Canal Street Arcade and Deli

About

Bars, Arcades, Delis

Price Range : $11-30 ($$)

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    Yelp rating
    4.5 stars

Location

Adress: 308 E 1st St, Dayton, OH 45402

Phone: (937) 220-9333

Work Hours

Mon11:00 am-1:00 am
Tue11:00 am-1:00 am
Wed11:00 am-1:00 am
Thu11:00 am-1:00 am
Fri11:00 am-1:30 am
Sat11:00 am-1:30 am
Sun11:00 am-11:00 pm

Business info

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    Takes Reservations
    No
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    Delivery
    No
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    Take-out
    Yes
  • credit_card
    Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
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    Accepts Apple Pay
    Yes
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    Good For
    Lunch, Dinner
  • local_parking
    Parking
    Street
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    Bike Parking
    Yes
  • accessibility
    Good for Kids
    No
  • group
    Good for Groups
    Yes
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    Attire
    Casual
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    Noise Level
    Average
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    Good For Dancing
    Yes
  • local_bar
    Alcohol
    Full Bar
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    Best Nights
    Thu
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    Coat Check
    No
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    Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • wifi
    Wi-Fi
    Free
  • tv
    Has TV
    Yes
  • fastfood
    Caters
    Yes
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    Has Pool Table
    No
  • android
    Accepts Google Pay
    Yes

Reviews

  • Adam Chipman

    star star star star star 2 June 2026

    Nice local bar and arcade. They have a lot of the older games we grew up on. Friendly and attentive staff. Will definitely go back next time I'm in the area.

  • Google User

    star star star star star 22 May 2026

    Primarily come here to play pinball, and play some of the other games as well. Have never tried the food, but I guess I should. Pinball tables are often leased and maintained by a third-party company, this is why the pinball tables cost money. Anyone who is actually into pinball will find the cost minimal. I like to come to canal deli/arcade at least once a week and I believe I will try a sandwich next time.

  • Schuyler Ruhe

    star star star star star 13 May 2026

    For sure my go-to place to hangout downtown for a drink and a quick bite to eat. The deli has always been delicious, even since it was formally on Fifth Street. The overall atmosphere is what keeps me coming back. They have a cash jukebox with a good variety of songs to choose from that keeps things less annoyingly Top-40s and more memorable. Free play arcade games are there to keep you occupied, but not necessary to enjoy your time. The bar staff is wonderful and personable every time I go. I frequent often!

  • Wesley Krueger

    star star star star star_border 12 May 2026

    Canal Street Arcade is an awesome place to enjoy some video games with a few beers. It has a very relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, the staff are very friendly and have been pretty fast on my visits The bar has a decent selection of about 12 beers on tap, and a place to order sandwiches inside. The food tasty and is fairly priced for the portions. There are also a couple vegetarian options to choose from Aside from the drinks and food, the arcade style video games and pinball machines are a main feature. The games range from NFL Blitz to Simpsons Bowling, and are changed out every now and then. The arcade games are free to play, but the pinball machines take quarters There is an outdoor area with chairs and tables, they make for a great place to enjoy warmer weather. In case there is some light rain, there is also a pop up canopy to sit under

  • Pierce Newland

    star star star star star_border 5 May 2026

    Really cool place. We found it online and it definitely didn't disappoint. We had a couple drinks and played old arcade games. It was super fun. One thing I don't know if I saw online when we found this place, you do have to pay for the pinball machines. Not a dealer breaker at all, just not sure if it is widely advertised. All of the other arcade games are free though and it offers a really cool atmosphere. Highly recommend stopping by.

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