Entry No. 48 — the Spokane file — filed under: arcade-play
Spokane Pinball Company at the Wonder Building
Tucked in the basement of the renovated historic Wonder Building, this is a small pinball arcade operated by Spokane Pinball Company, the Inland Northwest's authorized Stern distributor. The lineup runs about nine modern machines including Game of Thrones, The Mandalorian, Portal and Attack from Mars. It shares the building with the Wonder Market food hall and the Wonderground golf lounge, so you can roam between them.
The story
Most visitors head to the historic Wonder Building for the upscale food hall stalls or the indoor golf lounge upstairs. But if you take the stairs down into the concrete basement, the food court chatter fades into the distinct, mechanical clatter of silverball physics. Tucked into a subterranean corner of the building is a tight, nine-machine setup operated by the Spokane Pinball Company, the Inland Northwest's official Stern distributor.
Because this room effectively functions as a distributor showroom and local proving ground, you won't encounter dusty, misfiring 1980s cabinets with dead flippers. The lineup is kept in near-mint condition and regularly rotates through fresh stock—mixing modern Stern titles like Game of Thrones (Premium) and The Mandalorian with standouts like Attack from Mars and rare setups like Portal. When a new production run drops, tables shuffle out to make room for pre-orders.
You didn't hear it from us, but this is one of Spokane's quietest off-grid pinball hideouts. There is no neon arcade clutter or floor noise fighting for your attention—just a subterranean row of high-end machines waiting for a session while the crowds upstairs stay completely oblivious.
What it's like
Head into the Wonder Building on Post Street, bypass the main floor vendors, and follow the stairs straight down into the basement. The setup is straightforward and focused: a row of pristine, brightly lit modern pinball machines running on cash or coin play. The vibe is chill, drawing a mix of quiet high-score chasers and food hall patrons wandering down with a drink. Grab food or a cold brew from the Wonder Market upstairs, hit the change machine, and check the current lineup before settling in.
The move: Drift down to the basement to play the latest Stern tables, then resurface to the Wonder Market food hall for a bite.
📍 Before you go Located in the Wonder Building basement; machine lineup rotates and access follows building hours.
- 📍 Downtown Spokane (Wonder Building)
- 💸 $
- ⚡ Big night
- 🌗 Indoors
Where: 835 N Post St, Spokane, WA 99201
Hours: Added 2026-06-24 — confirm current hours before you go.
Pair it with
- Berserk — Pair this pristine modern showroom with a short walk over to Berserk, a punk-leaning downtown bar featuring nine more pinball machines, pool, and a 45rpm jukebox.
- Garbage Goat — Head three blocks east into Riverfront Park to feed your trash to Spokane's legendary 200-pound vacuuming corten-steel goat.
- Boo Radley's — Walk four blocks south into downtown Spokane to browse pop-culture oddities, practical jokes, and local trinkets.
Good to know
Where in the building is the pinball area located?
It sits in the basement level of the Wonder Building, directly beneath the Wonder Market food hall.
What games are in the machine lineup?
The roster features around nine modern machines provided by Spokane Pinball Company, including titles like Game of Thrones (Premium), The Mandalorian, Attack from Mars, and rotating new releases.
Can I eat or drink while playing?
Yes, you can grab food or drinks upstairs at the Wonder Market food hall or the Wonderground golf lounge and roam between the spaces.
How does payment work for the machines?
The machines run on cash and coin play, with standard per-game pricing.
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Further reading: kineticist.com · Official site · Yelp · Facebook
last checked: 2026-06-24