Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

Super Rad Arcade Bar at 58 9th St in Lynchburg, VA is a neon-soaked retro arcade and bar offering classic video games, a full drink menu, snacks and live events in a casual, nostalgic setting that locals praise for its family-friendly atmosphere. The venue maintains a rotating collection of about eight pinball machines alongside a broad arcade roster—current machines and updates are listed on their games page.

Rickshaw Restaurant & Lounge at 322 N 105th St in Seattle is a longtime Chinese‑American restaurant and karaoke lounge with a laid‑back, dive‑bar vibe, nightly karaoke, bar bites and cocktails that draw locals and regular performers. The venue also hosts an eight‑machine pinball collection, featuring Aerosmith, Guardians of the Galaxy, JAWS and other rotating titles, making it a popular stop for pinball fans between songs.

The Control Room at 6120 Barnes Road in Colorado Springs is a lively retro arcade bar that blends classic stand‑up cabinets, table games like skee‑ball and pool, craft drinks and a menu of pizza and wings, staying open from midday into the late night and becoming 21+ after 8pm—an energetic spot for families by day and adults by night. Its rotating pinball lineup features Deadpool Pinball, Foo Fighters Pinball, Ghostbusters Pinball, Godfather Pinball, Jurassic Park Pinball, Mandalorian Pinball, Stranger Things Pinball, and the venue is frequently praised for friendly staff and tasty bar food in customer reviews.

Zodiac Nightclub Tampa Bay at 1507 E 7th Ave in Ybor City is an elevated, zodiac‑inspired nightlife venue hosting late‑night events and curated experiences; hours and event listings are published on its official site. Local reviews highlight a lively atmosphere and hookah service, and the club maintains an active social presence for event announcements. The venue also features a small pinball collection of eight machines, offering guests a blend of dancing, drinks, and casual arcade play.

Louie's Deli at 401 2nd Ave S in Seattle's Pioneer Square is a deli and event-space bar inside the Europa Gallery that features a dedicated seven-machine pinball room and hosts pinball tournaments and First Thursday art-walk events, offering a casual mix of sandwiches, drinks and arcade play for locals and visitors alike.

Retrocade, located at 511 S Zerex St B103 in Fraser, CO, is a family-friendly retro arcade and taphouse that pairs classic arcade cabinets and pinball machines with a full bar featuring 20+ beers on tap, cocktails, and an indoor/outdoor patio often serving food trucks, creating a welcoming lounge atmosphere popular with locals and visitors to the Winter Park/Fraser area.

Copper City Brewing Company at 1111 Oneida St in Rome, NY is a New York State farm brewery and taproom featuring a rotating lineup of craft beers (about a dozen taps), NY wines and hard ciders, a comfortable taproom with regular food trucks and community events The taproom also hosts "The Pinball Brewcade," offering vintage pinball machines and other arcade games on select nights for a fun beer-and-games experience

Bike Dog Brewing East Sac is a neighborhood taproom at 1210 66th Street (in the alley behind Moonbelly Bakery) pouring Bike Dog beers in a relaxed, dog- and kid-friendly space with regular food trucks, trivia nights and weekly specials; hours are Tuesday–Friday 3–9 PM, Saturday 12–9 PM and Sunday 12–8 PM. The taproom’s pinball lineup features a mix of classics and fan favorites including The Addams Family, Creature from the Black Lagoon, Fish Tales, The Flintstones, Terminator 2: Judgment Day, and Twilight Zone.

Damn Fine Pizza at 1307 Bay St in Port Orchard is a waterfront pizza arcade and pinball destination serving handcrafted pies, cocktails and local beers in a relaxed all-ages space with a 21+ bar and a dedicated pinball room. The arcade features eight pinball machines including Addams Family, Black Knight Sword of Rage (Pro), Cirqus Voltaire, Hook, Labyrinth, RollerCoaster Tycoon, The Bally Game Show, The Mandalorian (Pro), blending classic and modern titles, plus regular events like trivia and DJs and strong local reviews, making it a popular stop for families and pinball enthusiasts.

Cleveland Draft House of Fuquay at 1420 E Broad St in Fuquay‑Varina is a lively sports‑bar and restaurant with a new on‑site arcade, full bar and a rotating beer/tap selection open daily. The arcade reportedly houses about eight pinball machines (alongside pool tables, darts and numerous TVs), making it a popular spot for casual gaming and watch parties. The location also hosts community events such as monthly pinball tournaments with local players, offering a friendly game‑night atmosphere for families and groups.

Space Room Lounge at 4800 SE Hawthorne Blvd is a long-running, space-themed Hawthorne bar and arcade pairing a lively cocktail and pizza-focused bar with a roomy retro arcade and patio; the venue highlights classic video games alongside a dedicated pinball bank listed on the venue’s arcade page. The pinball lineup features Creature of the Black Lagoon, Terminator 2, The Walking Dead, Fish Tales, Whirlwind, The Sopranos, Party Zone, Black Knight, and local reviews praise its nostalgic gaming vibe and energetic bar atmosphere.

BIG Best In Games at 4095 Carpenter Rd in Ypsilanti is a large, family-friendly entertainment center and arcade offering multi-level attractions—including laser tag, glow bumper cars, high-speed karts, ninja/adventure zones, and party packages—alongside a bar and casual food options for groups and events. The venue also features eight pinball machines, making it a great stop for pinball enthusiasts within a broader lineup of arcade games and hosted tournaments and events that draw Metro Detroit families and groups.

Barcade New Haven at 56 Orange St is a 21+ arcade bar that pairs an extensive collection of classic arcade cabinets with a rotating tap of local craft beers and elevated pub food in a lively, late-night atmosphere popular with students and locals. The venue maintains eight pinball machines, featuring Alice Cooper's Nightmare Castle, Deadpool (Pro), John Wick (Premium), Theatre of Magic, Toy Story 4 (LE), Star Wars, and other rotating titles, making it a top spot in the area for pinball fans.

Emporium Wicker Park at 1366 N Milwaukee Ave in Chicago is a 21+ retro arcade bar and live events venue that pairs a curated collection of classic and modern arcade games with a full bar, extensive craft beer and whiskey selections, a stage for live music and DJs, and regular tournaments and private-group booking options. The venue features skee‑ball lanes, pool, foosball and a rotating pinball lineup that includes Johnny Mnemonic, Demolition Man and Space Jam, and customers praise its lively neighborhood vibe and game-forward nights on review sites.

Row House Cinemas – Hollywood at 1449 Potomac Ave in Dormont (Pittsburgh) is a restored neighborhood moviehouse that reopened after an extensive renovation and now offers curated first-run and repertory programming across multiple screening spaces. The venue also includes a basement pinball gallery with eight machines for casual play, as listed on Pinball Map and noted in local coverage. Guests can enjoy food and beverages, private rentals, film-club events, and the community-focused cinematic experience Row House promotes.

Kristof's Entertainment Center at 421 West Rollins Road in Round Lake Beach, IL is a long-running family entertainment complex offering bowling, go-karts, batting cages, a large redemption arcade and 36-hole mini golf with on-site food and a full bar. The bar highlights 24 beers on tap, pool tables, foosball, slot machines and a constantly rotating collection of eight pinball machines, and the venue runs regular events like trivia, bar bingo and pinball tournaments. Visitors praise the budget-friendly, family-oriented atmosphere and seasonal offerings (including a fall haunted house), making Kristof's a versatile spot for groups, families and pinball enthusiasts.

Canton Brew Works at 8521 N Lilley Rd in Canton, MI is a family-run nanobrewery and taproom known for a rotating lineup of house-brewed beers, trivia, bar games and live music alongside a small food menu that often includes 12‑inch pizzas and Bavarian pretzels—an easygoing spot for craft beer and social nights. The taproom also features a dedicated pinball area with Stern machines including Avengers: Infinity Quest, Foo Fighters (Premium), Guardians of the Galaxy (Premium), James Bond 007 (Pro), John Wick (Premium), Pirates of the Caribbean, Stranger Things (Pro), Uncanny X‑Men (Premium).

Replay Brewing, located at 1317 Broadcloth St in Kingsley Town Center, Fort Mill, SC, is an arcade‑themed brewery and taproom serving craft beers, seltzers, cocktails and small plates in a nostalgic game-focused setting with indoor and outdoor board games and regular events like trivia and bingo. Pinball machines sit to the left of the bar and are coin‑operated, making Replay a popular spot for casual play or game nights while you enjoy food and drinks. Current pinball machines include Ghostbusters, Godzilla, Guardians of the Galaxy, Jurassic Park, Star Wars, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Mandalorian.

Round1 Bowling & Arcade at Fox Valley Mall in Aurora is a large, two-floor entertainment destination offering bowling, karaoke, billiards and a huge arcade with Japanese imports and late-night hours that make it popular for groups and families. The pinball bank features AC/DC (Pro Vault Edition), Aerosmith (Pro), Deadpool (Pro), Ghostbusters (Pro), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Pro), Metallica (Pro), and Star Wars (Pro), giving players a mix of modern Stern machines and licensed favorites to enjoy.

Contentment Brewing Company at 208 Campus Way in Modesto is a family- and pet-friendly neighborhood taproom that brews small-batch craft beer on-site and offers a lively games area with shuffleboard and pool. The taproom features an eight-machine pinball rotation — Taxi, Iron Man, King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), Led Zeppelin (Premium), The Walking Dead (Pro), JAWS (Pro), Godzilla (Pro), Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Pro) — and is praised for its friendly service and welcoming local vibe.

Monday Night Brewing - Garden Co. is Monday Night’s South End taproom at 2217 S Tryon St in Charlotte, housed in a converted mechanic’s shop that spans roughly 8,000 square feet with soaring ceilings and plenty of room for indoor and outdoor seating. The location features a massive outdoor area, a full pizza kitchen with wood‑fired Neapolitan ovens, a full bar with cocktails and the brewery’s award‑winning beers, making it a popular spot for groups and events. Guests can enjoy on‑site games including a pool parlor and pinball along with a laid‑back, lively atmosphere that reviewers frequently praise for its friendly staff and good vibes, though pizza service can be busy on peak nights.

Vector Volcano Classic Arcade at 111 NW Oregon Ave in downtown Bend is a family-friendly, nostalgia-focused arcade serving local craft beer, offering hourly or all-day unlimited video game play with pinball available as cash play, hosting monthly pinball tournaments and available for private events. Pinball machines include Attack From Mars remake LE, Black Knight Sword of Rage Pro, Ghostbuster Premium, High Speed 2 The Getaway, Iron Maiden Premium, Medieval Madness remake, Monster Bash remake LE, World Cup Soccer

Doug's Burgers at 2527 Meridian St in Bellingham is a casual, locally popular burger-and-bar serving smash-style burgers, fries and fried chicken sandwiches with a full drink menu and midday–evening hours, making it a convenient spot for dine-in or takeout; more about the menu and hours is available on their site. The restaurant also features a rotating arcade area with eight pinball machines—titles reported there include modern and classic games like Avatar, Fathom Revisited and Fish Tales—making it a lively stop for both pinball enthusiasts and casual diners.

Castle Fun Park in Abbotsford, BC, at 36165 N Parallel Road is a family-run, castle‑themed all‑season amusement centre featuring go‑karts, mini‑golf, bumper cars, batting cages, bowling and a large two‑floor arcade with over 200 games and prize redemption, making it a long‑standing Fraser Valley destination operated by the Wiebe family. The on‑site pinball collection includes Diamond Jack, Happy Midget, Legionnaire, 8 Ball, The Six Million Dollar Man, Zowie, Flash Baseball.

Extra Lives Arcade, located at 2709 W Kingshighway Unit 1 in Paragould, AR, is an 80s‑themed, family‑friendly arcade blending classic cabinets, modern video games and pinball machines for a nostalgic gaming experience. Local reviews and listings note a good variety of retro and newer games, a pay side with pinball, air hockey, racing and other attractions that draw families and enthusiasts alike. The arcade’s social pages and local chamber posts highlight its 80s vibe, community‑oriented events and visitor praise for the atmosphere (including mentions of pizza and snacks), making it a popular spot for casual play and nostalgic outings.

Chilkoot Charlie's (Koot's) at 2435 Spenard Road in Anchorage is an employee-owned bar and music venue with a dedicated pinball arcade area and retro video cabinets, popular for its lively atmosphere and regular live events while offering a quieter corner for casual play; the venue lists eight pinball machines and operating hours on its official site. The pinball lineup includes Cactus Canyon (Remake - LE), Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Premium), James Bond 007 (Pro), John Wick (Premium), Royal Rumble (WWF), The Shadow, The Walking Dead (Pro), and Time Machine, combining modern Stern titles and classic machines that are generally well-maintained and rotated periodically according to pinball community listings.

Dumb Records at 418 East Monroe St in downtown Springfield, IL is an independent record shop, all-ages music venue, and arcade that pairs a strong used-vinyl selection with a dedicated pinball room; the arcade is open during store hours and offers unlimited play with a $5 entry or free with a $10 purchase, and the venue also accepts private-party reservations outside regular hours. The pinball lineup includes Addams Family, Dale Jr., Godzilla (Premium), Independence Day, Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Pro), Motordome. Locals praise the friendly staff, DIY all-ages vibe, and curated music selection, making Dumb Records a popular stop for music lovers and casual pinball players alike.

Bierstadt Lagerhaus at 2875 Blake St in Denver’s RiNo district is a lager-only brewpub best known for The Slow Pour Pils and traditional German-style lagers, with a roomy taproom, full food menu and regular events. The taproom also hosts five pinball machines — Abra Ca Dabra, Fireball, Space Time, Surf Champ and Volley — providing casual arcade fun alongside pours. Guests frequently praise the lively atmosphere, tasty snacks and live music in reviews, and the taproom hours run afternoons through late night on weekends.

Helltown Brewing – Strip District at 1700 Penn Ave in Pittsburgh is a spacious taproom and brewery serving Helltown and Rivertowne beers along with Pennsylvania liquors, wines and ciders, and regularly hosting food trucks, live music and community events that give it a lively, neighborhood destination vibe. The Strip District location includes ample indoor/outdoor space and a row of arcade games and pinball—eight machines on site—making it a popular stop for both craft-beer fans and casual gamers alike.

Hometown Arcade — Northampton is a retro-forward arcade in Thornes Marketplace at 150 Main St Suite 40, Northampton, MA, offering 50+ classic and modern arcade games, consoles, skee‑ball, air and bubble hockey, and a rotating lineup of eight pinball machines for nostalgic and family-friendly play. Most arcade titles are set to free play while the pinball machines are coin-operated on drop mechanisms (typically $1 per play, with some older machines at $0.50).