Barcade

Bar · Fishtown

Barcade

Bar · Fishtown

1114 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

Highlights

Step into this Fishtown bar where retro vibes and vintage games like Pac Man meet an impressive craft beer selection for a playful night out.

1114 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125 Get directions

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$20–30 · Menu

@onthegrid

"Have a hankering to play a game of Ms. Pacman? What about Punch Out? Spend a night out feeling young again – with vintage arcade games and a rotating list of some pretty impressive craft beers." - The Heads of State

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@onthegrid

"Barcade, Fishtown by The Heads of State. Have a hankering to play a game of Ms. Pacman? What about Punch Out? Spend a night out feeling young again – with vintage arcade games and a rotating list of some pretty impressive craft beers."

Philadelphia

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@eater

"At Barcade in Fishtown, millennials will love the large 1980s and 1990s video game selection and mix of classic and modern pinball machines. Grab some upgraded bar food and tacos from the kitchen, which stays open until midnight, and one of nearly 20 beers brewed exclusively for the bar." - Sarah Maiellano

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@eater

"Mad Rex is a post-apocalyptic themed restaurant and virtual reality lounge in Fishtown, Philadelphia. The venue features a dystopian decor, complete with weapons, costumed mannequin torsos, and a graffiti-covered helicopter. It offers a unique experience where diners can enjoy a blood red rye IPA called Mad Rex IPA, brewed specifically for the restaurant by Blueprint Brewing Co. The restaurant also provides a virtual reality set-up for patrons to take a tour of Blueprint’s brewing facility. This VR experience is free for the month but will incur a charge afterward." - Rachel Vigoda

Pretend to Tour a Brewery, Drink Real Beer at Mad Rex - Eater Philly

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@ebbnflow_jenna

Great selection of draft craft beers, local, imported etc. Lots of arcade games of all types to play with friends.

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Jonathan Ortiz

Google

This was a great find we stumbled upon and hung out in while we were waiting to meet up with some friends. There were tons of games, and they were all in great shape and reasonably priced. There’s a cash to arcade coin conversion machine inside, and there’s a full bar as well. Plenty of seats at the bar, and there’s also lots of spots in the arcade area for you to set your drinks down on while you play. Next time I’m in Philly I’ll probably suggest to my friends we meet up here for the night instead!

Martin Robinson

Google

A bar that brought back my childhood, being able to play some retro arcade games whilst enjoying a cold one was one of my best experiences in Philly. The food was great, the staff were friendly and attentive. I look forward to being back in the US and in Philly to visit here again. There's nothing quite like reliving your childhood games with a couple of beers. Thank you.

John Luczkowski

Google

The original location and exactly what they advertise themselves to be - a bar that offers a solid, expansive drink menu where you can indulge in your love for classic arcade and pinball games from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Great place to kill an hour or two if you're in the neighborhood either kick starting or ending a night out in Northern Liberties and/or Fishtown.

Loren Bowman

Google

This place was great. Lots of old school arcade vibes. Lots of vintage arcade video games and pinball machines plus an extensive craft beer selection. They had a simple food menu that was fine too. We had tacos. This was a good place to visit there were more games than I took pictures of in the place. If you like an eighties arcade vibes this is your spot.

Andy

Google

Great fun to hang out with friends. There is a bar to buy drinks and a bunch of games to enjoy with friends. The games were retro games, and were in great condition. There is a machine to convert cash to the arcade coins to play games.

Ping Regis

Google

This place is SO MUCH FUN! It was humid, sticky, a little stinky, and full of nothing but laughs and good shouting as people drink and play games. Food is "bar food" and prices were decent. Note: you have to pay for Barcade tokens here; the machines don't take quarters! Lots of options to drink, and there are daily specials. If you like a good beer and retro arcade games, this is the place.

calystah

Google

Super cool place w tons of retro arcade games. Drinks are good and decently priced too. I will 100% be back!! (came back multiple times and will continue to go back), love this place. Update: remember to keep your coins and bring them back next time. (:

Penney K Dollar

Google

What a fun spot! Great atmosphere and fantastic menu. Def recommend the tacos. We had 2 orders and the deviled eggs. Plus 3 bloody Mary's which I have to say was the best ones I've had in Philly since moving here in 2018. We will def be back especially to beat my high score on Willy Wonka. Yep at 68 I'm still a PinBall Wizardess!