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Level One Bar + Arcade

4.3 (117 reviews)
ModerateBars, Arcades
Open 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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LEVEL ONE BAR + ARCADE ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Casual
Loud
Outdoor seating
Good for groups

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Pinball
Dilara C.

Came here on a Sunday afternoon where it's all ages from 12p-6p and all games are free except pinball and skeeball. We've been going to a few different arcades in town and this place has one of the better selections I've seen compared to most. I feel like an arcade should have MOST of the following: Donkey Kong, Frogger, PacMan, Galaga, and QBert, plus a few personal faves like Rampage, Burger Time, and Contra. This place has most of those games or at least variations (I.e. Ms. PacMan instead of regular PacMan). They also have board games if you're a more analog gamer! The staff was friendly and helpful and the location is accessible (easy parking, right off the highway) My only complaint is the draft selection was pretty much all IPAs. I understand craft beers are all the rage right now, but if you want me to stay and have a few beers while I play, a nice Pilsner or lager would be ideal. Just my two cents. I'm not knocking their score for it since it's my own personal preference but it was just kind of annoying. On the flip side TONS of drink options for kids (mocktails, juice, sodas, and even Capri Sun) All in all a great experience and we'll be back.

Ryan B.

Barcades are my happy place. Of all the barcades that have popped up in Columbus, Level One is my fave. What it lacks in square footage, it makes up for in atmosphere, service, and PINBALL. So. Much. Pinball! The Level One staff keeps the place super clean and the games are almost always in good working order. Of course, the cocktail and beer offerings are top notch. It's definitely worth noting that they're kid friendly during the day. I've taken my son several times and he's had a blast. The bartenders are happy to make him a kid friendly drink - even if it's just a simple lemonade. And I'm happy with the local beer selection! Cheers, Level One!

22 pinball machines.  50 cents to a buck per play.
Mike P.

Good bar: I didn't drink TOO much last night, but the mixed drink menu looked fun and interesting, as did the extensive, diverse beer selection. Great arcade: Here is THE key point: If the games aren't in working order, it doesn't matter if they're free or not. The games at Level One are in great shape. There's a nice mixture of blockbusters (Donkey Kong, Defender, Asteroids, etc.) and more obscure, but equally fun, games (such as Elevator Action, Robotron, Tapper, and Assault). And, as an added bonus, all of the video games ARE set to free play...all the owners ask is that you buy a drink, or two. As of last night, there were 22 pinball machines. Today's tables, such as The Munsters, Iron Maiden, and Deadpool are heavily represented. But, there're also cool machines from the past (such as 1978's Bobby Orr's Power Play, Mousin' Around, Tales from the Crypt, Bonzai Run, etc.). I was surprised that ALL of the tables are in great shape. I guess you could be picky and say things like "The flippers on Medieval Madness are a little weak." You COULD say that, but if you actually DID you'd be a persnickety dick. Ok, I will say that the pinball machines are NOT set to free play; the older machines are 50 cents per play, and the newer tables are a buck...so...I guess...you have the right to complain if they're not working well. Honestly, I didn't notice if Level One served food or not. I did notice that they were hosting a birthday party, and pizza was being served...I also noticed that the pizza sauce smelled like vomitus. If you're into retro gaming and/or pinball, and you're on 23 south heading into Columbus, you owe it to your self to stop at Level One Bar + Arcade. Five stars!

Galaga
Steve A.

Level One is the coolest thing in the Crosswoods area. If you know how jammed that area is with traffic you usually avoid it. This makes it worth going to. It's attraction is the games of course. The cocktails are another reason. I hate that it's in Crosswoods. It's a pain in the ass getting around it. There's always so much traffic. If you wanted a reason to go there this would be it. There's so many of the classic arcade games and they're all free except for the pinball. It also has a full bar. There's drinks named after classic arcade games. A good one is the Galacta. The setup of the arcade is all right. Maybe it might get cramped. That's expected for a good business of course but it's not too hard to get around inside. Some of the best games include classics like Street Fighter. These are all free if you buy a drink which is no problem for me. It's only 50 cents for the pinball games. These are fun and worth it. If you like arcades and alcohol come to Level One. It's the only barcade so far in this area. This sucks getting to it but it's too fun to let that keep you.

Kevin C.

My wife and I decided to go on a food crawl tonight so we planned out our evening at specific spots around town. This was our fourth stop for the evening. A blast from the past. This place has so many vintage arcade and pinball games, it's awesome! Per the sign in the door on the way in, as long as you purchase a drink you can play for free. We noticed some board games in the back on a shelf. On a future visit this might be something fun to try out. This is a really fun environment that could be fun for the whole family.

Shanay H.

Visiting Columbus for work and stopped in here with my coworkers. We had a really great time.pst of the arcade is free as long as you are drinking. This was my first time going to a place like this. Even though I am not a gamer I enjoyed trying to play the different games that they had. If I'm in that area again I would certainly stop by to hang out and practice PacMan.

Board games
Valerie C.

This is really neat. We included this stop on our "food crawl" but as far as we could tell they don't have food. There is a bar at the back serving up drinks. A sign just inside the front door says the House Rules, which includes that if you drink, you play for free. I think pinball is the exception. They also have board games and several tables to play at. I was surprised to see an old Nintendo game system and an N64 available to play, but how fun and nostalgic!

Hours of operations
Nelson B.

This is a cool bar that has a bunch of the arcade games from the 90s and some pinball games. The drinks are good too but it's more of a place to hang out with friends to play the games. You have to pay for the games and they all cost a quarter to play.

Ruth R.

The perfect place to play old school games and enjoy adult drinks. I like the Saturday and Sunday options for the kids. The bar has a lot to offer. It's a great place to celebrate your birthday no matter how old you are! The atmosphere is casual, relaxed and so much fun!

Iron Maiden pinball!
Keri G.

Love going here for adult playtime, but also enjoy taking my son during the family friendly hours on the weekends. Drinks are pricey, but the video games are free, except for the pinball machines. Minus one star because I so wish they had a kitchen. Hunger and lack of food is usually the only thing that tears us away. Otherwise, we would likely stay much longer. To their credit, you are permitted to bring in your own food, have it delivered, or use the vending machine. They have lots of cool events, check their page for an events calendar, or the dry erase board upon entering the bar. The only thing that would make this place perfect would be having a kitchen and offering Trooper beer on tap while I play their Iron Maiden pinball machine!

Lots of space to get your game on.
Mary B.

Adult playground! Great location for this gem. Plenty of parking and centrally located in Crosswoods in Worthington. This place has many classic arcade games for free (to those who drink) and $0.50 for the pinball machines. They have large TVs throughout so you can catch up on your sports. Tables located in the center isles to chill and tables located throughout to place your drink on while playing. Plenty of room, even on this crowded Saturday night. This place rivals 16-bit downtown. Grab a drink or two and get your game on. Whether your game of choice is Ms. Pacman, street fighter, mortal combat, NBA jam, Tron, punch out and wrestle mania and many others.

Jenni H.

We were in town for our daughter's sports event so I googled places close to our hotel. We have these similiar places in Cincy,,, mmmm, weird. Kind of nerdville with good drinks?? it was a strange but fun place. We were told the drink cost was included in the game play but the pinball costs a little more. They didn't include that the Star Wars pin ball was even a little more on top of the little more lol. I don't know.......fun concept..especially for the neighborhood. The drinks were good. Great place for a strip mall.

pam s.

This is a fun place. Something for everyone here. Today was our first time here. Lots of 80's arcade machines and a wall of great pinball machines. Full bar with liquor and beer (yay!) Most of the time adults only but I think Saturday and Sunday afternoons are kid friendly. Machines are free as long as your drinking but pinball machines are .50 to 1.00. We were here today for a birthday party for an 8 yr old. Kids andd adults had a great time

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One of my favorite places ever. Good games and great drinks. My favorite is the princess peach

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Ask the Community - Level One Bar + Arcade

Is there an age limit? I'm 20, boyfriend is 25?

There is, we are 21 and over most of the time. Saturdays and Sundays we do all ages from noon to 6pm!

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Review Highlights - Level One Bar + Arcade

It was fun reliving the 80 games, ms pac man, donkey kong, centipede - (my fav) - Q-bert, asteroids, galaga and tons more.

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