Emporium Arcade Bar

Reviews

• LC

  Lara Carvalho

  1 day ago
  5.0
  absolutely great drinks and plenty of games options! fun is guaranteed :)
• KC

  Kalvin Corbett

  Jul 15, 2026
  4.0
  Electronica music was not so great but otherwise lovely fun experience. Super nice bartenders, great selection of games.
• AA

  Addy

  Jul 6, 2026
  5.0
  Massive Multi-Level Arcade Heaven 🥰 ​TL;DR: A huge, high-ceilinged retro playground on Divisadero with 35+ games, bars on both floors, and an incredibly social community vibe. Perfect for a night out—just know it's BYOF (Bring Your Own Food), so grab some local takeout before you head in! ​🕹️ The Space & The Games ​The moment you walk in, the sheer scale of the place hits you. It’s a massive, beautiful space with huge high ceilings that give it a super grand, open feel. They have around 35 games packed inside, so you will never run out of things to play. ​The Variety: They have a little bit of everything— classic Pac-Man, air hockey, and basketball hoops. ​Pool Tables: If you love pool, you’re in luck. They have multiple pool tables split across both levels (a couple on the ground floor and a couple upstairs on the mezzanine). ​The Stage Screen: One of the coolest features is the giant projector screen on the main stage. They play old-school throwbacks like the original Top Gun while you hang out. ​💰 Tokens, Drinks & Food Policy ​The Math: Grab a $10 bill and feed it to the machines to get 40 tokens. YES it accepts credit and debit card as well. Since most machines only cost 2 to 4 tokens per game, a tenner goes a surprisingly long way. ​Dual Bars: You never have to wait too long for a drink because they have fully stocked bars on both the upper and lower levels, featuring great cocktails and a massive local craft beer list. They also have dedicated water stations at the bar to keep you hydrated. ​The Food (BYOF): They don’t actually have an in-house kitchen, but they are totally Bring Your Own Food. They actively encourage you to grab takeout from any of the amazing restaurants nearby on Divisadero or have food delivered right to the door. Just grab your food, claim a bench inside, and fuel up between games. ​🎒 Quick Insider Tips ​The Vibe Check: The crowd here is notoriously friendly. It’s the kind of spot where it’s incredibly easy to strike up a conversation or challenge a total stranger to a multiplayer game. On select nights, they have live DJs spinning excellent sets to keep the energy up. ​Beat the Squeeze: This place is no secret, and when it gets packed, it gets packed. The crowd can get dense enough that standing room alone becomes tough to find. If you want to casually wander the games or lock down a pool table, definitely roll up on the early side. Don't miss the cute photo booth tucked outside near the entrance to capture the night. ​Layer Up: It's San Francisco neighborhood rules—no matter how warm it starts out, always bring a jacket because you'll be walking back to your car that you had to park a couple of blocks away. 🫠🤩
• KS

  Kieth Smith

  Jun 22, 2026
  1.0
  I love this place, but I was banned after catching the bartender giving me water instead of vodka. When I asked for receipts, I was kicked out without them. Disappointing! I hope they review the cameras. I wasn’t aggressive, just called out the bartender's mistake.
• IV

  Isaias V

  Jun 21, 2026
  1.0
  came mostly for the ddr extreme cab since im visiting a friend and theres no other nearby cabinet. pads and buttons are sticky, left side up and down arrows dont work. walked out after 2 failed stages. its a shame because its visually a great machine, until you play it. also its 1 token for 1 song. i would accept that if the machine was in a great condition but not the way it is right now.

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