Elev8 Fun is a sprawling all-in-one entertainment venue located inside the Citrus Park Town Center Mall in Tampa, Florida. Positioned within one of the city’s larger shopping destinations, it offers a mix of attractions under a single roof that reaches well beyond a traditional coin-op arcade, making it a frequent stop for families and groups seeking variety in a single outing.
Tampa’s northwest suburbs have grown into a hub for large-format entertainment complexes, and Elev8 Fun sits at the heart of that scene. Visitors weighing other options in the area can browse the broader arcade finder directory or plot destinations across the region using the interactive arcade map. A nearby alternative worth comparing is GameTime Tampa, another Tampa venue with a different atmosphere and game mix.
At a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 7902 Citrus Park Town Center Mall |
| Phone | +1 813-761-5699 |
| Hours | Mon–Thu 11 AM–12 AM; Fri 11 AM–12 AM; Sat 10 AM–2 AM; Sun 10 AM–12 AM |
| Rating | 4.3 out of 5 from 2,000 Google reviews |
| Best For | Family outings, group events, and multi-activity entertainment |
What Players Say
Elev8 Fun earns strong marks for the sheer range of activities on offer. Reviewers repeatedly highlight the attraction mix as a reason to make the trip, with one Google review summing it up as “Indoor go-carts, ropes course, neon bowling, putt-putt golf and an extensive arcade.” The atmosphere is consistently described as clean, energetic, and well-laid-out, and standout staff members are frequently singled out for praise. Special-day pricing and weekday deals are also cited as a way to soften what is otherwise a premium price point.
Family appeal is a recurring strength, supported by 28 reviews flagging kid-friendliness as a highlight. As one Google review put it, “my grandson said today was his best day ever” — a sentiment echoed across dozens of comments about multigenerational visits. The go-kart experience in particular draws enthusiastic feedback: “Karts are fast, games are new and fun” (Google review). The breadth of attractions has made the venue a popular choice for birthdays and group outings, and the spacious layout generally keeps crowds from feeling overwhelming.
The picture is not entirely uniform, however. Service consistency at the front desk is the most common friction point, with 38 reviews flagging issues ranging from slow check-in to errors that need correcting. As one Google review noted, guests “spent over half of our visit trying to fix mistakes made during check-in.” The self-service kiosk interface also draws criticism — “the kiosk UI is not intuitive at all” (Google review) — and first-time visitors are well advised to budget extra time for the arrival process. Arcade machine reliability is another recurring complaint, with 18 reviewers noting that a meaningful share of cabinets are out of order or have non-functional multiplayer modes. Activity availability can also be unpredictable: “they did not tell us it was closed for the next 2.5 hours” (Google review) is a representative complaint, so calling ahead to confirm open attractions is a sensible precaution. On-site food draws mixed reviews, with one Google review observing that “the food was good but the price a bit high for the amount of food given.”
Games & Machines
As a venue of this type, the arcade floor complements a much broader mix of paid attractions rather than standing alone. The on-site games collection is consistently described as extensive, but specific cabinet counts, manufacturer lineups, and prize-redemption mechanics are not documented in the venue record and are therefore not detailed here. Visitors looking for a current list of operational machines are best served by contacting the venue directly before arriving.
Visiting
Elev8 Fun sits inside Citrus Park Town Center Mall at 7902 Citrus Park Town Center Mall, with parking available through the surrounding mall complex. Operating hours run late most nights of the week — 11 AM to midnight Monday through Friday and Sunday, with extended hours to 2 AM on Saturday — making the venue well-suited to after-work and evening visits as well as daytime family outings.
The venue includes a full bar alongside its attractions, and on-site food is available for guests who want to make a full evening of it. No specific age policy or minimum-play requirements are recorded in the venue data, so families with younger players should confirm directly with staff before planning a visit. For groups looking to book a party or event, the venue’s own site is the best source for current packages and pricing.
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