Visited the arcade with friends while I was in town visiting as we're all F1 fans. Clean and upscale place - perfect for a casual hang out, an event, birthday, etc. Great for friends, family, and groups. I didn't try any of the food, so I can't comment on that. I thought the pricing was reasonable based on what you'd expect for a novel experience in DC although it's high by "arcade" standards. It definitely gives you an appreciation for how tough it is to drive F1 though - definitely felt humbled by even the junior levels lol. Wish there was a way to ensure that the whole group got to play at once - or at least have been able to decide which players were on which team to be more fair; and also the ability to choose who gets to go multiple times if you have an odd number of people. read more

So glad we have a Formula 1 arcade within driving distance. This F1 arcade is in DC and the staff confirmed it's here to stay. Reservations can easily be made online. There was a short line when we got there that went quick. Upon opening as our reservation was for opening time. The staff greeted us like we were F1 drivers; very friendly. Check in was easy. A staff walked us to our driving station and explained the process of "how to" for set up and using the system (gears if opted to use, etc). Shortly after that, a wait staff came over and offered us water and explained if we want food we can order through him. There was a full bar and the food menu looked good however we didn't eat there. We will next time. There was a gentleman walking around to check any driving seat and system; assuming if anyone ran into anything wonky. Love this on the spot service. The entire arcade was jazzed up nicely. As I walked to the restrooms I admired the decor. The restrooms were clean and I love the enclosed door stalls. We enjoyed our 8 race reservation. We discovered there is a room to reserve for parties. I think that's a cool idea especially for anyone that's into racing and formula 1 - great birthday idea in my opinion and I plan to check that option out in the future. The stimulators are dope and have good effects. There is an emergency stop function which they explain in case the jerking (for example when you crash) is too much. During your races you race whoever is in your group. I think it would be cool if you can race everyone in the arcade as an option. Maybe offer a discount or free session. OR just post the winner on a monitor to bragging rights. An even bigger idea would be offering another option to race against others in other F1 arcades around the globe. Now that would be dope! Take note F1 if you're reading this (you're welcome). There's a parking garage which is a plus since it's near a busy area that has regular markets and lots of businesses (it's DC so it's expected). Tip: Create a profile via the a website after confirming reservations to save time when you arrive. Your reservation email should contain information on this. It's a profile for when you set up your race party to see your stats in the race. Now start your engines and head over to the F1 arcade! read more

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So my bf booked this place for his son's birthday and they're both really into racing. The racing part was a two hour event and it was quite fun and pretty realistic. Where they lack potentially was lack of servers covering such a huge dining space. I had to flag them a couple of times to get them to come over to our table to put in an order. One of the order was not put in and after waiting 20 minutes thinking it would come, I had to go yet again to flag our server and he placed the order. Because this place is pretty new, I would chalk it up to them still working out some details. read more

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I went to the f1 arcade for a first date and stopped in early to grab a bite and a drink. I ordered the burger and fries as well as an espresso martini. After I placed my order with the server, it seemed like service was overall slow. The ambiance was great and I had fun racing, but I am not sure if I will be back. After my date and I completed our racing session, he ordered truffle fries and a Caesar salad with chicken... when his salad came out, there was piece of chicken with a bone in it (looked like a chicken wing) and the truffle fries had a weird aftertaste. Overall, the racing was great but the service and the food were below my expectations so I am not sure if I will return. read more

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I honestly cannot believe what we received for $570. This was supposed to be food for 15 people, and all we got was: 15 mini sliders 1 plate of fries (not very large)- they were supposed to be truffle fries, received just plain FF 3 flatbreads ( not on the picture, but each one was cut into 8 slices, about 1.5 sq inches) 1 plate of chicken tenders This food was intended to serve 15 people, yet the portion sizes were extremely small and nowhere near sufficient. There was not nearly enough food per person, and several guests were left hungry. While I paid for food for 15 people, only 12 actually consumed it, 10 of whom were children. The kids were literally fighting over the fries, tenders, and burgers, and the flatbread was not something they enjoyed. In addition, despite the charge covering food and drinks, no drinks were offered--the only beverage brought to the table was water. When we were leaving, we were even told that we could not take the remaining flatbread home. I had to escalate the matter to a manager before a to go container was eventually provided, which added unnecessary frustration at the end of the event. Given both the quantity and quality of what was served--as well as the absence of drinks--the amount charged is completely unjustifiable. This catering arrangement was misrepresented, and the value received was nowhere close to what would reasonably be expected for $570. This experience felt like a total and utter scam and significantly detracted from our event. read more

F1 Arcade - PIcture of the food served - supposed to be for 15 people - Arcades Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Amazing food and drink! Great activity for f1 fans or anyone looking for something fun to do in the city! Great atmosphere and service! Definitely pricy but overall well worth it. read more

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Paid $150 per person for the VIP experience for the Spa watch party. Ran out of food, AC is broken and the TV's keep shutting off (lap 1 of racing...) Stay home for a better experienc read more

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Fun experience and nice staff. You check in and you can get 3 or 5 races on simulator. It's a cool experience you really feel like you are driving. It does have a learning curve. It is trying to simulate the real thing. You can feel the bumps and the turns. The inside is definitely a night club feel. Blasting music has a bunch of tvs. NFL games were on when I was there. Cool place to watch a game but obviously if you want the game audio go somewhere else. They do play every F1 race they recommend buying a ticket in advance since it usually fills up. Food we got some apps some lamb kabobs and truffle fries. The kabobs came with taziki and salad. The meat was juicy and flavorful. The salad was nice fresh with sone nice texture from pomegranate seeds. The truffle fries are well fried with nice truffle flavor. Drinks we got an expresso martini and non alcoholic aperol spritz. Both were really good and balanced. read more

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Very fun experience on the simulators! The food is pretty average but that is to be expected.

I LOVE this place! I went as a party of 2. It was a Saturday night so it was very busy. Definitely make a reservation here. We opted for the after 7pm time slot since that's when the arcade is 21+ They have a nice variety of small plates, I recommend the wagyu sliders. The drinks were great, the bartenders were very attentive. The racing simulator was so fun, they shake whenever you crash and there's lots of leg room for taller people. The bathrooms were clean, the employees were hospitable, and the playlist was good. Overall 10/10 visit! read more

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Went in around noon on a Friday to avoid the crowd. The service was decent, although at times inattentive. I opted for the F1 burger and it was cooked to order, the fries were cold when they came out, hence the 3/5. read more

F1 Arcade - F1 Burger - Arcades Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I was super curious about this new arcade in D.C. I saw it on my timeline, so I pulled up on their soft opening. A couple other content creators were there like @highspeeddining !! Oh...I whopped everyone who raced me!! LET'S GO!! . Where I am: @f1arcadeusa . Location Reviewed: 420 Penn St., N.E. Washington D.C. . Menu Includes: *See Website* https://f1arcade.com/us/racing . Items Reviewed: Their Seafood Tower (with half a pound of lobster, ahi poke, jumbo shrimp, & 1/2 dozen oysters $129). STAMP!! High speed dining was right!! If you can...get this!! Their Marinated Flat Iron Steak (with truffled potato mousse, wild mushrooms, & sweet onion $22). Their Seared Scallops & Pork Belly (with Piccalilli, black lime, macerated cabbage, & chicharron $27). Their Ahi Tuna Tostadas (with crispy shallots, chipotle aioli, & avocado $21). LIKE THAT!! This dish is starting to grow on me. Very well seasoned, & fresh!! Their Buttermilk Chicken Sandwich (with chicken breast, chipotle mayo, lettuce, tomato, fries, & Housemade pickles $18). STAMP!! Of course it's good...it's from @dorosoulfood !!! Their Forged Mushroom & Fresh Truffle (wild mushrooms, shaved black truffles, fontina cheese, truffle mornay, & Castelvetrano olives $18). STAMP!! A rich pungent cheese, buttery, woody, & fragrant!! Their Impossible Burger Tostadas (with Gochujang, shaved cabbage, pickled veggies, & avocado creama $17 for 3). DELICIOUS. Good...I just needed more kick. Their Mule in the Paddock Mocktail (with Almave, spiced ginger, lime, & soda $12). STAMP!! Refreshing, tasty, & palate cleansing!! . Online Navigation: Easy . Parking: ROUGH, they have a paid garage. . Music: YouTube- Backyard Band Socket Beat!! . Recommendations: That chicken sandwich, & Mocktail!! . Accessibility: It's wheelchair friendly, & it's differently abled persons friendly. 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews read more

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The food is just ok but the cocktails are pretty good. Great ambience, service could be better and more attentive. Nice for group hangout read more

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Personally felt that F1 Arcade is still getting itself organized. We had a party of 6 and when we got there, our friends were already there. No one offered to help us or ask where we needed to be, so my boyfriend and I had to walk around the very large space trying to find the group. Everyone is really nice, but again, it feels like they're still fairly disorganized or understaffed. Our table needed to be cleared from the previous group before us and it took a while even after asking before someone could get to our table and clear it. Drinks also took forever to get to us, but I will say their food was good and I loved the "Clean Air" cocktail. It was incredibly boozy but delicious. read more

had a great time for a company outing! first time there && it was a good time. we did open bar && prefixed menu for food but everything tasted good && fresh. i plan to bring friends back to try it out. inky suggestion is the music playing outside && in the bathrooms should be played in the entire place because it w so soo much better. folks wont mind either as you can hear only the races when sitting in the chairs playing! read more

F1 Arcade - Arcades Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Wanted to make this review while it's fresh on my mind. Our event managers were Yasmin and Sarah both of which were not present the day of. I was told Sarah would be and was our POC however upon arrival she was already gone. During the planning and contract portion we stayed we would max out at 40 people and would have the final headcount the Monday before our event scheduled for that Friday. Yasmin however said we had to have a final headcount by the 19th which was not realistic. We ended up with 32 people and provided this info on Monday and were told regardless we would have to pay for 40 with no future credit. Due to this policy or practice alone this is not a good place for groups; we do this 4 times a year and Bowleros, Dave and Busters, Skating and Movie Theater have been extremely accommodating with number changes....not here. During the planning we assumed when we mentioned how many people they would take care of the food and the simulations well the food yes, ran out of cups for the soft drinks which were included in our package and they only provided us with 8 simulators which left a lot of people waiting and standing around to enjoy the experience. I would have thought at minimum 2 simulators for every 5-6 people. I was extremely upset about this as no one wants to plan an event where they have spent thousands for people to be waiting around. What I will say is Christopher our waiter remained cool and accommodating the entire time and Skylar once she saw how displeased I was she reviewed reservations and provided us with 4 more simulators for our last hour. Whenever booking here ask since it won't be on the contract how many simulators will be included. The customer service was phenomenal down to the chef coming out to check on things. We won't return just because they can't accommodate a 40-50 person group but I was told they do have a room that holds over 100. Also for the chairs in our section we were only provided 24 for a group of 40 so you do the math. All in all different experience but when planning an event this was a bit stressful to have so many details omitted until the day of. read more

I stopped by here with my nephew this weekend and thought the experience was ok. The atmosphere here is great and almost feels like a casino. For $84, 2 of us were able to have 5 head to head races with each other for 45 minutes. I didn't feel it was worth the price at all. My nephew is a gamer and felt the same way. I find it hard to believe F1 drivers use this as their simulator as it's rather boring. It's a cool experience to do once, but I can't see me being a regular customer as it isn't exciting at all. It's a cool date idea to break the monotony or to bring a kid or gamer. read more

We had an 8:45 PM reservation on a Saturday night and arrived 10 minutes early. We got there at 8:35 only to be met with an incredibly long line. By the time the people in our group reached the front, it was 8:55 and we were told we'd already missed two games since they start promptly at the time you register for. It was frustrating, especially since we were technically early but still penalized because of a lengthy check in process. Security told a few of us to wait off to the side while others in our group stood in line to check in. While waiting, we were approached very aggressively by Rico (another security personnel) who was unnecessarily rude and accusatory despite us just doing what we were told. That interaction left a really bad taste in our mouths and made the whole experience unnecessarily feel tense and chaotic. The check in process definitely needs an upgrade. Having two staff members handling a packed Saturday night crowd just isn't it. A few tablets for self check in would go a long way in streamlining the process. The ambiance is beautiful and the space has a well designed modern aesthetic. There's potential here, but until they figure out how to manage their crowds, improve the check in process, and train their staff on basic hospitality, it's absolutely not worth the headache. read more

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Stopped in here for a quick bite at the end of my workday. The staff move about this place like a bees nest of activity. The bar staff are quick and friendly and mix a great cocktail. I got the pretzel sticks which were pricey but decent. Only complaint was they do NOT have any mustard for them. Seems sort of strange for the type of menu item. The only complaint would be the MANDATORY 18% type they automatically assess to your bill. I was happy with my service and added to the tip. But its not my job to pay them a living wage. Considering what they charge for the racing games, I'm quite sure they can afford to up the salaries of their employees! Great place to visit overall read more

Having gone around noon in the middle of the week the place was immaculate and almost empty. The host was kind and flexible with our reservations given that we showed up an hour early to just hang out at the bar for a bit. The cocktail menu was fun with a ton of racing puns, and the bar food itself was not too bad all things considered. The drinks and food came out promptly and they continued as we raced without fail. The racing simulators themselves were clean, comfortable but limited if you're looking for a true F1 experience. However, for the every day person that just wants an arcade experience with friends and some good food this place is well worth it. Unfortunately, I can't speak to what the experience is like in the evenings but during the middle of the week around lunchtime, it was great. We had the place mostly to ourselves and enjoyed cranking up the difficulty with each race. The registration process was extremely efficient with no technical issues whatsoever. Would highly recommend this place to anyone that enjoys driving fast or F1 or just having a good time. I'll most certainly be bringing a larger party next time so we can have a lot more fun racing against one another. read more

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We enjoyed the experience Andrew did an exceptional job locking me in the first circuit in the arcade. He opened my tab. Cauliflower wings were a delight with a very punchy Korean sauce. We loved the chicken tandoori tacos but the tortillas could have been mildly warmed. The staff were so accommodating to the particulars of our experience and we had a reset because we really wanted to eat between sets. They added a gratuity but I did not realize it until I returned home so I double tipped. I would pay attention to details is my recommendation but I give it five stars entertaining experience for the purpose of getting reacquainted with friends with a dynamic activity back drop!! read more

Awesome! This place has it all, great food and a experience for all. We enjoyed the fried chicken, guacamole, truffle fries, and sausage flat bread - everything was delicious. Then did three races in the sim, and it was so much fun! Pro tip: book your sim time early. We arrived Friday at 6pm and were able to book a 7:30 sim time . By 9pm it was packed! Pro tip 2: saw a party in the enclosed area by the front. It looked like an awesome time. After 7pm no minors allowed. read more

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Our overall experience there was great! It was $22 per person to race. We had a group of 4 racing and so it was 2vs2. We thought initially all 4 of us could race at the same time so that was slightly disappointing but overall it ended up being okay because we were able to watch our teammates race. The food was great! I would definitely order the F1 burger and mushroom flat bread again. The pretzel appetizer was to die for. Everything was super reasonably priced! The servers were generally good but a little hard to find occasionally. The parking right near there is great! The first 2-3 hours is free so we didn't end up paying a dime! Overall super fun and reasonably priced. Definitely will come again later in the future! read more

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Wish I could give a better review but didn't get to experience the racing. We came in with a group of 8 people, ate at the bar and got some drinks before wanting to race. Our waiter said we'd have no problem because it was a slow night. Towards the end of eating I went to the counter to get the racing details. The guy explained all the details and pricing and then I told him I'd be right back to see who was in... came back asking for 4 people to race and they said the wait was an hour. Looking around the place not even half the simulators were occupied. Really boggled our minds. We asked about 2 people to see if we could get in sooner and they said no. Really ridiculous that 1. We couldn't play when we wanted when the place was totally dead 2. No one told us or encouraged us to make a reservation earlier while we were eating. Oh and most of their cocktail menu drinks are $20+ read more

If you love to race then check this pace out. They have great drinks and food. My favorite appetizer were the tostadas. I kept going back for more. Also the Welcome to Miami cocktail was pretty good as well. read more

Food was good, service and ambience was on point. I would need to go back again for a better review

F1 Arcade allowed us to celebrate my husband's birthday in an adult yet child-like way! The vibe was giving adult bar meets casino meets arcade but with a dash of exclusivity and class. We booked a private section which comes with three types of appetizers, a drink ticket for Prosecco or beer and 2 hours of driving time. They will serve you with 1 plate of each appetizer for every two guests. We had 13 guests so we had 7 plates of each. Honestly, by plate #4, our guests were ready to munch on something else other than chicken, chips and pizza. I would recommend that they let guests choose appetizers during the signing of the contract for private bookings. The race-car simulators were so life-like, I felt like I was literally on the road! Lately, our server Natalie was very accommodating and friendly. She made the whole process a breeze! I would definitely recommend and visit again! read more

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Food was ok, drinks were decent. Our server was not friendly, she thought she was our mother the way she was speaking to a table of adults. Once we made it to the driving, it was fun. I personally have no desire to go back but it's an one time adventure to experience. read more

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Let me tell you something, I'm coming back EVERY TIME. I came into F1 after another establishment played with me ON my birthday. I diverted to F1 and I should have picked them in the first place! They were so accommodating when I told them what I had going on. I definitely had about 65+ people show up and F1 handled it so well for it to be all walk-ins at the bar area. We were at EVERY table in the front area and most of the bar seats. Deo is a STAR. I need someone to send me his contact info so that I can thank him for his service. Our waiter did an AMAZING job as well given that I definitely underestimated the number of people I was bringing. Everyone that attended just keeps telling me how they had such a great time at the F1 and we didn't even race. I can't wait to go back and I high-key want to have another event there! read more

Ike the bartender is TOP TIER! Enjoyed myself and the fun atmosphere. Facilitates were clean and and the racing was so fun! Vroom, Vroom! read more

F1 Arcade - Arcades Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Super fun! The arcade itself is awesome, and a really fun concept. I love how the drinks are F1 themed as well. The food and service however is pretty subpar. Our waiter/waitress was impossible to track down, and the wait to actually get your drinks/food is quite slow. I've been here 2 times now and it was the same experience both times. Come for the experience, not the food! read more

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Was invited to this new spot since I love cars! Upon my arrival, the security informed me that reservations are required and mandatory so I waited until my friend arrived. Wasn't expecting that but oh well, they wasn't super friendly but I just went with the vibe and left. Finally, we got inside the building after getting our ID verified. The place was extremely vibrant, crowded and beautiful. Definitely upscale and night life atmosphere. The F1 games are based on your reservation slot so in the meantime, we sat in the bar area and got drinks and food. FOOD (BURGERS & FRIES) Absolutely AMAZING, by far the best bar food I've ever had in my opinion. Even though it took some time and our order wasn't accurate at first, the food was top tier, super hot, tasty and great quality. DRINKS Super strong, pretty and decent pricing. F1 GAMES I love the design, real effects including realistic bucket seats and gaming experience. Definitely a great thing to play with a group of friends. Only thing I wish was more game options, I feel like it's limited and more focused on the bar experience more than the cars. Staff was amazing and went above and beyond to make things better for us. Special shoutout to the man who assisted with our game slot (in video) he was hilarious and pleasant, he deserves a recognition for being different, funny, authentic and just worlds class. This place should add more games and unique things for car lovers. Other than that, it's definitely a nice vibe and spot to hang out with a classy crowd. read more

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Class meets fun. I swear it's hard to come by that duo these days, but damn, F1 did it right! Line was out the door when we arrived but they were quick, efficient and super friendly in getting individuals booked. We only had to wait 20 minutes and enjoyed some delicious cocktails at their bar while we waited. The experience itself once in the seat was like nothing else. As we raced around the tracks, we were even checked in on for more drink orders. Spectacular - I swear for a moment I felt like I was at the Wynn casino in Las Vegas. Ready, set, go!!! read more

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My wife threw me a surprise birthday party at F1 Arcade and it was a blast. We had cocktails at the bar while we waited for our party to show up. They will not let you start up your entire party is there. We tried the Dynamite Chicken and it was good by my stomach wasn't feeling too well afterwards. The bartenders were pretty dope though and had great energy. Playing the games was amazing. We enjoyed every minute of it. Look forward to going back. read more

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A great time! We attempted to drop in one night without reservations and they weren't able to accommodate us for the races. We decided to stay anyway for drinks/food but service was way behind. This time we tried again with reservations and things went a lot smoother! The simulators themselves are a decent experience--offering hyper-realistic tracks, responsive controls, and immersive visuals. Whether you're a seasoned racer or a beginner, it's easy to get hooked. The staff was friendly and will quickly guide you through the setup if you're new to the world of racing sims. This time around service was consistent and prompt. We enjoyed drinks during our time on the simulators then had small bites after. Great space for groups large or small. read more

F1 Arcade - Sliders, plain but good. - Arcades Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The F1 arcade is so much fun! I took a friend for their birthday and we had a great time. Since it's only one game I didn't think we'd have so much fun playing it again and again but it was great and I could have played for another hour without noticing. As far as the food is concerned, while it was good, it is overpriced. Considering the area you'd be better off eating at one of the other restaurants and stopping into F1 for the games and a drink or two ans then going somewhere else to round out the night. The service was fine. Nothing to complain or rave about. All in all pretty solid. read more

Nice cool and fun place in Noma. Friendly staff, great bartenders, and excellent food. I'll definitely be back. read more

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Service: when you are helped once you walk in.... Thats about it, they get you settled in machines and then it's very difficult to get water, napkins , etc. the food comes out pretty fast, but the people drop it off and try to run without making sure your taken care of. You ask the serves for things and they don't return. The cocktails were a tad expensive especially for the size of some of the cups. Ambiance: I really like the decor of the place, the high tables are nice and very comfortable bar chairs, simulators are placed nicely throughout, the bar area is nice. It would probably look better if the tables were cleaned after people because I had to use my own wipes to clean the table from the people before me. They do clean the dishes, but don't wipe down the tables. I would come back. read more

F1 Arcade - Margarita Flatbread, not the best choice! - Arcades Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Pretty fun, my friends and I had to take turns and raced in groups 2. In total we had 14 races and we didn't even finish all of them. So you definitely get a good amount of time. The food was also delicious, especially the waygu beef sliders! read more

F1 Arcade - F1 seat and screen - Arcades Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

F1 Arcade was a major letdown. The service was painfully slow both at the bar and the consoles. There were no instructions or guidance on how to use the consoles, which are not self-explanatory. The line at the front desk was extremely long and slow-moving. Worst of all, they could only provide our party of 5 with one console for only 3 races, despite there being 10-15 empty consoles throughout our time at the restaurant. This meant we only got one race apiece, hardly enough to learn anything about how to drive these cars. They clearly have no system in place to match supply and demand for consoles within their restaurant. I won't be back and don't recommend it. read more

F1 Arcade - This is the line for people checking into the place - Arcades Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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