Games

How do the games work?

All the machines operate on our custom tokens. Each token is $0.50 and our games take anywhere from one to three tokens, most requiring two to play.

How do I aquire tokens?

Tokens are available at the bar, the token desk and the token machine at the back of the pinball room. We suggest a 10 token cup for $5 as a good place to start. We accept all major payment methods.

If I don’t use my tokens, can I return them?

Sorry but token sales are final. You are free to use your tokens on a future visit, or at our other location, Quazar’s Arcade.

Are any of the pinball machines for two players?

Every pinball machine made after 1980 is up to 4 players. To start a multiplayer game, add enough tokens so there is a credit for each player and press the start button once for each player. You will notice a ’00’ score for each player added. Now take turns playing. Watch out for extra balls that might be awarded!

Do your pinball machines break down often?

Everyday. It’s not easy keeping 40 machines running seven days a week, especially given that many of them are over 30 years old. Hats off to our talented team of technicians that keep them clean and operational for everyone’s enjoyment. Feel free to buy them a beer.

Is it true that I should bump a pinball machine?

Contrary to what the Fonz taught an entire generation, pinball machines do not respond well to being severely jostled. A bit of nudging is okay, but best left to the more experienced players. As a general rule, if you are tilting out, you are being to hard on the machine. If you move a pinball machine across the floor, you will be asked to leave.

How do I stop the ball from going straight down the middle?

Spend all your free time and money playing pinball. Dedicate your life to the craft. Become one with the machine. Achieve enlightenment and find happiness. Then don’t put the ball in a place where it is going to go straight down the middle.

Can I submit my high score?

Absolutely! We have house leaderboards above all the machines. The instructions for submitting a score are on each machine. Just snap a photo of the score and scan the QR code to submit it.

Is there a pinball league?

Yup! Wednesday night are league nights. We are an IFPA registered location so you can play for points, Show up by 6:45 to sign in. League runs from 7-10pm. More details can be found on the ‘Upcoming Events’ page

Do you have any Stern Insider Connected machines?

Yes! We currently have seven connected machines and a dedicated house leaderboard for the Stern Machines.

Do you buy pinball machines?

We do. Feel free to send an email with some details and we can talk about it.

Do you sell pinball machines?

Sometimes. Feel free to send an email about what you are looking for.

Food & Drink

Do you have vegan pizza?

Yes, our regular pizza dough is vegan already, and we can substitute a coconut based vegan cheese onto our pizzas. The white sauce base pizzas must be subbed for a red sauce base to be vegan. 

Do you have a gluten free pizza crust?

Yes, we make our own gluten free pizza dough in house. It contains a small amount of whey and so it is not dairy free. Our white sauce base contains flour so they must be subbed for a red sauce base to be gluten free. We do our absolute best to limit cross contamination, however there are lots of flour products in our facility and we do recognize that some allergies are more severe than others. We only have one oven, so the pizzas are cooked in the same oven with the same air circulation. If you have specific questions about the ingredients and processes please email us directly and we will reach out to you. 

General

How does the pizzeria work?

Pinhalla is a counter service restaurant. We ask that you order your food and drink at the bar and we will give you a flag to bring to your table. When your food or drinks are ready, we will bring them to you. All food and drink orders are paid for at the time of ordering.

Are minors allowed?

Minors are welcome while accompanied by an adult. We have a liquor primary license, which means that minors must be directly supervised by a legal aged guardian at all times – as well as we are not allowed to have any minors in the building after 9:00pm. 

Can I have my beverage in the pinball room?

Yes! Because of our license you can walk around with your drinks, including into the pinball room. We have cup holders conveniently attached to all machines so there is no risk of spilling on our very beautiful and expensive pinball tables. 

Do you have any events or entertainment?

Please check out our upcoming events page, we have a pinball league, video game events, trivia, and live DJs!

Do you take reservations?

Yes! You can book a table online for up to 20 people. Head over to our ‘Reservations‘ page and pick a time.

Can I rent out the entire venue?

We do offer the space for private bookings. Head over the the ‘Rentals’ for more info.

What is your capacity?

Pinhalla has a capacity of 110 people.

House Rules