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Location
Food & drinks
bar with variety of cocktails, beer selection, slushies
Age fit
private event reservations available
Visitor tip
The pinball machines are among the newest and best-maintained in the area - if you're a pinball enthusiast, this is the place to visit. Check out their pinball tournaments for competitive play and to connect with other players.
What visitors say
Brandon the bartender at was amazing! Took great care of myself, my husband, and our friends on my birthday for a night out after having baby boy! Wonderful place to go. So fun!!!
I'm a sucker for beer and pinball and this place has a wide variety of both. Staff was super friendly. Atmosphere was energetic. We had a few pints and played a few matches. Lots of fun. Nothing to complain about.
I think The Operating Room in Ankeny makes for an enjoyable family night for all. My daughters have a good time when I take them to the Operating Room We enjoy playing competitive Pac Man (4 players) and Mario Kart, the motorcycle…
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Did You Know?
- The Operating Room features the newest and well-maintained pinball machines and hosts regular pinball tournaments, making it a destination for pinball enthusiasts
- As an independent arcade venue, The Operating Room maintains a large arcade with 50-100 games including classic titles like Pac-Man (4 players) and Mario Kart alongside modern attractions like Jurassic Park and Tomb Raider arcade games
- The venue combines a full bar with an extensive cocktail and beer selection with arcade gaming, creating a barcade experience that reviewers note has better ambiance and game functionality compared to other similar establishments
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