Logan Arcade is a 21+ barcade in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood that has built a reputation as one of the Midwest’s most ambitious pinball-forward venues. Tucked into 2410 W Fullerton Avenue, the spot pairs a deep, carefully maintained arcade lineup with a full drink program, nightly specials, and a packed calendar of recurring events that turns the floor into a community hangout as much as a game room. For travelers plotting a barcade crawl through the city, it sits comfortably alongside other Chicago fixtures like Emporium Arcade Bar and Replay Lincoln Park, each with a distinct flavor.
The atmosphere is punk-tinged and inclusive, leaning hard into pinball culture, queer-friendly events, and competitive league play without ever feeling intimidating to a casual drop-in. It is the kind of place where a newcomer can wander in during a free-play night, learn Killer Queen from a regular, and walk out a few hours later with a brand-new hobby.
At a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Address | 2410 W Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL 60647 |
| Phone | (872) 206-2859 |
| Hours | Mon–Fri: 6 PM – 2 AM Sat: 3 PM – 3 AM Sun: 3 PM – 2 AM |
| Rating | 4.7 out of 5 from 1,325 reviews |
| Best For | Pinball collectors, league players, 21+ barcade crowds, themed nights |
The Scene
Logan Arcade reads less like a standalone bar and more like a hybrid clubhouse. The room is built around its machines, with rotating happy hour pricing layered over a week of league nights and special events that fill nearly every evening slot. Cold drinks are the order of the day, with a Happy Hour running Monday through Friday from 6 PM to 8 PM that takes $2 off select drafts and $2 off all premium nonalcoholics, then a different drink special each remaining night of the week.
The events calendar is the venue’s beating heart. Tuesdays belong to the Logan Arcade Pinball League and the Silverball Salon Twitch stream. Wednesdays stack the Belles & Chimes pinball league, the Killer Queen Open Hive nights, and the recurring Front Room Free Play (every second Wednesday). Thursdays host a Stern Army tournament. Mondays rotate between Pinball Chicago league events, Movie Monday by VidNite Movies, and Mortal Monday, a Mortal Kombat II freeplay session. Charity events like Pride Pingolf, a fundraiser for Brave Space Alliance, and the Chad the Bird Pokémon extravaganza streaming event draw their own crowds, and the occasional launch party (such as the Instant Film Magazine release) keeps the programming fresh.
The aesthetic blends nostalgia and nightlife. Streaming is built into the identity, with regular broadcasts on Twitch and YouTube, an on-site stream link, and a newsletter subscription for fans who want to keep tabs on what’s next. The venue is 21+ only, which keeps the focus on adult barcade culture rather than a family arcade experience. Visitors planning a night out can browse more options across the city using the arcade finder or scout the geography on the interactive arcade map.
Games & Machines
The headline number here is more than eighty pinball machines and video games, a count that puts Logan Arcade firmly in heavyweight territory for the region. The pinball roster spans modern Stern premiums and limited editions alongside Williams and Bally classics and remakes, including Attack from Mars (remake), Black Knight 2000, Bone Busters Inc., Centigrade 37, Deadpool (Premium), Evil Dead, Ghostbusters (LE), Godzilla (Premium), Gorgar, Iron Maiden (Premium), Jaws (Premium), Jurassic Park (Premium), King Kong (Premium), Metallica Remastered (Premium), Monster Bash, Pokémon (Pro), Pulp Fiction, Revenge From Mars, Robocop, Shaq Attaq, Star Trek, Star Wars: Fall of the Empire, Twilight Zone, and Walking Dead Remastered.
The video side reads like a love letter to the golden age of the arcade alongside deep cuts and modern favorites. Classic standbys include Pac-Man, Ms. Pac-Man, Donkey Kong, Frogger, Dig Dug, BurgerTime, Centipede, Q*bert, Robotron: 2084, Tapper, Gyruss, Mappy, Nibbler, Super Breakout, Marble Madness, Crystal Castles, Paperboy, Track & Field, and Sunset Riders. Shooters and fighters show up in force via Street Fighter III: Third Strike, Mortal Kombat II, X-Men: Children of the Atom, Vampire Saviours, The Simpsons, Smash TV, and Spider-Man. Bigger rigs include Dance Dance Revolution Extreme, Dariusburst: Another Chronicle EX, Environmental Discs of Tron, Crazy Taxi, Jurassic Park Arcade, Space Harrier, and TMNT: Turtles in Time.
Multiplayer and party-friendly cabinets round out the floor: Pac-Man: Battle Royale, Mario Kart Arcade GP 2, Killer Queen, NBA Jam Tournament Edition (running the Rewind ROM hack), Lucky & Wild, and a Neo Geo MVS setup cycling Windjammers, Garou: Mark of the Wolves, Metal Slug 3, and Puzzle Bobble. Smaller skill games and curiosities such as Tetris, Rhythm Tengoku, Aero Fighters, Golden Tee 2K, Terminator 2: Judgement Day, Booz-Barometer, Clean Sweep, and a claw machine fill in the gaps. The homepage text mentioned a Pokémon Premium machine on the way; the current games list shows Pokémon (Pro), so visitors may want to confirm the latest pinball lineup before a special trip.
Visiting
Logan Arcade sits at 2410 W Fullerton Avenue in Chicago’s Logan Square, a short walk from the neighborhood’s main drag and well served by public transit. The venue opens later than most arcades, with weekday hours running 6 PM to 2 AM Monday through Friday, then extending to 3 PM to 3 AM on Saturday and 3 PM to 2 AM on Sunday. Doors are 21+ only, so plan accordingly.
The drink program is a major draw in its own right. Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday from 6 PM to 8 PM ($2 off select drafts and $2 off all premium nonalcoholics). Sunday features $2 off all local draft beers. Monday brings $2 off all well liquor. Tuesday lands $3 High Life cans. Wednesday serves up $6 Chicago Handshakes. Thursday offers a $5 featured craft draft. Cold drinks are always available, and games run on coin drop. The venue does not list a general admission price, though some events carry entry fees (for example, the Pride Pingolf fundraiser is listed at $10 or pay-what-you-can).
Parties and private rentals can be booked through party@loganarcade.com, and the venue also sells Logan Arcade merchandise shirts for fans who want to take a souvenir home. Owners or managers who spot this listing and want to update hours, pricing, or event details can do so through the claim your listing page. For more spots across the city and the rest of the country, browse the arcade finder directory or open the interactive arcade map.