Love this retro arcade! The pinball and arcade machines are so nostalgic, and I absolutely love…read morethe multi-level setup and overall atmosphere of this place. There's just so much to look at and play that it's easy to wander around and keep finding another game you want to try. I know Ground Kontrol is also a bar, but I haven't tried any of the drinks, so I can only speak to the arcade side of things! The game credits are also pretty reasonable. For $20, you get 310 credits, which can actually last a surprisingly long time depending on what you play. I definitely appreciate being able to spend a good chunk of time here without burning through everything immediately. I played Street Fighter, Mario Kart, and a bunch of other arcade games, plus several of the pinball machines. There are so many classics packed into the place that it really does feel like a giant nostalgia trip. Definitely a fun spot if you like old-school arcades, pinball, or just want to relive the feeling of walking into an arcade and being surrounded by like-minded folks who are there to also have fun!

If I could give it ten stars, I would. So my better half told me about this place and that may have…read morebeen part of why I picked a hotel where I did. So that we would just be around the corner and popping in here would be easy during our stay. Luckily I was able to come in on two different days, and at different times! We got both the night life experience and the day time experience. I think I preferred the day time because it wasn't as busy. Night means cover charge ($4) and bag check. And no kids. You might see some kids during the day. What a cool place, with yummy drinks (no food), and all my favorite arcade games, and then some! They operate on a card system, so no coins needed when you visit. My pinball wizard friend had been traveling arcade ready with coins in her bag, but it turns out they weren't needed. Ground Kontrol supplies free lockers to store your stuff; just follow the instructions and don't forget your code. I learned a lot about pinball during my visits here, and played more pinball than I usually do because of that. I mean, why not? I played one of the newest pinball games, released within weeks of my visit, which was Pokemon themed, and I played one of the more vintage pinball machines, Xenon. And everything in between! It was awesome. $20 loaded onto a card will get you 15ish games, but there is a different cost depending on which game you're playing. I was satisfied with the value and would, and did! come back again. Highly recommend stopping in if you're in the area! Make sure to check out the whole place, as it's bigger than you think and there are more games (mostly pinball) upstairs.

The whole experience was fantastic!…read more We first met with Jax when our group came in on Saturday afternoon without a reservation. Jax let us know it's usually pretty difficult to get in on weekend with a big group, but she massively helped us out after she mentioned there is a possibility they can squeeze us in. We enjoyed the bar while waiting and they fit us in shortly after that. The customer services, plus bowling, food, and drinks were amazing. Would love to go back and see the awesome team next time I'm in Portland!

Grand Central Bowl 5 Stars Wow. The Christmas decorations…read morethis year are off the chart. The moment you walk in, the whole place hits you with that perfect blend of holiday magic and vintage swagger. From the bar to the black-leather booths, the hardwood tables, the chrome, the glass every inch feels intentional, polished, and full of nostalgia. What really gets me is the style. The staff dressed sharp, the lighting just right, the whole atmosphere giving off that confident sass and class vibe. If I ever had a spot of my own, I'd want it to look and feel exactly like this. And the location? Perfect. It's one of those places you can swing into for anything grab a bite, bowl a few frames, play some games, or just soak in the holiday glow. It's that rare mix of fun, comfort, and timeless cool that keeps pulling you back. If you haven't been here during the holidays, make it happen. The Christmas lights alone are worth the trip. I absolutely love this place. Five stars, easy.

Such a good time whether it's for a date night, family outing, or fun with friends! Not only does…read moreGlowing Greens feature 13 holes of blacklight miniature golf with 3D graphics and pirate themed animatronics, but also houses axe throwing and escape rooms! I love that Glowing Greens has time slots, which elevates stress and allows you to fully enjoy each round without the pressure of other people waiting behind you. Awesome experience and truly saved our night after rain ruined our original plans!

We had such a fun time for my bday!!!! The mini golf was fun, but it went by too quick! We also did…read morethe hotel escape room. It was really fun and challenging but we made it out with 4 mins to spare (with hints!). I'd recommend going on a weekday, we went on a Wednesday and it was great!

Fun arcade with good selection of well maintained Pinball machines. Decent prices on beer but I'm…read morenot a fan of card based arcades or cover charges at the door. Regardless, I had a lot of fun and visited multiple times during my trip (Memorial Day '25). Recommended!

So so fun here and such a cool vibe inside. So many vintage games & modern ones & you can buy…read morecredits on your phone which is convenient if you don't have quarters. They have multiple bars and a stage area & there was pretty much no waits for ordering drinks because they had more than one bar. Had so much fun here!

Wunderland continues to be a wonderful place to take my kids. NICKEL games. Y'all. I live within…read morewalking distance of a BIG Beaverton Arcade that also has a Bowling Alley, and it is SO expensive I'll drop $20 and that lasts 15 minutes if I am lucky. Same for the other one my kids like to visit in Sherwood. You pay SO much that the fun is over as fast as it began. At Wunderland I usually do $10 which will last at LEAST 2 Hours for my kids. That's quality. That's money well spent. And I love hanging with them there. There are loads of restaurants nearby to get food before or after. Wunderland is always clean and the staff is always attentive and friendly. MONEY WELL SPENT!!

I really enjoy the vibe this place gives off and a bit of nostalgia. A lot of forgotten gems here…read more It's a good thing. These places are still around because there's far in a few, but you can find some here in Portland. Definitely worth checking out and the staff is really great. I wouldn't mind playing some NBA or Star Wars arcade, though I was a master that back in the old days when I'd see that the movie theater.

Manager went over the top and lifted the game to retrieve a dropped AirPods. The food is amazing…read morethe chicken sandwich is so good definitely recommend this place

My sister in law insisted on going here for dinner. Was overall pretty disappointed. Not sure if…read morethe server was just having a bad day but was borderline rude the whole time. Rolled their eyes when we were deciding food and a lot of snarky comments. Didn't appreciate that. The food was pretty disappointing as well. I expected bar level type food but this was a lot lower than that expectation. I had the Buffalo chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries. The sandwich buns were all soaked and falling apart and the whole thing extremely salty and I love salt. I couldn't even finish it which felt bad for wasting food but I would've got a stomachache. The fries were all flimsy as well. My wife got the nachos and we also got the queso chips and dip and both had extremely stale fries. The carnitas on the nachos were nuked and dry. The rosemary fries were fine. I had the punch and asked if more juice could be added and said no it's all mixed so can't adjust. You must have the ingredients to even make it right? Idk their system so not docking them for that but just a thought. Anyways, not "willingly" coming here for a meal ever again.

My husband and I visited the Titanic exhibit and also checked out the gift shop, planetarium, and…read moreScience Playground with our little one. The Titanic exhibit was really interesting and packed with information about the ship, passengers, and its history. There was a lot to see and read, which I enjoyed, but some of the interactive screens had so much information packed into them that it took quite a while to get through everything. You either end up waiting for the person ahead of you to finish, or you feel pressured to move along when people start piling up behind you. I found myself skipping some of it because of that. A few more screens to spread everything out would have made the experience better. We also watched One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure at the planetarium, which our son enjoyed. The Science Playground was fantastic too. It was really fun watching our son explore and play with all the different activities. We didn't have enough time to see the rest of the museum, so there's more for us to explore another time.

So OMSI is great if you're going on a weekend when it's free. I do NOT fancy paying for every TRUE…read moreattraction - like Titanic or the Submarine tour. Those are separate from the regular admission. And okay for free go check it out because it's 2-2.5 hours tops that you will spend. For little kids there is not much. For kids over 9 not that much. For elementary aged kids maybe through 3rd or 4th grade there is a lot. I don't like coming because between parking (which is always crazy,) and then paying for every little thing - it's expensive. But IF you go on a free day it's worth while. The Submarine tour is amazing. My daughter and guy did the Titanic exhibit a few months back and both really liked it. But that's not my jam. Nor is it something I'd pay for. It's also disappointing how many things are broken or can't be used. With what y'all charge it should be WAY more of a museum.

Great indoor jungle gym designed to look like a castle. Staff is friendly and helpful. They are…read morestanding next to the entrance of the play structure but there is no door/gate. There is parking on the street only. They have a rather large cafe and bar (beef and wine) with more offerings then most places and not just gross fried food. The seating area for parents/cafe is as big as the play structure. It's massive. The open a " garage door " to help keep air circulating. There are also several TVs on for parents. Disappointed this place is closing

We had a great time with our family and the kids. They played non-stop. Everyone enjoyed the food…read more The pizza dough could be better quality though. Overall good experience. We will be back. Thanks for all of the healthy options with the food!

I'd give 3.5 stars if I could. Great dive bar with strong, affordable drinks. Can get a little…read morebro-y in the later hours. Cool corner location with some outdoor tables for when it's nice. Solid spot overall.

This place has a unique, quirky vibe that stands out. From the vending machine offering nostalgic…read more90s trinkets to the fun Zoltar machine, there's a lot to explore here. The atmosphere feels casual and fun, with friendly staff adding to the charm. However, my experience wasn't perfect. I didnt get the chance to eat here since there's another spot nearby that caught my attention. Still, the overall vibe and the fun elements made the visit memorable. Definitely a place for those who enjoy a divey offbeat experience, though I wouldnt recommend it for those looking for a quiet night out.

Yeah Dive Bars. Clean, reasonably priced and food was good, their Bao Buns hit the spot! The venue…read moreis mostly punkish but has variety. If you are at Saturday market downtown and want to raise your spirits it one of Pdx's great Dive Bars!

I had a lot of fun May 1st at Shanghai Tunnel Bar: great weather, great friends, and great show…read more Started it off with some Jameson and ended it by watching Attention Earth Dwellers!