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There's A New Bar (Arcade) In Town

By Steve Adams on Mar. 18, 2022

Search our site – for “Annapolis bars” and you’re guaranteed to get tons of results. Try “Anne Arundel County arcades” and you’ll see those too. But one of the newest places to have fun in the area, GameOn Bar + arcade, is both. Located in a 110-plus-year-old brick beauty in downtown Annapolis, next to the Graduate Hotel, GameOn offers games, drinks, and eats – all in one awesome setting.


The coin-operated games run the gamut far from your average arcade, from action-oriented to vintage video and everything in between – including my favorite, Feed Bertha.

 

The food and beverage are equally diverse, with the menu at “Brix’s Food Truck” (named after owners Eli and Casey Linthicum’s son) offering “upscale comfort food,” from Frito pies to gourmet pop tarts, and the bar featuring beer and wine, alcohol-infused slushies, and shareable-sized cocktails.


And while there’s a large cobblestone patio out back that offers various events, such as outdoor movie nights, you’ll quickly miss looking at the awesome hand-painted wall art and participating in, or just watching, the non-stop action inside.

 

GameOn is located at 114 West Street and is open daily, with accompanied minors permitted until 8:00 PM.


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Arcade Bar Comes to Annapolis

By Steve Adams

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As most Bay Weekly readers know, there’s no shortage of places to wet your whistle in Bay Country—from dockside bars on the South River to sailor-friendly spots in Eastport and historic haunts in downtown Annapolis. There are also lots of locations where you can mix a few drinks with adult-friendly activities, from good old bowling alleys and pool halls to newer options such as escape rooms and businesses offering guided painting experiences along with a glass of wine. 


But one of the newest places for grownups to have fun in the area, GameOn Bar + arcade, aims to offer something truly unique: nostalgic arcade games, drinks, and eats in a setting that’s equally laid-back and exciting.


“We visited a small bar/arcade while on a trip to New York a few years ago and had a blast, so we decided that we wanted to bring that concept to Maryland but on a bigger scale,” says Casey Linthicum, who along with her husband, Eli, is not only opening GameOn in Annapolis but also in Baltimore.


The couple will bring their food and entertainment industry experience to the venture. Casey owned and operated a McDonald’s franchise before selling it in October 2021, and Eli is leaving his current role as general manager of Urban Axes, an axe-throwing bar in Baltimore, to open GameOn. And, as Casey emphasizes, this begins with a keen focus on, as the cliché goes, “location, location, location.”

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Casey Linthicum worked as a McDonald’s franchisee for about six years. But when her dad and business partner decided to retire, Linthicum started plotting her next move: GameOn Bar + arcade.


“I thought it would be really fun to do the [arcade bar] thing,” Linthicum said. “I really liked working at McDonald’s and everything, but I think this'll be a fun new adventure.”


She loved the idea of putting drinks and games together and decided to see it through. GameOn’s first location in Annapolis will officially open later this month. Not long after this news broke, Linthicum said she signed a lease for a second location in Baltimore. This was something the proud owner did not see coming.


“Everyone seems really excited,” Linthicum said. “We weren't planning on opening a second one so quickly, but somebody had a really cool space so it just kind of worked out.”

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The three-story Baltimore venue will be much larger than the Annapolis one. Both the first and second floor will have a bar and the third floor will be reserved for private events.

In addition, Linthicum said the big spot will feature an even bigger kitchen. To help meet this demand, Linthicum will continue working with her catering partners from all women-owned restaurants including Luna Blu, Caliente Grill, and Pit Boys. Linthicum also works with the woman-owned construction company called Integrity Construction. 


“I’m very excited,” Linthicum exclaimed. “I have a really good team already [and] some of my friends will be working with me over here, so I’m really pumped.”

As GameOn expands rapidly, Linthicum is also excited to share with Daily Voice that her husband Eli will be partnering with her in the future. The couple used to run the Coho Grill in Columbia, Maryland prior to Casey working with her dad at McDonald’s. Eli is currently the general manager of Urban Axes, an ax-throwing bar in Baltimore, but will join his wife in her venture.


Mayor Gavin Buckley will be at the ribbon-cutting for the Annapolis spot, which is scheduled for Friday, March 18 at 3 p.m. More details about the Baltimore location’s grand opening will be announced closer to April. You can stay up to date with GameOn by joining their email list or by following them on Instagram. 


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GameOn Bar+Arcade Opening This Month In Downtown Annapolis

An arcade bar will open this month in downtown Annapolis. Customers will play classic games while sipping craft brews at this new business.

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ANNAPOLIS, MD — An arcade bar will open this month in the state capital.


Customers will enjoy craft beers and signature cocktails while playing classic games like skeeball and Dance Dance Revolution. This retro atmosphere is highlighted by murals of video game characters like Mario, Donkey Kong and Pac-Man.


The downtown Annapolis business, called GameOn Bar+Arcade, will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 18 at 3 p.m.


The arcade has been in the works for months. The establishment launched its Facebook last September. The company started posting construction updates in December, and it joined the Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce last month.

Owner Casey Linthicum told the Baltimore Business Journal that she also plans to open a location in Federal Hill. A third site may follow soonafter in Frederick.


Linthicum used to own a McDonald's, but she sold her franchise in October 2021 to start GameOn. The entrepreneur got the idea after visiting a small arcade bar in New York, journalist Amanda Yeager said.


"I thought ... maybe I can do something like this, but on a bigger scale," Linthicum told the Baltimore Business Journal.


GameOn is located at 114 West Street, right next to the Graduate Annapolis hotel.


Patrons can email info@gameonbararcade.com, call (410) 885-4589 or visit gameonbararcade.com for more information. Residents can also follow the business on Facebook and Instagram.


To learn more about the grand opening, check out the full story on the Baltimore Business Journal.

GameOn Bar + Arcade will open its first combination arcade and bar March 18 at 114 W. St. in Annapolis. A second location is coming to Baltimore this spring.


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Arcade bar coming to Baltimore, Annapolis

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Retro games and "Cold Ass Beer" are coming to Baltimore and Annapolis this spring with the opening of two locations of a new arcade bar.


GameOn Bar + Arcade is getting ready to open next month in Maryland's capital city, and owner Casey Linthicum says a Federal Hill spot is next. A third location, in Frederick, could also be on the way.


Linthicum, a former McDonald's franchise owner, sold her fast-food restaurant in October to focus on launching GameOn, a concept inspired by a trip to a small arcade bar in New York.


"I thought ... maybe I can do something like this, but on a bigger scale," she said.

FAQ

  • General Disclaimers

    Game On Bar+arcade does not accept responsibility for the loss or damage of any personal property. Disorderly conduct, disrespect of our games or tap wall, or offensive or aggressive behavior toward Game On Bar+arcade staff or guests are strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated. Any guest displaying disorderly conduct will be removed from Game On Bar+Arcade and will not be permitted to re-enter for the remainder of the evening. Depending on the severity of the conduct, it may result in a permanent ban from Game On Bar+arcade at the discretion of Game On management.

  • Can you tell me more about Game On Bar+arcade?

    We are a bar+arcade that welcomes newcomers, or if you’re just passing through, we’ll make you feel right at home. We have ice cold beer, wine, and your favorite cocktails ready to serve you. If you’re looking for a lively, laid-back and welcoming bar+arcade, this is the spot for you!

  • Do you have outdoor seating?

    Yes! Customers can take their drinks outside to enjoy them. We have an awesome patio area with outdoor games including giant Jenga, cornhole, Connect Four, and foosball. Our view is breathtaking and goes great with any of our cocktails! Perfect for a cool night with a few chilled drinks or a lazy afternoon on a sweltering day! Come check it out for yourself!

  • What is the best way to contact Game On Bar+arcade?

    We can be contacted by phone, email, or you can leave us a message through our website! You can call us at 410-885-4589, email at Info@GameOnbararcade.com, or leave us a message by clicking on the “Contact Us” tab on our website.

  • Where are you located?

    Game On Bar+arcade has an Annapolis venue, located at 114 West Street, Annapolis, MD. Our Fed Hill location is at 902 S Charles St, Baltimore, MD.


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  • Can I bring my dog?

    Of course! Dogs are welcome to the large outside area.

  • Are walk-ins welcome?

    Yes, absolutely!

  • Do your games take quarters?

    Yes, most of our games take quarters and some take $1 bills.

  • How much are your games?

    Most of our games are 50¢ to $1.

  • Do you have an ATM?

    Yes, we have an ATM and coin machine onsite.

  • Do you allow minors?

    Yes, minors are allowed if accompanied by an adult until 8 PM. 1 Adult per minor (*with some exceptions).

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