Arcades

File photo: Jeff Bukowski, licensed.
Arcades bring together the fun of classic and modern gaming, offering everything from retro pinball machines and claw games to high-tech simulators and virtual reality. They’re popular spots for family outings, birthday parties, and casual entertainment, giving Long Islanders a chance to enjoy hours of excitement indoors. File photo: Jeff Bukowski, licensed.

Looking for flashing lights, buzzing sounds, and non-stop gaming fun? Long Island’s arcades bring out the kid in everyone, offering everything from classic pinball and skee-ball to the latest in virtual reality and interactive experiences. Whether you’re planning a rainy-day activity, a birthday outing, or just want to step back into the nostalgic glow of arcade cabinets, there are plenty of options across Nassau and Suffolk County.

Some arcades stand alone as retro havens filled with vintage machines, while others are part of larger entertainment complexes featuring bowling, go-karts, laser tag, and indoor rides. From well-known national names like Dave & Buster’s to family-owned favorites such as Pinball Long Island and Game On Retro Arcade, the variety ensures something for every age group and interest.

Below you’ll find our hand-picked list of the best arcades on Long Island, complete with maps, phone numbers, and links to official websites so you can plan your next gaming adventure with ease.

Arcades on Long Island


Nassau County Arcades

Dave & Buster’s – Westbury
1504 Old Country Rd, Westbury, NY 11590
📞 (516) 542-8501
🌐 daveandbusters.com/locations/westbury

Round1 Bowling & Amusement – Hicksville
358 N Broadway Mall, Hicksville, NY 11801
📞 (516) 595-2080
🌐 round1usa.com/locations/broadway-mall

Laser Bounce Family Fun Center – Levittown
2710 Hempstead Turnpike, Levittown, NY 11756
📞 (516) 342-1330
🌐 laserbouncelevittown.com

Q-ZAR Laser Tag & Arcade – Carle Place
151 Voice Rd, Carle Place, NY 11514
📞 (516) 877-7200
🌐 qzarny.com

ClawCADE – Roosevelt Field
630 Old Country Rd, Garden City, NY 11530
📞 (516) 550-9144
🌐 clawcadearcade.com

United Skates of America – Seaford (Arcade)
1276 Hicksville Rd, Seaford, NY 11783
📞 (516) 795-5474
🌐 unitedskates.com/seaford

Bayville Adventure Park (Arcade)
8 Bayville Ave, Bayville, NY 11709
📞 (516) 624-7433
🌐 bayvilleadventurepark.com

Chuck E. Cheese – Hempstead
162 Fulton Ave, Hempstead, NY 11550
📞 (516) 248-6000
🌐 chuckecheese.com/locations/hempstead-ny

Suffolk County Arcades

Dave & Buster’s – Islandia
1856 Veterans Memorial Hwy, Islandia, NY 11749
📞 (631) 582-6615
🌐 daveandbusters.com

Adventureland (Arcade inside)
2245 Broadhollow Rd, Farmingdale, NY 11735
📞 (631) 694-6868
🌐 adventureland.us

RPM Raceway (Arcade inside)
40 Daniel St, Farmingdale, NY 11735
📞 (631) 752-7223
🌐 rpmraceway.com/locations/long-island-ny

The All Star (Arcade inside)
96 Main Rd, Riverhead, NY 11901
📞 (631) 998-3565
🌐 theallstar.com

Pinball Long Island
48 W Main St, Patchogue, NY 11772
📞 (631) 309-4157
🌐 pinballlongisland.com

Game On Retro Arcade – Smith Haven Mall
362 Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove, NY 11755
📞 (631) 821-4263
🌐 gameon-smithhaven.com

Game On Retro Arcade – Tanger Outlets Riverhead
200 Tanger Mall Dr, Ste 405, Riverhead, NY 11901
📞 (631) 381-0001
🌐 gameon-tanger.com

Xplore Family Fun Center – Commack
54 Vanderbilt Motor Pkwy, Commack, NY 11725
📞 (631) 543-8300
🌐 xplorecm.com

Xplore – Port Jefferson Station
1027 NY-112, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
📞 (631) 318-3715
🌐 xplorepj.com

Safari Adventure – Riverhead
1074 Pulaski St, Riverhead, NY 11901
📞 (631) 727-4386
🌐 thesafariadventure.com

Lazerland of Long Island – Commack
54 Vanderbilt Motor Pkwy, Commack, NY 11725
📞 (631) 543-8300
🌐 lazerlandofli.com

Tiki Action Park (Arcade)
1878 Middle Country Rd, Centereach, NY 11720
📞 (631) 471-1267
🌐 tikiactionpark.com

Chuck E. Cheese – Patchogue
499-65 Sunrise Hwy, Patchogue, NY 11772
📞 (631) 289-9070
🌐 chuckecheese.com/locations/patchogue-ny


Tips for Getting the Most Out of an Arcade Visit

  • Bring Cash or a Rechargeable Card – Many arcades use swipe cards, but some still have token machines.
  • Check Combo Deals – Some locations bundle arcade credits with bowling, laser tag, or rides.
  • Play for Tickets Strategically – Certain games are better for racking up prize tickets if that’s your goal.
  • Look for Retro Machines – A lot of Long Island arcades mix new games with nostalgic classics.
  • Plan Weeknight Visits – Weekends can be crowded; going off-peak means shorter waits.
  • Stay a While – Many arcades are inside larger family fun centers with food and extra attractions.

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