Delicious selection of beer, fantastic array of classic arcade games, beer holders at every machine. My partner and I loved the two players- Walking Dead shooter, Star Wars Death Star run, and the Rambo one where we just machine-gunned everything joyfully. Highly recommend❤️
Jenny Steele
Lots of fun nostalgic games to play
Eevee DeLioncourt
Always a fun time: great selection of cabinet games, nice selection of beverages, and occasionally DJs.
Isaiah Sanchez
The bar seems cool but the problem is the bouncer. For some reason as soon as we walk in he has a big attitude. Me and my friends literally had one drink before we came and one of my friends tried to make a joke to break the bouncers crazy serious tension. The guy was not having it and after thoroughly checking both of the bags of the women in the group like literally each zipper down to each stick of gum, he then proceeded to say he was over us and not here for the jokes even though we literally told two light jokes because he was soooo aggressive that we were trying to keep it light.He sent us away. Really crazy probably first time I’ve encountered a bouncer who was this unnecessarily aggressive in my life. Bar might be good but as long as this guy is there they’re gunna lose business.
Indie Arcade Wave
Awesome arcade in Portland. Great selection of retro games, pinball, and a few indie arcade games. A must visit if you are in Portland.
Robert Green
As an older millennial, this is angreat place to bring you back to your childhood, all the while you have a beer in your hand.
Amanda Kotchon
Great selection of pinball and arcade games! Ample room to sit down and stay a while and all sorts of tournaments too! Always have a great time :)
Alan rettig
They shut down half the place for stupid events and private parties. As a ddr player I come here to play ddr, which is on the side they close. Personally always tell people to Steer clear of this place if they can and go to Quarterworld, it's just a better arcade and classic arcade experience.
Kendra H
So many fun games and very friendly staff. The entire place was very clean and the atmosphere was amazing!
Nicholas Thomas
The best barcade around. Great selection of pinball machines. Most machines are old school and the games are affordable.
This place has gone downhill. The cards are a huge rip off and the machines are in a state of decline. This place used to be something really great. It's just a cash grab now with sub average equipment.
Open It Already
Sick spot! Always stop in here for some quick games and a beer. They have a dope selection of both. Not a huge fan of the cover charge just to walk in but whatever keeps this place open is fine with us.
James Padilla
This place has a very good selection of classic pin ball machines and really awesome throwback arcade gamesI was so glad to see that they had mortal Kombat and soul caliber. I wish it would have had TekkenThere is an upstairs and downstairs portionDecent selection of adult beverages to choose fromAlso they have a special on the last Wednesday of every month they have $10. All you can play from 12 :00 to midnight but after 5:00 p.m. It's 21 and upParking can be a little hectic around there and sketchy due to all the homeless people tweaked out on fentanyl
Andrea Sowder
Fun but not wheelchair friendly
Duy Le Anh
Had a blast at Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade and Bar! It's a great spot to chill with friends, and surprisingly spacious once you're inside. They've got a ton of classic arcade games to keep you entertained for hours. The bathrooms deserve a shoutout too—really cool themed decor that adds to the fun vibe. Plus, there's a bar inside, making it a solid choice if you're looking for a laid-back night with a bit of an edge.Pro tip: Check out their website for event schedules or 'free play' days. It's a smart move whether you're planning a family outing or an adult night out. The only slight drawback? The abundance of pinball machines. They're themed differently, which is cool, but gameplay-wise, they don’t vary much. So, if pinball's your thing, you're in luck; if not, there's plenty else to enjoy.
Delicious selection of beer, fantastic array of classic arcade games, beer holders at every machine. My partner and I loved the two players- Walking Dead shooter, Star Wars Death Star run, and the Rambo one where we just machine-gunned everything joyfully. Highly recommend❤️
Lots of fun nostalgic games to play
Always a fun time: great selection of cabinet games, nice selection of beverages, and occasionally DJs.
The bar seems cool but the problem is the bouncer. For some reason as soon as we walk in he has a big attitude. Me and my friends literally had one drink before we came and one of my friends tried to make a joke to break the bouncers crazy serious tension. The guy was not having it and after thoroughly checking both of the bags of the women in the group like literally each zipper down to each stick of gum, he then proceeded to say he was over us and not here for the jokes even though we literally told two light jokes because he was soooo aggressive that we were trying to keep it light.He sent us away. Really crazy probably first time I’ve encountered a bouncer who was this unnecessarily aggressive in my life. Bar might be good but as long as this guy is there they’re gunna lose business.
Awesome arcade in Portland. Great selection of retro games, pinball, and a few indie arcade games. A must visit if you are in Portland.
As an older millennial, this is angreat place to bring you back to your childhood, all the while you have a beer in your hand.
Great selection of pinball and arcade games! Ample room to sit down and stay a while and all sorts of tournaments too! Always have a great time :)
They shut down half the place for stupid events and private parties. As a ddr player I come here to play ddr, which is on the side they close. Personally always tell people to Steer clear of this place if they can and go to Quarterworld, it's just a better arcade and classic arcade experience.
So many fun games and very friendly staff. The entire place was very clean and the atmosphere was amazing!
The best barcade around. Great selection of pinball machines. Most machines are old school and the games are affordable.
Restaurantji Recommends
This place has gone downhill. The cards are a huge rip off and the machines are in a state of decline. This place used to be something really great. It's just a cash grab now with sub average equipment.
Sick spot! Always stop in here for some quick games and a beer. They have a dope selection of both. Not a huge fan of the cover charge just to walk in but whatever keeps this place open is fine with us.
This place has a very good selection of classic pin ball machines and really awesome throwback arcade gamesI was so glad to see that they had mortal Kombat and soul caliber. I wish it would have had TekkenThere is an upstairs and downstairs portionDecent selection of adult beverages to choose fromAlso they have a special on the last Wednesday of every month they have $10. All you can play from 12 :00 to midnight but after 5:00 p.m. It's 21 and upParking can be a little hectic around there and sketchy due to all the homeless people tweaked out on fentanyl
Fun but not wheelchair friendly
Had a blast at Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade and Bar! It's a great spot to chill with friends, and surprisingly spacious once you're inside. They've got a ton of classic arcade games to keep you entertained for hours. The bathrooms deserve a shoutout too—really cool themed decor that adds to the fun vibe. Plus, there's a bar inside, making it a solid choice if you're looking for a laid-back night with a bit of an edge.Pro tip: Check out their website for event schedules or 'free play' days. It's a smart move whether you're planning a family outing or an adult night out. The only slight drawback? The abundance of pinball machines. They're themed differently, which is cool, but gameplay-wise, they don’t vary much. So, if pinball's your thing, you're in luck; if not, there's plenty else to enjoy.