The Smash!t House Davie

The Smash!t House Davie

Reviews Summary

The Smash House receives overwhelmingly positive reviews (mostly 5-star) for its unique stress-relief experiences, with many praising the fun activities (rage room, paintball, axe throwing) and friendly, attentive staff. Negative reviews (1-star) cite rude or condescending behavior from management, particularly regarding reservations and punctuality. Most customers highlight the cathartic release and excellent service, though a few report poor customer interactions and inflexibility with timing. The venue is widely recommended for group events and stress relief, despite occasional complaints about staff attitude.

About This Listing

Has Arcade Cabinets
Has Consoles
Has Pool Tables
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 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.

Features

Has Arcade Cabinets
Has Consoles
Has Pool Tables
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

5635 S University Dr

Davie, Florida 33328

Hours

Monday 12-9PM
Tuesday 12-9PM
Wednesday 12-9PM
Thursday 12-9PM
Friday 12-9PM
Saturday 12AM-10PM
Sunday 12-8PM

Customer Reviews

My husband and I went here for the first time Friday night. We made a reservation before we went. It was found easily and there was plenty of parking. We were warmly greeted when we walked in and waited less than a minute before we were taken back. I filled out our waivers online before we went definitely sped up the process. The rage room was first. It had things to break, hit, dent and throw. I used a huge wrench and my husband chose the bat. But my favorite way was to throw bottles against the wall. The

We started throwing axes and it was incredibly fun. We then went into the smash room and let me tell you, we left nothing unbroken. We really destroyed everything. They were so friendly accommodating us and our rage lol. Love this place, definitely coming back!

So many firsts at this amazing place! My friend got us the super hero package which included the rage room, paint balling and an escape room. We were greeted and welcomed by Stephanie and Adam! They were so friendly, knowledgeable, and they helped us have a safe and great time! They were so sweet and personable making the experience way better. This was my first time ever in a rage room and paint balling!! The experience was EPIC! The last time we were here, we did ax throwing but didn't get a chance to do

We drove 45 minutes just to visit, and it was 100% worth it! The experience was so much fun, and the lady up front was incredibly nice and funny, making us feel welcome right away. The setup was cool, and we loved every second of smashing things. We'll definitely be back for more! Definitely worth the price. You will leave feeling relieved!

I took my mom here for her birthday and she said it's been the best birthday in years! From start to finish, the owners were super helpful. We were completely new to the whole rage room thing, but they did a fantastic job helping us feel comfortable. They were even short-staffed, during a busy Wednesday, but we couldn't tell at all because they were so accommodating. They threw in some ax throwing for us, at no additional cost, since things were running slightly behind. But again, we didn't even notice beca

We were looking for a Sunday Funday activity to do after brunch and I am soooo happy that we chose The Smashit House! What a way to blow off some steam and wrap up my weekend! I am very happy that we came & plan to come back again to try other activities! We really enjoyed paintballing, the escape room, & the rage room ??

Very welcoming with options for a fun time they have smash rooms plate braking and a paintball target room there is a game room also and axe throwing. Something for all pick and choose. Pricing is reasonable for each activity. The music they play is nice as well.

Adam the owner is absolutely fantastic, Stephanie was welcoming and fun she even offered to take our pictures after our time was up and Joey gave us great advice to get us started! And hour absolutely flew by like it was nothing. Your time also includes access to the game room which was a great bonus! It was well worth the time and money spent!

We went to Smash!t for date night and had an incredible time! We did 20 minutes of rage room and paintball, and had so much fun! For the rage room, they give you a speaker so you can jam to your music while beer throwing bottles, hitting water heaters, destroying furniture and drawing on the walls. They give you tools like hammers, bats and more. The sledgehammer was so fun to use! Paintball was also super fun, they had many targets and we ended up competing. The staff is extremely friendly, the protection

Smash!t House (The Axe Hole) is a smash! We had an amazing time with Jonathan throwing axes, knives, stars and other ninja stuff at targets. A great (safe) way to spend an hour with friends!

They didn't even lets us in after reserving and paying for our session ahead of time, we get there and there was a sweet lady who pointed us to the barcode to fill out our waivers and then the so-called owner comes and says we cannot enter and accuse us of smelling like marijuana which we don't smoke. This occurred February 14 Valentine?s Day 2025 do not go.

Went axe throwing and smashing at this place was so much fun! Went for a bachelorette party and we had a blast! The axe throwing area had plenty of options to make it extra fun!

This place is awesome! What a great place to release some stress- and have some fun in the process. I had a blast playing paint ball and doing the axe throwing. The owners are amazing- super funny, very personable and go above and beyond to make sure the smash experience is great. Highly recommend- can't wait to come back and break some more stuff!!!!

I visited Smash House last weekend, and it was one of the most unexpectedly satisfying experiences I've had in a long time. If you've ever just wanted to break something without consequences this is the place. From the moment I walked in, the staff made everything super easy. They went over the safety rules, suited me up with protective gear, and gave me a choice of weapons baseball bats, crowbars, even a sledgehammer.

Absolutely amazing experience. We had our company Christmas party here. Let off some steam from a long year of stress at work and it was hands down our best Christmas party. Incredible customer service. Something everyone needs to experience. They also have pool, arcade games, plate smashing, paintball and axe throwing. But nothing like smashing everything in sight to relieve stress.

This place is fantastic. I've been here multiple times and I've done the rage room, paintballing, axe throw, plate throwing, and also have played pool and other games. The vibes are great, and the customer service from the owners is wonderful. They were very attentive and caring and wanted to make sure that I was enjoying and understanding how to do everything. Definitely the best rage room I've seen in the entire state of Florida ! 5 stars !!!!

Had such a wonderful experience! We did the starter package for paintball for 3 people & it was so fun knocking the items over with the paintball gun! They also had other fun activities such as ping pong and darts! I loved the arcade games as well! The owners are super friendly and we had a wonderful experience. Great for a fun time! I will definitely come back.

This place was so much fun. Hubby (DC Lending on the bullseye wall) and I had a stressful week so I decided to take him there. We had so much fun and it was just a different kind of night. Highly recommend it. Joey was great in guiding us and very attentive. Stephanie was so nice and made the whole experience so fun and made us feel like family?s

Omg everything here was so perfect.! Came here on a date night and did the smash room, played pool, did axe throwing, and also got the chance to do target paintball and played some arcade games.! The staff here is very friendly and nice and they were a good help with any activities we didn't know.! Definitely will be returning

I'm completely disgusted by my experience. I booked a reservation for my husband?s birthday and drove over 1hour to get to this location. We arrived 3 mins after our reservation time and was met with ?sorry, not sorry? energy from the lady at the front desk. She explained it was too late and would not bend on allowing us to use the room for time we had remaining for our experience. Her attitude was very flipped and not empathetic. When we stated we will right a review, she sarcastically said ?here, let me g

We arrived on time for our scheduled session, excited for the experience, but were immediately met with a rude and unprofessional staff member. She told us we'd have to reschedule and made it clear she couldn't help with a refund or offer a later time that same day. Instead of giving us what we actually paid for, they just gave us a quick ?wash? with a few other activities ? definitely not what we booked or expected. The customer service was disappointing and completely took away from what was supposed to b

Very fun experience and professionally organized; this facility take their safety seriously & make sure everyone is properly geared up before their activity. Sweaty experience, a huge workout, 10/10 would do again! I need more practice with the axe ????

I had an amazing time at SmashItHouse Davie! The staff was super friendly and made the whole experience really fun and safe. It was such a great way to let off some steam and just have fun breaking stuff in a controlled environment. The setup was clean, well-organized, and they had a great selection of things to smash. Definitely recommend this spot if you're looking for something unique and exciting to do!

I surprised my husband for his birthday. The experience was great. Stephanie was super thorough with the safety details with the rage room. Adam oversaw the escape room; the clues were very good and not over the top. Nick was cool and friendly. He facilitated the paint ball. It was a lot of fun. We will return soon for axe throwing next.

Best experience, the rage room 100/10 and they also have paint ball targeting which let me tell you is amazing 1000/10. The owners are so friendly please come and release some stress.

This was the best experience ever. I came here with my mother in law and when I say we had a blast!!! Stephanie was a great host! She was very mindful and so patient with making sure we were enjoying our experience. I would definitely come again! This was a blast. I have no complaints!!!

This was our first time visiting and honestly really loved it, me and my boyfriend were welcomed so nicely the second we got through the door. Dee was also extremely helpful with us by explaining the procedures for the paint balling. Overall 10/10 highly recommend.

Wow what an experience this was. My initial frustration was we were not going to make it on time and we didn't make the 5 min grace period. Stephanie saw our disappointment and made great accommodations. We threw axes and did paint ball target shooting our instructor was Chris very funny and confident and relatable with his self-tailored safety instructions hitting all the safety points help us all hit our targets. The escape room was a great team building exercise that our instructor Nick casually went ov

I would give zero stars if I could! This is the most unprofessional and inappropriate business I have ever interacted with. I booked a 30-minute rage room session with extra breakables for a group of 4, including myself and 3 friends. The day of my reservation, I get a text message from Stephanie, the owner's wife and manager, stating that they were closing early and requested my group be there an hour earlier than our reservation. I explained that my group cannot be there an hour earlier because one of my

Booked a reservation days in advanced and then got a cancellation as we were on our way, called to see what happened and the lady on the phone said she ?had somewhere to be tonight?,honestly seemed to showed no concern for the inconvenience, for my first booking here and for spending $130, things should?ve and could?ve been handled better. Pretty disappointing customer service. Update : called to ask about the status of my refund and they are now refusing to give me a refund. The employee Stephanie interrup

This place was so much fun! It was already set up when we got there and so much things to break which was well worth. The employees were great especially Brody Coffin and Joey Shapiro. Would recommend to others and come again!

Leaving this review in exchange for a ?free plate? to throw. The place is small and very eclectic. The lady at front door is rude and the man is kinda rude as well but I think they don't get along because I heard them bickering. Definitely feel like you're bothering them. Anyhow it was a nice night out with my friends but wools have been better if they had some type of concession stand -Zero food or drinks. Joey the kid who showed us what to do was great!! * Updated from a 3 to 1-would be ZERO if they had

Amazing staff! The wreck was so much fun! They had lost of different items to hit from large tvs to shot glasses. The little tee to set up the glass bottles to bat was probably my favorite. We did axe throwing afterwards and they showed us the technique to throw and had some games we could follow to compete against each other. 10/10 would go for my next event!

Went here to just have some fun. I ended up releasing a lot of stress as well. The staff are amazing and attentive. The overall feel of the experience is great. I did the Smashit room where you go smash stuff. They have an arsenal of things to choose from and a lot to smash ?? We ended up extended it to other activities like the plate smash as well as paintball which made me feel like a real huntress ?? I definitely will be back for more activities such as the axe throwing and more Such an amazing expe

Took my family here on Sunday for my son's birthday. They had so many option of things to do. We had such a blast. definitely try them out. They have a rage room, paint ball target shooting, Axe throwing, escape room and plate throwing. Very nice staff, Chris was excellent. Thank you for making awesome memories on a special day.

5 stars Super fun experience! The staff was helpful and made it easy to get the hang of. Great way to do something different with friends. Definitely worth checking out!

Had an amazing time at smash it house! Especially shooting paintballs at the targets. It was so much fun. The staff was nice and friendly. Will definitely be back!

I truly had a wonderful time. My daughter in love treated me. I truly needed this. This place is truly 10/10 Stephanie and her husband gave EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE VERY HELPFUL AND FRIENDLY. I would truly recommend this place. EXCELLENT THERAPY EXCELLENT STRESS RELIEF. Will be returning.

This pass Sunday I had the pleasure of joining my godmother & her sister for a fun afternoon at SmashIt Davie? from the numerous phone calls I made to pick my package until the moment we checked in I felt the warm welcome of the team ?? we started off in the game room while we waited for our appointment time once inside we plugged in our tunes & started crashing out! Oh boy this is such a good stress reliever I'd go back twice a week if I could ??

0/5 stars* "I'm extremely disappointed with my experience at ?Smash It ?We made a reservation and arrived on time, only to be told that our reservation was canceled because we didn't arrive early. The owner was completely inflexible and unprofessional, refusing to accommodate us despite our willingness to adjust our time slot. Total disregard for our time and efforts to support his establishemnt! What's worse, the attitude and lack of empathy were particularly unwelcoming. Given the circumstances, I would

Played the Smashit and Paintball. The Paintball was my favorite and the most fun. Definitely get a work out in the smash room ! Super fun date place !

Rage room was a blast! Seamless check in, when you follow instructions. Owners are super friendly and even brought us water halfway through our session. Can't wait to go back for axe throwing.

Got a chance to stop in with my girlfriend today for 30 minutes of axe throwing. We had such a great time and Chris was such an awesome instructor we ended up booking a full hour. I highly recommend you stop by for a great time.

Took myself and 4 friends for the party package. Had a blast and didn't waste a minute. Worth every penny.

We planned for a rage room but it was fully booked, but Adam (the owner) gave us a deal on the paint ball room and we did 100 balls each for $69. It went by fast and we had fun! We are planning to go back again next time for a date. 10/10!

Came here with the wifey and paid a Valentines day package and it was extremely fun and therapeutic. The owners/employees were great and welcoming and even cracked jokes with us. Would recommend to others and would absolutely do it again

This place was astounding. The service was well appreciated. Stephanie was the person who took care of use and was nice and helpful the whole way from the call til we left. Definitely coming again.

Such a great place! My boyfriend purchased the Valentine?s Day package and it was so much fun. The owners were extremely nice, funny, and helpful. Would definitely come here again. Thank you Stephanie and Adam!

I had an amazing time!!! It's truly a workout. The staff was friendly, the check-in process was simple, and the service was phenomenal!

Had an absolutely wonderful time here with my friends! The staff was amazing with accommodating our party. They assisted in surprising our friend and went along with the whole thing, walking her in blindfolded and all! Not to mention, they had tons of awesome options for items to destroy! 10/10 recommend!

My son and I were looking forward to this experience? We drove for about an hour to get there. Our reservation time was for 1:00 P.M., we walked in at 1:03 P.M. to be told by the woman in the front that they are going to have a Corperate event and will be rescheduling our appointment for another date? Three minutes? The place was completely empty. I don't know if we were racially profiled or they're just simply not interested in making money, but that was the absolute worst customer service experience that

We had a great time! My daughter was there for a birthday party. Watching the kids on the video figure out a plan To smash everything was hysterical. Stephanie was a great host and made sure everyone was engaged. Awe will definitely be back!

Excellent time with the family!! Amazing time axe throwing and now the plates!! Must try activity in Davie!!

?????????? ?The Ultimate Bachelorette Bash!? We came to The Smash!t House for my cousin?s bachelorette party, and it was honestly the highlight of the weekend! From the moment we walked in, the vibe was fun, high-energy, and exactly what we were looking for. ???? The staff was amazing ? super friendly, helpful, and totally into the theme of our celebration. They even hyped us up before we went in to smash things, which made it feel even more epic. We did the ?Mess Your Sh!t Up? package and went full-force

We are a band and we decided to stop in on a day off from tour, and I must say what a great choice! As touring musicians tensions can rise high with us all living on top of each other in a van and this was a great way for all us to get out all our pent up aggression. by the end of the experience we had all forgotten how annoyed we were with each other and went back to being the happy family we are! Thank you Smash!T House Davie for being the perfect activity!

Had a smashin' great time! Incredibly friendly, accommodating, and welcoming staff. Rage room was fun, escape room had a neat vibe to it, paintball target shooting was superb, and the game room/arcade had some pretty good classics. ????

We had an incredible time at this rage room celebrating my hub?s birthday?the Office Space-inspired printer upgrade is a MUST DO! So much fun, and a bit of a workout, while laughing the whole time. Play your music via Bluetooth on an in-room speaker, smash different types of bottles, and enjoy rage therapy!

My boyfriend took me here for Valentine?s Day. They had a special and decorated it so cute on the inside! The owners were extremely friendly and sweet! Had a great time here experience wise and definitely will come back! Highly recommend for a fun thing too so in the area with your friends, family, or significant others!

My family and I came on a Saturday night for a birthday celebration, we had an amazing time. A big thank you to Nick and Stephanie for making it a great experience. From the reservations to the instructions for the activities- everything was wonderful. Both the smash room and the axe throwing were so much fun. 10/10 would definitely recommend, we'll be coming back soon!

Great time with friends! Expected to be sore the next day unless you are used to demolision ?? Very cute place, lots of things to do.

I called 3 times yesterday to reserve an appointment for me and my 4 friends for tonight and they didn't answer once. When i checked all the availability for tonight, they had all the times possible. I tried to call again today and they finally answered and I told STEPHANIE that i was interested to come in tonight with my friends and immediately cut me off, was EXTREMELY RUDE, and said ?well first of all, we don't have anything for tonight.? I did mention that we weren't from florida and we were here for a

Definitely family friendly, perfect place to let some build up anger out. My favorite part of visiting the place was the paint ball session definitely fun especially if you love targeting practice. Lovely staff that is helpful and welcoming throughout the whole process.

This place is definitely what you need if you need to burn of some steam, or if you want to have a cute date night, or fun with some friends. It is a small family owned business so that makes supporting them even more special. I was excited to break things, I mean who wouldn't be? I went with some friends (a group of 4) and upon arrival we signed our waivers, placed our valuables in a locker and was given some protector eyewear and hat. I recommend not wearing a watch especially a smart watch and of course

Stephanie and Adam were absolutely amazing! Very kind, you can tell they really have a lot of passion for their business, we got the Superhero package and we had an absolute blast. Definitely will be making the drive back up to come again very soon.

My jeep club rolled out to Smashit House and enjoyed ourselves to the fullest. Even members who were scared at first actually got into breaking up some things lol. We are planning on coming back to do the other activities like axe throwing, paintball and plate smashing. It's a good Ole time I highly recommend spending sometime to smash it!!

VERY RUDE STAFF. Everyone but 1 person from Our group was there and they were arriving a couple minutes before the 5 minute late policy and we were told we had to reschedule or pick a different activity because they were booked back to back even though there was no one else in sight. We arrived 10 minutes early and was greeted with ?everyone isn't here yet, it's not looking good?I referenced the confirmation text that says ?If you are more than five minutes late we will have to reschedule your session.? Be

Just had a great time at The Smash It House! Difficult to get teen girls smiling these days but this place did the trick. Recommend getting the package that includes the recreation lounge for games and recovery. Owners were accommodating and made our time there special. Thanks for the laughs and the workout!

The fact that this company reviews only show 5 stars or 1 stars is very telling. Especially since they don't respond to the good reviews but take a very condescending tone. Even going as far to tell one person ?we can't be racist? we primarily employ African americans?. Almost sound like ?I can't be racist I have a black neighbor lol Racist people run this place. We paid ahead and showed up 5-10 mins early. While we are filling out the paperwork and getting finalized. The woman manager/owner comes and

If you are looking to relieve some stress The Smashit House is a good place to go. Get a room and just let your anger or rage take over. Best thing is at the end you don't even have to clean. Excellent experience and great service, highly recommended for a small group or a team building exercise.

I saw the one stars, but didn't care. I saw the replies and also didn't care. So I guess, what else could I expect. I decided to call anyway to inquire about pricing. They are short and kind of rude with responses. They also have two numbers listed and called different things under google. If it's your company I would think you would understand the confusion. Definitely wouldn't give them my money after that our exchange, I also definitely understand the unprofessional allegations.

Let me just say this, you have to add this place to your list of favs to visit as a date night, to hang with friends, to come clear your head, to bring the kids from time to time, all of that. We visited SmashIt as a Valentines Day outing and we had so much fun. The entire staff from Hailey to Luis to Vanessa to the owners, everyone was extremely welcoming and made sure that we had a great time. There are quite a few things to choose from from the Smashing room to the axe throwing room with couches to relax

Went out for a mom's night and it was a good time throwing some axes. However, it felt like you were in a married couples home where they were fighting. The owners were rude, and kicked out a friend just because she wrote an honest review. Instead of trying to see what they can do better to improve their business, they yelled at her and kicked her out. Without the customer service issue, the place is pretty neat.

I went with my girls and had a good time. Jonathan, our smash instructor was good and helped us to relieve some true pent up negative energy. We will definitely be back again!

Went for my besties birthday. Knew she could use the release. But, I wasn't expecting myself to let loose like I did! Holy moly, it felt friggin great!! Let out some pinned up emotions and we both left knowing we will be sore tomorrow ?? It was worth every penny! Can't wait to go back. Thank you to Stephanie and the staff for the amazing experience! So organized and very creative set up! From the hair cap under your hard hat, to the array of ?weapons? they really have thought of it all. Thanks again y?all

Best time ever! The paintball was my favorite. Brought my fianc? for his birthday and we had a blast!! Definitely coming back here. They are also super sweet and helpful with everything

Very fun! broke a lot of stuff. Chris and Woody were cool. Next time we will break some plates. Always wanted to see what this place was like. 2 thumbs up!!!

Zero focus on customer experience! Booked a paintball experience based on information on website ($49 for 15-25min), which I reserved for two pp. Called to confirm if shorts were ok and was told yes. Paid for Uber to arrive only to get a call from Stephanie stating that this only 10 min and is an ?add on?. That the booking is meant for rage room experience (no indication on my booking of that) and I would need to pay $20 additional to put on a sleeve. Being misinformed and 2 min away from facility, I f

We had a party of 12 and the place was pretty fun. Before leaving, the owner approached us and offered us their plate smashing activity in exchange for good google reviews. We agreed and began, when out of nowhere the owner approached us in a fit of anger over someone from our party leaving a 3 star review instead of 5, coercing us to change it on the spot, spoiling our good time. I don't normally leave reviews good or bad, but it must be said that the good google reputation must be questioned if this is ho

This place is awesome! The people who own it are real cool people and they have SO MANY different things to do: throwing axes, and knives, arcade games, a pool table, paintball, THE RAGE ROOM, so much to do. Had a great time while I was there. Gonna go back.

Found myself with some unexpected free time in the area. Had never been to anything like this and figured I'd give it a shot. Had no expectations and oddly, had a blast. Who knew destruction could be so much fun? Was by myself but guessing even more fun in a group. If you're in Davie, give it a shot.

If I could leave no stars, I would. Had a reservation of just two, a friend and myself. I had arrived on time, their message states to arrive 15 minutes prior to sign a waiver and get set up, mentions that if you arrive after 5 minutes, you will have to be rescheduled. They also send you a link to sign an e-waiver but the link didn't work for both my friend and I. My friend was arriving 2-4 minutes after the reservation time and had called ahead of time to speak with Stephanie to see what she can do as she

This place is HORRIBLE! The owner was disgustingly rude. She was being rude to her staff as soon as we walked in, degrading them and saying they were ?standing around?. When we arrived we were asked if we signed a waiver, we were unaware if we did and she then stated ?you would know if you did it? and walked away. She then directed us on HOW to do the waiver she so rudely did not explain. During the time we were waiting she rudely greeted another party stating that they were late as soon as they walked thr

Did not get to enjoy what people stated in their reviews. When we walked in the lady was not too friendly to my family and I. Yes my niece was the one who purchased the package and she could not be there due to having babysit. The lady just assumed we were from a group home or from a rehab. Didn't think baby sitting could be an actual baby. Anyway we were willing to repurchase, then she was complaining about us not having time to sign the vouchers. The argument kept going back and forth just taking time a

If you're looking for a unique and exhilarating way to blow off steam, The Smashit House in Davie, Florida, is the perfect spot. Whether you're smashing plates, throwing axes, or tackling their escape rooms, it's a fun and safe environment to let loose. The staff is friendly and ensures you have a memorable experience. Highly recommend for a stress-relieving adventure! #TheSmashitHouse #RageRoomFun #DavieFL #StressRelief #UniqueExperience #AxeThrowing #EscapeRoomAdventure #SmashAndRelax #FunActivities #Gro

This was a great way to release any and all stress. The paintball was my favorite. Will definitely be coming back.

Awesome stress release!! 20 min and ae were sweating from swinging bats...sled hammers...wrenches ...crowbar ect. Owners are super friendly and have created a great space!! Don't miss out on release if some rage! Before and after shots

Loved this place ! Loved their attention to safety! The paintball was the best part for me! Shoot them targets!

I had an incredible time at Axe Hole! From start to finish, the experience was top-notch. The atmosphere was fun, energetic, and perfect for a night out with friends or even a unique date night. A special shoutout to Nick, who went above and beyond to make our visit unforgettable. He was super knowledgeable, patient, and made learning how to throw an axe both fun and easy. His tips helped us hit the target more than we expected! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, Axe Hole is the perfect spot for

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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.”

Are pool tables in arcades still good in this modern age?

Yes, pool tables in arcades remain a fantastic draw in 2025! Games like 8-ball or 9-ball offer tactile, skill-based fun that blends strategy and precision. Modern tables feature smooth felt, responsive cues, and vibrant designs, enhancing the classic experience. Arcades foster a social vibe with casual matches or competitive tournaments, appealing to all skill levels. Unlike digital games, pool’s physicality—lining up shots, feeling the cue’s weight—keeps it timeless.