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Up-Down KC
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Funky bar featuring 50+ arcade games from the 1980s & ’90s, plus cocktails & lots of draft beer.
Nearby attractions
Blue Gallery
118 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
Cellar 222
222 W 20th St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Leedy-Voulkos Art Center
2012 Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108
Cezanne
2016 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Flock Salon and Gallery
2009 Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108
Cerbera Gallery
2011 Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108
Sherry Leedy Contemporary Art
2004 Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
1601 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
UNION
1721 Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108
Science City
Union Station, 30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108
Nearby restaurants
Extra Virgin
1900 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Mildred's Food + Drink
1901 Wyandotte St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Manny's Mexican Restaurant
207 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
Farina
1901 Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108
Town Topic Hamburgers Baltimore
1900 W Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108
Affäre
1911 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Jack Stack Barbecue - Freight House
101 W 22nd St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Baramee Thai Bistro
1810 Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108
Buffalo State Pizza Co. & Bar
1815 Wyandotte St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Lidia’s
101 W 22nd St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Nearby hotels
Home2 Suites Kansas City Downtown
2001 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Crossroads Hotel
2101 Central St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Hotel No Vacancy®
1717 Wyandotte St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Hotel Indigo Kansas City – the Crossroads by IHG
2020 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
Hampton Inn & Suites Kansas City Downtown Crossroads
1571 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Courtyard by Marriott Kansas City Downtown/Convention Center
1535 Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108
1812 Overture Bed and Breakfast
1812 Washington St, Kansas City, MO 64108, United States
Residence Inn by Marriott Kansas City Downtown/Convention Center
1535 Baltimore Ave, Kansas City, MO 64108
Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center
2345 McGee St, Kansas City, MO 64108
The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center
1 E Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108
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Up-Down KC

101 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
4.6(1.9K)
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Funky bar featuring 50+ arcade games from the 1980s & ’90s, plus cocktails & lots of draft beer.

attractions: Blue Gallery, Cellar 222, Leedy-Voulkos Art Center, Cezanne, Flock Salon and Gallery, Cerbera Gallery, Sherry Leedy Contemporary Art, Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, UNION, Science City, restaurants: Extra Virgin, Mildred's Food + Drink, Manny's Mexican Restaurant, Farina, Town Topic Hamburgers Baltimore, Affäre, Jack Stack Barbecue - Freight House, Baramee Thai Bistro, Buffalo State Pizza Co. & Bar, Lidia’s
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(816) 982-9455
Website
updownarcadebar.com

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Nearby attractions of Up-Down KC

Blue Gallery

Cellar 222

Leedy-Voulkos Art Center

Cezanne

Flock Salon and Gallery

Cerbera Gallery

Sherry Leedy Contemporary Art

Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts

UNION

Science City

Blue Gallery

Blue Gallery

4.8

(22)

Open 24 hours
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Cellar 222

Cellar 222

4.7

(143)

Open 24 hours
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Leedy-Voulkos Art Center

Leedy-Voulkos Art Center

4.7

(63)

Open 24 hours
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Cezanne

Cezanne

4.6

(95)

Open 24 hours
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Things to do nearby

Make jewelry and taste local wine
Make jewelry and taste local wine
Sat, Dec 13 • 5:00 PM
Kansas City, Missouri, 64108
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Candlelight: Christmas Special Featuring “The Nutcracker” & More
Candlelight: Christmas Special Featuring “The Nutcracker” & More
Fri, Dec 12 • 6:30 PM
707 West 47th Street, Kansas City, 64112
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Play disc golf in Kansas City with a local guide
Play disc golf in Kansas City with a local guide
Thu, Dec 11 • 7:30 AM
Kansas City, Kansas, 66103
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Nearby restaurants of Up-Down KC

Extra Virgin

Mildred's Food + Drink

Manny's Mexican Restaurant

Farina

Town Topic Hamburgers Baltimore

Affäre

Jack Stack Barbecue - Freight House

Baramee Thai Bistro

Buffalo State Pizza Co. & Bar

Lidia’s

Extra Virgin

Extra Virgin

4.6

(675)

$$

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Mildred's Food + Drink

Mildred's Food + Drink

4.7

(758)

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Manny's Mexican Restaurant

Manny's Mexican Restaurant

4.3

(1.7K)

$

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Farina

Farina

4.7

(465)

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Reviews of Up-Down KC

4.6
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5.0
1y

I genuinely love this place!!

The people are amazing, the atmosphere is amazing, the food is amazing, the games are amazing, everything at Up-Down KC is just amazing!! It's literally the only place I'll go when it comes to bars/clubs, and I don't even drink alcohol.

The ONLY thing this wonderful establishment is missing are Chess tables, and Chess tournaments!!

I can't begin to tell you how much I, and so many others love the game of Chess. One thing that I've noticed over the years is the growth of Chess players Nationwide / Worldwide.

I can definitely see the addition of Chess being a win for everyone.

If you've never been to Up-Down KC, then stop everything you're doing right now and go; just GO!!!

P.S. Each game only cost ONE token!! They also have FREE life-size Jenga, and Connect Four on their beautiful outside patio for all to enjoy!! Plus, they have a Nintendo 64 hooked up to a big screen projector, and YES, the Nintendo 64 is FREE PLAY with plenty of classics to choose from!!!

Not to mention, FREE (ALL YOU CAN DRINK) ICE COLD WATER for...

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5.0
1y

Looking to level up your nightlife? Look no further than Updown Bar – where retro vibes, classic video games, and a killer bar come together for an unforgettable experience!

From the moment you step in, you're transported to a nostalgic wonderland of old-school video games and lively energy. The atmosphere is electric, with the sounds of Pac-Man and Street Fighter adding to the excitement.

But it's not just about the games; it's about the awesome staff who elevate the experience to the next level. The crew at Updown Bar isn't just pouring drinks; they're crafting memories. Their friendly demeanor and expert recommendations make every visit a blast.

And let's talk about the bar – it's fully stocked with all your favorite drinks and then some. Whether you're into craft cocktails, local brews, or just want to sip on something classic, they've got you covered.

So, if you're craving a night out that's equal parts fun and nostalgia, make your way to Updown Bar. It's not just a bar; it's an adventure waiting to happen. Cheers to good times and high...

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5.0
2y

I've driven by here and heard plenty about it, but I never visited on my own until this last weekend. I don't know what I was expecting, but 100% took the arcade of days past and added alcohol and decent pizza to allow us to continue to pursue the high score on DigDug or prove exactly how honed your skeeball skills are!

Truly just adultified a favorite childhood pastime, and I'm here for it! This place does serve pizza, but it's not going to win any gourmet awards. That is just fine though, as it's purpise is to absorb the alcohol so you can keep playing! With their daily token deals, you'll need that pizza so you can continue to play on that $10 you put in the token machine like an amateur thinking you'd have a good 15 minutes before it ran out. 2 hours later, you'll be gloating to all the passerbys below how you beat AHW's top score on Super Mario Brothers...and you would have been number one of that button hadn't...

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Tina SparksTina Sparks
I've driven by here and heard plenty about it, but I never visited on my own until this last weekend. I don't know what I was expecting, but 100% took the arcade of days past and added alcohol and decent pizza to allow us to continue to pursue the high score on DigDug or prove exactly how honed your skeeball skills are! Truly just adultified a favorite childhood pastime, and I'm here for it! This place does serve pizza, but it's not going to win any gourmet awards. That is just fine though, as it's purpise is to absorb the alcohol so you can keep playing! With their daily token deals, you'll need that pizza so you can continue to play on that $10 you put in the token machine like an amateur thinking you'd have a good 15 minutes before it ran out. 2 hours later, you'll be gloating to all the passerbys below how you beat AHW's top score on Super Mario Brothers...and you would have been number one of that button hadn't gotten stuck...
Abigail LeeAbigail Lee
What a fun place!!! Whether you were raided in the 80's or not, this place is great! We have gone to the Up Down in Des Moines and loved it. Same owners, but the vibe is a little different. Bartender was super helpful and friendly. He said they now will have 6 places. They have one in Nashville and are even opening up one in Birmingham. We ordered pizza from a different counter and the service was good. Make sure you go around everywhere as there are games hidden around every corner and level. We parked down the street at a meter. Looks like there is outdoor seating so when the weather is nice you can sit on the patio. Lots of drink choices and games to play: skeeball, pinball, vintage games, etc. Love it!!
lupe lopezlupe lopez
A great date night spot! The games were a lot of fun and the bartenders were friendly and attentive. It was a Sunday night qe went and wasn't too busy. They had ran out of some of their specialty drinks but the bartender still made delicious drinks. BRING CASH and ID. You cannot enter without your ID- they will scan it at the door. The games work with tokens and the token machine only takes cash. The machines were a lot of fun, there was pacman, the Simpsons, pinball machines, and many others. There were a few games that didn't work but had plenty of other options. We did have an issue with some of the machines and the manager gave us extra tokens for the issue!
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I've driven by here and heard plenty about it, but I never visited on my own until this last weekend. I don't know what I was expecting, but 100% took the arcade of days past and added alcohol and decent pizza to allow us to continue to pursue the high score on DigDug or prove exactly how honed your skeeball skills are! Truly just adultified a favorite childhood pastime, and I'm here for it! This place does serve pizza, but it's not going to win any gourmet awards. That is just fine though, as it's purpise is to absorb the alcohol so you can keep playing! With their daily token deals, you'll need that pizza so you can continue to play on that $10 you put in the token machine like an amateur thinking you'd have a good 15 minutes before it ran out. 2 hours later, you'll be gloating to all the passerbys below how you beat AHW's top score on Super Mario Brothers...and you would have been number one of that button hadn't gotten stuck...
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What a fun place!!! Whether you were raided in the 80's or not, this place is great! We have gone to the Up Down in Des Moines and loved it. Same owners, but the vibe is a little different. Bartender was super helpful and friendly. He said they now will have 6 places. They have one in Nashville and are even opening up one in Birmingham. We ordered pizza from a different counter and the service was good. Make sure you go around everywhere as there are games hidden around every corner and level. We parked down the street at a meter. Looks like there is outdoor seating so when the weather is nice you can sit on the patio. Lots of drink choices and games to play: skeeball, pinball, vintage games, etc. Love it!!
Abigail Lee

Abigail Lee

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A great date night spot! The games were a lot of fun and the bartenders were friendly and attentive. It was a Sunday night qe went and wasn't too busy. They had ran out of some of their specialty drinks but the bartender still made delicious drinks. BRING CASH and ID. You cannot enter without your ID- they will scan it at the door. The games work with tokens and the token machine only takes cash. The machines were a lot of fun, there was pacman, the Simpsons, pinball machines, and many others. There were a few games that didn't work but had plenty of other options. We did have an issue with some of the machines and the manager gave us extra tokens for the issue!
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