Game Terminal: Nashville's retro barcade for games, bites, and big-time fun.
Game Terminal is a Nashville bar, arcade, and event venue with hundreds of retro machines on free play and a standout pinball lineup (some titles for a small extra charge). The full-service kitchen and bar, friendly staff, and welcoming vibe fuel a fun atmosphere. Tuesday trivia, bingo, and frequent events pair with outdoor yard games and ping-pong for a complete hangout. Admission and parking are free.
201 Terminal Ct, Nashville, TN 37210, USA
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Hundreds of classic video games on free play, plus pinball machines for a small additional charge.
Craft beers, cocktails, and drinks to enjoy while gaming or socializing.
Bar favorites like burgers and chicken sandwiches served from a full kitchen.
Private and corporate events for groups, with game access and catering options.
Yard games and ping-pong tables on the patio for extended fun.
Events like trivia nights, bingo, and happy hour specials for regular entertainment.
Overall rating
Jordan Britton
Game Terminal isn’t just an arcade. It’s a full-on retro paradise. Hundreds of classic machines are buzzing on free play, delivering nonstop nostalgia from the moment you walk in. Pinball fans will be especially happy, with an impressive lineup of shiny pinball machines available for a small additional charge. Outside, there are yard games and ping-pong tables that keep the fun going beyond the arcade floor. The staff is friendly and welcoming, even when you’ve just lost your last life. The bar offers a solid selection of beers and cocktails, perfect for recharging between games, and the food menu hits the spot with burgers and chicken sandwiches. Overall, Game Terminal is an awesome place to hang out, play games, eat well, and have a great time. Highly recommended!
Kenna
We’ve come here a lot for several events and always have a great time! It’s free to get in and park which you can’t beat. Tuesday night trivia is something we’ve started to attend and we are having such a great time going. They give out gift cards and you can still play games before and after, it’s also the same time as happy hour. They are usually doing events, specials and deals which is great for all budgets. We’ve hosted an event with my work here for about 40 people in the past and everyone of all ages loved it. Food is very typical bar food, but you can’t beat the drinks and the atmosphere. We’ve had a great experience with Shane who worked after hours to help my party during trivia and the bartender is always so sweet! @kenna.claire on IG for more.
Hanna G
This place is such a hidden gem. Wonderful service from Brett and the bartender with the full leg sleeve, didn’t get his name. We visited while we were on a weekend trip and it was wonderful. They had bingo going while we were able to go to the different pinball machines and play. There were also outside patio games that you can go and play.
Captain “Ox” Senate
My wife and I came in and we had an incredible experience. We were in town for my birthday weekend celebrating. Came here before we traveled back home. This is absolutely one of the most incredible places I’ve ever been, in terms of gaming, and my wife and I have been to many places around the world. Absolutely loved it. They have a full service kitchen and bar. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Awesome people. I will be telling everyone I know about this place and recommending them to come. I will be coming back when I travel through the area again. Would recommend to come if you enjoy pinball, a fun atmosphere, and great staff and service overall.
John Smith
Thomas & Kara are #1. I came all the way from Oregon to check out Game Terminal and hands down, it blew me away. Great food. Atmosphere is solid. The collection of both pins & videos transcends into some serious rare titles. It is a must go barcade when in Nashville.
