I enjoyed hanging out at up-down, although I didn't stay long. I thought there would be other food there besides pizza, so I left to go get food. But, it was nice to drink and play arcade games with my fiancé.
Yes yes yes
Came in to buy my son a drink for his birthday not planning to stay as he was on a date.First at the door I was carded which I don't mind, what I did mind was my license being scanned. This is the age of ID theft, just look at my ID. There's no need to scan my ID.The bartender barely spoke 2 words to me when taking my drink order, then just took my card without telling me how much I was being charged, swiped it and handed it back. Sure hope I don't see a massive charge.This was my first experience at Up Down and it is definitely my last.The sad thing is I love arcade games and had planned to come back, also as an active Uber driver, I will no longer recommend the place to my passengers.
Had a great time playing all of the old school games. They even had my favorite one from when I was a kid, Area 51/Maximum Force. Loved playing it. Plus they have a good selection of pinball and other games as well. It does get crowded, but when you have a good atmosphere like that, you expect it. The bartenders that I ordered from were very nice and got everyone's drinks taken care of quickly even though they were busy. I went for a bachelor party and they did not disappoint. I'll definitely go back.
Fun fun. Gets a little crowded when the Sun Goes Down. Then it is more about drinks then games. They have a very good pinball selection. The tables are all in good working condition but the lights on the upstairs tables are so low that it is hard for me to pick up the ball. There is zero overhead or radiant lighting from anywhere so a shiny ball coming out of a flashy light up background is super hard to pick up. But I am visually impaired but I've never noticed this sort of effect before just being blind in one eye. Anyway I think they could use a little light but good times. Would recommend
I spent my 21st birthday here and spent forever playing Beer Run. It was so much fun and the bartenders were so nice! Fun atmosphere and great memories. I got alcohol poisoning from drinking too much but I learned my lesson and will be back next time I’m in town. <3
One of my favorite places in KC! Lots of games, lots of beer and even though it can be crazy busy at night it has still provided me several hours of entertainment. (Also the pizza is fantastic!)
Fantastic. Interacted with a few different bar tenders on a very busy night and they were amazing. Offering suggestions for ciders and explaining things. Very cool, laid back and professional. Amazing joint!
I really enjoy Up-Down. The beer choices are varied and periodically change. The best though is the collection of pinball machines that you can play for a single token per game. My favorite tables are Stern Deadpool because it is so funny and easy to play and Stern KISS. "You Wanted the Best! You Got the Best! The Hottest Band in the World!" and an equally great machine.
Really fun arcade bar with lots of games and beer selection. Place was very busy when we went, but there was enough games that my friends and I still got to play everything we wanted. Would recommend this place if you are into retro games.