Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

QuarterWorld Arcade at 4811 SE Hawthorne Blvd in Portland, OR is a lively 21+ barcade and retro arcade combining two full cocktail bars, pizza and bar food, skee‑ball, and a mix of classic and modern video games—hosting about 35 pinball machines as part of a 90+ game lineup. Guests can play with quarters or a cashless app, enjoy pizza by the slice, and take advantage of weekend all‑ages hours on Saturdays and Sundays 1–7pm; reviewers routinely praise the nostalgic atmosphere, friendly staff, and well‑maintained machines, making it a popular spot for pinball fans and casual nights out.

Pins Mechanical Company at 856 Carrollton Ave in the Bottleworks District is a lively 21+ barcade that pairs craft cocktails and local beers with classic arcade fun—duckpin bowling, dozens of pinball machines, ping-pong, bocce, foosball and oversized games—making it a top spot for groups and events in Indianapolis. The dog‑friendly venue is also family‑friendly before evening hours, draws consistently positive reviews for its energetic atmosphere and staff, and is regularly recommended for duckpin and social gaming outings around the city.

Memory Lane Arcade, located inside Salem Center Mall at 401 Center St NE in Salem, OR, is a mall-based pinball and video game arcade offering a mix of retro and modern cabinets for families and enthusiasts alike. The venue maintains a rotating roster of roughly 33 pinball machines alongside video game cabinets, making it a popular local spot for pinball play and casual arcade outings, with user-updated listings noting generally good machine condition while also calling out some uneven cabinets in places. Customer listings and reviews reflect steady mall hours and a range of guest experiences, useful for planning a visit or checking current machine availability.

Pinball on Perry at 112 S Perry St in Attica, IN is a hometown, family-friendly retro arcade that offers a mix of classic and modern pinball with a current collection of 30 pinball machines plus video games, skee‑ball, and air hockey for kids and adults alike. Visitors praise the clean, welcoming atmosphere and wide variety of games, and the venue maintains an active community presence on Facebook with positive local reviews on Yelp.

RLM Amusements at 4318 Plainfield Ave NE in Grand Rapids is a family- and kid-friendly pinball and arcade destination offering unlimited-play sessions on over 50 pinball machines and classic-to-modern arcade games (including air hockey, foosball and vintage cabinets) for a $15 admission ($10 kids with adult); they’re open Fridays 5pm–1am and Saturdays 12pm–10pm and welcome outside food with on-site microwave and fridge. RLM also buys, sells and repairs pinball and arcade machines, runs weekly tournaments and leagues, and features standout titles like Harry Potter, Dune, King Kong, Evil Dead, Alien: Ripley Edition, The Uncanny X‑Men and Jaws alongside modern attractions such as Golden Tee 2025 and a Dynamo air hockey table, making it a top spot for casual play, collectors and competitive pinball in West Michigan.

The Rewind Arcade at 6780 Depot St in Sebastopol is a dedicated pinball arcade and retro arcade bar offering a rotating lineup of classic 80s/90s cabinets alongside 32 pinball machines and modern titles. The venue operates as an arcade bar with a self-pour, 20-tap beer wall and regularly runs pinball leagues and events that attract both casual players and serious enthusiasts. Open afternoons into late night with varying hours and a 21+ policy after 8pm, The Rewind sits in The Barlow complex and provides a lively, community-focused spot for gaming and craft beer in Sebastopol.

Insert Coin - Arcade & Bar at 3430 Pacific Ave SE, Ste D1 in Olympia is a lively family-friendly pinball arcade and barcade featuring 200+ arcade games, a dedicated Pinball Row with 33 pinball machines and a $15 all‑day pinball pass, plus a full restaurant serving hand-stuffed burgers, sourdough pizza and an over-the-top ice cream parlor called Sugar Rush. The Grid bar offers a 33-tap self-pour beer and cider wall and Quorra, a Makr Shakr robot bartender, while the venue also includes Golden Axes axe-throwing, three themed private party rooms, regular events and solid local reviews that make Insert Coin a top entertainment destination in Olympia.

Wild Axe Throwing at 3253 Seajay Drive in Beavercreek, OH pairs indoor axe‑throwing lanes and a full bar with Level Up Pinball Bar — a dedicated pinball and arcade room that advertises 32 upgraded, well‑maintained machines featuring modern Stern premiums and classic titles like John Wick, Jaws, Stranger Things and James Bond, plus additional arcade games and monthly leaderboards for competitive play. The venue is open afternoons and evenings most days, runs leagues and events, and is regularly praised in local reviews for its energetic atmosphere, friendly staff and solid drink selection.

Vintage Oasis Omaha at 2511 Leavenworth St in downtown Omaha blends a vintage shop, record store and retro arcade, featuring a curated collection of 29 pinball machines that ranges from classic electro-mechanical titles to modern solid‑state games. The space offers a cozy, nostalgia-driven atmosphere with regular events and tournaments and is well-regarded by visitors for its friendly staff and positive reviews. Hours are typically Wednesday–Saturday 11am–7pm and Sunday 11am–4pm, making it a great weekend destination for collectors and casual players alike.

Located in Old Sacramento at 117 J Street, Capital Pinball Parlor is a tournament-focused, family-friendly pinball arcade offering a lively retro atmosphere in the heart of downtown Sacramento. The parlor houses 34 pinball machines spanning classic and modern titles and offers unlimited-play all-day passes (regular and youth pricing available). It hosts regular tournaments and weekly league nights—popular Friday events feature an all-you-can-play option plus a low-cost tournament entry—making it a go-to spot for competitive and casual players alike. Visitors praise the well-maintained machines, welcoming staff, and snack/drink options (food is allowed), making Capital Pinball Parlor a great choice for families, groups, and pinball enthusiasts exploring Sacramento.

Scanlines Arcade, located at 2320 Valentine Dr in Kokomo, IN, is a pinball-focused retro arcade showcasing a curated collection of 32 pinball machines alongside classic arcade titles for players of all ages. The locally owned venue hosts tournaments and regular promotions (including half-price or $0.50 pinball days), offers arcade and pinball repair services, and is frequently praised on its Facebook page for well-maintained machines, a clean, family-friendly atmosphere, and a welcoming local gaming community.

Arcade Amusements at 930 Manitou Ave in downtown Manitou Springs, CO, is a family‑friendly vintage penny arcade and retro game museum offering skee‑ball lanes, the classic horse derby, foosball, a mix of classic and modern video games, and a deep pinball collection of more than 30 machines that appeals to kids, collectors, and nostalgic visitors alike. The arcade emphasizes preservation of historic amusement machines, operates daily with seasonal hours, and provides a sprawling, multi‑building nostalgic experience on Manitou’s main strip frequently praised in visitor reviews.

The Ottawa Pinball Arcade, located inside The Neighbourhood Pub at 2559 Baseline Road in Ottawa, ON, is a pinball-focused destination featuring over 30 meticulously maintained machines—from vintage 1970s tables to modern titles—alongside classic arcade video games and pub-style food and drinks. Visitors praise the friendly staff, lively dive-bar atmosphere, affordable pay-to-play gaming, and a well-curated, rotating roster that makes it a popular spot for collectors, casual players, and groups looking for nostalgic entertainment.

The Garcade in Menomonee Falls (N85 W15920 Appleton Ave) is a family-friendly retro arcade and pinball hall boasting 32 pinball machines alongside a wide selection of vintage and modern arcade games, plus air hockey, foosball, DDR and regular tournaments that appeal to players of all ages. Open since 2012, The Garcade offers an all-day wristband (about $20) for unlimited play and a come-and-go experience, and it earns consistently strong local reviews for its curated collection, clean venue and friendly staff.

Lumberjack Johnny's Appleton at 2701 N Oneida St is a rustic, upscale entertainment emporium combining axe-throwing lanes, an arcade bar and a tournament-ready pinball room with a curated collection of 31 machines alongside classic arcade games and RC excavators. The venue hosts leagues, private events and tournaments, serves food and a wide selection of drinks, and is part of the Lumberjack Johnny’s group known for elevated axe-throwing experiences in Wisconsin. Guests consistently give strong local reviews for the lively atmosphere and friendly staff, making it a popular spot for groups, date nights and competitive play in Appleton.

SomePlace Else Brewery at 6425 W 52nd Ave in Arvada is a dog‑friendly brewcade and taproom that brews on site and serves a rotating selection of taps in a relaxed, community‑focused space. The venue pairs craft beer with a large arcade lineup—roughly 30+ pinball, skee‑ball and video games (current machine list totals 31) with pinball play restricted to 21+—making it a go‑to spot for pinball and arcade enthusiasts. Guests frequently highlight the friendly staff, rotating beer selection and themed, down‑home atmosphere, and the taproom hosts regular events and meetups that keep the local crowd coming back.

Den of Pin is an electromechanical pinball museum at 9919 SW Bank Rd, Vashon, WA, specializing in vintage machines from the 1950s–1970s with an ever-changing collection of 31 games set to free play with admission. Owner/restorer Mo Davis runs a hands-on venue that hosts leagues, monthly tournaments and workshops, offers repairs, buying/selling/consignment of vintage games, private events, and sells snacks, beer and soda; the site lists hours, free parking, and admission details (“Ages 7 and under FREE! Kids 8–80 $10; Adults 81+ Free”) for all-day access to the machines. The intimate, museum-like space is family-friendly and popular with collectors and pinball enthusiasts who come for the restored EM gameplay and community events—no Wi‑Fi or TVs, just old-school pinball play.

Enterrium at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg, IL is an upscale, family-friendly entertainment destination that pairs a contemporary American restaurant and elevated craft bars with a lively social gaming lounge, boutique bowling (eight lanes), private event space and a large video arcade, making it a top spot for groups, families and gamers alike. The venue also features a substantial pinball collection — the provided floor list includes 31 machines — with a dedicated pinball area near the bowling lanes and a mix of classic and modern titles alongside pool, redemption games and a full menu of shareable plates and drinks.

Fun Stop Arcade at 41 Clementon Rd inside the Berlin Farmers Market is a family-friendly pinball and video-game arcade with a rotating collection of 31 pinball machines, from classic titles to modern premium and pro games, plus arcade cabinets, kiddie rides and crane games for all ages. Visitors praise the well-maintained machines, friendly staff, and regular pinball tournaments and launch events that keep the local community coming back.

Wax Moon at 1310 Altamont Ave in Richmond is an independent, metal- and goth-leaning record and video shop that houses a horror-themed pinball arcade in the back; the arcade runs all games on free play with a single-entry fee (typically $10, $15 on Saturdays), is generally open 11–7 daily, and maintains a rotating lineup of roughly 31 pinball machines alongside a large selection of vinyl, VHS, and merch that draw a devoted local crowd.

Game Cycle, located at 1300 St Paris Pike in Springfield, OH, is a family-friendly retro arcade and pinball store offering vintage and current video games, classic arcade cabinets, and a welcoming atmosphere for kids and collectors alike. The shop buys and trades games and maintains an active Facebook page that highlights inventory, arcade updates, and events. On-site you'll find dozens of pinball machines (the provided inventory list includes 43 titles) alongside a broad selection of used games and media, and visitors frequently praise the selection and friendly staff, making it a local go-to for retro gaming and pinball enthusiasts.

South Australia Pinball & Arcade, located at 19 Playford Crescent in Salisbury North, is a specialist pinball and retro arcade venue and workshop featuring 31 restored pinball machines and classic arcade cabinets, offering public sessions, private hire for parties and events, on-site servicing and full refurbishments as well as regular tournaments and lock-in sessions for enthusiasts and families alike. Visitors praise the clean, well-lit showroom, friendly knowledgeable staff and value-for-money sessions, making it a popular destination for collectors, nostalgic gamers and event bookings in Adelaide’s northern suburbs.

Cidercade Arlington at 500 E Division St in Arlington, TX is a spacious barcade and family-friendly arcade offering unlimited play on over 300 classic and modern arcade games for a single admission, an on-site craft cider and beer bar, and party/event options; it’s family-friendly by day and 18+ after 9pm. The venue also boasts a curated pinball collection of 30 machines alongside dozens of video game cabinets, making it a popular spot for families, groups, date nights, and visitors before or after events at nearby AT&T Stadium and Globe Life Field.

Quasars Arcade at 5301 Everhart Rd Ste H in Corpus Christi is a retro, family-friendly pinball and video game arcade that doubles as an arcade bar and event space, known for late-night hours and a welcoming, kid-friendly atmosphere. The venue offers a rotating lineup of roughly 30 pinball machines—vintage and modern—as well as classic arcade cabinets, tournament play, rentals and a showroom for buying and selling games, making it a go-to spot for pinball enthusiasts and families alike. Locals praise the clean, well-maintained machines, reasonable food and drink prices, and friendly staff, and the arcade frequently runs promotions and events that keep regulars coming back.

The Strong National Museum of Play at 1 Manhattan Square Dr., Rochester, NY, is a highly interactive, family‑friendly museum devoted to the history and culture of play and home to the World Video Game Hall of Fame; its Pinball Playfields exhibit features a rotating collection of roughly 30 playable pinball machines. Guests can enjoy video game arcades, skee‑ball, air hockey, DDR, foosball and kid‑friendly exhibits while playing curated pinball titles such as Hit 'N' Run, Demolition Man, Time Machine, Doodle Bug, Defender, Space City, Foto Finish, American Beauty, with staff maintenance and accessible programming that make it a top family destination in Rochester.

Capital Pinball is a community-focused pinball club located at 70 Pembroke Road in Concord, NH, featuring a curated, rotating collection of 34 pinball machines and a welcoming space for players of all skill levels. Memberships and $15 guest passes grant unlimited play, and the club runs regular events, tournaments, board-game nights and video-game nights to keep the calendar lively. Local reviews highlight the friendly atmosphere and strong machine variety, making Capital Pinball a popular spot for casual play, practice sessions and small gatherings.

I Need a Miracle Tickets at 5541 E Spring St in Long Beach combines a ticket shop with a busy pinball and free-play arcade, offering hourly passes, day passes and monthly memberships for unlimited play; the shop is open afternoons and evenings and also hosts private rentals and buys/sells/trades machines. The venue features around 30–40 machines across two rooms, all set to free play, with a mix of modern premium titles and classics including Addams Family, Avatar: The Battle For Pandora LE, Jaws (Premium), Godzilla (Premium), Star Wars (Premium), Led Zeppelin (Premium), Harry Potter (Arcade Edition) and The Beatles (Gold Edition), making it a favorite local spot for collectors and casual players alike.

Magoos Sports Bar & Billiards, located at 5002 S Memorial Dr in Tulsa, is a lively pool-hall-style arcade and family-friendly sports bar offering pool, air hockey, foosball, video games, food and a full bar, and it hosts a 29-machine pinball collection on site. Popular with local players and visitors for its wide variety of arcade games, casual tournament play and welcoming atmosphere, Magoos earns consistent praise in customer reviews for its working machines and game-focused environment, making it a top spot in Tulsa for pinball and billiards enthusiasts.

NWA Pinball Club at 2398 S. M. Street in Rogers, AR is a community-run pinball and tournament arcade that promotes casual play, IFPA-sanctioned tournaments and private events for local players and visitors. The venue maintains a roughly 30-machine rotating lineup (current roster posted on their site) and hosts regular Friday-night sessions and organized competitions for players of all skill levels. The club emphasizes community and family-friendly play while welcoming adults, with event details, hours and contact information available on their website and Facebook page.

Located inside CherryVale Mall at 7200 Harrison Ave in Rockford, Tilted 10 is a two-level, family-friendly entertainment complex that blends a full-service restaurant and bar with 12 bowling lanes, bumper cars, blacklight mini-golf, a laser‑tag arena and over 200 arcade and redemption games, and features a curated 29-machine pinball collection—making it a top pick for families, groups, birthday parties and arcade-bar nights in Rockford; guests praise the wide variety of attractions and menu items while reviews note occasional concerns about pricing and service, so party reservations are recommended for peak times.