Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

YAH Brew is a female-owned, 90s-themed brewery and taproom at 251 W Chocolate Ave in Hershey, offering house beers, cocktails and a casual menu in a nostalgic arcade-style setting. The taproom features four pinball machines: Family Guy, South Park, Street Fighter II, The Simpsons Pinball Party. Guests commonly praise the beer selection, friendly service and fun atmosphere while a few reviews note occasional noise and wait times during busy periods.

Big Lick Brewing Company in downtown Roanoke at 409 Salem Ave SW is a community-focused microbrewery and taproom with a spacious beer garden, rotating craft beers, dog-friendly seating, and a lively calendar of events with nearby food options. The taproom features four coin-play pinball machines — Buck Rogers, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Pro), Jurassic Park (Pro), Pulp Fiction (SE). Big Lick also hosts regular pinball nights and 4‑Pack tournaments that attract local players and add to its energetic, social atmosphere.

Vegga's Pub at 2479 N Fratney St in Riverwest, Milwaukee is a laid-back neighborhood bar known for cheap beer, karaoke nights and a compact back room of well-maintained pinball machines that give the place a lively, community-focused vibe. Its arcade lineup includes Attack from Mars, James Bond 007 (Pro), Jurassic Park (Premium), Rush (Premium), Venom (Premium). The pub hosts a regular pinball tournament (first Thursday of every month at 7pm) and is frequently praised in reviews for friendly staff, good music and budget-friendly drinks, making it a favorite local spot for gamers and regulars alike.

Players Club is a 21+ barcade and retro arcade lounge in Logan Circle at 1400 14th St NW in Washington, DC, offering a basement gamer’s rec-room, rooftop Skybox, craft cocktails, pool tables, foosball, skee-ball and classic arcade cabinets for an energetic night out for adults. Its pinball bank features Godzilla, Guardians of the Galaxy, Jaws and Venom, with games typically available for casual play and noted by players as well‑maintained and coin‑operated, making it a go-to spot for pinball fans and groups seeking nostalgic arcade fun.

Benbow Room at 4210 Southwest Admiral Way in West Seattle is a cozy, pirate‑ship–themed neighborhood bar that blends creative rum cocktails, boozy slushies, hot dogs, DJs and a lively atmosphere with billiards, skee‑ball and a compact arcade feel. Its pinball lineup features Ghostbusters (Premium), Medieval Madness, Monster Bash, White Water.

Yukon Tavern is a time-tested neighborhood tavern at 5819 SE Milwaukie Ave in Portland, Oregon, offering a full bar, food, and old‑school dive-bar atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating. Pinball machines on site include Bram Stoker's Dracula, Seawitch, Taxi, and Walking Dead (LE). Locals praise the friendly bartenders, casual prices, and classic neighborhood vibe that make the Yukon a popular late‑night spot in Southeast Portland.

My-O-My at 8627 NE Sandy Blvd is a cozy NE Portland neighborhood bar offering classic tropical cocktails, a Kona Kitchen food cart, a covered patio and dog-friendly seating with minors allowed until 9pm. The venue's warm, retro vibe—often described as Twin Peaks–like—features a fireplace, pool table and a compact arcade area and receives praise for its atmosphere and food in local reviews. The pinball lineup includes Jurassic Park Pro, Deadpool Pro, White Water, Metallica Pro.

Excelsior Pub on Philip Street is a cozy, New York-focused neighborhood bar with a patio and a menu showcasing Empire State beers, wines and regional dishes, earning strong local reviews for its welcoming atmosphere and staff. The pub is also a favorite spot for pinball players, hosting regular pinball nights and tournaments, and currently offers King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), Uncanny X‑Men (Pro), Who Dunnit, World Cup Soccer.

Common Grounds at 17104 Lorain Ave in Cleveland is a long-running, 24/7 neighborhood coffee shop and late-night hangout known for made-to-order drinks, baked goods and a gritty retro vibe with plenty of seating for studying, gaming or socializing. The shop also features a small arcade with four pinball machines, including Avengers (Pro), Junk Yard and The Walking Dead (Pro), making it a popular stop for local pinball players. Customers frequently praise the friendly staff, late hours and value, while reviews note the offbeat atmosphere and convenience for late-night coffee and games.

Barrel Theory Beer Company is a neighborhood brewery and taproom in Lowertown St. Paul at 248 East 7th Street, offering a rotating lineup of house-brewed IPAs, sours and seasonal small-batch beers in a cozy industrial space with regular food-truck pairings and transparent taproom hours on their site. Guests praise the friendly service and well-curated beer selection in reviews. The taproom also features a small vintage pinball collection including Sentry, Six Stars, Jungle Drums, and 4 Bagger Deluxe.

Bowlero Lanes & Lounge at 4209 Coolidge Highway in Royal Oak is a restored mid‑century, locally owned 16‑lane boutique bowling alley and cocktail lounge known for live music, all‑vinyl DJs, karaoke, a full bar and pizza menu, and a cozy arcade area where you can watch bowlers from large observation windows while enjoying classic pinball play. Pinball machines on rotation include JAWS (Premium), Jurassic Park (Pro), Pulp Fiction (SE), Star Wars (Pro).

Situated at 2162 University Ave W in St. Paul, Dubliner Pub is a lively Irish pub with a dedicated Gamer’s Lair—featuring pool, darts, Golden Tee, Big Buck Hunter, a jukebox, regular live music, private-event rentals and a full bar—offering a relaxed, community-focused spot for drinks, games and sports viewing. Current pinball offerings include JAWS (Pro), John Wick (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror, Stranger Things, giving players a mix of modern Stern titles and fan-favorite licensed games in an easygoing, music-forward pub setting.

Stay Gold Deli at 2635 San Pablo Ave in Oakland is a Central Texas–style BBQ and deli serving smoked meats and classic deli sandwiches in a vintage, record-lined space with a roomy back patio beer garden, making it a lively neighborhood spot for casual meals and gatherings. The counter-service shop also features four playable pinball machines and a game-friendly atmosphere that shows up in social posts and local reviews, adding an arcade vibe to evenings and events.

Game On at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT is a retro-meets-modern entertainment venue inside the Mohegan Sun complex offering chef-driven American dining, a full-service bar, private bowling lanes, karaoke suites and event bookings for groups and parties at 1 Mohegan Sun Blvd. The arcade area features a bank of pinball machines showcasing Game of Thrones (Pro), Ghostbusters (Pro), Star Wars (Pro), and The Walking Dead (Pro).

Old Tavern Bar & Grill at 1510 20th St in Midtown Sacramento is a lively, brick‑lined dive bar and pub known for inexpensive drinks, pub‑style food, a large patio, pool and a compact arcade that keeps locals entertained. The venue also features a small pinball rotation—four machines (current roster: 766, 1061, 2723, 1554)—alongside classic arcade cabinets, making it a popular casual spot for game nights and laid‑back evenings in Sacramento.

RC Willey at 2301 S 300 W in Salt Lake City is a large home‑furnishings store that doubles as a casual pinball stop for shoppers, with machines placed on the sales floor for free play. The location's pinball lineup typically includes Foo Fighters (Premium), Metallica Remastered (Premium), The Mandalorian (Pro), and JAWS (50th Anniversary), offering modern Stern premium titles in an unexpected retail setting.

Gizmo's Arcade & Eatery at 1084 Commercial St in Astoria, OR is a family-friendly retro arcade and eatery that pairs classic arcade games and four pinball machines with a menu of gourmet hot dogs, personal pizzas, nachos and craft beer, plus party packages and regular events for groups and families. Visitors praise its nostalgic atmosphere, clean, welcoming game room and friendly staff in online reviews, making it a popular downtown hangout.

Stone Arch Brewpub at 1004 S Olde Oneida St in Appleton is a historic, stone‑walled brewpub known for handcrafted beers, a locally sourced menu, seasonal outdoor seating and regular live music, with private-event space and a welcoming, family‑friendly atmosphere. The pub features a dedicated game room with five pinball machines — Cactus Canyon (Remake Special Edition), Deadpool (Pro), Foo Fighters (Pro), Lord of the Rings and No Good Gofers — making it a popular stop for craft‑beer drinkers who enjoy pinball. Guests regularly praise pub favorites like the giant pretzel, scotch egg and pizzas, and the brewpub holds strong reviews for both food and service.

Backpocket Pin and Pixel at 6205 Merle Hay Rd in Johnston is a craft-beer taproom and grown-up retro arcade that pairs in-house brews and pub fare with duckpin bowling, quarter-operated classic arcade games, and a rotating pinball lineup including Led Zeppelin, Rush, Guardians of the Galaxy, Star Wars, James Bond, TMNT, Toy Story, and Guns n Roses. The relaxed, family-friendly space hosts puzzle leagues, private events, and casual game nights, making it a popular spot for nostalgia-driven entertainment and small-group outings in Johnston, IA.

Hangar Pub & Grill at 515 Granby Road in South Hadley is a casual neighborhood pub and grill known for hearty wings, cold beer, a lively bar atmosphere and regular events like Tuesday trivia. The venue also maintains a small selection of pinball machines for casual play, with confirmed titles including Sweet Sioux and Playboy. Guests frequently mention solid pub food and friendly service in reviews; check the pub’s site or listings for current hours and game availability.

The MacGarvie Company at 212 Manitoba Ave in Selkirk, MB is a family-run candy shop and café with a small arcade and rotating pinball selection, known for nostalgic sweets, fresh baked treats and friendly staff. Its arcade features pinball titles including Addams Family, Aerosmith (LE), Bobby Orr’s Power Play, Iron Man, Munsters (Pro).

Heritage Brewing Co., a veteran‑owned microbrewery located at 9436 Center Point Ln in Manassas, VA, operates an industrial‑style taproom serving a rotating lineup of core and experimental beers and regularly hosts live music, food‑truck nights and community events that make it a popular local gathering spot. The taproom pairs craft beer tastings with a small, rotating collection of pinball machines including Metallica (Pro), Avengers: Infinity Quest (Pro), Godzilla (Pro), John Wick (Pro), Venom (Pro), offering casual arcade fun for visitors and groups.