Best Arcade Bars in Montreal (2026): Top 8 Spots for Retro Gaming & Drinks
Montreal’s arcade bar scene combines craft cocktails, retro arcade cabinets, pinball, board games, and console multiplayer — the perfect combo for a low-key date night, a birthday with friends, or a rainy Saturday afternoon. This 2026 guide covers the 8 best arcade bars in Montreal, what each one specializes in, prices, and the best night to go.
1. Foonzo (Quartier Latin)
Montreal’s classic arcade bar — over 30 vintage arcade cabinets (Pac-Man, Street Fighter II, Donkey Kong), pinball, and a long bar with craft beer and cocktails. Cover charge of around $7 in the evening covers unlimited game play. Best for groups of 4–8. Open until 3 AM Fri/Sat.
2. North Star Pinball (Mile End)
Pinball-focused with one of the largest pinball collections in eastern Canada — 40+ machines from the 1970s to modern Stern releases. Casual atmosphere, good craft beer selection. Hosts pinball league nights weekly.
3. Plus Game Bar (Plateau)
Console-focused — Switch, PS5, retro Nintendo, with private booth setups for 2–6 players. Order food and drinks while playing Mario Kart or Smash Bros. Great for groups who want to actually play together instead of standing at cabinets.
4. Randolph Pub Ludique (Plateau, Quartier Latin, Saint-Denis)
Board game bar with 1,000+ games on the shelf and game gurus to teach you new ones. Multiple locations across Montreal. Food and drinks are above-average pub fare. Reservations recommended for groups of 4+.
5. La Sotorria Game Bar
Mix of board games, retro consoles, and craft beer in a cozy Mile End-style setting. Smaller and quieter than Randolph — better for couples or small groups.
6. Pizza Bouquet + Game Lounge
Pizza + arcade combo with a Plateau location. Cheap arcade cabinets ($1 per play), good wood-fired pizza, and beer. Family-friendly during the day.
7. Pinball Pub Montreal (Pop-ups + special events)
Roving pinball tournament organizers who host events at venues across the city. Follow their Facebook page for the next location and tournament dates.
8. La Récréation (Old Montreal)
Newer arcade and board game bar in the Old Port area. Trendier crowd, better cocktails, slightly higher prices but worth it for the location.
Tips for an Arcade Bar Night
- Go early (before 9 PM) for shorter waits at popular cabinets
- Bring cash — some arcade machines are still coin-operated
- Plan a meal first — arcade bar food is usually basic; eat well, then play
- Tuesday/Wednesday are quietest nights with best machine availability
- Birthday groups: most arcade bars take large group reservations
What to Combine
- Pre-game dinner at a Plateau restaurant before Foonzo or Randolph
- Bar-hop the Quartier Latin after a few games
- Combine with bowling at Notre-Dame-des-Quilles for a full retro evening
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