Revolutions By HeyDay

Revolutions By HeyDay

Reviews Summary

Most reviews praise the friendly, attentive staff and great atmosphere, with many highlighting excellent service and food quality. Multiple mentions of fun bowling, pool, and family-friendly environment. However, a few complaints cite poor service (ignored tables, long waits) and occasional food issues. The venue is generally recommended for events and group outings, though some experiences were marred by disorganization or inconsistent service. High ratings dominate, with most guests planning to return.

About This Listing

Has Retro Games
Has Arcade Cabinets
Has Food
Has Pinball Machines
Good for kids
Has Pool Tables
Has Prizes
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.

What to Expect from Retro Games in Arcades

Step into the glow of retro arcade games and expect a nostalgic rush! Classics like Galaga, Donkey Kong, or Mortal Kombat await, housed in vibrant cabinets with joysticks, buttons, or trackballs. You’ll dodge enemies, chase high scores, or battle opponents in fast-paced, pixel-perfect gameplay. Modern restorations include sharp CRT or LED screens and authentic controls, preserving the 80s/90s vibe. Games are easy to learn but tough to master, offering quick sessions or deep challenges. With leaderboards and arcade crowds cheering, retro games deliver timeless fun in 2025.

What to Expect from Pool Tables in Arcades

Step up to a pool table and dive into a classic, hands-on game! Expect sturdy tables with smooth felt surfaces, cue sticks, and a set of numbered balls for games like 8-ball or 9-ball. You’ll chalk up, aim, and strike the cue ball to pocket balls with precision, mastering angles and spin. Tables are well-lit, often with vibrant designs, creating a lively atmosphere. Whether playing casually with friends or joining arcade tournaments, pool offers strategic, social fun that’s easy to pick up and endlessly engaging in 2025.

How Arcade Prize Games Work

Dive into the excitement of arcade prize games! Expect claw machines, skee-ball, whack-a-mole, or basketball challenges where you test your skills or luck to win tickets or prizes directly. Claw games require precise joystick control to grab toys, while redemption games reward accuracy with tickets to trade for plushies, gadgets, or trinkets at prize counters. Modern setups boast colorful displays and smooth mechanics, blending nostalgia with fresh fun. The thrill of winning and the vibrant arcade vibe make prize games a captivating draw in 2025.

Features

Has Retro Games
Has Arcade Cabinets
Has Food
Has Pinball Machines
Good for kids
Has Pool Tables
Has Prizes
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

200 S Oklahoma Ave Suite HD

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73104

Hours

Monday 1-11PM
Tuesday 1-11PM
Wednesday 1-11PM
Thursday 1-11PM
Friday 11AM-12AM
Saturday 11AM-12AM
Sunday 11AM-10PM

Customer Reviews

Amber was our server. She gave us fantastic service on New years eve. She also gave responsible alcohol service, making sure my friend was doing OK. Great service and atmosphere!

Walking and exploring OKC and found this place. We enjoyed the bowling alley with Football playing on the screens above the lakes. The fried pickles and fries weee both amazing and the staff were super friendly. Caution, you can't bring in outside food or drinks so finish your milkshake before trying to go in.

Only declares happy hour Monday - Friday as well as the sign on the host booth but was not honored . Say waiting with 6 hungry kids only to find out

We had the pleasure of working with Mr. Adams here at Revolutiond Hey Day upstairs with all the games, and he gave us some good recommendations to go visit different places for food and smooth music. Then, we met with Alex, which was super cool about letting us know there was no vapping allowed inside the lounge. No sweating, no meanness, just laid-back. Thank you, A Team - both names start with an A. It was a loud place but no dream.

The whole place is super cool. But the lanes didn't have a drop of oil on them and manager said he had oiled them the morning of. Every ball I threw even the house ball hooked into the gutter before getting anywhere close to the pins. Paid an arm and a leg for super dry lanes. People next to us had the same complaint and left due to dry lanes. Do not go here if you're looking for a good place to bowl

My sister, her daughter and I went out for my sister's birthday. The plan was mini golf, but they're closed on Tuesday and Wednesdays, so I suggested bowling. My sister was like "...what!?! Bricktown doesn't even have a bowling place." So pulled out handy dandy maps and there it was Revolution by hey day. The staff was super friendly and helpful, tried the $1 cheese roller thing and it was amazing with the nacho cheese. It is kid friendly during the weekdays FYI! $14.99 beer burger bowling specials, they al

This place is fun although we didn't get to bowl or play pool. 1.5 hour wait. They say it's not like that during the week so much. Had a pizza and a spring break drink at the bar and people watched. They did look like they were having fun.

We love going here. It makes the perfect pitstop while we walk the canal. The outdoor seating is shaded in the afternoon and evening. Sheba knows our daughter's name and that she always gets cranberry juice. There is Cornhole and Jenga and a great fireplace to sit at. They make the best mojito I've ever had and have a great selection of domestic and craft beer.

Either something needs to change in the way customers come in and are seated or waitresses need training. My family and I have been here the last 3 times weve been in OKC and after the weekend before last, unfortunately probably won't be back. My husband, our teenage son, amd myself went in and it was busy. We were told by the 2 girls at the front door that if we were just eating, to go find a seat. Me and my son did that while my husband reserved a pool table. We then sat at a table for 45 min while the wa

Hi. From the initially service to my last drink this establishment was 10/10. Kai is phenomenal. The manager ensured that customer satisfaction is top notch from initial seating to payment. Thank you gentleman.

As soon as we walked in they gave us a free game card for the day which was an AWESOME way to open a new location :) Shelby REALLY goes out of her way to make sure the customers are happy! She is an outstanding member of your team! She is friendly and probably the most professional and fast person on staff!

Our server did amazing! BUT the girl at the front desk messed up and had told us the wit for bowling was an hour. We waited. After an hour we checked in again and said it would be another hour so we didn't get to bowl at all! Worst pizza ever. Don't order pizza ??

Good place to relax, eat food, and enjoy games! This place is hard to find. I'm on the lower level meaning the entrance is on the river walk. They played a wide genre from 2 pac to Justin Timberlake, making it perfect for our corporate event ??. If you want to bowl or play pool this is the place for you!

Wait staff here are crazy friendly and are so excited to show you a good time. We sat outside on the patio by the fire pit and had a few drinks. Was very peaceful and they had music playing that was mostly 80's & 90's rock. There are about 8 bowling lanes that you can rent for 2 hours at a time. Of course they were only opening 4 lanes because of the covid plan-demic. But looks like a great place to bring friends. We will definately come back and reccomend simply for the atmosphere. We did not try the fo

Needed bumpers for kids but they weren't working. Has to wait for someone come took for ever. Finally got moved then tried ordering food. Requested a waitress twice no one came had to order at the bar was not happy about it.

Place is great and lots to do. Love playing pool and bowling here. The food is good too.

Fun place to grab some food and do some bowling. Staff were friendly and helpful, went out of their way to accommodate us.

Little girl can't check serve tables. Long brown hair walks with attitude. Get better servers cause I truly can't believe yall are okay with that attitude walking around your business. So embarrassing for yall honestly.

We were in Oklahoma City for the day and was going to stop in and just have a drink. The bartender was amazing even offered up a signature drink she made a top shelf margarita excellent choice. If I lived in the town I'd visit this place regularly. What better place to watch a game while bowling and having drinks and good food. Next time I'm in Oklahoma City I will be stopping by here.

I would have liked to give a higher rating, but $80 for an hour of bowling is a bit steep. Our wait staff was friendly and attentive. The pizza was good and it came out fairly quick. The place was clean across the board and nice vibe.

THE VENUE IS BEAUTIFUL!! THE STAFF IS FRIENDLY N COMPETENT!! FOOD WAS AMAZING!! WE GOT 2 LANES FOOD A DRINK SHOES TEA WATER A WHOLE LOUNGE PRIVACY CURTAIN ALL FOR 27 DOLLARS A PERSON !! PLUS 90 MINS OF BOWLING!!

I only spent about five minutes in here because $38 an hour to play pool with no drinks just isn't worth it. Almost nobody else was there when I stopped by, and maybe that's why?

They really do it right. Place was packed. Yet the service was polite and prompt. With such a great amount of people still clean !

Love this place!! I always have the best time! Great location! I love all the seating options and the patio is a great vibe. Food is delicious, drinks were great! The service is what keeps me coming back! Everyone I have encountered has been awesome. I have to say Angus is my favorite he makes the visits that much better. Can't wait to come out again and have a blast!!

Great time bowling. We had to wait awhile for our lanes so we bowled up until 20 minutes before closing. Unfortunately they had already shut down the arcade before we could use our cash cards, since it was close to closing time. I wish they had offered to let us use the arcade cards while we waited for our lanes. Patio games were fun while we waited.

Came here with my family, and it was the best decision I made all day. In town for a cheer competition and this place is the perfect getaway for any adult.

I ordered the Old Fashioned Burger & the Mrs. ordered the Hey Dey Chicken Strips. Food was great, but they say they offer honey mustard when we asked for it there was no problem. Waitress brought the food out and told us we couldn't have honey mustard because it was for their salads???? Need to update menu if that's incorrect. Other than that the service was good and they were very attentive.

A Great and Fun bar to relax at! They are very lively and even have bowling!!! The pizza is great ! Also the cheese sticks are good

Very short wait to get a lane on a busy Saturday night. Good clean fun with lots of food options and full bar!! Nice attentive staff! Will be back!

Fun place! The staff was great! We had a lane that kept messing up, they moved us and gave us more time on the lane. The next one kept messing up as well, the manager came over and offered us passes on our next visit and paid for our food! We declined passes as we are from out of town, but they went above and beyond to make sure we were happy. Overall great experience and we would go back.

Cool little spot, nice vibes, but they play the same music everyday. Would be nice if they switched it up or even allowed their customers to play the music.

We went to Revolutions for our first time today for lunch and drinks! We got the pepperoni rolls and side salads. They were great! But the staff truly made our experience great. We were treated with such kindness from the moment we walked into the door to the time we left. We will definitely be back. Thank you for treating us like family!

We were disappointed in the lack of other entertainment since this was a Heyday location. So be warned, it's pretty much only bowling and a few not so great arcade games. The bowling was nice, though. Drinks from the bar were good. Staff was friendly.

Never been to this place before and I was told that it was amazing, so I drove an hour to check it out. I walked in and I felt at home. A young lady name Claudia Hayes was so very friendly and welcoming. She made us feel important. The food was good the service was amazing the bartender was excellent at her job and made some amazing drinks. I have told a lot of my friends.

The coolest bowling alley I have ever been too! Great waitstaff, next time I will have food when I'm there. Outside they have cornhole, jenga, and large checkers. The air works very good, felt great on this 100 degree day.

Great place. We had a great time. Second place that we have gotten together there for a Farwell.

Had a great time but watch your transactions. We had a tab going (they save your card) so there was only one transaction, but were charged twice. The amounts were for each transaction.

Tori and Amber were absolutely amazing. I run a very high stress business and make certain the staff was amazing. Every detail covered to perfection. I will definitely bring my team back here. Everyone of all ages had an amazing time.

Service was great. We had a lot of fun bowling and enjoyed a little bit of the arcade.

Brooke was a phenomenal hostess. She did a great job. She's amazing. She attended to us and other customers without wiping a sweat she never complained had a smile her face you are amazing Brooke thank you so much for everything. We love you and I'll be back again because of you.

We had a great time bowling with the kids, and the DoubleDave's Pizza was excellent. Just don't expect the bowling "conditions" to be good. In other words, if you're worried about your score, or the lane conditions, or the "slide" in the lanes, you should go elsewhere. The service was GREAT, the pizza was GREAT, but the only knock is that it was quite expensive. I think we paid almost $100 for four of us to bowl for an hour, which was one game and almost, but not quite enough time, for a second game.

The bowling was fun and pretty easy to set up, they also have bumpers that pop up when it's a kiddos turn to bowl. The arcade was pretty sad though, maybe 10 types of games and a whole row of games were off. We ordered fries and drinks while bowling. Our waitress was great and checked on us often. Great place for family outing.

We were there last week for my husbands birthday and Nae was our server.. she was amazing!! Super funny and just all around great we had so much more fun with her serving us!!!

After trying to find a good spot to eat and enjoy a few drinks we found a good spot at revolution. Our server was Ryder and he was very friendly and made sure our order came out the way we wanted since I had a few extra requests. All in all 10 outta 10 experience

I literally cannot give enough stars! The service at Revolutions is beyond phenomenal. I've held two group events here, and both have gone perfectly hugely in part to the absolutely lovely and helpful staff. The food is great, the atmosphere is great, and the people are the best. I'll be back again and again!

Raylee is the best server I've ever had. Such a fun place. The chicken strips and the fried pickles are some of the best I've ever had. Drinks are also amazing! Would highly recommend!

Kai and Cam were absolutely amazing! Will 1000000% come back just for their service alone

My kids displayed the autism behavior, and they kicked us out. Management said it caused danger. Purely, discrimination.

Me and 2 other people came here to bowl an they told us we couldn't cuz they decided they wanted to close a hour early pretty disappointing

I had such a great time with my friends definitely a family friendly place. The manager Nick went above and beyond for us to have the best experience. The food is BOMB!!! We even had Lindsey the bartender make us some mock tails that were super tasty. I definitely will be going back and telling all my friends.

This place is awesome!! The staff was super friendly and the drinks were good. We ordered a pepperoni pizza, not only was it HUGE but it was delicious! The bowling lanes are really cool too. There's giant TVs behind them which makes watching the games pretty fun, and the bartender said they also show the UFC fights for free!! I will definitely be back with some more friends!!

We had a blast bowling here! It had been years since my husband and I had ever gone bowling! I loved that they had the little ramp for the little guys too as well as bumpers, and each player could turn the bumpers on and off and they went up and done really quickly too! The alley is small as you can see, so I am sure if it's a weekend it would he really busy, but we went on a random tues afternoon and it wasnt too bad. The adult drinks are good. Right by the movie theater too which is why we went to wait ou

Alyssa is the most awesome bartender she has the best personality of all, service, food and drinks are amazing!! If you are not here, shame on you!!

Seriously such a fun place! We brought in 18 kids and a dozen parents! The staff was very accommodating & worked with us through everything we needed. Alex, Ona, Tori and Angus were Incredibly friendly and very service oriented. We came from out of state, but anytime we're back in OKC, we will definitely be back here!!

Fun place. Just opened in bricktown. Great staff, Nice new place. Drinks where very good. Food was good. Recommend.

$70 and not once did anyone come to the table to see if we needed anything. Even when we pushed the button. The staff just walked past our table like we didn't exist made eye contact tried to get their attention and they turned and walked to the other tables. Won't be back

Nick was an incredible server. The burger is massive! So much fun stuff to do, the tunes were perfect and the employees kind, warm and welcoming. Nick has the most unique voice in the best way hope you have as much of a good solid time as we did. Thank you for the hospitality.

Had an amazing experience with a group of 9 people. We didn't realize our bowling time started as soon as you paid and sat down. Ended up ordering food first, and the employees were nice enough to extend our bowling time for us since we hadn't started by the time was almost out. The pizza and cinnamon sticks were amazing. Would highly recommend if you are looking for something fun for a group to do.

Love this place. The food is always so good! Cant beat the prices! You can always depend on great service too. Definitely recommend this place to everyone!

Our company took a client to this venue. We had a party of 15 and thought this would be a fun place to entertain on a weeknight. The restaurant was clean and the bowling lanes were well kept. However, the wait staff and supervisor were very inexperienced and not welcoming. They created a hostile environment for my team and our clients. Everyone was aggressively carded within our party before a drink was served to them, and if anyone rebuffed, they were treated with even greater hostility. During dinner we f

I love this place and will be back !!! My family had so much fun and the food was great too. Friendly people and good customer support. Check it out and have a fun time ??

The menu said these shots were five dollars, and nachos were 10. By the time it was all said, the nachos were just basic chips and five chips had cheese on them.. my kid cousin could have done a better job with nachos, the drinks were horrible. And let alone they put a 25 dollar hold on my card, and charged me 35 dollars for this horrible service. And that's not including the cost of the game. They advertised one price, made you think you was getting a happy hour deal, just turn around and add sir charges.

Visiting from out of state and we are so glad we stumbled upon this place. Delicious food, great service thanks to Claudia & Desiree and bowling!!!!! Drinks, food and games can't beat that! Thanks Revolutions

Visiting Oklahoma from California and I've visited a few bars. All were great, no complaints but this so far has been the best I've visited. Raylee was a great hostess and gave us some wonderful information locally for where to visit when we had questions, was a great hostess and very friendly. I'd visit again just to have her as our hostess, but the venue itself as well as the food was great. Thank yall!

My family and friends experienced heyday for the first time last week! And they experience was amazing! Great prices great atmosphere overall great customer service. But there was one person that was the cherry on top on the sundae! His name is Martin. He was overall amazing, attentive, generous and catered to our every need. It is because of him that we will be returning! He was that friendly face and chit chatted with all the younger kids and high fived them hyping up their already fun experience. This yo

Fun bowling alley, nice pool tables, good food. 3 stars because the service is lacking. We were there 2:30 on Saturday with adults and kids and place was not over crowded. We had 3 lanes for two hours and spent maybe $550-$600 total for the group. Pushing service button at bowling lane just gets the bartender to show up 10 minutes later and says to come to the bar for anything you need. We should have service at our lanes for this price. As far as food, all was good except One burger was completely under

It was fun a little bowling and food with the kids.

We recently celebrated our daughter?s sweet 16th birthday here. We planned for a party size of 24. The service prior to and the day of was wonderful. They worked as a team to make our daughter?s day a blessed day. They catered to our guest in a professional manner. The food, atmosphere, and service were all 5 stars. I would recommend to anyone to give them a try.

We came and played pool, was served by Claudia and Brooke. And Amber was a great help with ringing us up. Had a great time will definitely be back

I was in Oklahoma visiting a relative and went out to help someone I heard about this place that atmosphere is great. The food is great and to be honest I've never seen a staff so attentive to Neads. Thank you to Brandon the manager for helping us out.

My family had a great time bowling and the chicken tenders were the best!

This place was the fastest and easiest event planning I have ever done. I had about (x32) people for my work event and it went exactly how it was supposed to. The wait staff was friendly and did their job exceptionally. The pizza is surprisingly very very good. I would put it up next to the best local pizza places in Oklahoma City. Highly recommend Revolutions by HeyDay.

Alyssa was amazing. Super attentive and a great attitude. Shawn was super awesome as well straight out the gate with a positive attitude.

Would love this place if the service was better? can't blame the servers since he literally was all by himself. We called made a res @3 since we're coming from Lawton. They charge your card for holding the res.. kinda odd most places charge you when you get there. When we arrived we told them we had a red @3 and we're gonna eat first since we arrived early. Drinks were definitely good. They ask for a card to hold your tab and charge as you go as well. Odd.. but anyways. Our combo app took 30-40 min?. When

This place is awesome! I planned my son's graduation party here. The HeyDay staff was very friendly and welcoming. Maranda was our hostess and she did a great job! She made sure we had everything we needed. This was our first time at this location and I must say they went above and beyond in service and great food!

Had a great time. Just had some refreshments from the heat, played pool and Jenna.

Great management we were greeted as soon as we got there and told about the in house made food and everything they had to offer extremely friendly staff prices are great to definitely a must visit if your in town food bowling and game room is great and not expensive at all love this place and recommend to anyone that goes.

Fun place with very good food. Staff was pleasant and place is clean. This would be a great place to hang out and play games.

Not worth it. While we were there on a Friday afternoon, there were 3 other customers and our group of 4. The entire time there were 4 or 5 employees standing by the counter hanging out. The waitress was usually nowhere to be found and drinks and food could be seen just sitting for 5 to 10 minutes waiting for her. The guy working the reception area was friendly but other employees were rude or just ignored the customers entirely. I miss the Red Pin after experiencing the customer service here. Don't b

Had the pleasure of eating here awesome food and the service is outstanding. The General Manager Brandon Bojrab was amazing stopping by and checking on us. Next time we are in OKC definitely will be back

Food was good and not over priced. We had fun watching people bowl while we ate.

Claudia was great! She was perfectly attentive and so great! We had a blast bowling! 10/10 would recomend.

A fun place for all ages. They offer bowling, billiards, food, music and more. The staff that greeted us did an amazing job explaining how everything works. We opted to dine-in and we're directed to set ourselves. We did, and no one came to our table. After 15 minutes, we helped ourselves to menus from the hostess stand. After 30 minutes (and a waitress helping tables on all sides of us), we decided to go the bar to order. This gentleman was incredibly kind and helpful, even apologized. He helped us the res

Company Christmas party it was great everyone had lots of fun great service

I had my son's 21st birthday party here. I booked their party package with bowling on lanes 1 & 2. There was more than enough seating for my family of 11 and they closed the area off with curtains for privacy. The server Don checked on us often and handled anything we needed promptly. The manager also checked in on us. The food and service was great. Exceeded my expectations by far!

My wife and I are BIG fans of HeyDay down in Norman. I had been to this location a couple of times over the years for a bowling bachelor party, drinks with friends, etc. but I had never had their food. Unfortunately, their kitchen staff is either unknowingly or knowingly serving non-vegetarian food to a vegetarian (my wife) after giving assurances it wouldn't have meat. The waitress was amazing, and the manager who came out to apologize as well. Then my food was admittedly average and underwhelming given th

Honestly terrible. We were there for 1 hour and the bartender got pressed by a group of obviously underage kids for the proce of there bill. He never made me and my wife a single drink in for 30 minutes. I even asked for 2 tequila shots and was told to "hold on". No one was given a drink for the entire time we sat at the bar. Terrible.

Fun bowling experience in Bricktown. Friendly staff. Nice bar selection. Definitely family friendly and clean.

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