Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

Game Vault Brunswick, located at 219 Mall Blvd in Brunswick, GA, is a full-service arcade and game shop offering classic and modern video arcade cabinets, several pinball machines, trading card games, tabletop play, and a rotating selection of collectibles, comics, skateboards, and bikes. Popular with families and hobbyists, the location is praised for friendly customer service and well-maintained machines, making it a convenient spot for casual play, local meetups, and shopping for gaming memorabilia in the Glynn Place Mall area.

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).

Down Under Bar & Grill at 4 West Main St in Westminster, MD is a 21+ basement arcade bar and pool-hall style dive that pairs affordable drinks, classic bar food and a lively late-night atmosphere with DJs, a dance floor and live music. The venue hosts a small rotating pinball collection including Cyclone, Eight Ball Deluxe, Flash, Laser Cue, Road Kings alongside multiple pool tables, making it a popular local spot for pinball and pool enthusiasts.

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.

Caterpillar Cafe at 227 Symons St in Richland is a locally owned, family-friendly coffee and tea shop located inside Adventures Underground that serves drinks and snacks, hosts live-music and community events on a small stage, and provides a casual, all-ages spot to play pinball. The cafe's pinball lineup has included Foo Fighters, Stranger Things, Bond 007 and Dungeons & Dragons, making it a compact but up-to-date stop for pinball fans in the Tri-Cities area.

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.

BrewDog DogTap Brisbane at 77 Metroplex Ave in Murarrie is BrewDog’s riverside brewery taproom and bar offering 28 taps of craft beer, brewery tours, a riverside deck and casual bar food in a spacious venue with plenty of parking and a lively atmosphere. The venue also features a small pinball and arcade selection—listed with four pinball machines on Pinball Map—and regularly hosts gaming events and pop-ups, making it a popular spot for craft-beer lovers and players alike.

General Public Frankston at 16 Playne St is a two-level entertainment hub combining nine tenpin bowling lanes with a vibrant arcade of retro and modern games and a rotating selection of pinball machines, plus golf simulators, pool tables, a full bar and casual dining—making it a popular spot for families, groups and events with rooftop parking and dedicated party spaces noted for good value and lively atmosphere.

Welcome to Thornbury at 520 High St, Thornbury VIC is a sprawling public bar and event space with a massive beer garden, food truck park and an on-site Arcade Garage offering a stacked lineup of modern and retro arcade games for casual players and high scorers alike. The venue typically hosts four pinball machines — recent inventories listed on Pinball Map include AC/DC (Premium), The Addams Family and Monster Bash — making it a lively destination for pinball nights and social gaming in Melbourne’s north.

Bartronica, in the basement at 335 Flinders Lane, Melbourne CBD, is a retro arcade bar that pairs craft beers and cocktails with a rotating collection of original pinball machines and rare arcade cabinets from the 1970s–2000s; booth seating and console setups let groups play Mario Kart and Smash Bros while enjoying bar snacks. The venue offers a New York–style beer garden, regular happy-hour specials, and private/group hire options, making it a popular after-work and nightlife destination for gamers and beer lovers seeking nostalgic arcade nights in Melbourne.