Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

The Train Station in Callahan, Florida at 617225 Brandies Ave is a veteran‑owned, family‑friendly entertainment center featuring axe throwing with projected digital targets, immersive VR escape rooms and simulators, classic arcade games, billiards, darts, and party packages for groups and birthdays. The arcade now includes pinball machines such as JAWS, King Kong, and STAR WARS, adding nostalgic flair to its lineup of VR and axe‑throwing attractions and making it a popular choice for family outings and events.

Alpine Pizza in downtown Flagstaff on Route 66 has been revived as a local favorite serving classic pies, wings, beer and late‑night slices in a laid‑back, memorabilia‑filled dining room with extended weekend hours and a community‑focused vibe. The restaurant also hosts a small pinball collection featuring Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant's Eye and King Kong: Myth of Terror Island, making it a convenient stop for pizza and arcade gaming near downtown Flagstaff.

Emerson Lanes at 1501 36th St in Parkersburg, WV is a family-friendly bowling center and newly expanded arcade featuring 24 lanes, a snack bar, party packages and ticket-redemption prizes, with a welcoming atmosphere and active social channels for updates. Pinball players will find premium Stern titles on site, including Godzilla, JAWS and Jurassic Park.

Disney's Art of Animation at 1850 Animation Way in Lake Buena Vista/Orlando houses the Pixel Play Arcade in Animation Hall, a spacious, family-friendly game room with classic and contemporary arcade titles and convenient resort hours that make it a popular indoor activity for guests The arcade's pinball lineup includes Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Star Wars (Pro), The Uncanny X‑Men (Pro), TRON: Legacy

Primal Brewery Huntersville at 16432 Old Statesville Rd is a community-focused taproom and brewery known for small-batch, rotating beers, food-truck nights and live-music events in a casual industrial setting, offering a welcoming spot for locals and visitors alike. The back rec room features four pinball machines—Avengers: Infinity Quest (Premium), Cactus Canyon (Remake - Special Edition Plus), James Bond 007 (Pro), Rush (Pro)—with games set to $0.50 play and an 18+ policy for pinball players, making it a popular stop for beer lovers and pinball enthusiasts.

The Eclectic Chic at 2044 Glenwood Shopping Plaza in Oneida, NY is a large, purple antiques mall and boutique showcasing hundreds of local vendors with antiques, primitives, handmade goods and local foods, plus a cafe with treats and complimentary coffee and an on-site adoption corner—popular with visitors for its variety and friendly staff. The shop also offers a small pinball selection for casual play, including Duotron, Demolition Man, Disco Fever, and Double-Shuffle.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Portland Downtown at 319 SW Pine St offers spacious two-room suites and a small on-site game area with four pinball machines, making it a convenient stay for pinball fans visiting downtown Portland. The hotel features an on-site restaurant and complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and enjoys easy access to nearby entertainment and arcades such as Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade, with guests praising its central location and service.

Dogwood Tavern in Blue Jay near Lake Arrowhead is a cozy, 21+ mountain tavern with rustic-cabin decor, a full bar, late-night pub menu and regular events (live bands, DJs, karaoke and comedy) where locals and visitors enjoy pool, retro arcade games and a small pinball lineup; guests praise the friendly service and affordable drinks, and the pinball collection features Led Zeppelin, The Mandalorian, Metallica Remastered.

Well Played Games at 1400 Charles Blvd Suite 130‑G in Greenville is a community-focused game store and token-operated arcade offering retro video games, board games, trading-card products and tabletop play in a family-friendly space; its pinball bank, located to the left of the main gaming area, features Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro) and The Mandalorian (Pro), with games on tokens and consistent daily hours listed by local directories.

American Legion Edward B. Cutter Post 102 at 400 W Main St in Anoka, MN is a community-focused veterans' post with a full bar and kitchen serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, regular events such as karaoke and bingo, and rentable halls for meetings and celebrations. The post is also listed as a small pinball location with roughly four machines on site, offering a casual spot for pinball play alongside food and drinks.

Last Level Lounge at 72 Dunlop St E in downtown Barrie is a retro arcade bar with a full licensed bar and kitchen that offers unlimited play on its arcade and pinball collection (typically a $5 cover with varying weekend pricing), is family-friendly earlier in the evening and hosts regular pinball tournaments and community events. Its current pinball lineup features Addams Family, Godzilla (Premium), Medieval Madness (Remake), Metallica (Pro), Monster Bash, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Pro), and visitors frequently note friendly staff, good music, and strong local reviews for value and atmosphere.

Cattivo at 146 44th St in Pittsburgh’s Lawrenceville neighborhood occupies the space now operating as SideQuest on 44th, a lively, queer-friendly bar and live music venue offering a full menu, craft drinks and downstairs entertainment including pool, darts and pinball; the venue’s pinball lineup features Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Pro), Jaws (Pro), Metallica Remastered (Premium), Stranger Things (Pro).

Just Chill Creamery at 5503 MacArthur Rd in Whitehall, PA is a family-owned ice cream parlor known for homemade, creative flavors, waffle cones and vegan options, with a cozy party room and a small game area featuring pinball machines Avengers: Infinity Quest, Jurassic Park, Led Zeppelin and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (machines operated by Mayhem Amusements and typically set at $1 per play); guests praise the friendly staff, generous portions and flavor variety, and the shop adds extra fun with a claw redemption game, making it a popular, family-friendly stop for dessert and casual pinball in the Lehigh Valley.

Round1 Bowling & Amusement Sandy, at 10450 S. State St in The Shops at South Town, is a large multi-level entertainment center offering bowling, billiards, karaoke, a full snack and bar menu, extensive crane/claw prize areas and a spacious arcade with many Japan-import rhythm games and ticket redemption attractions, open late for family outings and group nights out. The location also hosts four public pinball machines — Ghostbusters, Guardians of the Galaxy, Metallica, and Star Wars — clustered near the bowling and food areas for easy play. Guests frequently praise the broad game selection and friendly staff, while some reviews note occasional maintenance issues on specific arcade cabinets.

Port Orleans Brewing Co., at 4124 Tchoupitoulas St in Uptown New Orleans, is a local craft brewery and lively taproom offering a rotating lineup of New Orleans–style beers, a spacious indoor/outdoor taproom and on-site food by AVOTACO, with hours, events and brewery details listed on its website. Guests consistently praise the friendly staff, tasty beers and food in reviews, making it a popular spot for gatherings and casual nights out. The venue also features a small pinball setup (four machines on record) with the current inventory including machines 3169 and 3023, combining craft beer with laid-back arcade fun.

Timezone Haymarket is a bright, family-friendly arcade on Level 3 of Market City (Shop 9/13 Hay St, Haymarket) offering a wide mix of arcade games, bumper cars, a prize counter and interactive attractions, with reviewers frequently praising its clean environment and helpful staff and the venue promoting regular offers and extended hours. Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Pro), The Munsters (Pro)

Beer Thug Brewpub at 117 E 162nd St in Gardena is a neighborhood brewpub offering Beer Thug craft beers and gastropub-style burgers in a lively, community-focused space with regular live music, DJs and food pop-ups; guests praise its upbeat vibe and local flavor, and the spot also features a small selection of pinball machines for casual play.

Replay Lounge at 946 Massachusetts St in downtown Lawrence, KS is a long‑running rock‑and‑roll pinball bar that pairs live local bands, karaoke and a roomy L‑shaped bar with an outdoor patio—summed up by its tagline “Booze. Pinball. Rock.” Guests and reviewers praise the friendly bartenders, affordable drinks and lively atmosphere, and the venue regularly hosts live music and pinball‑focused events (Yelp notes free pinball hours on Fridays). The current on‑floor pinball collection consists of four machines (IDs 3415, 902, 2569, 3167).

Games Galore Entertainment Center on Meadowood Mall Circle in Reno is a friendly local game store located inside Meadowood Mall that specializes in board games, puzzles, tabletop accessories and carries a small selection of pinball machines for casual play. Shoppers and players praise the clean, well-maintained space and helpful staff, and the shop offers a laid-back spot for families and hobbyists to browse new and used games or try a pinball machine between mall visits.

Low Card Tattoo at 2310 E Carson St in Pittsburgh’s South Side is a clean, walk-in-friendly tattoo studio known for experienced artists and a welcoming atmosphere for both first-timers and seasoned clients and also offers a small pinball corner with Halloween (CE), Metallica (LE), Pulp Fiction (SE), Venom (Premium)

Night Owl Lounge at 2000 W Midway Blvd in Broomfield, CO is a lively, locally owned dive-style sports bar and neighborhood hangout known for affordable drinks, pool tables, darts, foosball, karaoke, live music and a rotating food truck, with a friendly staff and popular happy-hour deals. The bar also features a small, well-maintained collection of pinball machines including The Addams Family, Bram Stoker's Dracula, Junk Yard and The Sopranos

Viking Pizza Company in Chapel Hill at 4384 Nashville Hwy is a family-owned, wood-fired pizzeria known for thin-crust specialty pies, a casual family-friendly atmosphere and strong local reviews, with evening hours and a selection of craft beers and pizzas cooked in a wood oven. The location also hosts a small on-site pinball collection including Avatar, Harley-Davidson, The Mandalorian (Pro), Viking.

Xplosions Bar & Bowl at 25 Bakery Square in Melton is a family-friendly entertainment venue offering tenpin bowling lanes, a bar and café, glow mini-golf, pool tables, arcade amusements and function rooms, with regular events like karaoke nights and school-holiday specials; the venue is praised for its casual, value-oriented atmosphere and friendly staff, though some reviews note occasional slow service. The location also hosts pinball machines including Judge Dredd, Revenge from Mars, Terminator 2: Judgment Day.

Island City Brewing Company at 65 E Front St in Winona is a cozy downtown taproom serving craft beer with a small, family-friendly pinball setup. The venue hosts four well-maintained machines—Triple Action, Jurassic Park (Pro), World Cup Soccer, and Terminator 2: Judgment Day—according to pinball location listings, making it a reliable stop for retro-game fans visiting downtown Winona.

Emagine Willow Creek Theater at 9900 Shelard Parkway in Plymouth, MN is a modern, multiscreen luxury cinema featuring reserved power‑reclining seats, EMX/Dolby Atmos 4K screens, gourmet concessions including stone‑fired pizza and a mocktail menu, plus party/event spaces and online reserved seating; no alcohol is served at this location. Guests frequently praise the roomy seating and friendly service in reviews, while concession experiences vary by visit.

Belconnen Bowling Club on Beetaloo Street in Hawker (ACT) is an independent, community-focused lawn bowls club with a bistro and bar, pool tables, live entertainment and regular social and pennant bowls events; it also features four pinball machines for casual play, making it a relaxed spot for food, drink and games. Visitors commonly praise the friendly staff, good-value meals and lively atmosphere in online reviews, making the club a popular local entertainment venue.

Benny Lucchetti’s Pizza at 202 S Battlefield Blvd in Chesapeake is a casual Benny’s pizzeria known for giant 28-inch New York–style slices, whole pies, rotating specials and late-night hours—this location opened in Summer 2024 next to the local Dairy Queen and even includes a small arcade area with four pinball machines for quick games between slices; customers frequently praise the large, flavorful slices and friendly staff, and the shop posts its menu, hours and specials on its location page.

Olde Salem Brewing Company — Market Street at 315 Market St SE in downtown Roanoke is a lively taproom showcasing experimental small-batch brews alongside classics from their Salem flagship, with a rotating tap list and a relaxed Market Street atmosphere; the Roanoke location hosts regular events and live music and includes four pinball machines for casual play while you sample their beers, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.

Social Food Hall at 110 S Main St in downtown Elizabethtown, KY is a restored, family‑friendly food hall and entertainment destination featuring chef‑driven vendors (Maillard Wood Fired Kitchen, Wasabi Bistro and StrEAT Kitchen), a full tap wall and bar, duckpin bowling, upstairs pool tables, arcade games and four pinball machines, plus regular events, classes and private‑event space — a lively spot for craft beer, cocktails and casual dining.

Kaboom at 901 9th St N Suite B in Great Falls, MT is a family entertainment center and arcade featuring laser tag, a redemption arcade, a large inflatable park and ninja course, VR suites, axe‑throwing lanes and party packages—making it a popular choice for families and group events. The arcade also includes four pinball machines alongside redemption and video games, adding classic coin‑op fun to the venue's mix of activities for all ages.