Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

The Hidden Spot at 2323 32 Ave NE #125 in Calgary blends a lively sports-bar atmosphere with arcade gaming, pool tables, DJ nights and a casual pub menu, and serves as the home base for Death Save Pinball Calgary with leagues and tournaments, family-friendly hours and large screens for sports viewing. It features 20 pinball machines including Avengers: Infinity Quest, Big Game, Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye, Earthshaker, Evel Knievel, Flash Gordon, Jack*Bot, James Bond 007, Jaws, John Wick, Jurassic Park, Lost World, Metallica Remastered, Ninja Eclipse, Pulp Fiction (SE), Sharkey's Shootout, Stranger Things, The Walking Dead, Uncanny X-Men, Volley.

Empire Alternacade & Events is an 18-machine pinball-focused underground arcade and events bar tucked into the basement at 409 Flinders St in Townsville, offering a rotating mix of vintage and modern pinballs alongside arcade games, pool tables and prize games for an 18+ crowd and private functions. Known for its late-night, dive-bar vibe, craft cocktails, regular pinball tournaments and community events, the venue draws consistently positive reviews for atmosphere, game variety and friendly staff, making it a go-to spot for gamers and groups in Townsville.

Iron Horse Pub in Simsbury, CT (21 Iron Horse Blvd) is a lively rustic sports bar and pizzeria known for a full menu of pizzas, burgers and wings, a broad beer selection on tap, 15+ TVs for game-watching, happy hour specials, pool, weekly trivia nights and private-event space. The pub hosts a rotating pinball lineup managed by Pinball Valley and currently features Dungeons & Dragons: The Tyrant’s Eye (Pro), Elton John (Platinum Edition), Godzilla (Pro), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Harry Potter (Arcade Edition), John Wick (Pro), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Pro), Star Wars: Fall of the Empire (Pro).

Pincadia at 14 Logan Road, Woolloongabba is a retro 80s‑themed arcade bar and restaurant in Brisbane that pairs food and drinks with a lively collection of arcade games and pinball machines. The venue hosts 18 pinball machines and a rotating selection of classic and modern arcade titles, making it a popular hangout for players and groups. Reviewers praise the nostalgic atmosphere, well-maintained machines and friendly staff, marking Pincadia as a go-to spot for pinball enthusiasts in the area.

Point Break Arcade at 445 Harrison Ave in downtown Panama City is a family- and kid-friendly free-play arcade offering pinball, classic video games, DDR, bubble hockey and more, with a rotating pinball collection of about 18 machines alongside 100+ 80s–00s arcade cabinets set to free play. The locally owned venue charges a $15 all-day pass for unlimited play, keeps extended hours (typically opening at 11 a.m.), features a bar with a wide selection of beers and sodas, and earns consistently positive reviews for its friendly staff and well-maintained games, making it a popular hometown destination in Panama City.

Exit 6 Brewery (Exit 6 Pub & Brewery) at 5055 Highway N in Cottleville is a non-smoking nano-brewery and pub with a rotating craft tap list—23 taps including five in-house brews—and a small kitchen, offering a relaxed spot for beer fans and locals to gather. The venue also doubles as a pinball destination, hosting an extensive mix of modern Sterns and classic machines including Avengers: Infinity Quest, Deadpool (Pro), Elvira's House of Horrors (Premium), Ghostbusters (Pro), Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Pro), Jaws (Pro), John Wick (Pro), Jurassic Park (Pro), Pinbot, Pulp Fiction (SE), Venom and more, making it a regular stop on regional pinball maps. Locals and reviewers regularly praise the beer selection and friendly, lively atmosphere on review sites, making Exit 6 a popular blend of craft beer and pinball entertainment in the St. Louis area.

Superelectric Pinball Parlour at 6500 Detroit Ave in Cleveland’s Gordon Square Arts District is a vibrant pinball-focused bar and repair/sales shop that rehabs, buys and sells machines and posts a current roster online; its official site lists hours, location and an evolving machines page showcasing titles from vintage to modern. Visitors praise the friendly staff, clean, chill atmosphere and suitability for date nights or small groups, and reviewers report roughly 15–20 machines on the floor at a time.

Ryan's Retro Arcade & Repair at 1305 E Main St in Stoughton, WI is a pinball-focused retro arcade and full-service repair shop offering all-games free play with concessions and family-friendly party packages. Their on-site collection includes 19 pinball machines, from modern Stern X-Men Pro and Bally Revenge From Mars to Jurassic Park, The Getaway (High Speed II), Firepower and several 1970s electromechanical classics. Typical hours are Wed 3–9pm, Fri 3–11pm, Sat 12–11pm and Sun 10–5pm; admission is $15 adults/$12 children (12 & under), and repair services, house calls and party options are available.

Boxcar Bar + Arcade in downtown Durham at 621 Foster St is a lively bar-arcade that pairs a full bar and pizza kitchen with a carefully curated selection of arcade games and 18 pinball machines (current roster: 3423, 3268, 3178, 4518, 3675, 4514, 3847, 3642, 3168, 3801, 2877, 3228, 4509, 4508, 3785, 3417, 3519, 3740). The venue features a year‑round patio with fire pits and outdoor games, is dog‑friendly, hosts live music and private events, and offers rotating craft drafts and late hours—amenities and food praised in customer reviews.

Holy Frijoles at 908 W 36th St in Baltimore’s Hampden neighborhood is a long-running (since 1996) Tex‑Mex arcade restaurant and bar that pairs tacos and margaritas with an 18‑machine pinball collection, offering a family- and kid-friendly dining room alongside an energetic arcade bar vibe. The menu is largely vegetarian-friendly unless a dish contains meat, the kitchen and dining room serve daytime and evening crowds while the bar often stays open late with a weekday happy hour, and online ordering is available. Locals and visitors frequently cite the lively atmosphere and strong pinball selection in reviews, making it a popular spot for casual dinners, group outings, and arcade nights in Baltimore.

Level 1 Arcade Bar at 48 W Main St in Downtown Mesa is a two-story arcade bar featuring more than 40 classic arcade cabinets, around 15 pinball machines, a full kitchen, craft cocktails, darts and an outdoor area, creating a lively family-friendly spot and nightlife destination. Guests consistently praise the restored machines, varied drink selection and regular events like karaoke and themed nights, though some reviews note occasional slow food service. The venue posts specials, hours and community events on its site and social channels and uses a token-based system for play (pinball typically costs four tokens). Current pinball inventory (as provided) includes machines listed as 3800, 3227, 3169, 647, 651, 686, 687, 654, 675, 4533, 3023, 3845, 3786, 3289, 4514, 3100, 3254 and 3416.

Two Plumbers Brewery + Arcade, at 745 Friedens Rd in St. Charles, MO, is a 21+ brewcade that pairs house-brewed craft beer with a lively arcade and event space and hosts 18 pinball machines on-site. Visitors praise the rotating on-tap lineup and friendly staff, and the venue’s casual wood-fired pizza and mix of classic and modern games make it a popular spot for groups, date nights, and pinball enthusiasts.

Murphy's On 21 in St. Louis at 13226 Tesson Ferry Road is a laid-back neighborhood pub and barcade that opens evenings, welcomes BYOF, and pairs a rotating beer selection with darts, trivia nights and regular pinball play, making it a popular local spot for casual visits and tournaments. The pinball collection blends vintage electro-mechanical classics and modern titles including Eros One, Hotdogger, Playboy, Black Knight Limited Edition, Space City, New Roll-A-Ball/Hit The Goal, Sweet Sioux, Zephyr, American Beauty, Fishin' and Time Zone, with players frequently praising the well-maintained machines and friendly service.

Free Play Bar Arcade at 904 County St in Taunton, MA is a large arcade bar featuring more than 100 classic video games alongside skee ball, air hockey, DDR and a rotating pinball lineup of 18 machines listed on its site. The Taunton location pairs freeplay gaming with a full bar serving local craft beers, cocktails and made-to-order flatbread pizzas, and maintains an age-21+ policy except on designated Family Days. Since opening, visitors have praised the nostalgic atmosphere, friendly staff and sizable game selection in local coverage and reviews.

Game On Arcade at 527 W Tuscarawas Ave in Barberton, OH is a family-friendly pinball and arcade destination featuring over 35 premium pinball and arcade machines, a retro room of classic coin‑op games, life‑size character photo ops, and a weekly Tuesday pinball league—well maintained and highly rated by visitors.

Highway to the Gaming Zone at 1430 Main St in Susanville, CA is a locally owned game shop and arcade that buys, sells, and trades video games, tabletop toys, comics, vinyl and collectibles and operates an in-store arcade. The venue maintains a rotating pinball selection—Pinside lists 14 machines, including modern Sterns like Star Wars and Stranger Things alongside classics such as Taxi and Pinball Magic—and posts weekday hours around 11:00 AM–8:00 PM with extended weekend hours. Visitors regularly note friendly, down-to-earth staff and competitive prices in reviews, and the shop uses its Facebook page for inventory updates and contact information, including (530) 249-0186.

Drekker Brewing Company is a lively downtown Fargo brewery and taproom at 1666 1st Ave N known for bold, creative beers, colorful local artwork and an energetic, game-friendly atmosphere that includes outdoor seating and brewery tours. The taproom doubles as a social arcade with roughly 17 pinball machines plus board games and a fire pit, making it a popular stop for locals and visitors looking for craft beer and hands-on entertainment in Fargo.

Hemispheres Amusements at 215 Industrial Dr Unit A in Hampshire, IL is a pinball-focused shop and arcade specializing in the sale, full restoration and service of new and used commercial and home pinball machines; they recommend calling for appointments and can be reached at 630-792-8910. The Hampshire location maintains an on-site collection of 18 pinball machines and occasionally opens to the public with all games set to free play for a $20 cover—please call or text ahead to confirm hours and availability. Customers praise Hemispheres for personalized, knowledgeable service and positive experiences in online reviews on Yelp and local listings.

Starlite Arcade at 69345 Main St in Richmond, MI is a pinball-focused retro arcade offering freeplay on its pinball and arcade machines, snacks and drinks for sale, a friendly, family-oriented atmosphere and community pinball events and tournaments reported by visitors. Machines on-site include Dirty Harry, Elvira's House of Horrors (Premium), Genesis, Godzilla (Premium), Iron Maiden: Legacy of the Beast (Premium), James Bond, Jaws (Pro), Judge Dredd, Led Zeppelin (Premium), Popeye Saves the Earth, Pulp Fiction (SE), Rush (Pro), Twilight Zone.

Birmingham's Vodka and Ale House East in Regina at 2635 Star Lite St is a lively vodka-and-ale house with a large vodka selection, multiple draft taps, elevated pub fare and a dedicated games room that makes it a popular spot for food, drinks and late-night entertainment The venue hosts an 18-machine pinball collection featuring Ali, Alien Poker, Black Knight, Cactus Canyon (Remake - LE), Elvira's House of Horrors (Premium Edition), F-14 Tomcat, Flash Gordon, Godzilla (70th Anniversary Premium), Guardians of the Galaxy (Pro), Jurassic Park (Premium), King Kong: Myth of Terror Island (Premium), Magic, Metallica Remastered (Premium), The Shadow, Stranger Things (Premium), Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Premium), Terminator 2: Judgment Day and Xenon, offering a balanced mix of classic and modern titles for casual players and pinball enthusiasts alike

Canal Street Arcade and Deli at 308 E. 1st St in Dayton is a laid‑back deli-bar and arcade offering 18 pinball machines alongside vintage video games, a full-service bar with rotating draft beers and a menu of handcrafted sandwiches and deli fare; the venue posts deli hours (11am–9pm), tavern hours (11am–11pm) and family/age policies (supervised children permitted until 3pm, 18+ after 3pm and 21+ after 5pm) on its website. Patrons frequently praise the well-maintained pinball machines, affordable beer selection and standout sandwiches, making it a popular local spot for casual meals, arcade play (many video games are free; pinball takes quarters) and relaxed evenings in Dayton.

Riptide Brewing Company's Bonita Springs Brewhouse at 28120 Hunters Ridge Blvd is a laid-back production brewery and taproom serving a rotating selection of small-batch craft beers with food trucks, live music and regular trivia nights that create a lively local hangout atmosphere. The brewhouse boasts roughly 16 pinball machines and hosts a weekly Monday pinball league, making it a popular destination for both beer enthusiasts and pinball players in Bonita Springs.

Chicago Billiard Cafe at 5935 W Irving Park Rd is a longtime north-side dive-style pool hall and pinball lounge that pairs a full bar and quick pub eats with rentable mezzanine art-gallery space, well-maintained professional pool tables and a rotating pinball collection while hosting regular tournaments and leagues. The venue features affordable pinball play (typically fifty cents to one dollar per game), IFPA-registered and weekly pinball events, and a current lineup that includes Bad Girls, Deadpool (Pro), Dolly Parton, Godzilla (Premium), James Bond 007 (Pro), Monster Bash (Classic Edition), Pulp Fiction (SE), Twilight Zone.

4B's - Ballard Grill & Alehouse at 4300 Leary Way NW is a lively Ballard/Fremont tavern that pairs a roomy bar and pool hall with a dedicated pinball arcade (18 machines), classic video games, karaoke nights, and a rotating draft list and pub-style menu of burgers, wings and fried snacks according to the venue site. Locals praise its friendly, no-frills atmosphere, plentiful pool tables and game selection, making it a go-to spot for casual nights out in Seattle.

Big John's Billiards at 9819 M Street in Omaha is a roomy, lively pool hall and bar with a full drink menu, regular tournaments and a friendly staff that reviewers praise for fair prices and a welcoming atmosphere; it also features a pinball collection of roughly eighteen machines spanning classic electro‑mechanical gems to later solid‑state titles, making it a go‑to spot for both cue sports fans and pinball enthusiasts.

Replay Lincoln Park at 2833 N Sheffield Ave in Chicago is a 21+ barcade blending a warm industrial bar with free vintage arcade cabinets, skee‑ball, air hockey, DDR and a rotating craft beer and cocktail program that fuels nostalgic game nights.Replay’s site highlights its vintage arcade focus and free games concept. The venue hosts a curated pinball collection of 18 machines alongside classic video games and social arcade attractions, all listed on their games page. Popular with groups for themed pop-ups and lively evenings, Replay draws positive customer attention for its large game selection and casual, fun atmosphere, as reflected in local reviews and listing details.

Lauter Haus Brewing Company at 1806 E 20th St in Farmington, NM is a brewcade-style taproom and craft brewery featuring a spacious indoor/outdoor beer hall, Farmington’s public cornhole court, rotating food trucks and a lively lineup of arcade games, with a current roster of 12 pinball machines paired with house-brewed beers and a casual, friendly atmosphere.

Throwbacks Arcade, at 201 S East St in Culpeper, VA, is a retro-inspired arcade bar and restaurant offering over 70 classic arcade cabinets and pinball machines set to free play, plus skee‑ball, air hockey, food and a solid beer selection according to guest reviews. The venue maintains a rotating pinball collection — current machines include 652, 716, 2441, 660, 653, 3799, 691, 3279, 3099, 694, 650, 686, 724, 1337 and 3288 — and is known for well-maintained machines and friendly staff, making it a popular spot for nostalgic gaming nights.

No Quarter at 922 Main St in East Nashville is a 21+ pinball dive lounge and barcade offering craft beer, cocktails and a cozy late‑night atmosphere that blends a neighborhood bar with a dedicated pinball experience. The compact venue hosts 19 pinball machines in a rotating lineup of classic and modern titles (current list provided), runs tournaments and is welcoming to newcomers learning the game. Patrons consistently praise the curated beer selection, friendly staff and lively, intimate vibe, making No Quarter a popular stop for casual play or competitive pinball nights.

MOM's Organic Market (Abington) at 925 Easton Road in Roslyn/Abington, PA features a tucked-away retro arcade inside the grocery store with a rotating collection of 17 well-maintained pinball machines and a handful of classic video cabinets, offering a family- and kid-friendly spot for quick plays during a shopping trip. All games are reported to be 50¢ per play with a functional change machine on site, and reviewers frequently note clean, cared-for machines and a welcoming atmosphere for casual players and pinball enthusiasts alike.