About The Archives
The Archives is a mellow, casual, and trendy bar in Burlington, Vermont, offering an inviting setting for relaxed nights out and easygoing gatherings. Located at 191 College St, this nightlife destination brings together a great beer selection, thoughtfully prepared cocktails, wine, spirits, and an arcade filled with vintage pinball and video games. Whether you are meeting friends for drinks, enjoying a little friendly competition with bar games, or simply looking for a comfortable place to unwind, The Archives offers a lively experience without losing its laid-back atmosphere. Guests can choose from outdoor seating, on-site services, delivery, and takeaway, with fast service helping make visits convenient. Seating and table service are available, and outside food is allowed, giving customers added flexibility while they enjoy their chosen drinks and arcade games. Reservations are accepted, and payment is easy with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. The bar also features gender-neutral toilets and restroom facilities. Accessibility is an important part of the experience, with a wheelchair-accessible car park, entrance, and toilet. Rated 4.50 out of 5 based on 738 reviews, The Archives is a well-regarded choice for drinks, games, and casual nightlife in Burlington. To learn more or make plans to visit, call +1 802-448-4333.
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Nice bar/arcade with more than 5 working pinball machines including a few Stern's and a DataEast. They have unique and interesting drinks as well. They also have an extensive beer menu and a cheese plate. I would highly recommend this place to anyone with an interest in pinball. Only issue I had as an archivist was that the menu featured …
Pretty awesome Barcade, with good selection of classic games to play for a great price! Drinks are average price and a good selection for most. It was super crowded but still pretty easy to find games to play, especially because everyone is always rotating. Only annoying thing is showing vaxx proof but was not a problem for us - make …
Great bar, really enjoyed the old arcade games, pinball, and especially the cocktails. The Devil’s in the Details was my favorite drink, it was perfectly balanced and well crafted. The atmosphere was great and it was extremely clean. I will definitely be back next time I’m in Burlington.
Love the nostalgia and arcade games, dig the fall/Halloween themed cocktails. Photo is the Double Burst double IPA and The Witching Hour cocktail which is delicious the bourbon mixes well with the vanilla and pumpkin foam. Ian was awesome, super helpful, answered all my ridiculous questions. Definitely go.
This is a perfect bar: - They carry many world class beers both on draft and in cans/bottles, including many from Hill Farmstead, The Alchemist, and Lawson's. - They list their menu on Untappd and regularly update it. - Their physical menu shows what's coming next. - They offer small (5oz pours). - They excellent cocktails as well. Our favorite …
Great spot with a very chill vibe and great bartenders and staff. It’s an arcade experience but with some of the best draft beers around along with their true specialty of amazing cocktails. These guys put 100% effort into creating the very best drinks to be found.
The live music is excellent! Bar draws a loyal patronage of adults who appreciate precise cocktails and wickedly talented bartenders. Zoe the bar manager goes above and beyond with both guests and her staff. The Archives Bar is gem of controlled chaos and clacking pinball paddles! 🙂
This place is awesome and has an excellent vibe. Fairly good number of pinball machines with some modern Stern machines and a few classic Williams/Sega others. Good drinks and friendly bartenders. Other classic arcade games available as well.
This arcade bar in Burlington is such a blast! It’s the perfect mix of nostalgia and good energy — with plenty of arcade games that make you feel like a kid again. From pinball to classics, there’s something for everyone, and the atmosphere is pure fun. The menu is great too — lots of creative drink options with clever names …
This place is solid. They’ve got a big cocktail menu, and the drinks were actually really good for an arcade bar — I wasn’t expecting much, but was pleasantly surprised. Our bartender (can’t remember his name) even made my husband an experiment, off-the-menu cocktail, which I loved. I’m always a fan of bartenders who are willing to experiment a bit. …
