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Dave & Buster's Memphis

2751 Wolf Creek Pkwy, Memphis, TN 38133, USA

Overview

Category:Spring Break Activities
Location:Memphis, TN

Expert Summary

Detailed Insights

Dave & Buster's Memphis primarily offers an extensive arcade gaming experience that can be highly enjoyable, particularly on Wednesdays with a significant half-price play deal. While individual staff members can provide excellent service, and some food items are rated well, the venue is plagued by critical operational inconsistencies and environmental concerns.

Key Highlights

  • Engaging arcade gaming experience, described as 'incredible' and 'fun' by some visitors, even making adults 'feel like a kid again'.
  • Half-price gaming on Wednesdays offers exceptional value, effectively doubling play credit (e.g., $55 card provides ~$110 in play value for games, enabling 2.5 hours of play and yielding 4200 tickets).
  • Specific staff members, like Jessica, are highlighted for 'amazing', 'fun', and 'friendly' customer service.
  • Some drinks are rated as 'fantastic'.
  • Specific food items like chicken tenders, burgers, and fries are described as 'good' and 'cooked well' when properly prepared.
  • Food customization is possible, with the option to ask for dishes to be prepared without spice.

Standout Features

  • Half-price play day on Wednesdays significantly enhances gaming value and extends playtime.
  • Extensive variety of arcade games available for hours of entertainment.
  • Option to customize food orders, such as requesting dishes without spice.
  • Availability of professional and pleasant individual servers, though overall staff consistency is an issue.

Perfect For

Primarily suitable for teens (16+) and young adults, indicated by use for a 16th birthday celebration and a 'date night recommendation'.
Families with older children interested in arcade gaming are likely the target audience, but specific activities for younger kids are not detailed in reviews.

Ideal For

Budget-conscious gamers on Wednesdays seeking extended playtime.
Teenage birthday celebrations or social gatherings (16+ age range).
Casual adult outings or 'date nights' primarily focused on arcade gaming and drinks.
Families whose main goal is arcade gaming and are willing to overlook potential issues with dining service, cleanliness, or parking lot environment.

💡Pro Tips from Reviews

  • Visit on Wednesdays to maximize gaming value, as games are half-price, effectively doubling your play credit.
  • If ordering food, specify 'no spice' if you prefer milder flavors, as some dishes are noted to be spicy.
  • Be prepared for potentially very long waits (up to two hours) for food and seating, even during non-peak dining hours.
  • Carefully check all food and drink orders upon delivery for accuracy and quality, especially sauces and specific ingredients.
  • Inspect restroom stalls before use, as many may be broken or lack locks.
  • If safety or crowds are a concern, consider avoiding Friday nights due to reported intimidating parking lot conditions.
  • For guests with accessibility needs, be prepared to clearly communicate requirements and potentially encounter unaccommodating staff; consider calling ahead to confirm arrangements.
  • Consider Main Event as an alternative if overall value, safety, and consistent customer service are higher priorities.

Things to Consider

  • Extremely slow restaurant service, with reported wait times of two hours for food even when the dining area was 'NOT busy at all'.
  • Inconsistent food quality, including cold food, soggy fries, incorrect sauces (garlic aioli instead of tartar for fish & chips), and missing ingredients (no strawberry in a strawberry drink).
  • Severe restroom maintenance issues, with 'at least six broken doors' on the Ladies' side, some 'literally hanging off the hinges' or 'without locks'.
  • Intimidating and potentially unsafe parking lot environment on busy nights, described with 'weed fills the air' and a parent's concern about 'getting my family inside before the shooting begins'.
  • High overall cost for entertainment, leading to a perception that 'the overall value wasn't here' compared to alternatives like Main Event.
  • Unprofessional, unhelpful, and dismissive behavior from certain staff (e.g., hostesses, managers), leading to feelings of discrimination and disrespect.
  • Cleanliness issues, specifically dirty tables and long waits (10+ minutes) to get a clean eating space.
  • Inconsistent drink quality, with one reported Long Island Iced Tea tasting like water.
  • Significant wait times for seating, clean tables, and food service across multiple reviews.
  • Lack of accommodating service for guests with accessibility needs, with staff being unhelpful and dismissive towards guests unable to stand long or requiring specific seating.

Price & Value

Entertainment is described as 'very high' in price, leading to a perception that 'the overall value wasn't here' by one family, suggesting the combined food and game experience is expensive. However, the 'half-price play day' on Wednesdays significantly boosts gaming value, where a $55 card provides approximately $110 in play value for games, allowing for about 2.5 hours of play and yielding 4200 tickets. Food costs are not detailed but contribute to the overall high expense perception.

Accessibility & Special Needs

  • Reported significant challenges for guests with neurological disorders and handicaps in securing appropriate seating, as staff were unhelpful and dismissive.
  • Guests unable to stand for long periods encountered difficulties getting timely seating accommodation.
  • No specific positive accommodations or features for special needs were mentioned; only negative experiences were reported regarding staff responsiveness.

🍎Food & Drink Policy

  • An on-site restaurant offers a variety of food including burgers, fries, chicken tenders, fish & chips, and sodas.
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available from a bar.
  • Specific food items can be customized (e.g., asking for no spice).
  • No explicit policy on outside food or drink is stated, but the presence of an extensive dining menu suggests outside food is generally not permitted.

🚗Parking Info

  • The parking lot is described as having an 'intimidating crowd' on Friday nights.
  • Concerns were raised about the presence of marijuana smell ('weed fills the air') and general safety in the parking area, leading to anxieties about 'shooting begins'.
  • No details regarding parking availability, cost, or specific security measures were provided, only negative experiences and perceptions.

👥Crowd Levels

  • The restaurant area was 'NOT busy at all' around 3:30 PM on one occasion, yet service was still extremely slow.
  • The parking lot is described as having an 'intimidating crowd' on Friday nights.
  • Gaming areas can become busy enough to cause dirty tables and difficulty finding available seating, suggesting peak times can be crowded.

🛡️Safety Features

  • Significant safety concerns were explicitly raised regarding the parking lot environment on Friday nights, including an intimidating crowd, concerns about drug use, and a parent's worry about 'getting my family inside before the shooting begins'.
  • No specific safety measures or staff monitoring were mentioned as being implemented by the venue to address these concerns.
  • Broken restroom locks also present a privacy and potential safety concern.

When to Avoid

  • Dining at any time if on a tight schedule, due to consistently reported extreme service delays.
  • Families with very young children if parking lot safety concerns or general cleanliness are high priorities.
  • Visiting on Friday nights if sensitive to large, potentially intimidating crowds and general safety concerns in the parking area.
  • If functional, clean, and private restrooms are a non-negotiable requirement.
  • If you expect consistently high-quality customer service from all staff members, particularly management and hostesses.
  • If you have specific accessibility needs and expect prompt, accommodating service without potential pushback or delays.

Pricing/Package/Events

Pricing & Packages

D&B Combo Deal / Eat & Play Combo

Starting at $19.99 per person

Choice of entree and a $10 Power Card.

Includes:
  • Choice of entree (All-American Smashed Burger, Fish & Chips, Boneless Wings, Crispy Chicken Sandwich or Crispy Chicken Strips)
  • $10 Power Card

STACK N’ SCORE – PLATTERS (Kids Birthday)

$19.99 per person

Duration: 2 hours of Unlimited Video Game Play for guests

Exclusively available Saturdays & Sundays before 11am for parties of 10 or more guests in a shared space.

Includes:
  • Pancake Bar (maple & chocolate syrup, strawberries, Oreo crumbles, rainbow sprinkles & whipped cream)
  • Unlimited Fountain Drinks, Milk or Juice
  • Birthday Child: $20 Power Card with Unlimited Video Game Play** & a Power Tap Band
  • Guests: $10 Power Card with 2 hours of Unlimited Video Game Play
Ages: Kids

Level Up Birthday - Platters (Kids Birthday)

$29.99 per person

For parties of 10-20 guests in a shared space.

Includes:
  • Choice of Signature Pepperoni Flatbread or Ultimate Cheese Flatbread Pizza
  • French Fries
  • Seasonal Fruit
  • Unlimited Fountain Drinks
  • Birthday Child: $30 Power Card with Unlimited Video Game Play** & A Power Tap band
  • Guests: $25 Power Card
Ages: Kids

Next Level Birthday – Platters (Kids Birthday)

$34.99 per person

For parties of 10-20 guests in a shared space.

Includes:
  • Select (2): Crispy Chicken Bites, Smashed Burger Sliders, Pepperoni or Cheese Pizza, Baked Mac & Cheese or Mini Pretzel Dogs w/ Ketchup
  • French Fries
  • Seasonal Fruit
  • Unlimited Fountain Drinks
  • Birthday Child: $40 Power Card with Unlimited Video Game Play** & A Power Tap Band
  • Guests: $30 Power Card
Ages: Kids

Ultimate Unlock Birthday – Banquet (Kids Birthday)

$38.99 per person

For parties of 15+ guests, with an option to upgrade to a private room rental. Banquets do not include area rental, tax or gratuity. Revenue minimums may apply.

Includes:
  • Choice of Signature Pepperoni Flatbread or Ultimate Cheese Flatbread Pizza
  • Crispy Chicken Bites with Ranch
  • Smash Burger Sliders
  • Fried Cheese Planks
  • French Fries
  • Seasonal Fruit
  • Unlimited Fountain Drinks
  • Birthday Child: $50 Power Card with Unlimited Video Game Play** & A Power Tap Band
  • Guests: $35 Power Card
Ages: Kids

Events & Schedule

Special Events(Last 2 months - Next 6 months)

National Video Games Day

September 12, 2025

$24.99

Score 60 minutes of unlimited gameplay and a chance to win up to 1,000 tickets.

Fantasy Football Draft Party

Book your Fantasy Football Draft Party to enjoy great food, incredible atmosphere, amazing drinks, and the best party in town!

Holiday Parties

Seasonal (e.g., Christmas, New Year's bash)

Tailored packages

Make your holidays truly memorable by hosting your parties at Dave and Buster's. Dedicated event planners available.

Special Event Booking Promotion

Events between 8/7/24 – 11/5/24 (offer expires 11/5/24). Booking must reference offer.

Total party minimum spend of $1,000 prior to tax and gratuity.

Choose between Unlimited Game Play, Free Room Rental or 50% Teambuilding. Applies to new events only. Non-refundable deposit and signed contract required. Minor policies vary by location.

🍎Food Policy

  • Outside cake or cupcakes are allowed, provided they are store-bought (no ice cream or ice cream cake).
  • Delicious dessert choices can be added to birthday packages.
  • Dave & Buster's provides plates, napkins, silverware, and utensils for cake-cutting.
  • Warning: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, fish/shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
  • Inform Special Events Representative of any food allergies before booking a party.
  • Some offers (e.g., 10 for $10 Wings, Eat & Play Combo) are dine-in only, with no takeout bags allowed for wings.

🛡️Safety Policy

  • Must be at least 21 years old to consume alcohol. Please drink responsibly.

📅Booking Policy

  • Party booking available for all ages.
  • Kids Birthday Parties: 10-20 guests for platter packages in a shared space; 15+ guests for banquet package with upgrade to private room rental.
  • Parties of 20 or less can be booked directly online for Youth Birthdays, Social Events, and Corporate Events.
  • Groups larger than 20 guests for private 'FUNction rooms' or full venue rental require contacting a Party Planner.
  • A non-refundable deposit and signed contract are required for special event bookings.
  • Revenue minimums may apply for banquet packages and special event promotions.
  • Advanced booking notice varies by location, ranging from 72 hours up to 14 days due to regional restrictions.
  • If outside the booking window, guests are welcome to join the restaurant on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Platter packages not available on Fridays and Saturdays after 4 PM.
  • Minor policies vary by location. See store for details.
Information extracted from official website • Last updated: Sep 29, 2025

What People Say

What's Great

  • Fun and entertaining activities (mentioned in 2 reviews)
  • Great for birthday parties (mentioned in 4 reviews)
  • Spacious play areas (mentioned in 2 reviews)

Areas for Improvement

  • Parking can be challenging (mentioned in 2 reviews)

Recent Reviews

Padyjeff

Padyjeff

3 months ago

I visited during my vacation in Memphis and have to highlight Jessica’s amazing service she was so fun and friendly! The place is incredible; I can’t even describe how much fun I had playing it made me feel like a kid again. The drinks are fantastic, and while the food is a bit spicy, you can ask them to leave the spice out if that’s not your thing. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience!

Anita L

Anita L

3 weeks ago

If there was an option for zero stars, this rating would have been more accurate. Our family arrived around 3:30. The restaurant part was NOT busy at all. TWO hours later, we were finally “served”. Our food was cold, fries beyond soggy, the fish & chips came with garlic aioli because they were out of tartar sauce (which was NOT communicated prior to serving), and one in our party had a strawberry drink with no strawberry?! To top this, the bathroom stalls had doors literally hanging off the hinges, or without locks. At least six broken doors on the Ladies’ side alone. This location is SO far from the Dave & Buster’s brand it feels like it’s not even on the same continent.

Joseph Baker

Joseph Baker

a week ago

Well, on friday night, the parking lot crowd can be a little intimidating. Weed fills the air, as everyone has to be completely stoned to enter Dave & busters. I think they should add off duty cops for parking lot duty. Trying to get my family inside before the shooting begins. Let start with the price, wow your very high for entertainment. We ate chicken tenders fries and sodas. Food was good. The overall value wasn't here. I think Main Event would be a better option. While both are similar, I feel safer at Main Event.

Kay Bates

Kay Bates

4 months ago

I come here quite regularly at least twice a week every week and it’s always been a good time but yesterday on 12/29 I was so uncomfortable I was sitting with my guest while my kids were playing and I was asked how many guest were in my party and I told the lady 4 she told me I had to move and find another table they all were nasty which is why I sat where I sat in one of the bigger booths plus myself plus guest and kids aren’t petite either so I really felt discriminated and disrespected we got up and moved and I walked around to find another table they were all still dirty so I let the lady know that who asked me to move she told me they were trying to find a towel so I said ok so we were just standing in the walk way for a few minutes and I can’t stand long one of the ladies told me a tall table was available I looked at the table it was a tight fit and I’m nor my guests are petite so I told her I couldn’t sit there because of my neurological disorder and my guest is handicap as well she just looked at me and told me I’d have to wait I told her I couldn’t stand up much longer so I walked over to I assume a manager she had an ear piece in her ear I asked her if she was a server she just smirked and said no while she was just standing there at the counter finally got a clean table after waiting a good 10 or so minutes maybe longer. Then there was another wait to wait on a server no menus on the table to see what I wanted to order I walked to the bar the same lady was still standing there I asked if I could place a order at the bar she shut me down smirking and said your server will be around shortly. My server finally came she was very professional and pleasant but the manager or whoever she was is bad for business she didn’t say much she kept her words short and did more smirking and shaking her head than anything else. I got my order in the food was good but my drink looked and tasted like water most definitely wasn’t a long island ice tea. Overall I left feeling some type of way I still tipped my server because she did her job but the other 2 ladies couldn’t have been anymore unprofessional

Crystal Walton

Crystal Walton

a year ago

For my son’s 16th birthday I took him and one of his older brothers to Dave & Buster’s. We ordered food before playing. Service was good but slow. We each ordered a hamburger and fries, and it felt like it took forever to get the food to us. The waitress was very nice, very helpful but again the food just took forever. Our burgers and fries were good and cooked well. After eating we chose to play and if you don’t know this, Wednesday’s are half price play day. Which means if you go and buy $55 card when you go to play it will equal to like $110. Now you don’t get extra credits on your card, it’s just that each game cost half of what it normally would. We took $55 and played on it for like 2 1/2 hours and walked away with 4200 tickets. I do recommend giving Dave & Buster’s a try if you were into playing games. It’s definitely a date night recommendation.

Contact Information

2751 Wolf Creek Pkwy, Memphis, TN 38133, USA

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Opening Hours

Monday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Thursday: 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Friday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM

Quick Stats

Overall Rating
4.0
Total Reviews3570
Recent Reviews5