We love pins. But every location acts the same as if you should know exactly how it works. We asked to buy two games for our party and she laughed saying we could only buy one game at a time. Sorry! Guess we forgot to read the handbook. We never had any server come ask if we wanted drinks. We wanted to order food but the pizza place they had on their barcode wasn't accepting orders. Meh. read more

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I've been to Pins in Columbus, but not this location. We got a duck pin bowling lane right away, no waiting! It was the most fun of the night. The free arcade games don't really interest me and the Skee Ball was busy. The pinball machines all cost $1. The drinks were good. We tried Hookie (a rubber ring toss) and it is more difficult than it looks. It is a fun time to spend an hour or two. Tip: you can add quarters to the free games and the $ gets donated to the Ronald McDonald House. read more

Pins is so much fun! The duckpin bowling is reasonably priced and always a great time (but note that there can be a wait at times). The cocktails are all on the sweeter side but I think they are very good. The free skiball, arcade games, and giant jenga are lots of fun. read more

Great fun for the family. Loved the having 17-bit bar there and the fun games to hangout and play before or after.

2 stars purely for potential. You can't go in...the volume of the music will drive you crazy. You can't play pinball, watch TV, or enjoy the arcade games because of the volume of the music (and bad lighting, in the case of the pinballs). In the one spot with a good TV, they mounted it 2 ft too high. And you can't watch sports or hold a conversation across the 3 couches...because of the volume of the music. If you're wearing earmuffs, you still have to leave if you're hungry; they couldn't get a pretzel or chips license. read more

The service was good overall. It was a busy time as it was the day after Thanksgiving. The kids enjoyed themselves a lot and so did the adults. There was something to do for everyone. The folks who partook at the bar really enjoyed their drinks. This is a pretty neat place for the entire family. Nice graphics and cool places to sit when you need a break. I didn't have any food here, so can't speak to food offerings. There was a 2 hour wait for bowling so that was a bummer. read more

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I visited Pins Mechanical Company for the first time in the Ohio City neighbourhood of Cleveland on west 25th street in November 2023 with my friend Lesly after we had dinner at a restaurant nearby. We had a ton of fun playing some arcade games. It's a big establishment and I visited on a Saturday evening so it was packed with people. I like crowds so this didn't affect me. There is a huge TV on the main floor with comfortable chairs/couches. I enjoyed catching a glimpse of a basketball game while there. GAMES -- There are numerous arcade games that are FREE to play in the lower-level (downstairs) and there are also games that cost money. I enjoyed playing Pacman which is a maze game. I noticed a ping-pong table on the first floor right by the entrance but there were people playing and I couldn't wait that long for them to finish playing. At one point, two people joined us to play the giant Jenga game which was fun. DRINKS -- I don't drink alcohol but my friend ordered a cocktail which she enjoyed (I forgot the type of drink). I got a non-alcoholic cocktail (virgin drink) but I forgot what kind. I remember that it was a sweet drink. The bartender Tyler and a woman were helpful and friendly. I will certainly be back with friends. PINS is a great way to socialise with friends both old and new while having fun playing games. **** GOAL of 150 reviews in 2024 - 35/150 total reviews in 2024 - 685 total overall Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 27 May 2024 read more

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We returned to Pins on a Friday evening, and it was considerably more crowded. We put in our names to play duck pin bowling and were texted about 15 minutes later that our lane was ready. I do get a kick out of these cute little lanes with the cute little balls and cute little pins. The resetting process is oh so cute as well. Everything is as neat as a pin (did you see what I did there?). Anyway, I improved my score from the previous outing. And thusly did I earn another Dukedom. read more

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Heyyyyy I always have a great time here at pins!! The service and the atmosphere are totally a vibe! But..... I was wondering when are we gonna get a Pop A Shot and ping pong ( because its at other locations... Dublin and Mason etc...) And can we please get a karaoke night going I THINK THAT WOULD BE SO FUN!!!!! read more

We LOVE this place. So much fun. They have a great mix of free and paid games. The cocktails are expensive but delicious. I love the bomb pop. My husband loves the craft beer selection. You serve yourself at the bar and there is no food available. Everyone is always efficient and seems to be cleaning up. read more

Service was spot on, drinks were delicious and the environment was clean! Atmosphere was rad. Tons of free old school arcade games, giant Jenga, pinball, and old school bowling. Plenty of space to just stop in and chat with friends. Will definitely come back. Parking can be found next to the building. Thanks Cleveland! read more

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Pins Mechanical is a huge place with two floors, lots of arcade games, pinball, bowling and more. It's a good spot for outings with large groups. Tons of TVs and lounge areas to watch sports. Nice list of craft brews and cocktails. No cash at the bar, only cards. Nice new pinball machines that are well maintained. Pinball takes quarters and most machines are $1 per game. In a very trendy neighborhood with lots of nearby restaurants like Nano Brew. Pay to park. read more

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Pins Mechanical seems like a new and fun place in Ohio City! It's huge and the vibes make you reminiscence on your childhood with pinball machines, big connect four games, skeeball, giant jenga, cute aesthetically pleasing light up signs and ore. There are multiple floors and is a great time/place to go after eating at a nearby restaurant. I personally didn't get any food here, but outside of that it seems like a great place to chill with a group of friends, play retro video games, play duck pins, and watch a game. read more

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My husband and I had an enjoyable time with another couple doing duckpin bowling. We love this type of bowling compared to regular bowling since I have back problems. They don't offer food, however, they do have a drink menu. My husband liked their beer list, however, I wasn't a huge fan. I really like different types of Belgian quads and tripels which they didn't carry. I also like various dessert stouts which they also didn't carry. The service was just okay as they were really packed. We've come here at various times of day, and they've always been packed. That said, we often can't play most of the games with the exception of the duckpin bowling, which usually has a wait time too. It's a really cool atmosphere with lots to do, however, we just don't usually get to do it because of the crowds. read more

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Great place to party with friends and family of all ages. They let you bring in your own food! But drink their beverages. Terrific selection of beers on tap, and quality bourbon. 5-star is missing because the bar is terribly slow. Avoid all cocktails. They are too busy on a Saturday to do them right, and there are plenty of other options. Some of the staff are amazingly energetic and having fun. Kudos to the skinny bearded waiter that kept a great attitude under pressure. read more

Pins Mechanical - Hazed & Confused - too sweet - Bowling Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Looking for fun for the whole family? Check out Pins Mechanical Company! Located downtown it's a great stop for friends, family. dates, or specialty events! This arcade style bar is open concept with a multitude of free arcade and yard games game play! From treasured classics to new and modern there's something for everyone! If you're a local you already know and if you are just visiting, be sure to stop in! Lots of unique and fantastic drink options with daily drink specials & kids options from the many multi level bars, friendly staff, and duck pin bowling for $6 per person! A perfect family spot with mostly stool and high top seating. Make sure to bring your own food/snacks or order a pizza next door as they do not have any food available but allow you to bring your own! We had so much fun! read more

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VISIT THIS PLACE! The arcade is free and there's an abundance of great games! Duckpin bowling was a bit of wait time, but they have a great system for it. Drinks are so fun!!! We'll definitely be back. This place speaks to my childhood all the way to my current age! What a great addition to this area! read more

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Stopped in to check out Pins today and it is so cool! I would highly recommend. The old school games on the first floor had us hooked for about an hour and then we went downstairs and noticed the bowling!!! Yes we had to try it and it was a blast. I'm sure we missed a lot so we will definitely be returning read more

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We go here at least once every couple months! Great drinks, and lots of fun games to choose from. Duckpin bowling is so much fun, and there aren't many other places nearby to try it! read more

Pins Mechanical - beer + carrie fischer cocktail - Bowling Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

I had the BEST time at Pins Mechanical last Saturday as a group of us celebrated a friend's birthday! Can you believe this was my first time at any of the Pins Mechanical? Well, it was and boy, was I impressed! The space is massive, which is good because it stays BUSY! I was there for over 4 hours and the fun never died down. Most of the activities are absolutely free and there's a ton of arcade machines to choose from. Our party hung out for a few hours while we waited for our reservation for two bowling lanes. The place was busy, sure, but never so loud that we couldn't hear each other. Bowling was fun as well. I was terrible at it, naturally, but this isn't the type of place bowling professionals visit. I'm notoriously cheap when it comes to paying for drinks but didn't feel like the prices were too bad here. I got a $5 non-alcoholic slushie as well as a $12 "Carrie Fisher" - a rum, coconut drink with a large stick of rock candy on top. Can you tell I like sugar? Haha! I'll be visiting the Pins Mechanical in Columbus soon and that location has pinball machines! I can't wait! read more

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Step aside, Punch Bowl - there's a new game lover's paradise in town. 16-Bit Arcade's reincarnation has finally arrived, this time joining forces with another beloved Ohio favorite, Pins Mechanical. Kids welcome during the afternoon, but 21+ only after 8 PM (yes, they do card). Expect light crowds and easy parking prior to the dinner rush, but once evening hits people have arrived in force since opening day. There is no food for sale at Pins, but you are welcome to bring your own in. The hosts at the front are some of the most lovely people you'll ever meet. For newcomers, you'll get a quick run-down: 1st floor has a full bar, The Cage (where you'll sign up for duckpin bowling and bocce courts), the bocce court, free arcade games courtesy of 16-Bit behind the first floor bar, and scattered free games like giant Connect 4, giant Jenga, and ring hook. Basement floor has yet another full bar, duckpin bowling, and pinball machines and other games that you'll need quarters for. Use the ATM on site and convert to coins at the next machine! Tables and chairs abound aplenty to lounge with your crew while you wait for games. Stairs are the easiest way to get between floors, but I didn't see an obvious elevator for those who may be handicapped. The bar is chaotic as with any busy place, where they'll have a rotating lineup of local and staple beers on tap. Specialty cocktails are also available, as are mocktails. All of the staff we interacted with were really warm and personable. For a fun conversation, ask any of the crew members about their uniform and they'll explain that the name on their shirt is not actually personalized - they could be Rita one day and Clyde the next. Games are actually quite affordable, your only limitation will be that on busy nights you can only sign up for one game at a time. However, that means the wait is usually only about 30 min. Up to 4 bowlers are allowed at a time at a lane, and no need to rent out questionably cleaned shoes. They'll send you a text when your lane is ready so feel free to meander inside or get a snack while you wait! Washrooms are located near the back corner on the first and basement floors and yes, the sinks are shared between genders. Just try not to walk into the wrong gender's stalls! read more

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Great concept to come to West 25th - only wish Pins opened sooner! It's a great place to bring kids before 8 pm, after which it's 21+. My favorite drink is the Hulk Hogan as it comes with an original bomb pop, bringing me back to childhood, in blueberry vodka and lemonade. I tried the Hazed & Confused with gin, lavender, lemon, and basil, but it was a bit underwhelming and not a lot of flavor. There are so many fun arcade games included like Pacman and skee-ball. No need to bring coins like the old arcades. For a fee you can go downstairs to play duckpin bowling which is super fun as well. They have special deals like free kids bowling and soda til 8pm on Sundays, free bowling on Mondays after 8pm, and 2 for 1 duckpin bowling on Tuesdays. read more

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A free arcade is one thing. But a free arcade with absolutely incredible bartenders/hosts is another. We're visiting Cleveland from California and we're blown away at the awesome bar service received from Lorenzo and Show(hopefully I spelled that right) they represented this establishment in the best way possible. Friendly, helpful, had great recommendations, and most importantly, Good people. The arcade was awesome, my kids loved it, the drinks were great, we will definitely be returning whenever we visit. Thank you Lorenzo, Show and Pin mechanical! We definitely felt welcomed. read more

We've celebrated my son's birthday here the past 2 years. Bring in your own pizza from down the street and grab ice cream afterwards. It's the perfect spot and Sho made it extra special for him this year with outstanding service! read more

My teenage daughter and I came to play duckpin bowling. The staff was nice, bowling was fun and the place has so much to do. They had lots of free classic video games like Mario, QBert, and Centipede. I would definitely go back again if we are in the area. read more

Pins Mechanical is fun. Located on West 25, it's a new bar that's filled with classic arcade games like Pac-Man, Space Invaders, and other vintage entertainment. It's super popular with the young crowd, so be prepared for that! Pins has a great beer selection. I always love when hard cider is on tap because it goes down like candy! We all were able to get our drinks swiftly and the cocktails ordered by my friends were strong and well-mixed. Be prepared that it gets loud and crowded fast. If you need a table or high-top, be ready to be patient and wait it out. The vibe in here can be a bit overwhelming if you're not a lover of crowds, so try to come at an off time and you can really appreciate it and play the games. This is a nice addition to West 25! read more

Pins Mechanical - Bowling Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

This place was so fun and great for a freezing cold day. They have quite a few drink options and lots of free games. Our group had a lot of fun spending some time here while visiting from out of town for a friends weekend. read more

Big Fun to have if you enjoy, NO...LOVE GAMES! After a Sunday Brunch in Tremont, what is there to do? Head to OH City for some old skool excitement! We met new friends at Brunch (much younger) who invited them to join them. Why not? "When Life Gives You Balls, Play with Them" For Free, you can play game after game after game and for $1 you can play the oldest games created! Grab a beer or a fun-named cocktail or two and sweat and laugh for hours! Bring your PinBall Wizard skills, your curve ball arm for DuckPin and your quick reflexes for FoosBall. Miss playing Space Invaders, Centipede, Pac Man and Galaxa? Miss them no longer! Any game that makes your heart thump IS H-E-R-E! Just bring the Kid in You! I would have given 5 (stars) but it was so stuffy and hot downstairs! How bout some Giant Fans! read more

I have been to the Pins in Columbus and my family was looking forward to having some fun but the evening turned out to be anything but fun. Many of the video games were broken and it was an hour's wait for duck pin bowling. We made the most of our wait, but even that was awful because it took forever to get a drink from the bar. When we were paged for duck pin bowling, it turned out they made a mistake and put us down for the bocce court reservation, even though when booking it my wife asked how many can play duckpin bowling and was told eight (we had 12 people with us). Again, we made the most of the bocce court while we waited for duck pin bowling. After 35-40 minutes or so, we opted to leave as it wasn't much fun for eight people to watch four others roll a bocce ball. In a place that size, the service shouldn't suck, but it did. And after the mistake of booking us for bocce instead of duck pin bowling, you'd think they would have given us the next available lane, but alas, nearly 40 more minutes passed and we just left. The best thing about this place is the sign (pictured). read more

Pins Mechanical - Bowling Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

What a fun space! Decent beer selection, their cocktail menu looked fun but they also have a full bar if you want a simple drink instead. No food service (hopefully in the future) but you are welcome to bring your own food in to enjoy. PLENTY of games and space for large parties and kids. We personally enjoyed the duck bowling quite a bit! read more

Great place to take almost everyone. Only wish that they wouldn't turn the lights down low at a certain time. It's far too dark and makes a person sleepy which isn't a good combo if you're driving home. Tip they recently added a claw machine upstairs. I'm pretty good at those and this one is a rip off. I put a ton of money in and it never even tried to grip anything. Several others did the same. I'm not a big drinker, but it would be nice if they had fun drinks that weren't alcoholic to the menu. read more

An incredibly cool spot to grab a drink with friends. The all ages approach with the ability for people to bring in their own food really provides a platform for wonderfully eclectic people watching. read more

Pins Mechanical - Bowling Near Me - Cleveland, Ohio

Such a fun spot to visit with friends or bring a date! The games (except bowling) are free of charge. Bowling is $6 per person They have a pretty extensive drink menu as well which is nice. I came here with my partner on a weekday night and it wasn't too packed. The atmosphere is really nice, the games are pretty fun, and the drinks weren't too expensive. Overall highly recommend! read more

What a great way to bring back the nostalgia of old school pin ball with an extra twist. This place is great to enjoy at any point with or without kids. Once you walk in, it's big and open so can be a bit overwhelming as I haven't been there once without it being packed which is good for business. Top floor offers reservations for bowling (located downstairs) with a horseshoe game, giant Jenga, soccer shots and lots of tables and areas for you and your party to enjoy multiple games. Downstairs is the bowling as I mentioned which has to be reserved at the main desk. It's a different type of bowling so it takes some getting used to but still fun. On the other side of the floor is a room of pinball machines which my family loves. They have the old school, get some change machine and each one takes a certain amount of quarters. So many to choose from so even if it's busy there is a good chance that you still can grab a machine. They also have a foosball table. Both floors have a bar area to order drinks, regular and alcohol and they have all been pretty good. Only downside is they don't serve any food but you're allowed to bring outside food. Regardless still a great time to be had and lots to do. Just scope out restaurants or pizza in the area to bring inside with you in case you get hungry. read more

Fun place for a company outing! There is enough space for folks to move around and not feel like they are on top of each other. The light bright wall was a hit for a picture moment and it unexpectedly fun getting it put together. read more

My bachelor party and I loved this bar! Free arcade games and awesome drinks. Our first night we spent hours here just hanging out having a good time. Staff was super friendly too. I've been to other 16-bit (or 4-bit, or any bits) and this was one of the best. Definitely check it out! read more

I am thrilled this place is on W25. Brought some curry in from across the street and got tall IPAs to compliment it. I felt like my own pairing sommelier. Time flies when you're in there, my girlfriend and I must've played 8 games of ski ball before we realized a half hour passed. I loved playing Frogger and watching her try her hand at Sonic at the game stations they have set up. I forgot how good I used to be at Pac-Man too what a fucking classic. Also a great place to watch a game or play giant jenga or bowl. Love what that place is- fun for the neighborhood. read more

What a great place for adults to bring their kids but still get drunk! Great atmosphere, lots of pinball machines, and duckpin lanes, perfect for little ones. It would be a decent place to have a birthday as well. My only concern is their lack of food, no kitchen whatsoever. It makes the surrounding restaurants up charge for their food, but I think people generally would be willing to spend money on food especially when they're drinking. Regardless the location is clean, easy to maneuver, staff is available, very happy to have discovered this, will definitely revisit. Kids loved it, that's the most important thing read more

PINS is always a good time with a good group of friends. Service is good. Does depend on the night if it is a little slow... to be expected with how crowded it can get. I haven't had the food so can't say much but it is a fun time read more

Had a very good time here bowling and Sipping, nice and comfortable environment had a blast here with family and friends and prices was kool aswell read more