Retro Bites

Retro Bites

Reviews Summary

Retro Bites is overwhelmingly praised for its delicious food (especially smash burgers, fries, and shakes), fun retro gaming atmosphere, and friendly service. Many highlight the unique concept of playing games while dining, with nostalgic consoles and free gameplay. Portions are generous, and the vibe is family-friendly. Minor critiques include occasional music clashes, lack of vegetarian meal options, and some finding the takeout boxes affect food taste. A few note the 40-minute game limit but appreciate it when not busy. Despite one harsh review, most consider it a gem with consistent quality and a welcoming ambiance, making it a highly recommended spot.

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

1582 US-9 SUITE 6

Wappingers Falls, New York 12590

Hours

Monday 11AM-11PM
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11AM-11PM
Thursday 11AM-11PM
Friday 11AM-11PM
Saturday 11AM-11PM
Sunday 11AM-11PM

Customer Reviews

I ordered the Retro Tenders, which come with some of the best tasting french fries I've had in a while. The fries are seasoned perfectly, and so is the chicken, which let me add is also massive. It's crispy on the outside and juicy to the point of dripping on the inside. I can't place the flavor of their retro sauce, but it's a perfect addition for both the fries and tenders. Service was pleasant, and the atmosphere is very different from other places and therefore pretty interesting. I like that you can pl

Let me start off by saying, I think this place is awesome! Where else can you get variety of delicious food while playing retro video games for free?? This was my second time going and I have yet to be disappointed. I get the halal food ultra combo over rice and it hits the spot. It's fresh, well seasoned and they give you a decent sized portion. I highly recommend this place and I can't to go back!

This place is phenomenal! It starts with the atmosphere and then having the option to play retro video games while eating is a huge bonus! The food is INCREDIBLE. The pictures say it all! Pictured- chopped cheese and mushroom burger

This place is a gem. Trying to find a family friendly eatery open on a Sunday afternoon proved challenging, but Retro Bites was PERFECTION. Great food, creative options, and a super fun family atmosphere. It's nice to see folks of all ages enjoying themselves.

Loved our time at Retro Bites. The food was delicious and the games were so fun to play. We had two different smash burgers and an Oreo shake, which was one of the best we've ever had. We will definitely be back to try out some more menu items and play more games.

The atmosphere of the place is great, the music is nice too. I love that they time the tables to 40 minutes so people don't hog the tables for hours on end playing games and it's fair for everyone who wants to stay in. I only got a Biscoff shake, but my mother got a chocolate one and they were both delicious! Definitely coming back for actual food next time.

Open on Mondays! Drove by with my son, and GAME OVER. The vibe here is fun, service efficient, and food is yummy. Their detox love juice and yummy pineapple smoothie was delish. Also, I loved their fries.

This place is a true gem! A 10/10 experience! The atmosphere is so laid back and relax.. showing our kids the oldie but goodie games was exciting! Now the food omg cannot believe how amazing everything taste.. chicken tenders are bomb! Make sure you don't skip on the milkshake again amazing !! Cannot talk this place up an enough! Gotta add the owner is as cool as his place!

Retro Bites was amazing! I really didn't expect much from a "gaming restaurant" but I was wrong! Food was delicious! Portions were good size! And best of all, I got to eat at a good pace instead of needing to eat super fast because of my teenagers! Win-win-win!!!

Super chill atmosphere! Took my son here for the first time and the food was good! Plus it was perfect for just hanging at the table and playing some old school video games while hanging out! Definitely a great place for gamers!

Kinda confused how they have a 4.9 star rating. The food is bad, the atmosphere is bad, and the service is meh. Let's be honest you're getting food cause you're high. If that's it then sure go for it. But it sits like a brick and they don't give you free cups of water. It's like they're telling you to leave without telling you to leave. If your value added is that you get to sit, eat, AND play videogames then make it hospitable to actually sit and eat. This place could be 4 or even 5 stars if they made wate

Not sure how long this place has been around but we just noticed it and decided to take my son here for his birthday. There were so many options on the menu it was a tough decision to pick. It seems to be a halal place mixed with American fair. They had items like chicken or lamb over rice but also had like burgers, chicken tender, fries and many other things. The place is kind of small so minimal season. Each table is bar style height with only 4 chairs per table. So if you have a big group I'm not sure th

I love falafel and their falafel is full of flavor. I love their juices and shakes. They have the best fries around. We try to come here with our oldest once a month and they never disappoint.

I ordered the chicken tenders. I absolutely crispy, juicy, well seasoned and delicious. The fries are well seasoned. My daughter had the Lotus crepes which were phenomenal. The atmosphere is spoke ti my inner-child and everyone was so friendly. Definitely will be back!

It's a really awesome place. There were so many games on TV's at every table and the food was really good. I need to come back and try some other menu items. Big menu selection and fun games to play while waiting for food. Will be coming back here again

I'm writing this cause my other review got taken down. The food was pretty good and they had a nice variety of games to play. It was more games than I expected. The smash burger and Oreo milkshake was pretty good. I honestly have no complaints except for the music and space. For the first hour and a half I was at the restaurant they were playing somber country music. They then played Taylor Swift and Sabrina carpenter which was cool but they need to play more 80s and 90s pop and rap music to fit the time. T

Limited seats to play retro video games on time limit. Huge archive of games i couldn't get my son to eat the excellent food becouse he was gaming? super fun and delicious

A unique eating experience. Retro video games and good vibes. Food was awesome. Great burgers and shakes.

First time going to eat here with my husband, 12 year old daughter and 6 year old son. We thought this place was only in the city. So when we drove by, we were so excited to find one closer to home. We can't say enough great things. The smash burger and chicken tenders were delicious. You can tell the food is freshly made. We had a lot of fun playing the games and there is a big variety of games to play. The staff were very friendly. We can't wait to go back.

I had the mushroom burger I thought it was good.. I paid $13 the burger is worth the money you walk in it feels like a place from the 80?s.. I thought it's a fun place..

A few of us finally got a chance to try this place out and so glad we did. We ordered delivery and everything was amazing! We got the chicken tenders, wings, smash burgers, mozzarella sticks and then the white chocolate crepe and cookies and cream waffle. Holy moly! Everything was so fresh and very high quality ingredients. Highly recommend, can't wait to dine in!

Great new spot for the Hudson Valley! Each table has a TV and 2 remotes to play games at. There's a 40 minute limit on the games but if it's not busy they don't care. The food was the biggest surprise too, better quality than expected and the prices were great. And the games are even free! Friendly service and good ambiance. Really good spot overall and we hope it stays!!

Food was the bomb.the crazy chicken fries didn't look appetizing but the sauce and the chicken and fries itself was delicious.the games were classical and fun.who ever did the painting on the walls needs a raise now! The chalk board was entertaining to look at and draw.this wasy second time going.this time i went with my friend for his birthday,thank you retro bites.

Amazing concept for an eatery. Takes me back to the years I'm missing. The place just opened and it has a great atmosphere. The decor is all retro paintings of 90s videogames with 90s music playing. The tables have 2 Xbox controllers hooked up to a flat screen that has over 700 retro games to play. It was awesome to play some games while waiting for my food and continuing to play while I ate. Every retro console you could think of is playable. They even have games I completely forgot existed that I use to p

A blast from the past with all the most delicious foods and shakes. My husband was like a little kid in his glory playing all the old school video games. The atmosphere was like walking into a video game and the staff were so friendly and helpful when picking food out. We got a double smash burger and a double smash bacon burger with fries, a crepe to go and shakes to go. EVERYTHING WAS SOOOOO DELICIOUS! Flavor was on point, quality and the amount of food that you get for the price was great! I can't wait t

This a really fantastic place,as it has many games you can play while waiting for your food. As well as having rare consoles from the 90?s and some of the 2000-90s music The staff were mostly friendly the place was clean and pretty nice with the design, definitely be back soon.

We visited Retro bites for the first time ever we came all the way from Brooklyn it was amazing we had they're burgers, shakes, tenders and crepes everything was on point and it's worth the price everything tasted freshly made and they're tenders are made to order I 100% recommend

Honestly great food and vibes. We didn't wait long at all and the food came out so warm and delicious. There are tvs where you can actually play retro games which is so cool. One thing i will say is the two types of music playing at the same time was kind of annoying. I'd say definitely stick to one music and play it a tiny bit lower. and I don't mean variations i mean like reggaeton and taylor swift playing at the same time lol. But overall great everything.

Eh food just wasn't for me. My kids liked it! Atmosphere is good but could do with some retro game music rather than pop music. Stuff from when I was a kid haha! Or really a teen!!! -Very friendly workers -Clean bathroom

OMG this place is one of the best places I've been to so far. The food is amazing and the atmosphere is emaculant!! The staff is so friendly! I ordered the chopped cheese and it's way better than any other chopped cheese I've ever had. The fries are so well seasoned and the milk shakes OMG are super delicious!!! I would definitely go there again with my kids and husband. Lives all the old games and the music made you want to get up and dance like when I was growing up. Myself and husband sang and bobbed ou

We had a great time here! The host Alicia was so nice. She went through the menu with us, made sure we had everything we needed and checked on us throughout the visit. She was great with the kids and they enjoyed talking with her. Food was a 10/10 and the games were so fun.

The owner is super respectful and really care about serving the best food possible. My girlfriend and I had an amazing time. The old Xbox and Nintendo games filled us with nostalgia. Will definitely come again.

Very bad experience. Not offering free water is insane, and the owner is extremely condescending about it (as shown by their response to another review that also mentioned having to pay for water). Controllers are extremely greasy with sticky buttons. Prices are far too high for how bad the food is. It seems like the owner of this restaurant cares more about their preserving their fragile ego than the criticism they receive from their customers.

EDIT AS OF 12/13/2024... Now that the honeymoon phase is over, let me tell you what I really feel about this place...... THEY. DONT. MISS! The food is still just as good as it was when they first opened! Saying that this place is a hidden gem is being too mean. This is a gold mine! The food is always fresh! Always good! And you love going to a place where people greet you by first name when they see you often! I've had almost everything on the menu with respect to the milkshakes (im just not overly crazy a

What a great place! The food & milkshakes were great & of course we had to end it w/ some sweet! 10/10 experience! Definitely brings out your inner child.

Burger was absolutely amazing, fries were awesome and the best falafel i have ever had! Milkshakes were also amazing as well as the place itself, playing mario kart while with kid while waitng for food was highly enjoyable. This place is awesome!

I came into this place when it first opened. I got greeted by the 2 main managers, The first thing that surprised me was they gave me pretty much half off on their amazing food. The selections were endless, From smash burgers to crepes. I got the halal chicken over rice and a oreo shake as well as a strawberry banana crepe which were absolutely delicious. I was served by either alvin or abe (the owners) and their service was the very best. The retro games they also had were very fun, it brought me back to m

AWESOME place to enjoy some delicious, comfort bites and relive my early childhood games. We needed a livelier place such as this in the area. I was excited to introduce my 4 year old to street fighter and super mario world 2. Thanks again Alvin and crew!! I'll be stopping in again soon. Food: the smashburger was delicious! The flavors just exploded. The crepe was just what was needed to calm my sweet-tooth. Im excited to try the different food options next time.

We grabbed lunch here today and had a great time. Our smash burgers were awesome and we had fun playing arcade games. Definitely a worthwhile visit

Such a great experience with my son. Extremely reasonable prices, friendly and helpful staff, and really thoughtful details throughout the space. The food was REALLY good. I'm so impressed + will definitely be back

Awesome food and atmosphere. It's certainly a one of a kind place. Looking forward to going again. Myself and my son had a great time.

This place was shockingly great. The chicken tenders and chicken sandwich were awesome and tasted homemade. They were most definitely not like the frozen ones you get everywhere else. Burgers and milkshakes were also on point. The games make this unique but even if that isn't your thing the food itself is really great.

Love it here. Milkshakes are fantastic and the variety of games you can play is awesome.

The people are very nice and the games are fun for the red sauce it was Pretty hot and the food I got the Ultra Combo over Rice is good And I love the drinks I would like if was more sauce choice

Best smash burger ! Mushroom and swiss so damn good All the retro games were so fun!! Great concept! Staff very pleasant!

love this place! food is consistent and i love that it comes out HOT! such a rarity these days. well seasoned and good portions for the cost. so good!

Excellent food and great service! Please support them! Well done 10/10. Came here when they first opened and have been multiple times since then.

INCREDIBLE, this is our new fav spot for a fun quick easy dinner! Who wouldn't want to play Mario kart and eat a smash burger?? Honestly the food is amazing, I always judge a place on their coleslaw, and theirs is bangin!

One of the most unique eating experiences in the Hudson valley. The food is delicious and portions are great. The video games on the tables are awesome. This place is one the coolest spots up here.

First time here and it was phenomenal. Good was made to order; fresh. Tons of flavor. The burger was amazing and the milkshakes top notch

First time here. Ordered takeout. Food is delicious! Sometimes with take out, food ends up soggy and meh, but here, nope. I could imagine this being served on a plate right in front of me. Thought it was pricy when ordering but its worth it as I have almost a whole second meal for lunch for tomorrow. Will definitely be ordering again!

Small portion and expensive. Tasted fresh and was flavorful! 1 single smash burger, 1 double smash burger both with fries. Very small burrito with fries, order of crazy chicken fries, 2 cans of soda and 1 bottle of water. After tip the bill was a $80. Little too pricey. Cool place though!

Such a cool place to take two gamer 9 year old boys that need more video games in their lives ???? They both loved the " old school" Sega and Nintendo 64 consoles that were displayed when you first walked in the door . Being a Gen X' er it was a total flashback of my youth. Spacious clean tables with hand sanitizer wipes which I thought was thoughtful:) . TONS of games to choose from! The boys had so much fun and the co workers were so accommodating helping out my son. He had a problem trying to figure out

Really cool vibe and brought me right back to my childhood when we laying the games! Food was delicious as well!! 10/10 highly recommend to at least check out one time ??

Awesome new spot next to AutoZone! Great food, with great people working there. I was there for take out but will be back next week to eat in with the family! The retro video games at each table are free & fun (and hilarious)!!!?????? Editor's note* prices here are now extremely high! ($11 for a large milk shake? And a small is $10??? Are you dumb? What planet is $11 milk shakes a thing? $7.50 for 5 cheese sticks?? Your exorbitant price increases have caused me to come by far less than before!)

A local gamers paradise! White you wait for your food, play a few rounds of very nostalgic games. I might of raged a bit playing against my boyfriend in Mario but I felt better after the burger I had :) I am for SURE coming back...not just for the rematch.

I came to try out some of the food and games and was left extremely satisfied with the experience. The chicken sandwich is amazing, well seasoned, and perfectly crispy. I was playing Tekken 3 when someone who worked there came and played some matches, he won so I had to leave a 5 star review to tell him I will be back so he can catch these hands! I highly recommend!

The food was amazing I got a burger and the fries were some of the best I had in a while I went for my birthday and I had a blast! The Oreo shakes were on a different level of good taste, definitely will come back again and the mozzarella stick could?ve been better but was still good thank you Retro bit-es

Love this place. The food is great. The staff is friendly and helpful with the game system. New regular date spot for me and my daughter! The milkshakes are also phenomenal. (The place in general is great. Everything about this place is great. You should check this place out - 10 year olds review)

Absolutely perfect. Came here while visiting my sister, and was incredibly satisfied. Food is great (Love the Philly Steak!), Staff are always kind, happy, friendly, and just generally act like they WANT to be here. This place is also perfectly decorated, and my sister and I get to play games together that we have not had a chance to play in a long time.

The staff is so friendly and helpful, and the food is all delicious and fresh! Not cheap, but the atmosphere is great, getting to play just about amy video game you'd want while eating. A great place to go on a date or take the kiddos!

This is a must if you have teenager who love video games. The atmosphere is chill and the service was 100%. We definitely will be returning!!

It was our first time here and it was so good! Definitely coming back again! The mushroom kingdom burger was delicious!!

Bro the food is literally top tier food it dosent get any better! The fries don't even get me started I literally felt like I was in heaven. And the smash burger is crazy good. And to top it off idk what is in that retro sauce but that sauce is immaculate.now my final words please don't ever close down thank you!

Decent food, long wait time for 1/3 of us (there were ~6 people in total), small game selection, lots of input lag, only one controller, well... controlled, really just a "go once an never see again" type of place.

The new takeout boxes are cute but they absorb the taste of the box. Like the box doesn't seem meant for food. It makes the food taste like cardboard. Really odd. And it makes the fries mushy.

First time here and we LOVE it!! The food was delicious. We had smash burgers, fries, tator tots, Mozzarella sticks and milkshakes. All amazing! The service was top notch. Fast service and everything made fresh. Video games on a big screen at every table with thousands of options. Awesome time!! Music playing was also great! Decor was very cool. Will definitely be back soon!!

Truly amazing, Amazing food Amazing atmosphere So many games! So much food selection too! Only problem is the servings are super big, however they give you a to-go container under your food in case you don't finish your food. 10/10 Highly recommend!

Originally, I had this place at 5 stars but have to bump it down to 4. I think the only issue this place has is inconsistency. It always seems to be something missing from my order. The food is extremely good but it does get annoying if there's constantly something wrong with my order, whether it be having sauce when I asked for none or the wrong type of meat when I get a platter. This place is still new, so I'm sure it can be fixed, but it's definitely something that has to be worked on.

We had a great experience here and really enjoyed everything they had to offer. The food was amazing and their game selection brought back good memories! Will highly recommend this place to anyone I speak with and will definitely be back!!

My Husband and I checked this place out and loved it so much we went back two days later. Portions are great, The food taste fresh, the prices are reasonable, it's clean and the staff is friendly. It's such a great casual chill spot for the whole family! They have every retro video game you could possibly think of! Definitely check them out you will not be disappointed.

AMAZING Vibes!!! The music is amazing, the staff is wonderful, and the food is so good. Theres so many games to choose from aswell, i came here with my dad, LOVED IT!!!

Staff were really nice there is great food (I got the bacon egg and cheeseburger) Fun games and great atmosphere

Nice casual vibe. The video games at the table is a cool touch. Generous portions. Only 4 stars because they don't offer a SINGLE meatless meal option, aside from crepes or waffles which are more of a desert than a meal. That was super disappointing. Let's get a veggie burger or grilled cheese on the menu for those who don't eat meat!

A nice 0lace to get a quick bite. Friendly service!

Retro Burger was great and the seasoning on the fries was also amazing! Cool place for anyone who likes great food and/ or video games.

Really great food, and you can't beat the price! Customer service is also a plus, people there are always super nice. Def found a spot I'll be going back to again and again

I have been here too many times already and it is always amazing! The food is consistently delicious and the workers are very friendly. There are a tons of video games to choose from they definitely something for everyone. I cannot recommend this place enough!

Great place for families of all ages! Food never disappoints and enjoyed myself with my adult son! A welcome edition to WAPPINGERS Falls!

We finally have a cool restaurant in our town! The food is halal, and sooo good, hands down one of the best burger joint around. It's a gaming restaurant, which is soo cool, the 90s kids will love this place! Supper kid and family friendly.

The staff is so friendly and helpful, and the food is all delicious and fresh! Not cheap, but the atmosphere is great, getting to play just about amy video game you'd want while eating. A great place to go on a date or take the kiddos!

Service is amazing, throwing hands with my cousin in MVC2 and playing all my favorite games growing up. Nice place

Retro Bits has been a game changer for Wappingers falls. Their food and service is amazing. Their loaded fries and milkshake has been my favorite ??

Super fun environment with hundreds of arcade games to choose from! Lot of food options to choose from. Will be back

From my 8 year old- I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS!!!! ESPECIALLY THE GAMES!!!!

What an awesome idea and an awesome place! Got to play the original Zelda while eating a delicious chicken sandwich. A must visit!

Wasn't sure what to expect from the food as we came here originally for more of the atmosphere but dang the food was great too! They have emulators so pretty much any retro game you desire. We ended up playing Echo and remembering why that game has such a reputation lol. We got a smash burger with Swiss and mushroom (chefs kiss), chicken tenders (chefs kiss), and lamb over rice (best halal we've had since moving from the city). We will be back! Friggin sweet dude!

Phenomenal and affordable little eatery with some super tasty food that rivals the fast food joints that sit on this road with their burger quality. Fianc? got the chicken sandwich and loved it. I got their standard smash single burger anf the sauce and other added ingredients were awesome. Plus being able to game while you wait, awesome. Get to play such classics. Will be coming back again for sure.

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.”