Rewind Retrobar

Rewind Retrobar

Reviews Summary

Rewind is a highly praised retro-themed bar and arcade in Knightdale, offering a nostalgic, fun atmosphere with free games, friendly staff, and creative drinks. Reviewers love the 90s vibe, diverse gaming options (from arcade to console), and family-friendly hours before 8pm. The space is clean, welcoming, and hosts themed events like trivia and music bingo. While food isn’t served, food trucks or ordering in are common. Patrons appreciate the attentive ownership, fair prices, and laid-back social vibe, making it a standout local spot for adults and families alike.

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

319 N First Ave

Knightdale, North Carolina 27545

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 4-10PM
Thursday 4-10PM
Friday 4PM-12AM
Saturday 12PM-12AM
Sunday 12-10PM

Customer Reviews

Went here last night for trivia, and it was absolutely fabulous! The trivia questions and categories were great! Nice selection of local beers on tap, Gary, the bartender was friendly and knowledgeable. And the owners Jess and Dan are awesome and have really put a lot of great thought and energy into their spot. The cocktail menu and names were awesome and I can't wait to come back and try them! Their merch is also so fun. Food from the food truck was great too! Everything was also very affordable. We'll be

Everything's really nice here. I love it. The games. All that stuff is good. The spot to hang out, drinks seemed to be good. But the live music was a bit loud if I'm honest.

Fun, arcade feel but still light and airy! The drinks are delicious with or without alcohol. The games are fun and you could spend hours playing them with the wide variety they have. Definitely a must visit!

Love this place!!! Excellent addition to Knightdale! We stopped in to check out music bingo and it was such a blast! Hard to hear at times, but it was quickly fixed and everyone had a great time! We tried Princess Peach?s Sweet Tea, be Kind, Rewind, and their house Old Fashioned. All were great! We also enjoyed the food truck (Mama Chava Tacos) delicious, fast and fresh! Nachos and quesadillas!

Never a dull moment in this bar, one would have to be crazy to get bored here. Whether it be an old school video game, pinball machine, or even a board game, this place is littered with entertainment. I would however recommend dressing warm as it did feel like a breezy fall evening in there, I am not sure what they are trying to preserve, but 65 at the very least would be reasonable. They take pride in the uniqueness of their specialty drink menu, but even someone like me who is easily appeased by a qualit

Lots of fun! Laid back happy vibe with friendly staff and retro games. Casual dress and they even have outdoor space. A feel good place??

Rewind Retro Bar has a really cool atmosphere that transports you straight back to the 80s. The retro vibes are complemented by fun features like board games and video games, which add to the nostalgia. The full bar offers a great selection, and there's plenty of room to relax and enjoy. I tried the Holiday Mule, and it was outstanding?perfectly crafted and packed with flavor. Whether you're there for a casual night out or a unique throwback experience!

Super cool spot. Definitely NOSTALGIC!!! Loved the games, artwork, music, vibes. Good service at the bar. They allow you to bring in your own food and drinks. I won at both claw machines on the first try so I had a blast!! We played NES, super nintendo, nintendo 64... it was awesome. We went super early in the night and no one else was there so I hope it is usually more busy because I want this place to thrive. We will be back!

A blast from the past. I felt like I was 12 again, but this time I could have a beer. From SNES to Switch, this place has everything in between. A great selection of the finest beers and very creative cocktails that don't disappoint. Also, this place is very kid friendly (until 8pm).

Very awesome classic gaming! Pinball, skeeball, claw machines, guitar hero and the classic console systems! Mocktails are delicious ?? perfect for family fun!

Rewind is our new favorite go-to. We have been a bunch since the day they opened and we love it! Good drinks, fun games, great staff, and great location for us!

A great addition to the town of Knightdale. The staff here is friendly and their drinks are good. I didn't get a chance to play the games as they were booked. I definitely will be back again soon!

From the decor, music, themed drinks, video games, and shows streaming on the TV?s - it's like taking a step back in time. What a great new place for Knightdale! I can't wait to visit again.

Rewind is such a gem. The waitress is super nice and the vibes are always awesome. The FREE retro video games are such a good nostalgia trip and it's not that loud, so you can actually socialize with friends. Prices seem fair and the cider rotation has always been delicious. Highly recommend Rewind to anyone looking for a fun adult social gathering space.

Super fun place- our kids had a blast doing old arcade games and eating pizza while we had some delish cocktails. (Kids allowed before 8 pm) Staff is A++! What a gem in knightdale! We will be regulars.

Friendly staff, decent drink selection particularly the house designed cocktails. Good selection of gaming options- even some that you can play for free!. Good place to relax and catch up with friends.

This place is so much fun! With the rad era car shows, constant updates to event and overall great staff. Love going here when I get the chance and really enjoy supporting this local business!

What a fun spot! Very clean and such a good vibe with a super friendly staff serving great drinks. Free games also!

No food here so typically have to order-in or there's a food truck, sometimes. It's a great place for Retro gaming and having drinks. Every other Thursday is trivia.

We really enjoyed and appreciated the service and hospitality extended from the ownership and staff of Rewind Retrobar!

This bar is amazing. We went here for their Halloween karaoke party and truly had a wonderful time. The music was great, the bartenders did a wonderful job keeping up and keeping everyone well hydrated. Jessica, who was in charge of the karaoke, did a wonderful job and kept the karaoke running smoothly. The back of the bar is full of nostalgic video games that you can play FOR FREE! I'm so impressed with this bar and would highly recommend it!!!

Nice place to hang out! We met some new friends here, got some drinks, chilled in the back and enjoyed some games. Great place for adults to unwind. We'll have to stop by again on a game night!

Went to Starwars trivia night! Very fun, not too crowded. Fun video games, board games, and arcade games. Great vibe of people. Had a food truck outside with great burgers and fries. Fun drinks to go with the theme of the night.

lost my wallet last night and ended up coming back the next day and they had it waiting for me. super grateful

First time: Great retro place. We enjoyed it. Only one recommendation; popcorn, simple nachos (chips and cheese sauce like the ones on movie theaters) or chips and salsa. When you are drinking and having a good time..you have munchies ??.

Had a great time for New years! Staff was friendly and prompt, clean place and amazing games!

Drinks are pricey but I love the theme and this type of bar is so needed for the area. The games and theme nights will keep you coming back.

We love this place. So great to have a neighborhood bar with such an inviting feel to it. The crew makes this place so special. We love the throwback vibe along with all the great games and cocktails. 15/10!! We've particularly enjoyed service from Dodge and Marquis but everyone has been extremely friendly.

My husband and I loved this bar. We had a lot of fun waiting for a delayed concert to start. I absolutely adored the Bowsers Breath cocktail !

If you're a fan of the 90?s and looking for a fun night out, Rewind's events are the place to be. From trivia to music bingo to karaoke to themed costume contests the list goes on! I love it all. Having a place where you can be a part of the events is always a guaranteed good time. I have also met so many new friends and love having a local place to hang out and play games like Guitar Hero, Tetris and Mario Kart. The cleverly crafted themed cocktails are both delicious and creatively presented. I recommend

Love this place! Fun atmosphere whether you like gaming or just hanging out with friends. Great drinks with a theme and the staff are friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back. Nice to have some more local options for nightlife in Knightdale.

Cool space in downtown Kdale! Great cocktails, family friendly vibe. Game systems galore if thats your thing, and loads of special events each month. Adults only most evenings. Be sure to check it out!

Rewind Retrobar is such an awesome place! Excellent drinks and wonderful staff. I love the mocktails and my husband loved the cocktails. The games were lots of fun (even for our toddler). We'll be back soon!

They don't have a huge selection of arcade games (yet), but they do have pinball and Galaga. They also have quite a few consoles you can play, and they rotate out games for those daily. Talked to one of the owners and she was very friendly, as was the waitress. Full bar (I think) and a pretty good selection of draught beers. It's really nice to have something different in the area.

Awesome bar with a great atmosphere, drinks, and staff. You can easily spend a whole night here playing games with a group of friends. Make sure to try the Be Kind Rewind signature cocktail!

So it's a great little place to check out! Was there today during the Harry Potter Trivia, and my wife and I provided food! It was a really great experience!

So excited to have a unique and fun place in Knightdale! 90?s themed bar with a wide range of arcade games, friendly staff & cleverly named drinks. Great place to chill & have a good time with friends.

Great addition to Knightdale! Love the entertainment for big and little people. Would love to have stayed longer but the acoustics make it so loud you can't hear your self think, nor enjoy any conversation with the friends you're with. Now it was a busy Friday night and I'd love to come back on a Friday night! Hope they can do something to help with this issue. ??

Great vibe and friendly people. Playing the old consoles at the tables reminds me of playing Nintendo above my friend's garage except I have a beer instead of Kool aid. Those are free, as are the board games. The arcade machines take quarters, 4 per play on the ones I've tried.

So glad to have this here in Knightdale. Great decor, music, movies, video games, and drinks. Staff couldn't be friendlier and more eager to please. I love how the ownership is so engaged with the patrons. Go check this place out!

Great drinks and fun games! Fun new addition to Knightdale.

I love this place!! Drinks are amazing. Staff is great. Love the games and atmosphere. A very welcome addition to Knightdale!

Such a fun place! Made for a fantastic evening filled with tasty drinks and a stroll down memory lane with all the fun 90s memorabilia and retro games.

I just had drinks here. Enjoyed the music bingo and free video games. Also the stout and porter on tap were delightful

There's outlets at the bar. Cocktails and Beer. Nothing bar or meh to say. Good vibes mid day. Games in the back, bar in the front. Even a Nintendo Switch to play with another friend AT the bar.

Awesome place! What a great rush of nostalgia! Incorporating classic fun games for FREE!! Great place for families and date nights! Cant wait to go back!

Finally made it by and we LOVE IT such a great scene. Amazing drinks. Can't wait until they have an outdoor area too!

This place is amazing. I didn't realize how much I would like it until I was there, and then I didn't want to leave. Retro video games and drinks cannot be beat.

Fun new place to hangout in Knightdale! Great drinks and atmosphere. Bonus, getting to play vintage video games. Ready to go back.

Unique drinks, gaming, go back to the best time of your life the 90?s. Relax and have a drink while socializing or playing a game. Get back to when time was simple. Staff is fabulous!

Really fun spot and central to everything in the city. Lots of easy parking, really delicious food, I mean really, and an incredibly friendly and accommodating staff.

Love the retro vibe, music and cartoons and our drinks (Baja Blaster and Ma Ma Ma Ma Ma Paloma) were quite good.

Fantastic spot! Awesome drinks and awesome games. Very affordable as well. Cant miss this!

This place is an awesome combination of arcade, bar, and basement gaming. The staff was really friendly and the selection of games was great!!

Fun video and board games, cocktails, just a great all around vibe. Will be back, and I can bring my kids before 8!

I have been here a bunch of times and always have fun and feel like a kid with all the games FREE to play! Bring your friends

Awesome place with a fun atmosphere and great drinks! Will definitely return!

Good people, games, drinks, and events.

Neat spot to hang out. Good vibe and plenty of games to play. Staff is friendly. Clean bathrooms

ashley is amazing ???????????? makes a mean espresso martini hehe

Such a cool spot! We'll definitely be back. The locker really threw me back in time ??

Had a great time smoking Kenny in Buck Hunter. Great drinks and awesome staff!

Such a fun addition to Knightdale! So many thoughtful details and a fantastic laid back, welcoming vibe.

Jessica is fantastic and so is her bar. Wish they had some bar food!

Do you guys have a juke box ? Thanks for responding 5 stars

Awesome place with great drinks and a lot of old arcades and video game consoles.

My new favorite spot in Knightdale! Thank you guys for bringing an awesome place to hang out and play games!

Awesome bar. Cool vibe and even better drinks. Staff is awesome.

Good atmosphere, good service.

We love coming here. So much fun. Definitely something for everyone.

Super cool spot in a great area ! Love the vibe

Good folks providing a good time for all.

Good people, good vibes! ??????

It's my home away from home??

A great place to spend time

Something for everyone. Local food delivery available. We'll stocked bar and plenty of games.

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.”