Up-Down, Arcade bar and pizzeria in Lyndale Avenue, Minneapolis, US
Up-Down is an arcade bar and pizzeria on Lyndale Avenue in Minneapolis that combines vintage gaming machines from the 1980s and 1990s with food and drink service. The selection includes classic games alongside newer console games projected on large screens, plus skee-ball lanes for additional play options.
The establishment began with the concept of merging arcade gaming machines with restaurant and bar service, combining two separate entertainment worlds. This approach reflects the broader trend of pairing nostalgic entertainment with contemporary food and drink culture.
The venue brings together the nostalgia of arcade gaming with contemporary social dining, creating a casual gathering place where people of different ages naturally spend time together. Food and games blend into one experience rather than being separate activities.
The location is easy to find and operates on extended hours from afternoon into the night on weekdays, with earlier opening on weekends. Come prepared for crowds and noise during busy times, and note that game availability may change throughout the week.
Each arcade game costs just 25 cents to play, making this one of the cheaper places to enjoy classic gaming compared to other arcades. This low cost allows visitors to try many different games without spending much money.
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