This was... interesting. I had no idea what Pachinko was all about but after reading the entry on…read moreAtlas Obscura https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/pachinko-world, I had to stop by. I spent about 15 minutes learning how pachinko works and then playing through $10 worth of pachinko balls. The object is to shoot the balls (basically ball bearings) so that they land in the right spot to win prizes. The moving parts are all behind glass so there's no danger but there are lots of flashing lights, ringing bells and interesting animations to keep you hooked. This was definitely unusual and I'm glad I made the stop at the only pachinko parlor in North America. [Review 18874 overall - 3359 in North Carolina - 2397 of 2022.]

All COVID rules are being followed, we have never been to a place such as this , super nice guy…read moreinside took the time to grab some balls and explain how the game was played, we had our grandson and daughter and her boyfriend playing while grandma and grandpa took pictures, We enjoyed watching everyone have fun and encouraged them to be loud and have fun, great place to have some fun, recommend

Such a cool place. Felt like I stepped into 1995! Played Duck Hunt on a real standing TV (idk what…read moreyou even call it now) brought in a cassette I found and heard a bunch of songs I recorded from the radio in the early 90s. Love it!

Fun place to play your favorite games. A pleasant trip down memory lane. The attendant on duty is…read morevery knowledgeable of the games and equipment there.

Luckily went on a non-weekend night and early enough that it wouldn't be packed (would drive by at…read morenight and see how packed it potentially could get). For the most part, I was set on the go karts and only the go karts. The track is fairly small and the go karts are SLOW, at least to my standards (and potentially other adults). Overall this place is more for kids, even though that's kind of obvious. Inside was bigger than I expected. Plenty of various and new games, which was a plus to see. A lot of ticket games and prizes. The back area towards the bathrooms gave off a bit of an eerie abandoned park vibe - mainly because it was only a couple of games that were on and mostly looked like spots to put their "junk" per se (that wasn't in use). Prices weren't bad, the staff that I came across were fairly nice. Would recommend for families opposed to an adult game night.

You could spend a lot of time (and a lot of money) here! There are lots of activities to choose…read morefrom, and each of them are a separate fee. What they refer to as "dry" activities include laser tag, go karts, miniature golf, a rock climbing wall and an arcade. You pay for these separately, or you can pay for a bundle that will allow you to do more than one. The "wet" activities include the water park, which is open during the summer months. We didn't visit the waterpark, but it looked very busy! We just visited the arcade part, and purchased game cards that allowed my kids to play any of the arcade games. You can even use the arcade cards on duckpin bowling. It's a small bowling alley with just two lanes, but it's very fun. The arcade games do not dispense tickets like they did back in our day. Instead, tickets are accumulated on the game card. Then, you take your game card to the prize desk and they let you know how many tickets you have, and then you pick a prize. The prizes offered are pretty good, and you can get a lot of little things for your effort. My kids walked out of there with their arms full, as if they had robbed a Dollar Tree. Jungle Rapids is a sensory overload, especially if you visit on a weekend afternoon like we did. There were so many people there that we almost considered turning around and coming back another time! But it was fine. Just be prepared for lots of people, because this is a popular place.

Private Axe Throwing Party was AWESOME!!…read more WHAT FUN! They have a really great (SAFE) facility that has LOTS of space (we plan to go back for some paintball fun!). It's really a class-act setup & a fabulous 'different' experience which made for a great party! We booked a party, which on Mon-Wed they are closed & it's only private parties (not sure if this is year round or just the winter hours?); but it was GRAND having the WHOLE PLACE to ourselves! We just had 8 people for an 18th b-day party & we could easily have had another 4-6 people with the room they have for axe-throwing. The Axes area is a nice size but also cozy, almost like a neat 'bar' environment. *FYI-it is BYOB-no liquor* We brought wine for adults & sparkling juice for the teens. 3 boys, 1 girl and 4 adults.....we ALL had so much fun! $249 isn't cheap, but it was worth every penny. 90-minutes (which the fabulous gentleman who was there for us did not start our time until all safety briefing & instruction time was over) of throw time was MORE than enough, the last 10 minutes you could tell it was time to go eat, so more than 90 min would just have been too much. There are 3 high-top tables with 4 chairs each. There are 5 throwing lanes. Each lane has mesh metal screens on the sides and thick wood-paneled walls. The targets (which I read about on their site) are really amazing, the thicker blocks they use vs. cheaper boards make the axe's stick GREAT and easily for almost any throw-er. The 'games' are projected onto the boards and have score keeping that is fun & easy (like a bowling alley) with a PC mouse & keypad. The gentleman who was there for our party experience was fantastic, even came in a few times & showed us different throw-angles to try and (as a 'mom') I felt safe that he was keeping an eye on everything too. Super nice and accommodating gent - helped make our evening even more fun! Helpful tip: If you go at night, the sign is currently not lit, so it's RIGHT after Black's Tire/Goodyear. The parking lot is dark, but you'll see the lights inside are on! OH - take snacks & drinks for your party, also any plates or utensils - they only have the tables/seating & the entertainment!

Crossfire Does It Again!…read more Crossfire gets better and better every time I visit. They rebuilt after the hurricane, a beautiful new interior for paintball and nerf. After COVID, they added GellyBall. And now, AXE THROWING! I had never thrown axes before and it was easy to get the hang of enough to have fun. Also, the computer projects different games onto the wooden target so you never get bored. I went with just one other person but this would be a blast for a group - co-workers, friends, bachelor/bachelorette party, school organization, fraternity/sorority outing. No limits.

This is an arcade place, run and owned by The Roster and the Crow restaurant. It is across the…read morehall from the restaurant. It's a small arcade. A few pinball machines, arcade games, and other games you see at places like this (shooting basketballs, skee-ball, air hockey, etc.). I love having the option of playing games like this is downtown, however there are a few issues with this place. Downsides Some of the games do NOT list how much it costs to play. I lost several quarters trying to determine this. This issue is with the games like skee-ball. Some of the games don't work. Last time I was there, I lost money on the air hockey game because there was no puck. The skee-ball game just took our money without giving us the balls. If you come, bring some one, five or ten dollar bills. They do have a change machine onsite and most of the games only take quarters. If you are normally cashless like me, there is an ATMs just outside the arcade. You know, the ATMs you find at gas stations or strip clubs (so I have been told), that change you a $3 fee. Warning, when the ATM reads your card, it asks if you want to view your balance. Do NOT do this. It charges you just to look at the balance, then also charges you a fee on the money withdrawn. You can only get $20 bills. Be warned, $20 worth or quarters is a lot.

I attended a children's birthday party as an observer. An amazing place to burn off energy:…read moreswinging, climbing & bouncing! Sessions are timed so it doesn't get too crowded. There is even a ramp to the observation area so it is wheelchair accessible. Employees assist in certain areas, including the party room. There is a restricted area for only children 6 & under; every other area is multi-age. There is seating for observers, & even some massage chairs. Designated gripper socks must be purchased & worn, but of course can be used again for another visit.

This is such a wonderful place to get some energy out and welcome to all ages! They're always…read morechanging out Italian ice flavors for variety

The Museum of the Bizarre is located in downtown Wilmington. The museum itself is on the smaller…read moreside, but the general admission price is just $3, and you can add on a mirror maze for $2 more. The museum has excellent air conditioning, which is a major plus on a hot day, as well as a clean restroom. Photos were only allowed in specific areas, but it wasn't entirely clear what you could photograph there, so I might have taken photos of things they didn't want me to take! While I usually like quirky museums, this one seemed too crowded, and the exhibits didn't appeal to me. This was a very quick stop that took under 30 minutes. Honestly, I found the building's history much more interesting than the museum itself. The original 1869 building was a naval stores warehouse used to store tar, turpentine, and pitch extracted from the area's pine forests. It stands today as the last remaining structure related to Wilmington's naval stores history. In 1925, the site was modified for heavy metal manufacturing. For almost a century, the Wilmington Iron Works Machine Shop operated here, where workers manufactured gears, engines, saw blades, structural doors, iron fences, and heavy steel parts for passing locomotives and steamboats. The ironworks finally closed in 2000, and the building housed a few different things before being saved from demolition and repurposed into a tourist attraction. I did attempt the mirror maze while I was there, and they thoughtfully have you wear plastic gloves so you don't leave fingerprints on the mirrors. I found the visual illusion incredibly disorienting and claustrophobic, so I would highly recommend skipping the maze add-on if you are sensitive to tight spaces or prone to panic attacks!

Unusual? Absolutely. And at $3 per person, it's a curious little detour that doesn't break the…read morebudget. We spent under an hour browsing their compact but densely packed collection of macabre, peculiar, and downright strange artifacts. Among the exhibits: letters penned by convicted serial killers, graphic crime scene photographs, purported human and animal remains, theatrical masks and vintage clothing, plus a lock of Alexander Hamilton's hair, Houdini's Ouija board, and a plaster cast of what's claimed to be a Bigfoot footprint. There were also a few movie props scattered throughout, adding a pop culture twist to the mix. Photography is off-limits except in clearly marked zones, so don't expect to document everything. We passed on the mirror maze this time around. Are all of this items authentic and real? Are they fabricated and fake? It hovers somewhere in that murky middle but it's compelling either way. And for the price, it's hard to argue. I'm not sure how much of this is appropriate for younger eyes, so parents should keep that in mind. [Review 1348 of 2025 - 4467 in North Carolina - 24900 overall]

It's an odd mix of a dive bar atmosphere but kinda fry fry on drinks never seen a bar have green…read moretea Cchicken wrap and wings are great

Best Philly Steak in Wilmington! Good wings, great service with a smile and ambiance. We will be…read moreback for sure!

Amazing little dive bar in Wilmington. Had to stop in and check it out since scenes from Scream 5…read morewere filmed in it. I'm a huge fan of dive bars and horror films! This was perfection. It was dark and dismal, just the way I like it. The bartender was super friendly! Oddly enough, they still sell cigarettes out of a machine. Epitome of a dive bar, lol-- love it.

I came to Reggie's for the first time to Major Moment and Plush. The venue is not far right off of…read moreI-40 near UNC Wilmington. We arrived about 90 minutes before the doors opened and hung around talking to the staff. Once inside, there was a decent sized stage, abundant standing room, a good sized bar, and pool tables farther back. The space is well utilized and bathrooms, though small, were up to date and reasonably clean. The acoustics were pretty decent as well. I was pretty impressed considering the bands were high-intensity. I would definitely visit Reggie's again to see my favorite bands perform.

I enjoy Blue Post as it's hidden, quiet and the drinks are reasonable. They also have pool tables,…read moredartboards, skee ball, a jukebox, pinball, foos ball, hoops and Ms. Pac-Man. All 6 pinball machines were working tonight. Will def be coming back when James is here. If I lived in Wilmington, this bar would take all my money! Haha!

This bar was the last stop on our Haunted Pub Crawl. It was the only place we were carded at and…read morethe only bar I didn't buy a drink due to the long lines. The ambience was like a typical dive bar except it was huge, the most crowded bar I went to in Wilmington. My favorite part of this bar was the converted alley way area that was quiet and peaceful. We ended our tour here .