Ambrosia Arcade

Ambrosia Arcade

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the donuts as huge, delicious, and high-quality, with standout flavors like maple, strawberry, and chocolate. Many highlight the friendly, welcoming staff and the cozy, unique atmosphere. Some mention the coffee is decent but secondary to the donuts. A few criticize slow service, limited availability (selling out early), or inconsistent filling/flavor in certain donuts. Negative reviews cite burnt items, lack of greeting, or underwhelming coffee. Overall, the donuts are the main draw, with most customers highly satisfied and recommending the shop despite minor critiques.

About This Listing

Has Food
Wheelchair Accessible

Who Can Play?

Most arcades welcome all ages (some may have age restrictions for certain games)
Minors may need parent/guardian supervision (policies vary by location)
No gaming experience required - games range from beginner to expert level
Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes recommended for safety
Valid ID may be required for certain attractions or age verification
Groups and parties welcome (advance booking may be required)

*Note: Age restrictions and policies may vary by arcade. Check with your local facility for specifics.*

First-Time Visitors

First-time visitors may need to sign a waiver or register for a game card. Staff are typically available to help explain games and provide tutorials. Some arcades offer newcomer specials or free play sessions to help you get started.

Common Restrictions:

Age-Based Some games may have height or age requirements for safety reasons
Capacity Popular games may have wait times during peak hours

*Note: Policies vary by arcade. Confirm with your local facility.*

What to Bring

Cash or card for tokens/credits (some arcades are cashless)
Valid ID for age verification or membership signup
Phone to capture high scores and memories (check photo policies)

*Note: Payment methods and requirements may differ by arcade.*

Preparing for Your Visit

Check arcade hours and peak times online before visiting
Eat beforehand or check if the arcade has food options
Bring friends for multiplayer games and competitions
Wear comfortable clothes you can move freely in
Avoid bringing valuable items that could be lost or damaged
Check for special events, tournaments, or discount days
Set a budget for games and stick to it
Stay hydrated, especially during long gaming sessions

*Note: Tips may vary by arcade type and location.*

How to Get Started

Most arcades accept walk-ins, but call ahead during busy periods or for large groups. Check for membership deals!

Other Helpful Info

Most visits last 1-3 hours depending on games and group size
Popular games may have longer wait times during weekends and evenings
Many arcades offer unlimited play packages or time-based pricing
Some locations host tournaments and special events regularly
Prize redemption available at many arcades - save your tickets!

*Note: Policies, pricing, and features differ by arcade. Contact your local facility for details.*

Features

Has Food
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

494 W King St

Boone, North Carolina 28607

Hours

Monday 8AM-6PM
Tuesday 8AM-6PM
Wednesday 8AM-6PM
Thursday 8AM-6PM
Friday 8AM-8PM
Saturday 8AM-8PM
Sunday 9AM-4PM

Customer Reviews

While visiting Boone, we decided to stop and check this place out! This place place is totally cool and unique! Books, arcades and donuts. A little something for everyone! I wish we had something like this in Winston-Salem! The staff were very friendly and helpful! Donuts were delicious. If you are visiting Boone, stop by a check this place out!

I absolutely love this place!! The donuts are huge and phenomenal. My personal favorite is the maple (left), whereas my roommate really enjoyed the Frosted Flakes donut (right). We also had lattes which were very good!! We were able to speak to the owners who are super incredibly sweet. The overall vibe is very inviting and laid back. A perfect place for studying, a date, for families, etc. I will be coming back to this beautiful family owned small business!!

Great donuts. Not a ton of variety, but the quality is there. I had a vanilla with sprinkles (because I'm a child) and chocolate and strawberry glaze. Both were delicious. Good and soft. The vanilla icing was perfect, and the chocolate icing with strawberry drizzle was a nice touch. Definitely recommend the if you're sweet tooth is demanding some attention.

Super chill on a Thursday morning at 9. Minimal types/ flavors of donuts. Apple fritters looked like a fail today as well as the glazed unless it soaked into the donut already. Big fluffy yeast donuts decently tasty. Coffee was good, staff was nice.

The new arcade theme is interesting. The workers are always very friendly, coffee is always good, and the donuts are always excellent. I continue to come back when I'm in town because my aunt and I love the donuts.

Oops! I forgot to take a photo of the maple doughnut because it was so good - I just ate it without thinking. This place is so welcoming and cozy. Good place to study and hang out. So many fun options.

They took a good thing and ruined it. Hole Lotta Donuts was easily the best donut shop in town. When Ambrosia took it over they changed everything and now it barely counts as a donut shop. The donuts are almost like an afterthought now, and it shows in the way they taste. So disappointing.

Awesome, inviting space & nicely decorated. You feel very much at home. You can get your donuts, even cupcakes & ice cream & kick back to enjoy some relaxation on the sofa, neatly tucked into the corner. I love how they lay out checkers and other fun things to do! We met Sophie, she was such a nice girl, she took our order. I had the Chocolate glazed donut & it was just P E R F E C T! My husband got a coffee, can't have treats without it! We loved this place! Will be back the next time we are in Boone. We n

I got a chai with oatmilk and it was absolutely delicious and the donuts were huge and so good. The girl who was working at the time we came in was so sweet and kind to us and the other customers. The ambiance is super relaxed and peaceful. There are games of checkers and chess at the larger tables and comfortable seating. Definitely would come back!!

Who doesn't love donuts!? I had a delicious maple donut with a Matcha and almond milk! Very cool place! Must try if in Boone NC - #FLTRealty

We stopped by today for donuts and coffee. Apparently this is now just an arcade? The kids loved the games, but the donuts were not good. You could tell they were several days old, and the selection was super minimal. Coffee was decent, service was very good, but the cool coffeeshop atmosphere is totally gone. I can't imagine that this change has been taken well by customers, I would love for them to turn things around. We really used to love the donuts and atmosphere.

I was really just there for the donuts, and boy had the donut I had was pretty fantastic. He was a chocolate glazed donut topped with baklava. Let me say that again: topped with baklava! Also, it was huge. That and a large cup of coffee kept me going most of the day. Too enthusiastic thumbs up.

Fantastic donuts! Way bigger than I expected, but leftovers held up really well in the fridge! I got ours to go, but the atmosphere seemed so chill and cozy, I wish I had been able to hang out there for a bit!

Wish they updated the Google page to reflect they are closed. Accidentally walked my kids into the vape shop that is now in its place.

Boone?s best new birthday party spot! Adaira was incredible to work with and the whole staff was kind and accommodating. The packages were all-inclusive, which made planning a breeze. Best of all, the kids (and parents) had a blast! All around great experience!

Cute little donut shop in Boone! Delicious donuts and amazing staff, very friendly. I suggest the maple and bacon donuts!

What a treat! These doughnuts are HUGE (bigger than my hand and so delicious! We got original, maple, chocolate with sprinkles, and an apple fritter. I especially loved the maple!!

Adara was amazing! Stopped in to get an iced coffee and she was great! The donut was amazing! Got a maple donut and it was so good! First time here and service was great!

Boone?s best new birthday party spot! Adaira was incredible to work with and the whole staff was kind and accommodating. The packages were all-inclusive, which made planning a breeze. Best of all, the kids (and parents) had a blast! All around great experience!

So we have a fun family weekend trip planned out and we go here for the donuts and the arcade at 9 and it opens at 8 but the doors were locked we checked everything and they said open we called their number but no one answered.

Excellent doughnuts. Very big, fluffy, and fresh. A little pricey but worth the occasional treat.

Heavenly yeast doughnuts, creative flavors, beautiful store, amazing cappuccino!

Cute place! The donuts were soft, but the dough didn't have much flavor. Strawberry icing was good.

Place is super cute and has a great location. Seemed like only one person was working which was no big deal, they did awesome and was very friendly. I got 3 donuts around 4pm, every single one of them was hard as a rock and had no flavor. A complete waste of money. I've never spit out something so fast. If you want donuts that taste like biscuits, this is your place. Sorry not sorry.

Note, I'm a fan of small business and would like to see the place succeed. I hope this review helps them improve a few things so they'll still be there next time I visit Boone. Servers do a poor job of getting the coffee orders out in a timely manner. And note, you can't order plain coffee here for some reason, which would have sped things up. Visited on Sunday morning and were only ones present when we ordered several doughnuts, 2 hot chocolates, a Cafe American, and cafe mocha (no plain coffee). We we

We went to see what is was like and the website said it was open and their sign said it was open. But when we got there the doors were locked and we couldn't play. Horrible

They are currently closed. I was excited to try this place and I get there to find a sign in the door. The sign stated they are closed and relocating. They need to update there hours

I hate to leave a bad review for a small business, but the doughnut I had was gross. I have a huge sweet tooth and I threw the donut away, which is really saying something! The flavor was artificial and chemical-like and the toppings were soggy. Maybe I tried them on an off day?

Heavenly yeast doughnuts, creative flavors, beautiful store, amazing cappuccino!

Such a cute space! We came from out of town and hung out here on a rainy day. Lots of ample seating and the donuts are amaazing and really big! Really nice fluffy rise and some unique flavors!

Awesome doughnuts and hand dipped ice-cream. Friendly staff and comfy location to relax. Free wifi

Great vibe, nice people, but the donuts are lame and it's just not that hard to make a good glazed donut. ANY Vietnamese run donut shop in Texas has FAR better donuts. I went to several places in Boone NC and the donuts were all lackluster. First place to make a good donut there will put the others out of business

The flavored donuts are so good and everyone who works there is so nice!! Favorite snack place in Boone.

This is an amazing doughnut place! Clean and high quality! Chill vibes and good music! Amazing customer service!

This was great! Staff was super friendly and the doughnuts were good. There was a really limited selection, but the doughnuts were huge. The flavored lemonades were also a surprising treat.

Great place. We ordered the ?Wine Flyte with Donut Holes? which consisted of Riesling, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir and Malbec flyte paired with four donut holes. The kids ordered ice cream and shared the donuts. A comfortable place to relax and enjoy your desserts on the couch or chairs while you sink into them. Staff if friendly and does not rush you to leave.

People who complain about slow service during these hard times need to have a reality check about what we're dealing with as a country, especially with those who work food service. This place offers fresh made huge donuts, some of the absolute best I've ever tasted. Coffee is okay, but why would you go to a donut shop for coffee instead of paying a visit to Blue Deer, Bald Guy, or any other local cafe within a short distance? This place makes donuts and does it spectacularly. Not much else to say.

Giant doughnut! Fluffy and flavorful. The strawberry fritter was tasty.

We arrived around 2:00pm on a Saturday for doughnuts. Only two doughnuts were left and no plans were to make any more for the day (they closed at 7pm). Super disappointed but the two doughnuts we had were delicious! Best advice is to be there when the doors open!

These donuts cast a shadow! If you put a dunk or a Krispy behind it you'll start to wonder where either went. Really fresh quality too. Highly recommended

finally got to try these donuts. the glazed was good, but the lemon filled was barely filled. disappointed ??

This was my second time within a month trying to go here. The first time they were sold out. How does a donut place sell out? They should be made fresh all day long. Today?s experience was the opposite. We went in when they weren't busy. We stood at the counter for 5 minutes, the employees wouldn't even acknowledge us. We eventually just walked out. Service here has gone extremely down hill.

We were traveling the area and walked in. The place was very clean, the donuts looked amazing. However was not greeted when we walked in, after waiting 10 minutes with no one taking our order we ended up leaving. They weren't even busy, no one else in line. Just very disappointed in the lack of service shown here. Really wanted to have some coffee and a donut. Sorry not a nice place.

If you like doughnuts, this is the place foe you. I went in for one, but a couple of pies and a fritter seemed to have my name on them too. Everything was so yummy. Perfect for someone with a sweet tooth.

The worst brownie donut you ever can have it was burnt it was hard and it was a waste of $4

Best doughnuts in Boone, hands down. The doughnuts are huge and so delicious. Favorite: Orange Icing Highly recommend if you love doughnuts but go early as they tend to not have much later in the day. Prices are steep but the doughnuts are worthy. I never leave Boone without stopping here at least once for a taste of Heaven.

I was so excited and no selection and even put my doughnut in the bag upside down. Just disappointing

I like coming here every week for about an hour in-between classes and work and it is always a lovely spot to stop and have some coffee or a donut! Sophia is typically working and she is so lovely, always greets everyone and has the BEST playlists for sitting and doing some work, truly makes the vibes 10/10

Don't bother. The donut holes are like dough rocks. They were dry with very little glaze. My friend bought a donut and it was better but still only meh.

Went twice within a span and would have gone more except they were closed Sun - Tues. Depressing, but understandable (so get your product while you can!). They're best fresh or within 24 hours, after that they dry out. But wow, so doughy and substantial. Can't go wrong with any of the options. Anything chocolate or caramel is very rich and worth tasting, but either the maple or the classic vanilla with sprinkles was the family-favorite.

Very friendly staff, relaxing environment and delicious (and gigantic) donuts!

Went at 9:45am on Saturday and they were closed. No updated hours posted. Annoying.

Probably the best donuts I've ever had. Huge size. Cinnamon roll doughnut is otherworldly heated up

Delicious huge donuts and great coffee. A must stop when I'm in Boone. 4/12/2023 update: We drove 30 min as they are supposed to be open. As of 9am they are closed.

So far, I'm quite impressed. however, I'm a basic kinda doughnut/donut dude - regular, glazed, two please. The ?wagon-wheel style? is a fancy way of saying that they're big! A fork and knife may be necessary for those who prefer to keep glaze off their clothes & face. I'm happy they've made their way to Boone and I plan to make the most of it. On a side note, their cold brew is a little pricey, but it's worth it! Side note: there's a few parking spaces tucked behind the front to the left (west) near the nex

We love doughnuts as a family but didn't expect the massive yummy doughnuts we found. One is plenty, so grab a doughnut pull up a chair in front of the Harry Potter Wizarding Chess and relax. The girl behind the counter was smiling and very pleasant. If we lived closer we would definitely be back!

Doughnuts themselves were good and they had a reasonable variety of flavors (glazed, sprinkles, peanut butter, maple glazed, maple bacon, among others. The doughnuts themselves are really good sized and had great flavor. One person in our group got a gingerbread chai and said it was excellent. Downside was the service, the person working seemed to have gotten there right at opening so nothing else was up and running (coffee machines, even no drip coffee). He seemed flustered by the fact that there were

Just the best doughnuts and coffee around. But please figure out how to leave a tip from my card. Your employees are great and leaving a tip on my card is easier for me.

Amazing doughnuts! And the employees are the best! Would definitely recommend to everyone! They were closing and the young lady allowed us to come in and make a purchase.

Bought a blackberry filled donut and was so excited for it, normally everything is so good here and blackberry if my favorite......NO FILLING. Are you kidding me????? If I'm spending almost 4 dollars on one donut it should have filling it.

Such a great laid back atmosphere, with chess and checkers while you sip. Hot chocolate here is really good. Great staff, as sweet as what they serve!

We were pleasantly surprised by the very big donuts!! A great variety and all were delicious. Super friendly and helpful staff.

Incredibly slept on, good donuts, great seating even for COVID, and coffee is not too sweet and pairs well w their donuts (go figure haha). Definitely coming back again

First time in the place. Not too busy. Did not have an item listed on the specials board. Prices much higher than expected and donuts did not taste fresh

Good donuts, great coffee and the arcade looked super fun!

The strawberry frosted/glazed is the best doughnut I've ever had in my life!!

Excellent donuts, very good drinks, and extremely friendly, accommodating staff!

Verey cozy and lovely place not mentioned ???? donuts. Definitely we will come back and bring friends ??

Staff was great, coffee was amazing!

I just wish they were open early on weekends when I (probably like a lot of people) want to get donuts. Cool buildout!

Doughnut was fine but overpriced. Coffee drink was meh and overpriced.

Perfect munchies treat??best donut evaaa!!! Super chill spot. Staff was friendly and welcoming.

Donut was pretty good. Hot mocha was like warm at best.

Love it, but closed on sunday???! Sunday is donut day! At least be open 8 to noon. Close Monday and Tuesday or something.

Great place hands down! Great donuts! Way better than Krispy Kreme!!!!!

Terrible, sold out of donuts at 3:00 ??? And the customer service sucked felt like a bunch of kids running the store.

Delicious doughnut and good coffee. Played some table chess and checkers while hanging out as well.

White chocolate rasberry donut was good and a lot of flavors for the coffee!

Wow, these donuts were amazing! I can never eat a donut from a chain again?

Coffee shop with store-made doughnuts. Stay and study or play games in their comfortable environment.

Amazing donuts and best cafe mocha I've ever tasted.

The atmosphere, friendliness of staff..especially Avery..and of course the donuts and fritters??

Awesome, huge donuts and good coffee.

Excellent donuts, good coffee, friendly sevice!

Huge doughnuts!!!! 1 was enough. Great flavors!!!!

Cool place and very tasty donuts!

Delicious coffee and donuts with friendly service

Super friendly staff with board games at the chairs. Feels very homey!

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s it like visiting an arcade today?

It’s a mix of nostalgia and high-energy fun! Many arcades blend retro classics like Pac-Man and pinball with modern VR games, racing simulators, and rhythm challenges — often with music, lights, and a social vibe.

Is it better to go alone or with friends?

Both can be great! Solo visits let you focus on your favorite games, while going with friends adds competition, teamwork, and laughs. Many people plan arcade meetups as a casual hangout or even date spot.

What should I bring to an arcade?

Usually just yourself and a way to pay (some arcades still use coins, others use cards or apps). If you're competitive, bring your A-game. If you're social, bring friends or meet new ones over multiplayer games.

What’s the best time to visit an arcade?

Weekdays or early afternoons are usually less crowded — perfect for focused play. Evenings and weekends bring the buzz, especially at barcades or venues with DJs, tournaments, or themed nights.

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Are there events or tournaments I can join?

Yes! Many arcades host regular competitions, retro nights, cosplay parties, and more. Whether you're into high scores or just want to watch and vibe, events add an extra layer to the experience.

What if I’m not great at arcade games?

No worries — arcades are about having fun, not being perfect. Try a variety of games, ask others for tips, and remember: the vibe is more “let’s play” than “let’s win.”