F1 Arcade Philadelphia

Five stars, two thumbs up. Go here. We had a wonderful time at F1 arcade. We booked ahead for a group of four on the first Friday they opened and the experience was excellent. The food and drinks were great, with a ton of variety to choose from and great presentation too. Staff were friendly and helpful and got us started quickly and without issue. I plan to return for a race watch party soon!

Such an immersive racing experience! Our 45min reservation was good for about 5 races and we stayed to enjoy the food and drinks. Jay, our server, was beyond attentive and personable! He served us some drinks (on him), made sure to keeps our drinks refilled, and food delivered promptly. Can't wait to go back!

Went there for the soft opening, not gonna lie, it was a bit chaotic with the seating and gaming setup, so hopefully they iron that out. The interior's got that industrial vibe--exposed pipes, brick walls, concrete, minimalist furniture, neon lights......the whole aesthetic. The food and drink menu is pretty solid and more extensive than I expected. There's even a fancy drink that lights up which was a fun touch. Food quality was good, but definitely on the pricier side. The game itself was a little confu

I love the bar. The one in England was way better, though. They had their stuff together. I know this one was only open a few weeks before we got there. But they made you actually leave the building and get back in line to come back in.They need to work on their efficiency. Otherwise, the staff were fairly friendly.

Everyone was super attentive. I had a blast. Our server was very sweet his name is Maurice and he said he is new but he did such a phenomenal job and Unique was training him and helped us and she was awesome! The walk in process was amazing. The place is clean and very welcoming. I am super happy! P.s. the pretzels were FANTASTIC!!!!!!

Overall a pretty disappointing experience. As an F1 fan I was looking forward to celebrating my birthday here. Our reserved bay wasn't ready when we arrived which is fine but set the mood for the rest of the experience. Next our party of 5 was sat in the smallest corner of the venue with no available seating. It took 40 minutes before anyone asked if we wanted anything to drink and another 25 before our drinks arrived. I had wanted to try a couple other cocktails but by that point we were almost done with o

This is hands down the best arcade bar in Philadelphia! It completely exceeded my expectations. After being away for a while, it felt really good to be back in Philly ? and checking this place out made the trip even better. Everything about it was top-notch. The food was solid, the drinks were great, and the F1 racing simulators were seriously impressive. Whether you're into Formula 1 or not, the whole setup is immersive, high-energy, and just a blast. It was such a fun experience overall ? the kind of pl

Went for an evening drink and to explore a new hangout spot... If you want space at the bar or a good spot to sit after 4 or 5pm, it's definitely recommended to book a reservation ahead of time. BUT, it is a thrill! The driving simulators are pretty convincing. The atmosphere is lively and loud, and a group would have a memorable time doing. A great go-to spot to hang out with friends and fam, or meet a date.

Service was TERRIBLE AT THE FRONT DESK. The curly head girl light skinned girl was terrible. She didn't acknowledge us for 10 mins then took forever to process payment without explaining anything. She was very terrible at her job. The actual establishment is nice! I would say over all over rated and definitely a one and done place. I never have to go back. You have to buy atleast 3 games to race. 30 mins of your time. Just super extra. Parking is terrible ofcourse. The place is huge inside. The bathrooms

I've been there twice now, for the friends and family opening & more recently for dinner. The racing sims are super cool, and the vibes of the place are pretty cool. One of the hosts in particular stood out to me. Her name was Morgan. She was super knowledgeable about the simulators, was super helpful at explaining, and sooo sweet to my entire group! Plus the jacket she was wearing was so cool, loved the sparkles! On the other side of service I waited for forever for someone to serve my table when I came fo

Had an amazing time at the soft opening. The DJ was spot on from the moment I walked in. The decor and aesthetic are just so cool, and the food was delicious. Relaxed service, and most importantly the simulators were TERRIFIC. Overall a great time and will be going again.

First, I wanna give a shout out to Ari she has an amazing customer service. The food was great. Drinks were amazing. First time there and had a great time.

F1 Arcade is definitely an impressive spot and feels like a dream for Formula One fans and anyone looking for a fun night out in Philly. The venue has a sleek and modern design inspired by the high-energy world of racing, with bright neon lights, cool racing-themed d?cor, and big screens showing live F1 races and highlights. It is clearly set up to be a great destination for dates, group outings, and special events, with plenty of space and a lively, buzzing atmosphere. The drinks here are strong and well-

Lots of fun getting on the racing simulators. Definitely a big jump in difficulty from "casual" to "semi-pro" as traction and steering get much trickier. Food isn't bad. Fairly standard bar type food. I only had a Coke but colleagues who had cocktails enjoyed them. The check in process for the simulators was a little chaotic. There was a long queue to get in and it wasn't clear that it was to check into the simulators and not to get a seat for food or drinks. It's the first weekend so they're just sorting

Such an incredibly fun day. We took a big group for a corporate party and the staff could not have been better or more accommodating. The food is great, the drinks are awesome, and the simulators are so much fun. Cannot wait to go back!

Amazing new addition to Center City. The decor and atmosphere is top tier but the true unexpected hitter are their specialty cocktails!!! The PIT LANE PERK is AMAZING a great refreshing twist on an espresso martini with a touch of blueberry coca nibs. And don't sleep on the Shes in the Lead and Grandstand are top of the list too

This place is really fun!! We went for Father?s Day, of course it was crowded but we had reservations. The place is gorgeous!! They had a lot of different food options and I also was able tot get a mocktail.

Best new bar for groups in Philly! Seriously so much fun. Plus incredible food and attentive service too. We had a group of 15 and they easily managed all of us. Would highly recommend for groups, could be corporate outings or casual.

To say I had a fun here, would be such an understatement. Me and the guys had such a great time at the F1 Arcade on Chestnut St. What an absolute gem of a spot to open up in Philly. The atmosphere was great and after 7pm it's 21+. I m not sure what I enjoyed more, the F1 simulation or the food! I highly recommend the getting the chicken sandwich and tenders. We had awesome server named Unique, who was nothing short of amazing. We got really lucky having her assigned to our party. Her attention to detail and

The concept of F1 is really unique and fun. The arcade experience and racing simulator was overall excellent. We had no trouble with the racing experience. The dining experience was another story. The service was below average. The servers did not check in regularly and were for the most part inattentive to our needs. Glasses sat empty and there were long periods of time without service. We didn't even have utensils to eat and my husband went to the server station himself to get napkins and utensils for our

The music was too loud. But ofc it was a fun time. The music wasn't hurting my ears. I almost couldn't hear anyone talk, barely heard the instructions for anything. The racing sims are incredibly accurate! The vibe is AMAZING and I can't wait to visit again!

We had a great time here getting our butts kicked by F1 racers. It was a fun but humbling experience! The food was great and Jay was so helpful. Plenty of time between races to mingle and chat. I would recommend for a family fun time or a birthday party.

If you are a big adrenaline fan, this is the best place for you. The place is gorgeous!! The game is great too. The food was just okay. Nothing over the top. The burger was good but the Ceasar salad with shrimp didn't go well at all. It felt like the shrimp wasn't seasoned or cooked. We were then told if we wanted seasoned shrimp, we can purchase the shrimp skewers as that is prepared differently. We just ordered for another burger instead.

One of the best experiences at an Arcade bar I have been too! The place showed up as a recommendation so we figured we would try it out. The interior was extremely nice and was a great spot for a night out. This was a perfect spot for us to enjoy the night life. The food was great and the service was amazing. One of the workers Chazz was great. He answered all our questions and was patient helping us decide food. He even gave us recommendations for things to do around the city. This was our first time in Ph

Main reason behind the 5 star is the visuals of this place. Absolutely stunning and the food was really good for the prices. Service was excellent the waiters came around to make sure we were good.

Came for the grand opening and it was an amazing time. The drinks were great and the food was decent. The atmosphere and the service were exceptional. Special thanks to Allison!

The place is large with plenty of simulators to play. Staff is plentiful and very helpful especially the assistant manager Bethanny and Kenny at the booking table. Simulators are great. Drinks are creative by name and are good as well. Try the chips and guacamole. Fun time for a casual night out. Come early 5pm weekdays to get a good table and reservation for playing. Play time was 90 minutes. Come and enjoy.

F1 Arcade Philly ? The Ultimate Post-Work Power-Up! ?? Just got back from the soft opening of F1 Arcade in Philly, and WOW ? what an absolute blast! From the moment you walk in, the fun atmosphere hits you and instantly lifts your mood. After a long day at work, this place seriously gets you pumped up and smiling. The layout is sleek and immersive ? it feels like you're stepping into a high-energy Formula 1 lounge with a perfect mix of racing vibes and social fun. The staff is next-level ? super friendly,

When the F1 Arcade announced it was coming to Philly, I was thrilled. Eagerly checking for updates, I knew as soon as it officially opened my partner and I would try and get there asap. Despite only being open for a few days, things were running very well! We sat at the bar and our bartender was super nice. So many interesting cocktails, but I got the Spicy Apex for a signature and the Bees Knees for a classic. Both were delicious. Food was beautifully presented and came out quickly. I wish the chicken ske

Cool new concept. But pretty lack luster in terms of execution. The racing sim was fun, but only allowed timed races instead of laps. So you're basically just driving laps until time runs out. No finish lines or victories to be enjoyed. Service was pretty bad. I understand that opening weekend gets busy, but the server was just straight up rude and just left after seating us and never came back. We ordered our first and only round of drinks and food via another random server passing by. Took an hour for eve

Our server Drew was very accommodating. She was knowledgeable about food and drink items and definitely made our experience a great one. We would go back because of the food and service. 5 stars! Thank you Drew! You're awesome!

Best New Bar in Philly. Super fun simulator experience and the food is great. Do the React wall in between races to get the competitive spirit going!

We had Andrew as our server and he was great! Super friendly and made us feel comfortable. Food and drinks came out quickly and it's only the second night they are open. The presentation of the drinks/food and the way they were delivered to the table was well thought out. We were very impressed. Will be visiting again!

TLDR: Technical glitches, poorly trained/equipped staff and bad service. Would not recommend this place. Had a booking that was prepaid for online. We show up and they have a technical glitch and can't find my booking. After 15 minutes of hemming and hawing, and just making us wait they show us to our simulators but they are not next to each other. They are on either side of a long console so you can't interact with the person you went there with. The host who seated us says they'll fix this get us sims n

I had so much fun! A friend of mine invited me to the close family and friends F1 Arcade pre-grand opening. It was fantastic! I had a blast driving in car #29. It's pretty tricky to navigate the races, but staff and other experienced drivers were super supportive. The Crab cakes and impossible burger were delicious. I loved the live DJ. The artistic details even throughout the restroom and restaurant walls were great! I look forward to my next visit. Thank you all so much for being wonderful hosts.

This Place is aesthetically pleasing and entertaining. A great place for a date night or family night out. Service was great and so was the food and drinks.

Decided to check it out when I flew in from Nashville after seeing @_ashleigh_rae?s recommendation on TikTok. I had Allison as a server and she was lovely. I would describe the place as a more mature version of D&B. It feels upscale without being pretentious. All of the staff were professional and attentive. I had a very relaxed time while waiting for my flight. Exactly what I was looking for at that moment.

Everyone took great care of us. We went in twice, once to try it out, and again for a party. Mickey, and Angelo were very helpful and accommodating on the first day. And for the party Matt and Jenner were awesome. Made the party easy to plan and service was great. Highly recommend

Review from an actual patron: Total BS. They sell 3 races for 45 min? Actually is three 4 minute races back to back with no break and youre out in 12 minutes. You should be able to start your own races, not bang through 3 races with no break. Dont you want people to stay and have a drink?!? The first race started while I was in the restroom and my partner was trying to adjust her seat and pedals, we asked to restart, the host said it starts right away, and it gets busy. We came early, and they started us ea

Experience was amazing. Me and my boyfriend came from out of state Chicago! We saw this online and thought it'd be super cool! It was so much fun and we got there a little early but Morgan S and Imani were great help in inviting us to sit and have a drink before hand and were overall so sweet and nice with customer service ! 10/10 recommended I probably would come back if I come back to Philly!!

Amazing experience with the caveat that the F1 simulators are hardcore sims and you really should play on the easiest setting if you have never played before.

A cool atmosphere, fun simulators, and an amazing-looking menu. Unfortunately, service was poor. We waited an hour and 15 minutes for our drinks and half the food order with a couple of vague "I'll check" reassurances from our server before we ended up flagging down a manager to cancel the order and leave. This is not the experience I expected after paying $50 per person to attend a watch party.

F1 arcade was so much fun! For someone that doesn't love racing games, I really enjoyed the simulator. Drinks were excellent (had aperol spritz and tequila sunrise)! Allison (our server) was so sweet and took great care of our group! Drinks and food came out super quickly

Had a great time at F1 Arcade during opening weekend. The space was well put together and the staff made the whole experience feel really smooth and welcoming. Kiera was especially helpful?she made sure our group got set up and best and possible and everything ran without a hitch. Appreciated how supportive and easygoing she was. Definitely looking forward to coming back!

It's a great experience! The driving is very different in the simulators. The food and drinks were good as well!

Came here for the Austria race and the place blew me away. I'm not very into racing but it was such a fun experience and the service was great. I could hang out there all day! Can't wait to come back. Special shout out to Marcus for his service and hospitality. Highly recommend.

So excited to have been invited to the soft opening! If this was how good training was, I can't wait to see what the grand opening brings! Amazing food and service and tons of fun!

We arrived 20 minutes early and were taken to our places. My partner went to use the restroom and while he was in there they started our races! When we asked for it to be restarted they said it starts at our booked time which hadn't even happened yet. Then the next 2 races started immediately after and the total experience (after a first wasted race) was 20 minutes but we had paid for the 3 race, 45 minute deal. We were never served any drinks at our stations and the whole experience was a waste of money. W

I had a reservation for 5:30 so arrived 15 minutes early as instructed, the girl who helped us told us to stand off to the side for 5 minutes and create our driver profile which we did and got back in line AGAIN. When I got back in line she told me I was 15 minutes early? I said no my reservation is at 5:30 and she said welll they don't count the 15 minutes in there so it's 5:45 (which is not true, the instructions clearly state be there 15 minutes before booking and also this isn't my first time at a f1 ar

I honestly had fun when I came with my sister! The racing feels real and there are a variety of levels to choose from. My only issue is the service. We have a person assign to us who was suppose to check on us when we were playing. We had 6 races and during one of them my car stopped working. It look a while before our assigned person came to assist. Even after that, they only checked in on us once the entire time. We did not end up eating there however, we have heard great things about the food

Karim was a dream server! So polite, handsome and the drinks were 10/10. I can't wait to come back and he really made our f1 experience 10/10!! Hire more gentleman like him

1. Racing itself is fun (but overpriced) 2. Service while racing is atrocious. Asked 3 different servers if they could help us and each said "I'll find your server" but to never return. Service at the bar was decent. 3. Forced to dump out water from standard Swell/Hydroflask before entering and bar refused to fill it back up...it's water...on a 95?+ day, come on. Can't wait to not return again!

Good service! Amazing atmosphere and ambience. My to go place always! Jay was an amazing guy who served us. Being an F1 fan, would come here anytime for the watch parties

I was excited to try this place after seeing it pop up on the center city sips list. However, that excitement quickly disappeared after my experience last week. The establishment itself is very beautiful on the inside, however, it was extremely chaotic inside. There was no clear delineation of which server was covering which table. Customers that were seated after us received their orders before we did. It took over 30 minutes from the time we ordered to receive our food. And it took over an hour from when

Came two hours late to an extremely cool party for a dear friend. Arrived to a whole house full of good people and atmosphere. If I ever have children, I'm naming one of them Jenner. Didn't eat but was told the food?s great!

Had an amazing time at F1 Arcade! The vibe of the whole place was incredible ? from the racing sims to the food and drinks, everything felt fun and high-energy. I especially want to shout out the brownskin curly headed girl I believe her name was yaya, who made the experience even better. Super friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed without even asking and believe she said it was her first or second day . It's rare to get service that feels so genuine and on point. Definitely plannin

Reserved online but rude front desk girl with curly hair said it's not valid. Other reviewers have also complained about this woman. They never explained that we can wait to get drinks as I think they were singling out certain races. Scam. They don't greet and have tense look on their face. Not friendly at all. Talked to the manager and he said the system will charge but won't come to them. I travelled an hour to come here just to go back because of their incompetence and unhelpful attitude. Disappointed

Had a great time here with a larger group of friends. Space was clean and the driving simulators were so much fun! Our server Jenner was very helpful and made the experience for us! Will be back here again.

Morgan Snape made my F1 Arcade experience unforgettable! From the moment we walked in, she went above and beyond to make sure my group and I felt welcome and understood how everything worked. Her energy was so positive, and her attention to detail made a huge difference. whether it was helping with the simulator setup or just checking in to make sure I was having a good time.. You could tell she genuinely cared about us having the best possible experience! The food was good, drinks were good too (the welco

Best barcade in Philadelphia! Had so much fun racing and felt so realistic! Highly recommended!!

Opening weekend for F1 bar & what a cool spot. Drinks came out quick & food came out hot. Our server Andrew was excellent & set the tone for our experience. Will be back many more times

We had a surprise birthday party for our friend and had such a great time! The atmosphere was fun, the service was excellent and Jenner really took care of us. We will definitely be back!

Went for sips! Jay was great and attentive as our waiter, as well as the rest of the staff just coming by to check-in. Definitely will be returning again. Glad to have a space like this in PHL

Had a reservation made and paid for 14 people for Father?s Day at 3:00. My family arrived at 3:00 and was told we had to wait outside until 4:30 because they had an event going on. I asked could my husband sit inside to wait because he couldn't stand that long I was told he could not and we would have to wait. Upon speaking with the manager we were told that a third party booked us and we could come back at 8:00. We said no and we wanted our money back. We were told we have to wait 3-5 days for a refund.???

I was really looking forward to visiting the new F1 Arcade and decided to upgrade to the VIP Grandstand tickets to make the most of the experience. While there were definitely some highlights?like the food, which was great?there were a few areas where the experience fell short. Before purchasing the VIP tickets, I confirmed with a staff member that mocktails would be available as part of the open bar, so the extra $100 would still be worth it. Unfortunately, once we arrived, we were told that the open bar

Jay was a phenomenal server. We felt welcomed and was provided a great experience. I definitely will be coming back again only if he is here

So much fun!! i went here with my friend and we had a great time. we will definitely be coming back soon! the staff were so kind and very helpful with directions.

Staff is nice but they seem short staffed. Racing isn't what you pay for. Did the 2 person race that said 30 minutes for 3 races and it was nowhere close unless you include the time between races/setting the game up. This place has a ton of potential but they need to rework the racing experience. Seems like they use the sims to bring you in but there is no incentive to stick around after the 15 minutes is over. To extend you have to wait around for a few hours. I really hope they improve so they stay in bus

It looks fun when you walk in but they're clearly banking on you being caught up by the vibes more than the reality. When we walked in there was a slow moving line, despite the place not being close to full. Also, the host booked us for 5 races when we very clearly asked for only 3, which I'm sure we were charged for. Even still, it was the first sign of a lack of attention to detail. The simulator itself would have been a lot more fun if they could actually teach us how to use it. We were told that the ga

My partner and I went to the first watch party they hosted this past Sunday (June 1st- Barcelona GP). We had been looking forward to this for months and were overall very disappointed. We decided to splurge on their grandstand tickets for our first watch party which were ~$130pp. This included Sim racing an hour before lights out through the end of the race, unlimited apps, and beer wine and bubbles. It was an 8am race. We arrived and there was a separate line for Grandstand which was pretty cool. They gave

We went to celebrate my brother?s bday. They were super helpful in accommodating a larger group (15ppl). The food and cocktails were delicious and our server Jenner was very attentive. Highly recommend

First impression - this is perfect for both f1 enthusiasts and people who know nothing about f1. Very excited to have this in Philly. It is overpriced, they don't put any alcohol in the mixed drinks, and the food and service is just fine. It's still new, they're still figuring everything out, but the vibes and simulators didn't disappoint. PS: pls add an elite difficulty that still has a braking line

What a fabulous and fun spot, racing simulators are a blast!! Our server Kareem absolutely killed it and made our experience just that much better. He was spot on with a tuna tar tar recommendation!

This place is great. Drinks are top tier. The manager Alex was intensely informative and explained the vision and options for parties. he also upsold us on the smokey drinks. we will absolutely be back again for Alex.

I was really excited to check out the new F1 Arcade in Philadelphia last week, but unfortunately, my experience at the bar was disappointing. My friend and I sat at the bar and ordered one drink each. Our bartender, IVAN, asked for our cards to start a tab, but we both made it clear that we preferred to close out right away instead of running a tab. Even after stating that, Ivan insisted he still needed our cards without presenting us with a check. I found that odd and asked to see the bill first?especiall

i highly recommend going to f1 arcade. we had such an amazing time! the staff were amazing. everyone was super friendly. it's a great experience for anyone. don't walk, runnn to f1!!

Absolutely horrible experience. The staff is rude. I ordered a cocktail and got the wrong drink 3 times in a row. The waitress rolled her eyes and said take what you get! The managers are clueless and the actual arcade feels like 20 year old technology. Total waste of money. Go elsewhere!

Jay was an outstanding server?friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. His energy and professionalism really made the experience memorable!

By far the most conflicting business I've ever booked at?. Made reservations last Friday for Mon on the website it says call if you're going to be late which we're literally 8 mins away just for them to tell us that we have to be there 15 mins before? we couldn't reschedule or cancel even told them we don't mind cutting our gaming time short and they said because they were too busy they couldn't..,. Needless to say I won't be booking there ever again?. Need to do better on their policies

Rude staff. Went in on race day to watch the race. Surprise wasn't allowed in. This isn't a place if you actually like f1 for racing. They had the race on but were not playing the Audio ? And it was $150 to get in since I didn't reserve a seat ? Lame place with rude employees. People who are looking to have a beer and watch the race on a big screen with nice audio will have to look elsewhere. Lame

Good food and drinks but the simulators have very weak sound, you kinda rely on that when driving in a race. And pricing is high, too small sodas was 16 dollars.

Jay provided personalized and excellent customer service. Kind and compassionate to my daughter who just left the children?s hospital. Will definitely be back and always request him.

If you are a racing sim enthusiast. DO NOT COME HERE JUST FOR THE RACING. Inputs are very laggy and lots of tearing in the gameplay. While Breaking, it's very numb. Food is good for the price. If you got some money to spend and wanna have a good time with friends. Id recommend it. Or just go to ur local go-karting and do the same thing

Welcoming staff, delicious food and drink, and all around comfortable and great vibes. Only part that sucked was having to leave - can't wait to trek back out from NYC to Philly again for these awesome games - absolutely worth the trip!

Absolutely had a blast! Staff was very welcoming, food / cocktails were very impressive and the vibe was top tier. Can't wait to be back soon

We showed up with a party of 14 four of those us was elderly and we went into the place because our reservation was at 3p and once got in the building after everything was paid for they told us we had to wait outside and wouldn't allow my black father to sit in until are time was ready, so after the disrespect, we decided to leave and once we try to get a refund, they told us that our refund wouldn't be ready until 3 to 5 business days Crab legs?? Worst Father?s Day Ever!!!!!

absolutely 10/10 experience! SO much fun, amazing food & drinks, and suuuuuper friendly staff. you can tell they really care about their guests! my friends and I will be back!!!

Absolutely phenomenal experience! Staff is the best in the world - respectful, considerate, talented, and (most of all) are also f1 fans so they know exactly how to deliver the best experience possible!