Eighty Three Arcade - Saint John

I always have an explosion here! Whether we're destined or not, I've always found a place and made it my personal dance floor because the soundtrack is always bangin. The drinks are delicious, the atmosphere is pure fun and nostalgia, and the skee ball to wind the night was a total explosion. Unlike many other places when I go for a fun night, I don't feel old here. It appeals to a wide age class and a large number of cartridges, and I love that! Thank you for always my favorite pitstop in The John!

Super fun blast from the past, and a different atmosphere from what you normally get in the uptown area. Most games are free to play, with the exception of the pinball machines. Great beer on tap, and friendly service. Great for a night out with friends.

Update: I was speaking with the bar owner (Mark) the next day after a quick response to my review. He went out his way to apologize about my experience and to make things more than right, I could ask for no more. Mark is a very respectful owner and I will 100% be back with friends to experience more of the Bar Arcade atmosphere on my next trip to the city! Original: Chill bar, bartender was very nice. Drinks were pricey. Unfortunately, went outside for 15 minutes to smoke and when trying to re-enter the bouncer tried to charge cover. Wouldn 't even ask the bartender if I was there already. I was told it 's the owners rules, not up to the bartender. Went next door to bigtide to finish my night, great place with friendly staff

Quite a fun time. We got a pile of coins from the machine only to find out most machines don't require money. Pinball does. Mortal Kombat did to start a game but endless continues after that. I understand they expect to make money on the alcohol. But I only went for the games and left with a pocket full of useless cpins

We had a great time in this place! There is no cover fee and the games are free when you buy a drink. Bartender was super nice. They have many vintage games and they play 80s and 90s music.