Tappers Arcade Bar
501 Virginia Ave #102, Indianapolis, IN 46203, United States, Indianapolis, IN
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Kyle Dougherty
1 month agoWould like to see a more eclectic menu for drinks, but the atmosphere if there with a group to enjoy the analog video game scene is well worth it.
Kyle Dougherty
1 month agoWould like to see a more eclectic menu for drinks, but the atmosphere if there with a group to enjoy the analog video game scene is well worth it.
Trinity Elizabeth
1 month agoHad a lady come up to us and rudely let us know you have to purchase a beverage to play pinball which was already a dollar a game. Wouldn't have had a problem with this except for the lady was so extremely cold and rude. Also the male bartender gave judgemental vibes. I wasn't dressed up just regula... Read more
Had a lady come up to us and rudely let us know you have to purchase a beverage to play pinball which was already a dollar a game. Wouldn't have had a problem with this except for the lady was so extremely cold and rude. Also the male bartender gave judgemental vibes. I wasn't dressed up just regular clothes but for some reason I just didnt like the atmosphere at all. Did not tip and wouldn't recommend although the one high point of the day is that the pinball machines were very well maintained. Other than that the atmosphere was a dud and I wouldn't recommend Show less
Trinity Elizabeth
1 month agoHad a lady come up to us and rudely let us know you have to purchase a beverage to play pinball which was already a dollar a game. Wouldn't have had a problem with this except for the lady was so extremely cold and rude. Also the male bartender gave judgemental vibes. I wasn't dressed up just regula... Read more
Had a lady come up to us and rudely let us know you have to purchase a beverage to play pinball which was already a dollar a game. Wouldn't have had a problem with this except for the lady was so extremely cold and rude. Also the male bartender gave judgemental vibes. I wasn't dressed up just regular clothes but for some reason I just didnt like the atmosphere at all. Did not tip and wouldn't recommend although the one high point of the day is that the pinball machines were very well maintained. Other than that the atmosphere was a dud and I wouldn't recommend Show less
yadira
1 month agoWe heard about this place through someone who competes in tournaments here, and compared to other similar spots, this place is a real gem. It’s clean, spacious, and packed with well-loved games that feel curated, not random. and the pinball machines are in top condition! We got a chance to chat bri... Read more
We heard about this place through someone who competes in tournaments here, and compared to other similar spots, this place is a real gem. It’s clean, spacious, and packed with well-loved games that feel curated, not random. and the pinball machines are in top condition! We got a chance to chat briefly with the owner, and you can immediately tell he genuinely cares about the space and the experience, which really sets this place apart. We had a great time overall, and some of the games gave us that nostalgic, walking-down-memory-lane feeling. Definitely worth checking out. One drink for unlimited games? Say less lol Show less
yadira
1 month agoWe heard about this place through someone who competes in tournaments here, and compared to other similar spots, this place is a real gem. It’s clean, spacious, and packed with well-loved games that feel curated, not random. and the pinball machines are in top condition! We got a chance to chat bri... Read more
We heard about this place through someone who competes in tournaments here, and compared to other similar spots, this place is a real gem. It’s clean, spacious, and packed with well-loved games that feel curated, not random. and the pinball machines are in top condition! We got a chance to chat briefly with the owner, and you can immediately tell he genuinely cares about the space and the experience, which really sets this place apart. We had a great time overall, and some of the games gave us that nostalgic, walking-down-memory-lane feeling. Definitely worth checking out. One drink for unlimited games? Say less lol Show less
MidwestTraveler
4 years agoTons of classic arcade and video games with a whole aisle in the back dedicated to pinball. Great used of space and relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Drink quality and price is on par is other arcade bars in the area. Great tasting craft beer.
MidwestTraveler
4 years agoTons of classic arcade and video games with a whole aisle in the back dedicated to pinball. Great used of space and relaxed, comfortable atmosphere. Drink quality and price is on par is other arcade bars in the area. Great tasting craft beer.
Hunter Wiseley
7 years agoGreat place to have my first legal drink. The arcade machines are very cool, and all work very well. They have spots to set your drinks down on the sides of the arcade machines, which is a very nice touch. staff is quite friendly and very knowledgeable about the machines, and the drinks were very go... Read more
Great place to have my first legal drink. The arcade machines are very cool, and all work very well. They have spots to set your drinks down on the sides of the arcade machines, which is a very nice touch. staff is quite friendly and very knowledgeable about the machines, and the drinks were very good. Show less
Hunter Wiseley
7 years agoGreat place to have my first legal drink. The arcade machines are very cool, and all work very well. They have spots to set your drinks down on the sides of the arcade machines, which is a very nice touch. staff is quite friendly and very knowledgeable about the machines, and the drinks were very go... Read more
Great place to have my first legal drink. The arcade machines are very cool, and all work very well. They have spots to set your drinks down on the sides of the arcade machines, which is a very nice touch. staff is quite friendly and very knowledgeable about the machines, and the drinks were very good. Show less
Lee Hampton
5 months agoThis is one of my favorite places in the entire city. Wide selection of arcade games, they also have a Nintendo switch, GameCube and Nintendo 64 you can play! All of this and all it costs is one simple drink and you get unlimited play. Its never to packed. Hidden gem of indy for sure
Lee Hampton
5 months agoThis is one of my favorite places in the entire city. Wide selection of arcade games, they also have a Nintendo switch, GameCube and Nintendo 64 you can play! All of this and all it costs is one simple drink and you get unlimited play. Its never to packed. Hidden gem of indy for sure
Northern War Table
6 months agoA fantastic place to hang out, with a huge selection of retro arcade games that bring back all the nostalgia. Great atmosphere, fun vibe, and the perfect spot to relax and play with friends.
Northern War Table
6 months agoA fantastic place to hang out, with a huge selection of retro arcade games that bring back all the nostalgia. Great atmosphere, fun vibe, and the perfect spot to relax and play with friends.
Mr Williams
7 years agoWow. As a kid growing up loving arcade games this place has it all. Mostly beer a few cocktails. But games ohhhhh my it's has original Mario Bros, Donkey Kong, NBA Jam Tournament Edition, Killer Instinct, Tron, Ghost and Goblins, Defender, Burger Time it even has Punch Out and it has plenty of Pinba... Read more
Wow. As a kid growing up loving arcade games this place has it all. Mostly beer a few cocktails. But games ohhhhh my it's has original Mario Bros, Donkey Kong, NBA Jam Tournament Edition, Killer Instinct, Tron, Ghost and Goblins, Defender, Burger Time it even has Punch Out and it has plenty of Pinball machines. A excellent blast from the past I thought I was 10 again. Oh it has Mortal Kombat II also. I can go on and on you must go check them out. Buy plenty of beer and snacks because the games are absolutely free. Please support them as I hope they are around for a long time to come. Show less
Mr Williams
7 years agoWow. As a kid growing up loving arcade games this place has it all. Mostly beer a few cocktails. But games ohhhhh my it's has original Mario Bros, Donkey Kong, NBA Jam Tournament Edition, Killer Instinct, Tron, Ghost and Goblins, Defender, Burger Time it even has Punch Out and it has plenty of Pinba... Read more
Wow. As a kid growing up loving arcade games this place has it all. Mostly beer a few cocktails. But games ohhhhh my it's has original Mario Bros, Donkey Kong, NBA Jam Tournament Edition, Killer Instinct, Tron, Ghost and Goblins, Defender, Burger Time it even has Punch Out and it has plenty of Pinball machines. A excellent blast from the past I thought I was 10 again. Oh it has Mortal Kombat II also. I can go on and on you must go check them out. Buy plenty of beer and snacks because the games are absolutely free. Please support them as I hope they are around for a long time to come. Show less
Jay Sapp
3 years agoFreaking great time! Had 6 out of 7 games my Dad had in our basement when I was a kid! Good drinks and bartender. Would recommend going to take a trip down memory lane to all raised in the 80's!
Jay Sapp
3 years agoFreaking great time! Had 6 out of 7 games my Dad had in our basement when I was a kid! Good drinks and bartender. Would recommend going to take a trip down memory lane to all raised in the 80's!
LG Burker
6 years agoIn Indianapolis for business and had this place recommended by a friend who used to reside here. I could spend a week here, drinking and playing classic arcade games. They also have retro systems, craft beer, premixed cocktails and pinball machines (which are the only ones that you need quarters for... Read more
In Indianapolis for business and had this place recommended by a friend who used to reside here. I could spend a week here, drinking and playing classic arcade games. They also have retro systems, craft beer, premixed cocktails and pinball machines (which are the only ones that you need quarters for) Lastly the service was friendly and quick, overall amazing experience Show less
LG Burker
6 years agoIn Indianapolis for business and had this place recommended by a friend who used to reside here. I could spend a week here, drinking and playing classic arcade games. They also have retro systems, craft beer, premixed cocktails and pinball machines (which are the only ones that you need quarters for... Read more
In Indianapolis for business and had this place recommended by a friend who used to reside here. I could spend a week here, drinking and playing classic arcade games. They also have retro systems, craft beer, premixed cocktails and pinball machines (which are the only ones that you need quarters for) Lastly the service was friendly and quick, overall amazing experience Show less
Thavarin Krouch
Place is awesome. Free play on arcade games and $1 for pinball. They have all the newest stern pinballs! Not super busy one a Friday night and had a blast with friends.
Thavarin Krouch
Place is awesome. Free play on arcade games and $1 for pinball. They have all the newest stern pinballs! Not super busy one a Friday night and had a blast with friends.
Winky Venture
Had so much fun. Great beer selection, service, and access to retro games. Could not recommend higher for a chill fun night out.
Winky Venture
Had so much fun. Great beer selection, service, and access to retro games. Could not recommend higher for a chill fun night out.
Kevin Werner
There are a few of these types of places popping up. This one is a phenomenal concept. They have some game systems set up with more contemporary games, a ton of old school, and then there is pinball. Sorry no Mappy as of the writing of this review. Beer? They got it. Plenty to chose from. Come by yo... Read more
There are a few of these types of places popping up. This one is a phenomenal concept. They have some game systems set up with more contemporary games, a ton of old school, and then there is pinball. Sorry no Mappy as of the writing of this review. Beer? They got it. Plenty to chose from. Come by yourself. Come with friends. Whatever, but this place is top notch. Pinball is not free. Show less
Kevin Werner
There are a few of these types of places popping up. This one is a phenomenal concept. They have some game systems set up with more contemporary games, a ton of old school, and then there is pinball. Sorry no Mappy as of the writing of this review. Beer? They got it. Plenty to chose from. Come by yo... Read more
There are a few of these types of places popping up. This one is a phenomenal concept. They have some game systems set up with more contemporary games, a ton of old school, and then there is pinball. Sorry no Mappy as of the writing of this review. Beer? They got it. Plenty to chose from. Come by yourself. Come with friends. Whatever, but this place is top notch. Pinball is not free. Show less
Andy
6 months agoAmazing spot, tons of retro 90s games and more modern ones. Buy a drink and all the games are free! Oh and be sure to try Killer Queen!
Andy
6 months agoAmazing spot, tons of retro 90s games and more modern ones. Buy a drink and all the games are free! Oh and be sure to try Killer Queen!
Katrina Lane
6 months agoI had an amazing time at this place for my birthday! It was just my husband and me, and we had a blast. The bartender was super friendly, the place was really cool, and the games reminded me of when I was a kid. We can’t wait to go back!
Katrina Lane
6 months agoI had an amazing time at this place for my birthday! It was just my husband and me, and we had a blast. The bartender was super friendly, the place was really cool, and the games reminded me of when I was a kid. We can’t wait to go back!
J Nagan
6 years agoWe went right when they opened on Saturday afternoon. The bartenders were very helpful, welcoming and friendly. They have an excellent selection of games to play all of which are included as long as you are drinking except for the killer queen and pinball games. The cocktails are ok. Lots of fun! We... Read more
We went right when they opened on Saturday afternoon. The bartenders were very helpful, welcoming and friendly. They have an excellent selection of games to play all of which are included as long as you are drinking except for the killer queen and pinball games. The cocktails are ok. Lots of fun! We will be back! Show less
J Nagan
6 years agoWe went right when they opened on Saturday afternoon. The bartenders were very helpful, welcoming and friendly. They have an excellent selection of games to play all of which are included as long as you are drinking except for the killer queen and pinball games. The cocktails are ok. Lots of fun! We... Read more
We went right when they opened on Saturday afternoon. The bartenders were very helpful, welcoming and friendly. They have an excellent selection of games to play all of which are included as long as you are drinking except for the killer queen and pinball games. The cocktails are ok. Lots of fun! We will be back! Show less
Travis Vallejo
2 years agoVery fun atmosphere with good beer! They have a great selection of pinball games plus all the classic games are FREE! Really hard to not have a good time at this unique arcade bar in Indy.
Travis Vallejo
2 years agoVery fun atmosphere with good beer! They have a great selection of pinball games plus all the classic games are FREE! Really hard to not have a good time at this unique arcade bar in Indy.
Daniel Michel
10 months agoGreat arcade place with beers. When you like drinking beer and playing old school arcade games this is the place to be !
Daniel Michel
10 months agoGreat arcade place with beers. When you like drinking beer and playing old school arcade games this is the place to be !
Tree Furr
4 years agoTappers is a good place to go for some adult fun. My husband & I went & we had a great time. Everyone was nice & the place was clean. There were plenty of games to choose from. They do have a one drink minimum, alcoholic & non-alcoholic are available. All the games, except the pinball games, are fre... Read more
Tappers is a good place to go for some adult fun. My husband & I went & we had a great time. Everyone was nice & the place was clean. There were plenty of games to choose from. They do have a one drink minimum, alcoholic & non-alcoholic are available. All the games, except the pinball games, are free. Parking along the street is free. Show less
Tree Furr
4 years agoTappers is a good place to go for some adult fun. My husband & I went & we had a great time. Everyone was nice & the place was clean. There were plenty of games to choose from. They do have a one drink minimum, alcoholic & non-alcoholic are available. All the games, except the pinball games, are fre... Read more
Tappers is a good place to go for some adult fun. My husband & I went & we had a great time. Everyone was nice & the place was clean. There were plenty of games to choose from. They do have a one drink minimum, alcoholic & non-alcoholic are available. All the games, except the pinball games, are free. Parking along the street is free. Show less
Alex Rittenhouse
4 years agoLoved this bar. Most games, other than pinball machines, are free. The drinks are fairly priced with a great craft selection and a nice selection of cocktails. Hand sanitizer at multiple locations. Drink stands to place your drink down with you while you play games. Areas to sit and chat. Plenty of ... Read more
Loved this bar. Most games, other than pinball machines, are free. The drinks are fairly priced with a great craft selection and a nice selection of cocktails. Hand sanitizer at multiple locations. Drink stands to place your drink down with you while you play games. Areas to sit and chat. Plenty of room here for larger groups. Show less
Alex Rittenhouse
4 years agoLoved this bar. Most games, other than pinball machines, are free. The drinks are fairly priced with a great craft selection and a nice selection of cocktails. Hand sanitizer at multiple locations. Drink stands to place your drink down with you while you play games. Areas to sit and chat. Plenty of ... Read more
Loved this bar. Most games, other than pinball machines, are free. The drinks are fairly priced with a great craft selection and a nice selection of cocktails. Hand sanitizer at multiple locations. Drink stands to place your drink down with you while you play games. Areas to sit and chat. Plenty of room here for larger groups. Show less
Kelia
2 years agoGreat place for a couple of fun drinks and nostalgia gaming. 🍺 No kids. It's 21+ because it is a bar. 🍺 FYI arcade cabinet games are free, but pinball machines cost $1 🍺 Fun free games I especially like playing at Tappers: Galaga (1P, nostalgia) Castlevania (1P, tag team for morale) Gungeon (... Read more
Great place for a couple of fun drinks and nostalgia gaming. 🍺 No kids. It's 21+ because it is a bar. 🍺 FYI arcade cabinet games are free, but pinball machines cost $1 🍺 Fun free games I especially like playing at Tappers: Galaga (1P, nostalgia) Castlevania (1P, tag team for morale) Gungeon (2P shooter) Frogger (1P, classic) Show less
Kelia
2 years agoGreat place for a couple of fun drinks and nostalgia gaming. 🍺 No kids. It's 21+ because it is a bar. 🍺 FYI arcade cabinet games are free, but pinball machines cost $1 🍺 Fun free games I especially like playing at Tappers: Galaga (1P, nostalgia) Castlevania (1P, tag team for morale) Gungeon (... Read more
Great place for a couple of fun drinks and nostalgia gaming. 🍺 No kids. It's 21+ because it is a bar. 🍺 FYI arcade cabinet games are free, but pinball machines cost $1 🍺 Fun free games I especially like playing at Tappers: Galaga (1P, nostalgia) Castlevania (1P, tag team for morale) Gungeon (2P shooter) Frogger (1P, classic) Show less
Maria P
8 months agoAwesome place!!! The games are free and the drinks are great, we got the most sour sour of all time, green bastard 💚 this place is a gem! Servers were really nice and the movies playing on the screens were a cool addition
Maria P
8 months agoAwesome place!!! The games are free and the drinks are great, we got the most sour sour of all time, green bastard 💚 this place is a gem! Servers were really nice and the movies playing on the screens were a cool addition
The Jasonator
4 months agoSuper fun place for any 80s kids it’s like a grown-up Chuck E. Cheese. They’ve got all the retro video games and beautiful pinball machines. All you gotta do is buy a beer and bring your friends and have fun. Owner is a cool guy. It’s a great place definite worth a trip
The Jasonator
4 months agoSuper fun place for any 80s kids it’s like a grown-up Chuck E. Cheese. They’ve got all the retro video games and beautiful pinball machines. All you gotta do is buy a beer and bring your friends and have fun. Owner is a cool guy. It’s a great place definite worth a trip
Nick Wilcox
Tappers was nostalgia in a bottle. So many classic arcade games that instantly brought me back to my childhood. Games are free to play with a beverage purchase. Beverages have fun names related to various video games and pulp culture references. The layout of the facility is easy to navigate as t... Read more
Tappers was nostalgia in a bottle. So many classic arcade games that instantly brought me back to my childhood. Games are free to play with a beverage purchase. Beverages have fun names related to various video games and pulp culture references. The layout of the facility is easy to navigate as the games are spaced out in a ring around the bar with custom wooden tables for your drinks between each machine. Impressive pulp culture references are airbrush painted on the walls. A killer lineup of new pinball machines in the backroom are waiting for you. While not included in the free play, they are a blast too with many different movie/show references. Plenty of seating if you get tired crushing it on Contra or Street Fighter II. There is a handicap accessible ramp to the pinball area and bathrooms were very nice. I suggest coming here after you have a meal elsewhere as they don't really have a full food menu and I'm guessing that if to keep the arcade machines from getting gross. Lastly upfront near the entrance, they have console based games including Super Nintendo N64. They even have some of the classic table top games like you would have seen in Pizza Hut from the 70s/80s. A great find here in Indy! Show less
Nick Wilcox
Tappers was nostalgia in a bottle. So many classic arcade games that instantly brought me back to my childhood. Games are free to play with a beverage purchase. Beverages have fun names related to various video games and pulp culture references. The layout of the facility is easy to navigate as t... Read more
Tappers was nostalgia in a bottle. So many classic arcade games that instantly brought me back to my childhood. Games are free to play with a beverage purchase. Beverages have fun names related to various video games and pulp culture references. The layout of the facility is easy to navigate as the games are spaced out in a ring around the bar with custom wooden tables for your drinks between each machine. Impressive pulp culture references are airbrush painted on the walls. A killer lineup of new pinball machines in the backroom are waiting for you. While not included in the free play, they are a blast too with many different movie/show references. Plenty of seating if you get tired crushing it on Contra or Street Fighter II. There is a handicap accessible ramp to the pinball area and bathrooms were very nice. I suggest coming here after you have a meal elsewhere as they don't really have a full food menu and I'm guessing that if to keep the arcade machines from getting gross. Lastly upfront near the entrance, they have console based games including Super Nintendo N64. They even have some of the classic table top games like you would have seen in Pizza Hut from the 70s/80s. A great find here in Indy! Show less
Myxl Rodriguez
Free arcade games with a drink purchase and cabinets are well maintained. They even have all thr Nintendo systems including a switch 2. They dont serve food, but do have chips and allow you to bring in your own food. How can you not love it.
Myxl Rodriguez
Free arcade games with a drink purchase and cabinets are well maintained. They even have all thr Nintendo systems including a switch 2. They dont serve food, but do have chips and allow you to bring in your own food. How can you not love it.
Hannah Bonhotel
4 months agoGreat experience! I've never been to a place like this before. It was nice to get a drink (cheaply priced too!) and play as many games as we wanted. We each purchased 1 drink a piece and played an hour worth of arcade games! It was awesome, well worth the stop on our trip.
Hannah Bonhotel
4 months agoGreat experience! I've never been to a place like this before. It was nice to get a drink (cheaply priced too!) and play as many games as we wanted. We each purchased 1 drink a piece and played an hour worth of arcade games! It was awesome, well worth the stop on our trip.
Jim McIlvaine
What a wonderful facility! I have a confession to make- as someone who doesn’t drink alcohol and avoids sugar whenever possible, I do not adhere to the house rule of buying a drink when patronizing this venue. However, I only play the pinball machines, which are pay to play. If you set everything to... Read more
What a wonderful facility! I have a confession to make- as someone who doesn’t drink alcohol and avoids sugar whenever possible, I do not adhere to the house rule of buying a drink when patronizing this venue. However, I only play the pinball machines, which are pay to play. If you set everything to free play and charged a $25 cover, I’d gladly pay that Show less
Jim McIlvaine
What a wonderful facility! I have a confession to make- as someone who doesn’t drink alcohol and avoids sugar whenever possible, I do not adhere to the house rule of buying a drink when patronizing this venue. However, I only play the pinball machines, which are pay to play. If you set everything to... Read more
What a wonderful facility! I have a confession to make- as someone who doesn’t drink alcohol and avoids sugar whenever possible, I do not adhere to the house rule of buying a drink when patronizing this venue. However, I only play the pinball machines, which are pay to play. If you set everything to free play and charged a $25 cover, I’d gladly pay that Show less
Joe Keller
The beer is excellent. The vibes are amazing. Food can be brought in from other locations or you can order from a restaurant that has a fantastic selection to pass through the window. The games are all in top condition and it’s a great place to hang and grab some drinks and some classic games with ... Read more
The beer is excellent. The vibes are amazing. Food can be brought in from other locations or you can order from a restaurant that has a fantastic selection to pass through the window. The games are all in top condition and it’s a great place to hang and grab some drinks and some classic games with some friends. Show less
Joe Keller
The beer is excellent. The vibes are amazing. Food can be brought in from other locations or you can order from a restaurant that has a fantastic selection to pass through the window. The games are all in top condition and it’s a great place to hang and grab some drinks and some classic games with ... Read more
The beer is excellent. The vibes are amazing. Food can be brought in from other locations or you can order from a restaurant that has a fantastic selection to pass through the window. The games are all in top condition and it’s a great place to hang and grab some drinks and some classic games with some friends. Show less
Opening Hours
Friday: 4 PM to 1 AM Saturday: 12 PM to 1 AM Sunday: 2 PM to 12 AM Monday: 4 PM to 12 AM Tuesday: 4 PM to 12 AM Wednesday: 4 PM to 12 AM Thursday: 4 PM to 12 AM