Level Up Is An Arcade Bar In Nebraska That Will Take You Back In Time

Being a grownup is hard, and a lot of the time it's no fun. An awesome bar in downtown Grand Island is helping adults leave their worries behind and act like kids for a while.

Level Up Arcade Bar opened in Grand Island on October 4, 2019. It adds a fun new element to the downtown area.

The atmosphere is laid-back but lively; you can play video games, watch a game on the massive TV, or just sit and chat with friends.

Be sure to wander the whole space to see some hand-painted video game characters and other colorful details. Whatever you do, though, don't grow up. It's a trap.

You'll want to try out every game in the bar. There are tons of old favorites that you'll probably remember from your childhood and some new spins on classic games.

It's a one-of-a-kind date night destination if you're out to prove your gaming superiority, and it's the perfect place to spend an evening with friends. Pick up a beer, pick your game, and battle for top place.

You can even bring your kids along to share the fun! There's a separate drinks menu for kids, just to make their visit even more special. But since Level Up is a bar, minors aren't allowed after 9 p.m.

Don't worry about modern prices for these classic games. Games cost just 50 cents to play.

Whether you're into Super Mario Bros or pinball, Space Invaders or air hockey, or just having a drink in a fun place, Level Up is here to make sure you remember that there's still a kid in all of us.

Level Up is open Wednesday-Friday, 4 p.m.-1 a.m. and Saturday-Sunday, 12 p.m.-1 a.m. Keep up with all of the fun on Level Up's Facebook page.

Looking for something a little further east? Visit Beercade in Omaha for another arcade bar experience.