Adulthood is no walk in the park, and we all need an escape from the chaos every now and then. You’ll find just that at Maniac’s Mansion, an arcade in Wichita Falls that has a cereal bar with over two dozen childhood favorites. Whether you were a chocoholic who liked to start the morning with a bowl of Reese’s Puffs or preferred something fruity like Trix, rest assured the kid living inside you will be thoroughly satisfied.

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The ultimate place to be a kid again, Maniac's Mansion is an alcohol-free arcade bar nestled in the heart of historic downtown Wichita Falls.
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Upon entrance, you'll feel as if you've stepped through a portal back to simpler times, with wall-to-wall nostalgia in the form of old-school gaming consoles everyone born in the 90s or earlier will recognize.
From pinball to Pac-Man and everything in between, the selection of games is huge.
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All of the more than 30 machines are set to free play, so you won't need to buy quarters or tokens. Instead, for just $8 per person, you can enjoy all the games your inner child desires from open 'til close. There are classic board games like Connect Four and Jumanji, too!
So what makes Maniac's Mansion an arcade bar if not adult beverages?
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A quick glance behind the counter reveals the answer: a seemingly endless array of kid's cereals in all their sugar-laden glory.

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There are over two dozen cereals to choose from, including such favorites as Reese's Puffs, Trix, and Cookie Crisp.
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You'll also see a variety of different toppings like fresh fruit, chocolate chips, and whipped cream, as well as non-dairy milks for those with dietary restrictions.
Not all of the cereals are easily recognizable - take these limited edition holiday boxes, for example.
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Chow down on some Jack Skellington cereal for Halloween, then come back around Christmastime and munch on a big bowl of Buddy the Elf!
In addition to cereal, the arcade also offers a wide selection of soda in all sorts of unique flavors.
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From blueberry pie to birthday cake, the options are endless. Some of the beverages come from other countries, too!
Whatever you do, make sure to check out all the vintage memorabilia before you leave.
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From posters to figurines and a whole host of other collectibles, the inventory is sure to resurrect cherished memories you had all but forgotten about.

Hours are 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday, 5 p.m. until 10 p.m. Friday, and 6 p.m. until 10:45 p.m. Saturday. Visit the arcade’s Facebook page to learn more.

Have you ever been to Maniac’s Mansion? If so, what was your favorite cereal? Tell us all about your experience in the comments section below, then check out our previous article for a different kind of arcade bar in Texas where you can unleash your inner child while sipping an adult beverage.

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Maniac’s Mansion (TAG’s), 710 8th St, Wichita Falls, TX 76301, USA