It's a great place to have a good night nothing to crazy,has all the old school machines to play ,brings back a lot of good memories and they have a busy staff pretty much all the time on the weekends ,and they make strong drinks good place to be at to have some good laughs read more

I was looking forward to trying this place out after hearing a lot about it. To disclaim, I'm not that big of a drinker and I also am not that big of a gamer so maybe if I were both I would give this a higher rating. PARKING: If you park on the street you should be able to find non-metered parking, which is great. We parked near 3rd street and found a spot that was only metered from 7am-6pm. ATMOSPHERE: You have to be 21+ to get in, they have you show your ID at the front. There are three sections of this place. Once you walk in you see the outdoor area, then to the left is the arcade games/bar/DJ and then the right side has all of the pinball machines and the bathrooms. The outdoor area is pretty cool, but I wish there were more lights, it is pretty dark so you can barely see your date's face. In addition, ALL the people out there were smoking, which was kind of annoying. But it's a nice area to chill, talk, and drink your drinks. The arcade room has all kinds of games, and there are sometimes lines for each one but I liked that each game either has a cup holder or a place to put your drinks and there's a guy that comes around and cleans them after people play. BRING QUARTERS otherwise you'll have to get change from the machines. Some games were 50 cents, others 25 cents. The bar area is fairly big, there are 3-4 bartenders and $14 minimum for card. We didn't get to try the drinks. The DJ area is kinda small and there's no one dancing so if you're looking for that - probably won't find it. There are neat looking chairs and a few tables inside too for people to rest/talk. The pinball room was fun, there are at least 10-15 machines. The bathrooms were better than expected, they reminded me of club bathrooms because they have someone that hands you a towel and they have gum and other things you can take. There are 3 stalls too so it's not just for one person. Overall, this concept is really cool but for some reason it just didn't give me that WOW that I was hoping for. Maybe because I'm not a huge fan of games but I could see it would be fun to take a date OR maybe 2-3 other guy friends because a birthday would be too hectic (like when people go to d&B and everyone just splits up). It does get kind of cramped though with all the people navigating through narrow spaces. read more

Yeah this place is a-ok!! They have a lot of classic arcade games in one room. They have a lot of classic pinball games in another room. In the middle is an outdoor seating area with tables, chairs, benches. The bar has a $15 card minimum and I couldn't find an ATM anywhere so make sure you bring cash. Especially if you are going to play. I ordered a vodka with pineapple juice and it was so strong I couldn't even finish it. I really enjoy the DJ. The music really made the place feel cool and fun. Really set the mood. I do wish they had food in there though. read more

This place is goated because they have MvC2. Also, one of the bartenders there makes the best Paloma's but we here for the video games. PLS add marvel vs capcom 1 y'all got hella members of fgc that would go for it! read more

One of my favorite bars to go to in the Arts district the DJ was amazing and the prices for drinks were pretty decent. Most games are 25 cents which is pretty cool not bad at all. Definitely will keep going back read more

Had a blast! It brings back childhood memories, but the wait in the bar is almost impossible. They should have more bartenders. Other than that, it's amazing. I would definitely go back. read more

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Had a great time ! It has a lot of old school games and they make strong drinks. I can't complain about this place i had a great time ! read more

EightyTwo - Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Good drinks at fair prices in a fun environment! They have lots of arcade games in the main space where the bar is located and a second building in the back with about 15 different pinball machines. In between the two spaces is an outdoor patio with nice lighting and a bit of heating for the colder nights. There is also a small lot to the side of it which hosted a food truck. The bar was busy but, due to the layout, didn't feel overcrowded. We just came here for the drinks but got sucked into playing a few of the pinball machines and had a surprisingly good time! This bar is centrally located and has other bars/food places nearby, a great option for a chill night out! read more

Coming is a like a trip down memory lane. I've heard of an arcade themed bar, but didn't know that it was called EightyTwo. This place is located right outside of Downtown LA so trying to find parking is insane. My friends and I arrived around 10pm on a Friday night and it took us awhile to find a place to park. When we did find something, it was a few blocks away...and...it's not the greatest place to walk around. However, parking is free. When you get to the entrance, the line can get long, but it moves very quick. There is also no cover charge, that's always a plus! When you get inside, there are two sections. To the right, you will find all the pinball machines and to the left, you will find all the old arcade games. My favorite, of course, is the Simpsons! Gosh, that brings it all back. There was a super long line to play X-Men. They also have Double Dragons and Mario Brothers. I didn't find Killer Instinct or Teenage Turtles. They also project Street Fighter on the walls, so the place really gives a great vibe. Around the arcade machines, you will also find a bar. I tried their ginger beer, not my favorite. If you walk outside, there's a food truck parked. Overall, the place is really cool. It is nice to go there once in a while to enjoy some old school games. However, there are two cons...parking is difficult and I am not a fan of the area. Also, when you're inside, the bar is very warm...so expect to sweat a little. I wish they would blast the AC a little! I still recommend this place because it's awesome getting to play some old school games. read more

I dig the old school arcade games and the old school R&B music combination that EightyTwo's got going on. No covers means this place will have a long wait, especially on a Saturday night. But be patient...you'll get inside in no time and then it'll be like a better, retro version of Dave and Buster's. Drinks weren't too pricey - a Hendricks on the rocks and a hard cider came out to $17. If you get hungry, head out to the parking lot and if you're lucky, there will be a taco stand set up. If you're not so lucky, just walk back out on to Traction Ave. and head to one of many food options in that area (Pie Hole, Wurstkuche, Zip Sushi...to name a few). I don't think I'll return on a weekend since I hate crowds, but I'll be back on a weekday for more pinball action while grooving to some Tony Toni Tone. read more

Great place to game. Not so sure about drinks as I forgo all drinks to focus on working that Galaga. Way better than dumpy Blipsy. It's well ventilated and clean. There is even a restroom attendant in the ladies room. They don't serve food but there's a food truck stationed right outside their private lot. read more

Another one of those places where I bid visitors a hearty good luck with finding street parking (unless you give in to those flat rate parking lots). 21+ only and they check ID at the door. The line outside may look intimidating, but it moves faster than it looks. Head right for the pinball machines and restrooms or head left for the arcade games and bar and DJ. The back area includes an open air patio for smokers and an enclosed area with food vendors -- no alcohol allowed at this point though. If you make your way to the bar, you'll find that drinks are decent for the price. And if you're worried on how to juggle both playing the arcade games while still nursing/working on your alchy, EightyTwo had the foresight to keep drink stands by the games for you to safely place your drinks while you play. So the arcade games cost a quarter while pinball machines require two. These old school arcade games are so much harder than I remembered. I found the joystick and buttons more challenging to use than a Playstation controller. X-Men, Donkey Kong, and Mario Bros. all kicked my butt. However, it did bring back pleasant childhood memories of visits to Chuck E. Cheese and various arcades. Pinball machines are a mix of old and new (new as in Disney/Marvel's Iron Man and Game of Thrones kind of new). It can get crowded inside with both people lining up by the machines to play and those hanging around to talk and watch. Overall, we spent 2.5 hours here, playing and wandering around. We left around midnight to grab some SGV boba! =) read more

When I came on the weekend it was pretty crowded. The more popular games had a wait time for it. For me the location itself was a bit too small that it was hard to maneuver around. Arcade games are in one room. Pinball games are in another room. There's also an outside patio area if you just want to sit and drink. The drinks we got at the bar were fairly decent. Music playing was pretty good. It's a pretty neat spot to go to if you want to go out and are in the little Tokyo area. I just wish the place was bigger so I wouldn't have to keep zigzagging around people just to get around. read more

X-Men, Mrs. Pac-Man, Pac-Man, NBA Jam, Mortal Combat II, Double Dragon, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Rampage, The Simpsons, Mario Bros., Centipede, Tetris, Frogger, Donkey Kong, Pole Position, Contra, WWF Superstars, Burger Time, Duck Hunt, Atari Star Wars, Off Road, Dig Dug, Ikari Warriors, Tecmo Bowl, Golden Axe, Double Dragon, Mike Tyson's Punch Out, and of course Street Fighter II Championship Edition 15-20 pinball machines (Iron Maiden and Walking Dead were my favorites) Food truck in the back, full-service bar (Strongly suggest the Moscow mule), a solid IPA selection, live DJ, laid back vibe. Do I still need to write a review on here? Get there STAT! read more

EightyTwo has had my heart since the first time I visited last summer. Bars are great and all, but standing around gets old real quick! I couldn't think of a better way to spend my birthday than with old school videogames and pinball machines. **Make sure to get there early!** I had a few friends try to meet us there after 9:30, they ended up waiting in line for over an hour! When you walk in you'll be greeted by three areas, a pinball machine room to your right, standup arcade room to the left, and an outdoor seating area in the center. If you're trying to hit the bar as soon as you walk in, head to the left! Just look for the screen projecting Street Fighter on the wall, you can't miss it. There are plenty of great games, some costing more than 25 cents, but overall the prices are reasonable. If you didn't come with a bag full of change, don't stress! There are two change machines available for use (FO' FREE!). The staff was great. The security heard it was my birthday and even gave me change to play games. I didn't even ask. It's pretty awesome that they took the extra moment to do that. It made me feel like more than just a typical customer. The only disadvantage is that it can get pretty crowded and there can be a huge wait for games. Some people will even finish a game, realize there's a line, and start a new game. I know that isn't the businesses' fault, but just a heads up! read more

EightyTwo - Off Road, a great game to play with other people at the bar! - Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

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GREAT TIME!!! Almost all my favorite childhood arcade games. Street fighter, Teenage mutant ninja turtles, and NBA Jam! The drinks here are well crafted. Great time for groups. Also a taco man outside. The DJ on the night I went was playing mostly classic rock. It would be nice if he could spin a few 90's tunes. The patio could use more lighting, it's really dark. *NEWBIES BEWARE* Watch out playing street fighter some of these guys can spend one quarter all night and not get off the game. Awesome for a low key nostalgic kinda night read more

EightyTwo - Spent many quarters on this - Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

An adult barcade. (21+) Perfect. Have drinks while enjoying 90s music and playing games like Dr. Mario, Street Fighter, The Simpsons, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Tapper, Duck Hunt, etc. Simple setup with an outdoor area to relax and/or drink a few. Best of all, all games are still the same price as they were when I was a kid: 25 cents! (Pinball is 50 cents) Fun place. Chill and cool vibe. My inner child was VERY happy and I'd re-visit this place more than once. Fun! read more

EightyTwo - Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This a great place to stop by if you are hitting up places at the Arts District. There's a security guard that checks your ID at the door so that you can order drinks at the bar. There is a room on the right with a good 20 pinball machines which cost 50 cents to play. On the left side is where the bar is located as well as all the electronic arcade games which run for a quarter a play. They have a machine that change your bills into quarters but there are no ATMs for those that didn't have cash in the first place. Beware of the machines that eat your quarters, they are definitely lurking amongst us. read more

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Really unique and neat place! Cool atmosphere, cool games, and delicious drinks! It was part indoor part outdoor which was cool too. It's pretty populated so it's nice to sit outside for a breather if it's crowded indoors. The seating is 95% outdoors actually and the bar and the games are indoors, so if that's not your thing then maybe skip this place, but I loved it and so did my friends! Tip: this is 21+ only! ID checks at the door. read more

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Boyfriend and I go here for some weekday date night adventures. We've also gone with friends and everyone had a blast! Who in their right mind wouldn't want to get drunk and play 25 cent throwback arcade games?!? If you haven't been here, you're missing out. It's like being a kid again but with perks of being an adult (alcohol. Lots of it). Our bartender, Michael made us the best drinks!! He's legit. I literally only order drinks from him because he can actually whip up a decent old fashioned. read more

EightyTwo - Pinball heaven - Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

I love this place. Every time we are in Little Tokyo I beg my wife to swing by and let me play for an hour like a giant man-child. They have a both arcades and pinball and seem to rotate a few of the games out so that you get to play new stuff when you come back. They also seem to keep the classic games (like the giant double CRT X-Men beat 'em up) always on the floor. And there is a good mix of 70's - 90's machines. A cool feature is they rigged a bluetooth projector to the Street Fight and Gallaga cabinets so your game is projected above the bar for all to see. The atmosphere is loud like a club, sometimes theres a DJ, sometimes there are food trucks you can eat on the patio. There are decent drinks, but if I had one complaint, I would like a better craft beer selection. My favorite thing is the diverse crowd. There are young hipsters who never got the chance to set foot in an arcade. There are middle age men & women on dates, explaining how many hours they spent playing "Ninja Turtles" after school. And then there are older guys with grey hair, glued to a pinball machine with eyes have that distant look to them as they fall through a time portal of days long gone. read more

BRING QUARTERS! It's a great place with great nostalgic games- Rampage, Pinball Machines, Duck Hunt, Street Fighter, Donkey Kong, etc. so no doubt you'll be dropping hunneds (of quarters) during your time there. Great place to chill and hang out with pals. My best friend and I ordered the P.O.W. (Rum, thai iced tea, condensed milk, bitters) and the n00b (vodka, lemon, honey, lemongrass, bee pollen, apple juice) which were both really good! We just leaned more towards the n00b just out of preference. But overall great place and can't wait to go back! read more

EightyTwo - The P.O.W. (condensed milk, rum, bitters, thai tea) and the n00b (vodka, lemon, honey, lemongrass, bee pollen, apple juice), good stuff! - Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Deserves 5, but ill have to go with 4. Obviously Friday and Saturdays are the busiest after 10 pm. But jeez, not only the wait for the drinks but for the games as well is preposterous. And sometimes the drinks arent even all that. Theyre more juiced up than alcohol. But its always fun. Atmosphere is cool. read more

EightyTwo is definitely one of the staple bars in this area. It does get pretty busy on Friday nights and sometimes there's a wait outside to get in. But once you enter you'll be greeted with a sea of quarter sucking machines. There's a ton of old school games that'll bring you back to the 90s or even farther if you're into pinball. The bar is towards the back and it can get pretty snug with everyone trying get a drink. I have seen a couple fights break out in this crowd too, not sure if that's the norm or just a coincidence from my visits. Besides that it's a fun place to hang out play some games and have some drinks. There's pretty much just street parking. I would advise calling an Uber and visiting a few other bars around here while you're in the area. read more

I gotta say this arcade bar is the spot! Whether you're an avid fan of vintage arcade games, on the hunt for dope drinks, or looking to explore the Downtown Arts District, 82 is the move! I hit up 82 on a Saturday night, so there was a short line. At first I was miffed about it, but thankfully I waited in the line for 5min tops. Plus, I knew it was going to be a good night when the beat dropped on Fergalicious upon entry. The actual bar is located way in the back, which was problematic as you had to not only side step around the arcade games, but also the small crowds crowded around them. However, when I finally made it to the bar it was totally worth it! Cheap beers all around! (Bathrooms are hidden between the games which is also problematic). The wait to hop on a Pinball machine was real, but once our turn rolled around it was amazing! Don't worry about your drink - every game had a cup holder. COME UP! However, I'd suggest going early if you want to actually play games. I arrived around 10:30 - 11. There is a large sitting area outside if you want to lounge, smoke, or people watch the ratchets. All in all 2 thumbs up on this one! #keekseats read more

EightyTwo - Killin it on the Pinball while Fergie Ferg blasts on the speakers...yas! - Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Brew and arcades all day Good prices and decent crowd mix love it Gamer chicks love this place Porters are like stouts I'll take it read more

Pretty fun bar arcade. Lots of old school game options and a large facility. One whole room dedicated just to pinballs and the other room has more traditional games. We just caught an uber here so not sure about the parking situation, but in general, this part of town is really packed with tough parking. Drinks were way overpriced, but guess you have to make up for pretty cheap arcade games. read more

EightyTwo - Bars Near Me - Los Angeles, California

A nostalgic place if you miss playing arcade games from the 80s and 90s. There's essentially three parts to this location. One room where all the pinball games are. All the ones I played there were 50 cents each play. Another outdoor area to mingle and or smoke. Then another area where the non-pinball games, the bar, and the DJ are located. They never really pack the place, I feel like they want you to enjoy your experience rather than cramming as many people as they can. Unfortunately, this means the line gets long to get inside. The games are fun to play with as you sip on a beer and cheer on your friend. Some people are game hoggers, so you have to be patient if you want to play. Street Fighter II gets a crowd and your game streams above the bar. As for the bar area, it gets very crowded and it is not very functional. You have to be assertive and work your way through people if you want to get a drink. The DJ played amazing music around after midnight. My friends and me were definitely feeling all these songs he was playing. Bouncers and staff are all around friendly. There's always someone bussing tables and cleaning. This place definitely maintains a cleanliness you don't see in a lot of bars. Try to get there early to a) find parking and b) not wait in line for so long. We waited about 30-40 minutes at 11pm on a Friday night to get inside. read more

pretty chill barcade! If you dont know what that means, then you are probably not old enough to know what that means either way. 21+ only, they have a guard outside checking IDs lol. Tons of old school arcade machines inside, I just feel like this place really gets popping at night compare to when I walked by it during daytime. There is a bunch more people sitting at the bar and drinking drinks and there is also a giant screen on top of the bar streaming street fighter II fights. I like how it has tables for you to sit down at if you are tired of walking around, this gem is much needed after the arcade inside tokyo galleria mall got shut down T-T read more

This spot one of kind is like a Chuckie E Cheese for adults!!! Yes sssiiirr!!! They have a bar with good prices :) ... one side is old skool arcade games and the other is ping pong machines!! ..... cool spot just to mellow out they also have a big patio to chill and drink!!! read more

The security suggested I send my suggestion to the mayors office. I'll just leave this here for whoever cares. Why would you put a food truck inside the venue if there's an open division between the drinking area and the eating area. That's not really a question! I know it's confusing. So your drinks can't pass to the food truck area and your food can't pass to the drink area. FYI, it's the same location. So if you want to have a bite and drink DONT GO HERE. read more

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An arcade for adults! Old skool games, pinball machines, bar area, plus a food truck outside... what's not to love?! It can get super crowded, that's something they can regulate better, but overall it's not too much of a deterrent. Your ID will be checked at the door because they serve alcohol. Once inside, grab your quarters and play as though you're a kid again, but with alcoholic drinks. Yeehaw~ drink, play, and dance if you wanna :) read more

5/5 Great place, fun staff, awesome assortment of games. 10 stars for that x men game alone.

Love this concept! I'm from SF so it's amazing to get the same feel in LA. Nothing better than arcades and amazing drinks. Great place to take a date or friends nostalgic for oldstyle arcades. Heck go for the music and drinks. read more

DO NOT COME ON A WEEKEND. Or do, your choice. I prefer coming here on a weekday, when I can actually walk around with my drink and enjoy all the arcade games. It was so packed last time I was here, it was borderline unenjoyable. They have some pretty killer games here. All the old school ones you remember growing up with. Not to mention, full bar! Get your inner child drunk and tear it up on some pinball or duck hunt? YEAH! Always down. read more

Cool place near little tokyo- they have a bunch of old school arcade games that you can play with quarters- there's a change machine- costs like 50 cents or so for a game. They have pinball, pac-man etc. It's pretty spacious inside- there two huge rooms with a courtyard in the middle. Normal LA drink prices (it was $18 for a jameson on the rocks and a beer) and super chill place to hang out with friends. Would recommend if you're in the area- similar to barcade in NYC. read more

I love this bar. It's very diverse, good vibes and the arcade theme is what is so cool. My friend and I were bar hopping in the area so we went there Bc it was her first time and taco truck inside the premises makes your so much better for drunk munchies. They make the best Moscow mules ever! Get the nacho fries from the truck! I wish I lived closer just to be close to that truck read more

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Interesting fun place. Pin pal ,arcade, and bar The prices far the bar are fair. I enjoy the style and the gaming. They also have an food truck inside. read more

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A pretty decent arcade bar. They have a mix of old arcade games and pinball machines. The place isn't incredibly big, but they have a nice outdoor courtyard in the middle between the pinball room and the arcade games/bar area. It seems like most nights they have a DJ spinning since I've seen one every time I've gone (weekend and weekday). The bar is pretty decent, and their take on an old fashioned was good. The bar service is hit or miss... The bartender(s)? seem annoyed half the time when you ask them for a drink... Granted this isn't some fancy establishment, if you are going to charge me "craft" cocktail prices for drinks, and at least expect it to be sans the attitude. I really like that there is an arcade bar in the area, and was really excited to check it out... it is definitely a fun place but leaves something to be missed... read more

The atmosphere is great for everyone like me who hates overly large crowds and rude people. It's a bar and an arcade, what more could you ask for? I felt as if everyone was really systemic as they waited in line for a machine to open up while bustling people walked towards the bar or bathroom. I enjoyed this place and will return! Honestly don't leave without trying a chicken teriyaki bowl out back those things were FIRE! Or just go outside and try any of the food trucks. read more