Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

Nice Guys Pizza and Beer at 1334 Cape Coral Pkwy E in Cape Coral, FL pairs hand‑tossed pizza and a rotating craft‑beer tap list with a standout wall of 14 pinball machines that draw local leagues and casual players. With a lively, no‑frills atmosphere, late‑night hours on weekends, regular events and consistently strong customer reviews for food and service, it’s a top spot for pizza, drinks and pinball in Cape Coral.

Pins Mechanical Company in Over-the-Rhine at 1124 Main St, Cincinnati is a multi-level pinball bar and social arcade offering duckpin bowling, craft cocktails and craft beers, with private-event and group-friendly spaces for parties and gatherings. The venue keeps about 14 pinball machines on rotation with $1 per play, featuring classic and modern titles such as Attack From Mars and Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye, alongside dozens of other old‑school arcade games to suit casual players and pinball enthusiasts alike.

Westside Bowl at 2617 Mahoning Ave in Youngstown, OH is a lively combination bowling alley, bar and music venue with a full kitchen and two stages that showcases local, regional and national acts; its casual atmosphere, rotating event calendar and large beer selection make it a popular spot for pizza, leagues and late-night outings, and the on-site arcade includes a 14-machine pinball collection that complements the live-music and social scene for families and nightlife crowds alike.

Glitch's Arcade, located at 1950 N. Grand Ave in Sherman, TX, is a retro-themed pinball arcade with a full-service bar and restaurant that emphasizes community-focused events, memberships and a lively atmosphere for retro and modern gamers. The venue pairs a rotating pinball collection (14 machines listed) with dozens of classic consoles and arcade titles, regular weekend events and membership perks that make it a popular destination for pinball enthusiasts across the DFW area.

LumberjAxe, located at 308 Merchant St in Fairmont, WV, is a lively axe-throwing and arcade venue that pairs five axe-throwing lanes with billiards, beer service and a rotating selection of classic arcade and pinball machines, making it a popular spot for parties and casual nights out in the community. Its pinball roster is tracked on Pinball Map and local listings, with sources noting roughly 10–14 machines available at different times.

Marquee Pinball Arcade at 1030 Clinton St in downtown Napa is a retro-inspired pinball lounge (opened May 2025) that showcases a rotating, collector-style lineup of roughly a dozen–plus pinball machines alongside a retro arcade corner (Ms. Pac-Man multicade, Buck Hunter) and themed machines like Pulp Fiction and The Big Lebowski; visitors can pay per game or join a monthly membership (members receive a gameplay discount), and the venue hosts regular tournaments and weekly promotions while offering a beverage menu for guests of all ages.

Fore Play Simulators at 601 Orange Dr in Vacaville combines four Full Swing indoor golf bays (160+ courses) with coaching, an auto-tee system and a beer lounge for relaxed social play. The venue also features a 15-machine pinball collection alongside its simulators and is frequently praised by local customers for its friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere.

District 1 Brewing is a community-focused microbrewery and taproom at 200 Division St N in Stevens Point, WI, offering a rotating lineup of house-brewed beers, a small kitchen, board games and a relaxed couch-filled taproom. The lively space doubles as a pinball arcade with 14 machines on the floor, making it a popular spot for casual play, meetups, and events. Guests frequently praise the beer selection and friendly staff in online reviews, reflecting its strong local reputation.

Crave 80s is a 21+ 1980s-themed arcade bar in Marysville, WA (8628 36th Ave NE Suite 100) that blends retro arcade cabinets with a focused pinball room of about 14 machines, offering an old-school gaming atmosphere alongside craft drinks and casual bar food for adults and groups. The venue is known for nightly and weekly events—trivia, karaoke and pinball tournaments—positive local reviews highlighting the nostalgic vibe and strong game selection, and a lively bar scene that makes it a go-to spot for retro gaming nights and tournaments in the area.

Bucks Mill Brewing at 824 Washington Ave in Detroit Lakes is a lively microbrewery and taproom known for a rotating lineup of craft beers, hard seltzers and non‑alcoholic taps, large one‑of‑a‑kind murals, visible brewing equipment and flexible event space in a pet‑friendly, community‑oriented setting according to the brewery's site. The spacious taproom doubles as a popular pinball destination with a well‑kept collection of 15 machines, making it a great stop for beer lovers and pinball players alike.

Ballerz Pinball Cafe, located at 412 12th St W in downtown Bradenton, is a compact pinball café that pairs a rotating collection of 14 well-maintained pinball machines and a few classic arcade games with a casual menu (including loaded hot dogs), Cuban coffee, beer and wine; the venue hosts regular events and a pinball league and is known locally for friendly staff and a lively, nostalgic atmosphere.

Griffin's P.H. (Griffin's Public House) at 813 Surfside Dr in Surfside Beach, SC is a lively bar & grill serving lunch and dinner with daily happy hour and a casual, locally focused menu. The venue features an upstairs bar arcade with 14 pinball machines, an outdoor patio, and menu favorites like burgers, wings and lava shrimp that have earned strong local praise. Open late with consistently positive reviews from locals and visitors, Griffin's is a go-to spot for good food, drinks and pinball fun in Surfside Beach.

High Score Arcade Molalla, located at 208 N Molalla Ave in Molalla, Oregon, is a family-friendly retro arcade and pinball destination offering classic video games, pinball and redemption machines alongside on-site food and treats like pizza, popcorn, ice cream and shaved snow cones, and is praised in local reviews for friendly staff and a clean, nostalgic atmosphere. The venue is listed on PinballMap and featured in community listings and a video tour that document its game lineup and pinball presence, making it a go-to stop for retro-gaming fans in the area.

Pop's Pinball - Deep Cuts is Pop’s Pinball Parlor’s Medford pop-up inside Deep Cuts at 21 Main St, offering an intimate, well-maintained 14–machine pinball room with a mirrored ceiling, moody lighting, and a music-and-show-friendly vibe ideal for date nights or post-show play; the roster features Addams Family, Bram Stoker's Dracula, Centaur II, Dungeons & Dragons, Games, Genesis, Getaway: High Speed II, Haunted House, Ice Cold Beer, Space Station, Spanish Eyes, Total Nuclear Annihilation, Twilight Zone, White Water, and Who Dunnit, and the location is praised for clean, playable machines and friendly service—check Pop’s for current hours and event nights.

Hometown Arcade at 61 Endicott St in Norwood, MA is a locally owned pinball and video game arcade that blends retro and modern cabinets with a budget-friendly admission model and most games set to freeplay, operated in a bright, clean space by a friendly staff. The venue maintains a roster of 14 pinball machines alongside dozens of classic arcade titles plus skeeball, air and bubble hockey, and draws strong local praise for its selection and atmosphere on Yelp.

Nine and 3 Quarters at 3621 Soquel Dr Unit 1 in Soquel, CA is a community-focused pinball arcade and training hub that opened in 2024 and offers a curated, rotating collection of roughly 14 pinball machines for players of all levels. The venue doubles as a local pinball club with weekly league nights (Tuesdays), regular tournaments, friendly staff, and an active social presence on Instagram that highlights machine updates and events—making it a must-visit spot for casual players and competitive pinballers alike.

Elbow Room in Sparks, Nevada, located at 2002 Victorian Ave, is a laid-back pinball and pool bar hosting 14 pinball machines alongside quality pool tables and a full bar—ideal for casual play, group nights, and local competitions. Customers praise the refreshed machines, friendly staff, fast bartenders, and complimentary snacks like popcorn and hot dogs, making it a popular neighborhood hangout in Sparks according to reviews.

Located at 2886 SE Gladstone St in Portland, C-Bar is a longtime neighborhood arcade bar and restaurant that pairs a scratch kitchen and eclectic draft list with a dedicated pinball room of fourteen well‑maintained machines; minors are welcome for dining until 6pm and the venue runs regular pinball events and monthly tournaments. The pinball gallery features classic electromechanical and vintage titles such as Velvet, Dealer, Jitter‑Bug, Davy Jones, Gold Wings and De Luxe World Series, and reviewers praise the tasty burgers, friendly staff and consistently cared‑for machines for both casual play and competitive nights.

Beercade 2, at 1423 S 13th St in Omaha’s Little Bohemia, is a popular arcade bar combining a full-service bar with rotating craft beers and a wide selection of classic and modern arcade games; the venue emphasizes well-maintained pinball machines and a regularly changing lineup that currently totals roughly 14 titles, plus tournaments and special events that keep the scene lively for groups and retro-gaming fans. Reviews frequently praise the friendly staff, relaxed vibe, and balance of games and drinks, making it a go-to spot for casual nights out and competitive play.

Locavore Beer Works at 5950 South Platte Canyon Road in Littleton is an indie craft brewery with a spacious indoor taproom, front patio and rear biergarten, offering a broad rotating selection of beers on tap and growler/crowler to-go options. The taproom features a dedicated pinball arcade of 14 machines—more than a dozen modern titles—and regularly hosts pinball tournaments and league play for players of all levels. Locavore is community-oriented with live music, dart leagues and other events, and is dog‑friendly inside and on the front patio while maintaining a separate grassy biergarten area.

Hailstorm Brewing Co in Tinley Park at 8060 186th St is a brewcade-style taproom and craft brewery known for 16 rotating house taps, a scratch-made kitchen, a spacious beer garden with firepit, frequent live music and community events, and a welcoming, family-friendly atmosphere perfect for groups. The taproom also hosts a rotating collection of pinball machines, featuring Deadpool, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye, Oktoberfest, The Simpsons Pinball Party, Cactus Canyon, Godzilla, Elvira's House of Horrors, Monster Bash, Attack From Mars, White Water, Stranger Things, Tales from the Crypt, Ghostbusters, The Uncanny X-Men, Metallica Remastered and Jurassic Park, making it a local favorite for craft beer and nostalgic gaming nights.

The Racket Bar & Pinball Lounge at 1220 N State St in Bellingham, WA is a no-cover, pinball-focused side bar of The Shakedown offering 14 well-maintained machines, a full bar, late-night hours (typically opening around 4 PM), and a menu of Philly cheesesteaks, falafel and other late-night bites, making it a lively, retro-leaning spot for casual play, small groups, and evenings out in downtown Bellingham.

Mum's Arcade at 17738 Mack Ave in Grosse Pointe, MI is a family-friendly pinball and video arcade and private club showcasing about 14 pinball machines (modern Stern titles like Avengers: Infinity Quest, James Bond 007, The Mandalorian and Jurassic Park plus classics such as Twilight Zone and Revenge From Mars), a lineup of vintage and modern video games, an HO slot car track and Super Chexx bubble hockey. Open to the public most Wednesdays from 5–8pm with unlimited play (typically $8) and Food Truck Wednesdays, the venue also hosts birthday parties, private and corporate events and offers pinball sales, service and trade—making it a popular local spot for collectors, families and pinball enthusiasts.

Tik Tok's Workshop, at 1216 Sylvan Way in Bremerton, WA, is a 21+ retro pinball arcade, arcade bar and restaurant that pairs a vintage, tournament-friendly vibe with a full bar and food menu and is a popular late-night spot for adults according to local reviews. The venue features a rotating collection of pinball machines and classic upright arcade games, including Spooksville, Jungle Lord, Icarus, Grand Prix, Houdini, Wizard of Oz, Black Knight 2000, Centaur, Batman 66 Premium, Star Trek The Next Generation, AC/DC Premium, Devil’s Dare, Star Wars Premium, World Cup Soccer, Terminator 2, Jet Fighter, Karate Champ, Street Fighter 2, Ms Pac-Man / Galaga, Giga Wing, House of the Dead 4, Zeke’s Peak, Rifle Range, Queen Bowler, Booz Barometer, Islands, Pac-Man Battle Royale.

PinBowl Alley at 499 K Ave in Limon, Colorado is a retro-inspired bowling and pinball arcade with a full kitchen and bar serving burgers, pizza and cocktails, a lively local hangout just off I‑70. The venue’s 14-machine pinball collection spans classic electromechanical and modern titles and sits alongside eight wood bowling lanes, skee-ball and arcade games with affordable play pricing reported by visitors. Guests praise the friendly staff, great food and family-friendly late-night atmosphere, and local listings provide address, hours and contact details for planning a visit.

Kirby's Beer Store in Wichita, Kansas, at 3227 East 17th St North is a legendary dive bar and live‑music venue with a welcoming, eclectic atmosphere, a wide beer and cider selection, and a pinball-focused hangout next door at Kirby's FlipSide where guests can enjoy drinks and games The location maintains fourteen public pinball machines, with a rotating lineup that includes Fire!, JAWS Pro, King Kong: Myth of Terror Island Pro, Godzilla LE and Led Zeppelin Pro, making it a popular spot for both local pinball enthusiasts and casual visitors

Bit Bar at 278 Derby St in Salem, MA is a lively arcade bar and restaurant that pairs a full bar and adventurous comfort-food menu with classic arcade cabinets, skee‑ball and a rotating roster of 14 pinball machines, offering an adults-focused barcade atmosphere (minors welcome before 8pm; 21+ after 8pm). The venue highlights craft cocktails, local beer and a roomy patio, hosts regular events like trivia nights and tournaments, and receives strong local reviews for its fun vibe and food options, including vegetarian/vegan choices.

Hotrods Old Vail in Tucson, AZ is a racing‑themed, family‑friendly bar and restaurant where guests can watch classic car restorations through expansive garage bay windows while enjoying diner‑style burgers, pizzas, sandwiches and cocktails at 10500 E. Old Vail Rd, creating a unique motor‑head dining experience for locals and visitors alike. The venue also hosts a rotating collection of roughly fourteen pinball machines, featuring titles such as The Walking Dead (Pro), Godzilla (Premium), Stars, Dolly Parton, Future Spa, Metallica (Pro), Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Pro), Taxi, Ice Fever, AC/DC (Pro), and Sharp Shooter II, making it a popular stop for pinball enthusiasts in Tucson.

Barcade Brooklyn at 388 Union Ave in Williamsburg is a 21+ arcade bar that pairs a rotating craft-beer list and pub-style menu with a retro game room featuring roughly 14 pinball machines and classic video-game cabinets, emphasizing preservation of vintage machines and competitive high-score culture. Popular with locals and visitors for its lively evening atmosphere and friendly staff, it typically opens in the late afternoon and is frequently reviewed for its beer selection and well-maintained games.

Barcade Center City at 1326 Chestnut St in Philadelphia is a lively arcade bar for adults that pairs a rotating lineup of classic video games with a focused pinball room of 14 machines, plus craft beer, burgers and pub fare—ideal for nostalgic gameplay, date nights, or group outings. The Center City location keeps an up-to-date games list and events calendar on its site, and guests commonly praise the retro game selection and drink variety while noting typical bar pricing and busy weekend crowds.