It feels like we’ve uncovered something huge! Did you know that there are 15+ arcades in DFW? Several of them are smack-dab in the heart of Dallas too, and almost all of these spots offer a Good Time on a Dime! And most, including our favorite Dallas arcade bar, offer an adult-friendly atmosphere where you can enjoy games, drinks, and food all in one place.
We are excited to share this fun, affordable activity with you — it’s perfect for a day out with friends or family. And because we know you’re excited too, Here’s What’s Up, Dallas!
Table of Contents
- An Honest Review of Dallas Cidercade
- Our Favorite Dallas Arcade Bar: Round Two
- Full DFW Arcade List
- Quick Summary
An Honest Review of Dallas Cidercade
“All you can play for just $12!”
Those words had me doing a double take, turning to my friend with wide eyes — unlimited games for what?! $12?! Naturally, being someone who’s always on the hunt for a great deal, my interest was immediately piqued. Autumn here, yep, me again. I’d heard people mention Dallas Cidercade before, but never the price — and that’s a shame, because I definitely would’ve been there forever ago if I’d known!
“I’m in.” The words spontaneously leapt out of my mouth. Without hesitation, I pulled out a crumpled $20 bill and decided to drive over to Cidercade. Despite my enthusiasm, however, suspicion lingered. Was this going to be like a Spirit Airlines flight, where you think you’re getting a deal, only to be hit with fee after fee? Or was this, in fact, legit?
I entered the Cidercade Dallas arcade bar warily, but I exited a happy customer. I’m thrilled to report, it’s totally legit! My friend and I spent hours playing games, hanging out on the back patio, eating cheap junk food from the vending machines and overall having a great time! All for just $12, plus food and drink! And guess what? The refreshments were well-priced too, and no one was trying to aggressively sell us anything. It was fantastic!
Wash, Rinse, Repeat
Within a month, I was headed back to Cidercade with my friend and sisters in tow — except when I got there, I left almost immediately! Oh, my gosh . . . Cidercade is wayyyyyyy too busy on a Saturday afternoon! Before, when I’d gone on a random Thursday night, it was half-empty, lit up with cozy lights, and filled with the wonderful sounds of people having fun. However, on Saturday, it was packed to the brim. Those ‘cozy lights’ suddenly felt blinding, and the cacophony of sounds made my head swim.
“Too many people.” Before my sisters and friend could could even walk in the door, I was already shaking my head. “It’s way too crowded. We can’t.” But if we left, where would we go? That would mean no arcade, right? Wrong!
Like I mentioned previously, there are 15+ arcades in DFW, and thankfully, we knew the exact Dallas arcade bar we wanted to visit next!
Our Favorite Dallas Arcade Bar: Round Two
Less than 15 minutes from Cidercade (the most popular Dallas arcade bar) lies our favorite Dallas arcade bar: Round Two. Located in Bishop Arts, this place is surrounded by fantastic shops and eateries. Once you figure out parking, which is admittedly a bit of a struggle, you have access to THE BEST DEAL EVER!
All you can play arcade games for just $5! You read it; fie dolla!
This place is beyond great, and it’s so fun too! The vibes are right, and the bar is super affordable! For us, this is the best Dallas arcade bar, not only for the price but also for the location and game selection. If you’re super into retro games, this is the place for you. Yeah, there’s air hockey and basketball and special gaming bays. But where this place really shines is in its selection of classic arcade games. Think Frogger, Mario, Pac-Man, Asteroids, Donkey Kong, etc.
It’s a frickin blast to the past, and we love it!
All of the games have the option for solo play, which is great because that means you can have a good time all by yourself! Most games also have a two-player mode, which means you can bring a friend and try to conquer one of the harder games that invites team play (or you can duel your friend in battle — but the cooperative games are way more fun)!
Round Two Dallas Arcade Bar Basic Information
- Hours:
- Mon: Closed
- Tues-Thurs: 6pm-12am
- Friday: 6pm-2am
- Sat: 12pm-2am
- Sun: 12pm-11pm
- Address: 821 W. Davis St. Dallas, TX 75208
- Prices:
- $5 Free Play for 21+
- $10 Free Play for Children, Teens and Everyone under 21
- $15 Per Hour to Reserve Gaming Bays
- Menu:
- $12 Frozen Drinks, $10 Specialty Cocktails, $7 Shots, $6 Mocktails
- Beers, Ciders and Seltzers
- Beef hot dogs, chips, and chocolate bars!
- On Friday nights only: Eloteciendo, a street corn and nacho vendor!
- Website and Social Media:
- Website: https://www.roundtwodallas.com/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/round.two.dallas
- TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@round.two.dallas
- Additional Information:
- 21+ ONLY after 8pm!
- During the weekday, you can rent out the entire arcade for just $200! Invite up to 40 friends for 2 hours of free play. Prices increase for the weekends.
Round Two Arcade Games
- Arcade Games:
- There are too many to list here! Round Two Arcade has 40+ retro arcade games
- If you’re interested, click here for a full list of all of them
- Retro Consoles: These games will make you feel like a kid again
- Nintendo: Mario Bros, Duck Hunt
- Super Nintendo: Super Mario Bros
- Nintendo 64: Smash Bros, Goldeneye, Mario Kart
- Sega Genesis: Sonic 2
- Mini Gaming Bays:
- These are free and include Nintendo Switch, Xbox, And Wii
- Games vary!
- Full Gaming Bays:
- Rumor has it, these are $15 per bay to reserve but free for walk-ins!
- Options: Mario Bay, Bowser Bay, Ninja Turtles Bay, Pacman Bay
Round Two Dallas Arcade Bar Deals
- Drink Deals:
- $5 Shot Wheel: Take a spin at the shot wheel and drink whatever you land on!
- $5 Dos Equis, Michelob Ultra and Fireball (Mon-Weds)
- $5 Fireball, $4 Busch Light, $5 Mystery Shot (Tues-Weds)
- 2 for $12 Cocktail Shots: Get two of the same specialty cocktail shots for just $12
- Free Entry and Jello Shot:
- Enter for free when you show a scorecard from Round Two’s sister location, ‘Another Round,’ which offers $18 all-you-can-play mini golf!
- Leave a 5-star yelp or google review to get a free Jello shot!
- Date Night Challenge:
- Get a card from the bartender that has a list of 8 games and 1 tie-breaker.
- Compete with your opponent and then end the night with two cocktail shots of your choice! Only $12!
- Full list of Round 2 Cheat Codes listed here:
Full DFW Arcade List
So far, we’ve covered two Dallas arcades. But what about the rest? There’s ‘Free Play Dallas’ which has a $12.50 Entry and 160+ Arcade Games. There’s also ‘Nickelmania’ and ‘Nicklerama’ which have a $4.50 and $6 admission, not to mention a bunch of games which only cost 1-8 nickels per play! There’s ‘Arcade 92’, and a ton of other spots.
We would list all of them for you, except we don’t have to — because someone on Reddit already did! Click here to read a full list of every arcade in DFW along with descriptions of each. It’s both a funny and informative read.
Quick Summary
In summary, we have a ton of affordable arcades in DFW. Cidercade, which has 100+ arcade games, delicious food trucks, and $12 free play, is the most popular option, but it can get really crowded. Round Two — our favorite Dallas arcade bar — with 40+ retro arcade games, $5 free play and a location next door to a ton of different shops and eateries, is perfect for anybody who loves classics! Both of these options serve alcohol. You can read Cidercade’s beverage menu and Round Two’s drink menu online if you’re curious.
Additionally, both of these venues are family-friendly. However, if you’re looking for arcades that are ultra family-friendly, be sure to check out the Reddit list detailing every arcade in DFW. You’re sure to find the right arcade for you — and have a good time on a dime too!
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Until next time!
