I really enjoyed the arcade classics and a great choice of fun drinks with pub food classics. I enjoyed playing the ninja turtles and old school pinball options. I found the wings really good along with the sliders .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Liz Ric
MUSIC? out of this world mr nick aka KING OF THE ROOF is the best bartender in town thursday nights at play on the roof are BLISS i love play arcade it’s my safe place 💜
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hayley Frome
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We went to Play Arcade in New Bedford for a friend’s kid’s birthday party and had no idea how much fun it would be! My absolute favorite was the Addams Family pinball game, and the tokens were reasonably priced, which made it easy to just relax and play.
The kids had a blast, and I loved making memories with them. Travis the bartender was hilarious and so good at his job, and the rest of the staff were great too. We happened to catch the Seafood at Sunset event with free seafood pasta from La Rhonda — such a nice touch!
The upstairs deck and swings were the perfect place to chill out, and the music selection was spot-on. The attention to detail with the cassette tape wall and VHS wall was killer. I even tried the Dunkaroo shot, which was a trip!
The food was just as fun as the games — tater tots shaped like Tetris pieces, along with wings, pizza, and more. Pair that with a great beer selection, and it really makes for a night where everyone can enjoy themselves.
Play Arcade is definitely worth the visit — we’ll be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Donna Amado
So much family fun, and amazing food too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Fink
Went on a Sunday afternoon for playing the games after a visit to the whaling museum. Atmosphere is excellent. Really well decorated and themes and art change between areas of the bar. Rooftop patio was super cool. Games were in mediocre condition. Addams family spits out extra balls, it was too dark to see the top of the playfield on super Mario and I could not hear the sound on any of the pinballs. DK had graphic glitches and likely needs ROMs reseated. I know how much work it takes to keep all these games in good working condition. I would describe this place as a bar first with arcade games second, as the conditions were not great, especially when considering its pay to play. Still, super cool vibe, just need some tech support.
Atmosphere: 5
Patrick Walsh
Incredible experience, great drinks and wonderful atmosphere!
Bartenders were attentive and friendly and they incredibly professional all at the same time serving a fully seated bar.
Food arrived quickly, loved the artwork and the design. Plenty of space even for multiple groups to be in the same area without ever making the place feel too crowded.
Will definitely be returning!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan Garlic Knots, Next Level Nachos, Garlic Knots
Alexandra Elizabeth
Vegan options were amazing, the staff was incredibly friendly, the atmosphere was fun. If you are 25 to 55, this is a blast of nostalgia.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan Garlic Knots
Erica Milosh
It’s a pretty good arcade bar. I was looking for certain vintage games (dig dug, centipede). I think I’ll try it again on a weekend night, not a sleepy Sunday afternoon.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 4
Bugalydosh
Update: After owner responded I understand, it could had been better explained and I'm sad we wont be able to enjoy their establishment during our trip.
Previous: Are they shut down? Hours are all "closed" and there's no voicemail saying when they'll be open (or anything at all)
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
A G
Love this place! The atmosphere is great, sometimes too loud. Food is good. Nights are fun. Best things are the beer selection and the affordability. Good price for alcohol, food and the games.
Only thing I would change is how sticky things get. I personally clean every game before playing and table before sitting, but there's a limit to what I can do.
Another awesome birthday party this year for our kid. Kids love it! Parents love it!!!!! Pizza, chicken fingers and Tetris tots are a must. Staff was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tetris Tater Tots
Shawn MacBarron
Super fun being around all the retro gaming theme. Takes you back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aaron Ramos
We had an excellent experience with this well run local establishment for a kid's bday party. I had contacted them and they responded prompty but every time i replied to our email chain the responses went to my wifes email. So I was never able to confirm the date but thought they received all the info. I called them a few days before party and they told me they never received emails. I was so embarrassed but they promised they would make it all work and they sure did. Absolute professionals. They accommodated almost 25 kids and their parents with basically 3 days notice. The food was plentiful and great and atmosphere was perfect for a large group of pre-teens. Thank you to the owners and staff of Play Arcade for an excellent day and would recommend them to anyone who reads this.
This place has the coolest vibe. We've only been there in the early afternoon, so I can't speak to later in the evening, but it's always a good time. The staff is super friendly and just pleasant to be around. I'll keep going back and eating a drinking my way through the menu. Speaking of which, there is a good draft and canned selection of regional beers to try. 10/10 will go again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Christina “Tianny” Camara
Went on a Saturday night and it was a great time. Air hockey, guitar hero,skeeball and basketball and lots of other games to keep the whole family occupied. There's something for everyone! Bring some cash for the game tokens. They do have an ATM on sight. Come thirsty and ready for games and snacks.
I really enjoyed the arcade classics and a great choice of fun drinks with pub food classics. I enjoyed playing the ninja turtles and old school pinball options. I found the wings really good along with the sliders .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
MUSIC? out of this world
mr nick aka KING OF THE ROOF
is the best bartender in town
thursday nights at play on the roof are BLISS
i love play arcade
it’s my safe place 💜
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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We went to Play Arcade in New Bedford for a friend’s kid’s birthday party and had no idea how much fun it would be! My absolute favorite was the Addams Family pinball game, and the tokens were reasonably priced, which made it easy to just relax and play.
The kids had a blast, and I loved making memories with them. Travis the bartender was hilarious and so good at his job, and the rest of the staff were great too. We happened to catch the Seafood at Sunset event with free seafood pasta from La Rhonda — such a nice touch!
The upstairs deck and swings were the perfect place to chill out, and the music selection was spot-on. The attention to detail with the cassette tape wall and VHS wall was killer. I even tried the Dunkaroo shot, which was a trip!
The food was just as fun as the games — tater tots shaped like Tetris pieces, along with wings, pizza, and more. Pair that with a great beer selection, and it really makes for a night where everyone can enjoy themselves.
Play Arcade is definitely worth the visit — we’ll be back for sure!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
So much family fun, and amazing food too!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Went on a Sunday afternoon for playing the games after a visit to the whaling museum.
Atmosphere is excellent. Really well decorated and themes and art change between areas of the bar. Rooftop patio was super cool.
Games were in mediocre condition. Addams family spits out extra balls, it was too dark to see the top of the playfield on super Mario and I could not hear the sound on any of the pinballs. DK had graphic glitches and likely needs ROMs reseated. I know how much work it takes to keep all these games in good working condition. I would describe this place as a bar first with arcade games second, as the conditions were not great, especially when considering its pay to play.
Still, super cool vibe, just need some tech support.
Atmosphere: 5
Incredible experience, great drinks and wonderful atmosphere!
Bartenders were attentive and friendly and they incredibly professional all at the same time serving a fully seated bar.
Food arrived quickly, loved the artwork and the design. Plenty of space even for multiple groups to be in the same area without ever making the place feel too crowded.
Will definitely be returning!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan Garlic Knots, Next Level Nachos, Garlic Knots
Vegan options were amazing, the staff was incredibly friendly, the atmosphere was fun. If you are 25 to 55, this is a blast of nostalgia.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vegan Garlic Knots
It’s a pretty good arcade bar. I was looking for certain vintage games (dig dug, centipede). I think I’ll try it again on a weekend night, not a sleepy Sunday afternoon.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 4
Update: After owner responded I understand, it could had been better explained and I'm sad we wont be able to enjoy their establishment during our trip.
Previous: Are they shut down? Hours are all "closed" and there's no voicemail saying when they'll be open (or anything at all)
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Love this place! The atmosphere is great, sometimes too loud. Food is good. Nights are fun. Best things are the beer selection and the affordability. Good price for alcohol, food and the games.
Only thing I would change is how sticky things get. I personally clean every game before playing and table before sitting, but there's a limit to what I can do.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
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Another awesome birthday party this year for our kid. Kids love it! Parents love it!!!!! Pizza, chicken fingers and Tetris tots are a must. Staff was amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tetris Tater Tots
Super fun being around all the retro gaming theme. Takes you back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had an excellent experience with this well run local establishment for a kid's bday party. I had contacted them and they responded prompty but every time i replied to our email chain the responses went to my wifes email. So I was never able to confirm the date but thought they received all the info. I called them a few days before party and they told me they never received emails. I was so embarrassed but they promised they would make it all work and they sure did. Absolute professionals. They accommodated almost 25 kids and their parents with basically 3 days notice. The food was plentiful and great and atmosphere was perfect for a large group of pre-teens. Thank you to the owners and staff of Play Arcade for an excellent day and would recommend them to anyone who reads this.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Tenders, Tetris Tater Tots, Crash Bandicoot
This place has the coolest vibe. We've only been there in the early afternoon, so I can't speak to later in the evening, but it's always a good time. The staff is super friendly and just pleasant to be around. I'll keep going back and eating a drinking my way through the menu. Speaking of which, there is a good draft and canned selection of regional beers to try. 10/10 will go again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Went on a Saturday night and it was a great time. Air hockey, guitar hero,skeeball and basketball and lots of other games to keep the whole family occupied. There's something for everyone! Bring some cash for the game tokens. They do have an ATM on sight. Come thirsty and ready for games and snacks.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Dunkaroo Shots
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