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Up-Down Birmingham

4.4(202)
Bar

About

Up-Down Birmingham offers a lively arcade bar experience tailored for adults, featuring over 60 classic games from the ’80s and ’90s, including pinball, skee-ball alleys, and console gaming. With games priced at just 25 cents each, it’s an engaging spot for team outings or casual client gatherings in a fun, relaxed setting.

The venue serves house-made, 18-inch pizzas designed to share, alongside an extensive craft beer selection and cocktails. Ample seating and outdoor games like life-size Jenga make it a versatile choice for informal business events where play and conversation mix easily.

Best for

  • Casual team bonding with arcade games
  • After-hours client socializing
  • Informal group celebrations with pizza

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Classic arcade and console gaming for adults
Games
Classic arcade and console gaming for adults
Over 60 arcade games from the ’80s and ’90s, including skee-ball alleys, pinball machines, and Nintendo 64 and GameCube consoles. All games cost just 25 cents, making it a unique, affordable entertainment option for business groups.
House-made pizza and extensive craft beer selection
Food & Beverage
House-made pizza and extensive craft beer selection
Pizzas are made to order with in-house dough and quality toppings, served by the slice or whole 18-inch pies that feed 3–5 people. The drink menu features an extensive craft beer selection, bottles, cans, and cocktail options including root beer on
Outdoor seating with games
Outdoor Space
Outdoor seating with games
The venue offers outdoor seating with free games like jumbo Jenga and tetherball, providing a casual and fun environment for groups to mingle outside.

At a glance

Rated 4.4 on Google · 202 reviews