Boxcar Bar + Arcade
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Variety of games at a cheap price! Usually $1 a game
Love, love, love this place! Lots of game options with fair token prices, and excellent drinks. The bartenders were friendly and just outright awesome. I had the best time here while visiting the Raleigh/Garner area
Boxcar Bar + Arcade stands as the definitive crown jewel of Raleigh’s late-night entertainment landscape, masterfully engineered to bridge the gap between high-energy social lounge and pure retro-gaming nirvana. What elevates this space into an absolute powerhouse of downtown nightlife isn’t just the massive footprint, but the flawless, high-octane orchestration of its dual concept.
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Hours
| Monday | 4PM - 1AM |
| Tuesday | 4PM - 1AM |
| Wednesday | 4PM - 1AM |
| Thursday | 4PM - 1AM |
| Friday | 12PM - 2AM |
| Saturday | 12PM - 2AM |
| Sunday | 12PM - 12AM |
Boxcar Bar + Arcade offers a lively and fun environment with a variety of arcade games, including pinball machines, skeeball, air hockey, and arcade basketball hoops. The space is popular with friends, families, kids, and even dogs, making it a great place to hang out for a drink or enjoy some activities. The staff is friendly and constantly adding new pinball machines and games, so each visit feels fresh and exciting. The bar features daily drink specials, with Sunday mimosas being a favorite, and often hosts live music on Sundays. After certain hours, only adults are allowed in, creating a more mature atmosphere. Visitors have praised the reasonably priced drinks, such as Guinness, which has been described as very smooth, and the overall experience as reminiscent of 90's teen gamer days. The arcade includes a wide range of games like ski ball, claw machines (where a player once won four rubber ducks in a row), and newer games, providing plenty of options for fun. Although finding unoccupied games can be challenging on busy nights, the relaxed environment and friendly service make it a memorable spot. Parking can be tricky after 6 pm, so arriving early is recommended. Overall, it’s a great place to relax, play games, and have a good time, with a nostalgic vibe that transports guests back to earlier decades.