Dorky's Arcade

754 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402, United States
+1 253-627-4156
$$$ Video arcade
(3019 Reviews)

Welcome to Dorky's Arcade, a treasured video arcade located in the heart of Tacoma, Washington. Nestled at 754 Pacific Ave, this vibrant destination offers not just a chance to relive your childhood through classic games, but also an inviting atmosphere where nostalgia meets modern fun.

Dorky's Arcade stands out with its eclectic array of vintage arcade machines and modern gaming setups. As you step inside, the seductive sounds of beeping machines and the exhilaration of the arcade blend together to create an electrifying ambiance. The walls are adorned with the beloved imagery of classic video games, transporting you back to the arcade heyday of the 80s and 90s.

This venue is unpretentious yet captivating, where families, friends, and gamers gather to spend time together over a friendly competition. For those who enjoy a frosty beverage, Dorky's enhances your gaming experience with a thoughtfully curated selection of craft beers, offering the perfect refreshment to sip while you aim for that high score.

The beauty of Dorky's lies not only in its games but also in its community spirit. Numerous guests have expressed their appreciation for the friendly environment, where local patrons feel welcomed and at home. Doug Green echoes this sentiment, highlighting the arcade's commitment to preserving classic machines while enjoying a diverse beer selection. Meanwhile, Ashlie Delgado's heartwarming account of celebrating a birthday party emphasizes the place's accommodating staff and their willingness to enhance your visit, even amid ongoing renovations.

While some of the machines are currently unavailable or undergoing maintenance, many patrons remain hopeful for Dorky's revitalization and transformation. Krystal Perez and Peter P express their yearning for the arcade to return to its former glory, showing the deep connection of the community with this cherished location.

Dorky's Arcade serves as a reminder of the fun and magic of gaming, appealing to your inner child while creating unforgettable memories with friends and family. Whether you're dropping in for a casual outing or a dedicated gaming session, join the countless others who have embraced this gem of Tacoma. Your next adventure awaits!

Accessibility
Has wheelchair-accessible car park
Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
From the business
Identifies as veteran-owned
Service options
On-site services available
Highlights
Has active military discounts
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Paid multi-storey car park
Paid parking lot
Paid street parking
Openings Hours
Checking

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

Closed

Thursday

3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Friday

3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Saturday

12:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Sunday

1:00 AM - 11:00 PM

3019 Reviews
Doug Green

15 Sep 2025

Looking forward to seeing this place remodeled & the owner's future vision. Been here a few times over the years and kudos to anyone attempting to keep alive these classic machines. It is awesome to have a place to relive some youth and enjoy a huge variety of beers at the same time.

Christeen Graff

08 Sep 2025

I see you LEE I'll be back. Came in from the island, Nice little spot. Crusty little Dog was friendly and so was the staff. Good time.

Krystal Perez

16 Aug 2025

All of us love this places, we’ve been coming here around 4 years, even though I think have change and I have enjoyed my time here less, machines are a little more expensive, and last time I was there more than a half of the machines weren’t working or they have it in the back, my guess is that they are renovating. Hopefully they will be back how they were before. This place has decent arcade food, pizza, wing, drinks and local beers. At night it becomes like a music with lights and most of the people are adults. Parking we always find some around the street but sometimes can be tedious. The food can be a bit expensive, but if you don’t want to eat there there’s plenty of places to eat around.

Peter P

06 Aug 2025

I have been coming here with my son for years. It was top notch fun a few years back with a good beer and game selection but it looks to be in a transition period. It's somewhat of a bummer of seeing it at "it's peak" and seeing it in it's current condition but hopefully the owner gets it back to it's former awesomeness. With the retro game store up the street along with all the antique shops, it was part of a fun day excursion my son and I enjoyed many, many times and would like to continue to experience.

Ashlie Delgado

03 Aug 2025

We descended on this place as a party of 9 with no warning for a birthday party, Complete with ice cream cake. They were in the process of remodeling and were still SO accommodating. Storing our ice cream cake in the freezer, allowing us to bring pizza from across the street. The owners are so kind and flexible. I cannot say enough good things about our experience here. We're from out of town and just picked a place that looked like it would take our husbands (the birthday boys) back to their childhoods. Google does not allow enough stars.

Viktorija Pallasigui

18 Jul 2025

Super fun place to come to with or without kids! Parking can be tricky since it's right in the down town, but overall, it's in a good location with a bunch of food places nearby if you don't feel like snacking and drinking inside. It could have less pinball machines, and more up-to-date games, but that's just my personal preference. We love collectible card games too! Overall, it's a fun place, so we will keep coming back over and over again.

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