Wow! My wife and I stumbled on this place after dinner at Chauhun down the street. And all we could say was wow! Free vintage video games hooked me from the start. All the classics -- Donkey Kong, Ms Pac Man, Centipede, Defender. And did I say free?! This is a beautifully restored building that must have served the railroad in some capacity. And they've turned it into a warehouse of games and drinks. Small pin bowling, rings, cornhole, pinball. What a great concept. Would love to see something like this in LA. read more

Everyone we have out of town guests we take them to Pins! The duckpin bowling is easy, fun and affordable. We also love how many options there are while you wait for your lane, because wait times can be well over an hour depending on when you come. It would be nice if they served food, but you can order food from Goodfellas pizza across the street and they'll deliver it to Pins. There are tons of free arcade games, and then paid games like pinball and lawn games. The drinks are good, we got this large drink tower for $20 (it didn't have much alcohol but was still fun!) They semi-validated parking in the Whole Foods lot, it's a bit of a walk downhill to get to Pins from there read more

Pins Mechanical - Drink tower - Bowling Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

10/10. This is best place to end a night. Most games are free to play & pin-ball machines are $1. You can get cash or quarters at the front desk. They also have a photo booth. Live music is playing and convos are flowing all around. Unlimited Skee ball was my highlight. read more

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Such a fun place! Some of the fun things include a slide that takes you outside, cornhole, skee ball, duck bowling, pinball, arcade games, ping pong, and a full bar that serves fun cocktails. Whenever I visit Nashville, I have to stop in! read more

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Pins Mechanical is my favorite and most popular social gaming bar in Downtown Nashville. I came here for a fun weekday evening date with my partner. Vibe: I noticed that there were other couples on dates, some families with kids (kids are typically welcome until early evening), and a few large groups of friends or colleagues having a good time. The place was bustling with people enjoying themselves. At the entrance, the place offered a variety of games to play, including patio pong, ping pong, Hookie, bocce, foosball, and giant Jenga. The highlight was the duckpins, which were smaller than a traditional bowling alley setup. This makes them easier and more fun for people who aren't pros. They also had a gaming arcade attached to the bar with classic machines and retro games. They had plenty of seating both indoors and in a semi-outdoor area. The venue was also smoking-friendly in designated outdoor areas and pet-friendly. The Play: I had an amazing time with the duckpin bowling and the gaming arcade. Although it took me a few tries to get the hang of it, it was fun. My partner and I spent a good 30-45 minutes between the pinball machines, bocce court, and arcade. The counter to purchase access for duckpin bowling was right at the entry. Some of the games, like pinball, required a payment of about $1 per play, while the duckpin bowling was priced around $8-$9 per game per person on weekdays and weekends. They had about 16 duckpin lanes, so we were able to secure one for our evening. The Sip: The bar had a good range of drinks, from beers to cocktails, Jello shots, and a wide selection of non-alcoholic beverages for children as well as teetotalers. I got the Rhinegeist Press Tart, a Berliner Weisse fruit beer, which was delicious, a little tart and fruity, just what I like. My partner got an Angry Orchard Crisp Apple, which he enjoyed too. The bar doesn't offer food, but fortunately, there are usually food trucks parked outside and a pizzeria right beside it. The bar also allows ordering food via DoorDash or Uber Eats, which is quite good. The Team: The staff was very attentive and helpful with everything. The bartender was kind and prompt with our order. Extra Sauce: Although the gaming bar did not have its own dedicated parking lot, there was discounted parking available underneath Whole Foods on Broadway that usually costs around $12 for up to 4 hours, which the bar would validate. (Although there are also lots nearby, and even free street parking on adjacent side streets, depending on luck, because parking in the Gulch is always a major challenge) The best thing about this place is that it's fun for all age groups, from kids to adults. I remember while I was there, the group beside my lane was a small group of teenage boys having a great time with their non-alcoholic drinks, while another lane next to mine had a group of women in their 60s enjoying their duckpins and laughs together. read more

Pins Mechanical - Bowling Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

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This is first on the fun list of MUST DO for Nashville! You have everything you could want, bowling, pinball, old school arcade games, cornhole, beer pong, etc. Staff is super friendly and helpful. Moseyed around for a bit and found "my game" Burger Time. Nearly spent an hour on it. Such a fun experience. Free to play. Just get some drinks and relax. You can order pizza from next door and they will deliver or you can bring outside food in. Best policy ever. Such a cool atmosphere. Be sure to tip your bar tenders ;) read more

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Super cool spot and brings back nostalgia. I was playing pinball machines and SF2 like when I was a teenager. Food was good and lots of staff members to help out read more

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This is one of my fave spots in Nashville for drinks and games. It's easy, it's huge, it has everything. Arcade games, pinball, duckpin bowling - so much fun! It doesn't hurt anything that there's a full bar, either ;) We will sometimes pop in to just play a round of jenga and have a drink. Other times we have a big group and we do duckpin bowling and hang for a while. My parents even came here to play arcade games with us. Like I said, easy and fun! read more

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Think Chuck E. Cheese for modern adults. It's a warehouse-like place with pin lanes, mechanical games, table games, food trucks, drinks and bunch of fun. We were a group of 6 and made a reservation ahead of time. The lane is reserved by amount of time. It was spacious enough for all of us. People can be loud so be aware. I would say this is the place you come with adults or older kids but I did see a family with small kids. It just depends on your vibe. They sale any and all alcohol. The drinks were strong and tasty. They do have a happy hour. They don't serve food but they rotate they're food trucks vendors. Check their website before going. The space is huge, outdoors, indoors, two floors of pure fun. Across the street is a parking lot. Or you can try to do street parking but that can be tricky and you'll have to paid regardless. read more

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My wife and I had guests in town and needed a spot downtown to hang out before dinner. That's when we stumbled onto a little gem called Pins Mechanical Co. The place was buzzing, in the best way. Retro arcade games, duckpin bowling, pinball, cornhole, you name it, they had it. The bar was fully stocked with everything from craft beers to creative cocktails, and the indoor/outdoor setup gave us plenty of options to either play or just relax and chat. We didn't try the food since we had dinner plans, but everything we saw coming out looked delicious. The bartenders were friendly, fast and made good suggestions when people did not know what to get. Honestly, we were all a little bummed when it was time to leave and wished we had more time to explore. As locals who are downtown often, we'll be back for more games, drinks, and good vibes at Pins Mechanical Co. read more

This review is for a group event- it included a hosted bar for 3 hours and duckpin bowling. It was a pleasure coordinating with every single person that helped me with this booking. The staff was so helpful and friendly and really, what more could you ask for? They allow outside catering and there is plenty of space to set up food. Our group seemed to enjoy bowling and everyone had a good time. Highly recommend! read more

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I loved coming to Pins. Pins has a great selection of pinball machines. They also have a machine where you can exchange bills for coins. We didn't realize they also have bowling, which is a nice touch. Not only that, they have free arcade games too like Pacman and Galaga. (Don't make the mistake of paying for those ones, they're free). Additionally, they have a full bar and plenty of seating inside. It's large and plenty of room to breathe. They have some outdoor games too which is cool. Was too cold for that though. read more

Pins Mechanical - Bowling Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

This place is fun. It is a large warehouse space filled with free arcade and patio games. They also have duck bowling, pinball for a fee. The bar is manned by friendly helpful staff that are ready and able to recommend a libation from a wide selection of craft beer, cocktails, wine, mocktails and sodas. We paid to play a round of duck bowling and had a great time. However if you have a party of 4 or more there is not a lot of room. Seating is also lacking. read more

Pins Mechanical - Duck pin bowling - Bowling Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

Fun joint in a large space. Duck pin bowling and other games fill the venue. Great cocktail bar with excellent beer options and craft cocktails on their menu. I like the small enclosed outdoor area as well. Kid friendly but also great for adults. read more

I came here with some coworkers, and we didn't spend too much time hanging out before leaving for a dinner reservation, but it's super cute! I love bowling in general and had never tried "duckpin bowling" before. We ordered drinks at the bar and played a few rounds. If I ever come back, I'd love to explore the other games they have. Apparently a great spot for the whole family! read more

Pins Mechanical - Bowling Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

I had so much fun here! This is a HUGE COMPLEX! They have stuff for everyone here! I came for Pinball and their room was actually really good. I didn't care for the $1 price point, but each machine had a dollar bill slot to make it easier. They had a lot of the new machines. No classic machines unfortunately. I could've used a game on The Addams Family or an Elvira machine. Each game had a sizable table for holding your drinks while you play. They had a ton of classic video games cabinets with Ms PacMan and Centipede and BurgerTime. It was a great trip down the 80s/90s memory lane. This is a perfect place to spend a night out and hang and play games. There's a lot of space here and it goes on and on. read more

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Cool place for drinks and games in downtown Nashville. Good bar menu with a nice selection of craft and domestic beers and house made cocktails. The place is full of candlepin bowling lanes and boche ball courts. A selection of video games, and adult size slide to go between floors and even an old photo booth can be found. Good place to host an event or just hang out with friends. read more

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This is our first time trying this place. We found it after eating dinner just down the street. This is an ultimately fun place for adults and kids. After 9 PM it is over 21 and children have to be supervised. They have many different activities for you to choose from. The music is great and keeps the vibe lively. The service at the bar is also very nice and friendly. They do have a wide range of beers, wine, and specialty drinks for you to choose from. If you're looking just to have some fun in the Nashville area this is the place for you. read more

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This is an adult fun place, although kids are allowed but I think certain times but don't get me lying lol. But this place you get to be a big kid and have good cocktails so what is there not to love about this place. It's a huge space with pin bowling, lots of variety arcade games and pinball machines as well as other games. Plenty of stuff to keep you busy. And they also have alot of different cocktails to choose from with cool unique names. The bartender is very accommodating as well. Everytime I come here i always have a blast. They don't serve food but usually there is a food truck outside that you can indulge in if you're hungry. read more

First time going and o was very impressed and how fun it was as well as clean. My friends and kids all loved and having free games to keep everyone happy is a plus. What we loved most was the other games and seating area. Just being inside/outside and seeing the city view at night was nice! We did order food but the pitcher of the pin punch was a fan fave on our group. The staff were all really helpful and nice. What a great place to just chill! read more

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Staff were so welcoming and gave great ideas and suggestions for our Nashville visit. Great choices for beers on tap and mixed drinks. This place I could spend hours at with so many games to choose from and old school arcade games also. So open and spaced out to accommodate large groups. Must visit for your Nashville trip read more

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Pins Mechanical, located in the Gulch, is a cool trendy, yet retro and fully immersive spot for all varieties of folks whether looking for a cocktail or two, a full-blown afternoon party. I have been to Pins several times over the last few years, mostly for celebrations of sorts whether a birthday or celebrating a move/new job with friends. Pins is HUGE and features something for everyone from bowling, ping pong, Skee-Ball, pinball, bocce, table tennis, a full arcade, swings and even a freaking slide! In addition to all the games and activities, they have several bars scattered throughout where you can get all the goods from beers, seltzers, CBD drinks, cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages. They do not serve food, but there is usually a food truck parked out front. And you can actually bring food from elsewhere in too, as with our recent friend's birthday, we came pizzas in hand, and it was no issue. However, they do not allow outside beverages. Pricing is as expected with this type of place in this location, and what I mean by that is...it is not cheap. A couple of cocktails and a soda ran us around $40. You add activities and you are easily looking at a $100+ afternoon per couple. But, this is a spot that is normally for special occasions, so I can't be too mad at it. Indoors and outdoors are always well maintained and kept quite clean. Service can be hit and miss, honestly depending on the bartender. The servers that roam the floors are always friendly and helpful. Overall, Pins is a solid 4.5 for me, but I tossed the extra .5 their way and I am good with that! read more

Super fun spot. Very large with a variety of games. Good beer and cocktail options. Very friendly bartender. I enjoyed their mini bowling game that didn't require show changes. We had a blast. read more

Pins Mechanical - Bowling Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

One thing about me is I'm a child at heart, so barcades are a favorite of mine. Pins Mechanical was one of the best barcades I've been too! I loved how many different games were available from bowling to pinball to cornhole to a bunch of games I've never seen before. All the games either come with a free playing period or are very reasonably priced. This was a great date night activity that fueled our competitive nature and my ego as I was able to display my bowling prowess. This was my first time doing duckpin bowling and I've come away absolutely obsessed. We didn't do any food here, but the cocktails were really aptly named and had some good flavor. They also have a lovely fire pit area outside to add to the fantastic ambiance. All the staff were super friendly and ensured we had a good time. Pins Mechanical is such a fun and unique barcade, adding it to my personal "must visit" list for Nashville. read more

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I was told This place was like grown up chuck-e-cheese but it's more like an upscale bowling alley with yard games. It has the arcade game area but they're thankfully not sticky. It's not regular bowling, but it scratches the itch. And then there's cornhole and oversized beer pong. They thankfully have a great non alcoholic drinks which options. It's fun but it's gotten a bit too crowded for my taste. read more

Another amazing experience at Pins Mechanical. For one the amount of free stuff they have to do is the best in the city. On top of that the service has always been incredible and the drinks are always strong. With their offerings of mocktails, cocktails, and other drinks they have something for everyone. When you come be sure to check out their happy hour and the slide on the second floor! read more

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A great place to visit if you've got underage children in your party. After a certain time children are not allowed in the bars on the main streets in Nashville so Pins Mechanical is the place to be! The entire family can enjoy themselves and those over 21 can enjoy a few drinks while playing games! A super fun place read more

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Pins has become one of my tried and true Nashville spots for a fun and sporty afternoon. Duck pin bowling, arcade games, pinball machines, mariokart, jenga, bocce, cornhole and more. It's a great place for a date or spending time with family or friends. After playing games for a couple of hours, it's great to have a seat on the patio near the fire and relax. read more

Our favorite place in Nashville! Thank God for this find! I took my son to Nashville on fall break and we needed a place to hang out where we both could have fun. That's a difficult task for us sometimes. We found Pins Mechanical and had the best time! The atmosphere was great, the games were so much fun and the beer selection was perfect! They don't serve food but you can bring in whatever you want! Love love love this place! read more

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Looking for a place for the whole family to enjoy and relax? Pins Mechanical has activities for all ages, they have both indoor and outdoor seating with heaters, slides, arcade games, duckpin bowling which is so much fun, and a full bar and restaurant. They have huge televisions for catching sports games too. They host children's parties and toddlers can even play duck bowling! That was my first time playing duck bowling and it was so much fun! You sign up for a lame and sometimes you might have to wait but it went by so quickly. Staff are super friendly and tons of bathrooms! Located close to downtown and the Gulch area in Nashville. read more

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Completely off the walls bonkers place. Really just a big adult playground. There's giant Jenga, giant beer pong, regular ping pong, regular sized cornhole, mini bowling, bocce ball.. the list goes on and on. Oh, and tons of retro arcade games. Just imagine a hipster Dave & Buster's. The place is massive with lots of different rooms for activities, so many activities. Now that I think about it, it's more of a giant adult daycare center. "Just give 'em booze and games, and they'll be tuckered out in no time." There's even a list of rules posted on the wall. Break any of them, and you may get a timeout. I could easily spend many a weekend afternoon here. Not sure if I could think of a better kind of place to just kick it with the homies. Then afterwards, grab dinner in the city before a fun night out. Pins Mechanical is the perfect way to get things started. read more

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One of our favorite stops in Nashville! So much to do and a great variety of drinks. My favorite was the pinball machines or the bowling. So much to do for the whole family and a great spot to come with kids. read more

Pins Mechanical - Bowling Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

LOVE me some Pins Mechanical! I literally come here every time I visit Nashville, it's so much fun! The atmosphere is good for all ages and serves alcohol for those who indulge. There's so many nostalgic, fun games (some free, some cost to play), and there's a fun slide upstairs that ends up downstairs out on the patio. Their service is great and I can't get enough of this place! Worth checking out if you're in the area! read more

Had so much fun my first time at Pins Mechanical! We didn't bowl but we did try our hand at several of the pinball machines, which was so fun. There are change machines that will dispense quarters if you want to play. There's also ping pong, giant Jenga, and so many other games. We had a really great bartender with fast/kind service, too. Can't wait to go back! read more

Pins Mechanical - Pinball machine - Bowling Near Me - Nashville, Tennessee

If you're looking for a fun date night or a night with a group of friends, look no further. With a huge variety of games, a large open space, and a great bar, you can spend an entire evening here and never stop having fun. One of the most obvious attractions is the Pin Ball (mini bowling), which costs several dollars per person per game depending on the day of the week. It is definitely an activity you want to do at least once while you're here. Sometimes there is a bit of a wait, but they can put you on a wait list. You bowl with smaller balls and shorter lanes, but it's just as much fun. Other things to choose from include patio pong (giant beer pong with trash cans, but hold onto your own beer), jumbo Jenga, cornhole, skeeball, pinball machines that just take a quarter, and more. There's even a giant slide. Some of the games are free, some of them you need to pay a small amount, but they are all worth it. The bar can get expensive depending on what you're ordering, but they are serving fast friendly and high-quality. Definitely pay attention to the daily specials list, you can save a significant amount of money by going on the right day or ordering the correct drink for the day you're there. I discovered this location while on vacation, and after I got home realized there was one within a reasonable drive of home. I have a new favorite place on the town. Just go already, you'll have a great time. read more

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Great place with a variety of different free and paid activities. The bowling was unique in that you do not need to wear bowling shoes and the balls were smaller and less heavy. The pins are connected to strings. They do get tangled occasionally but usually the machine autocorrects itself. There are also free activities like giant jenga, beer pong, ping pong. read more

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The place was clean. The service was great and we had a great time both playing duckpin, taking the adult slide down to the open air garden that had some gas fruits going. Great time had by all! We had a party of 12 and everything was handled quickly and well read more

This is a fun place to go. The pinball machines are a dollar a play, which is wild expensive for an arcade bar. Everything else is free. They have video games, skew ball, outdoor area, a slide. They also have great alcohol free drinks which is great. Overall it's a cool place but if you're coming for pinball just go to Up/Down instead. Also beware they let children in here. If you're looking for a chill place to play games in an adult area, this may not be it. There was children running around without parents. read more

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Awesome spot. Was visiting from NYC and this place HIT! Great bartenders, tons of free arcade games, $1 pinball, a beautiful fire pit area where you could just chill and a lot more. Conveniently located close to broadway in an up and coming neighborhood read more

I am mediocre at Duckpin bowling, but I really enjoy it so I was very excited to try out this place in Nashville. Pins Mechanical is located in the bottom of apartment buildings or condos, so it doesn't look that big at first glance. But once you realize how much ground it covers, you will see that it is huge! There is a bar right when you walk in, two sections of arcade games, and toward the back there are a number of bowling lanes. Fortunately, we were able to walk right up and play a game. Gameplay was very smooth and it moved pretty quickly since there were just two of us. It's harder than it looks because you can't roll the ball too fast since the pins are on strings, so you really have to be strategic. You do get three rolls which is very generous. Besides the game, my favorite part was the *FREE arcade section. I walked right up to Tapper, one of my go-to games, and played several rounds. The only word of caution is that these games are free, so you get what you pay for. Several of the games were out of commission and some that did work had faulty buttons. The beer selection is pretty good and the prices are reasonable compared to other places we visited. However, I learned a hard lesson about the liquor tax. At one point, an employee was walking around with pink shots for breast cancer, and I bought two for $7 each. It ended up costing me $20! That was unexpected and put a bit of a sour taste in my mouth, which was pretty pink after the shot. Overall, this is a nice place to go for a family, big group, or a couple of friends. There's enough room to spread out, the bowling is very fun, and if you can find your favorite arcade game for free, it's even better. read more

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