Not a full-fledged arcade really but it’s lots of fun to see and play some older arcade and video games, including skee ball
Ots also a great place to watch sports
Get some Jell-O shots! Then try the four player touchscreen games located on the large cocktail table
Mike Boyd
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July 24, 2025
Stopped by here for a drink, they had plenty of options. They had some fun games to play inside and out back. They have a touchtunes to set the vibe. I had a great time inside with friends. Will definitely be back.
Kevin
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September 08, 2025
I came in earlier today to watch some football and have a few drinks after a rough week. I walk in and there was one bartender behind the bar, I think her name is Angela, idk, but she sucked. I sat there for like 5-10 minutes while she talked to some people about zodiac signs or some shit, then she went to the end of the bar, sat down, and started eating. The other bartender walked out from the back and immediately noticed I didn’t have a drink in front of me. She was very speedy with getting me a drink when she saw I didn’t have one in front of me. Her name is Christine, I’ve seen her in here a few times, I didn’t have to tell her what I wanted cause she already knew. Anyways, I like this place but if that other girl is working again I won’t go in anymore.
Clemson Tom
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November 20, 2025
If you’re looking for a place in Sanford where you can drink like an adult but play video games like you’re 12 again, Throwbacks is your spot. I walked in, saw FREE arcade games, and immediately knew I wasn’t leaving for at least three hours or until someone unplugged the machines.
The drinks? Cheap. Like “did they forget to charge me?” cheap. I had to double-check the receipt to make sure I didn’t accidentally order a kid’s menu lemonade.
And the food? Exactly what you want at a place like this. Not fancy. Not complicated. Just good. The kind of food that hits perfectly after a couple drinks and three rounds of Pac-Man abuse.
Now let’s talk about the real MVP: Kristine — the best bartender in the building, the city, probably the state. She’s fast, funny, remembers everyone, and pours like she’s trying to fix your whole week. If you go and she’s working, consider yourself blessed. If she’s not working… honestly just come back when she is.
Overall, Throwbacks is the perfect mix of nostalgia, cheap drinks, good food, and Kristine being an absolute legend behind the bar. Highly recommend.
If you see me there losing to a 10-year-old at Street Fighter, mind your business.
Michael Burry
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August 28, 2025
Such a cool vibe! Love the arcade and the bar staff is great! Amanda especially is soo nice and hospitable. Always makes you feel at home!
Not a full-fledged arcade really but it’s lots of fun to see and play some older arcade and video games, including skee ball Ots also a great place to watch sports Get some Jell-O shots! Then try the four player touchscreen games located on the large cocktail table
Stopped by here for a drink, they had plenty of options. They had some fun games to play inside and out back. They have a touchtunes to set the vibe. I had a great time inside with friends. Will definitely be back.
I came in earlier today to watch some football and have a few drinks after a rough week. I walk in and there was one bartender behind the bar, I think her name is Angela, idk, but she sucked. I sat there for like 5-10 minutes while she talked to some people about zodiac signs or some shit, then she went to the end of the bar, sat down, and started eating. The other bartender walked out from the back and immediately noticed I didn’t have a drink in front of me. She was very speedy with getting me a drink when she saw I didn’t have one in front of me. Her name is Christine, I’ve seen her in here a few times, I didn’t have to tell her what I wanted cause she already knew. Anyways, I like this place but if that other girl is working again I won’t go in anymore.
If you’re looking for a place in Sanford where you can drink like an adult but play video games like you’re 12 again, Throwbacks is your spot. I walked in, saw FREE arcade games, and immediately knew I wasn’t leaving for at least three hours or until someone unplugged the machines. The drinks? Cheap. Like “did they forget to charge me?” cheap. I had to double-check the receipt to make sure I didn’t accidentally order a kid’s menu lemonade. And the food? Exactly what you want at a place like this. Not fancy. Not complicated. Just good. The kind of food that hits perfectly after a couple drinks and three rounds of Pac-Man abuse. Now let’s talk about the real MVP: Kristine — the best bartender in the building, the city, probably the state. She’s fast, funny, remembers everyone, and pours like she’s trying to fix your whole week. If you go and she’s working, consider yourself blessed. If she’s not working… honestly just come back when she is. Overall, Throwbacks is the perfect mix of nostalgia, cheap drinks, good food, and Kristine being an absolute legend behind the bar. Highly recommend. If you see me there losing to a 10-year-old at Street Fighter, mind your business.
Such a cool vibe! Love the arcade and the bar staff is great! Amanda especially is soo nice and hospitable. Always makes you feel at home!