About Headquarters Beercade
Headquarters Beercade offers a unique blend of nostalgic arcade games with a family-friendly atmosphere, making it a great venue for parents looking to engage their children in fun activities while enjoying good food and drinks.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Birthday parties and family gatherings.Casual outings with friends or family looking for entertainment.Suitable for children ages 5 and up, as younger kids can enjoy the arcade games.Ideal for teenagers and adults looking for a nostalgic gaming experience.
Why families love it
- Most arcade games are free to play, enhancing value for families on a budget.
- Friendly and accommodating staff create a welcoming environment.
- In-house made pizza dough adds a unique touch to the food offerings.
- Wide selection of well-maintained arcade games.
- Craft beer and unique drink offerings for adults.
- Casual seating options available, though reservations are recommended for larger groups.
Insider tips
- Make a reservation if visiting with a larger group to ensure seating.
- Be prepared for a potential wait for food, especially during busy times.
- Check the menu for hidden service charges before ordering at the bar.
Good to know before you go
- Visiting during peak hours on weekends when the crowd level increases.
- Ordering from the bar without checking for service charges.
- Long wait times for food service reported by some customers.
- Mandatory 20% service charge on bar orders without prior notice, which can lead to confusion and dissatisfaction.
- Crowds
- Can get busy during weekends and special events, leading to longer wait times.
- Value
- Games are mostly free, but food and drink prices can add up. Expect to pay around $24 for three shots plus a mandatory 20% service charge, which can significantly increase your total bill.
- Food
- Food options include pizza and other casual fare, but some items may be overly salty.
- Safety
- Friendly staff who are attentive to customer needs, including charging phones.
What parents say
"It is such a great place and truly great staff. An employee named Kay was there checking ID at the door when we arrived on February 1, 2025. He greeted us with the best smile. He is one of the most friendly, caring and outgoing people I have ever met. Full of joy and smiles and engaged in a GREAT life filling conversation with us. You can tell he truly cares about people and customers. He truly made us feel so welcome and cared for as a customer. Good job hiring such an amazing guy!!!"
a week ago
"We celebrated my niece's birthday there, we all had a great time. Food was delish, the atmosphere was great, and the games brought back nostalgic memories pretty classic, which brought me back to my childhood years. I rated 4 stars on food and service consecutively because, for me, the pizza was a little salty. The service was okay, just the waiting time was a bit longer. Other than that, we all had a great time. Thank you."
6 months ago
"Fun place! They have craft beer on tap and can. They say at the bar "no label beer" I had a bay breeze it was great. We ordered a cheese pizza. It was also good. They said they make the dough in house. So there are these reservation signs on all the tables and couch areas. If you didn't get a reservation for a table then you have 2 options to sit. The bar or by the windows there are tables and chairs that look outside. I honestly felt this place was geared more for bigger groups. Even tho we spent a lot of money there it was just us two so we didn't ask for a table. There is a huge selection "
a year ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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