Dave & Buster’s Albuquerque is part of the well-known national chain that combines a video arcade, full bar, and casual restaurant under one roof. Located on Louisiana Boulevard NE in the heart of Albuquerque, New Mexico, the venue caters to families, birthday parties, date nights, and corporate outings, all under the bright lights of an expansive game floor.
The Albuquerque location sits inside a competitive local market that also includes Round1 Bowling & Arcade and Main Event Albuquerque, two other large-format entertainment centers that New Mexico gamers frequently compare side by side. Dave & Buster’s distinguishes itself with its chain-wide Power Card system, a drink-focused happy hour, and a half-price game play promotion that draws a steady midweek crowd.
For anyone planning a visit, the arcade finder directory and the interactive arcade map are useful starting points for sizing up the venue alongside its Albuquerque neighbors.
At a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 2100 Louisiana Blvd NE Bldg 201, Albuquerque, NM |
| Phone | +1 505-348-5157 |
| Hours | Sun–Thu: 10 AM – 12 AM Fri–Sat: 10 AM – 1 AM |
| Rating | 4.1 out of 5 from 2,400 Google reviews |
| Best For | Families, group outings, casual date nights, and birthday parties who want arcade games plus food and drinks under one roof. |
What Players Say
Across roughly 2,400 Google reviews, Dave & Buster’s Albuquerque earns a 4.1 out of 5 and is described as a lively, game-packed atmosphere that is especially popular with families and groups looking for a fun night out. Bartenders and servers are frequently singled out by name, including one guest who wrote that “Tyler went ABOVE AND BEYOND for us” — Google review, though service quality more broadly is a mixed bag. Many diners report that food quality and service consistency can fall short on busy nights, with one guest noting that “the burger was a serious issue. The patty was cold and undercooked inside” — Google review.
The game floor itself draws strong reactions, both positive and negative. Visitors love the energy, with one reviewer writing that “This is one of the most overwhelming places I’ve ever been, but it was so much fun!” — Google review. Others have run into maintenance issues, and one guest reported that “half of their games not working” — Google review, a frustration echoed by several other patrons.
Value is a recurring talking point. Several reviewers feel the experience is on the expensive side, with one guest cautioning, “Better make sure your wallet is fat when you go, it’s kinda pricey” — Google review, and another complaining that “Pay 100 dollars and leave with 1000 tickets at most and you can buy 3 candies” — Google review. On the flip side, the half-price Wednesday game play deal and happy hour drink specials are widely praised; one midweek visitor shared that “we came during the week and it wasn’t crowded. We could enjoy ourselves and try games without a wait” — Google review.
Families with children tend to feel welcome, including those with sensory needs: “he has autism and that’s fine in there never overwhelmed” — Google review. The bar program earns consistently positive marks too, with one reviewer writing “Their drinks are always filled with flavor and you still taste the liquor a bit” — Google review. The biggest cautionary note is around busy-night operations: one party shared that “We waited over an hour and were never seated” — Google review, a reminder that timing matters on weekends.
Games & Machines
Dave & Buster’s Albuquerque is categorized as a video arcade, so visitors should expect the kind of full-floor setup that chain locations are known for, including a card-based game play system and a prize redemption counter. Specific titles, machine counts, and the current game mix are not verified in the public record, so players planning a trip should confirm the lineup directly with the venue before visiting.
Visiting
The venue sits at 2100 Louisiana Blvd NE Bldg 201 on a major commercial corridor in midtown Albuquerque, with straightforward access from I-40 and the surrounding neighborhoods. Doors open at 10 AM every day of the week, with extended hours until 1 AM on Friday and Saturday nights and a midnight close the rest of the week, making both lunchtime visits and late-night game sessions possible. The full address, hours, and contact line are listed in the At a Glance table above.
Food and drinks are a major part of the experience here, with a full bar and a casual dining menu running alongside the game floor. Based on aggregated reviewer feedback, the kitchen and service can be inconsistent on busy nights, while midweek visits are widely regarded as the smoothest experience and offer the best deals on both games and drinks. Visitors whose main goal is the food should consider the bar program and happy hour as the main draw.
For anyone comparing this location to other Albuquerque options, the Round1 Bowling & Arcade and Main Event Albuquerque pages offer direct alternatives in the same city. The arcade finder directory, the interactive arcade map, and the listing claim page round out the tools for browsing and managing venue listings across the state.