Pins Mechanical Co.

4.6 ( 849 reviews )
Checking... 4:00 PM - 2:30 AM See Hours
$10–20
856 Carrollton Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46202, United States
+1 463-600-9100
Pins Mechanical Co. in Indianapolis is a vibrant bar blending nostalgia with modern fun. Known for its unique duckpin bowling, patrons have noted the engaging twist on traditional bowling, where pins are artfully attached by strings and scores are closely contested. John Wan shared his excitement about the various games, including pinball machines and giant Jenga, making it a perfect spot for friends and family gatherings. The atmosphere is lively, characterized by a mix of playful activities and drink specials like Tequila Thursdays and Tito's Tuesdays, providing great value. However, some guests expressed concerns about the limited non-alcoholic drink selection. Feona Dabson highlighted a special mocktail crafted by bartender Chloe, called Teen Spirit, which stood out with its delightful and refreshing flavors—a must-try for non-drinkers. The staff consistently garners praise, with Ashton’s attentive service noted for making experiences memorable. Paired with a menu featuring hot pockets and a spacious bar setting, Pins Mechanical Co. promises a night full of enjoyment. Overall, this venue shines as an ideal location for anyone seeking a mix of games, good drinks, and exceptional service, cultivating an atmosphere that encourages laughter and camaraderie.

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • On-site services available
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Has bar games
    • Has fast service
    • Has great beer selection
    • Serves great cocktails
    • Has rooftop seating
    • Good for watching sport
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Outside food allowed
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
  • Parking
    • Paid multi-storey car park
    • Paid parking lot
    • Paid street parking
    • Plenty of parking
  • Pets
    • Dogs allowed

Reviews For Pins Mechanical Co.

John Wan
May 31,2025
Company sponsored event. Duck pins bowling was very different from regular bowling. You get balls to try to knock all of the pins down. Sometimes the sensors would trip even though the pins moved but did not actually fall. Most of our scores were very close together. Pins were attached by strings and had an interesting algorithm unclump the pins and strings. Only two kinds of non-alcoholic beverages, really liked the 2 mules, it was mostly soda. The berry smash tasted bitter and I did not like it. There were also three full rows of pinball machines. There was a large Jenga tower. There was a football cage, was kinda interesting. There were also cornhole and big trash cans to throw balls into. Overall seemed like a cool place to hangout. Some really good specials.
Feona Dabson
May 12,2025
Great atmosphere. Me and friends went through on NYE 2024. The line for bowling of course was long, so we got drinks and played on the pinball machines! Speaking drinks; I chose not to drink alcohol and the selection was not really adult friendly. It was either af libations which scared me, or the “mock”tails for the kids. Fortunately for me, one of the bartenders, Chloe, hooked me up with her own special drink she called Teen Spirit, which was DELICIOUS! It was lemonade drink with some other flavors (I chose pomegranate). The appearance was beautiful and the taste was ahhh!!! I’d recommend this anyone but only Chloe has the recipe... for now... We need this on the official menu Pins!! STAT
Amine Dogo
May 2,2025
This is great place to host a large group of friends, family, and colleagues. It was my third time in Indy and first time visiting Pins Mechanical. I had so much fun and I am sure it is the same for the rest of the group. So much variety in the selection of activities to get into. See for yourself and pay them a visit.
emma voth
Apr 25,2025
I had an amazing time at Pins! The atmosphere is perfect for a night out with friends—great drinks and plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained. The staff is awesome and we had great help from Ashton. He was incredibly friendly, attentive, and made sure our group felt right at home. He went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable experience, and it really made all the difference. I’ll definitely be back soon, and I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a good time. Thanks again, Ashton!
Adam Thompson
Apr 6,2025
Great drinks and bar games!! We loved the mini bowling and arcade machines. Big bar with all sorts of game options. Hot pockets on the menu to pair with your drinks
Hinal Patel
Apr 3,2025
This place in downtown Indy is my absolute favorite! It instantly transports me back to my childhood. There are so many games to choose from, making it perfect for large groups or a fun date night. The drink options are extensive and reasonably priced. Just be prepared to wait around 30-40 minutes on a Friday or Saturday night, but trust me, it’s worth it. Our favorite activities are bowling and Jenga.
Eryka Grant
Mar 22,2025
What a fun and unique place to hang out. You can’t be bored here. The Duckpin game is so much fun and at 7 per person per game, you can’t beat that. No special shoes required, much more fun than bowling. The atmosphere is amazing, everyone is there to have a good time. You have pin ball machines, ping pong, patio pong, which was a lot of fun, multiple seating areas, two floors to spread out, three bars, multiple TVs, good music and upstairs outdoor patio. Loved it here. Prices are great, very clean and staff was nice. Highly recommend.
Trish Boccuti
Feb 6,2025
We did an event here last night for our customers and it was awesome. We reserved the 2nd floor and the space was absolutely perfect for our event. The outdoor seating and fire pits was such a nice touch. Bartenders were excellent and drinks were served quickly. Everyone had an awesome time.

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