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Level 1 Arcade Bar
60 W Vaughn Ave #107, Gilbert, AZ 85233, United States
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Da
Review №1

Great for 1st dates or just out with your buddies. They have all the great classic arcades. Brought back so many memories and such a good feel to break free from using electronic game. Also liked all the lights and the lit up bar and great selection of beers and cocktails

Da
Review №2

Went here to check it out. Great experience. A combo arcade / bar. We came during a week night. It had a good crowd. The staff was very friendly and the food was good. Highly recommend for a nice evening out to do something new.

Ke
Review №3

The atmosphere is great!! Has a lot of the 80s arcade games, music, lights. The bartender Nate is wonderful very friendly. The bar food is very good I recommend the tacos. They have handie wipes at every machine. If you get a chance to go I highly recommend. Five stars all the way

Al
Review №4

All of the staff are very nice and professional. The drinks are amazing and there are great deals occurring daily. Kids are allowed until 7pm which means you have a great place in downtown Gilbert to take the family during the day or take that special somebody on a date at night.

Jo
Review №5

️Epic barcade in Gilbert finally! definitely check it out it has every single classic game that you want to play and more. they have at game service and you can walk up to a very cool bar with a good tap list as well as a full liquor selection. Happy hour is daily till 7:00 and they have a legit patio on the side and so far the service is with a smile.

Ge
Review №6

Love this bar! Its the ultimate place to take a date or bring your friends to because theres so many arcade games, and happy hour almost all night! The food is so delicious and I cant complain about the drinks either.Level 1 Arcade Bar is my favorite bartenders and they are so funny and fun to talk to. And also easy on the eyes.

Ke
Review №7

The games bring back some good memories and I had a good time.The downfall is :the place is really small and many games are off due to social distancing. But, the place is so small that social distancing is not possible (I personally thing its a joke, but this another story)On Tuesdays they give tokens when you buy a drink...except when they dont remember.On a good note, the video games are cheap (pinball isnt).I dont think Ill be back

Ka
Review №8

This is a pretty cool place to come play the games my husband and I grew up playing!! Great food and drinks are a bonus!!

Da
Review №9

Cool place to look and play some games. The drinks could be better. Ive had about 4 different drinks, they all taste the same. Nothing special.

ni
Review №10

Fantastic place to go they have such a large collection of old arcade games and pinball machines to chose from it is wonderful. On top of the fact they have well prices out drinks and decently made bar food. I truly enjoyed my self each time I went there for it made me fell like a kid again but with booze and good music.

ka
Review №11

This place was amazing. Great atmosphere, employees James and Kyle were fantastic. We were curious about it and James waved us in, gave us the low down and we were hooked. The food was great and the game choices were beyond nostalgic. Love it and will be bringing many friends back. Wonderful idea!

Ch
Review №12

What a cool place! The bartenders are awesome and they have some really good food. I definitely recommend the fried PB&J its awesome. The have all of the old arcade games I grew up with, and plenty of pinball as well. I will be going back as soon as they open back up.

Ad
Review №13

First time here....this place it fun! Even for adults. Our kids really loved it. The food was very good. Good selection of beers on tap. We always try and support local businesses.....we will definitely be coming back regularly! Congratulations guys!

Ca
Review №14

I was looking forward to getting out of the house and doing something fun but when we got there the bouncer wouldnt let me in because my ID had expired. I havent been able to go back to Utah, and wont be until October, to get it renewed. We explained that to him as well as the fact that we dont drink at all and he proceeded to kick us out. The way I see it is if the TSA is going to let me board my plane in October with an expired ID then I should be allowed into the arcade.

Br
Review №15

My first time here and drinks were phenomenal! I can honestly say everyone was so great and the service was top notch BUT we will be back because of Nick!

As
Review №16

BESTTTTT BARTENDER EVER NAMED CORY he was so fun and amazing and gave good drinks and banter. Love him. Love the games. Amazing drinks.

Ch
Review №17

Great place to vibe, have a drink and play the OG arcade games. Highly recommended!

Se
Review №18

This place would be great except for a few things: 1) a single employee on a Saturday afternoon, 2) a bunch of little kids running around a BAR; and most importantly 3) NO ONE was wearing mask inside the entire 2 hours I was there and the place got crowded. Wont go come back until 2021 at best.

ch
Review №19

Came here with a group of 7 and everyone had so much fun! All the staff were super friendly and the drinks were delicious! We will be back soon

Ch
Review №20

This is a great spot to vibe , get a great drink and play the OG games. Highly recommended.

Jo
Review №21

Great music and game selection. Definite gem hidden in downtown Gilbert

Re
Review №22

Really enjoy this place. Service, drink options and tacos were great. But the best part were the games. Its fun to play games I grew up playing at the arcades.

Am
Review №23

Corey is literally the most amazing human of all time and I will 100% come back, even if its just to see him

Ty
Review №24

Great old school arcade, most games being only a quarter. However I do feel that 1$ for pinball machines is a bit much

Da
Review №25

Love this place from the vibe, to the atmosphere, the nostalgia created by the older games, food, music and the service. Thanks Nick (great bartender)

Tr
Review №26

Good atmosphere but definitely not a club just a good place to chill and drink with friends

Ha
Review №27

We had such a good time. The drinks were great, everyone was cool with the social distancing protocols (kinda like a gym, just wipe down the machine with the provided sanitary wipes) and they had such a good variety of games! Definitely hitting this place up again.

Sh
Review №28

I been there 5 times and its awesome place. Great selection of arcades and pinball, and some of there food is pretty good and the owner and the employees are very friendly. A small complaint i would make is there 90s pinball machines cost a dollar to play. Im okay that the stren pinball machines cost a dollar. I feel like the 80s to 2010s pinball machines should cost 50 cents because most bars and a few arcade places have 50 cent pinball machines. Other than that I really like this place and I recommend giving it a try.

De
Review №29

Really nostalgic, cool bar! Loved the variety in games and drinks. Really great staff working. Keep up the awesome work guys!

Am
Review №30

I have been to this bar/ arcade 3 or 4 times now in the last few months and I have not had a bad experience yet! It is such a fun atmosphere. All of the bar tenders are friendly, especially John. He is awesome, he really made the experience here so much better, exceptional customer service. very friendly and made some really fun/ creative shots and drinks for me and my friends, all of which were reasonably priced.I think the location is great right in downtown Gilbert. plus It is so much fun to get to play old school games and listen to music while drinking. Overall this place is great will def. be back!

Ju
Review №31

Great times bartender Nick made it a great experience I will definitely be back!!!!!

Si
Review №32

Was visiting the area and always love checking out the local arcades. Wow this one was a blast. Great selection. Awesome atmosphere. Bartenders were amazing. Jon is a keeper and would love to come back just to have him take care of us again!!! If I could rate higher I would!

Je
Review №33

It was super clean, and the staff were wonderful. I only drank water (boring, I know) but they were so kind in keeping my glass full! Like seriously wonderful people! I didnt catch any names, but they were just friendly and smiley! And my friends seemed to have a ton of fun at the arcade games. Very happy customer. Also, the baked potato tots were pretty dang good!

Ad
Review №34

Love love the arcade games and atmosphere here!! I had one game issue and it was taken care of immediately! Bartenders were very fast and efficient especially for a Saturday night!

La
Review №35

I’m from out of town but had the chance to stop in a couple weeks ago. Had a great time! The video games brought me back to when I was 15. This time around I had some amazing Bloody Mary’s.I’ll definitely be back next time I’m in the area. As for now I made sure to tell my friends and family that live in the East Valley to check it out.Also want to give a shout out to your best employee.Her name is Teresa. Don’t know her last name and I don’t know if you have more than one Teresa but the one I’m talking about was very energetic, she has these amazing eyes and don’t get me started on her laugh! She made us laugh the whole night!!! I wish my employees were more like her.Thanks and see you guys sometime soon.

Ch
Review №36

This place is so fun! Great for a day put with the kids or a fun date night!

Ja
Review №37

Great Bar! A good spot to play old school arcade games and pinball. Great vibe. Bring cash or youll have to use the ATM with a fee (allow credit card card transactions for tokens!!!!!!) Service has been great, no jerks. New years eve was fun!

Ad
Review №38

Good arcade games and the bartenders work hard all night. This place was super fun. They have all the classics like rampage, mortal kombat, TMNT and pinball machines. Fun place to go with friends and just chill.

Jo
Review №39

What a great spot! My family and I went there on Saturday afternoon (before the 7pm cut off for minors) and had a blast! Great beers on tap, tasty bar snacks (chicken was particularly good), and nostalgic games that were so much fun to share with my kids!!! :) Definitely going back with a whole sack full of quarters!

Le
Review №40

Old school games some good old fun brought back memories.

Ka
Review №41

Fun spot for something different - pinball and arcade games with a fun bar menu & drinks to match. DJ was spinning all the best old school 80-90s tunes too.

Aa
Review №42

The classic arcade experience is alive here. The games have been restored to excellent condition. I didnt go to far into their website but apparently the games are rotated monthly. Some obscure games from my childhood like Hard Driving I thought I forgot about brought me back 20 years. Just like when you were a kid games are a quarter. The pinball machines are more. Theres a good selection of drinks too. Overall a great time and now I dont have to drive far for this nostalgia.

To
Review №43

Absolutely love this place everyone is amazing and the games are awesome

Sh
Review №44

When visiting a bar in Arizona from another state, I will always recommend to go fine this man! Nick Kadlec is a customer service god send! It’s nerve wrecking to go out by yourself in another state, but Nick will make sure to make your time out feel like Cheers and like you’ve lived in Arizona your whole life. His drink knowledge is out of this world and just having him in an Arcade bar is a perfect fit for a great time out to relax and forget your job. Go visit this man at level 1 ASAP if you want a good night out!

An
Review №45

Came here while visiting based on a recommendation from a friend. Super cool place!! Love the concept. We were served by an enthusiastic dude named John. He seemed really stoked to work there and really made our night. Overall had a great time, would recommend!

Sa
Review №46

This place is amazing! Such a fun atmosphere and it offers something so different from the other bars in the area. Our bartender,Mandi, was amazing. We would go back just for her! She made it a point to get to know us our first time there and remembered us when we came back!

Ke
Review №47

This place was awesome! The bartender was great and explained everything. Fried pb&j was amazing and my boyfriend enjoyed his pizza pockets. Plus on Wednesdays after 7pm, if you go with 2 or more people you get free tokens! The selection of games was great. Definitely will be coming back!

Do
Review №48

Sooooooo chill!!!Perfect spot to spend the day or enjoy some drinks and have a Donkey Kong competition at night!However, the real joy was how amazing and positive my bartender was, Nick. Always smiling the second you walk in and never forgets me or anyone else at the bar. Level 1 is on a whole different level in my book! 10/10!!Thanks for all the good vibes guys! I’ll be back!

Ca
Review №49

Level One is a great place for date night as well as family fun. We drive all the way down from Scottsdale because no one has Level Ones mix of high-tech pinball mixed with the only video games I knew how to play when I was a kid in the 80s and 90s. Mandi, one of the bartenders, was amazing. She could tell I couldnt make a decision from all the creative drink options to choose from so she picked something out for me, and it was delicious! Thanks, Mandi, for coming to the rescue. The rest of the staff was friendly, too, even the security guy who gently reminded those of us with kids that our 7:00 cut off time was up. We have a bucket full of tokens and well definitely be back!

An
Review №50

This place is seriously just what downtown Gilbert needed. When we first heard about this place, we were elated because we love the concept in other locations across AZ and the US.What we really love about Level 1 is how friendly the people here are. My wife and I have met some great people here such as part-owner Scott, server Teresa, server Corey and bartender Aaron. Each person went out of the way to make sure we were having a fun time.Okay onto the drinks. One word. Bomb. My wife and I tried the 2-player drink called “Sub Zero”. It was like an alcoholic poweraid. Try it! We also came in for mimosas on a Saturday and it was a great spot to hang out.The games here are great. Everything you would expect. Love NBA Jam and NFL Blitz. They have the classics such as mortal kombat and DK. Lot of pinball too if that’s your thing. One cool thing that is unique about this place is that the pinball machines on the east wall have video cameras above them so you can watch people play from afar. Really cool idea!Can’t wait to spend a lot of money here for sure... ️Edit: after coming here for a few months now, I love this place more than ever. The owner, Scott, sets a fun environment for staff and everyone has a great time. Love this place. Special shoutout to Nick, you are a manager right?

Co
Review №51

Really good selection of well maintained vintage arcade games and pinball machines. Stoped in last night with a buddy to play pinball and was happy to see that they have a really good selection of popular titles ranging from 90s classic Bally/Williams up to modern day Sterns. Machines are all in nice shape (no beaters) and play the way they should.Nice place to stop in, have a beer and kill some time.Location has plenty of parking which is a big plus.EDIT: Been back a few times and still really impressed with this place.Games seem to be rotating, so they are keeping the lineup fresh and interesting. Also finally got a chance to try the food. The gyro tacos are pretty awesome.

Ch
Review №52

Love that there’s something to do in downtown Gilbert now! I know the owners personally and know they are listening to the reviews and making improvements to give their patrons the best experience possible. I’m confident the kinks will be worked out in no time and it’s going to be your favorite spot in DTG! :)In response to the reviews about security... they offer a full bar all day and anyone under 21 is allowed with a parent/guardian until 7pm so (by law) IDs are checked at the door all hours they are open. This helps ensure anyone who brings someone in under 21 is 21+ and anyone else who enters is 21+. At 7pm it becomes 21+ only.

Le
Review №53

Finally got to check out Level 1 for the first time and absolutely loved it, our bartender Nick is what made our visit worth it. You can have a great place but it’s the employees and customer service that make it a place where I want to go, he was super friendly and knowledgeable! We will be back!

Kr
Review №54

Honestly one of the best bars I have been to. From the music to the arcade games, Teresa was our server and she was very attentive and personable. Every recommendation she made, was to our liking and was amazing. I would definitely come back again and I hope to have just as amazing as an experience.

J
Review №55

Very fun new bar in Gilbert with great drink selection. Awesome throw back to the 90s and 80s! Had a great time, drinks were delicious, service was top notch, and loved every minute of my visit. They had a wide variety of classic arcade games as well! Ill definitely be back soon!!

Je
Review №56

What a fun place! Went out for dinner and drinks in downtown Gilbert and stumbled across this place. Very fun and a good way to switch up date night! Great music and was pleased to see tHat had a list of specialty cocktails. I had “the Mike D” and it was delicious, super reasonable prices for both the drinks and the games ! We will definitely return next time we’re in the area!

St
Review №57

This bar is so cool!! Its a lot like your favorite 90s arcade mixed with a slick bar - fun drinks, the food menu is far more robust than I expected, and the service is great. Theres at least half a dozen pinball machines I cant wait to try

To
Review №58

We just came in from Chicago and cancelled our flight to stay an extra day enjoying this state , weather and people. Teresa convinced us to stay and make the most of our stay and try our this new jointSoooo worth it!!! We love her and this place .Drinks were fantastic and so was the food and music ... especially the gamesComing back

Ey
Review №59

Andy is by far the best employee they have!

Ve
Review №60

Went a couple days ago to check out the new bar. Bartender was very nice and suggest this mango drink for me since I prefer vodka drinks. Nick Kadlec was the bartender who helped me. I liked that the drink had a piece of mango in it! Arcade games were fun I would definitely go back!

Ja
Review №61

This place is awesome. they have a great collection of old school arcade games and the bar looks upscale and is really aesthetically pleasing. good mix of people, good beer selection, and they have NBA jam. this place is gonna blow up for sure.

An
Review №62

Was just there last week and talk about a different experience, we had a blast!! If your looking for a new place to check out, I recommend LevelOne. Not to mention, the bartender, I think his name was Nick Or maybe it was Rick...no, it was definitely Nick was awesome!!! personality behind the bar is important. Anyway, you won’t be disappointed!!

Pa
Review №63

Excellent staff, friendly service! Love the fact that I was made to feel welcome from the get-go! That alone puts it head and shoulders above some of the other places I’ve been. Definitely the place to go if you love games!

Da
Review №64

This place is a balst... We cant wait to go back, would definitely recommend you check it out. Mandi made our whole experience even better, she made killer drinks and made us laugh until our faces hurt. Fun atmosphere from the minute you walk in, great drinks and an experience you cant get anywhere else!! Thank you Mandi, we will for sure be back to see you!

Br
Review №65

This is a great local business that did a fantastic job of pivoting during the covid-19 lockdown. The owners and management genuinely care about the staff, customers, and community, and it shows. The games and atmosphere are amazing, but for now, enjoy the cocktails as adult Capri Suns. Makes the weekend go by fast. Give them a call and find out how to get some to-go drinks to take the edge off quarantine. Cant say enough great things about this business.

Jo
Review №66

This place is amazing!!!! I its like going back to my childhood but I get to drink so its even better. The staff was a ton of fun, our waitress Teresa was great. This is one of my favorite new place to show friends.

Wa
Review №67

Phenomenal drinks & neat fun atmosphere! Many of the arcade games were actually only 1 token to play! The bartender is an awesome guy! He had a great knowledge of the menu which was very helpful! His name was Nick Kadlec.

Pa
Review №68

Always good to see a new place to hang out open up and this is no exception. Staff are top-notch. Owner seems to be very interested in his business. I am looking forward to dropping by again the next time I am in town visiting family.

An
Review №69

The atmosphere is cool and there is a large selection of classic arcade games and 10 pinball machines. Pinball is $1 per game which I think is pretty standard these days. Staffing needs adjusting though. It took too long to get a cocktail made at the bar yet there were three security guards at the front door for a place that is maybe a couple thousand square feet. The beer pricing needs tweaked as well. I understand $5-6 for craft beer, but $5 for Coors/Bud Light/Michelob Ultra is club pricing.This is kinda nit picking but the lighting under the bar is WAY too bright. Its so bright that you cant see the menu well if its on the bar. If youre sitting at the bar it almost strains your eyes with the rest of the place being dark.

Aj
Review №70

The drink menu was nothing special, but the game were great it took me back to my youth , they have everything mortal combat , street fighter and so much more .

Sc
Review №71

The mix of pinball tables and arcade cabinets is just one reason to spend an hour or two here. With a drink menu consisting of themed cocktails and classic cabinets that pulled me right back to my childhood this place is totally worth a visit, or two, or more. The place is also very clean!

Ph
Review №72

Great place! Pinball machines all in excellent condition as are the arcade games. Bar staff is super quick to fill your order! Love the drink variety! Kid friendly until 7PM a plus if you have kids.

Se
Review №73

Cool bar and arcade with a great selection of classic arcade games and pinball machines. Excellent beer selection, and I like that they took the time to give all of the cocktails fun arcade themed names. They also have a game suggestion spot, so if somehow your favorite game isnt already there, they will try to get it into the rotation. Nice touch!

De
Review №74

Amazing atmosphere and great selection of arcade games from back in the day. I am a person who loves the simple games from the days I grew up playing. My boys love this place also. Tacos are amazing!

Ne
Review №75

We decided to try this place out since our FAVORITE bartender Nick Kadlec works here. Was NOT disappointed! Nick went through the awesome drink menus with us, and even recommended something new and delicious for both my spouse & I. As long as he’s behind the bar, we’ll be back!

Br
Review №76

Great music/environment. Had a blast!

Sa
Review №77

This place is so rad. They have super cool pinball and a really awesome beer selection. Find Nick behind the bar, great conversation and recommendations! Definitely a must see if you’re in DownTown Gilbert.

xx
Review №78

Seriously awesome !!! The music , the vibe , the games and drinks...but not to mention the best server ever teresa!! She was great strecommending drink and food. She is also so much fun and energetic. Definitely the best hype yet

Ja
Review №79

We had such a great time at Level 1! All the old games coming back to play, it took a few times to regain my skills but old tricks never die! Our bartender Mandi helped us choose some fun drinks- Odder Pop, Watermelon Jalapeño Paloma, and of course craft beers. She hooked us up with some tokens when one of the machines got stuck and because it was our first time. Probably because we were just her favorite customers haha! The other bartenders were helpful and looked fun too! Very great atmosphere!We will be back to check it out. Its nice to have a different type of bar to enjoy on a afternoon/evening out.

Da
Review №80

Had the the week of for memorial day so I checked it out, and it was great! Had all the classic games from the arcade days of the past; pacman, NBA jam, mortal kombat, off road, donkey kong, and a bunch of pinball machines. Reasonable prices for beer and good specials for games.

Br
Review №81

This place is awesome!!! So cool that its a great place that just the hubby n I can enjoy or with our 2 kids! Must try if you havent...and ask for Nick, he is amazing...Best bartender hands down!!

Ma
Review №82

Good food great drinks and fantastic time!!!

Da
Review №83

This is a great place to go for some drinks and fun on older arcade games! They have pinball and traditional arcade games like paperboy and mortal kombat. The staff are very friendly and the drinks are great!

Da
Review №84

Cool place, lots of old arcade games - you may want to search how to beat them, if you don’t remember...

Ja
Review №85

Teresa is amazing, such a solid people person!! I’d definitely hire her for sales at my company as she’s an asset to wherever she works and would make ridiculous amounts of sales! I approve. This place is lucky to have her

Ka
Review №86

Level One Arcade bar is a fun and entertaining atmosphere that Gilbert definitely needs! Nick Kadlec goes above and beyond to ensure positive customer service and has an amazing skill set as a bartender! Nick’s representation of Level One is the reason for returning for more! Awesome job, Nick!

El
Review №87

Great date night with the wife! Shout out to TJ one of the owners as well as our amazing bar tender/server Aaron. 80s/90s nostalgia Music, movies and arcades! Good food and drinks as well.

sh
Review №88

Place was amazing! The crew there made us feel right at home. Kids are welcome before 7 and let me say they make the kids feel special! Going back tomorrow.

Ja
Review №89

This place has great food, great drinks, and an overall solid vibe. The games are great and I cant wait to head back! Grab the Mike D cocktail. Its bomb.

Kr
Review №90

This place is way cool. Brings me back to when I was young playing all these games. Nick Kadlec is an awesome bartender. I will always go in to see him!

Ja
Review №91

Great retro games from the 80/90s. Their mixed drinks are truly something different! Keep up the great work gang

Sa
Review №92

Home of the root beer float shots. A dating hub and break time centrifuge. Only come if youre looking for the best of times!

Ja
Review №93

Great bar! I played Indiana Jones pinball and sweet arcade games like dig dug, Simpsons and Ninja Turtles for almost 2 hours for about $10. The beer and drinks are a little pricy but the food is good, I had the chili loaded tots. Super clean space with a great look too!

An
Review №94

Good times, and good people. What more can you say.

Si
Review №95

Really cool place. Been in a few times. Huge fan of Nick K. Great guy, fun atmosphere, overall enjoyable experience. Always goes above and beyond for us.

St
Review №96

Cool atmosphere but games are overpriced. Just came in to try out the games but the drinks did look tasty. Im glad its in downtown Gilbert as it adds a cool thing to do, but the prices can drive people away.

Ar
Review №97

Great atmosphere. This place should have a karaoke and quiz nights to keep people as regulars in the gaming community in gilbert.

je
Review №98

Nick Kadlec made our first experience at Level 1 so memorable. My boyfriend and I came in for Valentines Day and had such a great time. Can’t wait to go back and play some more pinball! (:

Ra
Review №99

Such a fun and cool addition to the downtown Gilbert scene! Lots of fun, food and drinks!! Our server, Teresa Tackman was so helpful and friendly and she definitely got us psyched to try all the yummy drinks!!

Br
Review №100

Have a great time every time I stop in for lunch! Nick K the bartender is one of the East Valley’s best and is a pleasure to have him assist us when we stop in!

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  • Address:60 W Vaughn Ave #107, Gilbert, AZ 85233, United States
  • Site:https://www.level1arcade.bar/
  • Phone:+1 480-687-1192
Categories
  • Video arcade
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
Working hours
  • Monday:3pm–12am
  • Tuesday:3pm–12am
  • Wednesday:3pm–12am
  • Thursday:12pm–2am
  • Friday:12pm–2am
  • Saturday:12pm–12am
  • Sunday:3pm–12am
Highlights
  • Active military discounts:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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