Vault 31 Bar

Vault 31 Bar

Reviews Summary

Vault 31 is a popular gamer bar with a fun, inclusive atmosphere, praised for its creative drinks, themed food, and wide selection of games. Many enjoy the relaxed vibe, friendly staff, and unique decor, though some note long wait times during peak hours and occasional service issues. Food and drink prices are mixed—some find them reasonable, others overpriced. The sugary cocktails and limited food options (especially for dietary restrictions) are minor drawbacks. Overall, it’s a great spot for groups and gaming enthusiasts, with most reviews highlighting its charm despite occasional hiccups.

About This Listing

Has Retro Games
Has Tournaments
Has Consoles
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.*

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.

Features

Has Retro Games
Has Tournaments
Has Consoles
Has Food
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

316 SE 123rd Ave D4

Vancouver, Washington 98683

Hours

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

Customer Reviews

?????????? If you're a gamer and haven't been to Vault 31, what are you even doing with your life? This place is like stepping into a co-op campaign of good vibes, nostalgia, and expertly crafted drinks. From classic gaming consoles to high-end PC setups, it's a nerd?s paradise where you can button-mash your way to happiness. The drink menu? Chef?s kiss. Whoever named these deserves an extra life?drinks like ?Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle? had us ready to start our own Pok?mon journey (or at least c

I love how unique and fun this place is. They have any game console you can imagin3, and just about every game. We came in the afternoon, so it wasn't too busy. We were able to have a table and game to ourselves without waiting. Will definitely be back!

I can't tell you how nice the bartender was! So happy to make me and my friend, really good N/A cocktails! We didn't eat because we didn't really like the menu. That's totally personal, I saw a lot of people eating so..... So it's probably fine! And I couldn't get down with the video game thing. Trust me I know how to play Nintendo. But this bar, on every screen, you see some shooter game. It's a good idea kind of? I definitely didn't hate it.

I didn't have a chance to try the food, but everything else was awesome! Definitely a geek haven, and very tasty and creatively named drinks.

We picked a good time to go since it was not busy. We had our choice of console and game, and no wait for service. The soft drinks are not expensive, but the food and alcoholic drinks definitely add up quickly. The food is ok: I'd recommend the pizza, while the fries and chicken strips were pretty good. The alcoholic drinks were delicious! I had the Donkey Kong Barrel and run & coke. Very LGBT+ friendly! Would love to go again!

Love this place, and will continue to keep coming back. The drinks are super fun (fog of war is my favorite), and the food we got there was pretty good as well. The people that work there are also super friendly and kind, and cant recommend them enough.

One of my favorite spots in town to come grab drinks & food with friends! Plenty of gaming selection for any group to enjoy, the employees are always so kind & upbeat! Was just there recently for a company party & we were able to fit a group of 12 comfortably at 1 large table & all be entertained with board games & fidget toys that they provided there as well! All in all highly recommend Vault 31 for anyone that enjoys a chill atmosphere with your people :)

Staff and food were fantastic! We did get there early and got our orders in fast, but everything came out hot and fresh. The smash burger and fries specifically was really good. They have a great selection of $3-6 mock tails for the DDs or those who just don't drink. For a burger, fries, three mocktails, and an app I paid about $40 before tip. Selection of games is also great! Some of the games that require you unlocking modes in order to play with four players weren't unlocked however, which makes sense, j

Sorry for such a bad review.. but I went here for the first time on my birthday, we arrived as the doors opened and the staff just looked like they hated their lives. No smiles, not even a happy birthday from when they saw my ID. Meanwhile this place only had about 5 other customers so it wasn't busy at all, so there shouldn't have been a reason for terrible service . I felt so uncomfortable here , I didn't even play games just got a drink and left 10 mins later. Please get better staff that actually look l

Great little hidden gem of a bar with a great gamer style aesthetic. Decent food and drinks and has the option of either playing video games for a small fee or a selection board games. Honestly what really sells the place is the overall feel and ambiance of the place. The staff was friendly, the music choice were bangers (props to whoever chose the music the night we came) and when you look around you see little details and things you can find amusing if you are into video games. The food was decent. We w

Adorable little bar with variety of games set up. The bar as well had bunch of toys and a tiny arcade game console. I loved it haha

Former nerd here. Grew up on NES and SNES then switched to PC in my adult years. I take my video games very seriously therefore this is definitely one of the coolest bars I have ever been to and I didn't hesitate to rent one of their PCs so I could game and drink for a few hours in my first visit. I can't wait to go back and will try to make it a Saturday funday to come here on a regular basis as much as I can. A true hidden gem pub for gamer nerds. ??????

Owners are great, food is REALLY good, and the vibes are awesome for birthdays and hangouts with our big group of friends. Smash and Mario kart sessions are awesome at Vault!

Such a fun bar with really enthusiastic staff. The food was unique and good, a wide selection of games, and overall a fun atmosphere. Their stuff is reasonably priced too, with a mocktail menu that's a steal.

Drinks and food always stellar. Bartenders are friendly and prompt service for consoles/games. A local favorite. Gets busy Friday and Saturday evenings so if you want to guarantee a TV to play on I would go early or on a weekday.

Strange place. I'm not a gamer so it was a little confusing to me. Probably better if you are into such things. We went for the Cookie McCakeface cookies which are great.

This place was so cool!!!! Low-key wish I could bring my kids here, but I am so glad it was a place to go kid free. The drinks are great with hilarious names. Same with the food. 10/10 would come back.

The staff were wonderful, and the vibe was great. Unfortunately, the themed drinks weren't that great. I had 3 different themed drinks, (DK Barrel, Warp Pipe and Banana Peel? Something like that) and couldn't finish any of them- neither could the people at my table.. will definitely stick to a crown and coke next time . But will definitely be back!

Nice unique gamer bar. The only downfall is you need to order from the bar, and the line gets really, really long. The people were very nice, service just takes a hit because of the really long lines and wait time. Nothing is worse than wanting a drink, then needing to go stand in a long ass line.

This place was out of this world. Especially since it's located in a humble strip mall, going though a portal to a GAMERS PARADISE. The ambience is amazing, like the coolest gamer den you've ever been in, dark with colorful glowing led lights and gamer memorabilia everywhere. There are multiple screens to actually do live play, and ample table space lit with led candles perfect for DND Type table games. The staff are hip and decked out in gamer aethetic clothes , and we went on a night web a live dj YouTub

Best staff ever make this more than a fantastic bar. If you are a nerd check it out! From food to cocktails to decor, this place is bursting with references. Try the unicorn jizz! What really makes it a fun experience is that there are lots of options to play a variety of games and consoles. There's also a ton of great events! And as I mentioned the staff and owners are truly fantastic.

While the drinks here are excellent and the food is alright, the service here is consistently poor. Video games must be handled completely by staff, but they are annoyed and grouchy if you ask for literally anything after your first set up. We've also been accosted about being inside without ID even if the person isn't drinking and is clearly over 21 and had a drink snatched from us because the staff was upset our group of 7 sent one person up for 2 drinks. We've been twice now and I don't see a reason to g

I absolutely love this place?? And the new backroom is so freaking cute. Board games, consoles and such to play while waiting for your food. And some of the best nerdy drinks ever, definitely my go to place ?? Also, love the staff, so professional and lovely to talk to

Food was good but not super awesome, and the drinks were also good but tasted very overly sugary. Main issue was when we decided to play a game someone picked a single player game while we wanted to chill and watch but they still charged us $5 each for 7 of us for the one single player game. It's a gamer bar but it seems they don't understand most of the games they even own are.

As a Fallout and video game nerd, this is going to be my go-to bar from now on! My office did a happy hour here on Wednesday, and we all had a blast. The bar tenders were very nice and provided great service. Their drinks were fun and delicious. They have a good variety of games. Their pickle pizza was amazing. They also had some card and board games, so we ended up playing cards against humanity while there. I highly recommend checking this place out.

It loses a star only because there weren't many food options for me with being gluten intolerant. Their fries were super tasty though, and the drinks were delicious! All the menu items were vidya game themed and that was fun to read through. The vidya game selection itself was spectacular! Me and the cute date had a blast munching our "girl dinners," playing Street Fighter VI, Mario Kart 8, and Warioware: Get it Together!

I love this place. I was in town for a month at the end of 2023 and I was a little nervous to go in, but did it anyway. The staff here made me feel at home. I'll be back for a week this month and am looking forward to visiting my favorite Vancouver spot! The food is greasy and oh so good! I got recommendations on video games to purchase to play at home and the best part is I got to try out as many games as I wanted for $5/day. I recommend checking out the website for current game selections, hours/event c

This place is great for a retro gamer. Consoles at every table. PC's to rent. Pay one price for entire day (with food purchase). Great and friendly service! Have a separate area for families (minors). Drinks are cheap. WIll definitely go again!! Check this out!!

Awesome place! Plenty of tasty drinks on the menu, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. The staff are very friendly and welcoming. This place is totally gamer-themed and you can play all sorts of games while hanging out here for a single fee. The burger was good as well! Will definitely be bringing some friends here.

This place is awesome. The drinks are great, the service is personable, and the environment is amazing. I'm a big gaming nerd, so having a bar that captures all my favorite games themes in one place. Definitely check it out if you are in town!

This bar has hands down one of the worst attitudes. I would like you to look at some of these reviews and how the owner responds. It's like an angsty teenager, defensive and childish instead of being receptive of what their customers (who spend their hard earned money at this establishment) are saying. I genuinely don't know many business that have this type of attitude. Absolutely no customer service training whatsoever. (Besides the girl black hair, she was great) The place itself is a cool idea, it's j

I'm pretty introverted and this bar made me feel pretty comfy. Everyone is super nice! It's neat to have a space dedicated to gaming that's super inclusive as well. I'm definitely planning on visiting more in the future

5/5 ????? Rating! Vault 31 offers the perfect layout, vibe and rockin' customer service to guarantee an excellent gamers' night out! Last night was the League of Legends Watch Party @ this unique video game bar! ?? ?????? We were able to play the old SNES System "Super Mario World" game, and tried "Kirby". Vault 31 offers their own in-house wood-fired pizzas! The owners here make their very own dough, AND sauce! Last night I tried the "Pickle Rick" pizza! Surprisingly delicious. Composed of red sauce, p

A unique video game bar! Vault 31 is different compared to other video game bars as they are mostly console-based instead of arcade games. They have various consoles such as SNES, Playstation, XBOX, and Switch. There are tables and seats for groups and I suggest to reserve them because they're pretty limited when it comes to those spots. I think they're also limited when it comes to the older consoles (e.g. Nintendos and Segas). There are also monitors/TV screens right at the bar which you can play on. Staf

For a bar that says it's welcome to all it's rather ironic that the bartenders are so incredibly cold. I had a great time except for each time I went to order as I was met with bartenders who very much seemed like they would rather be anywhere else even during a slow night . The drinks were delicious and the food was great but I don't think I'll return.

This bar is 100% video game themed, and they've pulled it off excellently! It seemed like every generation's video game culture is represented here, including mine. I was pleased with the service, and the pizza was fantastic! It was quite crowded when I went, and my friends and I were stuck sitting at the bar right by the front door, which was not ideal. I'm looking forward to going to Vault 31 again and having another great time with friends! ????????

Great bar Great prices very reasonable played 2 hours Great fun place for adults

Great experience. Playing Quake 3 brought me way back! The food was. good, the location had plenty of parking. I wish they were open earlier than 6 pm. the games were awesome. Lots to choose from, good seating Accessible for wheelchairs. Can't wait to go back :)

Pros: Relaxed vibe with lots of options for entertaining groups of people, vegan meal option, reasonably priced food and drinks Cons: Out of the way, dark ambience, not much food selection in general Went during non-peak hours. Very relaxed gamer hub, has a plethora of board and card games for patrons to play, and around 6 TV's for patrons to play video games on. The video game selection is wide, though I expect difficult to get a monitor when this place is busy. Drinks were around $5.50 for a pint, $8-$1

Went here with some friends and had a blast! Great food, amazing and creative drinks, good service, and tons of fun games! I highly recommend checking it out.

Very welcoming and nice! I love the pizza and drinks of all kinds. I love how they have a non alcoholic menu for those who are designated drivers! ?? relaxed and calmed atmosphere!

Visited this bar once a few weeks ago. The weather was super hot during a heat wave so they kept the menu limited to pizza and things that didn't require a cook top. Understandable. We ordered a few different cocktails and cbd seltzers while playing some games on the couch. Super chill atmosphere and helpful staff. We came at the right time, because the couches can get taken quickly. They are usually reserved for a party of 3 or more. I will visit again someday! We had a great time

Fantastic drinks loved the decor, great bartenders with advice on drinks and respect for all that's gaming, what more could you want, I haven't tried their coffee yet but I will give it a go around next time, but their drinks were absolutely on point for the theme of their names in particular to what they were mixed with

Five stars all across the board, I've had plenty of bar experiences and other video game experiences but never quite at the same time. Vault 31 offers a different experience for introverts to get out an extrovert with each other lol. Ps: don't be the one that gets the asshole tax

Bartender didn't seem happy to be there.(man) Kinda cold. But being able to play games was awesome. I've been here before and had same experience

I absolutely love Vault 31! Their food is consistently great, they have creative drinks, and the staff is always so friendly. Do yourself a favor and try the Pickle Rick pizza. It's awesome! Keep being amazing, Vault 31 staff!

Super chill fun environment, snacks are great and the service is always great! Very friendly and entertaining.

TLDR; cool atmosphere, bad service Came in with a group of around 10 which is a lot for a small bar. We tried to move a table which they weren't ok with, totally understandable and not an issue. One of the staff came over and scolded us for coming in with so many people, insisted we each pay a $5 cover and refused to put it on our individual tabs. Why he felt like being a tool and causing a scene was a good idea I don't know, but I hope the $5 cover was worthwhile.

About time Vancouver got their own gamer bar! All kinds of games and platforms to choose from, fun drinks and good foods. Easy place to hang out and enjoy your self and friends.

If you are a gamer, then you'll understand all the references. If you aren't a gamer, then the vibe is very relaxed and fun. All are welcomed, and it is a very neutral setting. Food is good and pretty large portioned. Drinks are unique. They also carry CBD soft drinks, which are definitely worth a try!

It's literally my favorite place to go with friends. Amazing drinks, everyone on staff is super friendly, and it's the one bar I've been to where I can actually strike up an enjoyable conversation with random people.

Edit** The diminutive bar owner who probably isn't even 6' made me show them my ID even though I'm 75 years old, how RUDE! How dare he enforce things like THE LAW when my convenience isn't even considered?? This place is so amazing, super fun to go watch eSports and eat sandwiches and drink some beer. The staff are the friendliest people you could ever meet, genuinely good people. I cant wait til the smash burgers come, im actually starving. Order your cookies baked 10 min, it will send you to heaven. 10/1

Wonderful vibe and very inclusive space. The bartender/manager, Kate, was lovely about making me a custom drink based on what I described that I liked for flavors. Our entire group loved the drink so much, she wrote down the recipe for it and we made it at home last week. I'll be returning soon for my birthday :D Update 11/21/21: went again with friends and they ended up paying my tab for me because I donated my unused PS3. These people are amazing, please go here!

Was absolutely amazing and fun to be at with a more gamercentric vibe and attitude. The decor is awesome and filled with video game stuff and more. There is couches to game on and a bar to game at! The drinks are freaking spectacular!! Things are reasonably priced. Truly a hidden gem in this town.

Great atmosphere. Excellent customer service. Great place to go on a first date! We had an amazing time. Definitely will be going back.

Love the theme, the bathrooms were adorable, and didn't have a drink I hated. Food was just ok but was filling! --- Nuka cola quantum ????? - it glows! - love the orange juice and carbonation - does not taste alcoholic Nuka cola ???? - good if you like coke ??Gen 1 starter Squirtle ????? - it has Baja blast and is delicious - did not taste alcoholic - tastes like what you look like It's high noon ?? - good , was nutty - wouldnt reorder Mana potion ?? - ironically too alcohol forward to me, but would

Amazing service, wonderful atmosphere - this place is so much fun! Drinks are sooooo tasty and creative! I personally suck at video games, but it was so rewarding to watch my husband and his sister kick butt at Mario Superstars!

Super fun staff make really good drinks here. I tried the Donkey Kong Barrel and the Spark Mandrill (pictured, sans energy drink) -- both were so good. When I chatted with the bartenders, they said they try to buy locally made liquors when at all possible. Great spot to hang out with friends and play Mario Kart.

I was recommended this place by a coworker; was told it was a dorky little bar where they have, ?every game system you could imagine?. Boy was I in for a treat the moment I had walked in. The overall atmosphere is super dorky, and gamer vibes, the food was pretty good too if I do say so myself. You can tell who the regulars are real quick as they might invite you to a drink if they find out you're a first timer. Only real thing I would suggest for their staff is to maybe practice being a bit more chatty wi

DJ'd in lot out front, was fun, met a couple awesome folks and didn't get bothered till security found me @ 11:30pm

This place has some banger food. I swear on my life even their tequila drinks taste like it was crafted by God itself. Their drinks barely even taste like alcohol but be careful because I only had 1 shot of Portal Fluid and a Charmander mixed drink and was smashed. The bartenders were so friendly and sweet! Their game selection is on point, and they had amazing music throughout the entire night. 10000/10 my boyfriend and our friend will definitely be coming back.

Good choice of video games from almost any console. You can play right at the bar or on one of there couchs. Had a PB&J pizza with bacon. Was actually pretty nummy. Staff did a good job at helping us out and friendly to talk to.

Went for the first time this past week. Fun atmosphere, great way to spend a weekday night. Must stop for gamers.

Love love love Vault 31. Owners are impeccable one of a kind people and am so happy for their continued success. Food, drinks, all of it is top tier. Worth every single penny. Will be making this my go to bar.

Fantastic place to meet up and hang out with friends. Not too expensive for drinks and food, staff is friendly and atmosphere is fantastic.

Cool place drinks taste good but very small. The picture shows two Leroy Jenkins drinks as they were served. Not the same amount in the glasses let alone an actual drink? We paid $22 for THAT! Disappointed to say the least.

One of a kind gaming and nerd culture themed bar! Mixed drinks were hilariously named and tasted great (health and mana potions were 2 that I recall). The quesadilla and corndogs were delicious (loved that the quesadilla has jalapenos in it and was spicy). They have hilarious nerd references and tributes everywhere. Tons of trivia nights. Board games and game consoles available for play. I saw egames streaming on one screen. A friendly staff. My only critique was that the bathrooms were themed but could hav

fantastic! i really enjoyed my time here. good atmosphere and vibes, yummy cocktails and food, fun games and friendly staff. 10/10, would visit again.

Not my jive but it appears to be a gamers paradise. Good for a group

The staff are wonderful people and always make me feel so welcome when I walk in! Huge game selection, fun food and drink options. The best nerd hangout in Vancouver!

Delightfully gamer themed drinks complete with matching glassware. The drinks taste great too! There's lots of party games to play as well as video games. A very welcoming environment, it is a fantastic place to spend an evening with friends!

Vault 31 is an amazing and inclusive atmosphere! Their food is delicious and affordable. Each drink has a unique name and great taste. They host so many fun and unique to any other bar events. Support this local small business and you won't regret it!

Fun place, great vibe. The staff can be a little short with you(sometimes a lot is going on), and the regulars / groups can be a little loud or have an overpowered presence. Food is okay, house drinks are a little too pricey - but still fun. Great selection on the shelf and on tap

TLDR: Food was good, prices a bit high but not astronomical, game library surprisingly extensive, and the staff are awesome, but it's very, VERY loud, so be warned if you have audio issues of any sort. Went for the first time for Valentines Day (which was Halloween 2, kinda cool) with my partner. It was fun, the decor is awesome, everyone was super friendly and helpful, and the burger and fries were great if a bit expensive. I was expecting the price since it's a bar, not a restaurant, but was surprised at

Pretty cool hangout for patrons who love all things gaming. Even for someone like myself who doesn't, I found it comforting and would have a great time hanging out, having a drink, and watching others challenge each other. Had one of the pizzas on their menu and it was ok, nothing fancy. My wife had one of their signature drinks, but wasn't impressed, although the prices were very affordable. I would definitely visit Vault 31 again, maybe this time on a Friday night when there's more people. I would definit

Wanted to put an up to date review, I've been here quite regularly, about once a month sometimes more. Usually to catch up with a close friend of mine but also befriended some of the staff and regulars too. Decently priced food, I wish there were more gluten free options aside from a lettuce wrapped burger but that's about it. Drinks aren't too spendy either, have a good selection of beer and cider, although I usually just have a mixed drink and a cider mostly. Also have CBD sodas as well too. One of the

Great food and drinks. Had the Fire Temple and Piranha plant pizzas, along with the mozzarella sticks. Very enjoyable. If you like bars where you can hold a conversation without having to yell, this is the place.

This place is epic! The atmosphere is awesome and the gaming theme is incredible. If you are a gamer or even a novice you will definitely find vault 31 worth it. Their food is also incredible, we had the best grilled cheese sandwich ever!! And their drinks are top notch and so yummy ?? I can't say enough about Kelly their bartender, she's absolutely awesome and will really make your evening wonderful. So go try this place... It's a 5 Star ? plus

My wife and I found this place and it quickly became our favorite! The owners are behind the bar working hard just like their amazing staff. We (and everyone else) are always welcomed in with a big smiles. The food and drinks are great and it an amazing space for LGBTQIA+ people. We noticed they were closed once in the summer when it was over 100 degrees so their kitchen staff didn't have to sweat it out in the hot kitchen; seeing a small business take care of their employees made us want to support them ev

The concept of this place is wonderful, and I could see myself coming back for food and beer. However, I would never order the cocktails again as the vast majority are very sugary containing red bull or mountain dew which isn't really my thing, plus they were quite pricy. I'll visit again and do some actual gaming next time though. Overall, a cool place!

The vibe in here is GREAT! The staff are fun and attentive. The games range from old school to new school and it's unlimited play for $5. Drinks are a little pricey, but they're delicious and creative. The pizza is exceptional and they always have little daily specials! Great place

This place is amazing! Lots of nerd memorabilia, lots of games to play (both of the video and board variety), and signature cocktails inspired by- you guessed it- video games. This place is usually pretty busy but not so bad you can't get a drink or food order in. Rotating tap of local brews, too. I recommend going with a group so you can fully enjoy what they have to offer, but if you just wanna go in for a drink after work and watch a GDQ stream, well, they gotcha covered, too! Oh, also, VERY inclusive. I

Great staff, tasty (and well priced) drinks and cool video game decor. The vibe is nice and mellow. They have all sorts of gaming options (Xbox, Game Cube, PS4, SNES, N64), and will eventually have a patio. I'll definitely be returning.

Was fun, however expect to struggle to find a spot to stand/sit. Expect to stand in line or try to flag down a bartender to get a drink for a hour. And expect your drink to be $10 to $13 each. Food was good but again over priced I can't justify $12 for 6 mozzarella sticks. Also expect alot of men in dresses.

Nice relaxing place. Music isn't too loud. It's a great place to grab a bite and play some games.

The drinks? Fabulous and very reasonably priced. The food? Ugh don't get me started on the pizza, I crave it a few times a week. But by far my favorite element to this bar is the staff. Everyone is extremely friendly and when we come in it's like chatting with friends. The owners also care about their employees a lot, which feels rare these days. Not to mention they have Xbox game passes on their computers and you can find old and new games on there. They have all sorts of consoles you can rent out and play

Everything there was amazing. The staff were so nice helping us when we accidentally turned off our console somehow. The Lylat system pub fries are sooo good, it is a must to get them. Definitely a new place for my friends and I in the future!!!

Great atmosphere. Good food and drinks. Fun 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.”

Are retro games in arcades still good in this modern age?

Absolutely, retro games in arcades remain a thrilling draw in 2025! Classics like Pac-Man, Space Invaders, and Street Fighter II offer simple yet addictive gameplay, blending nostalgia with timeless challenge. Modern arcade cabinets often feature crisp displays and restored controls, enhancing the experience. These games thrive on quick reflexes and strategy, with vibrant pixel art and iconic soundtracks that spark joy. Arcades host tournaments and leaderboards, fostering a lively community. While modern games dominate, retro titles provide a unique, accessible thrill that keeps arcades buzzing.