tastings and social nights out.

Sudwerk Brewing Co. at 2001 2nd St in Davis, CA is an award‑winning craft brewery and renovated brewpub with a spacious indoor taproom, outdoor beer garden and on‑site restaurant that hosts live music and community events, making it a popular gathering spot in Davis. The venue also offers a side games room with six pinball machines—Aerosmith (Pro), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Metallica (Pro), Star Wars (Pro), Super Mario Bros. and Cyclone—perfect for casual play while enjoying Sudwerk’s rotating beers and menu items.

Supercharged Entertainment in Edison, NJ (987 US‑1) is a 131,000 sq ft family entertainment complex built around the world’s largest indoor multi‑level karting track with luxury axe throwing, a restaurant and bars, and a two‑story gaming arcade that includes a dedicated pinball area. The venue’s pinball bank features machines such as Deadpool, Guardians of the Galaxy, James Bond 007, Jurassic Park, and Star Wars, among others, making it a great stop for pinball fans and casual players alike. Visitors frequently praise the large arcade selection and family‑friendly atmosphere on review sites like Yelp, where guests highlight the racing, games, and food offerings.

Gunsight Saloon in downtown Columbia Falls, Montana is a lively, family-friendly bar and grill known for hearty burgers, ribs, two full bars and an outdoor summer stage for live music, offering a relaxed spot for locals and visitors alike; it also hosts a six-machine pinball bank featuring Iron Man, Jurassic Park (Pro), PIN-BOT, JAWS (Pro), Stranger Things (Premium), and Venom (Pro).

Shananigans at 717 N 6th St in Monroe, LA is a laid-back pool hall and bar with a friendly, dive-style vibe that locals praise for cold drinks, good food and welcoming staff, making it a popular late-night hangout for residents and visitors alike The venue's pinball lineup includes Deadpool (Pro), Foo Fighters (Pro), Godzilla (Pro), John Wick (Pro), Star Wars: Fall of the Empire (Pro) and Venom (Pro), offering modern Stern Pro machines for casual play

Right Around the Corner at 2244 Central Ave in St. Petersburg is a dog-friendly arcade brewery and bar that pairs a rotating craft-beer selection and pizza with more than 20 retro arcade games, pool, skee-ball, and air hockey in a nostalgic, laid-back atmosphere. Pinball fans will find machines such as Royal Rumble (WWF), South Park, and The X‑Files, and the venue hosts community events and tournaments while earning consistently positive reviews for its friendly staff and vibrant local vibe.

Booths Corner Farmers Market at 1362 Naamans Creek Rd in Garnet Valley, PA is a long-running, family-friendly indoor market with dozens of vendors and an on-site Booths Corner Arcade that features a compact selection of modern pinball machines — Stern Dr. No (Pro), Jaws (Premium), Godzilla (Premium), Deadpool (Pro) and Stranger Things (Premium) — plus vintage video games, redemption machines and kiddie rides, offering something for shoppers and gamers alike. The market operates primarily on Fridays and Saturdays with abundant food stalls, specialty merchants and community events, making it a convenient weekend destination for fresh goods and entertainment.

Black Water at 5115 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland is a 100% vegan bar, restaurant and live-music venue offering creative cocktails, rotating taps and a late‑night comfort-food menu with hours and menu details listed on the venue website. Guests praise the lively, music-forward atmosphere and vegan pub eats, and the space regularly hosts pinball nights, tournaments and beginner meetups. The bar features six pinball machines including The Addams Family, Medieval Madness, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye (Pro), Sorcerer, Scared Stiff, Tales from the Crypt, making it a popular local spot for players of all skill levels.

Daddy Diamonds, at 1553 N Cahuenga Blvd in Hollywood, is an electro-mechanical champagne lounge and neighborhood bar offering affordable food and drinks in an intimate, retro setting attached to The Record Parlour. The venue hosts DJs, vinyl nights and live events that create a lively, curated-music vibe and is noted by patrons for a rotating selection of pinball machines and arcade games that are generally free to play, paired with a concise, well-priced wine and cocktail menu.

Round1 Bowling & Amusement in North Riverside (7501 Cermak Road) is a large, family-friendly entertainment center inside North Riverside Park Mall offering bowling, a broad arcade with Japan-import titles and crane games, billiards, karaoke and party rooms, and operates daily roughly 10 AM–1 AM with generally positive local reviews for group outings and families. It also houses six public pinball machines—AC/DC (Pro), Deadpool (Pro), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Pro), Metallica (Pro) and Star Wars (Pro)—making it a convenient suburban spot for pinball enthusiasts.

Wynkoop Brewing Company at 1634 18th St in Denver is Colorado’s original brewpub, founded in 1988, brewing on-site craft beers and serving hearty New American pub fare in a historic LoDo building that blends a lively bar, pool hall and event spaces with brewery tours and regular live entertainment. The multi-level venue is known for its billiards and darts, welcoming atmosphere and consistently positive guest reviews, making it a popular stop for locals and visitors in downtown Denver.

Jax Auto & Tire at 5220 S Illinois Rte 31 in Crystal Lake is a full‑service NAPA‑affiliated auto repair and tire shop that doubles as a customer‑friendly hangout, offering a free‑play arcade, comfortable waiting room, free Wi‑Fi, complimentary coffee and customer‑use computers so you can relax while your vehicle is serviced. Pinball listings show free‑play machines for customers and a rotating mix that has included Stern titles like Godzilla (Pro), James Bond 007 (Pro) and Rush (Pro) alongside classics such as Big Hurt—some records note up to six machines, so the exact lineup can change and calling ahead is recommended. Local coverage also highlights the shop’s unique at‑home waiting area with arcade games, reinforcing its reputation for friendly, efficient service in the Crystal Lake area.