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Dave & Buster's San Diego

📍 Mission Valley, CA

4.2(7,897 Google reviews)

Dave & Buster's San Diego packs a full arcade floor with redemption games, simulators, and skill machines alongside a full restaurant and bar. Power Card system lets kids play independently for hours without cash handling.

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★★★★★Featured review by Andre Silva

Had a blast with my family. Bought the unlimited card for my grandson . He played for 4 hours and just left super happy.

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with kids aged 5 and up who can navigate arcade games independently. Younger toddlers will find less to engage with on the main floor. The unlimited Power Card option suits high-energy kids who want to play for several hours straight. The bar and dining area means adults have their own space to settle in.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

💡Load more credits onto a single Power Card to unlock better per-game value
Weekday visits typically have discounted game pricing and shorter waits on popular machines
🎟️Check the redemption counter stock before kids start accumulating tickets—prize levels vary
🚗Party packages include reserved seating and Power Card credits bundled together

💬 What Families Are Saying

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4.2

7,897 Google reviews

Kids loved the arcade50%
Good for parties25%
Solid food and service25%
A

Andre Silva

Had a blast with my family. Bought the unlimited card for my grandson . He played for 4 hours and just left super happy.

V

Victor Saint

Great place to host parties

A

Adrian Carriedo

Cool dave and busters really nice and fast service beer was good wings were okay games were on discount pretty good visit not a bad alternative to our frequent spot in Ontario

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Overview

Dave & Buster's Mission Valley delivers one of the largest arcade floors in San Diego, loaded with redemption games, racing simulators, and ticket-earning machines. The Power Card system loads credits onto a reusable card, letting kids roam and play independently. The restaurant side serves burgers, wings, and shareable plates. Frequent game discounts—especially on weekdays—make extended visits more accessible.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday10:00 – 00:00
Tuesday11:00 – 00:00
Wednesday11:00 – 00:00
Thursday11:00 – 01:00
Friday11:00 – 01:00
Saturday11:00 – 02:00
Sunday10:00 – 01:00

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