A night out on the town can take you to some unexpected places – one Louisiana bar will take you back to 1985. The ultra-retro Electric Avenue is packed with all of the best throwback arcade games and it keeps players well-fueled with some great cocktails. Here’s why you need to "rock down to" this Louisiana bar – and maybe even "take it higher!"
Electric Avenue is located in Slidell, about 30 minutes northeast of the heart of New Orleans.
The bar is in the heart of Olde Towne Slidell - it’s a great destination for a group of friends.
The walls of Electric Avenue are lined with vintage arcade games and pinball machines that are perfect for those who want to relive a bit of their childhood.
If there’s a particular game that you loved to play as a kid, odds are you’ll find it here.
On weekends, there’s often some great music rocking the Electric Avenue – the customers give the DJs high marks, even if he doesn’t play the song "Electric Avenue!"
The drinks also receive good reviews – they can pack a punch, so if you’re going for a high score on Ms. Pac-Man, you might want to pace yourself.
Electric Avenue has plenty of games and a lot of space – if you need a break from the indoor arcade, there’s an outdoor patio that’s a chill place to relax.
It also has some outdoor games you can enjoy.
The bar often has something going on – it has karaoke nights and a huge screen for special screening and sports.
And the games are always on!
Electric Avenue often has daily specials and games on Mondays are free. Learn more about Electric Avenue here. If you love arcade bars, Louisiana has more new spots you might want to explore. In New Orleans, there’s a bar that will help you unleash your inner child.
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