Dave & Buster’s Livonia is a large-format video arcade and sports-bar destination serving the western Detroit suburbs of Michigan. Housed in the city of Livonia, the venue combines an extensive game floor with a full food and drink menu, drawing a mix of families, adult groups, and casual weeknight crowds looking for an all-in-one entertainment stop.
The Livonia location sits within a metro area known for its dense lineup of retro and modern arcades, family entertainment centers, and barcades. Visitors planning a full evening of gaming and dining can use the RetroArcade.com arcade finder directory to compare options nearby, including spots like Zap Zone – Farmington for laser tag and group activities, or browse the broader region on the interactive arcade map.
At a Glance
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Address | Livonia, MI |
| Phone | +1 734-452-4600 |
| Hours | Mon–Thu 10 AM–12 AM; Fri–Sat 10 AM–1 AM; Sun 10 AM–12 AM |
| Rating | 4 out of 5 from 7,900 Google reviews |
| Best For | Family outings, group entertainment, sports-bar atmosphere, combo packages |
What Players Say
Dave & Buster’s Livonia lands in the middle of the pack with a 4 out of 5 average across roughly 7,900 Google reviews. The venue earns steady praise for its energetic atmosphere and ability to appeal to both adults and kids — one guest summed it up as “A great time for the adults and the kids!!!” — Google review. The Eat and Play combo packages are frequently called out as a smart value option, with reviewers noting “We purchased three of the $59.99 Eat and Play combos for the kids” — Google review.
The picture grows more complicated on the operational side. Service runs the gamut from standout servers who receive frequent individual praise to staff interactions that fall flat, including one reviewer who noted “The bartender I interacted with, Dana, came off very cold” — Google review. Wait times for both seating and meals are a recurring sore spot, especially on weekends: “Getting in to eat can be very challenging if not damn near impossible at times, especially during the weekends” — Google review, and another guest reported they “waited over an hour for our food, when I got my food my sides were missing” — Google review.
The game floor earns mixed marks. While the variety and scale of the arcade impresses most visitors, machine upkeep is a frequent complaint, with one regular noting “Every time we go, we find multiple broken or malfunctioning games” — Google review. Pricing also draws pushback, captured by “At $44 I would expect things to taste way better” — Google review. On the positive side, parking earns consistent compliments — “Parking lot is very big, with plenty of lights and plenty of parking spots!” — Google review — and the overall vibe lands well, as one visitor put it: “Amazing atmosphere!! 👏🏽 10/10” — Google review. Guests are advised to arrive early on weekdays to sidestep weekend crowds and to set realistic expectations around dining speed.
Games & Machines
The Livonia location is classified as a video arcade, and visitor feedback consistently describes an extensive game floor built into the venue’s sports-bar atmosphere. Without a confirmed machine inventory available in the source record, specific titles, cabinet counts, and game categories cannot be listed here. Guests seeking a deeper catalog of retro cabinets or pinball machines may want to compare against nearby spots using the arcade finder.
Visiting
Dave & Buster’s Livonia operates seven days a week, opening at 10 AM every morning and closing at midnight Monday through Thursday and Sunday, with extended hours until 1 AM on Friday and Saturday. The venue is reached at the address listed in Livonia, MI, and the front desk can be reached at +1 734-452-4600 for current specials, wait times, and group reservations. Parking is on-site and ample, a detail called out repeatedly in recent reviews.
Inside, guests can move between a full food and drink menu and the game floor without changing venues, making it a natural fit for family nights, birthday outings, and adult group meetups. Combo packages — highlighted repeatedly in guest feedback as the best-value path for families — bundle a food purchase with a game card at a set price, with the $59.99 Eat and Play option cited by name in multiple reviews. Venue operators who want to update hours, contact details, or game inventory can claim the listing, and travelers exploring the wider Detroit metro can browse additional options on the interactive arcade map.