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Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade and Bar

Classic arcade with video games and pinball machines in a futuristic setting featuring tournaments and selling beer, cocktails, mocktails, and lite fare.

Address: 115 NW 5th Ave
Hours: Noon-midnight. 21+ with valid ID after 5PM. Exit-only after 11PM.
Website: groundkontrol.com (opens in a new tab)

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