401 Quarry Rd
San Carlos, California 94070
2541-43 El Camino Real
Redwood City, California 94063
60 E 31st Ave #2044
San Mateo, California 94403
127 1st St
Los Altos, California 94022
273 E Harris Ave
South San Francisco, California 94080
1270-1272 El Camino Real
San Bruno, California 94066
551 Southland Mall
Hayward, California 94545
1285 Linda Mar Shopping Center
Pacifica, California 94044
22380 Foothill Blvd
Hayward, California 94541
22380 Foothill Blvd
Hayward, California 94541
130 Serramonte Center
Daly City, California 94015
2533 Castro Valley Blvd
Castro Valley, California 94546
855 E El Camino Real
Sunnyvale, California 94087
300 Park St
Alameda, California 94501
2925 Mead Ave
Santa Clara, California 95051
19805 Stevens Creek Blvd
Cupertino, California 95014
1650 Holloway Ave
San Francisco, California 94132
532 Barber Ln
Milpitas, California 95035
3252 19th St
San Francisco, California 94110
2200A Market St
San Francisco, California 94114
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San Francisco, California 94116
1199 Jacklin Rd
Milpitas, California 95035
940 Great Mall Dr
Milpitas, California 95035
1767 Waller St
San Francisco, California 94117
767 B Market St
San Francisco, California 94103
616 Divisadero St
San Francisco, California 94117
515 Grant Ave
San Francisco, California 94108
1737 Post St
San Francisco, California 94115
1415 W San Carlos St
San Jose, California 95126
900 North Point St F-201
San Francisco, California 94109
1 Stoneridge Mall Rd B104A
Pleasanton, California 94588
Pier 45
San Francisco, California 94133
2 Beach St
San Francisco, California 94133
460 Lincoln Ave #70
San Jose, California 95126
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Dublin, California 94568
6000 Bollinger Canyon Rd Ste 1103
San Ramon, California 94583
5401 Camden Ave
San Jose, California 95124
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San Jose, California 95111
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San Jose, California 95122
2200 Eastridge Loop STE 4020
San Jose, California 95122
976 Blossom Hill Rd
San Jose, California 95123
5420 Thornwood Dr
San Jose, California 95123
925 Blossom Hill Rd #1594
San Jose, California 95123
925 Blossom Hill Rd
San Jose, California 95123
10016 San Pablo Ave
El Cerrito, California 94530
1420 First St
Livermore, California 94550
1948 Mt Diablo Blvd
Walnut Creek, California 94596
800 Embedded Way
San Jose, California 95138
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.”