This Retro Arcade in Pasadena Has Unlimited Games.
What started as a small weekend hobby in a garage turned into one of Pasadena’s coolest retro gaming spots. In this video, I sit down with the owners of Neon Retro Arcade to hear the story of how Mark and Mia went from restoring old arcade machines to opening a full arcade packed with classic games. Inside the arcade you’ll find around 40–50 retro machines, including fan favorites like Street Fighter II and Q*bert. The best part? Everything is set to free play — no quarters needed. Just pay for your time and jump into pure nostalgia. We talk about how the arcade started, what it takes to keep 40+ year old machines running, and why this place has become a favorite hangout for families, gamers, and anyone looking to relive the golden age of arcades. If you love retro gaming, classic arcades, or discovering unique local businesses around Los Angeles, this is a spot you’ll definitely want to check out. 📍 Neon Retro Arcade 28 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105 #NeonRetroArcade #RetroArcade #ArcadeGames #RetroGaming #ClassicArcade #ArcadeLife Follow Me On: Instagram: / jason.backstage TikTok: / jasonbackstage Facebook: / jasonbackstage Enjoyed the video? Help support more food finds and local stories by buying me a coffee here ☕️: https://buymeacoffee.com/jasonbackstage I’m Jason Lau, a former small business owner who loves connecting with other small business owners. Join me backstage as I explore great food, travel adventures, whiskey, coffee culture, sports, comics, and other cool finds. I'm exploring it all so you know where to go next. • Full experiences • Backstage interviews • Honest reviews & recommendations • Shorts for IG, TikTok & YouTube Want to collaborate or set up an interview? Reach me at [email protected] Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:16 Meet Mark & Mia 0:37 Garage Arcade 1:02 Mark & Mia's First Arcade Memory 1:47 Pasadena Location 2:01 Admission 2:22 Number of Arcades 2:45 Street Fighter II, Q*Bert, Ice Cold Beer 3:16 Arcade Maintenance 3:51 Heartbreak 4:17 For Everyone 4:40 Customer Reactions 5:04 Business Challenges 5:36 Business Advice 6:09 Magic Wand 6:19 Conclusion #JasonBackstage #BusinessInterviews #LocalBusinesses #HiddenGems #RealPeopleRealStories #ArcadeNostalgia #PasadenaCA #PasadenaArcade #LosAngelesArcade #SoCalArcade #UnlimitedArcade #FreePlayArcade #VintageArcade #OldSchoolGaming #StreetFighter2 #ArcadeCulture #RetroGameRoom #ArcadeCollectors #PinballArcade #ClassicGaming #GamingNostalgia #LAHiddenGems #ThingsToDoLA #CaliforniaArcade

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