PinBar

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PinBar

7.2

PinBar offers a unique and compelling atmosphere, instantly welcoming with its distinctive vibe. It's a spot that clearly prioritizes enjoyment, providing a wide selection of classic games alongside a solid range of beers. The focus is on creating a relaxed setting where people can connect and have a good time, offering a space where the energy is high, and the laughter is frequent. The game selection is extensive and well-curated.

The quality of the food is commendable, providing something tasty for everyone, even those with dietary restrictions. It's easy to spend an evening here, drawn in by the overall ambiance and commitment to good cheer. It's a destination to indulge in simple pleasures, focusing on building community and memorable experiences, offering a consistently positive and fun-filled experience.

Information about bar in Calgary - PinBar

Service options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in
Highlights
  • Bar games
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Karaoke
  • Live music
  • Live performances
  • Quiz night
  • Sport
Popular for
  • Solo dining
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Spirits
  • Wine
Dining options
  • Seating
  • Table service
Amenities
  • Toilet
Atmosphere
  • Casual
  • Trendy
Crowd
  • Groups
  • Tourists
Planning
  • Accepts reservations
Payments
  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Customer Reviews

★★★★★

PinBar has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on over 1482 reviews on Google

Pinheads… Avoid!! I own a machine and I’m on the lower side of good. I was in town for a week with the fam and decided to check it out. Monday night, all pins were free. Possibly worth it for the affordable beer but if you are a fan of pinball and understand rules etc don’t go. AC/DC scoop didn’t work Attack mars scoop didn’t work Led zep upper left flipper didn’t work Hulk right flipper didn’t work Medieval madness trolls didn’t work Black Night SOR upper flipper was stuck Overall most machines were insanely unlevel. Many switches weren’t working, plastics broken and fixed with masking tape. Lineup was incredible but every game was visibly in desire need of a cleaning and maintenance. Maybe turn the volume on the pins up so they make an audible sound too. If you don’t play pinball and don’t understand how games work, you likely won’t know the difference. Pabst can crusher was a highlight! Worth it to try that game out. I left and went to hidden spot. Pins are like mine at home. Well maintained and everything worked flawlessly. Balls were actually shinny and pins felt home us only. Staff were great at pinbar just not a place to go if you have experience and want to play pinball. With all the great titles, it’s a shame really. Pinbar… hire a local pinhead to come in and fix your machines, give them a clean and make them level. Won’t take more than 2 days. You’re doing yourself a huge disservice.
MorelFamily5 (Morelfamily5) (☆ 2/5)
MorelFamily5 (Morelfamily5) (☆ 2/5)
Great musty pink rocker emo type joint, similar to foufones in Montreal or el furniture warehouse. The burgers are very solid. All the pinball games work and it bring a good dingy vibe
Kevin (☆ 5/5)
Kevin (☆ 5/5)
Thursday night Karaoke with Gus is a blast! He’s charismatic as heck and engaged with the crowd so well. I always have so much fun when I’m there. The vibes pair nicely with their fishbowl special. Bastion Burger was such a nice addition to pin bar, I’m gluten free and there are plenty of options for me. The bar staff are very friendly and you can tell everyone working there get along well. Such a great time, every time.
Chris S (☆ 5/5)
Chris S (☆ 5/5)
I only stopped by for some beer and pinball and I loved the place. I had never played pinball in my life, so that was a fantastic experience! Staff was friendly and the beer options were good and varied. I didn't have any food, but I would definitely come back again.
Mateus Karvat (☆ 5/5)
Mateus Karvat (☆ 5/5)
The burgers are really good. Had a smash burger that was made fresh to order. Fries are super good as well. My bf got a order of cheese fries, super yummy. They have a bunch of classic games also a bunch of pinball units as well. The bar is LGBT friendly and a safe space for the girls gays and theys. The atmosphere was super welcoming and accepting. It definitely gave off classic 80s gaming bar vibe. Loved it. Definitely have to go back to try more of the food.
Quinn Schmelzer (☆ 5/5)
Quinn Schmelzer (☆ 5/5)
Mushroom trip pinball bar, dollar per game, good beer small menu but rock solid food.
Elijah Roberts (☆ 5/5)
Elijah Roberts (☆ 5/5)
It's so dark inside with music pounding not my style but I get the attraction for the young bar crowd. I probably would have loved this place when I was younger. I do love pinball ninakupenda pinball forever.
Evan T. Davis (☆ 5/5)
Evan T. Davis (☆ 5/5)
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Information about PinBar

Address

PinBar is located at 501 17 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2S 0A9, Canada

Phone

The phone number of PinBar is +1 403-930-8175

Business Hours

Monday: 17:00–00:00
Tuesday: 17:00–00:00
Wednesday: 12:00–00:30
Thursday: 12:00–02:00
Friday: 12:00–02:00
Saturday: 12:00–02:00
Sunday: 12:00–02:00

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