Barcade in
New York (NY)

We had a lot of fun hosting my work holiday party here. The only downside was the food setup—random people kept taking food—and although I paid extra for the soda package, every soda I tried tasted flat. That said, the food itself was good and the staff was very nice. The games were amazing and a ton of fun; they really brought me back to my younger days.

Horribly crowded, loud & obnoxious crowd Belligerent security guard at the door Save your money and don't waste your time The only cool thing we're the nostalgic arcade games. Not worth even checking out the games, the vibe & atmosphere were so bad. NEVER, EVER AGAIN!!

Fun hidden gem! Went in a Sunday night & wasn’t crowded at first but got busier. Lots of cool older games from the 80s & 90s & a few newer ones

Just moved back and tried this place out. Was amazed by everything the food, the drinks and the Service where impeccable. There was was slight mix up with my food but it was corrected with the up most professionalisum had the veggie bueger. Scott is probably 1 of the best bartends I've seen in awhile. 100 out of 10 would recommend

Best time ever for playing games, eat food, and drink mocktails with my buds

i’ve been here multiple times with great experiences. Unfortunately this last one was insane. my bf and i went in on halloween night…. while playing a game he ended up reopening a cut in his finger and started to bleed… when i went up to the bar to ask for a bandaid and paper towels the old bald bartender completely ignored us for bout 2 minutes, after he finally helped us i simply asked if they had bandaids he looks at my bf finger and says “um im sure we do” then proceeds to go enter orders and check people out before even getting it….. when he finally did i just took them and didn’t say anything and he yelled “you’re welcome” at me i laughed and told him to do his job…. which really set him off because he came behind the bar and started approaching me screaming that’s not his job….as if he’s not.. in.. service… work.. insane lmao.my bf had to hold him back? he told security to kick us out when we were already on our way and i told them i wouldn’t be paying which they didn’t charge us(they knew they messed up clearly) and security even said he wasn’t told about all that and was sorry. not to mention we saw the bartenders take multiple shots…. so they clearly employ old lazy/angry drunks

Fantastic bar arcade. They have quite a few arcade games and even a handful of pinball machines. Most were multiplayer. The bar had a lot of options for drinks and even food, with more seating than I expected. You can buy tokens for the games on your tab, but they do charge an extra percentage.

I had an amazing time at Barcade! A friend recommended this place, and it honestly turned into one of my best days in New York. I got to play so many classic games like Pac-Man, Crazy Taxi, Tetris, and a few racing games the selection is fantastic and brought back so much nostalgia. What I loved most is that it’s not just about the games; they also serve great drinks and snacks. I ordered a burger along with a drink called the Jungle Bird, and both were delicious. The food filled me up perfectly, and then I could relax before jumping back into the games. The atmosphere is super fun, with good music and a lively vibe. It’s a perfect spot to hang out with friends, enjoy some drinks, and relive arcade classics. I highly recommend Barcade to anyone in New York whether you’re into retro games, looking for a fun night out, or just want to try something different. Definitely worth the visit!

Great place. Staff grumpy and killed the vibe. Like a surly teenager at an arcade. But with tats, a 20 a day habit, and a too-small beanie cap. Machines good. Food was sub-street food level with more grease and less charm. But it's still a good place I'll come back to.

I discovered this place because a friend celebrated their birthday here and rented out part of the space. Honestly, it’s such a cool spot! The games are super vintage and fun to play, and surprisingly, the food is amazing too. It’s bar food, like burgers and wings, but it’s really tasty. The drinks were great as well, both the cocktails and the mocktails. I had a great time here. It’s definitely a fun place to hang out, and I would absolutely go again!

Went for our 10th anniversary and Scotty made us the best Manhattan we’ve ever had! Suck a great time! Thanks

Had a great late night at Barcade! Evan took care of our drinks and they were fantastic. Fun times!

The games here are so much fun and really take you back (who doesn’t love Asteroids?). The beer selection features some great local favorites that you’ll definitely want to try. The vibe is that perfect mix of laid-back and lively—just the right size to feel buzzing without being too crowded.

This bar was mentioned in our guide book as a place to visit and as a happy coincidence it was next to the second hotel we stayed in on our NYC trip. The bar is full of retro games machines. You play with tokens which you can get from a machine for cash (ATM on site). Huge range of craft beers and ciders from the east coast. The barman was friendly, made jokes about my being British and explaining the lagers first, and knew his beers. There was a great range of sour beers, IPAs Pilsners and ciders. There’s a good buzz about the place even though it wasn’t busy when visited (Monday afternoon!). We didn’t eat but the food looked good. Worth a visit for something a little different. Definitely if you like arcade games and pinball. Was a great recommendation.

I was very happy to visit for the first time yesterday. I didnt try any of the food here, so I have not rated it. I did see some burgers roll past that looked pretty good though... The music was a perfect mix of rock, metal and alternative. The bar is a large space and the sound system has that club feel. I was then very happy the games I played volumes were clearly loud enough to enjoy whilst still enjoying the music. I visited early in the afternoon so it was still relatively quiet, but all the patrons there were having a good time. Some enjoying a beer, some playing with their partners or group of friends. The bar stays open until 2am most nights and 4am on Friday and Saturday. Black Knight 2000 jammed the first time I tried it. I mentioned it to a nearby manager later. He immediately repaired the machine and returned my tokens to then enjoy the game a good few times after. I also saw Pulp Fiction have a playfield clean during my visit. Playing that machine was the highlight of my visit. I highly recommend Barcade, especially for pinball nuts like myself! I'll be going back later and this time enjoy a few beers with my games.

UPDATE: 4/2025 - had another work event here (thanks for always accomodating us!) and the beer list is STILL stellar for true beer lovers/enthusiasts. ???I will always stop in when I'm in the neighborhood just to see what's on tap. CHEERS! ? 2023 - Fun place, but it's the pretty damn spectacular beer selection - WOW! Didn't expect that. Good rock/alternative music too. Went for a work team outing. Plenty of fun games, retro and new, a few pinball machines, and a 4 player Pac-Man game. Great for team bonding, you can get packages that incl. food, drinks, and game tokens. The food was fine, the beer selection STELLAR. Looking forward to coming back!

Amazing place! Arcade in good conditions and all originals! Maybe not so many flippers here but very cool atmosphere!

We had a outstanding time here, chatting with the bartenders and trying different types of beers good times. After having a few beers we went to play arcades mostly the driving games hahaha so much fun. Definitely recommended a visit if you never experienced it before!!

Super cool bar with pinball machines & arcade games. Large selection of beers & cocktails, and we enjoyed our burgers. Bathrooms could do with painting but maybe the graffiti is part of the appeal idk.

Absolutely love the energy and vibe of this place. Grab some tokens and drinks and lose yourself in the nostalgia of pinball and old arcade classics. (There are a lot of wild new games - please try the game 'Bishi Bashy' it will have you cracking up. The bar tender we had was quiet but fantastic drinks expert. Please try the Rose Blood and Brooklyn Mule. The token value is great and the cost of food and drinks is good value

The Barcade in Chelsea has always been my favorite location of theirs, because the size of the joint and game selection is excellent. The Discs of Tron cabinet alone keeps me coming back year after year, and then of course there’s Joust! I also can’t think of many bars or restaurants where the food and snacks started out good and kept getting better, but the Chelsea Barcade has done it. My wife and I recently stopped in and had the ‘Bama Chicken Sandwich and the Jersey Burger, and both were delicious! The accompanying fries also came out super hot, crispy, and in large portions. Avery, the bartender, was so friendly and made an excellent drink recommendation that my wife appreciated. Can’t wait to come by again soon! P.S. - Can you please bring back Golden Axe???

This is one of my favorite places to go to. A nice sized bar and a wide selection of beers to choose from. The games range from your classics to more modern titles. There's enough variety to entertain most people. It can get crowded during peak hours so I like to go in the afternoon before 6 pm on the weekends. That way you can have space to comfortably play and enjoy your beverage. I've been multiple times since it opened at this location and NEVER had any issues or saw any issues while there. Everyone seems to be respectful and into having a fun time.

Great place to have a beer and enjoy some old school arcade games. We found their selection to be decent, with games from various eras being represented. Drinks and service were excellent. Clean, fun, spacious atmosphere. Definitely recommend.

This place is absolutely incredible! ? Barcade is a fantastic bar and arcade that includes an endless selection of draft beers ? and an impressive collection of old and new arcade games ?️: 4P Pac-Man, X-Men, pinball, co-op shooters, and so much more! Really enjoyed spending time here and trying out all the game stations! ? Bar ? staff is friendly and the service is quick! ⏲️ I wish I came here more often!

Always a fun place! I love their arcade machines. They have good drinks too. I’ve been too St.marks, Chelsea, jersey city, Brooklyn locations and I liked all of them. It’s a great place to spend time with your friends. ??

Prefer this location over downtown. Bigger, more open space, and better-maintained in my opinion. We went earlier in the day shortly after they opened, so everything was very clean and in order (including the bathroom). Most arcades token operated...taking 1-2 tokens for most games. Tokens can be purchased from machines throughout the space at 0.25 cents each.. (4/$1, 20/$5...). Service both at the bar and at the arcade area were great. Nice to see staff testing out the machines throughout the space. All machines we tried were working as expected. Beer prices were fair (for NYC) at about $8. Pints for the more common weaker stuff (under 6% or so) and 10oz. pours for the stronger stuff. Very easy to get to in the midtown area...lots of major stations and transportation hubs closeby. Given the average prices for beer and food, you'd definitely want to go there for the games...think of it is an arcade that serves beer and food...not a bar/restaurant with an arcade.

Barcade is average priced for NYC, and it's such a fun place! I really enjoyed the games, and the food & drinks were tasty. I had the loaded nachos with pork and a Brooklyn Mule and loved both. My friends enjoyed their food & drinks as well! The staff all seemed friendly, they actually made a mistake with my order at first but were so nice about it and fixed it right away