F1 Arcade® brings the excitement, glamour, and adrenaline of Formula 1® to Boston. Combining cutting-edge full-motion racing simulators with an incredible cocktail bar and electric atmosphere, we deliver an unmatched social gaming experience. Whether you’re a rookie racer or a seasoned speedster, our unique F1 experience caters to all skill levels, letting everyone battle it out on the track. From date nights to corporate events, our multiple race modes ensure every occasion is unforgettable. Plus, with thrilling F1 watch parties, you can catch the action live in a high-energy sports setting, making every race day feel like a championship moment.
aaron
I went to F1 Arcade recently and had such a good experience, and a big part of that was our server, Monica. She was super attentive without being overbearing, and she had an AMAZING vibe. friendly, quick, funny, and just genuinely fun to talk to. Our drinks came out fast, she checked in at the right times, and she made great recommendations. You can tell she actually cares about the guests and enjoys what she does, which makes a huge difference. The whole place has an amazing energy too! fun atmosphere, great music, and the racing simulators make it a really unique night out. Definitely recommend going, and if you get Monica as your server, you’re in great hands
… moreAshley Perez
Came in about 35 minutes before our reservation(on a Tuesday night) and sat at the bar. Parking was difficult, but that’s expected for this part of the city.
The simulators were honestly nothing out of the ordinary basically a slightly upgraded PS5 experience with a moving, vibrating chair and built-in speakers. The steering wheels didn’t have any functional buttons, no extra settings or options, just paddle shifters and driving. It felt pretty basic for what’s advertised.
Drinks are expensive, but they were well made. I paid for a 3-race package for two, and my biggest complaint is that all three races are done back-to-back. Once you’re finished, you either stay, drink, and pay to race again, or you leave. I really wish they allowed you to space out the races it would give you more time to enjoy the atmosphere, relax, have drinks, and then race again. That alone would significantly improve the experience.
Service was mixed. The male bartender was super friendly and well mannered, while the female bartender was the opposite — no smile and not very welcoming.
Overall, it was a fun one-time experience, but not something I’d go out of my way to return to.
… moreMariah Vietri
My friend and I are visiting from out of town together and we ended up deciding last minute to show up to the F1 Arcade at closing and we weren’t sure if we would be able to book a sim and Joeb went above and beyond and allowed us to race two races. We had the best time and it was my first time at one of the F1 arcade franchises and I will certainly be back. The rest of the service (drinks) were excellent as well. Will definitely be back. We had SO much fun and it made our quality time together so much better.
… morekarina k
Fun! Modern and dance music mixes playing while you enjoy. 3 races per person is $32 which is the base. Cool bathrooms and closes at 1am. In a great location near all the nice residences and restaurants on the water. A bit pricey but it’s fun to race against your friends.
… moreErin Wilson
This place is really cool!!! Not a place I’d go every week, but definitely a fun place to go once in a while, especially if you like video-like games, fun drinks, and F1. I highly recommend going with a group or at least a few friends … and making reservations.
First, it’s a little pricey, but I really do feel like that’s expected for a place like this. It’s worth the money … for some fun, but definitely go knowing that you’re going to spend a little money.
Second, the staff is very friendly. They definitely make this easy to understand and an enjoyable experience.
Third, the food and drinks are super yummy!!! I love the drinks!!! They were actually good quality for a place like this.
And last, the game is shorter than I would have liked, but I guess that means it’s super fun!!! I love the different options and ease of use.
… moreVanessa Vosen
Food was cold initially. Couldn’t get bar drinks before 10am. No store with items for purchase. (Post cards, keychains, hats, etc would be nice.)
But fun atmosphere to watch the race and sims are fun. Staff were plentiful and bathrooms have the race playing in them.
… moreLiz B.
I’m an F1 fan by association via my husband, but I was really impressed with the vibe here.
The drinks were delicious and fun (get the one they light on fire). The food was interesting and tasty. And the driving was really immersive. I’ve played a lot of racing arcade games and these ones were no joke. The seat moves, the wheel was satisfying to hold and you could feel the g force in the turns. It was a real workout!
I suck at driving, but rookie mode gave me a fighting chance. I’m sure better drivers would appreciate the feel of the paddle shifting and all the fun buttons on the wheel. We’re definitely coming back here.
… moreAnastasia Maynard
I was super excited about this as a fan of f1 but I was super disappointed. It didn’t match up to my expectations or even the quality I expect at all. I paid $42 for 5 races and you didnt pick the track or anything. It was just a cheap animated racing game like you would see at any other arcade and it did not feel authentic at all. My friend and I felt like it was a rip off for what it was. I understand they’re trying to attract new fans to the series but as a fan of the series it was severely lacking in authentic experience and just felt like a cheap overpriced marketing stunt. One race I got accidentally stuck in the barriers and the game couldn’t direct me out of it and the game didn’t reset me or even just end my round in a crash. I was just sitting there. Super disapointing. The staff was really nice but I waited 20 minutes at a table for a drink. It is also not flexible. Your reservation races play back to back and theres no option to pause or anything if you wanted to get a drink mid session. It also was not clear how you could do additional time and the dj was not very good at all. Playing clean edits of songs after 10 pm when we got carded on our way in? Also- they told me they ran out of cranberry juice. You ran out of cranberry juice at a bar in Boston? Feels like a severe miscalculation.
… moreBJ Younie
The drinks are great, really well made. They are pricey, but it is the seaport district in Boston. The staff is really helpful with choosing drinks if you need it. The racing chairs are really nice and adjust to what you need for fit. The oysters are fantastic and their pizza is good. I haven’t had anything else there yet. This is a fun/friendly place to hang out at night.
… moreChad Malloy
My Friend & I Decided To Try F1 Arcade’s Food, & They Didn’t Disappoint. Our Server, Juan Was Professional, He Had Great Energy, & Was Knowledgeable About All The Questions We Asked About the Food & Drinks On The Menu. Everything That We Ordered Was Bought Out Promptly & Was Delicious. We Will Definitely Be Back For Another Round At F1 Arcade.
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