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Below-ground bar for retro 80s & 90s arcade games & weekly specials, with craft beer & cocktails.
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Address: 500 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309
Phone: (515) 243-4322
Website: http://updowndsm.com/
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Reviews
Dylan Rion
If you’re in downtown Des Moines and looking for a fun night out, Up-Down Des Moines is hands down one of the best spots to go. The arcade game selection is massive, from classic throwbacks to newer favorites, and everything is kept in great condition.
The drink selection is impressive too, with tons of craft beers and creative options to choose from.
The whole place has an upbeat, nostalgic vibe that makes it easy to relax and have a good time whether you’re out with friends or on a casual date or even just by yourself It’s one of those places you can spend hours at without even realizing it. Definitely a must-visit in the city.
… moreThe drink selection is impressive too, with tons of craft beers and creative options to choose from.
The whole place has an upbeat, nostalgic vibe that makes it easy to relax and have a good time whether you’re out with friends or on a casual date or even just by yourself It’s one of those places you can spend hours at without even realizing it. Definitely a must-visit in the city.
UnshornKeyboardist
My friend and I had a blast at this place! So many different choices of video games! The neon lights add to the 80s/90s theme, and the drinks and pizza are really good too!
If you’re looking for an arcade with classic arcade games with pizza that has stretchy gooey cheese, this is the perfect place for you! I know I enjoyed it!
Only thing I would’ve changed was for them to play more 80s music and less modern crappy music. Other than that, perfect night out!
… moreIf you’re looking for an arcade with classic arcade games with pizza that has stretchy gooey cheese, this is the perfect place for you! I know I enjoyed it!
Only thing I would’ve changed was for them to play more 80s music and less modern crappy music. Other than that, perfect night out!
Tera Sheetz
Fun atmosphere, good is OK. The gumbo was thick and similar to gravy. I like my gumbo slightly less than gravy consistency. Overall it was good.
… moreMargie Adams
Omg 21+ video game themed bar! Homemade pizza by the slice! But 2 floors of FUN!!
… moreAddie
my roommate and i come here just about every weekend and we’re always served very well by the bartenders. we especially love the guy with the mandala tattoo in his elbow pit, but i’ve never gotten his name! he’s great though, as are all the servers. they’ve got so many fun games and lots to do. highly recommend! they’ve got deals every day of the week
… moreSarah Mayberry
We had our wedding reception at Up Down. Jess was wonderful to work with. She answered all my questions and made sure everything went perfectly. The staff was awesome too. All of our guests had a blast and told us it was the most fun wedding reception ever. Thank you for making our day memorable and, most importantly, fun
… moreKyle Wright
Very nice two story arcade in downtown DSM. Started coming here two years ago as it has become a post convention staple for Assembly Required, a local toy show 100% worth checking out. Pizza is great and slices are large. Beer list is good and there is a solid spread of beer types. Only caveat was they must have sold or swapped the GI Joe cabinet with another location. The bartender downstairs had no clue what I was talked about when I asked if it was somewhere else in the arcade. Might be good to train the team on what games are on site. I’ll be back again! Three beers, two slices, and a fiver for games put me at $30 with tip for the night.
… moreJordan Letner
Super fun place to hang out with a drink and play some classic games! Something for everyone. All of the games cost 1 token and you get 4/$1. Two stories. Food available.
… moreBrandon schnacker (pancake explosions)
Pinball !!!! I spent most of my time playing pinball spent 5 hrs spending only 16 bucks on a Sunday
Also on Thursdays game tokens are only 10 cents 🙂
… moreAlso on Thursdays game tokens are only 10 cents 🙂
Johnny Fizz
I was celebrating my birthday last weekend and we ended up here an stayed until closing time. This place is incredible. It makes you feel like a kid again but with alcohol lol They have a bar on both levels and video games, pinball, skeeball, table team games, photo booth, huge pizza by the slice for $6, very nice and awesome bar tenders, well staffed, retro vibes for days and not enough good things can be said. I’d come back every week if I could honestly. Hidden gem of Iowa. Adults only, yes please.
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