Whether you’re a casual flipper or full-on tournament grinder, finding a solid place to play pinball can be tough. That’s why we put together this massive directory of pinball arcades, barcades, and museums around the U.S. These are the locations we’d actually want to play at – with quality machines, great vibes, and real community.
If you don’t see anything in your area on the list and you’re dying to find a pinball location near you, download the Pinball Map App on your mobile device or check out their website. When I’m traveling the country playing rock music, I use the Pinball Map almost daily to find fun pinball locations near me.
We’re also doing deep dives on many of these spots, so check out our full reviews archive to see what each place is really like.
Illinois
Galloping Ghost Pinball – Brookfield, IL
Over 40 pinball machines, free-play with admission next to the legendary Galloping Ghost Arcade. A must-visit for hardcore players.
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The Pinball Haven at Landmark – Peoria, IL
Our go-to tournament spot in central Illinois. Leagues, Stern Army events, and a growing community. Read our full review of The Pinball Haven.
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Pin Grounds Coffee – Roselle, IL
A rad combo of craft coffee and unlimited pinball. $10 for all-you-can-flip, great machine variety, and a super chill vibe. Check out our recent review of Pin Grounds!
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Atomic Pinball Arcade – Wood River, IL
An incredible lineup of well-maintained machines & some top notch leagues and tournaments.
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Logan Arcade – Chicago, IL
Pinball, craft beer, and events. One of Chicago’s most iconic arcades with about 30 machines.
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Replay Lincoln Park – Chicago, IL
Free-play pinball and arcade games, plus themed pop-ups and drinks. Perfect for a night out.
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California
Pacific Pinball Museum – Alameda, CA
Vintage machines, playable exhibits, and a killer lineup of over 90 games. Museum meets arcade.
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Oregon
Next Level Pinball Museum – Hillsboro, OR
400+ games, insane neon art, and free soda with entry. Arguably the best collection in the U.S. Check out our full review of Next Level, we loved it there!
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Ground Kontrol – Portland, OR
Dark, moody, and full of beautifully maintained pins. Hosts Portland Pinbrawl and other events.
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North Carolina
Flippers Arcade – Grandy, NC
Often called the best place to play on the East Coast. 65+ machines and a perfect beachside detour.
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New Jersey & Florida
Silverball Museum – Asbury Park, NJ & Delray Beach, FL
Classic games in a museum-style layout with unlimited play. Two great locations, same nostalgic magic. Tons of great machines and they finally added a Stern machine to the lineup, it’s King Kong!
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Nevada
Pinball Hall of Fame – Las Vegas, NV
Over 600 games, from 1950s EMs to modern Sterns. No glitz—just pure pinball.
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Colorado
Lyons Classic Pinball – Lyons, CO
A favorite among tournament players. Clean, smooth-playing machines and a passionate local scene.
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Missouri
The Silver Ballroom – St. Louis, MO
Great music, cold drinks, and one of the best pinball lineups in the Midwest.
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How This Page Helps You Find Pinball
- All these places are verified by players (and often visited by us).
- We’re continuously reviewing locations and adding new ones as we travel.
- Looking for something local? Use this list or hit up our full reviews archive for photos, tips, and favorite machines.
Know a hidden gem?
Let us know and we might feature it! Whether it’s your hometown league hangout or a pinball dive bar nobody knows about, we want to hear from you.
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