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Pig Minds Brewing Co.
Pig Minds Brewing Co., located at 4080 Steele Dr., Machesney Park, IL, is a longtime craft brewpub known for its on‑site brewed ales and a rotating menu with many vegan-friendly pub dishes served in a casual industrial taproom with indoor/outdoor seating and regular events. Upstairs above the bar the brewery features five pinball machines — Aerosmith (Premium), Avengers: Infinity Quest (Premium), Labyrinth (Barrels of Fun), Monster Bash (Special Edition) and Venom (Premium) — and hosts pinball events (including promotions like a free game with a pint on select nights).
Illinois
Machesney Park, IL 61115
Old School Pizza
Old School Pizza at 507 N 3rd St in Malta, IL is a cozy, family-friendly pizzeria with a laid-back retro vibe, praised for crispy crusts, generous toppings and friendly service; the dine-in spot also showcases a vintage-arcade atmosphere with a small playable pinball and classic arcade collection, making it a popular choice for pizza nights, casual gatherings and pinball fans visiting the Malta area.
Illinois
Malta, IL 60150
Obscurity Brewing and Craft Mead
Obscurity Brewing and Craft Mead at 113 W N St in downtown Elburn is a cozy brewpub and meadery serving wood-smoked barbecue, house-brewed beers and craft meads with a beer garden and regular live music—guests praise the friendly service, food and family-friendly atmosphere. The taproom also features a rotating collection of pinball machines including Aerosmith, Guardians of the Galaxy, Led Zeppelin, The Mandalorian and Star Wars, and the venue has hosted pinball tournaments and community events.
Illinois
Elburn, IL 60119

State of Comics
State of Comics at 575 Forest Ave in downtown Plymouth, Michigan is a community-driven comic and collectibles shop with a small game room in the back and a bubble-tea outlet in front, offering graphic novels, action figures, Funko collectibles and friendly, locally praised service. The shop maintains a pinball corner featuring machines including Avengers: Infinity Quest (Premium), Back to the Future: The Pinball, Total Nuclear Annihilation, X-Men (LE), providing casual play with cash-set pricing and a relaxed spot to shop and game.
Michigan
Plymouth, MI 48170
Crafted 1979
Crafted 1979 is a bottle shop and tap room at 19200 South La Grange Road in Mokena, Illinois, featuring a rotating lineup of draft beers, hundreds of cans and bottles to take home, a large whiskey and cocktail selection, and a relaxed on‑site space for tasting and socializing. The venue hosts a rotating collection of Stern pinball machines operated by Southside Pinball, including Godzilla, Jaws, The Mandalorian, Uncanny X‑Men, Venom.
Illinois
Mokena, IL 60448
Dickens
Dickens at 1000 9 Ave SW in Calgary is a laid-back downtown pub and live-music venue serving pub fare and a wide selection of beers in a lively, welcoming atmosphere that draws locals and visitors alike, with regular shows and late hours for nightlife crowds. The bar also features a small, well-chosen pinball lineup including Adventures of Rocky and Bullwinkle and Friends, Deadpool (Pro), Evel Knievel, Royal Rumble (WWF), and Star Wars (Pro), making it a great stop for casual players and pinball fans looking to combine games with food, drinks, and music.
Alberta
Calgary, AB T2P 2Y6
Mr. B’s Game Zone at Imperial Lanes
Mr. B’s Game Zone at Imperial Lanes, located at 44650 Garfield Rd in Clinton Township, MI, is a renovated arcade area inside an 80-lane family bowling center offering a lively mix of attractions—Fly’n Duck pin bowling, Mario Kart-style racing, Super Bikes 3, Halo Fireteam Raven, Golden Tee, Jurassic Park, a Pac-Man Pixel cabinet with 32 classic games, a photo booth, plus food, a full bar and party packages for birthdays and groups. The Game Zone also hosts a small pinball collection featuring King Kong: Myth of Terror Island, Godzilla, JAWS, and Stranger Things, making it a good stop for both casual players and pinball fans.
Michigan
Clinton Township, MI 48038

Barebottle Brew Co. (San Francisco)
Located at 1525 Cortland Ave in Bernal Heights, Barebottle Brew Co. is a warehouse‑style taproom and craft brewery known for experimental, rotating beers, daily food trucks and a roomy arcade area with shuffleboard and console multiplayer games. The taproom’s curated pinball lineup includes Batman '66 (Premium), Black Knight: Sword of Rage (Pro), Ghostbusters (Premium), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Munsters (Premium LE).
California
San Francisco, CA 94110
Peasants Deli
Peasants Deli at 473 Atterdag Rd in Solvang is an artisanal deli, market and compact arcade known for housemade pastrami sandwiches, generous portions and a casual, family-friendly atmosphere. The adjoining arcade offers a curated selection of pinball titles — Godzilla (Pro), Jaws (Pro), Jurassic Park (Pro), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Premium), Terminator 2: Judgment Day — perfect for a quick game after lunch. Locals and visitors consistently praise the food and service on review sites, making Peasants Deli a popular stop for sandwiches and silverball in the Santa Ynez Valley.
California
Solvang, CA 93463

Kingpin Bowling
Kingpin Bowling (Kingpin Underground) at 207 West Ave in Kannapolis blends six lanes of traditional duckpin bowling with a lively arcade and bar atmosphere, featuring private karaoke rooms, craft beer from Old Armor Beer Company, and a broad arcade selection that includes skee‑ball, air hockey and pinball (five pinball machines on site). Reservations and private-party packages are available, the venue enforces 21+ after 7 PM, and it’s a well-liked downtown entertainment spot with generally positive reviews from visitors.
North Carolina
Kannapolis, NC 28081
Carolina Beer Temple & the Ames Street Marketplace
Carolina Beer Temple & the Ames Street Marketplace is a craft beer bar and bottle shop at 215 N Ames St in downtown Matthews, NC, featuring rotating taps and a large retail selection of local, national, and international brews in a spacious Ames Street Marketplace setting that welcomes food from nearby restaurants. The venue also offers a small pinball area with five machines (operated by Ready Player One Amusements), making it a popular stop for beer enthusiasts who enjoy casual gaming and community-focused events.
North Carolina
Matthews, NC 28105
Bald Birds Brewing Company
Bald Birds Brewing Company in Jersey Shore, PA (220 Shaffer Lane) is a spacious craft brewery and taproom housed in a converted 153,000 sq ft warehouse that includes a 7,000 sq ft taproom, a 10,000 sq ft event and wedding venue, outdoor seating, two golf simulators, and a large production brewery; it pours a rotating lineup of Bald Birds and guest beers and hosts regular events and private functions. The Jersey Shore taproom also features on-site Gunzey’s Hot Sausage for food, arcade games and a handful of pinball machines for casual play, making it a popular destination for craft-beer lovers seeking food, games, and event space in central Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania
Jersey Shore, PA 17740
Mel & Faye's Diner
Mel & Faye's Diner, located at 31 CA‑88 in Jackson, CA, is a longtime local diner serving classic American comfort food—burgers, steak & eggs, fried chicken and milkshakes—with a full bar and outdoor seating and consistently strong local reviews. The owner is a known pinball enthusiast and the diner maintains a small, well‑kept collection (reported as five machines), making it a friendly stop for both diners and pinball fans looking for hearty food and casual gaming.
California
Jackson, CA 95642
Red Whale Coffee
Red Whale Coffee at 169 Paul Drive in San Rafael is a roastery-owned coffee bar focused on single-origin and small-batch beans roasted onsite, with a bright, takeaway-friendly counter, baked-in-house pastries, merchandise and a cozy lounge area featuring a vintage pinball, popcorn machine and rock & roll memorabilia. The shop also hosts a pinball lineup including NBA Fastbreak, Star Trek (Pro), Star Wars (Premium), Terminator 2: Judgment Day, X Files, making it a relaxed spot to enjoy specialty espresso, cold brew or a pastry between games.
California
San Rafael, CA 94903

Level Up Games
Level Up Games at 3700 Satellite Blvd #9A in Duluth, GA is a large, community-focused tabletop game store offering trading-card games, board games, RPGs, miniatures, hobby supplies, puzzles and gifts, with regular events, open-play space and friendly staff. The Duluth location also features pinball machines for casual play (five on-site), hosts weekly events and seasonal promotions, and is regularly praised by customers for its size and welcoming atmosphere.
Georgia
Duluth, GA 30096
Mug-Shot Saloon
Mug-Shot Saloon at 251 W Parks Hwy in Wasilla, AK is a longtime local saloon and live-music bar known for its friendly, down-to-earth atmosphere, full bar and rotating beer selection according to customer reviews and the venue’s social pages. The pub features pool tables, regular live music and a community-oriented crowd, and also maintains a small, rotating arcade with a reported five pinball machines (current machines listed: 4506, 848, 3022, 3738; total reported: 5), making it a casual spot for drinks and games.
Alaska
Wasilla, AK 99654

Pinky & Clyde's Arcade Bar
Pinky & Clyde's Arcade Bar at 1044 E Montague Ave in Park Circle, North Charleston, blends a retro arcade vibe with a full bar—offering classic arcade cabinets, craft cocktails, a curated beer list, regular pinball tournaments and a Saturday kid's day for families. The venue's pinball lineup includes Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Pro), Jaws (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), Star Wars: Fall of the Empire (Pro), Uncanny X‑Men (Pro).
South Carolina
North Charleston, SC 29405

Bastrop Beer Company
Bastrop Beer Company, at 1008 Main St in historic downtown Bastrop, TX, is a craft beer bar and bottle shop with dozens of bottles, 28 taps and a relaxed game-room vibe featuring arcade games, darts, pool and other entertainment options. The bar maintains a five-machine pinball bank that typically includes Elvis, The Flintstones, Funhouse, Judge Dredd and World Poker Tour. Guests praise the friendly atmosphere, events and games in online reviews, making it a popular stop for visitors and locals alike.
Texas
Bastrop, TX 78602

Tap Tap | Double Tap Beercade
Tap Tap | Double Tap Beercade at 121 1/2 E College St in Iowa City is a lively Ped Mall beercade blending a full craft-beer tap list, pizza-forward bar menu, daily specials and leagues in a social, game-focused atmosphere (all ages welcome until 8pm). Its pinball lineup features The Beatles (Gold Edition), Deadpool (Pro), Houdini, Legends of Valhalla, Cactus Canyon (Remake - Special Edition), The Mandalorian (Pro).
Iowa
Iowa City, IA 52240

Blue Rhino Pub & Grill
Blue Rhino Pub & Grill at 102 103 St E in Saskatoon’s Sutherland neighbourhood is a family-friendly, community-focused pub serving homemade comfort fare like the Big Dipper sandwich, Rhino Bites and house beer-battered fish & chips, backed by 14 draught taps, private-room bookings and active support for local youth sports. The bar also hosts a small rotating pinball lineup including Black Knight: Sword of Rage (Pro), Deadpool (Pro), Ghostbusters (Pro), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro) and High Roller Casino, making it an ideal spot to grab a bite and enjoy some silverball action.
Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK S7N 1Y7
Hop River Brewing Company
Hop River Brewing Company is a downtown Fort Wayne microbrewery and family-friendly taproom at 1515 N Harrison Street offering a rotating selection of house-brewed craft beers, a pet-friendly patio and board games for casual gatherings. The taproom features a rotating lineup of pinball machines including Cactus Canyon (Remake - Special Edition), Deadpool (Pro), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Jurassic Park (Pro), Stranger Things (Pro), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro). Locals praise Hop River for its welcoming atmosphere, regular events and solid beer selection on review sites like Yelp.
Indiana
Fort Wayne, IN 46808

Quakertown Farmers Market
Quakertown Farmers Market at 201 Station Road in Quakertown, PA is a year‑round indoor/outdoor farmers market and flea market with 100+ vendors, eateries, a discount grocery and family-friendly shopping and dining that draw local shoppers and weekend visitors. The market’s arcade area (Booth 206) features five pinball machines — Aerosmith, Avengers: Infinity Quest, Jurassic Park, Lord of the Rings, and Star Wars — with machine listings and weekend hours documented on local pinball directories.
Pennsylvania
Quakertown, PA 18951

One Eyed Betty's
One Eyed Betty's at 175 W Troy Ave in Ferndale, MI is a bustling bar & kitchen known for its burgers, large rotating craft-beer selection and casual, music-forward atmosphere. The venue hosts five pinball machines — a rotating mix of Bally/Williams classics such as Demolition Man, Fish Tales, Funhouse and Medieval Madness — and often features themed nights and promotions that keep the arcade lineup fresh. Guests praise the friendly staff, broad beer list and lively neighborhood vibe, and the bar occasionally runs pinball promotions like free play after 6 PM on Sundays.
Michigan
Ferndale, MI 48220

Moonshot Tavern
Moonshot Tavern at 2725 SE Ankeny St in Portland is a cozy neighborhood cocktail bar serving PNW‑inspired Southern tavern fare, playful handcrafted cocktails and a low‑key, homey vibe beloved by locals. Alongside its food and drinks the tavern features a five‑machine pinball lineup—AC/DC (Pro), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Iron Man (2010), Doctor Who (1992) and Revenge From Mars (1999)—making it a great stop for casual players and pinball fans alike.
Oregon
Portland, OR 97214

The Final Girl
The Final Girl, located at 7546 Sheridan Rd in Kenosha, WI, is a horror-themed bar and arcade that pays tribute to the final girls of horror and cultivates an inclusive, woman- and minority-friendly space with elevated bar food, craft drinks, and regular events.It features a rotating pinball lineup — currently machines 641, 648, 687 and 642 — alongside arcade games and a rentable back room for private events, making it a distinctive spot for date nights, group outings, or game-focused evenings in Kenosha.
Wisconsin
Kenosha, WI 53143
Rift Arcade
Rift Arcade, located at 311 Main St in Biddeford, ME, is a retro-inspired, family-friendly arcade and bar offering over 40 quarter-operated classics like Pac-Man, Mortal Kombat, Skee-Ball and air hockey alongside a menu of elevated ’90s comfort foods and a full-service bar with weekend 21+ hours for late-night pinball battles and cocktails. The downtown venue features prize redemption, a console lounge, and five pinball machines, and has been praised locally for its nostalgic vibe, friendly staff, and lively community atmosphere.
Maine
Biddeford, ME 04005

Lucky Strike Social (Somerville)
Located at 325 Revolution Drive in Somerville, Lucky Strike Social is an upscale entertainment complex that pairs blacklight bowling, a full-service bar and chef-driven menu with an arcade environment geared toward groups and events, offering craft food and cocktails in a lively Assembly Row setting. The Somerville venue features five Stern pro pinball machines — Aerosmith, Ghostbusters, Guardians of the Galaxy, Star Wars, WWE Wrestlemania — alongside a larger arcade and bowling lanes, making it a convenient stop for pinball players and social outings; note that player reports indicate machine condition can vary, so availability may change.
Massachusetts
Somerville, MA 02145

Round1 Bowling & Amusement Holyoke
Round1 Bowling & Amusement Holyoke is a large family entertainment destination in the Holyoke Mall at 50 Holyoke St, featuring 16 full bowling lanes, billiards, two karaoke rooms, a full food-and-drink menu and a vast Japanese-style arcade full of crane, rhythm and driving games — open daily until 2 AM. The venue also maintains a small pinball bank of about five machines, reportedly including Deadpool (Pro), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Pro) and Star Wars (Pro), alongside 150+ arcade and crane games as noted by pinball and arcade listings and reviewers.
Massachusetts
Holyoke, MA 01040
Cheektowaga Country Club
Cheektowaga Country Club at 4917 Genesee St in Buffalo is an indoor miniature golf bar and retro arcade offering a fun, casual atmosphere with food, drinks and a game-focused lounge ideal for groups and private parties. The venue lists five pinball machines and features classic titles reported by patrons (including T2 and Iron Maiden), along with skee‑ball, pool, darts and other arcade games, making it a popular entertainment spot in the Cheektowaga area.
New York
Buffalo, NY 14225

Pool Hop
Pool Hop at 171 College St in Toronto is a laid-back pool hall and arcade bar offering multiple pool tables and coin-operated pinball for casual nights out. Located above Smith Social House, it’s known for $1 pinball, $2 pool and $5 short cans, creating a retro social vibe popular with locals. Coin-op machine listings and practical details are also documented on PinballMap and local listings for gamers seeking a neighborhood spot to play.
Ontario
Toronto, ON M5T 1P7



















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