It's a fun spot in a busy part of the night life area of downtown. I love sleeping ball, and we will pop in here just for a few friendly rounds of play and leave. I don't drink anymore, but when I did, I enjoyed the mixed drinks. The canned beverage selection is low. If you are a white claw or high noon girlie, don't expect more than one or two flavor options. I've also come for a girls night and we had a blast. Sometimes there will be a lot of machines down, and you may want to be aware that skew ball balls often end up in the wrong game, and one machine may have way more than another. Staff seems pretty used to these issues and handle them well. read more

The Max Retropub - Pubs Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Loved the decor, the music and the themed drink menu but was disappointed in the amount of games that were out of order as some were my preferred games to play at an arcade. The space on the right is jam packed with games and people and the main space seemed more spacious. The bartender we had was great. Attentive and quick. read more

The Max Retropub - Menu - Pubs Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Always a fun time. Good drink specials and fun games! This was another fun stop for the bar crawl. read more

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80's and 90's babies unite! They have such cool retro stuff. I only popped in to see what it was all about. The bartender was friendly and we talked for a bit. I liked all the decor. Flashbacks to my childhood! From stuff like the A-Team to Garfield. Man...my ADD brain was very entertained! I want to go back and try a couple of their quirky drinks and play some games, great nostalgia. We popped in on a week night about 10pm and there was a homeless man sitting having a beer and about 6 older guys playing games and one couple fighting in the back by the skeeball... so it felt "awkward " lol. But the place looked super cool so I 4 star it just for that alone....and I definitely want to go back during the day just to hang out and play. I'll do an update when that happens. Here is the website they have a listing of all their drinks https://maxretropub.com/ read more

The Max Retropub - Pubs Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Fun bar to visit with friends to relive childhood memories and play some old/classic arcade/video games such as skee-ball, pinball, Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, etc. from the 80s and 90s. Stays open late until 2 am on most nights. Different specials offered depending on the day of the week. The decor gives off a pleasant retro vibe. Plenty of street parking available downtown. The DJs play a good mix of EDM/dance/classic tracks. The bartenders make great video game themed cocktails and have a decent selection of beer, wine, liquor/shots, and non-alcoholic drinks as well. read more

This is a great bar! The concept is totally tubular! Great drinks at reasonable prices. Fun games to play and the music selection is incredible. Many of the games are out of order so that's kinda gnarly. read more

The Max Retropub - Nick playing Guns N' Roses. - Pubs Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

The max retropub is a fun and fabulous place to play games, enjoy delightful beverages, and test your pinball and/or skeeball skillz. There are amazing themes drinks and decor. Majda and her crew have got you covered read more

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All the old retro games were played as kids; Ms Pac Man, Defender, Skee ball, etc. retro awesome. Majda is an awesome bartender. You can't go wrong with an order from her. She's courteous, polite, and everything you'd want from friendly face at your local bar. Check 'em out. read more

The Max Retropub - Pubs Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Great place to play some skee ball, pinball, and other video games. Definitely will return when I'm back in Tulsa. Nice place to get some drinks with friends and play some games read more

I've been coming to this bar for yearsss. The bar owner is amazing: She's really fun and loves people. As long as you're not a dick, she's not a dick. But she can be mean, when youre forced to "drink something nasty" in front of everyone. Everyday in the week (besides Friday and Saturday ofc), there's a different event here. I come almost every Sunday to play free Bingo. Regular bingo allows you to roll a big squishy dice that gives different prizes; except that rolling a 5 forces you to "drink something nasty." Ray the bingo announcer, is very exciting and does his job very entertainingly! However since I work night shift, I haven't been able to come to any of the other events. However, the bar owner has put alot of creativity into these games and they sound really fun. "Live event" games aren't the only thing this bar has to offer. They have tons of 80s, 90s and 2000s arcade games. Don't forget the pinball! There's a great selection of alcomahols. 80s and 90s box TVs that actually work. There's also a large variety of retro memorabilia scattered throughout the whole bar. The bar owner is really cute too! If you haven't been to The Max, you definitely need to try it out! read more

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Great bar, love the DJ, she plays great hits . However you can no longer vape here which is kinda lame

I absolutely love this place. Walked in and was transported to my youth. They were simpler times ... The atmosphere is great, the people are all loving the vibe and the theme, and the service was quick. I didn't try any of the food but I will if I come back. read more

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Visited this past weekend while walking around downtown. A couple bartenders were incredibly rude. Will not be visiting again. If you're looking for a good time and decent service, go somewhere else. read more

I loved this place! The games are fun. A few of the joysticks need some upkeep but every game is playable and fun. They have a bunch of classic games and it just was so much fun! The bartenders and staff are very friendly and nice! Customer Service is awesome here and I loved every minute of the few hours I was there! read more

The Max Retropub - One of the Games - Pubs Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

The service sucked and the blue haired bartender kept messing up my drinks. I think she had some anger issues. She threw a handful of pop rocks packages at a customer for no reason. Definitely can't recommend this place. Service is a 1 star read more

The Max Retropub - The bar back - Pubs Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

This place is so fun. Lots of arcade games from the 80s and the bar is decent with good, fast service. This a great place to hang out with friends... very fun vibe read more

Great spot. Cool vibe, awesome atmosphere. Busy but bartenders get the job done. I will definitely go back. read more

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Great place! Wish the skeet ball stuff worked more. Drinks were creatively named and delicious! The area is prime to grab some food after near by! read more

I LOVE this place!! from the outside it kinda looks like a normal dive, but the second I walked in I was blown away!! The decorations inside are incredible, a ton of anti furs lining the walls and shelving units, a projector of old movies playing on the concrete wall, and gathered all around us, old arcade games. It an incredible environment!! And when you walk up to the bar, the variety of alcohol and options is absolutely beyond compare. The specific menu is absolute favorite thing! We met the owner, she's explains. We were each handed a glass of champagne and told to take our time. The menu was excellent, full of drinks named after old-school 80s & 90s cartoon characters and movies!- I order one of the fancy drinks that was a mix of a few different things... and it was topped with blue raspberry icee and pip-rocks!! Absolutely spectacular! For the eyes, & the taste buds!! read more

Been here a few time loved it every time! Great energy. Time Capsule Vibes definitely in my top five Downtown places read more

The Max Retropub - Happy Halloween! - Pubs Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Customer service great seating wise not so great neat and clean fun atmosphere plenty of games to keep you company

This is an 80's type bar with arcade games.  When you walk in you walk directly into or onto a small dance floor.  Tonight they had a DJ.  It's a little awkward to walk through people dancing but it is casual enough that it doesn't matter.  They have old time TV's above the bar and lots of 80's décor.  The dragon from Never Ending Story is hanging from the ceiling!  Lots of games to choose from including skee-ball.  The bar has some great concoctions using pop rocks and other fun decade appropriate items.  Gnarly in a good way!  A Tulsa must visit. read more

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I have mixed feelings about this place. It's awesome because the games are nostalgic and the drinks are fun. However, the restrooms aren't the best, the bar is sticky, and sometimes the machines take your tokens. This is a cool place to hang out, play games, drink, and be a big kid. I'd say The Max is one of a kind in Tulsa. I would give it a 3.5 but I'll opt for 4 stars specially since the staff is friendly. read more

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How am I the first person to write a review for this place? So if you appreciate pop culture from the 80's or early 90's you will immediately love this bar just seconds after walking in the door. Although I hate to say it, it's hipster heaven.. TVs everywhere playing episodes of Thundercats, Who's the Boss, Punky Brewster etc.. On the left is a terrific bar with a great selection of imports and domestics. Marshall's on tap. Served by very friendly bartenders and staff who work with smiles on their faces and are obviously thrilled to be working there. They now have a food menu featuring 'gourmet' junk food. The chili dog was the best hot dog I can remember having. Loaded with goodness. Also, this place is smoke-free, which is nice. The arcade-bar also features a very decent collection of 'classic' arcade games, including The Simpsons, Tron, Mortal Kombat 3, Marvel VS Capcom, Asteroids, Pacman, Tecmo Bowl etc... Very impressed with what they were able to put together, and apparently they will be switching these cabinets out every once in a while. Overall, it is hard NOT to love this place. Downtown Tulsa needed a new bar for people to get excited about, and this place definitely delivers on that. Just drive by on almost any night and you will see for yourself by the number of people inside and out. My one complaint? There are no ashtrays outside for people to put out their cigarettes. If you are going to draw in all the hipsters from the street and tell them they can't smoke inside (completely understandably), then please provide some kind of ashtray so I don't have to litter at the front door of my favorite new bar. Great work! Cheers! read more

The Max Retropub - Pubs Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

This place is a fun trip down memory lane. It has a bunch of old arcade games 80s kids grew up playing and they had throwback decorations. The drinks here are cheap but good. They have speciality cocktails to go with the retro theme which I find awesome and they also have a variety of craft beers in a can. We visited this spot twice - once on a Saturday night which was a mistake. We were at the front of the bar to order drinks and it took more than 15 minutes to get a drink. The bartenders didn't even make eye contact to let you know they will be right with you. On a busy weekend they had 2 bartenders and 3 bar backs which I feel the ratio should have been switched around to make sure everyone was taken care of. We each had a drink and left because of the long wait. We returned on a Tuesday afternoon and there was hardly anyone there, which was great because we had free reign of all the games. There was only one bartender at that time but she was attentive and quick to help those that were there. If you plan on visiting this location I would avoid weekends. There isn't a cover charge to go in on the weekends but expect to wait a long time for drinks and to use the games. read more

The Max Retropub - Pubs Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

We loved this place! Great drinks and service, awesome 90s throwback. Lots of vintage games and they even have a Zoltar!

Fun and kitchie. Drink were good. Unfortunately, all the really cool games were out of order.

A must for visitors and taking people out in Tulsa! The Max is one of the unique bars that make up the Blue Dome District in downtown Tulsa. They play or have exclusively 80s and 90s music and the bar is full of vintage arcade and video games that even the muddiest of duddies will love. They have an ecclectic menu with lots of fun drinks including frozen ones that taste like delicious alcoholic slurps--yum!! The crowd in here is super mixed in terms of age and group, which I love--no one is an Outsider at the Max (I was trying to make an Outsiders joke but I don't know if it worked there...) They also have super fun group trivia on Wednesday nights where you can win $50! Definitely a must--go, go go! read more

The rounder tan man was extremely rude and embarrassed me in front of my family. Sorry I'm epileptic and suffer from short term memory. He denied my service and moved on to others because I asked about a local beer but didn't know the name. He said he can't help me. read more

They say sometimes the smell or an experience can ignite a memory from your childhood. The Max Retropub combines all kinds of senses to warp you back into the 80's and 90's instantly. Walking in, I could tell my inner childhood come back to life. Coin operated Arcade machines, old CRT Televisions playing classic B rated movies, Posters of memorable 80's pop culture adorning the walls and just vivid colors everywhere. Music blaring old classics and drinks named after your favorite 80's icons. I ordered a few drinks and they are infused with pop rocks and pixi stick dust on the outer rim of a few drinks. Drinks range from 5-8 dollars and they have a menu book for you to look at while you ponder what might get your juices flowing. Any game you could think of, the Retropub has it. Although some of their machines could use some restoring as some games like NFL Blitz, the buttons stick and could seriously screw you over when you button mashing the throw button. If I lived in Tulsa, I could see myself hanging out here often every weekend. I definitely saw a lot of couples of what looked like a good place to take someone on a first date. Check this place out if you want a great atmosphere that will take you back in time. read more

The Max has a cool, casual vibe and is a great place to play a few vids while listening to solid 80's and 90's tunes. The staff is friendly and if you're there during the week it's not busy and tokens are easy to come by. The only thing this place is missing is a Golden Tee machine - hint, hint. read more

Love this place. The retro games, skee ball, and 80's themed drinks. The Jem is my favorite... it has pop rocks!

We were in town for 1 night and stumbled upon this place on yelp. The beers are cheap the games are awesome and the service is amazing. We're beer drinkers and they had $1 bud lights so obviously that's a 5 star for us! They also have a pop rocks drink which is a fan favorite, we saw one ordered and the people loved it! Too much sugar for me but I would definitely recommend ordering it! Also, nothing open in downtown Tulsa to eat after 8pm except donuts so make sure you eat before! Also be sure to check out the center of the universe a few back away! read more

The Max Retropub - Pop rocks drink. Made with blue and red slushee, alcohol of some sort and topped with pop rocks! - Pubs Near Me - Tulsa, Oklahoma

Great place to go with friends after dinner. Tons of fun and just like going back in time, refreshing idea! Only thumbs down was short staffed for being so busy, so hard to get a drink. Overall fun place. read more

The drinks are loaded with sugar and delicious, great beer selection and friendly bartenders. Super fun atmosphere. The games are always sticky and you'll lose half the tokens you bought to game malfunctions. You can tell the bartender about it and they'll give you a new token but after losing a token so often that becomes annoying and you'll have the same problem every time you go back. read more

Every time I've gone to The Max, I've had a blast. It's the only bar in Tulsa that not only provides great drinks but also great entertainment. At any other bar, I quickly get bored after sitting down with a drink for 10 minutes. The Max is great for a date night or for groups of friends. It's perfect for birthdays and big events but also for a night of boredom when you're just looking to be entertained. It's a fit for all ages - for anyone from 21 to 78. It's got an instant feeling of happiness - could be a combination of the awesome staff/bartenders, the fun music, and the nostalgia of the 80s atmosphere. Awesome, awesome place - Tulsa, you should be proud! read more

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First time being downtown and the first bar we hit was this spot and it was a really kool place to start.. will be back in two weeks.

When I heard this place existed I thought it was a dream. DREAMS DO COME TRUE! Add this bar to your list of places you take your out-of-town guests -I have never been anywhere like it. Retro televisions line around the bar playing classics like Saved By The Bell. And the gaming... my inner true gamer comes alive with these well preserved Pac Man and pinball machines. I am the reigning family Pac Man queen in my family -challenge me if you dare. There is bar seating and a couple tables in the back for when you get tired of gaming. Drinks are of plenty but I usually stick with beer here. Karaoke nights are supremely fun with a love DJ. Really, the whole area is fun in the Blue Dome District! read more

Hadn't heard of this place until I walked by it during the Blue Dome Art Festival. Went inside had a couple of drinks, played a few games and generally had a good time. I like the 80's movies playing over the bar. I don't imagine that most of the people in the bar were alive through the 80's but they seemed to be having fun with the retro tech. Not a bad way to kill some time downtown before or after you've eaten. read more

I was walking back to my hotel from a Drillers game and happened upon this bar. I saw arcade games from the sidewalk. Being a teen/young adult of the 80's, I pissed away many quarters and many an hour in video arcades. I ventured in. This was my first experience with a "barcade." Interesting, to be sure. Great beer selection. Many domestics, lots of crafts, something for everyone. They had $2 Coors Original on draft...so I was covered. The decor of the place made me chuckle...old tv's with 80's shows and commercials on a loop. Tons of 80's knick knacks on the walls: Devo, Pee Wee Herman, Terminator, ZZ Top...the list goes on. I've been to other retro-themed places, but the tackiness of this place made it a little better. I was there on a Thursday night, so it wasn't crowded. Service was either great or lousy, depending on which of the two bartenders was helping you. One guy sucked; he couldn't have been more "go to hell" if he tried. The other guy was great. I got to play "Defender" for an hour, but hell, now I had beer! What more can I say? I was transported back to my days of polo shirts, tight Levi's and Kaepa high tops with two sets of laces (on each shoe). Emerson wrote: "I covet truth; beauty is unripe childhood's cheat. I leave it behind with the games of youth." Well, I guess Emerson didn't have a Defender Jones and he wasn't being served icy cold Coors Original. Sorry, Ralph. I returned briefly on Friday, and it was a completely different vibe. Packed asshole to belly button, really loud, almost impossible to get a beer. The restroom was a mess. Still, it could be fun if you were in the right state of mind. Some sizzle chest was hogging the Defender, so I went with Tron. I waffled between 3 stars and 4. Three because of the one crappy bartender, 4 for the concept and Coors. I went with a 4. read more