2533 Castro Valley Blvd
Castro Valley, California 94546
22380 Foothill Blvd
Hayward, California 94541
22380 Foothill Blvd
Hayward, California 94541
551 Southland Mall
Hayward, California 94545
6000 Bollinger Canyon Rd Ste 1103
San Ramon, California 94583
7871 Amador Valley Blvd
Dublin, California 94568
1 Stoneridge Mall Rd B104A
Pleasanton, California 94588
300 Park St
Alameda, California 94501
1948 Mt Diablo Blvd
Walnut Creek, California 94596
401 Quarry Rd
San Carlos, California 94070
1420 First St
Livermore, California 94550
60 E 31st Ave #2044
San Mateo, California 94403
2541-43 El Camino Real
Redwood City, California 94063
1033 Shary Cir
Concord, California 94518
1073 Shary Cir # B
Concord, California 94518
273 E Harris Ave
South San Francisco, California 94080
Suite:F, 6200 Center St
Clayton, CA 94517
10016 San Pablo Ave
El Cerrito, California 94530
185 Sun Valley Mall
Concord, California 94520
4607 Clayton Rd
Concord, California 94521
767 B Market St
San Francisco, California 94103
2075 Diamond Blvd Ste. H180
Concord, California 94520
3252 19th St
San Francisco, California 94110
515 Grant Ave
San Francisco, California 94108
1270-1272 El Camino Real
San Bruno, California 94066
2347 Willow Pass Rd
Concord, California 94520
2 Beach St
San Francisco, California 94133
2200A Market St
San Francisco, California 94114
Pier 45
San Francisco, California 94133
6538 Patterson Pass Rd
Livermore, California 94550
1737 Post St
San Francisco, California 94115
900 North Point St F-201
San Francisco, California 94109
616 Divisadero St
San Francisco, California 94117
1199 Jacklin Rd
Milpitas, California 95035
1767 Waller St
San Francisco, California 94117
532 Barber Ln
Milpitas, California 95035
130 Serramonte Center
Daly City, California 94015
1650 Holloway Ave
San Francisco, California 94132
940 Great Mall Dr
Milpitas, California 95035
701 Escobar St C
Martinez, California 94553
1533 Taraval St
San Francisco, California 94116
127 1st St
Los Altos, California 94022
2925 Mead Ave
Santa Clara, California 95051
1580 Pinole Valley Rd
Pinole, California 94564
855 E El Camino Real
Sunnyvale, California 94087
1285 Linda Mar Shopping Center
Pacifica, California 94044
5000 Balfour Rd
Brentwood, California 94513
19805 Stevens Creek Blvd
Cupertino, California 95014
1415 W San Carlos St
San Jose, California 95126
460 Lincoln Ave #70
San Jose, California 95126
2085 Solano Ave
Vallejo, California 94590
75 Bellam Blvd Suite H
San Rafael, California 94901
Behind Peet's Coffee, 279 Bon Air Center
Greenbrae, California 94904
586 Magnolia Ave
Larkspur, California 94939
2200 Eastridge Loop STE 4020
San Jose, California 95122
2200 Eastridge Loop Suite 2094
San Jose, California 95122
1137 4th St
San Rafael, California 94901
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.”