Old school arcade games and pinball machines plus alcohol is a winning combination. 10/10
Steve Daniels
more clubs than I can count, but this is hands down the best one I’ve ever visited. I was in Providence for a four-day weekend attending a flight simming convention, and a group of about eight of us decided to check this place out.
The cover charge was super cheap, around twelve dollars if I remember right, and the drinks were strong and reasonably priced. The bar had a full selection and a long list of creative, delicious cocktails. The Terminator was my personal favorite, packed with flavor and definitely worth trying.
But the real star of the show is the arcade. The variety blew me away. Everywhere you looked there was something different and exciting to play. They had old-school classics like Pac-Man and Galaga, intense fighters like Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat, racing games that make you feel like you’re tearing up a track, shooters with light guns, air hockey tables, skee-ball, basketball hoops, a whole row of pinball machines, and multiple Dance Dance Revolution games. It felt like stepping into the ultimate arcade fantasy, and the best part is it’s all free and unlimited once you’re inside. I could have spent the whole night just exploring all the machines.
Then we discovered a huge outdoor patio buzzing with people taking turns singing karaoke on stage. The energy was amazing, and everyone was cheering each other on.
And just when we thought it couldn’t get better, we went upstairs and found another full bar and a dance floor where literally everyone was moving. No one was standing around trying to look cool. People were actually dancing, smiling, and just having fun. We danced for about three hours straight without stopping because the DJ was dropping one incredible track after another.
I can’t recommend this place enough. It’s a blast from start to finish, and if you’re anywhere near Providence, you absolutely have to check it out. You will have an unforgettable time.
Kathryn Sheehan
Great time. Not too expensive. Your cover change covers all the arcade games. Good selection of games
Ecofy life
Ms. PacMan, Dance Dance Revolution, Pinball, and more to enjoy at the Free Play Bar Arcade. 21+ and a great value of $8 on a Friday at 6:30pm to play to our hearts content. Adult beverages and some games make for a great date night or group outing. We played for a couple hours before heading out to another location. Anyone who has grown up playing these games or wants to try them out should hit up Free Play Bar Arcade in Providence!
Krass McWriter
Absolutely wonderful selection of games and good drinks. However the music is played at club volumes which makes talk difficult, and there's not really anywhere good to sit for a moment if for some reason you do order the pizza on offer or just need to recuperate between rounds of Skeeball and Time Crisis 4.
Scott
Lots of nostalgic games I used to play as a kid back in the day. 🙂
Nick Robbins
I highly recommend this place if your looking for something do over the weekend especially the weird weather thats been going on lately its been a great place to hang out they got a good selection of pinball machines and classic arcade games that you know and love like donkey kong,pac man etc and I find it awsome to be able to play what you want as many hours as you want until they close.
Sue Demko
great game selection but unfortunately corrupt management. rampant sexual harassment and discrimination by staff.
Cat
I love that the entry fee of $10ish covers all of the games! They have both older and newer games, so there’s plenty of options for multiple age groups. It’s mostly a college / young adult scene, though. There’s a bar upstairs & a smoking area outside. If you wanna get a taste of each game or play something specific, probably best not to come on a Friday or Sat night as it’s VERY crowded. The music is deafeningly loud at times. The women’s bathroom was relatively clean, just with very small stalls. Street parking is hard to find.
The games were awesome. However the last time we went was in the middle of summer... And they don't have any air conditioning.... I hope they update that for this upcoming summer.
Edge The Sketch
Went here for a pal's birthday recently and it was awesome! I especially loved the huge amount of rhythm games and the fact they had a designated smoke area that was sheltered from the weather. Only visited the restroom once but it was very clean!
aileen rivera
Had a blast with family, food, drinks, vintage video games and a live band! What more could you ask for?
K F
Overwhelming, but in a good way. The bar helps. Patrons are a mixed demographic, mostly college age. Tons of games. Great pinball, classic arcade, and shooting games. You will be searched at the door and jackets/bags must be put in coat check. $12 to enter, $2 per checked item.
Carmen Wilburn
awesome platform fast friendly customer service and easy deposit and cash out
Hell yeah pinball
Old school arcade games and pinball machines plus alcohol is a winning combination. 10/10
more clubs than I can count, but this is hands down the best one I’ve ever visited. I was in Providence for a four-day weekend attending a flight simming convention, and a group of about eight of us decided to check this place out.
The cover charge was super cheap, around twelve dollars if I remember right, and the drinks were strong and reasonably priced. The bar had a full selection and a long list of creative, delicious cocktails. The Terminator was my personal favorite, packed with flavor and definitely worth trying.
But the real star of the show is the arcade. The variety blew me away. Everywhere you looked there was something different and exciting to play. They had old-school classics like Pac-Man and Galaga, intense fighters like Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat, racing games that make you feel like you’re tearing up a track, shooters with light guns, air hockey tables, skee-ball, basketball hoops, a whole row of pinball machines, and multiple Dance Dance Revolution games. It felt like stepping into the ultimate arcade fantasy, and the best part is it’s all free and unlimited once you’re inside. I could have spent the whole night just exploring all the machines.
Then we discovered a huge outdoor patio buzzing with people taking turns singing karaoke on stage. The energy was amazing, and everyone was cheering each other on.
And just when we thought it couldn’t get better, we went upstairs and found another full bar and a dance floor where literally everyone was moving. No one was standing around trying to look cool. People were actually dancing, smiling, and just having fun. We danced for about three hours straight without stopping because the DJ was dropping one incredible track after another.
I can’t recommend this place enough. It’s a blast from start to finish, and if you’re anywhere near Providence, you absolutely have to check it out. You will have an unforgettable time.
Great time. Not too expensive. Your cover change covers all the arcade games. Good selection of games
Ms. PacMan, Dance Dance Revolution, Pinball, and more to enjoy at the Free Play Bar Arcade. 21+ and a great value of $8 on a Friday at 6:30pm to play to our hearts content. Adult beverages and some games make for a great date night or group outing. We played for a couple hours before heading out to another location. Anyone who has grown up playing these games or wants to try them out should hit up Free Play Bar Arcade in Providence!
Absolutely wonderful selection of games and good drinks. However the music is played at club volumes which makes talk difficult, and there's not really anywhere good to sit for a moment if for some reason you do order the pizza on offer or just need to recuperate between rounds of Skeeball and Time Crisis 4.
Lots of nostalgic games I used to play as a kid back in the day. 🙂
I highly recommend this place if your looking for something do over the weekend especially the weird weather thats been going on lately its been a great place to hang out they got a good selection of pinball machines and classic arcade games that you know and love like donkey kong,pac man etc and I find it awsome to be able to play what you want as many hours as you want until they close.
great game selection but unfortunately corrupt management. rampant sexual harassment and discrimination by staff.
I love that the entry fee of $10ish covers all of the games! They have both older and newer games, so there’s plenty of options for multiple age groups. It’s mostly a college / young adult scene, though. There’s a bar upstairs & a smoking area outside. If you wanna get a taste of each game or play something specific, probably best not to come on a Friday or Sat night as it’s VERY crowded. The music is deafeningly loud at times. The women’s bathroom was relatively clean, just with very small stalls. Street parking is hard to find.
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The games were awesome. However the last time we went was in the middle of summer... And they don't have any air conditioning.... I hope they update that for this upcoming summer.
Went here for a pal's birthday recently and it was awesome! I especially loved the huge amount of rhythm games and the fact they had a designated smoke area that was sheltered from the weather. Only visited the restroom once but it was very clean!
Had a blast with family, food, drinks, vintage video games and a live band! What more could you ask for?
Overwhelming, but in a good way. The bar helps. Patrons are a mixed demographic, mostly college age. Tons of games. Great pinball, classic arcade, and shooting games. You will be searched at the door and jackets/bags must be put in coat check. $12 to enter, $2 per checked item.
awesome platform fast friendly customer service and easy deposit and cash out
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