Being an adult definitely has its upsides—nothing beats establishing your own bedtime and eating as much ice cream as you’d like at one time. However, there are definitely times where we dream of being a kid again. The next time you feel like indulging your inner child, look no further than this unique arcade bar in our state’s capital city. This place combines the best of both worlds by offering a place where one can enjoy adult beverages while playing all of your favorite games from childhood. It’s an absolute blast, so pay it a visit and prepare for lots of retro fun!
Located in the heart of downtown Boise, Spacebar Arcade is a must-visit destination for those who consider themselves kids at heart. The arcade bar is the only one its kind in the city and it promises hours of nostalgic fun.
Spacebar is an underground arcade bar that is located right in front of the state's capitol building. Immediately upon walking inside, you'll become completely immersed in the retro atmosphere. From the decades-old game cabinets to the hip and colorful decor, everything about this place looks straight out of the 1980s—in a good way.
If you have fond memories of spending quarter after quarter at arcades as a kid, then you'll likely be swept up by the nostalgia of all these vintage games. Spacebar is home to some of the most iconic video games in history, including Burgertime, Pac-Man, Super Mario Bros., and Donkey Kong.
They also boast a great selection of pinball machines. You could easily lose track of time trying to get the top score on one of these classic machines. And yes, they have a coin machine for your convenience!
As for the adult beverages, you'll have a wide selection of different types of beer and wine to choose from—both in the can and on draft. Spacebar likes to highlight many of Boise's very own breweries, so expect to try out some local beer while you're here.
Retro games are king at Spacebar but you'll find that they also boast some modern options via their in-house game consoles and vast selection of board games. From classic Jenga and Monopoly to the newest Mario Kart, there's something for every type of gamer here.
For hours of vintage fun with friends, Spacebar Arcade in downtown Boise is a great choice. This unique bar will make you feel the thrill of being a kid in an arcade again and that type of entertainment is simply priceless.
