Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

Two Bit Game Room, located at 511 Rice St in St. Paul, is an appointment-only retro video arcade and lounge run by Rent My Arcade that offers stay-and-play sessions for $15 per person and a rotating floor of over 80 classic arcade titles alongside a small collection of vintage pinball machines. The adult-oriented, family-friendly space (recommended 13+) features comfy seating, free popcorn, a large console library, and private-event rentals for birthdays or corporate gatherings, and guests consistently praise the friendly atmosphere and well-maintained machines on review sites like Yelp.

Alcove Tavern at 730 22nd Ave in Tuscaloosa is a relaxed neighborhood bar with a dedicated gameroom that includes arcades, darts and a high-end pinball parlor tucked behind the music room, making it a popular spot for locals and students alike. The gameroom hosts eight Insider Connected Stern machines with a digital leaderboard and features titles including a Monster Bash Special Edition, and the venue regularly participates in pinball leagues and tournaments for competitive play. Known for an extensive beer list, island-inspired cocktails, occasional live music and a welcoming, collegial vibe, Alcove offers a lively yet inviting destination for drinks, games and pinball in downtown Tuscaloosa.

Amusement 20/20 Rive‑Sud, located at 7350 Bd Taschereau in Brossard, QC, is a family‑friendly video arcade praised for its clean, well‑staffed environment, affordable pricing and a varied lineup of classic and modern games (their Facebook posts highlight regular new-machine arrivals and VR units); open daily and typically closing around 1 AM, it’s a popular spot for birthday parties and late‑night gaming, though a detailed current pinball machine list is not published online.

The Coin Jam Jr at 2736 Pacific Blvd SE in Albany, OR is a family-friendly, all-ages arcade occupying roughly 4,000 sq ft and conveniently located just off I‑5. The venue features a mix of classic video arcade games, air hockey, claw machines and a rotating selection of seven pinball machines, making it a great spot for birthday parties, families and casual players alike. Snacks and sodas are available for kids while adults can enjoy beer, wine and cider; the arcade welcomes all ages during daytime hours and shifts to 21+ later in the evening, offering both family-friendly daytime fun and evening adult arcade vibes.

Mystic Krewe Pinball Parlor is housed inside the historic Broad Theater at 636 N Broad St in New Orleans, offering a welcoming, family- and kid-friendly arcade that combines vintage and modern pinball with video games and bar service in a retro, tournament-ready setting The parlor features a compact, rotating collection of seven pinball machines spanning titles from the 1980s to current releases and is appreciated by locals for its nostalgic atmosphere and approachable vibe.

Old Crown Coffee Roasters at 3417 N Anthony Blvd in Fort Wayne is a longtime small-batch roaster and neighborhood café with house‑roasted beans, a patio, light fare and a full‑service bar, plus a back-room "Blue Room" popular with local players for its well-maintained pinball machines The current pinball lineup includes Avengers: Infinity Quest (Pro), Godzilla (Pro), James Bond 007 (Pro), Rush (Pro), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro), The Mandalorian (Pro), The Walking Dead (Pro).

Draft Bar & Grille at 7029 Yankee Rd in Liberty Township, OH is a lively sports bar and grill known for elevated pub fare, a broad bourbon selection and TVs on every wall. The venue maintains a rotating seven-machine pinball collection including Deadpool, Foo Fighters, Jaws, Stranger Things, Uncanny X‑Men, Pulp Fiction and Godzilla. Locals praise the friendly staff, solid bar menu and regular pinball nights and tournaments, making it a popular spot for game-day crowds and casual players.

EightyOne Arcade Bar, located at 221 South Phillips Ave in downtown Sioux Falls inside the Carpenter Building, pairs an adult-focused craft-beer bar with a rotating collection of more than 50 arcade, rhythm and pinball games spanning 40 years and operates with swipeable game cards (18+ venue; minors allowed with parents until 8 PM). Pinball machines include Stranger Things, Deadpool, Total Nuclear Annihilation, Ghostbusters (Premium), The Sopranos, Scared Stiff. Guests praise the lively atmosphere, well-maintained machines and friendly staff, making it a popular downtown night out.

Punch Bowl Social Denver at 65 Broadway in Denver’s Baker neighborhood is a 24,000‑square‑foot eatertainment complex with a scratch kitchen, three bars, bowling, karaoke, ping‑pong and a large retro‑modern arcade that hosts weekly events and family‑friendly hours. The arcade includes seven pinball machines — Ghostbusters, Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast, James Bond 007, Munsters, Deadpool, Game of Thrones, Led Zeppelin — offering a mix of modern Stern titles and themed favorites for groups, parties and pinball fans.

Rick's Sports Bar & Grill at 5400 William Penn Hwy in Export, PA is a spacious, game-day–focused sports bar and grill offering numerous TVs, a broad draft beer selection, pool tables and a lively arcade area; guests praise the friendly staff, cold beer, free popcorn and classic bar fare like wings, pizza and sandwiches at moderate prices. The venue is popular for group outings and sports viewing and features a small pinball bank on rotation alongside other coin‑ops, making it a convenient stop for locals and pinball fans seeking casual food, drinks and entertainment.

Justice Arcade at Super Heroes Comics and Games in Newnan, GA (66 Bullsboro Dr) is a pinball-focused arcade located inside Super Heroes Comics, operated by Justice Pinball and sharing the comic shop’s hours and community-oriented vibe. The venue offers a rotating collection of 16 machines spanning the 1960s through the 2010s and unlimited-play pricing; the current lineup includes Indiana Jones: The Pinball Adventure, Star Wars Episode 1, The Who's Tommy Pinball Wizard, Walking Dead, Space Station, Transformers, Class of 1812, Terminator 3, Volcano, Fish Tales, Rollercoaster Tycoon, North Star, Star Trek Pro, Cactus Jack's, Atlantis, and Austin Powers. Justice Arcade is a friendly local destination for pinball enthusiasts in Newnan and South Atlanta, with flexible play options and a team that also buys machines for collectors.

Premium Choice Dispensary (Premium Choice Marijuana) at 2014 1770 OR‑126 in Florence, OR is a full‑service recreational and medical cannabis shop on the Oregon Coast offering a curated selection of flower, concentrates and edibles, veteran discounts and friendly, knowledgeable staff praised in customer reviews; the storefront in the Dunes Village Center opens at 10 AM and can be reached at (541) 991‑3606.

Night Owl Pizza & Drinks at 2700 S Mill Ave in Tempe is a nostalgic pizza-and-arcade bar serving New York‑style pizza by the slice, smashburgers, craft cocktails and beer in a relaxed, come-as-you-are space that includes a dedicated arcade with classic video games and seven pinball machines; the Tempe location opened as a larger, 5,500‑sq‑ft outpost offering late-night slices and a lively pinball culture popular with students and locals

Back to the Nineties Retro Arcade in downtown Corvallis, OR offers a 90s-themed lineup of classic video games and a dedicated pinball room at the Common Fields food truck pod (451 SW Madison Ave) with unlimited free play wristbands so visitors can come and go all day. The all-ages arcade blends neon retro vibes with snacks and beverages on site, accepts reservations for birthday and group parties, and posts current hours and updates through the Common Fields listing. Local coverage highlighted its community-focused opening and free-play events, making it a nostalgic spot for adults and a fun introduction to classic gaming for younger players.

GameOn Bar + Arcade DC at 1330 U St NW in Washington, D.C. is a lively U Street bar‑arcade that pairs retro and modern arcade games with cocktails, bar food and colorful graffiti‑style decor. The venue lists seven pinball machines on Pinball Map — including Family Guy, The Mandalorian (Premium), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro) and Total Nuclear Annihilation — making it a popular spot for casual play and social nights.

Chartroose Caboose in Lenexa at 12976 W 87th St Pkwy is a casual, family-friendly eatery in the Chartroose Caboose KC group known for Philly cheesesteaks, burgers, hoagies and ice cream with online ordering available for pickup and delivery. The Lenexa location also features a small on-site pinball collection—seven machines—so guests can enjoy arcade play alongside their meal, making it a convenient stop for both food and casual pinball gaming.

Cherry Lanes is a renovated, retro-style arcade bar and bowling alley at 127 N. 4th Ave in Sturgeon Bay that blends classic lanes, a curated selection of vintage pinball machines and arcade cabinets, craft drinks and a lively events schedule—popular with families by day and a hip nightlife crowd after dark

The Archives in downtown Burlington at 191 College St is a relaxed, classy arcade bar that pairs a rotating selection of vintage pinball and arcade games with craft beers and handcrafted cocktails, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. Reviews praise friendly bartenders, a mellow atmosphere and a solid game lineup, and the venue typically opens in the late afternoon. Pinball machines on rotation include Dark Knight 2000, South Park, Ripley's Believe It or Not, Pinbot, Taxi, Adam's Family and Attack From Mars.

Crane's Castle Brewing at 1550 NE Riddell Rd in East Bremerton is a community-minded, family-friendly beer hall with a spacious indoor taproom, large beer garden, indoor cornhole and mini-bowling, rotating food trucks, regular events and a growler/membership program — check current hours and details on their site. The taproom also hosts seven pinball machines, featuring titles like Demolition Man and Spider-Man (Vault Edition), making it a great spot for groups, families, and pinball fans to enjoy craft beer and games.

Southern Swells Brewing Co at 1312 Beach Blvd in Jacksonville Beach is a surf‑vibe craft brewery and spacious taproom known for its rotating lineup of IPAs, sours and seasonal beers (including the flagship “Karate in the Garage”), a bright dog‑friendly 7,500+ sq ft space that welcomes guests to bring food and attend regular events and taproom happenings. The venue also features a curated collection of seven pinball machines — with titles listed on local pinball maps and community sites — including Dungeons & Dragons and a recently added Harry Potter machine, and offers convenient cashless/scan‑to‑pay play so visitors can enjoy beer and games in one spot.

South A Philly at 1 King St in downtown St. Augustine is a compact Philly-style arcade bar and restaurant serving authentic cheesesteaks and hoagies alongside multiple TVs and a casual late‑night vibe, popular with locals and visitors for food and late‑night service. The on-site pinball roster includes Beatles (Gold), Primus, Godzilla (Pro), Venom (Pro), Star Wars (Pro), Led Zeppelin (Pro), Stranger Things (Pro).

Pin Seekers, at 15261 South Dixie Highway in Monroe, MI, is a lively entertainment destination offering state-of-the-art golf simulators, axe-throwing lanes, four duckpin bowling lanes, a full bar and rentable event space for parties and corporate outings according to the venue's website. Home to a compact collection of seven pinball machines, Pin Seekers' rotation has included titles such as Cactus Canyon (Remake Special) and Stern’s Elvira’s House of Horrors, making it a popular stop for local players and visitors alike.

Crusade Burger Bar at 209 South Bridge St in Yorkville is a rustic‑chic burger-and-shakes restaurant beloved for inventive, generously portioned burgers, giant milkshakes and a broad craft-beer selection, with a lively atmosphere and local reviews praising the food and vibe. The restaurant also features a lineup of pinball machines, including Cactus Canyon, Metallica, Skateball, Stranger Things, and Venom, making it a fun spot to grab a burger and play a few games.

Spare Change is a family-friendly arcade and eatery at 113 N Main St in historic downtown Lockhart offering Chicago tavern‑style pizza, heroes and wings, a full bar, duck‑pin bowling, stand‑up arcade games and a rotating selection of pinball machines. Local coverage reported the venue planned for about 15–20 machines mixing vintage and modern pinball alongside other games, and local reviewers praise the food, service and lively atmosphere.

Protagonist Beer - LoSo at 227 Southside Dr is a flagship Protagonist taproom and pizza kitchen offering house-brewed beers from a 15-barrel brewhouse, 28″ pizzas, multiple bars, a barrel room, mezzanine bourbon lounge and a heated outdoor patio, praised by locals for its lively atmosphere and friendly service. The LoSo location also hosts a public pinball bank with seven machines, including Avengers: Infinity Quest and Deadpool, making it a popular spot for craft-beer fans who like to play between rounds.

Joystiq, at 325 W Main St in downtown Merced, is a relaxed arcade-bar and kitchen that pairs casual American fare like wings and burgers with an arcade area and shuffleboard, creating a family-friendly hangout favored by locals and visitors alike. The venue features a compact pinball bank of seven machines and a rotating selection of arcade games, offering a lively spot for pinball players and groups looking for food, drinks, and games in a central downtown setting.

RC Willey in Meridian, Idaho (3301 E Lanark St) is a full-service home furnishings and electronics retailer with a dedicated gaming showroom and customer-focused service, offering furniture, appliances and on-site pinball entertainment. The store maintains a seven-machine pinball lineup including King Kong: Myth of Terror Island, Star Wars, Star Wars: Fall of the Empire, Rush, John Wick, The Uncanny X-Men, and James Bond.

Caputi's Sheridan Pub, at 2351 Sheridan Dr in Tonawanda, NY, is a long-standing neighborhood sports bar and pub serving the area since 1984 with a menu of wings, sandwiches and wood‑fired pizza alongside a broad drink selection. The lively venue includes a game room with pool, darts and seven pinball machines, promotes free pinball nights and offers full game-day TV coverage, making it a popular spot for locals and Bills fans. Customers frequently praise the food, atmosphere and drink selection in online reviews, which reflect its steady local following.

Ruckus Room 2.0 is a family-friendly, coin-free arcade located inside Bellis Fair Mall at 1 Bellis Fair Parkway in Bellingham; it operates on a tap-to-play card system and pairs pinball, video and redemption games with party-booking options in a convenient mall setting near Target. The arcade's seven pinball machines include Deadpool, Ghostbusters, Guardians of the Galaxy, Munsters, Star Trek, Stranger Things, and Venom, and visitors note well-maintained games and friendly staff on site.

Lilac Lanes & Casino at 1112 E Magnesium Rd in Spokane is a full-service entertainment complex featuring a 32-lane bowling center, casino and poker room, lounge and restaurant, and golf simulators, all in a clean, family-friendly facility popular for leagues, parties and casual nights out. The venue also maintains a small rotating pinball collection with playable titles including Eight Ball Deluxe and Foo Fighters (Pro), and offers on-site change machines for quarters so players can drop in for a few rounds between bowling or dining.