Family Fun Centers

Asheville Retrocade

Name: Asheville Retrocade
Address: 800 Haywood Rd #100, Asheville, NC 28806, Asheville, NC, US
Telephone: (828) 575-9488
Rating: 4.7

★★★★☆ 4.7 (1709 reviews)

📍 800 Haywood Rd #100, Asheville, NC 28806

📞 (828) 575-9488

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About Asheville Retrocade

Venue for arcade/video games. Hangout offering a vast range of vintage & modern video & arcade games, plus several beers on tap. Asheville Retrocade offers unlimited play for $12, positioning itself as a significantly more affordable alternative to Dave and Busters for extended gaming sessions. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,709 visitors.

Quick Facts

Best For: All Ages Till 9Pm, 21 And Up After 9Pm
Food: local craft beers, domestic beers, wine, Coke products

💡 Did You Know?

⭐Asheville Retrocade offers unlimited play for $12, positioning itself as a significantly more affordable alternative to Dave and Busters for extended gaming sessions
⭐The venue houses a beer memorabilia collection dating back to the 1930s, combining arcade gaming with historical beverage artifacts
⭐Asheville Retrocade operates until 2am with a flexible age policy (all ages until 9pm, then 21+ only), making it one of the latest-operating arcade venues for adult gaming
⭐The arcade features 5000+ games with both indoor and outdoor play areas, including an outside deck and patio, making it exceptionally large for a single independent venue
⭐Pinball machines are the most discussed aspect across reviews with 192 mentions, indicating they are a major draw and distinguishing feature of the venue

💬 What Visitors Say

💬The $10 per person unlimited play deal is exceptional value - you can easily spend 2+ hours playing without worrying about token costs. Plan to arrive with cash or verify payment methods accepted.
💡Pinball machines are the main attraction with 192 mentions across reviews. If you're a pinball enthusiast, arrive early or visit during off-peak hours to get quality time on popular machines.
💡The venue stays open until 2am and features an outside deck and patio area - perfect for taking breaks, enjoying the atmosphere, and mixing arcade gaming with socializing over reasonably-priced drinks.
💡This is genuinely kid-friendly with no age restrictions - children can play retro games and modern consoles (PlayStation, Xbox) while parents enjoy the beer selection. It's a rare family venue that works for all ages.
💬Be prepared that some areas may have musty odors and cleaning could be better in downstairs areas, but games are well-maintained. Arrive with realistic expectations about the vintage venue's aesthetic.