Boxcar Bar + Arcade

Love that our inner child got to play and the adult could enjoy a drink while playing. Great combination. Clean place. Pinball machines all worked, and I love it. Flogger and Ms Pacman were sensitive joy sticks, which the Pacman machine for 4 players (sit down) blue joy stick would not good down. Only machine that didn't work. Again, overall, great experience. Thank you.

So much fun! I love all the retro games and the drink specials! Tons of retro games, food is available, good drink specials every night. Fun place for a date night! Leave the kids at home, this is definitely a Bar arcade. Paid parking across the street, sometimes you can find free street parking after 6pm, but it can be hard. Bathrooms are relatively clean. Games can be kinda pricey, but $10-20 should be enough for a fun night

This was the best bar I visited on my last trip to Raleigh. It was pretty crowded on Sunday night, but the atmosphere was fantastic. The bar features lots of retro arcade games and pinball machines, along with classics like air hockey, skee-ball, and dome hockey. You need tokens to play, but there's a token machine that accepts both cash and credit cards. The place is pet-friendly and has a great vibe, with fun touches like voice-activated hand dryers and motion detector hand sanitizer dispensers. I recommend sticking to the beers, as the cocktails are a bit watered down. There are plenty of cup holders to keep your drinks safe while you play. This place is perfect for hanging out with friends and having a great time. There's plenty of parking available, including a paid lot nearby, and they accept credit cards.

Not a bad hangout spot! Came out on a date, the drinks were nice and tasty, not too heavy on the alcohol taste which is what we prefer. The game selection isn’t too vast, but there are still a couple of options to choose from, to have fun with an SO or just anybody else in general. I recommend this place for anyone looking to have a drink while playing some chill arcade games.

Boxcar in Raleigh was the perfect spot for a fun day date! We had a blast playing all the nostalgic arcade games—Pac-Man was definitely my favorite. The atmosphere was lively, and the free popcorn was a great touch while we enjoyed the live music outside on the patio. Whether you’re into classic games or just looking for a cool place to hang out, this spot has it all. We’ll definitely be back!