Dave & Buster's Capitol Heights — Restaurant in Forestville

My grandkids had a ball and the adults alike!

Step right up to Dave & Buster's, where the energy buzzes and laughter echoes – it's not just an arcade, it's an experience! Forget the humdrum; this is where family fun gets a turbocharge. Imagine the kids' faces lighting up as they dive into a dazzling sea of games, from adrenaline-pumping racers to skill-testing challenges, each promising the thrill of victory and the coveted tickets for cool prizes.

Meanwhile, the grown-ups can escape to a vibrant sports oasis, surrounded by massive screens broadcasting every nail-biting moment, with a cold drink in hand and the satisfying aroma of game-day snacks in the air. But the real magic? It's the moments when everyone connects over a hilarious round of air hockey or a cooperative shooting game, turning ordinary time into treasured family memories.

Dave & Buster's isn't just throwing a few games together; it's a carefully curated playground of entertainment for every age and interest. Kids can lose themselves in a world of flashing lights and interactive adventures, while adults can rediscover their competitive spirit or simply unwind in a lively atmosphere. What truly shines is its ability to bridge the generational gap. Picture grandparents and grandkids teaming up to conquer a virtual world – that's the unique charm Dave & Buster's offers. And when hunger strikes, the diverse menu ensures even the pickiest eaters find something delicious, transforming it into a full-fledged entertainment destination.

How long will the good times roll? That's entirely up to you! Whether you've got a quick couple of hours to burn or a whole afternoon to dedicate to fun, Dave & Buster's adapts to your pace. The sheer variety of games and activities means boredom simply isn't an option. You can easily hop from a high-energy dance-off to a strategic round of skeeball, keeping the excitement levels high and making every visit feel fresh and new. It's the kind of place where "just one more game" easily turns into an hour of shared joy.

Let's talk dollars and sense. A trip to Dave & Buster's is an investment in fun, and like any good adventure, the cost can be tailored to your budget. You control the game play with rechargeable cards, and the dining options range from tasty appetizers to satisfying meals. Think of it as combining dinner and a movie, but instead of passively watching, you're actively engaging and creating memories. Keep an eye out for special deals and promotions to maximize your fun without breaking the bank.

Want to unlock the ultimate Dave & Buster's experience? Aim for those sweet spots – weekday afternoons and early evenings are your golden tickets to fewer crowds and more open machines. You'll have more room to maneuver, shorter wait times, and a more relaxed vibe overall. Avoiding peak weekend hours means more playtime and less frustration, letting you focus on what truly matters: the laughter and connection with your family.

Let’s sum the experience up: Dave & Buster's is a vibrant hub of interactive entertainment that captivates all ages, offering a dynamic blend of arcade thrills, a lively sports bar atmosphere, and delicious dining. The fun is as long as you want it to be, with customizable spending options. For the best experience, plan your visit during off-peak weekday hours to fully immerse yourselves in the excitement and create lasting family memories. Hope you have a safe and...

If I could give zero stars I would. I will never, everrrrrrrrrrrr come back to this place to dine in again. The games are okay, but the restaurant section and the staff of this particular location are horrid. It’s the closest Dave and Busters to where I live, yet I will happily take a 40-50 min. drive to the VA location before I ever come back here again.

Our dining experience was the worst. We were set at a table in the corner that was seemingly assigned to nobody. The table had 2 chairs so the hostess had to go find an extra one because there was 3 in our party. This table: a.)was not cleaned b.) had several plates and menus on it as if it was just the extra table in the corner that held extra supplies and c.) had no silverware at any point during our meal.(The ten plates and menus on the table were not removed by the way, I had to get up and sit them somewhere else to make room for us to eat.) After 20 mins. of sitting at this reject table with no eye contact from any server at all, I went to the hostess station to speak to one of them about it and I was completely ignored, it was as if I were invisible! After 5 mins. of patiently waiting to be acknowledged I requested a manager. He came out and was nice, but nothing changed besides the fact that he found us a waiter. He also asked the busboy to clean our table (he cleaned the wrong table by the way and never actually cleaned ours). We started to just leave before ordering anything but we still had game points and my 4 year old would have been disappointed to leave early and we were hungry.

The food was nothing to talk about, but I already knew not to expect anything much just based on how things were already flowing. The waiter served my 4 y/o bitter, sour lemonade even though we requested fruit punch (my poor baby had to drink this the entire time) and believe it or not, my boyfriend had a white bread-bag clip in his steak and cheese slider, he had to get up and request a manager because our waiter disappeared after he served us the food. This time another manager came, he pretended to care about the item being in my boyfriends food but when he brought him back a “new plate of food”, it was cold. He probably just removed the clip from the slider and brought him back the same food, I would not be surprised.

I lost my appetite and couldn’t finish my food I was just ready to pay and use the rest of my game points and leave but we could not find our waiter even after requesting him from the second manager. When he finally came back we paid the bill immediately, and left NO TIP for the first time ever.

To summarize: most of the staff are either incompetent or just ghetto and lazy... maybe a mixture of all three. DO...

This was a very nice location, super big but the customer service was horrible!!! I mean horrible. My friends and I went midday Friday and we approached the dining area there were about 4 empty booths they were just dirty. We asked could one be cleaned off they said sure took about 20 minuets to find someone to do so. When we were finally seated we had no waiter because they were switching shifts and everyone that we asked said I’ll find you someone else cause they didn’t want to help so it took about 25 minuets to actually get a waiter. During our meal we we needed service our waiter was tucked away in a corner with several other waiters chatting. We flagged another waitress and she told us she’s off the clock but she’ll get someone else. She did not she just went in the kitchen so we flagged down another waitress we asked could she find our waiter she said sure, never doing so. Our waiter eventually came walking bye about 15 minuets later we stopped him and asked our questions. At the end of our meal we flagged down a manager who had been walking back and forth and informed him of our service and he had a nonchalant attitude. When we’re describing our horrible service and his reply was “so what exactly happen though “ and we were literally telling him. He did apologize and we informed him that we were just telling him so he can help better the communication with his staff and better their service as providers. We later went to cash out our tickets and we asked the 2 male employees that were standing behind the countert talking, how does it work he put his hand out for our cards and he just quoted a amount. Came back to to him with items he continued his conversation with the other male as he was scanning our items and just handed a receipt but didn’t bad the items. He said they don’t keep bags at the register which didn’t make since. But he did not smile he looked very annoyed with me interrupting his conversation and then rudely continued to talk as I was standing there. So after this experience my friends and I will never go back to...