Take a nostalgic trip back to the ’80s and ’90s at this awesome arcade bar in North Dakota. With tons of old school (and some newer) games that are free to play, plus awesome food and great drinks, this is the perfect spot to hang out with some old friends or enjoy a fun night out. This place will bring you back a few decades to an awesome time, and you’ll love it.

The CraftCade in Bismarck, North Dakota is your ’80s and ’90s nostalgia destination. If you’re looking for a night of fun, retro games, great drinks, and delicious food - this is it.

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The CraftCade has plenty of free-to-play arcade games that you can enjoy all night long. From the big classics like PacMan and Donkey Kong to Street Fighter II and Indiana Jones Pinball, they’ve got plenty to choose from and your favorite is probably in there.

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Everywhere you look, you’ll find bits and pieces from the past that’ll bring you right back to those times. There are movie and music references, fun imagery, and if you come on trivia night you can test your memory on all things ’80s and ’90s.

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The establishment has multiple levels so you can take a break from hardcore gaming and enjoy a bite to eat or a drink on the upper level.

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The games are a blast, but the CraftCade is also fantastic for their food. There is NY style pizza in plenty of themed flavors like the TMNT or the Spicoli, gourmet hot dogs, and tasty oven-baked sandwiches.

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This place has amazing drinks, too, and has one of the only self-serve beer walls in North Dakota. You can get your own craft beer on tap right from this wall at any time, and the choices include many local brews from ND breweries. There are also themed cocktails to try at the bar.

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With so many enjoyable games, a blast from the past atmosphere, perfectly made food, and plenty of beers to try, you won’t find the same experience anywhere else but the CraftCade.

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The CraftCade is open Monday through Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m., and on Sundays for all ages from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Find a full menu, list of games, and more on this website.

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Address: 405 N 4th St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA