We went on a Saturday afternoon and it was not too packed. You receive a badge bracelet which can…read morebe scanned at a bunch of game stations. We tried all of them. Most were pretty boring and not interactive. I only enjoyed the racing game and throwing balls at monsters. Later that day you will receive an email with some pictures and videos. Paying $38 per person is unreasonably expensive for such experience.

Took my five year old and we had a great time. All of the games and activities are straightforward…read moreso the kids can operate them without help. The machines put your name and face up on the game when you log in which my son loved. There are nine different activities and multiple stations for each, so we never had to wait for anything. It was a fun way to spend an hour, and they email you some clips from your activities afterwards which is a cute touch. There is a small gift shop at the end, but parents shouldn't worry the products are actually much cheaper there than online.

I'd give it 3.5 stars. I got the Trio package for our 3 boys that included a round of mini golf,…read more$15 in arcade game credits and a round of laser tag. The arcade games are pretty expensive and they blew through the $15 in less than 15 mins. The mini golf course was short and compacted on the main floor so the courses were not as fancy or intricate as some larger outdoor mini golf courses. The boys finished all 18 holes in less than 30 mins all by themselves. The laser tag was fun too. The vests were pretty big and heavy and it looked so big our littlest guy but he held his own. It seemed crowded when the summer camp group of kids were there, but when they all left, it wasn't crowded at all. Coming from LA, where anything fun is crowded, it was nice to not have to wait in long lines. We wanted to try the laser maze, but it wasn't working. The workers were all teenagers, and the manager guy looked maybe early 20's but they were all helpful. It was fun to spend a couple hours in the hot afternoon being indoors.

This was a fun spot to check out and play a round of mini golf. I was initially nervous the monster…read moretheme would be a little too much for the kids. But they loved it, especially the gigantic green monster that would occasionally pop up and tower over the course. There are many different packages you can purchase. I ended up going with the combo golf and arcade package. It was a fairly good deal and I knew there was no way I would be getting out of this place without my kids playing a few rounds of Air Hockey and Skee-ball. I also enjoy a good arcade game myself. Some of the games, not all of them, dispense digital tickets. We managed to collect enough to get some fun toys including a spider that would crawl down a wall and an ice cream cone where you can launch the ice cream right off. My son thought this was the best invention ever! Overall, our time here was spectacular. We can't wait to visit again!

Lucky strike deserves more than five stars. The service, staff, & ambiance were amazing. I…read morecelebrated my mother's birthday here w/ other family members& it was everyone's first time -- but it definitely won't be our last. Our server was very attentive & made sure we were set for our celebration. Despite it being pretty busy, there were no mistakes at all! The food was delicious & the drinks were just right. The chicken wings & chicken tacos were a 11/10!! We'll definitely be back for another celebration.

Came here for their launch party and I enjoyed it! The lanes are nice and clean and new. Variety of…read morebowling ball weights. I wish they had the fan to dry your hands but that was the only thing I felt was missing. The servers were pretty active in coming to greet us. Their pizza was tasty and a good deal during the party. Beware small fountain drink cost $6 though! I also love their arcade games! Like Dave and Busters but with some unique arcade games like axe throwing and a slushee filling game. I wish they have more games that cost fewer credits like 1,2, or 3 to finish up the card. Most games cost 4-6 swipes. I enjoyed bowling here and would come back! Conveniently located in Tyson's corner mall with free parking outside the entrance.

Hubs and I went to Reclaim Arcade on a Sunday afternoon. It was fun…read more There were so many pin ball machines and video games, I couldn't get to all of them. There were a lot of people there that resulted in some waiting for popular machines. There are other machines to play while waiting. There were a lot of kids there and it was noisy. If you are sensitive, that might be an issue. I was able to simply ignore it. The outside space was used as the smoking pad, so I avoided it. There is food available but we didn't get a chance to try it. We will go back. It was good, clean fun that reminded me of a simpler time.

This place is so cool! We stopped by on a whim and were very pleasantly surprised…read more The front person was very nice and let us look around before paying $10 for unlimited game play! I just love the scroller games like TMNT, X-Men, and The Simpsons. They had Street Fighter, Mortal Kombat AND lots of pinball! We ended up eating here, and split the loaded fries and pizza burger. The burger was a bit bland, so I would recommend maybe a different one. It did come with fries though, so plan accordingly. I really liked the loaded fries, but we had left overs.

I've been here a few times and it's always a fun experience outside of the normal bar and…read morerestaurant scene. It's in the Union Market area, and it's helpful that a parking garage is connected to the building. The race simulators are really fun, but a night out there can get pricy, especially with food. I'd go during happy hour (Mon-Fr, 3-6) and catch the food specials to get more bang for your buck.

I've visited several F1 Arcade locations, and this one is by far the worst, and it's not close. On…read morea recent weekend visit, the venue was dirty, service was slow, and the food looked inedible. The drinks were overpriced and weak. Worse, some staff were outright rude, with communication and behavior that bordered on unprofessional for an international brand of this caliber. The new GM (Ralph) clearly has serious work to do on staff training and accountability. I spoke with people from other bars in the area, and even they're baffled this location is still operating. After my second visit here, I understand exactly why. Bottom line: Poor service, poor value, poor experience. There are far better ways to spend your night and your money in D.C. Hopefully they can turn it around, but it will take some workforce development.

In the heart of the Merriweather District is the GameOn Columbia location. This location has two…read morebars, and a ton of arcade machines. I remember there was a Dance Dance Revolution machine if I remember correctly and a Guitar Hero arcade machine. This one I believe has the largest selection of games and is possibly the largest location out of the 4 locations GameOn offers. The service, food, and cocktails are great and they provide a nice laid-back experience that makes a great date night or day activity with your family!

This place is chaos in the best possible way…read more Game On in the Merriweather District is basically your inner child with adult money. The arcade selection is legit. Not a couple random machines tucked in a corner, but enough games to keep you busy way longer than you planned. The cocktails? Oh they're gimmicky. Fully. And that's the fun of it. They're colorful, dramatic, a little extra, and totally fit the vibe. If you want a quiet, serious cocktail moment, this isn't that. If you want something playful in your hand while you dominate skee ball, you're in the right spot. Now the food -- this surprised me. The cheesesteak egg rolls are a must. Crispy, cheesy, packed with flavor. Absolutely order them. The buffalo chicken sliders were also a win. Messy in the best way, saucy, juicy, and perfect for grazing between games. What really made it though was the staff. They genuinely look like they're having a good time working there. Not fake smiles. Real energy. That kind of vibe changes everything and makes you want to hang out longer. Game On knows exactly what it is and leans all the way in. Fun first, good food, playful drinks, great energy. We'll be back.

From the outside looking in, you wouldn't know what kind of fun is waiting for you behind that…read morefront door. Walking inside was like walking back into my childhood arcade days. That being said, there's putt putt golf, and arcade, snack shack, gift shop, and a VR (virtual reality) room. There's a bundle deal that you can buy that gives you a round of putt putt golf (18 holes), the arcade, and VR room. The golfing is fun, it's horror themed and there's music playing which makes for a good ambience. The arcade, which is pretty much scattered throughout the entire establishment, is really fun. There's all kinds of games for all kinds of age groups and some of the games give you tickets which can be used to get gifts from the gift shop. The snack shack has the kinds of food you would expect them to have like pizza, chicken tenders, french fries, and a bunch of candies and drinks. The virtual reality room is a lot of fun, i've tried the zombie one and the paranormal house game. Both of them were a lot of fun, but they have a lot of other options to choose from that aren't horror related. They also have a sensory night for kids or adults who struggle with bright lights and louder noises. I totally recommend 10/10. PS: I had the day's high score for their basketball game. Best day of my life.

Definitely a great spot for kids up to about 15 -- after that they may feel like they've outgrown…read moreit, but for that age range it's a perfect outing. The mini golf course has a fun, spooky theme that keeps the energy up the whole time, and the black light setup makes it feel like more of an experience than just a standard putt-putt round. The staff was friendly and made sure everyone was having a good time without being intrusive. The environment is well kept and the layout flows nicely so you're not constantly waiting around. Reasonably priced for what you get, and a solid option if you're looking for something different to do with the kids in the area.

While I enjoy living in Arlington, I gotta say it's a bit depressing and that a majority of the…read morebars in Arlington are either sports bars or pubs. The lack of a fun barcade feels a bit depressing. That's why I love that GameOn is in DC on U St and especially that Continues Arcade in Alexandria exists!!! Continues Arcade is fairly new and it's been a wonderful edition to the suite of bars in the DC Metro region. The owners are active on the business' TikTok page and I enjoy it a lot. You can tell they really enjoy video games. As a former full time reporter that worked at The Verge and IGN it's always refreshing to see business owners so engaged and passionate about gaming and turn that passion into an arcade to celebrate the games of yesteryear. Especially given the ongoing memory shortage that's causing gaming consoles to spike up to unprecedented numbers and no signs of the price of hardware going down. Nevertheless, Continues Arcade offers community gaming fun. With an expansive menu of food and drinks, solid hours, parking nearby, and an 8-10 min walk from the Braddock Rd metro station, this location is ideal for multiple options of travel whether you're driving, rideshare or public transit. I really enjoyed their selection of arcade machines. Space Invaders, Crazy Taxi, Dance Dance Revolution, even the The House of the Dead 2 is on-site!! I like that they are also taking feedback on arcade machines they want customers to look into tracking down with a form to complete and all! Seriously I can't recommend this place enough. If they ever feel compelled to expand I pray to god they look into opening a location in Arlington!!

We had a great time bringing our nephew and his friends here for lunch. The retro arcade was a lot…read moreof fun, although it was a bit crowded during our visit. The menu offered a wide variety of options, and everything we tried was excellent. I ordered the fried catfish sandwich, which was delicious, though a little challenging to eat without making a mess. Definitely worth it, though. I'd happily return for a similar outing. The only thing to keep in mind is the table time limit. I completely understand why they have it--it helps prevent people from camping at tables--but it does create a bit of "clock anxiety." If you're planning to eat and play games, it's probably easier to focus on one and then the other rather than trying to do both at the same time. Overall, a fun spot with great food and a nostalgic arcade atmosphere.

We visited here for the first time and the kids had fun! There was ample parking in front and the…read morestaff was friendly. My kids ages 6 and 11 enjoyed the mini golf, laser maze, bowling, and arcade. It wasn't too crowded, however we went on a Monday shortly after opening. We probably wouldn't do the mini golf again just because my youngest wasn't able to hit as many and there was a handful of people following us. (They recommend 5 tries and then you move on to the next hole to keep the line moving.). Bowling is 2 mini lanes but they enjoyed that as well as the arcade games.

We had our son's birthday party here and it was flawless thanks to Nick, Frank and the staff. The…read moreservice is exceptional and they are so easy to work with. It was a bit slow at first but the kids all ended up having so much fun with the mini golf and arcade. No one wanted to leave! They even gave everyone another free pass as a parting gift (part of the package) If you're looking for a fun, stressful bday party for kids 7-10, look no further!

When you think of "fun things to do in Arlington," people often suggest going to a bar or hitting…read moreup Punchbowl Social, and while those aren't the worst ideas, Arlington imo severely lacks a ton of places where you can have good, clean, sober fun. That's why I really enjoy Pinball Basement. Located at the UPSIDE on Moore Food Hall, if you've ever been to the Rosslyn metro station, there's a very strong chance you probably didn't see this place. A large suite of Pinball machines, this spot can easily sink a few hours in, and you wouldn't even notice the time. There are even a few retro games that help fill the void left by the lack of an arcade in Arlington, despite DC and Alexandria having at least one in their cities. Pinball Basement will also host tournaments and a Pinball league, and it even offers a monthly membership that lets you play unlimited games. Of course, there's also a Day Pass if you're passing through or visiting family/friends.

Heads up: Some of the reviews here are for a different pinball basement location. This location has…read moremaybe 10 machines. $10 for unlimited play which might seem expensive but it was a lot of fun trying all the machines. And I definitely felt like I got my moneys worth. This location also has a pie shop with great pie & pie milk shakes etc but it does not have the pizza mentioned in the other reviews.