Dave & Buster’s Woburn is a full-service video arcade and entertainment complex serving the Cambridge, Massachusetts metropolitan area. Although the venue’s mailing address places it in nearby Woburn, MA, it draws visitors from across the region who come for the combination of modern arcade games, a full bar, large-format sports viewing, and a casual dining menu. For readers browsing an arcade finder directory who want a single destination that pairs gaming with food and drinks, this is a recognizable national brand operating at scale.
The Woburn location is part of a national chain known for blending restaurant, sports bar, and gaming floor into one venue. With more than 5,200 Google reviews already logged, it ranks among the most heavily reviewed arcades in the greater Boston region. Visitors planning a trip can use the RetroArcade.com arcade map to see how it lines up geographically with smaller, independently run arcades nearby.
At a Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | Woburn, MA |
| Phone | +1 781-496-4900 |
| Hours | Monday–Thursday 10 AM–12 AM; Friday and Saturday 10 AM–1 AM; Sunday 10 AM–12 AM |
| Rating | 4.1 out of 5 from 5,200 Google reviews |
| Best For | Family outings, group gatherings, and sports viewing with drinks |
What Players Say
The Woburn location earns strong marks for atmosphere and overall fun, with one visitor writing, “Great atmosphere, great food and plenty of games to play.” That upbeat tone shows up across more than twenty reviewer mentions of the energy inside the space. Sports fans in particular appreciate the room, with a Google reviewer noting, “They really have very big screens for watch games along with full bar.”
Families also find a lot to like. A parent observed, “My 4 years old easily spends 2-3 hours and my 8 years can spend longer,” reflecting how the venue’s mix of kid-friendly games keeps younger visitors occupied. On the social side, reviewers call out affordable drinks compared to typical bars — “the drinks are pretty cheap compared to most bars,” as one Google reviewer put it.
The caveats are real and worth knowing in advance. Game and food pricing is the loudest complaint, with one visitor writing, “Over $60 and it was spent on a game card, and it was finished in maybe 15 minutes.” Food quality is mixed: a reviewer mentioned, “The food was underwhelming, and came so quick I think it’s possibly premade, and warmed to order.” Service is similarly uneven — standout staff members earn individual praise, as in the comment, “Kayla’s passion for her job really shows in the great service she provides,” but understaffing is a recurring theme, with one visitor writing, “it took FOREVER to even get a server.” Machine reliability is hit-or-miss as well, and a candid reviewer noted, “more than half the machines are malfunctioning or broken.” Game-day crowds can lengthen waits, though reviewers also point out that the venue occasionally posts food discounts on those busy dates. The advice most visitors echo is to come on a weekday or during a posted discount period to extract the best value from the game card.
Games & Machines
Operating as a video arcade in the chain-restaurant-and-bar mold, the Woburn floor centers on card- and swipe-activated electronic machines — typically the redemption-ticket video games, racing simulators, and skill-based challenges that define the broader Dave & Buster’s brand. Because the directory’s machine-level catalog for this location is not on file, readers should expect a broad mix of arcade-standard video cabinets rather than rare pinball or vintage electromechanical titles. Visitors chasing dedicated pinball should look at rooms like Pop’s Pinball – Bow Market or one of the Roxy’s Arcade entries in the same directory, both reachable through the arcade finder.
Visiting
Doors open at 10 AM every day of the week, with the floor running until midnight on weeknights and 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. Weekday afternoons tend to be quieter, which lines up with reviewer advice that off-peak visits deliver the best value. The full bar and big-screen sports setup make it a natural adult destination in the evening, while the family-friendly gaming floor gives parents a daytime option with kids.
The on-site restaurant menu and bar program mean a single stop can cover dinner and a gaming session in one visit. Group bookings for birthdays, team outings, and corporate events are part of the chain’s standard offering; for specifics on party packages, dial +1 781-496-4900 or check the official website before scheduling. Comparisons with other nearby gaming venues — including CatchMania, Fun and Games, and the second Roxy’s Arcade location also indexed in the directory — are easy to make using the RetroArcade.com arcade map. Operators who run their own venue can claim their listing to keep their directory details current.