FAQs

FREQUENTLY (AND LESS FREQUENTLY) ASKED QUESTIONS

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Heads up! Cidercade is family-friendly during the day, but strictly 18+ starting at 9pm.

YO! WHAT ABOUT KIDS?

We’re family-friendly during the day, but strictly 18+ at 9pm daily. Ages 5 and up are required to pay $12 for admission.

Guests under 16 must be attended at all times by a parent/guardian.

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You got FOod?

We serve delicious fresh artisan pizzas, wings, salads, and desserts. Check out our food page for our full menu. Trust us — it’s good.

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What's on tap?

At Cidercade, we serve craft hard cider and other adult bevs like wine and wine-based cocktails. We also have unlimted soda for $4 available from our soda fountains if adult bevs aren’t your thing. Check out the drinks page for details.

Do you sell arcade cabinets or pinball machines?

Actually, yes! We sell arcade games, new and used Stern pinball machines, and accessories through our brand, Pinballer.

Can I buy admission online?

Yup! Get tickets online to skip the line on busy nights. 

Can I come by myself?

Yeah, we actually got this question. Yes, please do. You’ll make friends.

Is there a dress code?

The fact that you ask makes us want to start one. But currently, no.

Is this real?

For real, for real.

If I come before 9pm, can I stay past 9pm even though I’m not 18?

This isn’t the loophole you think it is. Sorry, 18+ means 18+ only.

Does it get crowded?

Yes. On Friday and Saturday nights it can get a little crazy. If you don’t like crowds, come on a weekday.

Are the games really free?

Yes. All they is cost your time.

I'm X years old, but ______ (insert excuse for the lack of ID here). Can I still drink?

Ummm.. no.

Do you have pool tables? Air hockey? Bowling? A swimming pool?

No, yes, no, and no.

What is the age limit?

85. If you meant the minimum, all ages are welcome during the day, but we are 18+ starting at 9pm. And no, “almost 18” and “pretty much 18” don’t count.

I'm a Nigerian Prince, can you help me?

………

Do you allow photography?

We don’t allow professional photography during normal hours, but feel free to take phone pics and vids while here! Just make sure you tag us on social.

If you want to plan a professional photoshoot during non-operational hours, shoot us a message on our Events page, and we’ll get you the details.

Do y’all do birthday parties / corporate events / team building there?

Yes! Check out our Events page for the deets.

What's the pricing for adult beverages?

They start at $7.

Is this place non-smoking?

Inside it is.

Is there a good place where we can make a toast?

Is there a bad place for a toast?

Do you take cards or only cash?

Who doesn’t take cards? As a matter of fact, we only take cards.

Can my fiancée come with me?

Is she just looking for reasons to use that ear-cringing word? What kind of question is this?

Am I allowed to bring in cupcakes?

As long as you bring in one more than you need. But yes, cake of any size is welcome.

Do you sell cans to go?

Yep!

If I want to leave and then come back and then leave and come back again, can I do that?

Just keep your wristband on, and you can go in and out as you please.

Can I use a passport as my ID?

Yep. Any valid government issued ID will work. A blurry photo of a license belonging to some guy who vaguely looks like you probably won’t work though.

Are you dog-friendly?

We’re friendly to dogs, but we don’t let them inside

Do y’all allow concealed carry?

No. Please don’t bring firearms to Cidercade.

Are you handicap accessible?

Of course. We have ADA-compliant restrooms and a ramp to get in.

Still got questions?

Our Location

We’re located in the heart of Austin, between South Congress and I-35 on Riverside Dr., with beautiful views of Town Lake.

600 East Riverside Drive
Austin, TX, 78704

Hours

10am-12am Daily

Guests under 16 must be accompanied at all times by a parent/guardian.

We’re family-friendly during the day, but strictly 18+ after 9pm.