Marietta Melt Yard, Marietta’s most fun and unique dining experience, announced today the addition of a retro arcade. Called the Melt Yard Arcade, it will officially open inside the restaurant this Friday, March 1, and will feature the third most pinball machines in all of Metro Atlanta, along with multiple classic arcade games.
“There’s nothing like this in the core of Marietta, so it’s just one more thing that will set Melt Yard apart, and make us an even more fun destination,” said Melt Yard co-owner, Justin Wilfon.
“Justin and I have a deep appreciation for nostalgia, so we decided to take our restaurant to the next level by introducing a unique, retro arcade. This addition complements Melt Yard’s “throwback” ambiance already established by our 1960s van-turned-bar and MTV era music video displays,” said Melt Yard co-owner, Matt DeBusschere.
Melt Yard teamed up with local arcade game restoration experts, Marietta Kingpins, to put together the arcade. Many games in the Melt Yard Arcade date back to the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s, and create an incredible nostalgia factor.
“We want to pass along the joy that we experienced as kids growing up in the 80’s and 90’s,” said Wesley Bramlett of Marietta Kingpins. “Our goal is to create memories and experiences that kids will remember for the rest of their lives and ones that adults enjoy reliving at the Melt Yard Arcade.”
Many of the pinball machines also allow players to track their scores, and compete against people across the country. The Melt Yard Arcade will also feature monthly tournaments and league play, with the first tournament scheduled for Saturday, March 2. Among the classic arcade games featured in the arcade are Street Fighter II Turbo, Cruis’n USA and NBA Jam.
ABOUT MARIETTA MELT YARD
Marietta Melt Yard is a fun, casual, family friendly restaurant at 800 Whitlock Ave. NW, just west of the Marietta Square. The one-of-a-kind restaurant features a bar centered around a 1968 GMC Handi-Van, music videos and an exciting menu featuring burgers, melts, wings and more. Melt Yard is owned and operated by Marietta native Matt DeBusschere and former Channel 2 anchor Justin Wilfon.
