The Baxter Arcade

Chapel Hill • Downtown

108 N Graham St, Chapel Hill, NC 27510

Arcade Barcade

Video Game Arcade Retro Gaming Trivia Nights

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Contact

(919) 869-7486

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About The Baxter Arcade

The Baxter Arcade is a retro barcade just off Franklin Street, blending a full bar with more than thirty vintage arcade and pinball machines. The space is roomy but energetic, decorated in nerd-chic style with pop culture art and classic game cabinets lining the walls. Visitors praise the friendly staff, family hours, and strong craft beer selection, plus regular events like trivia. With no kitchen but excellent food options steps away, it's a go-to hangout for UNC students, locals, and visiting gamers.

Best For

Retro video game fans and pinball lovers who want a lively bar atmosphere packed with over 30 classic and modern arcade cabinets.

Groups of friends, students, and families during kid-friendly hours looking for an affordable night of drinks, trivia, and classic gaming.

Space & Atmosphere

Play Space

Available

Atmosphere

Family Friendly High Energy Busy Weekends Late Night Hours Newcomer Friendly Inclusive Good Drinks Helpful Staff Specialty Selection Trivia Nights

Food & Drink

Full bar with rotating craft beers; no kitchen, but surrounded by nearby food spots like Al's Burger Shack and other Franklin Street restaurants.

Accessibility

Ground-level entrance from the sidewalk with nearby parking and listings noting wheelchair accessibility; specific restroom details not advertised.

Informal observations only—not professional assessments

What They Offer

Video Games

Modern video games and accessories

Retro Games

Classic and vintage video games

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