About Recbar
Recbar offers a nostalgic arcade experience with a strong focus on classic games and a family-friendly atmosphere. It's a great spot for parents and kids to enjoy a mix of arcade games, pinball machines, and a casual dining experience.
What parents should know
Summarized from real visitor reviews.
Best for: Family outings after sports events or during weekendsCasual hangouts with friends and familyNostalgic gaming experiences for adultsFamilies with children of all ages, especially those who enjoy retro gamesAdults looking for a nostalgic gaming experience
Why families love it
- Extensive selection of 80's and 90's arcade games and pinball machines
- Friendly and helpful staff
- No games reported as 'out of order'
- Spacious dining area with plenty of seating
- Good food quality with an elevated bar menu
- Pinball tournaments and leagues for enthusiasts
Insider tips
- Consider visiting during off-peak hours to avoid long wait times
- Check for pinball tournaments if your family enjoys competitive play
- Purchase tokens at the bar for faster service
Good to know before you go
- Busy evenings, especially weekends, if you have a large party
- Times when trivia or special events are happening, as they may lead to longer wait times
- Inconsistent service, particularly during busy times
- Rude behavior reported from hostess and management
- Long wait times for large parties without clear communication
- Crowds
- Busy on weekends and evenings, especially after local events
- Value
- Tokens are required for games, but pricing specifics were not detailed. Expect a typical elevated bar menu pricing for food. Good value for families looking for entertainment and dining in one location.
- Food
- Food and drink service available, with a focus on burgers and casual dining
- Safety
- Well-managed facility with all games operational
What parents say
"Looks can be deceiving. Poorly lit from the outside not really inviting at a glance. Exactly what it should be inside - a really great time. Staff from entrance to exit were friendly and helpful. Place was packed on a Sunday evening, mostly couples and families, some kids. Tons of space for eating. So many games that you don't really have to wait long to get something you want or to go to another choice. All the 80's and 90's classics and the standard skill games. Would be great for an afternoon or evening hang. This is a great alternative to the slick challenge arcades and high end mall enter"
3 months ago
"Recbar is a great place to go if you want to play some old school arcade machines and pinball. There are as many pinball machines as actual arcade machines, so definitely a place to visit if you love pinball. Recbar even has tournaments and/or leagues. They also have one of my favorite games, Ice Cold Beer! I mean an actually game, not actual beer but they do have that as well lol. The food is good, I really enjoyed the burger I got. Service is very good and quick. Pro tip, they have a token machine but they will also exchange for money for tokens at the bar as well."
4 months ago
"The food was okay, about what you would expect from an elevated bar menu. The dish names are original. But we didn't come for 5 star food. We came for the tons of pinball games. The service was good and the drinks were poured stiff."
4 months ago
Reviews sourced from public Google data.
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