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    Octane Raceway

    3.8 (541 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Travis S.

    Octane Raceway is an absolute blast! This place is awesome. There is so much to do here - from go-kart racing, axe throwing, a virtual reality arena, an arcade, plus a full bar and kitchen as well. Seriously, something for everyone! Came here for a work event, and everyone had a great time. We played the Virtual Reality and had so much fun! If you're into zombies, you have to play Outbreak! I definitely recommend trying the VR if you've never done it before, it's intense, and so life like. Plus, you get a video of everyone running around screaming at the end to laugh at! There is truly something for everyone here at Octane Raceway! Even if you're just grabbing a drink and watching the indoor go-kart racing, this place is a ton of fun. Whether it's date night or family night, 10/10 would recommend!

    Liz P.

    This place was so fun! I booked three races for my husband and son on Fathers Day morning. We showed up and checked in on the kiosk monitors and then headed over to the bar for a Bloody Mary. The servers at the bar were very nice and informative of the goings on. The drinks were great and we were able to carry them around and play video games while we waited for race 1. They guys had a blast. Came off the track smiling and sweaty from the helmets. By race 3 they were done and a bit sore. They had a great time but said maybe only book 2 races next time. My husband was sore in his ribs for a few days after.

    Mark C.

    One of the issues with this place is that they are bad at answering the phone. Also, the list of offerings they have on their website are different from what's listed physically on their store. You can get nice packages that includes a variety of their games. They have go kart racing, VR games, axe throwing, and a small arcade section. Note that the arcade section is more aimed towards children as it doesn't have the adult staples such as Street Fighter and Tekken. We tried two races and a Space Marine VR game. The races are 10 minutes long and you can't do them back to back; they put a one race buffer between your races. I think it's pretty hard to find specifically a Space Marine themed VR game and I loved how true they were to the lore; you're fighting tyranids. You can play it on normal mode which is ideal for beginners or hard mode. There were only 3 of us and one of the people was quite experienced. This made for quite a fun adventure.

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    Mike C.

    The karts were fast, the ambience was nice, bathrooms clean and the staff friendly. This is a great place to take the kids for karting, arcade, and virtual reality gaming. I highly recommend bringing the family here if you're looking for a fun time. My daughter and I really enjoyed the virtual reality gaming! A must try if you're visiting Octane. They also keep scores for everything and have a printer so you can print your races and even a stage with a trophy for 1st, 2nd & 3rd - great for photos!

    April F.

    Make sure to make reservations! We called and the automated voice said to come on down. We got there at 11 and had to wait until 3:10 for their first run. The girls had a blast and want to come back.

    Regulars who will snap your neck

    This used to be our go to place for birthday 's and other milestones but we keep getting drama from the regulars. The regulars are the ones with titanium passes and will do as many races as possible in a night. They are easily recognized by the racing gloves, personal helmets, and deficient body weight/height. If you don't move out of their way, they will slam full force into the back of you or force you to spin out and slam into a wall. We all have bruises to prove it. The staff does nothing to stop this. I am looking forward to getting in touch with management to see what can be done. This isn't a one off, check out the other reviews for the "regulars" bullying everyone. Their names are on the top scoreboards as seen in the screenshot.

    Kalvin K.

    E-go karts?! Sign me up! I was pleasantly surprised with the speed of the karts. They have a lot of corporate events and we were one of the five groups there. They provide a game card and race tickets. We had the open bar for two hours and they have a great selection of drinks. They have a stock of high noons, drafts, and a full liquor bar! Limit two drinks with the go karts!

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    Shannon F.

    Inefficient, inconsistent, and charges shady "fees." Here's the inefficient part. We went with reservations for the premium two race package. Even after booking online, we still had to check in on the screening the lobby, then stand in line again for half an hour at the register. Octane was either short staffed or everyone was new, because neither of the guys working the desk seemed to know what they were doing and needed constant assistance from another staff member. Now for the inconsistent part. We did two races. In each race, other drivers twice hit me so hard from behind that if I'd not had a helmet on, I'd likely have been concussed. So that was a total of four extremely hard hits. What did the race supervisors do? Nothing. When I left, it was with a headache and a noticeably sore spot on the back of my head. So much for their no bumping rule. Now the shady charges. Like I mentioned, we bought the premium two race package, which is slightly more expensive. Their website does not specify how the premium race packages differ from the regular ones. We didn't get anything different or extra while we were there. So basically we paid extra for...nothing. And while Octane is very up front about the requirement to purchase a membership once per year at the cost of $8, they are very tight-lipped about their "convenience fees." We didn't even know we had been charged an additional $10 "convenience fee" until we saw our bank statement, where it was listed as a separate charge from our original purchase. Upon reviewing Octane's website, I discovered that the convenience fee is hidden on the final purchase page, where it is lumped in as "taxes and fees," and which is only itemized if you click on the "taxes and fees" text. And even then, nowhere does it tell you what this "convenience fee" pays for. I've included screenshots from their website. A 10% convenience fee on top of the $8 membership fee feels excessive, especially when Octane goes out of their way to bury that convenience fee.

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    Black Wolf R.

    Great place to race. Electric carts. Great staff. Very clean open areas. Very efficient process. They have food and adult beverages and non alcoholic beverages too. Just like at Teppanyaki tables the group you sit with makes or breaks the experience so does the group you race with. I had a guy on the track who had no clue what the hell he was doing. He bumped me several times and at one point he lost control and ended up sideways on the track after taking out 2 cars! So I had to slam the brakes as to not t-bone this fool and it wrecked my time around the track. So it's all luck of the draw with who you end up with trying to pass you or being passed by you. There are track staff that are on the look out for erratic behavior but I saw no one flag or talk to this bozo. After the race we threw some axes on sight. For $16 per person for 30 minutes I thought it was fairly priced. The axe staff member was so nice and helpful and friendly. Even helped me with the throw technique! Props to you my man !!! So much fun ! Props to the bartender being so sweet! Went to Mavriks (affiliated business) next door and just walked through it and it's a very upscale place. The seating area looked very posh and they have a regular bowling experience and you can get a VIP bowling experience. Lots of video games to teach kids all about Vegas in the future like a mechanical rat pizza child casino. Enjoy these places they have a lot to offer but be ready to drop some stacks for entertainment. If you wanna play you gotta pay friends!

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    It's pricey. Worth it though! Brandon was so friendly and helpful. Would definitely go back!

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    Ask the Community - Octane Raceway

    Is there a shady online convenience fee you add to all bookings?

    Hello Todd, I believe you a referring to our event fee. This service charge is applied to all… Read more

    How long is one adult race?

    Races are about ten minutes long. The adult speed races are up to 14 laps and the junior speed races are up to 10 laps. For more information please visit https://www.octaneraceway.com/kart-racing/

    Do you need to make a reservation?

    Nicole - You don't have to make a reservation online but during peak times and on weekends there can be a 1-2+ hour wait. -JP Mullan, COO Octane Entertainment

    Do you offer a free race on your birthday?

    We offer a buy one race get one free offer during the month of your birthday! Annual membership is required, not valid with online reservations, group events or other offers. Races are for one person.

    Are you guys open tonight?

    Here are our hours. We hope to see you soon! Monday: 11:00AM - 10:00PM… Read more

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    Review Highlights - Octane Raceway

    I wish They had a lap for people who weren't trying to pass, who just wanted to drive fast and have fun.

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    Mavrix

    Mavrix

    3.9
    (329 reviews)

    First things first, the service was great. I was escorted by the manager on duty to my bowling lane…read moreand introduced to my server. The service was great and the food came out quick. The venue is amazing- everything is modern and very well designed. My date and I played some laser tag (fun even though it was just the two of us). We played arcade games like we were kids again and generally had a blast. Even the prizes you can get with arcade tickets were pretty decent- I walked away with a ball launcher that my cat seems to really enjoy - lol. 100% recommend!

    It's definitely one of those all-in-one spots where you can bowl, play arcade games, do laser tag,…read moreand grab food and drinks all in one place. The vibe is super lively and modern, with a lot going on, so it's perfect for groups, date nights, or even just something different to do. The arcade had a good variety of games and the bowling area was clean and well set up. It's the kind of place where you can easily spend a few hours without getting bored. Food and drinks were decent--nothing crazy, but good enough for a night out. The menu has a mix of bar food, appetizers, and drinks, which makes it easy to snack while you play. But honestly, the service alone made me not want to come back. The bartender/waitress took our drink order and clearly made my boyfriend's drink stronger like noticeably stronger. I asked for the same thing at the same moment saying "she was going to hook him up " she didn't do it me, but still charged me the exact same price. That made zero sense and came off unprofessional, like she was more focused on him than actually doing her job fairly. It didn't stop there. My food came out soggy and borderline unappetizing, while his was completely fine. So not only are the drinks inconsistent, but apparently the kitchen is too. For how expensive everything is, you'd expect better service and quality across the board. The place looks nice and has a fun concept, but it's not worth it if the experience depends on who you are or how the staff feels that day. Definitely wouldn't recommend unless you're okay with inconsistent service and being overcharged for less.

    Topgolf

    Topgolf

    3.8
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    We came to Topgolf for a work event on a Monday night. We had reserved 3 bays and catering. We…read moreshowed up a little late to the event as we were having difficulty with Uber, but upon arrival - we were brought right to our area. We were greeted by our serving staff who were extremely attentive to our party and our needs. They were busy, but didn't make us feel like we were bothering them whenever we needed something. The opportunity to hit a few golf balls and enjoy the ambiance in the background was awesome. We spent a few hours there to be able to do this and it was the perfect amount of time. The restaurant was clean and had few people in it as it was a Monday. Our catering was the fajitas and they were delicious. They definitely had a kick to them, which I enjoyed. I ordered a margarita - which was a little watered down, but I also feel like I'm to blame because I didn't drink it fast enough. Overall a really good venue for a company event or just a night out with your friends!

    My husband booked us a bay so that we could get together with my daughter and her boyfriend for a…read morebirthday and Mother's Day celebration We were assigned by 333, which is excellent since it's down towards the end and I felt it was a little more private and quiet. Saturday morning is not too busy of a time so that was nice as well. Our server was Emma and she took great care of us we were able to play four different games and had a lot of fun trying to maneuver my husband who is a pretty good golfer I ordered the Mediterranean appetizer and it was very good. Nice crunchy veggies as well as that bread is to die for and all of the hummus and sauces were fantastic. It was hilarious, though that every single one of us wanted a grilled chicken sandwich, so we all ordered the same thing, lol highly unusual!! That chicken sandwich is incredibly tasty albeit very messy! Fries were good too but needed some salt. I was a little unhappy that the drinks menu did not have any pricing on it so I had to keep checking for the pricing on our app as you can see your Total there. I do think Topgolf needs to be a little more transparent here and have pricing on the menus. We had a fun day and look forward to doing it again sometime soon.

    Main Event Tempe

    Main Event Tempe

    2.7
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    Alyssa was so attentive and welcoming! We loved her and Main Event!! We will be coming back for all…read moreour events

    We went to check out Main Event on Saturday for a friend's birthday. I had never been…read more In a nutshell, main event is a one stop shop for a fun family outing, an exhilarating date night, a birthday party (for children or adults), or just a spur of the moment place to stop and grab some food. Main Event has it all! There's a sit down restaurant, a pizza counter, a bar, a full arcade equipped with all of the latest and greatest games. There is laser tag, bowling, an obstacle course that is situated above the arcade, billiards, shuffleboard... &I would not be surprised if there are some other activities I forgot to mention. Needless to say, there is something for everyone! The staff is friendly, the service is great. The pricing is fair. &Considering all of the action taking place inside that building, I was pretty impressed by how low the noise level actually was??? So you can sit down and have dinner with your family & friends & still enjoy yourself without being bombarded by pure chaos. That was a plus for me! The food was great! The prices for food were in line with the overall quality. I got the burger tacos (sorry I forget what the actual name was) & fries because that sounded very "off the wall". It was delicious! I made the right choice. Their jalapeño ranch is crazy good, I highly recommend getting a side of that. We also split some fried pickles, and they were incredible! I was very impressed by the meal. Typically, at places like this, the food is very low quality and boring. However, Main Event seems to have it all figured out!

    Velocity VR

    Velocity VR

    3.0
    (9 reviews)

    First time doing VR and it DID NOT disappoint! If you want to have fun, but also get a good workout…read morein and ALSO have fear in your hearts - this is the place to go. There was a ton of kids at first so we got a little nervous thinking they were in our party but they weren't so we lucked out there . We actually had the entire room to ourselves! We played the zombie game (can't remember the name of it) but my bf got SO INTO IT! I mean he was RUNNING across the room. I couldn't stop laughing at how serious he took it. The two of us had a great time but I can see this even being more fun with a group of like 4! The room is pretty big but somehow we almost ran into each a few times haha. I highly recommend this place though. But please wear something comfy and not office attire like my bf

    Let's start with the instructions: the email recommends arriving 10 minutes early, recommended…read morebeing the key word. We arrived and checked in at 2:58 PM for our 3:00 PM scheduled session. At the front desk we were immediately told, 'You're late and can't join.' I asked for a refund and was told to speak with the General Manager. When we met with the GM, Matt, he opened by repeating that we were 'late' and that there was nothing he could do. When I tried to clarify that the email said arrival 10 minutes early was a recommendation (not a requirement), the conversation stayed argumentative rather than de-escalated. As a GM, that was disappointing to experience. We were on a time crunch and asked if we could join a later session instead, and if not, we preferred a refund. We were only offered a voucher. I also requested a simple statement confirming our check-in time (2:58 PM), and he refused to provide anything in writing. Overall, this was a frustrating experience and the customer service was poor. I'd strongly recommend leadership/customer service training and clearer policies communicated to customers.

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