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    Up-Down OKC

    4.4 (83 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Arcades
    Tue 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Wed 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Erika O.

    I love up down! It is such a fun place to get a few drinks and play games. Tokens aren't too pricey and you don't have to drink to play which is nice bc some places have drink minimums. They have a ton of game options which I love.

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    vernon ..

    I loved this place actually. I came to town to visit and got a recommendation from my server and it did NOT disappoint. $5 for my coins were enough to play nearly all night which was great. That is great value and the selection of games is decent but sometimes it's hard to play due to the crowd. The crowd is extremely friendly and the servers themselves are great. They will indulge in conversation and although it's busy they ensure you are taken care of. In terms of the ambiance this is a great place to pregame, and just have a chill night with a few friends to catch up. The pizza is relatively cheap and for bar food it meets expectations ! 8.75/10 overall for this spot !!

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    Dari H.

    Great atmosphere, awesome arcade selection, and solid drink options! The mix of retro games, pinball, and skee-ball makes for a fun night out. Only reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is that it can get a bit crowded, but overall, a fantastic place to hang out with friends!

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    Alex G.

    My favorite barcade in OKC! This is my third visit to the Up-Down OKC (UD) and each visit has been just as enjoyed as the last. UD's atmosphere is inviting and chill, making for an enhanced fun and easy-going gaming experience. It just seems that every so often, UD updates/improves to provide patrons an even better experience. Whether it's their staff/service, retro games, pizza menu, etc., UD seems to just be getting better or at the very least, maintain such excellence. Some dings: UD can get crowded on weekends; making a two-story barcade feel even smaller. Also weekend parking can get intense and/or expensive since they're within the Plaza District. Weekdays are typically better in avoiding the aforementioned. Overall UD-OKC is definitely a recommended good time so Get Up to Get Down with them!

    Reviews T.

    Fun little place at the edge of the Plaza. This is always a great place to meet up with friends and coworkers for a nostalgic evening. One of my favorite games, skee ball, seems to always have at least one lane down but for as much use and abuse it gets, I'm a little more lenient. Had the pizza here once, it was decent but I prefer Empire just down the road. The bar is always good and they always have my go-to (F5) on tap. Up Down definitely will always be a staple on the Plaza for us.

    Rebecca W.

    I live right down the street from this place so I'm a little bias. I love the games and the beer selection. Whooping everyone's ass in N64 Mario Cart gives me life. I love the classic movies and WWE on the TVs, and the nicely kept retro games. It's good for groups, solo, beers, shots--you name it. There's a lot of outdoor space, both upstairs and down. I'll usually stop in a few times a week if the weathers nice, cos I walk my dog right by it, and we will both stop here to hydrate (and get some pets--the dog, not me). Service is friendly and the atmosphere is eclectic and awesome. The pizza. Well. It's not good, but it's not bad. Remember the really doughy sheet pan pizza from elementary school? It's that, with crazy toppings. Will I eat a slice to soak up alcohol? Sure. But if I want pizza and beer in the Plaza I'll go to Empire. Travel south 12 blocks and go to Fair Weather Friends if you want good craft beer and truly excellent pizza. Anyways, go to Up/Down! Parking in The Plaza is generally terrible, so be patient!

    Cinai V.

    Such a fun bar! They have a special during the weekend that offers a beer bucket with tons of coins for the game and a Fanny pack for like $30. They also have yummy pizza slices, my favorite is the macaroni pizza. They have 2 levels of games and also a rooftop, as time goes on I can see that they continue to invest in this place. Staff is always cool.

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    Fun time, cool arcades, food and service.... We had no complaints. Definitely will be a return customer.

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    Really cool retro arcade. Lively fun crown and our $10 in tokens lasted forever. Lots of games, all on good working condition.

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    No kidding 30% of the games (I played) are in some form of disrepair. Had to give tokens away?

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