Pinball Shoppe

Pinball Shoppe

Reviews Summary

The Pinball Shoppe receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with most customers rating it 5 stars. Customers consistently praise the knowledgeable, friendly staff and excellent customer service, including helpful communication and efficient shipping. The shop is commended for its wide selection of well-restored pinball, arcade, and slot machines, though some note prices are high. Repair services are highly regarded, with technicians described as skilled and reliable. Many highlight the shop's professionalism, fair pricing, and willingness to tackle complex repairs. The overall experience is described as fun, trustworthy, and worth repeat business.

About This Listing

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

Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

31441 Lorain Rd Suite D

North Olmsted, Ohio 44070

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10AM-6PM
Wednesday 10AM-6PM
Thursday 10AM-6PM
Friday 10AM-6PM
Saturday 10AM-6PM
Sunday Closed

Customer Reviews

Great customer service & super friendly staff! My Flight 2000 machine had been acting up and was in desperate need of some love & attention and they came out to the house and picked her up. Now the machine looks and plays like new and I didn't realize how much I had gotten used to NOT playing it. Super cool that the Shoppe puts in the time to keep these older machines looking their best! Thank you!

Top notch service! I was looking for a specific pinball machine, and while the Pinball Shoppe didn't have it, they promised to keep an eye out for one. Sure enough, a few weeks later I get a call that they've got the machine and can have it delivered before Christmas! Their delivery fees were more than reasonable, and they did a great job setting up the machine and explaining the basics to me. Highly recommended if you love pinball!

If you are gonna buy a pinball / gaming this is the place .I bought a Guns N Roses pinball 20 years ago from the Mellisa?s dad and he took care of any problems i had with my used machine for 90 days with no problems coming back to fix any issues i had ? Fast forward to now and His daughter Melissa is running the show now and I just brought another machine ( brand new Stern Metallica premium pinball and she was top notch . Delivery guys installed and got me up and running in no time . They were spectacular t

A++ experience with home visit to service our STERN pinball machine. Super professional and extremely knowledgable. Highly recommend.

I have a WPC that has had the dreaded reset problem that is very common, I called up and they sent a tech out (Chris), who was very polite, came to the house, took the board and a couple weeks later had it rebuilt. He came back and hooked everything back up and everything has been working perfectly ever since. I am happy that I found a place that is willing to rebuild boards as opposed to shipping it out to someone I have never met. Thanks! Will certainly use again and recommend.

I needed my slot machine repaired. Gary (owner) was very friendly and knowledgeable. The shop was neat and orderly. All technicians were welcoming. The first repair was short lived and even though there is stated no warranty, they came out to pick up the unit and repaired the unit and it works like new. I paid a fair price for delivery. I generally don't provide reviews but I am very impressed with Pinball Shoppe with the owner and Kent (highly skilled technician). The pickup and delivery team are deserving

I called the Pinball Shoppe with a lot of questions and Melissa answered all of what I wanted to hear. I hung up and thought for a moment that's the best answers I have had. Called right back and ordered on a Wednesday and received the machine on a Friday. Did not no I could get it that soon. When I received the Jaws machine it was packed perfectly and good directions to put it together. Definitely 5 stars. Don't hesitate to call them for future purchases. Great customer servive

Kent knows his stuff! He repaired the circuit board to our igt slot machine. Don't be fooled by the name of the store... They sell and service slot machines, pinball machines, bowling machines. They have really old machines too. With Christmas coming this would be a great place to find a very unique family Christmas gift.

What a pleasure working with Melissa and The Pinball Shoppe to help me obtain my first ever pinball machine. Very easy process. All questions answered quickly and completely. Quick and safe shipping - and I live over 500 miles from them. Have been enjoying the machine since receiving it. Will definitely contact them the next time I'm thinking about purchasing another pinball machine.

We have been happy and satisfied customers since 1992 when we made our first purchase of a vintage MS Pac-Man game. It has been serviced twice by the Pinball folks. Repairs have been excellent and timely and they always honor their estimates. I can't say enough good things about this small local business!

Their products here are of excellent quality. I was given a neon man cave sign almost ten years ago as a gift. It still lights up as bright as the first day I plugged it in. It's be n moved to several different locations and still is in perfect working conditions. I called the Shoppe just to ask for some measurements and the owner didn't hesitate to assist also answered several of my questions.

Quality place. Pricing and workmanship. Love my new games.

Garry was very knowledgeable and personable. I didn't hesitate for long to purchase the 60 in 1 arcade cocktail table I came in for. Lots of big kid toys, I have my eye on a couple more..a stand up multi arcade game and a pinball machine. I needed delivery...and it was delivered by two super guys at my convenience. Really impressed by the friendliness and great service from everyone. Have logged in many hours already playing the classic games from the past...so much fun!

Best place in Northeast Ohio for arcade games, slots, vintage bowlers, and pinball machines. Staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. You can try out games before you purchase them, and they deliver and set-up the game for you. If you are thinking about a game room, this is a must stop.

Can't get over what a great machine I purchased at The Pinball Shoppe last month. Have been playing, "Bally Pinball Wizard" evey day since then. The cabinet looks really good, playfield is awesome, game play is flawless and the backglass look like new. It's a real classic and I didn't mind paying more for a nice, restored machine. Communication between me and Melissa, of The Shoppe, was friendly. The purchase could not have gone any easier and help with shipping was appreciated. Good luck to this fami

Great service, good price. I have a shuffle alley bowling machine. They came to my house for a reasonable additional fee and were able to fix, repair and adjust everything needed to be done in one visit.

Love this place. I bought a 70s era Star Wars upright cabinet from them and it's so great. Definitely reliving my childhood. Eventually I'm going to make more room in my house and get some pinball machines.

The staff at the Pinball Shoppe is experienced in what they sell. Excellent service. They stand behind what they sell. Thank you for going above and beyond with my purchases.

Gary help me out with a 1980 pacman machine. it wasnt working, he told me to bring the mother board in and he would test it for me. he tested the board everything was good, but he cleaned and tweaked some settings on it, and now its works like it was brand new. thanks again for helping me out. and i would highly recommend coming here for service for buying Any new or used machine. very knowledgeable and a nice guy.

A great place to play some pinball and buy a machine. I stopped by a few times before buying, and each time I was welcomed and encouraged to try a few games with no pressure to buy. Since I've owned my machine (it's 30 years old) I've needed service a few times, and whether it's over the phone or on a service call they've always been helpful and professional. Highly recommended!

Customer service was outstanding! The knowledge that I was given to help me resolve my slot machine issues was excellent! My telephone call and visit to the store was extremely helpful! The owner and his wife were very nice and friendly!

I can't say enough good things about this shop! I worked with a number of distributors for my pinball purchases and this shop has been the quickest to respond by far. Melissa has been phenomenal with any requests. Highly recommended!!!

Gary is my hero. Called about testing a electrical board for an arcade game. Gary knew his way around my Baby pacman machine off the top of his head. He took his time and walked me through a diagnostic process, and explained a few things which helped correct the issues that I was having. Kind, courteous and professional. Looking for knowledgable staff? Look no further.

Fun place to find vintage coin-operated games for your home. Lots of experience in what they do!

These guys are GREAT! They sell and service games- uprights, pinball, slot machines, and video. Their stock is always changing, and you can go try out anything there for free! Family owned, GREAT service!

Great experience, wouldn't think it to look at it but A++ customer service Bought a Black Knight pin and there was a problem, fast reaction and amazing commitment to make me happy. You won't be disappointed.

Purchased 2 machines at the Pinball Shoppe over the last 25 years. The machines play like new. Like all the other reviews say, these guys are the best.

Hands down the only place to go to repair your classic arcade games. They also have a huge selection for sale. Family business. So they actually care about their customers.

Great place....good people...the whole staff was very friendly ..and extremely knowledgeable..in knowing how to fix and operate the slot machines ...gave me a bowl full of tokens to try all the machines ...i was like a big kid in a toy store lol...bought me a slot machine ...great deal on it.... Gave me free tokens...even put it nicely in my bmw for me...if your planning on fixing up your basement etc or making a nice mancave ...need to come to this place ...seriously u wont be disappointed ??????????

Chris came out to work on my Taxi pinball machine. Very knowledgeable and answered any questions I had. Would not hesitate to call them again for any service

Have been doing business (purchase and repair) for at least 4 years. Wonderful to work with, great machine and great service! Nice people.

Had a tough issue ..baught a 1978 midway sea wolf arcade game ..black and white monitor wanted to upgrade to new lcd monitor. .every place i emailed or called said iam sorry dont think it can be done or maybe it can but we dont no how to ..one call to pinball shoppe they said sure it can be done lot more difficult but yes it can be done and yes we can do it ..ask about upgrading power supply to new modern new one said yes no problem. .these guys are not just amateur hobby type but real professionals if you

Went to the new location for work...a lot of great machines to buy. They fix them too!!

Gary and Melissa answered all my questions. Shipping was fast and my PB machine was packaged very well Machine works great !!! A+++++++

Prices are a bit high. Nice knowledgeable people .

Nice shop. Lots afpinball, arcade, and slot machines. They are all fully restored, so be prepared to pay top dollar.

Came here for a broken part for my home pinball machine. Staff was super helpful and got me on my way quickly with the part i needed for under 10 bucks!

Great place. Love it. The people are really nice and I only wish I had more money to spend there.

Amazing shop with a huge selection of old and new, they are professionals and are extremely knowledgeable and practiced in what they do!

Great place to check out if your in the market for game to put in your man cave. Nothing better than dealing with someone locally that will stand behind their product.

I love the pinball Shoppe they do a great job and they answered all my questions. They make shore your game is running they way it should before leaving

Great people to work with. Answer all questions and very knowledgeable. Great experience and will do it again.

We went it was fun I went with my class we played game not to much money he was nice bathrooms were good I hade a good and fun time

The guy that runs this place is Amazing very informative. Young lady working was very polite and quite attractive

Great place , fantastic service and price ! I WILL DO BUSINESS WITH THEM !!

Very Cool Place... Pinball and arcade game machines priced from below $1K to $10K.

Love this store. Great people who know their stuff.

Was a cool place to see some old pinball machines and they also have slot machines.

Wide variety of pinball machines and price ranges. Also a big selection of other arcade games.

Plenty of machines in great condition.

Wow..just wow. Great place games slot machines everything.

If your into old full size arcade games this be the place

Nice place to check out pinball and arcade machines for sale

Friendly staff. Turned on several machines to let the kids and me play.

Great shop, very helpful staff.

Great professional staff and quick delivery!

Very nice place will go back.

Cool store and nice staff.

Prices high but awesome place

Great people. Cool, classic games.

Great people to deal with.

I got about $592 in coins

I love it at this place

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.”