Boxcar Bar & Arcade

Amazing atmosphere no matter the time you chose to venture in.

Drink specials daily, Sunday, Monday & Thursday Night Football is usually shown, and a great environment for NCAA hoops, ESPECIALLY Duke vs. UNC (I couldn't find my video from Feb 2020's game). There's a private event space and they also have themed parties, tournaments, and special events as well for things like Halloween, NYE, etc.

Indoor/Outdoor set up. Live music and DJ on the patio. Fire pit, outdoor seating, and games. DEFINITELY pet-friendly (I'm 50/50 on that – different topic) and kid-friendly as well.

Beer and liquor selection is extensive. Cocktails are available as well!

The only negatives I have even with a 5-star rating are 1. They open TOO LATE!! LMAO They open at 5 during the week and I'm craving pizza as early as 12-1 PM!

2. Even though it is kid-friendly, the timing allowed isn't long enough. They have to leave by 7 PM, so if they open at 5 and you have kids, there are only 2 hours to spare. Not many kids are going to want to leave in under 2 hours.

3. Pets! Pets! Pets! This isn't the establishment's fault, more than the owner's. Adults that can't enjoy their adult time WITHOUT their pets are strange to me. Some people are hypersensitive to them, some are even afraid of them, and you have guests who sometimes come with 2-3 at a time. There should be a limit per guest for sure. I also see occasions, where you can tell the dog doesn't even want to be there. Plus, the fact it's extremely loud at times. Your dog doesn't want to tag along while you get drunk with your friends, trust me. They'll be fine at home, turn on the TV. 🤣

But this spot is BY FAR one of my favorites.

WAIT! I didn't even talk about the PIZZA!! Never mind, I'll just post the pics now of my favorites.

Love this location. Super dog friendly. Family friendly but date night worthy too. I always bring my dog and my daughter and we have a blast. My dog tried the dog beer, but she didn’t like it. But to each their own, maybe your dog will. We love coming here.

This place is so much fun! We went as the hurricane Ian was subsiding and they were still have their hurricane party! Seems like there is an event almost every weekend! The drinks were good and priced well and the bartenders were helpful, friendly, and efficient!
We had so much fun playing all the different games! We did have to wait for a few but that's to be expected on a weekend. They have machines to buy tokens which accept cash or card (4 tokens for a dollar and most games cost 2-4 tokens).
I would love to go back when there pizza kitchen and their patio is open (unfortunately because of the hurricane it was closed)!
They don't have a parking lot there but there is one down the block in either direction!

Like most bars. masks only needed for entry and not used by super majorities. Pizza ok. Pretzels. Not worthy over cooked bread dough no one cares for with cups of some cold jelled cheese. Dipping sauces. No one cares very apathetic staff. Just there for the beer and socializing you will be fine.