PLAY Arcade Bar & Restaurant

About PLAY Arcade Bar & Restaurant

PLAY Arcade Bar & Restaurant at 34 Union St in New Bedford, MA is an 80s‑style pinball arcade and full‑service bar and restaurant featuring a rotating collection of pinball machines (nine listed on the current floor) and dozens of classic arcade titles—examples include Addams Family, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Rick & Morty, Walking Dead, Lethal Weapon and the giant Hercules—paired with scratch‑made pub food (vegan and gluten‑free options), a craft beer list, rooftop deck and regular live music and events; the venue is family‑friendly until 8PM and 21+ after 8PM, with typical hours Wed–Fri 5PM–midnight, Sat noon–midnight and Sun noon–9PM. Locals praise the lively atmosphere, solid drinks and friendly staff on review sites.