The Baxter Arcade

Being Gen X, I loved being able to play all my old favorite arcade games here. Loved the pinball machines too. The new mandolorian pinball game was awesome. Great atmosphere. We went on the weekend for family day. My kid is grown, but I loved seeing the younger kids being able to play the vintage games. The bar has other events like trivia, so I will definitely go back!

Personally my favorite arcade because they have lots of games that are retro and a bunch of new games at the same time. It's not like your Dave& Buster's, but it's a good mix between an old arcade and a new arcade with beer. I've been there twice already and each time is a new experience. The first time was just me getting what I wanted and playing games and then the second time they were having some sort of event with local artists that design clothes and such. I'm sure they'd be open up to other events as well if the community wants. The bathrooms are clean and also really cool. For me personally I play fighting games so there was one arcade machine that had a lot of them on it. Oh and don't worry If you want to bring your kids here that's totally fine. They have soda for kids and a good selection of alcoholic beverages for the adults.

Sooo good! Arcade games are on point, as well as the vibe. Plenty of space to enjoy the night.
The bartender, Alex, is phenomenal! He didn’t hesitate to alter any drinks I ordered and made me feel super welcome. Can’t wait to come back

Fun times. Nice place. There's a quarter dispenser inside. Test the pinball machine before putting a quarter in it. Same as when I was a kid, some machines will just eat your quarters, and pushing the coin return does nothing.

I went here with my sister and her boyfriend while visiting them. It is a very unique and fun place. We went to watch the UNC game and enjoy some drinks. It was nice that it wasn't too crowded, so we could grab a table and play some games. They have a nice selection of drinks and everyone was very friendly. Definitely worth checking out.

Classic! Games, beer, memories. Kids allowed before 6pm. 10 well maintained pinball machines.

Super fun time!! You take the bar and you mix it with the arcade and it’s sooooo fun. They had a good selection of different kinds of games, my fav is definitely the racing one. They have coin machines so you can really game like your heart desires. Bar was good and staff was friendly

The Baxter is a magical place. A little black hole that will suck you into this town and keep you locked in it's unique atmosphere for months (It did for me!). There's always a solid crowd and the games are fun. Bartenders are genuine people who will be endlessly friendly and real, and keep the place fun and positive. I will never forget the little place. I hope it's around when I float through town next time.

One of my favorite places to go when I visit! Great games that are rotated with a good beer and liquor selection. They are also a fantastic place to watch sports at, especially UNC football and basketball. You can bring in food, snag a table, and play games during halftime. I highly recommend it!

This was honestly the funnest bar we've been to in a while. We felt like we were 90's kids again. We felt like we were in Stranger Things! They've got a nice selection of beer and liquor, and so many vintage games.
What a great time!

A great place to grab a drink, play some pinball, video games, and pool!

Members club packed full of classic arcade and some late vintage pinball games. Hours of fun if you've got the quarters.

Had a great first experience here. Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Will definitely be back!

All good fun; awesome people and a chill vibe. The arcade machines can be temperamental, but it adds to the charm of the venue. Plus, it seems like the only spot in Chapel Hill/Carrboro that’s not out to rob you and doesn’t water down the beverages.

A treasure of Chapel Hill. Old school
Fun that even tons of kids enjoy. Always feels safe, chill, and friendly. If some game takes your quarters, they always make it right. Special event nights, cool memorabilia collection, movies playing. Just good fun. More of a family
Place than a college hang out if you are wondering.

Your essential local neighborhood bar staffed by a bunch of very cool people. Mindful of non-alcoholic drinks and even carries NA Guinness! They have a cat, too.

This is place is something right out of my dreams! Good beer and incredible video games! Most of which only cost .25 cents. Spent several hours playing with only $5.00 Just how the arcades used to be when I was growing up.

Really cool and fun arcade right off Franklin. Become a member for $1! Apparently some crazy way to serve alcohol without food loophole in NC law. Fun old school games and fun stuff to look at. Great date night. Thanks!

Pinball and old school arcade with a decent selection of about 10 mostly modern tables and twenty 80s-90s cabinets. Local beer on draft.

I always go here with my dad on the weekend we always get Ben & Jerry's after I think it's a great place there's so much pinball games I can beat my dad sometimes and it's just so it's such a good time and there's this time for me and my dad to hang out more together so have a great experience there and I hope you do too if you go too. By Virginia's granddaughter