Chateau Exxxperience

Chateau Exxxperience

Reviews Summary

The reviews present a mixed consensus. Many praise the friendly, knowledgeable staff and enjoyable theater experiences, often highlighting helpful service and clean facilities. However, several negative reviews mention uncomfortable or creepy atmospheres, particularly in the theater, with complaints about intrusive behavior from other patrons. Some criticize specific staff members for rudeness, while others find the store welcoming and fun. Pricing is noted as decent but slightly high by a few. Overall, the store seems well-regarded for its service and selection but polarizing due to the adult-oriented environment, which some find uninviting.

About This Listing

Has Food
Has Pinball Machines
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.*

What to Expect from Pinball Tables in Arcades

Step up to a pinball table and dive into a vibrant, hands-on experience! Modern machines, like those from Stern or Jersey Jack, feature dazzling LCD screens, immersive themes (Star Wars, Stranger Things), and dynamic soundtracks. You’ll use flipper buttons to launch a steel ball, aiming for targets, ramps, and bumpers to rack up points. Each table has unique missions—hit specific targets to unlock bonuses or multiball modes for high-scoring chaos. Expect tactile thrills, flashing lights, and a lively crowd vibe, with tables rewarding skill and quick reflexes. Perfect for casual fun or competitive play, pinball delivers timeless arcade excitement in 2025.

Features

Has Food
Has Pinball Machines
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

4343 Dorchester Rd

North Charleston, South Carolina 29405

Hours

Monday 8AM-12AM
Tuesday 8AM-12AM
Wednesday 8AM-12AM
Thursday 8AM-12AM
Friday 8AM-2AM
Saturday 8AM-2AM
Sunday 8AM-12AM

Customer Reviews

Terrible customer service, and of course got that feeling from the front desk. The feeling some of us know.

It's very unprofessional for any business to close before posted closing time, jus sayin. On more than one occasion, I've stopped by well before midnight, like 11:40pm this time to buy a couple things and the door was locked. At least change the closing time to "midnight-ish"

There's a security guard here that's very rude. The tall older blk guy with a beard was at the counter with another woman (she was friendly at least) and I asked what it's like inside and about the difference between both sides of the arcade bc it was my first time here. His response was "idk what do you think the difference is". Obviously if I knew I wouldn't have asked? Lol If you don't know how to be affable and make small talk then maybe you shouldn't interact with customers

Terrible place the people who work there are so judgmental even tho they are 100% gay. They make you feel uncomfortable and un wanted. I wish them luck for future patrons. But not me. I disagree with all the people they have working there.

Staff was extremely helpful. They helped me to find the perfect new shoes and outfits to wear for work. They are all just very friendly, down-to-earth, and really cool people. Love the great selection of merchandise there! I'll definitely be going back very soon!

Great experience shopping tonight thanks to such genuine, friendly, and helpful customer service provided by both Meaghan and Reese. Happened to be in the area and stopped by for some products you'd come to find here, and it's a good spot with pretty decent prices and quality product. However, the reason I had to immediately write a great review was due to the staff mentioned. They were outstanding, exceeded initial expectations by far, and made our overall experience as awesome as it could be.

Stopped by there while on vacation with my husband and just have to say, staff was fantastic. We had a manufacturer defect with something we purchased. Not only did they fix the problem, but also gave us fantastic free gifts due to the inconvenience. Only complaint was they have too many items to look at and we were there over an hour the first time, and then again when we came back for the exchange :)

I've been a long time regular for 40 years (5/8/82). What makes the Chateau what it is not just the Theater (which is famous and legendary) but its the ownership,management,and staff that makes it a great place to come and shop, but also to meet like minded singles and couples. I've never had a bad experience. The staff are absolutely the best in Charleston hands down!!!! So, I encourage everyone to come to a Charleston adult shopping/entertainment institution, The Chateau Exxxperience!!!

Wow! This place is the best adult theater experience I've ever had. There was a couple there, that was excited to have an audience. I'll definitely be back. Workers were friendly. Theater was very clean and nice. Contemporary movies playing. Good air flow. Not stuffy at all. Five out of five. Plus if you leave you can go back in. Felt very relaxed.

I love this place. The staff has always been great, and I've become friends with some of them. There's always special package deal, a great theatre, and a huge inventory of retail items for every taste.

Kalie is hands down happiest person you will see. Walk in the door and greeted with a smile and great energy. She is always ready to answer questions and make customers experience best it can be, just love her and honestly go back to this location to see her. Store is always clean other staff is always helpful!!! Great small business!!!

This place is the best adult store in the Charleston area. There is not a bad thing to say the staff is great along with a few pieces of eye candy to check out to help you find your items of choice. I've been to some other stores in area this one is far the best.

First of all, thank you for being part of the essential workforce! lol We appreciate you being open and when I came by a few weeks ago the customer service was amazing! The sales associate made me feel so comfortable and was classy throughout my whole shopping experience. She was knowledgeable and truly guided me through my product selection. She knew the products inside and out, including warranty information! I'm bad with names, but I'm the guy who called ahead right when we started a light re-opening

We went there last evening. Was out 1st time in such a place. We loved the theater ( the movie sucked ). But we had fun. My wife was nervous, but was still able to enjoy it. We went to the arcade room, n left door open ( not sure if that was allowed? ) but was fun..we'll definitely be back. Wife has more ideas..

Visited this store last week. Girl behind the counter was super friendly & very helpful. Explained what store had to offer & was very comfortable there. Went into theater for a while & people were very respectful & nice to play with. Great experience!!

I just bought a parody that ended up skipping so my boyfriend went to go return it only for them to say he had to exchange it at that exact moment, and they would not give him store credit so he could wait for me and we could pick out a different one together like usual! Absolutely ridiculous. Now I have to hope he picked something that we will BOTH enjoy and instead of getting to pick one out together and have a fun experience we both feel let down. We certainly won't be back.

It's was my very first time ever entering a sex store!!! When I tell you it was an experience!!! I'll Never forget the staff they were AMAZING!!!They all Introduced themselves and showed me everything I was seeking Nd interested in they have some very entertaining Nd kinky toys Nd tools!!! Sooo Shout Out to Katie Nd Reggie for all their Help in Helping me find my pleasure!!!

I went there to get a particular item and at the time there was a new guy there name HDUBAY along with the owner. The new guy got smart with me but I didn't say anything back. I did absolutely nothing but ask for a particular color and he says "there all the same "! But that's not the color I ask for. After he gave me what I ask for I checked out and left. When I called back while in the parking lot to ask for the owner because the manager wasn't there he ask who was calling and told the owner who I was th

this place is pretty awesome. The girl who helped me this morning was so helpful. I went in with a 50 dollar budget to get a toy and ended up getting the toy AND a book AND some massage oil for less than 40! I will be back this afternoon with my husband because they have a deal on dvds too. I would totally recommend this place!

Worst adult shop in South Carolina. I felt dirty just walking through the doors. I mean physically dirty... there was an inch of dust on most of the products, the plastic cases were yellowing and most of the clothing items were supposed to be bagged but instead were haphazardly hung and obviously groped a lot. The shoes look like they'd walked Dorchester Ave a few times. There was absolutely no help, I wasn't even carded or greeted. I frequent other shops in the area and I have never been so disgusted. You'

I won't be back until the new, tall black guy is gone. He is cleaning booths every ten minutes and going into the theater with a flash light. Ridiculous. But he has his troll friends?big ugly fat guy with a gut. He can go in theqtr without wrist band. He can stand around in back all day long. Hopefully, more will talk about his actions and he will be gone.

Not for straight people at all! Went in with a male friend and he just got stared down by men the entire time! One even accosted us to enter the theater with him. It was disgusting. The guys weren't even polite about meeting you, they just stare and moan at you like a piece of meat! Then I went outside and there was a guy loitering& staring at my car. Super creepy!

This place awesome! The prices are amazing! The sales associates are very helpful and open minded! They are all very welcoming! I would go here over any other adult store!

Prices are decent, clean establishment. Staff is helpfull and very nice.

Don't understand why more females don't come to theater.as strong and powerful as women are these days. Two came in theater to play one play with condoms and one with out both took on all comers of any race and creed. I choose not to be playful. A bit on the the seedy side.

As a first timer, This is the place to let your freak flag fly?????????????????The staff was AMAZING and knowledgeable. I'll definitely be back. The theater was an experience.

Definately not the best are in charleston to be going ro a adult store and for damn sure not a place for any hospitality. Pretty brutal how i was treated me being 26 and suprisingly unrecognized this visit i was rudely turned out of the storw for no reason. Along with the agressive tone and brutal false acuzations about arrest being made for no identification l. Im honestly just coming back to make sure the idiot realizes he is still on this thing called planet earth. Not i hate everyone planet

The prices are decent and the staff is nice. It's kind of intimidating when you pull up to go inside and there's a sketchy crowd standing at the front door.

Went there for the first time,staff was great ??, the arcade is great, theater was super,had a great time.

They got a lot of good deals on movies. A huge amount of different toys for anybody. Good prices on everything go check it out

Excellent customer service! Kalie showed me the exact product i was looking for. Reggie was a friendly dude. Great crew!!!

Long time customer,love the theater,and the arcade,good times everytime

Very helpful and knowledgeable staff. The perfect place to shop for a close friend?s bachelorette party

Decent selection, slightly high on prices. Not overly friendly but it served it's purpose.

I love this place so much. I get everything I need from here. Real friendly staff especially at night.

Lotta dudes cruising inside and leering, made it feel super uninviting and creeped my girlfriend out -unless that's what you're going there for don't recommend.

Kalie was most helpful pleasant when made our purchase. A Charleston institution.

Great Staff, Theatre is very interesting but great!!! Love this place

Any possibility of catching the new Venom movie here? Huge Spider-Man fan and I just need something to tide me over until the next spider man movie comes out lol

Good selection of toys, I like the theater.. nice and dark

Love this place+ do y'all still have the theater room

Good supply of adult products. Adult theater. Individual booths. Viewing booth.

Love the vibe and options they offer!!!!

The theater is awesome.. anyone want to catch a movie?

Best store ever ?????? Friendly, knowledgeable staff.

Nicest staff I have ever met.

Excellent prices and selection!

Very nice and helpful, and organized

Your all in one go to store!!!!

(Translated by Google) It is an excellent place to enjoy a good experience, I loved it. (Original) Es un lugar excelente para disfrutar de una buena experiencia, me encant?.

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.

Can I meet new people at arcades?

Absolutely! Arcades attract a mix of casual players and serious gamers. Whether you're jumping into a four-player co-op or chatting between rounds, it's a fun, low-pressure way to connect over shared interests.

Are arcades still just for kids?

Not at all. While many arcades are family-friendly, there are also adult-oriented ones with full bars, 18+ nights, or vintage nostalgia themes. Arcades today cater to everyone — from first-timers to lifelong gamers.

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.”

Are pinball tables still good in this modern age?

Yes, pinball tables in arcades remain a blast. Their hands-on, skill-driven gameplay delivers a thrill digital games can’t match, blending nostalgia with modern flair. Newer tables from Stern and Jersey Jack feature LCD screens and themes like Avengers or Stranger Things, keeping things exciting. Arcades are seeing a pinball resurgence with vibrant scenes and tournaments like IFPA events drawing crowds. Though less common than video games, pinball’s tactile charm and community vibe make it a standout arcade experience in 2025.