Arcadia - Portland, Me

504 Congress St, Portland
(207) 747-4958

Recent Reviews

Erik Jackson

Have yet to try the food, but the atmosphere and machines are awesome!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Mocktails

Rinatkaa

I've been to many places like this. Everywhere else they'd charge $5 entry and the games are free. Had a good time nonetheless

Douglas Gordon

This place looks cool. I’m going and going soon. Will do a full review at that time.

Atmosphere: 5

bludog76

Doctor Who always drains my balls.

Dom Ramos

I recently had the pleasure of visiting this incredible arcade bar that truly exceeded all of my expectations. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted by the lively atmosphere filled with the sounds of vintage arcade games and the aroma of freshly baked pizza.The first thing that caught my attention was the fantastic selection of vintage arcade games, from classic favorites to rare gems that I had never seen before. The nostalgia hit me instantly, and I found myself lost in a world of pixelated adventures and high scores.But what truly set this arcade bar apart was the exceptional service provided by Brandyn and the rest of the bar staff. Brandyn's enthusiasm and knowledge about the games added an extra layer of enjoyment to my experience. His friendly demeanor and willingness to help made me feel right at home.And let's not forget about the pizza! The cheesy slices of heaven were the perfect fuel for my gaming sessions, and I couldn't get enough of them. The combination of delicious food, vintage games, and great company made this place a true hidden gem.Overall, this arcade bar is a must-visit for anyone looking for a fun and memorable night out. Whether you're a gaming enthusiast, a pizza lover, or just looking for a good time, this place has something for everyone. And with staff members like Brandyn going above and beyond to make your experience special, you'll leave with a smile on your face and memories that will last a lifetime.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ranger Dodd

Super friendly bartenders and staff. Many vintage arcade and pinball machines to choose from. Great place to spend a few hours in the evening!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Justin Richards

Great adult hangout with retro games and a fun cocktail menu. There are 2 floors of fun and music bumping throughout.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Jonathan Quintanilla

This place is amazing! I’ve been to a variety of barcades in NY and TX, but this is my favorite one by far. Drinks are delicious and well priced and very fun games to play! I ordered a cheese pizza to fill that midnight food craving and it hit the spot, yum!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Angela Quirion

I've never actually had the food here so I can't really say much about it, but the drinks are phenomenal! They are a bit pricey, but you pay a little more for something that's really nice!The staff are really helpful.Did you know there are two floors? I just discovered that there are two floors to this place and I am super happy to realize that one of my favorite spots in Portland is double the size I originally thought it was.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cocoa4L

Had a lot of fun here for a night out with my boyfriend while visiting from Orlando Florida. We have arcades in Florida too but u was pretty hype about the guitar hero game !!! Thank

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Ken D.

Fun fun fun. Play some Joust or even some spy hunter while you drink great cocktails. Or play skeeball with while sipping on your favorite beer. Such a great place to feel like a teenager again.

Tia X

Appreciated the non-alcoholic menu and the great service. Been one of my favorite spots to visit when in Portland and never disappoints.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Rachel O.

There are so many ways that an arcade bar can go wrong - But Arcadia really said "hold my beer" & did it all right. - Games: Varied, fun, & mostly affordable. Some of the machines were out-of-order, some ate our quarters, & some cost more than we thought was necessary ($2 for one song on Guitar Hero?) but nonetheless, still a win. $20 in quarters sustained us for a whole night of gaming. - Music/acoustics: Hip, dancey, but spacious music at a consistent 120-130 BPM. When I say spacious, I mean the opposite of noisy. This makes such a difference when the ceilings are 20+ feet tall & you're essentially in one giant room packed with people & games that are beeping & dinging & screeching & bonking. A space like this could EASILY be overstimulating & yet somehow, I remained calm & totally content for multiple hours. The music has so much to do with that. Someone at Arcadia really thought that one through - PROPS! - Bar: Fun & N/A inclusive. I enjoyed both a regular cocktail & a mocktail & was very fond of both. I noticed they press their own juices. Cool! Most folks were polite about sharing the love with all the games, but I noticed that some things were much more competitive. We never got a chance to play Mario Kart or Mortal Combat which was a bit of a bummer. Is there a solution to this? I'm not sure. Anyways, that's all for now. I'm going to find a secondhand skeeball machine for sale & try to move it into my 700 square foot home.

David Gaudette

Very nice place with a lot of games! Perfect place to be young (or feel old) any day of the week in Portland.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Merrill P.

Watch the overcharges on tips and drinks added to your bill. Always ask to see the final billing statement before you leave, or prepare to be surprised when your credit card statement comes in.

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