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Chinatown Fair Family Fun Center

📍 Manhattan, NY

★4.2(913 Google reviews)💰$43.75👶All ages

Historic Chinatown arcade featuring classic games like DDR, racing simulators, and the famous tic-tac-toe chickens. Great for older kids and teens who love retro gaming.

✓ Great arcade games✓ Friendly staff✓ Short play time✓ Fun for groups

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for older kids and teens who appreciate classic arcade games like DDR, Mario Kart, and pinball machines. Perfect for birthday parties or special occasions, but budget carefully as costs add up quickly. The experience is more about nostalgia and social fun than extended play time.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Load game cards at self-service kiosks using cash or credit card
⏰Budget significantly more than expected - $50 may only last 30 minutes
🎟️Popular games include Dance Dance Revolution, Mario Kart, and House of the Dead
🚗Staff can help with prizes and game issues when available

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.2
★★★★★

913 Google reviews

G Reviews from Google

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Michelle Guo

10 months ago

★★★★★

“I had an awesome birthday experience here with my group of girl friends this weekend! We loved the Pump It Up Machine/DDR and House of the Dead games especially. I also got the cutest prize and Jesse was awesome. Highly recommend!”

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Aaron

8 months ago

★★★★★

“Amazing spot with lots of options. Great racing gam and Swedish fish for prize!”

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Isabella

10 months ago

★★★★★

“This place is such a fun arcade! 🕹️ Chinatown Fair Family Fun Center is the perfect spot to enjoy a mix of classic and modern games 🎮 like Mario Kart 🏎️, pinball ⚪, shooters, Dance Dance Revolution 🪩, Air Hockey 🏒, and plenty more. You can easily grab a game card 🎴 and load credits at the self-service kiosk 📲 using either cash 💵 or card 💳. The staff are super friendly and always willing to help. I always have a great time here-definitely wish I visited more often!”

💬 What parents mention

Variety of classic arcade gamesFriendly helpful staffGreat for birthday parties

Overview

This legendary arcade features classic games including Dance Dance Revolution, Mario Kart racing simulators, House of the Dead, pinball machines, and the world-famous tic-tac-toe playing chickens. The venue offers birthday party packages with game cards and prize redemption, plus private party options for groups seeking an authentic old-school gaming experience.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday11:00-00:00
Tuesday11:00-00:00
Wednesday11:00-00:00
Thursday11:00-00:00
Friday11:00-02:00
Saturday11:00-02:00
Sunday11:00-00:00

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