Joystick Gamebar

“The community is great, the drinks are fantastic, and the food is delicious.”

Miguel Caraballo★★★★★

What a great retro experience. Was pinball fun? Absolutely. Did it get harder after a couple cocktails? Absolutely. Did it get even more fun after that? Absolutely. This place is just great. It’s one of those places that should exist in every community. A place to unwind and have a little fun. Also, pretty budget friendly if you want it to be. Pro tip. If you are bringing younger people - 8pm Joystick turns 21yo+ so plan accordingly.

Maggie Ho★★★★

Chill game bar. There's an ATM to get bills but has a $3.25(?) fee so maybe bring your own quarters. They have several retro arcade games, not a huge selection but a few fighting games, racing, and shooters. They had a couple pinball, foosball, jenga, board games, and even karaoke! A lot of jampacked in these 3 rooms. Service was kind of slow but they were really busy at times. Food took a while to come so it was nice to play some games first. They even had two couches with a projector. Would totally come again.

Ezzz★★★★★

My band Hensleys performed here last week (apparently first rock show they've thrown ever)! I've been here a few times before as well though- legit one of the coolest bars in the <3 of ATL. Get your game on! I love the classic arcade machines, especially Crazy Taxi 🚕- as well as the drinks and food. If you're visiting or live in the city meet your friends here and bring your extra quarters lying around the house. Worth it.

Holly Sandoval★★★★

This is a fun little place. We loved the old school arcade games. The menu isn't extensive but the food was good. Drinks were great, the Orange Crush was my favorite. The staff and even the patrons were friendly. Great place to nerd out over games and books. We enjoyed our time here.