YaY for a great new fun spot in OTR! I have been here several times now, but have yet to duckpin bowl (which I have tried other places and it aint easy!). Our first visit was to the new rooftop on opening night. It features firepits, giant jenga, giant connect four, and a bocce ball court. There is funky seating and pretty twinkle lights. The bar has some of the many indoor options. Indoors there are several levels of entertainment including a huge area of pinball machines (gasp, i'm in love), duckpin bowling of course, and the main floor bar has bowling ball souvenir cups filled with a knock your panties off LI iced tea concoction. The bartenders are fun and friendly. FYI the main bathrooms are all the way in the basement so be prepared for a hike! read more

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Overall, wonderful staff, lots of free arcade games and lots to do at this bar. Played the bowling that they have recently and had a lot of fun. It's $6 per person per game. The wait was only thirty minutes. Previous I had not played because the wait to play can get quite long. Besides the bowling they also have a lot of free arcade games in the basement and their drinks are good. They have four floors in all and there is something to do on every floor. Great experience, great service, lots to do and good drinks. Drinks are slightly pricey but match with the local area in OTR. read more

We were only here for one drink so we didn't bowl or play games. I will be back because it seemed so much fun!! We sat on the rooftop bar which is so laid back and on a beautiful evening it's perfection. I will be back to enjoy all the fun this place has to offer read more

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Pins is a great place to spend a Sunday. My family loves the old school arcade games and pin ball machines. There are always plenty of games available to play if you have to wait to bowl. read more

Pins Mechanical - Bowling Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Pins is fantastic. Love coming here on a Friday or Saturday night. Just be aware that this place gets packed. I went on a Friday around 9pm and there were hardly any seats available. This spot has three floors (first two have bowling). Highly recommend for a nice spot out with friends. read more

Pins Mechanical - Bud light - Bowling Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This place is awesome! Really cool place to come on sundays for football games and drink deals, or even just a fun Saturday night with friends. 3 levels of fun where the first two levels have mini bowling and the third floor has a lounge area and pinball arcade games. Really a nice place to get a drink and socialize with friends. read more

This is one of my favorite bars in OTR there is always something to do! My new favorite addition is the claw machine next to all the other classic arcade games If arcade games aren't your thing they also have mini bowling (which I personally love more than regular bowling) But also if you aren't looking for gaming the environment is just fun itself; especially with the rooftop during the summer They also have a wide selection of fun and unique cocktails as well as a full bar of variety's of liquors and beer And not to mention the STAFF! I've never experienced such awesome and attentive staff who are so kind and make the place even more fun! If you need a unique place to check out in OTR pins is the way to go read more

I began going to Pins in 2018. The cocktails are tasty, the beer selection seems to be adequate for my friends, and the staff has consistently been friendly. There've been some changes, and more arcade games since merging with 16 Bit, but this just gave me more options for friends when I dragged the squad out for pinball and duckpin. Major plus - there is a rooftop and I could bring my dog. I recently moved to NYC and deeply miss this place and will be making it a go-to stop for every trip back "home" going forward. read more

When has throwing up off food been an issue in an establishment? I could see if a person was wobbling all over the place. Definitely was a little confused on how they knew it was our party of 8 who ended up going to throw up food? Would not be back to this establishment and not only did they ask us to leave they also talked shit at the door like they had to actually clean vomit off the floor when it all was in the trash ‍ smh never again ! If I could give zero stars I would gladly give zero read more

Dare I say, this Pins is cooler than the one in Indy?! It's true! This pins is really neat especially since it is combine with 16 bit. It has multiple levels with different bars and it even has a rooftop. You can play the arcade games for free. Drinks are expensive in general here, but they are good. Overall a really fun, it attracts a younger crowd which I prefer! read more

Fun date night activity, enjoyed the free arcade games while we waited for our lane. Roof top lounge was really nice and the cocktails were really fun. read more

Pins Mechanical - Bowling Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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This place was super fun! Our group had a blast. :) We only did the bowling, but it was cool. Large selection of drinks! read more

Absolutely can not wait til this place is open again. The drinks are amazing. The bowling is fun. The pinball makes you feel like the happiest kid again. If you decide to play ping pong, or sit in that area.. be kind. You will get a ball or two headed towards you. The night we were there the pong was wild and everyone was very chill about it. Take the fam late afternoon til 8pm. After that it is 21 and up. Great pairing place with Goodfellas pizza across the street. Whenever we finish up at Pins, we head there with friends and have a gigantic pizza and great drinks too. read more

Games, great drinks and a fun atmosphere? Sign me up! This is a fun arcade bar that's owned by the same owners of 16 Bit. When you walk in the duck pin bowling is downstairs and such a fun time! There are multiple levels and a bar on every level so you don't have to go too far for a refill. Bonus: if you leave your tab open you can use any of the bars still and add to your tab! They have fun mixed drinks, specialty cocktails and then a very large selection of beer and cider. We hung out on the level with all the pinball machines and it was so fun! It's perfect for a large group or a fun date! We ventured up to the roof top even though it was cold. They had a large jenga set up and a fire going so it was still nice! I will definitely be back to check it out again! read more

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This was our first visit to Pins Mechanical Company. We took the '"free" Bell Connector to a stop just across the street which was super convenient. No driving. No searching for a parking spot and no meter fees! The bar is huge, the crowd is lively - in a good way - and they have a huge selection of beer and cocktails. Pins Mechanical Company is spread out on multiple floors so a crowd does not make the building seem crowded. Duck pin bowling is very different from traditional bowling and to me a lot more fun. You use a smaller ball and the pins do not help you by knocking others down as much as in traditional bowling. It is a hoot! We played a few games and it is easier for a first timer than bowling in my opinion. Pins Mechanical Company is a fun spot. They have video games scattered about but we came for the duck pin and bowl we did! I would encourage all ages to try this. When we return or see another duck pin spot we will be sure to stop in for a few games. read more

Pins Mechanical - Bowling Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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I must be too old because the music was so loud I had such a hard time placing drink orders. Server was not very friendly:-(. I'm sure he just thought I was being crappy but.....jeez turn down the music. Lol Maybe it was just bad timing but...no thanks. I would rather have a normal bowling alley. The kids enjoyed pinball. That was about it. Sorry read more

Pins Mechanical - We actually found a regular bowling alley in Newport! Sorry! - Bowling Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Love the atmosphere of this place. Drinks were very good! Staff was friendly! So much stuff to do in one spot as well. Will definitely be coming back, and I would recommend you guys check this place out if you have a free night and are looking to have some fun! read more

Fantastic atmosphere, great service by Jamie! Great place to visit as someone from out of town, tons to do

Awesome atmosphere with friendly staff, plenty of free activities (2 floors of arcade games and giant connect 4 etc) and a few activities that cost money but they have daily specials so we had BOGO duckpin bowling. They definitely made their money back on drinks as the mixed ones are $12 each and it's easy to spend a bunch on a date, but they have beers too. Only one or two games were out of service and they were ready to learn with the instructions on the games. Plenty of bathrooms and bowling lanes... We were often the only ones on the arcade floor. Fun experience! read more

Great atmosphere. The staff was friendly. The slushy was delicious! I moved to Cincinnati from Milwaukee and the vibe in OTR and this bar was sooooooo chill (not what I'm used to). The crowd was diverse which is refreshing to see. I will recommend this place to my family and friends. read more

We visited Pins Mechanical during our stay in Cincinnati for the Jaguars game. We played one game of Duck Pin, drank bourbon twists, and even did some pinball. I loved the creative slogans and the different levels, so we never felt we were on top of anyone. This would be fun for bigger or smaller groups! read more

Very family friendly in the daytime and drinking atmosphere at night. Kind staff recently - especially the girl working the bowling booth (first time we went had a bad experience). Basement bar games leave more to be desired. read more

Great spot for both fun and drinks! Stopped in Pins on a busy Saturday evening! I loved how each floor had it's own theme - duck pin bowling, pinball, and rooftop. They have a huge drink menu and large selection of beers, all within a reasonable price! You can go to have fun, drinks, or both! On a busy weekend night, plan to wait if you want to bowl as it gets really busy. Otherwise play a little pinball and wait for your turn. The rooftop is also a great hangout place! read more

I popped into Pins this weekend during the day. I was a little hesitant to be in a bar just yet during the pandemic, but it wasn't too crowded and didn't feel too cramped in our bowling lane area. You can only book one game of bowling at a time on the weekends, but we immediately put in for a second game after our first and were able to play two consecutive games. Duckpin bowling is WAY more fun than regular bowling (and much easier). On a small day-drinking excursion, my friends and I shared a couple pitchers of cocktails. Both were delicious and boozy and also not too sweet. The staff were all super nice. I also appreciated that while you cannot reserve a lane, we were able to go to another bar while we waited for our lane to be ready and they texted us when they were ready. This was definitely a fun day at Pins, I'll be back! read more

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What a great addition to the OTR bar scene! This place is awesome and a great place to hang with friends. Unlike most OTR bars, this place is BIG! There is a different vibe on all three floors. I recommend putting your name in for a bowling lane when you first arrive because the line gets long (up to three hours) quickly. The bowling they offer is scaled down from a traditional bowling alley, however I prefer it this way (especially with a couple drinks in me) because it is easier to hit the pins with the shorter lanes and lighter balls. Pins also offers traditional arcade games such as pin ball that you can play if you are waiting for a lane. The bathrooms are clean with lots of stalls. The place is always well staffed so you don't have to wait too long for a drink. The cocktail/drink menu is awesome as well! read more

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We always have a great time at Pins and they offer a lot of deals throughout the week. The staff is always friendly and helpful. We're happily regulars. read more

We love Pins, but this location is just okay. The arcade is in the basement and feels a bit of an afterthought. Overall, it's solid but after you go to a location or two in Columbus like the Easton or Dublin location, this location pales in comparison. read more

Definitely new and popular, but a 45 min wait to bowl wasn't awful and I'm so glad we waited. The game was super fun, we also played ping pong which was fun. The place is huge - 3 levels, will be 4 with the rooftop - and everything is just new and it's a fun atmosphere. They have probably 25 beers on draft and punch drinks. We shared a punch bowl which is recommended for 4, and it was a lot to drink, but it's 4 shots for $32, probably wouldn't get it again, but happy to get local beers! read more

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Adult and kid-friendly fun in Main St! They are +21 only after 8pm. I've been several times to Pins, with friends on a night out and with the kiddo. Both plans are awesome! They offer plenty of duckpin lines, ping pong, arcade machines and ping pong. For me the best are the duckpin lines, they charge $5 p/person p/game and is so much fun! They also have a rooftop which is pretty cool, however they don't serve their full menu of drinks there, so I would recommend to pick-up your drink at some of the other floors unless you're up for a slushie. read more

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I LOVE Pins mechanical! The place is ginormous with three levels of absolute FUN. I came in here last Friday night with a friend and it wasn't as packed as I imagined, which was perfect for me. There are many bars around this area so be prepared to battle for parking. Inside, we got our names in for bowling and were informed that the wait would be like 30 mins, which is really not bad. Aside from duck bowling, this places houses ping pong, a zillion pinball machines and maybe some arcade games. I read that they have foosball and basketball hoops, but we couldn't find it. The bowling prices are extremely reasonable with $5 per person per game. As we waited, we took the comfy chairs in the top level and grabbed some beers. They have a wide selection on tap and many cocktails, which I've heard good reviews about. I got a classic Guinness and it tasted as good as it always does! Once our wait was over, we marched down to play. I guess to minimize wait time, they are restricting only one game on Friday and Saturday nights, so we could opt for only one. This was a bummer but I guess I understand. There's plenty seating areas around every lane. And be attentive to the game because if you don't bowl when the light is green, after a couple seconds the game uses up your move for no points. Washrooms are mostly constricted to the basement. Their basement washrooms are neat, but it smelled like ammonia the moment I got to the floor. Pins in a fun place, easily worth spending a couple of hours and hanging out with your friends! read more

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Very cool place, but with every cool place comes lots of people and steep drink prices. It's in a great location on Main St in OTR. The atmosphere is very hip, several floors of things to do: sit and drink, talk, bowling lanes, pinball, rooftop drinking, etc. I've been here twice so far but haven't tried the bowling yet. Cocktails are $8 each with good ingredients and combos; drafts are $6. Drinks are $2 off during happy hour on weekdays. Staff is nice, but a little slow when making cocktails since it's so busy. Rooftop just opened so on a nice Saturday afternoon there was no where to sit or stand, also the view is a run-down building. Would return read more

Fun for everyone! Bring in your own food, get your drinks on sight. Fun & games for the whole family.

This place is so fun!!! I know it's been open for a while, but I just went for the first time a few weeks ago. There are multiple things that I really enjoy about them: 1. Games games and more games! The games are all super light hearted and encourage friendly competition. They made you feel like a kid again and also like you're better than you really are (or maybe that's just me lol). I'm personally much better at duck pins than bowling! I love how there are activities on each level 2. The drinks are also pretty fun! There's a nice variety to choose from from their specialities and beer or you can have them draft something based off of your preference 3. They don't serve food but you can bring in food from wherever you like. This is great if you want to have a large group and don't want to have to order a dish for everyone. 4. The rooftop is awesome!!! It's so nice and bright and they serve shaved ice (with alcohol if you wish). This was such a perfect addition to the city. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Excellent place for fun !! Carry in food , wish they had appetizers. Great prices and drinks.

We normally really enjoy coming to Pins and sitting on the rooftop to watch the sunset, or playing pinball. However, the last two times we've been in there has been a very nasty bartender who has made our visit unenjoyable. We don't know her name, but she has blonde curly hair and a very disagreeable disposition. It's like she can't be bothered by another drink order or a question. She stands like a statue, doesn't greet you, and is very rude when engaging. We have always found everyone pleasant when we've come in up until this point. This is a bar, you want your team to make people feel welcome to encourage them to stay. Very disappointed and will make every attempt to avoid her if we decide to come back. read more

One of the best rooftop bars in OTR! Friendly staff, good service, and good nonalcoholic options. read more

Pins Mechanical - Rooftop bar view. - Bowling Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Checked them out on their soft opening night. Upon entering we were greeted and they explained to us what was to offer on the various floors. It was very easy to order drinks and they have a good variety of craft beers. I recommend checking out the sangria pitchers. read more

Pins Mechanical - Good vibes - Bowling Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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I'm so glad we stopped in this place. It really does make you feel like a kid again. My husband and I wanted to bowl. We signed up and we're out on a waitlist. The wait was only about 15 minutes which was perfect because we were able to grab one of their delicious drinks while we waited. The staff was very friendly and sanitized everything prior to us using it. Please don't pass this place up! Go have fun and try the Pins Punch! read more

Pins Mechanical - Bowling Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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Gabby and kaylee are the best! Service was incredible and their recommendations were spot on. They deserve a raise!!

Everything was awesome and the people were so friendly - especially Brandy at the front desk!