I took my grandson to NickelRama a little over a week ago, while he was visiting from Ohio…read more Having never been, I had no expectations other than to think we were going to an "arcade." I had looked up NickelRama online just to verify that fact, and in so doing I read that all the arcade games were, go figure, a "nickel!" Anyhoo, what I did not realize was that NickelRama are a chain of "play for tickets" arcades, where one may then redeem the tickets for "prizes," akin to that which one might imagine winning at a carnival "Guess Your Age/Weight Booth," where number of prizes range from a stick of chewing gum or pencil topper on the low end to perhaps something electronic on the far upper end, depending on the number of tickets being redeemed. My grandson was fully aware of what we were getting into, as I quickly learned. After we made entry and each received our initial $10.00 purchase of 200 nickels, presented to us loose, in plastic cups, he immediately began searching the arcade for what he determined to be the game that would result in us accumulating the most tickets. This was not his first rodeo and he certainly knew the "name of the game" was quantity over quality, as far as ticket acquisition goes. The idea that we might challenge one another in some friendly video game mano a mano competition was quickly replaced by us challenging an electronically crafted gizmo to give up the most tickets possible, for later turn-in and prize procurement! As such was inevitable, he found THE game and thus, the challenge was on. It took us each about 45 minutes to burn through our 200 nickels. Well, I actually left the particular game and sought some variety of play, after about 160 or so nickels. That was short lived however, as I quickly realized my grandson's assessment was correct and the game to which he remained attached was the one that was most generous in spitting out tickets. Hence, I returned to sit beside him at the adjacent game and fed the remainder of my nickels into the machine. When our nickel cups were empty, I urged my grandson to walk about and seek out other possible games, but he quietly reminded me none were as generous as the one we'd just left. Still, I was seeking variety so, I enticed him with an additional cup of 100 nickels. He retrieved the cups and we began playing a game somewhat similar to THE game, but as he pointed out it just wasn't as lucrative. So, we went back to the machines we first sat at and fed. After a short period, we both were done and ready to feed our tickets into the Ticket Counters for tabulation. The ticket counters, booth count AND slice the tickets in half so they may not be reused/recounted. As our tickets were counted, he was declared the winner, by his count exceeding mine, by about 800 tickets! In total, we had a combined give or take 5300 tickets, with which he could now utilize to "shop" for prizes. With an "All-in" investment of just at $40, including the $5 entry fee for each of us to the NickelRama, he was able to get a tiny rubber eraser, a pair of large foam dice, and a plastic foam ball pop gun. In the end, I considered it money well spent, since the goal of the trip was to spend some quality time out with my grandson. He had fun and I had fun! He was shown that he was valued by my following his lead in our quest. And, he outperformed me in the acquisition of tickets! If you're looking to spend some time with your little ones and you want them to feel good about themselves, a NickelRama can fill that need! If you go, just keep in mind, that the quality is not in the prizes but in the time spent together! Live well. Be well. Cheers!

We checked this place out recently and had a good time. The people at the front desk were friendly…read moreand informative. There are a variety of games and it's decently priced. My daughter had a blast. She collected enough tickets to win some cool prizes. Some of the games weren't working, but we got to enjoy most of them. It was a fun way to spend an hour or so.

It went so well and just an amazing vibe there me and my family loved it there I definitely…read morerecommend going.

We had so much fun taking my 11 year old granddaughter. There definitely was a bottleneck entering…read morebut it was due to waivers which are necessary.

I'm sorry - but the A/C needs to work by cooling down the whole place. It's summer in Texas. Having…read moreto stand in front of fans and vents to cool off is not ideal. People were nice but will save any future trips here for the winter. Also, the mix of music wasn't diverse enough on adult night. We'll see next time - there will be hopefully, just not while it's scorching outside.

The lady was super mean and kicked me out for going fast im a skilled skater so it's more my paceread more

Is Wizard Wayne still in business?…read more would love to book a party. We went to his castle today, but nobody answered. Looks like a neat place for my twin daughter's birthday in October.

Book a fun get-together with Wizard Wayne in his mini castle and learn how to cast spells like that…read morePotter fella! Friends, family, or your club will enjoy a visit here. No rules against dressing up. Might as well get another use out of your Halloween gear. Overcast, gloomy weather is best for photos here, what else were you doing?

Used this company for my wedding and was very pleased with everything! They were great to work…read morewith, did most everything over the phone. Worked with me to get the menu and budget that I wanted just right. The service was prompt, efficient, on time - overall excellent, and the food was outstanding. I wanted lots of "small bites" rather than a standard dinner buffet, and they came up with some great selections - including passed h'orderves. We also used them for bar-tending services and the guys were great and friendly. All in all this was a great choice and I would highly recommend them to anyone in the area. Their address lists Dallas but they have a facility in Addison so that works out well.

** update: Just got an email from Dallas consumer compliance. "Today I did compliant inspection at…read morePreston Plaza at Your Service Catering. During my inspection I observed cross contamination. Citation was issued."** Even after reading several bad reviews, I decided to give AYS a try(bad choice). Main point of contact is Autumn (she does not have anything to do with the execution of the dishes nor the service of the caterers at your event). Autumn was relatively easy to deal with while I changed my mind several times about what to serve at the wedding. This trait stopped after they were fully paid. AYS did not contribute much when I asked for an Asian Fusion menu. My planner suggested several items and AYS had to consult a third party for research. The result was not executed very well. The items served at the wedding was not the same as what was served during tastings (or even the final menu drafted by AYS) and there was no consistency. Guests with special dietary restrictions were not given the correct plate. Gluten-free mother & child were sitting at the same table. Mother received gluten free plate, but child did not. The mother had the server return it to the kitchen & the same plate was brought out again. Guests from both sides of the room & different tables stated that they never got any water refills after the pre-set cup. Guests also said that the asian custard/fruit/wedding cake was not served evenly (some stated they got no custard/no fruit/wedding cake and some stated they only got a sliver of wedding cake)-I went home with the ENTIRE BOTTOM TIER OF WEDDING CAKE. How is that possible? After the wedding was over, I emailed AYS. I did NOT ask for a refund but simply an explanation. I received a forwarded email from John (owner of AYS) that stated that he was there for the plating of the salad & entree and that AYS did nothing wrong. He stated that everything was gluten-free and the cause of confusion was due to table # switching. If AYS did nothing wrong, why did multiple guests say they had no water? If the plates were all gluten free, why was there a discrepancy between mother & child's plates? Why did guests complain of discrepancy in dessert plates? If nothing was wrong, why was there a bartender taking pictures in my photobooth? Why were my guests not ID'd for alcohol? Throughout the process, they dealt with my planner. However, with these issues, they refuse to speak with my planner and stated that they would only speak with me about the matter. After the first initial email with the excuses, I have not received any subsequent emails clarifying my questions. Instead, they would rather spend their energy refuting bad reviews rather than providing better-quality service.

Fun for kids and adults who act like kids! Like me! If the kids and I are in Texas, we're going to…read moreObstacle Warrior Kids! The Good: Are you and your kids active? Do you watch Ninja Warriors? Then this is the spot for you! Indoor facility with a variety of obstacles for kids that adults can also partake in, just gotta sign a waiver. Groupon usually has group packages and they also have birthday parties here. I saw one going on yesterday and the staff assisting the party was awesome! Areas for the tiny ninjas too The Bad: They just got swamp coolers, air conditioning either wasn't working or they just didn't use it. Either way you came to sweat so it's really not that bad. Also, the foam bricks will get you all dusty and possibly in the eye, I speak from experience. Just be cautious. You signed the wavier. The Ugly: bathrooms but their bathrooms. Cope. Fantastic place, I will always bring my kids here during summer vacations to Texas!

Hot AF! No AC currently and it's hot! Middle of summer on a Sunday and every one and their mother…read moreis here . . . . Literally! (Haha, I crack myself up. Must be the heat.) they got a really great guy at the front counter with an amazing and positive attitude and so good with games with the kids. Never heard of the Zombie tag game but the kids loved it. Fans throughout to keep the parents cool. Our annual stop when we are in town and the kids loved it as always. A little workout midday to wear them out is always a bonus. Located inside Firewheel definitely bring your kids in! ***upon further review I assume the owner is cheap because the recurring theme is to turn the AC off in the summer time. Sad! You charge enough and have enough customers to make it comfortable for your patrons. Will report to the County/City Public Health Board. We will see if the fine is cheaper.

Kristen is amazing, responds so quickly and sent my daughter the most beautiful balloon arrangement…read morefor her birthday. Followed up with a photo when delivered. She is a true pleasure to work with and I would give her 10 stars if I could. Thank you Kristen for bringing sunshine to my daughters birthday!

I was very pleased with Kristen. She was easy to contact and professional. She listened to my…read moreconcerns and was very accommodating. Her delivery was on time. Thank you for making my event memorable. The kids really enjoyed playing with the balloons.

Highly recommend this place for a party, especially if you don't want to do ANYTHING they do…read moreeverything from start to finish. Everything was perfect, the food we ordered from them, goody bags, entertainment. I highly recommend them.

Having attended 4 parties I think I have a good opinion of this place…read more It's a nice facility with good quality props and birthday decor. The staff depends on the party chosen. The themes range from Frozen to Mickey Mouse to Pirates & Princesses. Certain parties are an up charge of $150. Speaking of prices, it should be mentioned that this place isn't cheap. This is a 'get what you pay for' situation. Spending $800+ on a party here wouldn't be surprising. However, they are a full-service party place and handle pretty much anything you can think of.

Everything felt straightforward from the beginning. My questions were answered clearly, and I never…read morefelt rushed or ignored. I appreciated the attention to detail and would happily choose this place again.

Let me tell you how Mark, the owner at Balloon Kings, turned into a total birthday superhero this…read moreweekend! My 7-year-old niece is obsessed with Peppa Pig, and in the whirlwind of party planning, I realized two hours before the party that I completely forgot to order balloons. I needed something cute and simple, so I called Balloon Kings right after they opened at 10am, explained my situation, and within 60 seconds, Mark texted me a Peppa Pig bouquet example that was spot-on. I asked to fill it out with extra pink and yellow latex balloons, to which he said, "No problem." Not only was the order adorable and exactly what we needed, but it was also ready for pickup in under an hour. Talk about coming through in the clutch! The balloons were a hit :-). Kids loved them, adults loved them, and the party instantly felt more festive. There's just something about balloons that brings out joy at any age, and Balloon Kings gets that. Mark's attention to detail, warm personality, and "I got your back" energy really stood out. You can tell he takes pride in making every order feel important, whether it's for a small birthday party or a big event. Highlights: *Fast turnaround (especially in "emergencies"!) * Ordering is easy: online, via phone, or in person *Pickup or delivery available *Balloons come nicely bagged for transport *Custom designs for small or large events *Phenomenal customer service I'm a fan and I'll definitely be back for my balloon orders for all our celebrations this year. Thanks again, Mark, for saving the day...your cape awaits!!

Isaiah helped load me up and it was so quick and easy. I honestly didn't even have to get out of…read morethe car. They opened the trunk, loaded everything in and I was in and out in a matter of minutes. Excellent service.

Juan and his partner, Isaiah, are amazing! They always greet customers with professionalism,…read morekindness, and care. Whether it's an extremely busy day or a slower one, they're always quick to help and provide excellent service. Their hard work doesn't go unnoticed! they're out there working through the rain, blazing sun, and intense heat while maintaining a positive attitude. They truly deserve recognition and a raise for everything they do. Big D Party Rentals is lucky to have such dedicated employees!