Great service. Loved playing arcade games and everything on tap was $4! We had a great time here…read more We did not get a chance to order food but saw it was an option. Worth a stop

The ambiance is fun, friendly, and good vibes. The coin jam had a great mix of music and lots of…read morebeverage and food options. My husband and I solely came for the games. The coin machines were in a room and honestly, there was not a lot of space. I was constantly being bumped into while trying to play a game. There are a mix of older arcade and newer games. I thought 50 cents for the old school games was a little much but can understand businesses need to make money. There's an ATM where you can withdraw money and there is also a machine where you can exchange cash for quarters. Overall, I would definitely come back here but think that if groups of 10+ are coming, then reservations should be made in order for it to not be so crowded.

A blast from the past! If you're a lover of old school gaming this place is worth the trip. Thank…read moreyou Chris for the knowledgeable help!

The best game store around, bar none. They have a huge selection, and a pretty awesome location…read morehere in town. Nic went so far as to bring a particular DVD box set my daughter wanted from one of his other locations. We won't be getting games elsewhere, that's for sure. Thank you Video Game Wizards!

Highest recommendation…read more Massive, clean, well maintained and staffed. Very family friendly. Honestly I don't know how they do it. I've been here tens of times. It's a true gift. Thank you Next Level!

Where do I even begin? If there was ever a heaven for game geeks, this is as close as you will ever…read morecome. For just $23/day with in-and-out privileges, you can play unlimited games to your heart's content. With over 690 games and growing, wall-to-wall memorabilia and signed photos, and everything from childhood classics to newer titles -- they've got it all. And if you're a pinball wizard, this is absolutely your place. Hours are 10am to 9pm with plenty of parking. Getting hungry mid-session? No problem. You can bring your own food or grab something from their outdoor food carts -- hot dogs, pizza, you name it. There are also restaurants nearby, and with in-and-out privileges, you'll definitely want to take a break and refuel before diving back in. They even have a party room available for birthday parties or corporate events. And don't overlook the bathrooms -- yes, the bathrooms -- because the memorabilia continues in there too! Fair warning: I was so obsessed that I played all day long... and woke up the next morning with seriously sore hands. Totally worth it. Pro tip -- bring a friend or partner, because the two-player games are even more fun, and some games like Mario Kart let you race four or more players at once. I still can't believe they had all my favorites from the 1980s: Pac-Man, Asteroids, Donkey Kong, Super Mario Bros., Joust, Star Wars, BurgerTime, Rampage, Moon Patrol -- and so much more. Also, make sure to sign up for their club -- members get in for $20 on Thursdays, and your 10th visit is completely free. I'd give this place 10 stars out of 5 if I could. It's one of the most amazing arcades I've ever been to, and you absolutely will not regret going.

Perfect rainy day activity…read more What to do on a Sunday when you have nothing to do! Well, bowl it is. We were told there was a 30 minute wait for a lane that we could only have for 90 minutes since a league needed a few lanes. The wait was just enough time for us to go to the other side to order a pitcher of cerveza and some grub. We had just poured a pint when the front desk called to say the lane opened up. We ended up waiting less than we initially thought. A win. The food we ordered was brought over to our table. We were starving. Let me tell you something, the food was amazing. Let me give you a rundown because we ate ate. We got the wings. That mango habanero was wow. We got dry rub for the other option. Also very good. The garlic parmesan fries was perfectly cooked. I kilt that dipping sauce. The corndog bites reminded me of my childhood. We also got a pizza. I'm not sure if it was the combination of my high from doing so well plus the two bowls I hit on the way over, but the food slapped. We ate everything. Killed all the plates. The foods slapped so hard I forgot to snap picas. The service was great. Everyone was nice. I specifically loved that their pins were free. I'm in a bowling league in LA and the pins at the spot I go to are held by strings and I firmly believe I'd have more strikes if they were free. Also, random but I loved their setup - a huge table with seats that slide back. It was great for when you got too comfortable yapping and forget it's your turn to bowl so you spring back. There was ample space for you to turn. I dug it. We ended up playing 3 games. Now I know where to hang whenever I'm in town.

3.5 stars for just the arcade - it's clean, organized, and full of enough bright lights to attract…read moreanyone passing by. Lots of "prize" games but very pricey & of course, the kids we brought wanted to win the big stuff like a brand new Nintendo Switch or PS5. Unfortunately one kid walked away with nothing (as a mom, totally expected that to happen. These games don't allow winners.) but my son spent probably 20+ dollars on a stuffed animal so I guess for him, it wasn't a total bust. The parking lot was pretty full, and I learned walking in that there was a bowling league there. Busy lanes! I can't speak to the food but did get a Bloody Mary which was decent enough. It's a sketchy area, if you aren't Portland-familiar. Don't leave valuables out in the open, blah, blah, blah. You know how the rest goes.

Such a cool unexpected place!…read more We absolutely love Buddy's and will definitely be back. The owners were very welcoming and kind and our daughter absolutely loved them!

As a southbound PCT hiker, Buddy's Beer Arcade hit the spot in every way. I had corn dogs with tots…read moreand a cold Pilsner on tap--simple, delicious, and exactly what I was craving after a day on trail. The staff here truly take care of hikers, making you feel welcome the moment you walk in. The atmosphere is lively and fun, with every console you can imagine plus classic arcade games. It is also kid friendly, so families can enjoy it too. A perfect place to relax, refuel, and play. Five stars all around.

If I could give it ten stars, I would. So my better half told me about this place and that may have…read morebeen part of why I picked a hotel where I did. So that we would just be around the corner and popping in here would be easy during our stay. Luckily I was able to come in on two different days, and at different times! We got both the night life experience and the day time experience. I think I preferred the day time because it wasn't as busy. Night means cover charge ($4) and bag check. And no kids. You might see some kids during the day. What a cool place, with yummy drinks (no food), and all my favorite arcade games, and then some! They operate on a card system, so no coins needed when you visit. My pinball wizard friend had been traveling arcade ready with coins in her bag, but it turns out they weren't needed. Ground Kontrol supplies free lockers to store your stuff; just follow the instructions and don't forget your code. I learned a lot about pinball during my visits here, and played more pinball than I usually do because of that. I mean, why not? I played one of the newest pinball games, released within weeks of my visit, which was Pokemon themed, and I played one of the more vintage pinball machines, Xenon. And everything in between! It was awesome. $20 loaded onto a card will get you 15ish games, but there is a different cost depending on which game you're playing. I was satisfied with the value and would, and did! come back again. Highly recommend stopping in if you're in the area! Make sure to check out the whole place, as it's bigger than you think and there are more games (mostly pinball) upstairs.

A little smaller than I was expecting. The place is really cool tho…read more It seems like majority of the games were pinball machines or old school classic arcade games. There's a parking lot right across the street for easy parking. I didn't try any food or drinks from the bar this time around but the staff at the entrance were nice and friendly. Overall, this place was a bit underwhelming but if you're into drinking and pinball machines, this is the place! I just wish they had a little more variety with their games.

Gamepath Arcade is super cool and I can say my daughter loves it. The game prices are really not…read morethat bad so you can say it's affordable. Most games at 1 and 2 quarters. There are a few that are four. They also have several games that give tickets out and I can say that was also a hit. As far as prizes for ticket redemptions it was pretty fair and what I expected. To summarize we spent $20 and that was honestly more than enough money to have a good time. Looks like the also do birthday parties but I'm not sure the details there.

Love this place! took my younger siblings and they had a blast. Minecraft and quick shot are…read moredefinitely my personal favorites, and the corn dogs were so good. A perfect place for the young and old, there's something for everyone.

Not sure when exactly this place came into existence but it seems to have few reviews and pictures…read moreto give you any idea how nicely decorated it is on the inside. I love arcade places but many of them have an old run down feel and this one seems nice and shiny. There's lots of cool stuff to look at and rest your eyes on. I tried to take a million more pictures, but for some reason my app would not cooperate. There are still a lot of cool old school games, but they are residing in a nicer environment than other similar places. I also appreciate a place with solid single stall bathroom, but they do require a key which is kind of annoying. It's a nice place to spend a couple hours if you happen to be hanging out in downtown McMinnville, particularly if you like video games/pinball, but even if you don't it might be a fun place for a drink/meal. It's at least worth a peak inside if you happen to be out walking in the area. There are a lot of beer/ciders on tap, but only a few tables to sit at. I didn't sample the food, but witnessed a few people getting delivery. Some of the menu has a fair feel to it. I appreciated the large row of pinball machines, but found that the 1$ a game price caused my money to go by faster than I preferred. Due to the high cost I spent more time playing other games which I would have normally skipped over, but maybe this made the visit more fun. It wasn't very crowded when I visited but it was early in the day. It wasn't super clear what the covid expectations were, this has been a bit more obvious at other arcades I have visited during the pandemic.

Bullwinkles is a fun experience, and the $55 for 4 hours unlimited + 1 free bowling game was nice…read more Pretty understaffed and the employees do seem exhausted though. I dont expect sunshine and smiles but I'm curious if they are taken care of well. Ambiance is fun, I like Rocky and Bullwinkle so was neat to see everything. Drinks were decent pours but price could be better. Food was pretty standard, kind of like if you just bought frozen food for home, but fried nicely. Would go again.

Fun experience with the 4 hours package! We went on a Monday where we basically got to try…read moreeverything from the go karts, skyway rope course, bumper boats, 4d ride, soaring eagle Zipline, mini golf, and laser tag. So much variety!! My favorite was the go kart which we tried 5 times. The arcade was fun too but a couple of the games like the baseball and jug throw were glitchy. The motorcycle game was fun though. Overall awesome experience.

Terrible experience -- be very cautious…read more Be careful using your credit card at this place. I purchased a $10, and somehow a recurring $-0 monthly charge was later added to my card without my knowledge or consent. Now I have to go through the hassle of disputing it with my credit card company. I strongly recommend avoiding this place, or at the very least, paying cash and closely reviewing your receipts and statements.

Seaside, Seaside, Seaside... I moved there when I was three, and if you grew up around that salty…read moreair and carnival glare, you know exactly what Funland means to me. My mom was a die-hard Ms. Pac-Man slinger back in the day, and my brother and I would burn through quarters like we were trying to keep the Oregon economy alive. The place still carries that old-school magic classic skee-ball lanes, the photo booth that's been snapping goofy faces for decades, and enough blinking lights to make a grown man feel like a kid again. Old games, new games bells ring, tickets sing, and nostalgia swings. Now these days your fun card works over at the rides too, and let me tell you something about those bumper cars. The track looks small... but those little devils spin, bang, and ricochet like a bar fight on roller skates. Fast, loud, and chaotic in other words, perfect. I always run a few laps there, but this trip I talked my wife into the Tilt-A-Whirl, that beautiful old beast that feels like it's been spinning folks silly since the 1920s. You know the one with the operator stick push forward and she flies, pull back and those cars start spinning like a politician dodging questions. By the time it really got going, we were holding on for dear life. I was laughing. My wife... not so much. Now I'll admit something bittersweet. Seaside isn't quite the little carnival town it used to be. They tore out the old roller coaster, a bunch of rides, and even that little snow cone shack at the end. These days it's more shops, more crowds, more folks than a church picnic on payday. But even with all that... Seaside still holds the crown on the Oregon coast. The beach cuts the wind just right, the Prom is perfect for a long walk, Broadway's buzzing, and the Turnaround still feels like the center of the whole show. So here's the rhyme and the reason, the simple seaside truth: Walk the Prom, hear the gulls cry, smell the salt in the air. Play some games, crash some cars, spin 'til you don't care. Drop a few bucks, laugh all day, let the good times expand Because a trip to Seaside just ain't complete... without a little time at Funland. Five stars. Still the king of coast-town fun.