Overall rating: 4.8…read more I saw this place on Titktok a few months ago and have been trying to find the occasion to go. Admittedly I was very nervous because I'm not a competitive person and I don't like pressure. I made a reservation for a party of 8 and the staff was so friendly. It ended up just being my group and another birthday party which was really fun. The announcer was very nice and the games were CALM AND EASY. Thank god. Everyone had a fun time & enjoyed themselves.

An extremely fun and interactive game show type activity for large groups! We did this as a team…read morebonding activity with my coworkers and had so much fun with it. We started with a happy hour with drinks and light bites before we moved into the game room. The staff made this so fun and enjoyable, u highly recommend this buzzer style game

This reminds me so much of the Floor Is Lava game and is such a fun place for kids and adults…read morealike! They have 3 rooms to choose from depending on the difficulty level and the number of people in each group. We opted for Blue's Arena, which is best suited for 2-4 first-time players. There's a small locker area where you can store your belongings during the game. The hour we booked for was divided into 2 sessions. Each session features a different game with about 10-12 levels each. If you fail a level, no worries because you can always repeat it. You can also take a short break in between the sessions, which we definitely did because it was quite a good workout session.

We loved it! It's in a weird location, but once you get inside it's all good and it's a lot of fun…read more They should tell you to come in short sleeves or tanks because we were definitely way too hot wearing sweaters and jumping around the way we did

(Played 04/18/2025 FR @ 7:00pm): Arcade and bar... two things that went well together!…read more In my quest to explore the various cuisine scenes and things to do throughout Jersey City and specifically the Heights, my friend's friend mentioned that Jersey City's Barcade was closing after this very weekend, and she had a ton of tokens that needed to be used before then. Established in 2004 in Brooklyn by four close friends, Barcade was the originator of the arcade bar concept and the largest operator of arcade bars in the United States. Each location featured between 40-75 video games and pinball machines mostly from the classic period of the 1980s as well as 25-30 American craft beers on draft in addition to a full bar with cocktails, craft spirits, and pub food. Locations have opened in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, California, and Michigan. All locations are certified green by the Green Restaurant Assoc., a national non-profit organization that recognized and certified environmentally responsible restaurant and bar operations. I've been to the lone California location in Highland Park and had a blast. On this celebratory somber weekend, how was Barcade's swan song!? PURCHASE Pepsi Soda 12floz Draft ($3.00): Not a Coca Cola carrier, my friend had to do with their competitor which she wasn't happy about. Ginger Beer 12floz Draft ($3.00): My friend switched to one of my favorite non-alcoholic drinks to rinse the Pepsi out of her mouth - LOL! Rainy Day Real Estate Mocktail 12floz ($10.00): Because I was still in the throes of my annual ritual of no alcohol during Lent, I went with this drink crafted with housemade pineapple shrub, fresh lime juice, and ginger beer. The name initially got me (it was a take of a band I liked) and pineapple. It was a refreshing concoction with too much ice and a steep price tag. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=48&select=dpX0j4rsVWmTIksgTrxPnA Pseudo Fruito Mocktail 12floz ($10.00): This faux cocktail was mixed with housemade strawberry shrub, fresh lime juice, and tonic water. Equally refreshing as my first drink with more fruity flavor, but again too much ice and the price. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=48&select=_4Tkt6GNwpcE_I4BX-ReRg Tokens (N/A): Games ranged between 1-2 tokens ($0.25/token), but because someone had a ton of tokens to use, I received a bunch for free! I geeked-out and played games such as Bubble Bobble, Burger Time, Crystal Castles, Dig Dug, Frogger, and Tapper - memories! SERVICE The bar was crazy as you tried to get a drink, and I wasn't a fan that if you opened a tab, you had to give both your credit card and ID. If you needed tokens, just have your cash ready for the machine - 'nuff said. PARKING (Street; N/A this instance) This was an easy 25-minute walk from my friend's place. Otherwise, this was on a pedestrian-only section of town, but there appeared to be random spots (no known private lot) off the main drag of Newark Ave. and all surrounding roads, or best to utilize the very good public transportation light rail - 'nuff said. ATMOSPHERE, DÉCOR, AMBIENCE A high ceiling packed layout https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=48&select=n7rz5CwjT4kAQpJxOOqTKA of video games and pinball machines along every conceivable wall and even some in the middle of the floor, with a massive bar surrounded by a ton of stools while some tables were here and there. Honestly, every space was maximized to the fullest. Decent natural lighting came through the tinted large windows and doors while minimal electric ceiling lights filled in the rest. There weren't any TVs while loud rock music blared in the background and drowned out everything else. https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=8jVT2inwc8GIQ6sH2UG9Vw&start=48&select=2WhjRfktJ1jFmWH68IipjQ ATTIRE Totally casual, so I would normally be in a t-shirt, boardshorts, and flip-flops. OVERALL It was sad to hear that Barcade's Jersey City location was closing, but I was glad to be a part of it in some way, especially since I unknowingly knew the brand from their Highland Park location. Although it was packed during its final weekend, according to my friend's friend, it always seemed busy whenever she went, so the closure couldn't have been due to a lack of business. From the awesome games, frenetic vibe, expansive beer and drinks selection, and the game prices, a fun time was had by all! Apparently, they also had a weekday happy hour! And, I always loved supporting small businesses whenever possible (only nine locations now). I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (TOTAL paid experience was around $28.00 BEFORE any discounts and/or tip). And, they accepted my credit card of choice... AMEX! 4.0 STARS

Barcade is a fun place to relax and enjoy some beer while playing an arcade game. The space inside…read moreis spacious with high tables and video games all around you. I have been here a couple of times because it's nice to forget about life's challenges and worries getting caught up in a Pac-Man game. It brings back childhood memories of playing some older games from the 90s and also have your ID ready as they check for ID at the entrance. It is so unfortunate that they are closing down soon. Barcade Jersey City 10/10 experience

I was having a good time with my date until I had to interact with most of the staff. They are…read moregrinches. The spot is Kind of outdated and a little dirty I'm kind of disappointed when I think about the bad customer service, everyone has an attitude in there except the cashier for the races. The arcade is okay. Didn't try the food because the host was a grinch. The guy who announces the races hates his job you can hear it in his voice. I found RPM bc of the one I went to in Long Island mad long ago. Maybe I should just stay in New York because Jersey is a let down

Compared to their competition.. this space needs an upgrade! Confused why everyone did not have a…read moreneck brace during the race. Carts were old and did not feel super safe. The staff could be better - they are a bit rude and unpleasant - coming from a NYer. Do better RPM

Came here in the middle of the week an we just missed a hidden comedy show…read more The bar was super spacious and had a lot of games. From ping pong to basketball to shuffle board to photo booth to video games, this place has it all. The drinks were super strong too which I liked. Upstairs at 66 is located in the middle of a lively block in downtown. I would strongly recommend.

Searched for an active bar and what a great, cool place. We arrived right when happy hour started…read more Perfect timing. We got our drinks and went upstairs where more games were to be played. It was early so we had the place to ourselves for a bit. What fun! Had our frozen margaritas and draft beer, which hit the spot since it was hot outside. Inside was nice and cool. Need a place to hang out, drink and just relax? This is the place.

Space is located on the 8th floor of the building and taking the elevator takes a while because…read morethere's alot of people coming in and out of the various venues in the building. We walked in with a large group on a Saturday night around 11pm and they had an opening for us. $50 an hour for ping pong (we played beer pong with water). We did a drink package that included two bottles of shochu, 5 bottles of beer and one food selection for $89. That's honestly a great deal. The bathrooms were clean. The staff goes around picking up your ping pong balls for you as well. They have a mini arcade with some games. There's a decent amount of seating throughout as well as bar seating. Overall an enjoyable and affordable activity for a large group.

My group of four booked space ping pong for a fun double date. As it is centrally located in KTown,…read moreI thought it would be overpriced ans crowded - but surprisingly there were a few open tables on the weekday night we dropped by. The atmosphere is a little dark and lighting reminded me of a club - so if you are sensitive to lights, maybe stay away. But those lights made the ping pong balls glow in the dark. We paid ~50$ (inclusive of tax/tip) for one hour on a Thursday night - split amongst 4 people, it wasn't a bad price for a small outing.

I must be entering the painfully nostalgic era of my life because I had the best time here…read more Dark and loud (good music, too!). We played Tetris and pinball. I played a car racing game with my husband and beat him (the highlight of the night). We drank beer and spilled beer. Even though it was crowded around 8 p.m. on a Saturday, we hardly had to wait to play, and the bartenders were efficient. Generally good vibes all around, and a really eclectic crowd. The handful of leftover tokens on my dresser means we will be back again soon!

Barcade 148 W. 24th. St…read more New York, NY 10011 This is unique combination of a bar and arcade intertwined into a single venue, hence the name "Barcade." Adults can re-live their childhood memories while sipping cocktails. There is no cover charge, but all video game machines require non-refundable tokens. If you are planning to play for a while, purchase many coins because they will disappear fast. A majority of the games require 2-3 tokens. In order to be admitted entry, a photo ID is required. The bouncers at the door will inspect your bags for weapons and water bottles. Even bottled water isn't allowed into the bar, which is not fair because I always carry water while walking through the city. #barcade #barcadechelsea

Where do I start? This place was SO much fun! It's definitely not for the faint of heart, believe…read moreme, it takes a lot to engage in laser tag so please dress comfy and be sure to check on how you're feeling before engaging. Aside from that, the experience was worth it. Mini bowling: omg this is such a cute concept and highly recommended for a date. Food and beverage: ummm, I didn't see much food items to indulge in so please be sure to eat before or when you leave. Drinks, they did have a cute menu filled with mixed drinks, beers, and hard seltzer. Overall, I had a blast and I would recommend this to anyone! It was cost-affordable for the adult night game pass as it cost less than $50 for 2 people. Book online and go have some fun!

We used a discount code "15NYCMAMI" (all caps) at area53nyc .com. It's also good for their Dumbo…read moreand Linden Hill location, as well as Ferox Ninja. This place is so much fun. We love Wednesday nights, when you get double the fun. They have adult night, hip hop night, Latino night. Great place for parties.

I got turned onto this place by an instagram couple who features the parts of New York that feel…read moreold or forgotten, from a different time. RPM underground is that, in more ways than one. First, there is a record store on the first and second level, with tons of inventory from across the decades. I spent most of my time in the sorta-speakeasy-ish bar. Dark, retro. Drinks are pretty basic, but they have fun themes that go along with their karaoke setups. Bartenders were super nice and fun to talk to. The best part is I hit happy hour at just the right time and all my drinks were half price! They have a TON of karaoke rooms that you can rent out singularly or as a group. Prices vary, but you can hit karaoke happy hour and rent out a short time for yourself if you're just wanting to have some fun solo. Themes include superheroes, jazz, sunset blvd, the playboy room, adult movies of the 70s. There is something for everyone. It's off Times Square in midtown, so I don't hit this neighborhood often, but if you're in the area for a show, a great spot to grab a drink and kill some time before or after.

Had a great time at a Birthday party in one of their private karaoke rooms…read more Each of them have a theme: ours was adult movies of the 1970's Super vibes, and a great beer list. Do NOT miss the happy hour! Everything half off!

This was my second (maybe third) visit to Coexist, and unfortunately, it has been a disappointment…read moreevery single time. Against my better judgment, I decided to give it one more shot and it just confirmed everything I already suspected. Total waste of money, it's not worth it. Most of the gaming systems have issues: the remotes are barely functional, some consoles aren't even fully set up, and a few aren't signed into accounts so you can't even play properly. The foosball table is completely broken, and the pool table is wobbly and unstable. The atmosphere is just as bad. There's no music playing, which makes the entire place feel dull and lifeless. The employees seem completely uninterested and not helpful at all -- whether it's empty or packed, the service and vibe don't get any better. When it's crowded, it's even worse because there's barely any space to move around or enjoy yourself. Bottom line: I won't be coming back. If you're looking for a better gaming spot, BrookLAN is miles ahead of this place.

Went here for a show that was happening in the basement/ speakeasy of the venue on Saturday night…read more This place looks pretty good if I was into gaming and stuff. The vibe and decor is there. Service lacked a little, as there was only 1 bartender and the drink I had tasted good but was on the weak side. So much so that my next drink was a mocktail. I also ordered the sliders which were basically glorified White Castle mini burgers. The power went out maybe 2 or 3 times while I was there which was weird!