Barcade, Philadelphia PA

Barcade was dark, hot, sweaty, crowded and loud, all reminders of my childhood in arcades only now i had a large selection of beer and cocktails to choose from. Games from the 80s and 90s line every available space, most twenty-five to fifty cents. Food is tasty and quick and good for the price.

The only issue was that when we came to town we were being festive and were wearing bad christmas sweaters and one friend had a santa hat and beard on and we were denied entrance at first because they "had trouble" with this event prior. It was our first time ever coming here. Once we ditched the hat and beard we were allowed in. Seems like an awful silly rule to have around the holidays. So be aware, looking remotely festive will have you denied.

Went after work with a group of coworkers. They took covid very seriously and only allowed a few per table and gave us the back section on the picnic benches outside. They had a great drink menu with lots of interesting mixes. Also a good selection of beers.
The service was great The night was perfect. They also have heating lamps out back so I guess as it gets colder it'll still be a place you can hang for a bit.
We did not play the video games but they had a ton of selections and, they had TAPPER my all-time favorite!
Loved the vibe. Now I want to go to the one in Brooklyn.