Where to Play Pinball & Arcade Games

Do people come to Miniboss in San Jose, CA just for the craft cocktails? Yes, but then they also geek out over the old school arcade with throwbacks like Ms. Pac Man and Michael Jackson’s Moonwalker. Play popular modern pinball like Monster Bash and Theater of Magic for 75 cents or free on Thursdays. This chic retro barcade also offers full table service and Asian fusion cuisine. Try the Winter on Niberu cocktail – it is like a boozy strawberry milkshake.

Dyno Bar is the perfect place to get your fill of classic pinball machine action in San Diego. Located at 3367 India St., Dyno Bar features 12 pinball machines on location, making it the perfect spot for a quick game or an all-day session. Dyno Bar is also home to sister property, the popular Aero Club, and is open 7 days a week from 2pm - 2am. To get to Dyno Bar, simply walk through the arch located within the Aero Club. In addition to pinball, Dyno Bar also features classic arcade games and pool tables. So whether you're in the mood for some friendly competition or just want to relax with a beer in hand, Dyno Bar is the place for you.

The Emporium is a small barcade chain with locations in Chicago, Oakland, Las Vegas and New Orleans. The San Francisco location is located in the Harding Theater, a historic old theater. The Emporium has 10 pinball machines on location plus arcade games, air hockey, shuffleboard, foosball, skee ball and more. You can bring your own food or have it delivered. The Emporium offers frequent DJ nights and a dedicated dance floor to get your dance on. This arcade and bar is 21+, so adults only at this arcade and bar.

Craft beer, pub grub, and pinball, is there a better combination for a good time? Titletown Brewing company makes their own craft beer on site and partners with local eateries like Primal Eats for on-site food. They have 9 pinball machines on location, and of course if you're a Green Bay Packers football fan, you'll need to take a photo with their statue out front!

Jeremy's Downtown Arcade in Nampa Idaho is the place to be for pinball aficionados in Nampa. The arcade features an impressive collection of machines, boasting 13 unique pinball titles such as Capcom's Breakshot and Gottlieb's Surf 'N Safari and Gold Wings. That the games are on free play with only a small cover fee at the door makes Jeremy's Downtown Arcade an attractive destination for players in search of some arcade action. The joint also offers a range of classic and modern video arcade games, but unlike other venues one may find elsewhere it has no restaurant attached nor any form of bar - Jeremy's Downtown Arcade is all about the games, nothing else!

Ten Pin Game Bar, located in Marietta, Georgia, is a new gaming and dining destination that offers a unique blend of entertainment and gastronomy. Situated at 4475 Roswell Rd, Suite 1510, in the Avenue East Cobb, it's part of the Southern Proper Hospitality group and is nestled alongside Tin Lizzy’s Cantina.

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This establishment features 10 pinball machines and a variety of arcade games, making it an ideal spot for game enthusiasts. 

Tik Tok’s Workshop in Bremerton, WA is a pinball arcade and steampunk bar where the owners are the local repair guys so these machines are always pristine. Tik Tok’s pinball lineup is a rotating collection with modern machines, but they also like to provide older pins that you may have never played and won’t find anywhere else. The owners work to grow the local pinball community by holding training events as well as walkthroughs of individual games and will even help familiarize you with the internal working of a pinball machine and give you basic troubleshooting pointers! Tik Tok’s is still a bar, so patrons must be 21 and up.

Alamo Drafthouse is the best movie theater in San Francisco--no, the Bay Area-- Scratch that, Alamo Drafthouse is the best movie theater ever. Alamo's got the best mix of indie and wide release film programming around. Plus, there's a full-service restaurant and bar inside the theater, so you can enjoy a meal and a movie all in one place. And if that's not enough to persuade you, Alamo also has the second largest pinball machine collection in San Francisco that's available for public play with 14 machines on the 2nd floor of the theater. So whether you're in the mood to catch an indie flick or play some pinball, Alamo Drafthouse is the perfect place to spend an afternoon or evening in San Francisco.

Broken Clock Brewing Cooperative is a unique establishment in Minneapolis, MN, that goes beyond simply brewing exceptional beer. They emphasize the importance of being a brew cooperative, which involves empowering individuals, inspiring passion, and encouraging collaboration within the community. Their commitment is rooted in prioritizing community needs over mere profit-making

Are you looking to pinball and party in Phoenix, Arizona? Then the place to head is Stardust Pinbar. This pinball arcade is a barcade - part pinball arcade and part bar - that provides an energized atmosphere for pinball lovers of all ages. Before 8pm most nights, guests can relax with their friends, family, and kids while trying out all 12 pinball machines at this location, or enjoy some tasty craft beers or specialty cocktails from the full bar. After 8pm, the fun really picks up as Stardust transforms into a 21+ venue with its light-up dance floor and wall of pinball playfields. If you're hungry, make sure to try the pizza wings and sandwiches from their menu too! Overall, Stardust Pinbar makes for a great experience for anyone who enjoys pinball in Phoenix.