Dorky's Arcade

Category: Video arcade in Tacoma, Washington

Address: 754 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, WA 98402, USA

Phone: +12536274156

Opening hours

Sunday: 12PM–12AM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 12PM–12AM

Wednesday: 12PM–12AM

Thursday: 12PM–12AM

Friday: 12PM–2AM

Saturday: 12PM–2AM

Reviews

J Cruz

Jul 14, 2022

Dorky's is the place to have fun and feel nostalgia for the days of "hitting the arcade". There's always good times when one goes to Dorky's. And, yes I'm rocking a Naruto vest. 😁

Aquila Granville

Jul 10, 2022

I'd like to say this place is so fun and worth every QUARTER! My kids had a blast even though the fun wasn't about them (haha.) They sell food and it was actually very good along with snacks and BEER! The beer prices range between $13 per beer and as low as $3/$4 per beer. We bought snacks, tacos and 4 of the more pricey beers at $11 a beer x4 and spent $40 on coins (aka quarters) for 3 hours of FUN! Remember about $40 was for beer $20 on snacks and a few tacos. It was indeed worth the money and everyone who worked there was very kind to us and our children. YES you can bring your kids so please know it's a family fun environment. We will indeed be back! P.S. If you were born before 92' you'll know every game that they have. It's very RETRO and Nostalgic!

Colleen Dartez

Feb 19, 2022

Easy to get to, friendly staff, lots of arcade games that are challenging and fun! There's something for everyone. Games take quarters and theres several machines to change out cash. It's an arcade place- don't expect tiny kids to be entertained. Good for around ages 8yo- adults. Good selection of beer, drinks, and a decent selection of food. There's a few tables to sit at and eat or rest. When staff is approached about an issue with a game (if any) they are quick to respond and try their best to fix it.

Masterjedihudak

Dec 4, 2021

Dorky's arcade is still a fun place to hang out! But it has aged since I was last here 7 years ago. It has with stand 2020 pandemic and apparently several rough evenings as they have won a lawsuit based on damages to its facility. But it's still open and has lots of newer games in place. My family found several arcade cabinets not working properly. Pizza parlor is gone too along with doors to bathrooms. Tons of beer, drinks, snacks, and candy was on hand. Arcade was still running on quarters to my surprise. Not a place to take young kids as no ticket style games present.

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Questions & Answers

Do they have street fighter 2?

Gary Miller | Aug 10, 2022
Megan A | Aug 11, 2022

Yes they do. My initials are on it as top score, that's why I'm certain.

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Does dorky's have an atm?

Justin Lounder | Aug 10, 2022
Courtney Perkins | Aug 11, 2022

Yes they do.

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Is it affordable

Kylee Burns | Aug 10, 2022
Sandy Beavers | Aug 11, 2022

Yes. Had a blast! Loved going there. Could have spent all night playing the games.

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Do they have Donkey Kong?

Markofka | Aug 10, 2022
Samantha Sprigg | Aug 11, 2022

Yes!

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Do they have a dance machine (Dance dance revolution or pump it up)?

Bryan Santiago | Aug 10, 2022
Cara Meloche | Aug 11, 2022

Yes! But on Fri, Sat they have a DJ so its hard to play it.

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Is this a good place for kids aged 10 and under?

Cherie Chandler | Aug 10, 2022
Jamie Daniels | Aug 11, 2022

Yes good place lots of places where the kids can spend quarters

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What's the age limit for kids to enter?

Jerry Christensen | Aug 10, 2022
Megan Durham | Aug 11, 2022

It's 21 and up after 9pm, not sure before that time.

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Are all machines quarter operated still or did it change during the pandemic?

Fig Figueroa | Aug 10, 2022
Bill B | Aug 11, 2022

Was quarter operated when we were there on Feb. 14th

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Your guy's arcade machines open during this quarantine?

Zaybuhr | Aug 10, 2022
Dorky's Arcade (Owner) | Aug 11, 2022

We are back open this Thursday

How much is pizza ?

Desiree York | Aug 10, 2022
Rich Davis | Aug 11, 2022

It was very good the night i was there

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how much is it to have a bithday party there?

Payton Boisture | Aug 10, 2022
Gary Carlile | Aug 11, 2022

Sorry, cant answer. Just went there to play video games

Love the game selection 👌But will the killer instinct arcade ever be fixed last 4 times ive been its been down 😔

roy cano | Aug 10, 2022
April Deas | Aug 11, 2022

I don't know. Ask les or one of their workers

Is there the new spider man game

funtime foxy | Aug 10, 2022
Eric Jordan | Aug 11, 2022

Well.

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Do they have kontra?

TJ | Aug 10, 2022
GREG FREY | Aug 11, 2022

No

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Why time do they stop allowing kids (minors)?

Dataman StarTrekTNG | Aug 10, 2022
GREG FREY | Aug 11, 2022

I don't quite remember but I believe 9pm.

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Is it really crowded and busy at night?

Anna Hill | Aug 10, 2022
Sarah Buzzelli | Aug 11, 2022

Always able to get drinks offer play game when I wanted. Never waited.

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Is this located inside of the B&I??

Marie Alvarez | Aug 10, 2022
Mark Widdis | Aug 11, 2022

No..

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Do you have to pay to get in?

Damien Galvin | Aug 10, 2022
Daryl Pitigliano | Aug 11, 2022

No cover charge!

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Do they have a ddr machine?

nightrider pie | Aug 10, 2022
David Jellison | Aug 11, 2022

Yes, it is tucked in the back right corner.

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What fighting games do they have? Do they host any events?

Hank's Web Zone | Aug 10, 2022
J Cruz | Aug 11, 2022

MvC 2, MK 1/2 and SF 2. If I regal correctly, they do pinball tourneys.

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Is there still the injustice fight game?

Abro 0420 | Aug 10, 2022
michael johnston | Aug 11, 2022

Not sure havent been there in a while

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Do they have Time Crisis or House of the dead?

Alex Gonzales | Aug 10, 2022
Jay R | Aug 11, 2022

They have House of the dead 1 and 2, and a new 4 player tomb raider shooter

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Any vintage pinball machine?

Jim Rowland | Aug 10, 2022
Megan Durham | Aug 11, 2022

A lot! And vintage arcade games as well!

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Do they have any dancing or rhythm games?

cryptidbugz | Aug 10, 2022
Rudy Cabrera | Aug 11, 2022

No, they don't DDR or anything like that.

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Do they have sound voltex

Luis | Aug 10, 2022
Daddy | Aug 11, 2022

Didn't notice it if they do

Are you open Thursday's now that things are opening back up?

Natasha Yeager | Aug 10, 2022
Robert Averitt | Aug 11, 2022

They were open

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How much is it for 3 kids

Raikov YT | Aug 10, 2022
Dorky's Arcade (Owner) | Aug 11, 2022

There is no entry fee, but sadly we are currently closed.

What are the current hours??

Karma Reed | Aug 10, 2022
David Gonzales | Aug 11, 2022

3pm - 10pm

Do they have that one punching machine game

Eddy Mosqueda | Aug 10, 2022
Raikov YT | Aug 11, 2022

My bones broke so I had to have a 5 month recovery for it

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Are there prizes or tickets at this arcade? I need to know today because I can let my kids know to see if they want to go.

Lost Quikz | Aug 10, 2022
Dorky's Arcade (Owner) | Aug 11, 2022

We have a handful of prize lockers and a couple of skill cranes.

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Are you guys open Monday’s?

Zaybuhr | Aug 10, 2022
Matt Witzenburger | Aug 11, 2022

Yes dorkys is open just need a mask to enter

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Is Les still the owner and is he still incredibly racist?

Nicholas Medusa | Aug 10, 2022
Dorky's Arcade (Owner) | Aug 11, 2022

That is my partner. He had made great strides since that day.

Do you have coin pushers

Sharon Dillard | Aug 10, 2022
Lorrain Walker | Aug 11, 2022

Yes, there is a quarter machine right as you walk into building.

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Do you have donkey Kong

Carl Ernberger | Aug 10, 2022
Doug Kelly | Aug 11, 2022

All of them

What's the age restriction? I have a couple friends under the age of 21. Are they aloud to a certain time or just not aloud at all?

Joshua Thompson | Aug 10, 2022
Bree Gelvin | Aug 11, 2022

When I was there for my birthday on the 3rd, there were children everywhere in the afternoon, so if I were to guess, it would be 21 and over only after 9pm. Fyi, the pizza is pretty good!

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Does dorkey's accept credit cards

Cari Cousins | Aug 10, 2022
Chelsea Kem | Aug 11, 2022

For food and drinks, yes! They also have an ATM inside for your cash needs.

Anyone know if they're open on Independence Day??

KLaVonneC | Aug 10, 2022
Caroline Dennewith | Aug 11, 2022

We are not. We are closed on 4th off July, Thanksgiving and Christmas day.

Is there handicapped parking close to the door?

Scott Glabe | Aug 10, 2022
Caroline Dennewith | Aug 11, 2022

Hello there! If you have a handicap pass or license plate, you are able to use any of the street parking. I've been told, but my employee who had the pass. She says she does not have to pay on the street as long as the pass is displayed. Please remember to park facing the way that is posted. Some areas you have to park head-in, others it is back-in. They will still ticket for that, regardless of handicap pass.

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Do they have Killer Queen?

Ryan Wilson | Aug 10, 2022
tara johnson | Aug 11, 2022

I am not for sure but i do not think so

Do they have any gluten free food and/or beer options?

Katie Jalo | Aug 10, 2022
Caroline Dennewith | Aug 11, 2022

Yes! We have over 40 gluten free drink options. We also have gluten free pizza crusts upon request.

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What are the less busy time frames?

Tasia Smith | Aug 10, 2022
Caroline Dennewith | Aug 11, 2022

Weekdays for sure. Plus we have our best deals on those days. Friday, Saturday and Sunday are busy.

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How do you get to the backroom?

Jay's Arcade Review & Repair | Aug 10, 2022
Joshua Osiris | Aug 11, 2022

It's probably not meant for the public. I'd ask an employee or call them.

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Do you have Mario Kart Arcade GP there

Nathan Williams (MAJORFANBOY) | Aug 10, 2022
Shawn Ross | Aug 11, 2022

Yep

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Friends from out of town don't drink beer! Do they have well drinks? Didn't ask when I was there last!?!

Cornelius Epling | Aug 10, 2022
Lyndsey L | Aug 11, 2022

They also have alcoholic, low-calorie seltzer drinks, if cider and beer are too heavy. I would make the trip to Add-a-Ball in Seattle, if it's an issue though

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How much are the games? Nickel, quarter?

Samantha Rodriguez | Aug 10, 2022
Tony T | Aug 11, 2022

The machines take quarters but the cost is between $0.25-2 for most stuff.

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Do they have games like Coin pusher and if they do , does it hand out tickets or the actual coins that fall?

Alex T | Aug 10, 2022
D. Nettleton | Aug 11, 2022

They don't have anything like coin pusher. They don't use tickets or tokens, just quarter-operated arcade games and pinball.

Do they offer gluten free pizza? I can't find it posted anywhere.

Jordan Batts | Aug 10, 2022
Dakota Asbury | Aug 11, 2022

I work in the bar, we offer gluten free crusts. Please call ahead of time so we can make sure they are available.

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Do they have PC's to play on?

Ptrellick “MemeTanga” | Aug 10, 2022
Dorky's Arcade (Owner) | Aug 11, 2022

No, I'm sorry. We are a classic arcade

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Is Dorky’s a pet friendly?

curtis nakauye | Aug 10, 2022
Angus Rakes | Aug 11, 2022

Almost positive Service Animals are accepted other then that it is a restaurant so no pets

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Do they serve hard alcohol here? I only see beer on the website.

S W | Aug 10, 2022
Mariko Nicoletti | Aug 11, 2022

only beers n ciders.

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Is this still owned by the man who was caught on camera shouting out racial slurs?

Regina M | Aug 10, 2022
NAH | Aug 11, 2022

Yes, regrettably. He did try to half heartedly apologize at the time of the incident due to negative press. As far as I know, BLM hasn't called for the end of the boycott. Which is very sad because it actually is a very cool place!

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