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Player 1 Video Game Bar
8562 Palm Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32836, United States
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En
Review №1

Front desk wasn’t very welcoming don’t know what the deal was. But anyways It was good for the first 15 minutes. After you’ve seen it all and played all around I was over it. People hugging most of the good machines. But you can literally scope this place in 5 minutes. “Craft beers. We’re mostly all fruity. “The cake is a lie” said to have %14 alcohol. It was literally just juice. Not very impressed by the place. I found drinks to be pricey for what it was.

Ar
Review №2

Super fun free play arcade, lots of classic cabinets and modern consoles to play. Great bar staff and drinks. Cover charge to get in, but free reentry same day. A great hang out or have a party for any gamer.

Ch
Review №3

I went here for the first time with a friend over the weekend and had so much fun! The beer selection is excellent and they have so many different games to play. It was a great time, and I cant wait to go back.

Es
Review №4

My ID expired on my birthday so I wasnt able to go in even though I am nearer to 40 than 30.That parts on me but I think the callousness in which the greeter handled the situation is what really put things in the toilet. I dont know if she was trying to be funny but theres a way to handle it without getting the hopes up of people whod traveled 300 miles and then slamming them down while blaming me unnecessarily. Im sorry, its expired, explain policy and be professional.I had already compromised with the horrendous smell. Everytime the door opened it was a fresh purtid wave like a bag of oops stones bad and took me three tries to get in the lobby. My friends had powered through and my partner was still outside while we waited to be called to show ID. It really turned your stomach but she said it did not smell like that inside. There werent closed doors to the inside, so ok... Sure...The closed Chinese restaurant next door was blamed. And the sign on door specifically named hoodies and baggy clothes as violations if dress code.That was pretty suspect in and of itself. After thinking about things it really left a sour taste in my mouth.There were way too many people in one place at anytime. Im not sure why it might have been like that and it made me and my partner very nervous to be in there.The experience was definitely tainted and has definitely affected my opinion of the place and has me worried about safety and cleanliness in this time.

Je
Review №5

So much fun! Only real cost is drinks, and they are reasonable for the amount and selection. Small cover charge ($5 for us tonight), and $5/hr for some of the higher consoles like PS4, with nicer gaming chairs to sit on. Music was fantastic for older millennials like us or GenX too, all 80s, 90s and early 00s. Selection of old school arcade cabinets is great!

Do
Review №6

As a straight up Boomer, if you call yourself a Gen Xer or Millenial, this place is the.....stuff. Had a great time, prices are totally reasonable. Support the local guy, nobody cares for you like they do! Old school video games, hook up to your PS or X Box account, play with your mates! Great concept! Pay a cover, chill on old school stand up arcades! Wait staff amazing! If only I was 20 years younger! An amazing alternative to “normal” night life. Take advantage of it while you can!

Ro
Review №7

No funny smells. Lots of fun classic arcade games. This place is small dragons horde of gaming fun. Dont be like Esther. Be excellent to each other.

Ja
Review №8

Its a dive bar with video games. Were it not for their neighbors, they wouldve expanded. The atmosphere is chill and the beer selection great. My post-work watering hole for yeeears!

to
Review №9

Very awesome place I first saw place when I was 18 and was like danm a bar where you can play games and drink fast forward 3 years I went there and had jolly good time good prices and awesome staff I definitely recommend a visit my new favorite bar in Orlando

Lu
Review №10

Great place to hang and get some drinks.Jenn took care of me really sweet and awesome costumer service.

Fe
Review №11

Funky beer menu, cool staff, lots of games from newer titles to classics!

Je
Review №12

Love this place! Beer and video games, what else can you ask for? Staff is cool and friendly. People that go here are super chill and the atmosphere is like a blast from the past. Great place!

Sh
Review №13

Amazing video game themed drinks. And lots of console and old 80s boxed game machines.

Ry
Review №14

Love it from Minnesota everyone was friendly and the drinks were to respawn for

Od
Review №15

Place mixes childhood arcade nostalgia with an adult atmosphere.Addendum: Been a member since Day 1 and brought lots of friends. Well worth the trip. Hope the Team at Player 1 is doing well during Covid. Want to go back ASAP!

Ph
Review №16

Wonderful nostalgia here. If your a gamer,bring your own remote!(not required)but they have been used n abused. Great craft drinks and friendly staff. Play Mario at the bar!!

Ca
Review №17

A great bar near Disney World that offers craft beer and a wide selection of retro video games. 5 dollar cover allows you unlimited access to over 200 games. Private game booths available for open and active bar tab. No hard liqueur served, but some drinks contain shots. A must see if your visiting the mouse!

Ko
Review №18

I’ve been coming here at least once or twice a month for over a year now, and it remains my favorite spot for enjoying some great beer and fun arcade games. The place is always rotating beers frequently and getting new kegs in so there’s always something new on draft to try, and the games are all in very good condition and are maintained promptly whenever they need a tuneup. I will be ending my birthday here next week because honestly there’s just no place I’d rather be for great games and great beers!Side note: every Tuesday they have nerdy trivia that is fun to partake in. Highly recommend!

Si
Review №19

This place has my heart. if youre visiting from out of town and thinking of coming here, definitely make time to come back at least twice. for $5 you get free play arcade games for hours, and the staff here are such nice people. the huge selection of craft beer is amazing too. im from new jersey and we have a couple of spots similar to this but at those places you cant sit at the bar and play smash bros ultimate. being able to play smash while sitting at the bar was probably my favorite part, i really dont like to go out to bars to drink anymore but this place has a vibe that feels like being at home on the couch with your friends playing video games. its great

Gr
Review №20

Staff is incredibly friendly. If you’re a regular you’ll get to know them quickly! Something for everyone drink-wise as well. Lots of themed events. If you are a service/theme park industry employee or military, cover is discounted most weekdays.

As
Review №21

Simple fun. Pay a 5$ cover and enjoy limitless arcade game play. Open a tab at the bar and you can play console games. They don’t serve food, but you can order takeout from the Chinese place next door and have it delivered. Dark atmosphere, mixed crowd. Great place for a gamer.

Je
Review №22

Great staff, awesome retro games, great selection of all new and old console games and lets mention that beer game!!!! Craft beers galore!! Greatest time ever!

La
Review №23

This place was awesome. I highly recommend stopping by for a great beer selection and stellar service. There were video games from every year imaginable. I’ll definitely be going back!

An
Review №24

Playing classics like GoldenEye or hanging around the bar for a rousing match of Super Smash Bros on the big screen is forever a highlight of this establishment.

Lu
Review №25

My friends and I were not allowed in because some of us were not carrying our passports even though we were carrying our country’s valid ID which we never had a problem with anywhere else in Orlando.If you’re on vacation don’t even bother to go to this place, go to the billiards in the same plaza and the hookah bar where everyone is welcomed!

Ri
Review №26

Fantastic hangout spot, great games from the golden age of video gaming plus a slew of brand new systems and games too, good music, great beers and great service, love this place!

Ro
Review №27

This is absolutely amazing. A bar full of Arcade Games to play with just for a cover at the entrance! All the arcade games are free to play (so you have unlimited credits) and the console games are available to rent for a fee, added to the fact that it is a bar so you can also grab a beer or the drink you wish. A great place to also meet fellow retro gamers and have a blast. Could have spent a full day there to be honest but had to hold myself back so I could get some sleep for a day at Disney. Would love to have one close to home!

Jo
Review №28

Really cool place. Abundance of old school arcade games as well as all of the current consoles to play select multiplayer games. Staff in costume so that adds to the ambiance. Drinks are good, nice beer selection. No liquor though. Wish I had known that going in. $5 cover but you can pay with card, and that is basically what allows them to let you play all of the games for free. No quarters needed. Very crowded on a Saturday evening but there were some places to sit. 6 drinks came in at $34 which is pretty reasonable. I suggest one of their sake shots, theyre pretty creative. All in all our party of 8 people had a fun time. Also for the ladies, they may ask you to check your bag at the front desk.

me
Review №29

Great space, plenty of old school arcade games.Anyone under 21 yo $10/each, adults 5$/each.We were hoping to watch a football game while kids played but its not really that type of atmosphere ( no cable).The kids 6,7,8 had a great time. Totally worth a visit.

St
Review №30

Great place and staff however there is NOT a full bar and the food is from next door but it is good and tasty. No plates are provided

Ch
Review №31

Great place and great prices...

Da
Review №32

If you like video games and drinking you have to check this place out. You pay a $5 cover at the door and you get to play hundreds of arcade and console games. They have a large selection of craft beers and themed drinks. The staff is friendly and helpful. The decor? Outstanding. The music is great and at a good volume so you can actually hear the person next to you. I will be going back next time I am in the area.

Ch
Review №33

What a fun and unique place. I played arcade games and had a beer. What else can you ask for? Great place for your buds to all get together and have a nerd fest!

Ja
Review №34

The bar and staff are fun and friendly. Drink selection is very good! Game selection is good as well, unfortunately in recent visits some of the machines have fallen into disrepair. (Please fix the MvC2 machine!)

An
Review №35

Classic arcade games and great beer menu. staff was really friendly!

Al
Review №36

Most amazing place in all of Florida.

Na
Review №37

Fabulous beer selection. Highly recommend for craft beer lovers even if you do not like video game. Worth the $5 cover. Great service and very knowledgeable!

El
Review №38

Immediate sewer smell as soon as we walked in. Nothing else to say.

Le
Review №39

The lady at the front tried to tell me my ID was invalid and beat up when it was just from Arizona and has a pale color to it. She was incredibly rude and I Missed out on a friends birthday party and didn’t even get to experience the bar because she was so bad at her job. Clearly needs better training.

Il
Review №40

I love Player 1! Its a great place to hang out and you cant go wrong with the 5$ free play. They have an amazing selection of craft beers and they introduced me to great brands like Funky Buddha! The girls at the bar are incredible and they always take care of you. I always feel welcome here.

Mi
Review №41

5 dollar entry and unlimited gaming! It was dope; such a great place to be with friends. I wish we had more of that back home. Great place to visit in Orlando.

Sa
Review №42

Cool game bar, good selection of drinks and plenty of games obviously. Had a fun time, would go back for sure.

Ma
Review №43

I loved this place It had all of my arcade 80s old school video games and any game you want to play on the console all for a $5 cover charge. That is gamer heaven to me. Nice drinks too

Th
Review №44

This is for all you gamers out there this bar is amazing and offer a wide range of games and consoles to choose from. Its not pricey or low kept. They look like they try to keep it video game crazy in there and can get really packed at times. Only bad side to this bar is that its small and has limited space. Other than that I bet people would love to be here every night to chill out.

Al
Review №45

Tons of fun, cheap and full of great retro games. Definitely could use some more cupholders next to the arcade games though. Besides that, definitely recommended.

lu
Review №46

Definitely old school! They also have new consoles to play. Lots of fun to be had by all!

Jo
Review №47

Tara and this Bar are simply the BEST! The environment is chill and welcoming. I love coming to this place!!!

Ch
Review №48

Great place. Lots of parking. Friendly bar keep. Found Congo Bongo game from my youth. 5 bucks for play. Hit this place if you are anywhere near Orlando!

Vo
Review №49

Surprised to find this place! Only $5 to enter and play a bunch of coin machines. Its a great deal for that kind of establishment! Huge alcohol selection.

Jo
Review №50

Love player one. I go there on hospitality night so I can get cover for cheaper and all you have to do is open a tab to play the console games. I love their selection of cider and mead since Im not a beer guy. Great place and great atmosphere.

Ri
Review №51

If youre looking to get your 80s & 90s nostalgia gaming arcade fix, this is the place! Come here any night and theres something going on. All kinds of beers on tap, and even some unique ones in the fridge. Never fear, all fandoms welcome here!

Al
Review №52

Great place. Staff is very quick on delivering drinks. Met up with some school buddies for a graduation party. Great experience.

Na
Review №53

Really fun video game bar in Orlando close to the convention area. So many relics and great games. I was playing guitar hero with my friend drinking a local craft IPA and just having an awesome time. Some critic about the place is the machines are not all well kept up and some of the buttons do not work. The staff is kind and there are plenty of games to play - worth the visit!

Ma
Review №54

Its an awesome videogames bar.You just pay 5usd for the entrance and you can use all the arcades unlimitedly (only few new consoles are paid extra).The drinks are good and relatively cheap ( good artesanal draft beer for 5 to 9 usd).The atmosphere is also incredible. I went on a Tuesday and it was full of people, some of them playing other just drinking and speaking. There was also a trivia in the bar with a host which was really fun.I totally recommend this place if you are into the video game bars

Sp
Review №55

Fun little video game/arcade bar. A meager $5 cover will give unlimited playtime on the many arcade booths available, as well as a few console stations as well. Switch setups at the bar also feature Smash Ultimate with original GameCube controllers!

Ja
Review №56

There is no bar like this one.This is a little Orlando treasure for anyone who wants to enjoy a drink, make some friends, and escape the samey sports bar vibe. While I dont really appreciate the $5 entry fee it does make sense to keep the place running and it may as well keep out some sorts.You dont have to be very into gaming to enjoy your time here, you just will.

Da
Review №57

Great, local arcade bar. This is a fun destination for locals and visitors to Orlando alike. Themed, reasonably priced drinks and many arcade games set on free to play mode, just pay the cover fee. I loved the pricing model

Sa
Review №58

Best arcade bar with craft brews! They have so many options you cannot go wrong with this place!

Ri
Review №59

$5 to play all the classic video games you want, craft beer, in a cool setting, and you can play new games. Great place but can get a little cramped

Ja
Review №60

If you love classic arcade games this is the place to go! Donkey Kong and TMNT are my favorite

St
Review №61

Great alot of games they allow too many people in at 1 time i feel like im walking over people

Ja
Review №62

This place is amazing! I cant recommend it enough.

Jo
Review №63

The hostess was nice. The games were many and fun. Bartenders could be more attentive. Great spot for drinks and games!

St
Review №64

Unique environment for a night out thats not a typical bar or club. $5 to get in and that includes all the freeplay arcade games you could dream of. Enormous craft beer selection as well as wine, cider, sake and sodas.

Sh
Review №65

Fun place to hang out. Good selection of bottles/drafts/specialty drinks. Great selection of games. Can get pretty crowded at peak times (Friday and Saturday after 9pm)

Ma
Review №66

If you love video games and a few drinks, then this is the place for you. Fantastic ambience, retro and modern video game consoles, tournaments and drinks!

Sy
Review №67

First time going last night and I loved it so much. $5 entrance fee and all the games are free; the employees are extremely courteous and informative. I loved it here because theres a good amount of games and the drinks are amazing! Only 21 and up after 6pm, i believe, so be mindful!

Mr
Review №68

Place is awesome. Fantastic atmosphere and tons of games to play.

Li
Review №69

Great place to go for cheap and fun. Five bucks to get in, play all the games you want, and a bar. Very fun and low key.

Va
Review №70

A fun place for gamers to meet and play arcade and console games together.

Ru
Review №71

Great drinks, nice staff, cool arcades... miss the Xbox 360 and PS3 though

Kr
Review №72

Great idea for a bar- but I wouldve enjoyed a non-craft beer. And some of the games were broken.Still had a great time though!

Ro
Review №73

Super cool, lot of awesome games and its fairly cheap to play so thats a plus

Br
Review №74

Very relaxed and chill bar, great atmosphere. Cover charge is cheap, and drink prices are very fair.Only issue is that some of the arcade cabinets and controllers are busted, to the point that the cabinet is frozen or the controllers dont work at all.Overall, the experience was great. Will return again.

Br
Review №75

Nice idea. Drinks were very interesting. Not in the best shape

A
Review №76

This place is awesome ! You play and drink with your friends if you are not a hermit video game player I guess.

Ma
Review №77

Great bar for a fun night out with friends. Games systems go fast though. So you have to get in early to get the good stuff. Also be careful not to put it hand or butt in a spill. Good atmosphere to just hang out, play games and be with friends.

JI
Review №78

All the old games from back in the day,you have to go try this place, I love it

Sa
Review №79

Games were fun, very relaxed atmosphere and lots of craft beers on tap!

Jo
Review №80

I think that the bar is great and the video games are super awsome the place is absolutely fantastic i loved it and had a great time but if i could make one suggestion its that they dont have any racing games i would love to play some racing games there and it would literally have it all

Wh
Review №81

Pretty fun place. Highly recommended.

Er
Review №82

Super friendly staff! The variety of games and drinks is awesome! Never got bored while I was there

La
Review №83

Pretty cool concept. 5 bucks to get in unlimited old school video games plus can rent consoles for 5 bucks an hour. And a great beer selection with decent prices.

Jo
Review №84

Really cool concept. I love it here

He
Review №85

Ladies & Gentlemen:The website doesnt list it but this place has a KILLER INSTINCT (the first one!) Arcade cabinet!Ultraaaaaaa Combooooo!!!Controls are good on P1, P2 is a little wonky on the bottom 3/8 (Fulgore can barely connect, good luck with Jago...), difficulty isnt too hard. I wish it was louder but at least this machine is here. Incredible, just incredible.Its only $5 to play the arcade games FREE, all day. Totally worth it. No Street Fighter II, though the site listed a SF IV (didnt see that, either, but who cares when theres a KI in the house???).Oh, and theres a full bar with loud music.So, back to Killer Instinct...

We
Review №86

Really great spot for a first date or just chilling with you nerdy friends. Cheap cover, great choice if arcade games (all coin operated games are included in the cover). Can rent PS4s, pS3s, Xbox Ones, X360s with an open tab. Kinda small but adds to the friendliness, I suppose. IDs checked by Master Chief. I was sold.

Cl
Review №87

Cheap brews, great unlimited games, amazing staff! we loved it

Th
Review №88

So I wanted to take my wife out for a minute and show her what a real arcade was like. Heres what followed.Your front desk was a joke. The boy playing bouncer was a rude individual. The gentleman with the black and white American flag hat. Completely rude individual from someone that is very new to the place.After a ten spot cover charge we were greeted to cabinets that were either sticky or unplayable. Your entire drink selection is over priced. Its just such a cluster to even get a beverage, why bother.I would write more but I just cant muster the strength to tell you I will never visit your establishment again.

Ri
Review №89

This place is so great. My son suggested it on our vacation and it was all that. I had so much fun. Great place to hang out and play games for a few hours. Will visit again in the future.

Cr
Review №90

It was a nice place, bar tender and door lady was friendly.

Th
Review №91

It was good to hang out, drink and play games. But the level of Dude Bro activity ruins the place for me.

Ja
Review №92

The environment was cool and for the gamer at heart.My only issue was with the girl at the front door. She asked for our IDs. Before she even looked at our IDs we got the You do understand that this is 21 and up? Response after we already had our IDs out. Maam, we are both grown. Read the IDs first...rude.

Dr
Review №93

Not a beer/liquor drinker so usually just come here with friends for the games. Solid enough selection but a lot of the games require some maintenance, especially the fighting games. Staff is great though.

Ry
Review №94

Very fun and affordable. Great games. Though sometimes there is a bit of latency on the console games. Overall great time though

Jo
Review №95

This is the spot for every weeb to go 2 in Orlando love the staff, the atmosphere and the people.

Fo
Review №96

Always amazing. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Always good gaming options.

Sh
Review №97

Just what I needed, Donkey Kong and beer. Amazing selection of beer. Wife got shrimp fried rice that was delicious. Fantastic bar, consider us fans.

Ge
Review №98

Amazing beer menu, great selection on tap,and all your favorite games on every console or cabinet you can think of. Can get crowded quickly - check their calendar to see if there is a big event to miss the crowds.

Da
Review №99

Was asked for ID upon entry whist not clarifying if we was even going to be drinking.... wasn’t aware we needed to be over 21 to play video games.(This wasn’t a night club) UK drivers licence not accepted as valid ID even though it’s a government issued document. Staff couldn’t clarify why the rules on ID were in force and even admitted it was discrimination. We were told we needed a passport alongside the licence although the staff admitted they wouldn’t know a Bulgarian passport from a UK one....... very rude front desk and lack of knowledge around processes and rules will only lead to further poor reviews and the staff seem very ignorant.

Al
Review №100

Kindly staff, good drinks and very funny games !

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  • Address:8562 Palm Pkwy, Orlando, FL 32836, United States
  • Site:http://player1orlando.com/
  • Phone:+1 407-504-7521
Categories
  • Video arcade
  • Bar
Working hours
  • Monday:4pm–2am
  • Tuesday:4pm–2am
  • Wednesday:4pm–2am
  • Thursday:4pm–2am
  • Friday:4pm–2am
  • Saturday:4pm–2am
  • Sunday:4pm–2am
Service options
  • Takeaway:No
  • Dine-in:No
Highlights
  • Bar games:Yes
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great beer selection:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Happy-hour drinks:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Amenities
  • Toilets:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
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