Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

Game On Kernersville at 727 E Mountain St in Kernersville, NC is a family-friendly arcade, bar and restaurant offering a full bar, pub-style menu, multiple TVs for sports and a mix of retro and modern arcade games, with a noted playable selection of pinball machines that makes it a popular spot for casual gamers and groups looking for food, drinks, and fun. Local listings and customer reviews praise its lively atmosphere, reasonable prices and friendly staff, and pinball directories list it as a local venue with several machines available for public play.

The Headless Bat, at 3128 Morgan Ford Rd in St. Louis’s Tower Grove South, is a heavy‑metal and horror‑themed pizzeria and bar serving specialty whole pizzas, craft beers and a loud, immersive atmosphere tailored to metal and horror fans, with menu and hours listed on its official site. Since opening in December 2023 it has become a neighborhood draw for food and music lovers and also doubles as a pinball hangout, hosting six pinball machines for casual play and events as listed on Pinball Map.

Maltese Brewing Company in Tappahannock at 1685 Tappahannock Blvd is a firefighter‑owned microbrewery and welcoming taproom serving award‑winning craft beers with indoor and outdoor seating, a family‑ and dog‑friendly atmosphere, regular events like bingo, trivia and Texas Hold ’Em, and space for private parties and community gatherings. The taproom also features a six‑machine pinball bank for casual play and has hosted pinball tournaments, making it a great stop for beer lovers who enjoy arcade games.

7 Ranges Entertainment at 100 Mall Dr in Steubenville, OH is a full-service family entertainment center offering 150+ arcade games, 12 bowling lanes, black-light mini golf, eight axe‑throwing lanes and an on-site restaurant/bar, making it a one-stop destination for groups and families. The venue hosts several pinball machines (current machine list: 759, 1179, 2214, 683) and is listed on PinballMap as a local pinball stop for players and collectors. Regular promotions and event offerings such as Monday Mayhem help keep the experience lively for visitors of all ages.

Gamers Arcade Bar at 321 West Sprague in downtown Spokane is a 21+ retro arcade bar with a full drink menu, classic coin‑op cabinets, air hockey and a lively, nostalgic vibe popular with pre‑show crowds from the nearby Spokane Comedy Club; the cozy spot is known for budget‑friendly drinks and well‑kept games but can get crowded on weekend nights The venue’s pinball bank includes Batman 66 (Premium), James Bond 007 (Premium), Jurassic Park (Pro), Star Wars Comic Art (Pro) and Willy Wonka & The Chocolate Factory (Standard), alongside a rotating lineup of vintage arcade machines and regular events.

West Seattle Arcade at 2758 Alki Ave SW on Alki Beach is a family-friendly arcade with a rotating lineup of six pinball machines and a wide mix of attractions—virtual reality experiences (including SpongeBob VR and Godzilla Kaiju Wars), full-motion racing simulators, air hockey, shooters, ticket games and unique Japanese imports—plus dedicated party spaces and reloadable Play Cards for easy play, making it a popular local destination for families, groups and pinball fans.

Static Age Pinball Arcade at 1245 Old Jolly Bay Rd Unit A105 in Freeport, FL is a small, pinball-focused venue that emphasizes classic tables and a retro play experience for collectors and casual players alike. Local pinball directories list it as a compact operation with a rotating, limited roster of machines, making it a cozy spot for focused play and community meetups.

Mom Said Yes at 4525 Calle Mayor in Torrance, CA is a lively pizza, bar and arcade known for bold pies, cold drinks, regular live music, trivia and themed events with attentive staff and affordable happy-hour deals that draw a local crowd. Its on-site arcade includes a compact, eclectic pinball collection featuring Bomb The Axis Rats, Freedom, Zoom, Velvet, Shoot-A-Line and Royal Flippers.

Duluth Tap Exchange at 1905 W Superior St in Duluth, MN is a lively self‑pour taproom in the Lincoln Park craft district featuring a rotating wall of local and regional craft taps, a full bar, regular events and a friendly, well‑reviewed staff that make it a popular spot for beer tasting and casual meetups. It also hosts a small, rotating pinball collection that includes Stern's The Uncanny X‑Men and Stranger Things, giving casual flippers and high‑score chasers a fun complement to the drink selection.

Wheelie Pop Brewing Mill Creek, at 18204 Bothell Everett Hwy in Bothell, is a racing‑themed craft taproom with outdoor seating, a small game room, multiple TVs, rotating house-brewed beers, and a relaxed, family- and dog-friendly atmosphere where guests can bring food and gather for casual social nights. The Mill Creek location hosts events like F1 watch parties and a monthly Pinball Clinic and features four pinball machines, making it a lively spot for beer lovers who enjoy games and community events.

Park Inn Bar & Grill at 103 W 9th Ave in Spokane is a longtime local tavern offering comfort food and brick-oven pizza, a full bar with rotating taps, many HD TVs for sports, a jukebox, video games and an entertainment-minded atmosphere highlighted on its website. Local reviews praise its broasted chicken and friendly, throwback vibe, and the venue lists a small pinball selection with machines identified as 3800, 4516, 650, 3086, 703 and 4506.

RC Willey at 20 N Stephanie St in Henderson, NV is a large home furnishings and electronics store that also showcases gaming and demo units on its sales floor, offering shoppers a convenient place to try arcade-style equipment while they browse. It maintains a small in-store pinball area with machines set to five-ball freeplay for customers; current inventory (per provided data) includes units with IDs 4500, 3673, 3799, 3738, 3740, 3845 and 3415, providing a fun hands-on diversion amid the store’s furniture and electronics displays.

Griff's Place on McBride Street in Cockatoo is a family-friendly retro arcade and entertainment hub in the Dandenong Ranges featuring an arcade, mini golf, escape rooms, a vintage Apple museum and giant chess — with weekend and school-holiday opening hours, on-street bus access (695/695F) and pay-per-activity pricing for arcade and mini golf. The venue also hosts a rotating pinball collection with titles such as Evel Knievel, Dead Heat, Diamond Lady and Laser Cue, and runs community events and friendly pinball tournaments for locals and visitors alike. Follow Griff's Place on social channels for updates on competitions, special events and seasonal hours.

Q25 Barcade is a compact barcade at 114 N Sacramento Street in Lodi, CA, combining a full bar with a small but varied pinball rotation (current machines: 3022, 3415, 2923, 3099, 3680, 3226). Open from about 4 PM, the venue is priced around $10–20 per person and holds a 4.3-star Google rating from roughly 23 reviews, with patrons commonly praising friendly bartenders while offering mixed feedback on drink selection and pricing. Photos, event updates, and the latest machine lineup are posted on its Instagram @q25_lodi.

Cugino's at 1595 N Hwy 67 in Florissant, MO is a family‑run Italian‑American tavern and restaurant known for hearty pizzas, stuffed meatballs, an upscale casual menu and a large rotating draft beer selection that highlights local breweries, making it a popular spot for food, drinks and casual gatherings in North County, St. Louis. It also doubles as a pinball destination with a rotating lineup of Stern machines — currently listed with five public games (Godzilla Premium, Venom Premium, Stranger Things Premium, Jurassic Park Pro and Guardians of the Galaxy Pro) — and hosts pinball league nights, offering food, drinks and arcade play in one convenient venue.

Kingpin Melbourne at 260 Collins Street in Collins Arcade is a lively bar-and-grill entertainment venue combining a full-service bar, casual dining and an extensive activities floor — including bowling, darts, batting cages and an arcade with Time Play packages — and it features six pinball machines for players of all levels. The Collins Arcade location officially opened in January 2026 and has quickly become a popular CBD destination for groups, date nights and corporate events.

Zap Zone in Farmington, MI (31506 Grand River Ave) is an award-winning family entertainment center that pairs a large arcade with multi-level laser tag, indoor go-karts, bumper cars, glo-golf, a pixel floor and ninja/adventure elements plus birthday and group party packages. The bustling venue is popular with families and pinball enthusiasts and its pinball lineup includes Harry Potter (CE), Star Wars (Pro), The Simpsons Pinball Party, The Munsters (Premium), Avengers: Infinity Quest (Pro), Ghostbusters (Pro), alongside a wide selection of classic and modern arcade cabinets for all ages.

Southern Lights Brewing Company at 2075 Sunnydale Blvd in Clearwater is a neighborhood nano‑brewery and taproom known for its rotating craft beer lineup, skateboard‑themed decor, ample indoor/outdoor seating, regular food trucks and a dog‑friendly patio, creating a relaxed spot for drinks and social nights. Their game room hosts six pinball machines, with titles such as JAWS, Jurassic Park, Venom and Iron Maiden among the pinball favorites that draw players to weekly game nights and special events.

The Nomadic Arcade is a mobile pinball arcade and event rental based in Fergus Falls at 1683 Ottertail Dr, built into a custom utility trailer by Carl “CJ” Zachmann and offering a swipe-to-play setup of classic pinball machines for parties, corporate events, and public pop-ups; it regularly appears at ABC Brewing Co. in Fergus Falls and is bookable for private events. Machines currently listed at the Fergus Falls location include El Dorado and Space Mission.

LandLocked Ales is an independent microbrewery and taproom at 3225 S Wadsworth Blvd in Lakewood, Colorado, offering a rotating lineup of house-brewed, low-gravity ales in a friendly, community-focused space with indoor seating and a small patio. The taproom hosts regular events like trivia, music bingo and food trucks and features several pinball machines for casual play and tournaments (current lineup: 3673, 3799, 679, 3267, 3289). Visitors praise the attentive staff, lively atmosphere and varied beer selection, making it a popular neighborhood spot for both beer lovers and pinball enthusiasts.

Cerebral Brewing – Aurora Arts is a community-focused taproom located at 9990 E Colfax Ave in Aurora’s vibrant Aurora Arts district, offering Cerebral Brewing’s rotating lineup of house and collaboration beers in a spacious, arts-oriented setting that hosts events and welcomes gatherings. The taproom features six pinball machines (current list provided: 3022, 3267, 3415, 3640, 3288, 3431), giving visitors casual arcade fun alongside the beer selection. Local reviews highlight the friendly atmosphere, solid beer selection, and convenient nearby food options, making it a popular spot for craft-beer drinkers and pinball fans alike.

Calavida Cantina Corrales at 10200 Corrales Rd in Albuquerque is a lively brewery-style cantina and taproom known for craft beers, cocktails, a hearty menu of New Mexican bites and a popular outdoor patio that draws locals and visitors alike. The venue also features a six-machine Stern pinball lineup including Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Pro), Foo Fighters (Pro), Rush (Pro), Star Wars: Fall of the Empire (Pro), Uncanny X‑Men (Pro), Venom (Pro).

Located at 16231 Interstate 35 in Pflugerville, Austin's Park N Pizza is a large, family-friendly amusement center with a full arcade, go-karts, mini golf, bumper boats, bowling, laser tag and dedicated party spaces that make it a popular destination for groups and birthdays. The venue maintains a six-machine pinball bank that rotates classic and modern titles, making it a go-to local spot for pinball fans. The collection has included favorites such as Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Led Zeppelin (Pro), Jurassic Park, Street Fighter II and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro), offering a mix of contemporary Stern releases and nostalgic cabinets for players of all skill levels.

The Hero Complex at 100 Jungermann Rd in St. Peters, MO is a superhero-themed family entertainment center and comic shop that mixes collectible shopping with an action-packed arcade; it houses six pinball machines, including X-Men, Venom, The Mandalorian, Jurassic Park and Guardians of the Galaxy, and offers a wide lineup of video games (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Injustice, Halo, Minecraft), themed coin pushers, interactive flashpads and classic favorites like skee-ball, air hockey and basketball—making it a lively, family-friendly destination for pinball fans and gamers alike.

Round1 Bowling & Amusement Philadelphia at 1001 Market St in the Fashion District is a large, family‑friendly entertainment complex combining bowling, billiards, karaoke, an extensive arcade with exclusive Japanese imports and classic games (air hockey, DDR, skee ball, foosball, claw machines), plus a bar and kitchen offering pizza, wings and burgers and late hours (typically open until 2 AM). The venue features six pinball machines (listed on Pinball Map), making it a reliable stop for pinball and retro-arcade enthusiasts alongside modern rhythm and video games. Customer feedback highlights tasty food options but notes busy drink and service lines during peak times, so expect crowds on weekend nights.

Uncle Ollie’s Penthouse at 414 Boyd St in DTLA’s Little Tokyo is a late-night, house‑party style bar featuring DJs, a lively dance floor, a photo booth, a VIP “Chancho Sucio” pub and free-play arcade games, creating a playful, immersive nightlife experience for locals and visitors alike. The venue also offers a rotating pinball lineup that includes Cactus Canyon (Remake Special), Earthshaker and JAWS, making it a popular stop for pinball fans who want to mix gaming with late-night music and inventive decor.

Solids & Stripes at 175 Blanding Blvd Ste 4 in Orange Park is a family-owned pool hall and arcade with a laid-back local vibe, a large beer selection, a casual bar menu, roughly 13 pool tables and six pinball machines. Pinball listings and local maps note machines such as Addams Family and Batman '66 on the floor, making it a good stop for players hunting classic titles. Reviewers consistently praise the friendly owner and staff, inexpensive food and welcoming atmosphere, and the business is well-rated by guests and typically opens in the afternoon.

Premiere Cinemas 16 Gadsden Mall at 1001 Rainbow Dr in Gadsden, AL is a 16-screen multiplex inside Gadsden Mall featuring recliner seating, 3D showings, an on-site Pizza Pub and an arcade area that makes it ideal for family outings and group nights out. Guests praise the clean, up-to-date auditoriums and snack bar, though some reviews note occasional upkeep issues; the location is also home to a small pinball collection of six machines.