bar+indie+++
you have to work to find indie
we’re not open yet, but in Fall 2026 we’ll be San Francisco’s first bar dedicated to indie games, music, comix.. and so on.
most underground stuff doesn’t see the light of day because the appeal is too niche, the product too weird, and the money-making too limited. truth is if it doesn't make money then industry won't float it. that's where we come together. you buy lots of drinks and we can afford to blow money on cool, hard to find shit.
tucked in the heart of mid-market & soma pilipinas, indie darling is taking over 9,000 square feet comprised of two floors of arcade/bars and event space.
choo choooo
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choo choooo •
new new. no nostalgia.
we're curating a collection of arcade games you won’t see elsewhere - one-offs and homebrew arcade cabinets, rare low-run pinball machines, and installations that are more artwork than game. and if you’re working on something that slaps let us know!
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![indie game cabinet cakefoot at indie darling bar arcade in sf]()
cabinets
neon fever dreams that could only exist in a place like this. some of these beepboops are barely games and that's what's so cool.
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![unique indie game at indie darling in sf]()
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beyond pinball and cabinets, these “alternative control” games don’t play by the rules, and that’s why we love them.
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![indie pinball machine evil dead at indie darling arcade bar in sf]()
pinball
from modern interpretations of the classics, to cult classic themes—yes, pinball is back and it has no time for your pappy!
achievement unlocked:
best night ever
we’re not just slinging next-level cocktails—we’re unlocking the ultimate vibe with tournaments, league nights, djs, dance parties.
leagues & tournaments
from the queer pinball league to cabinet launch parties, we’ve got a welcoming community to join and grow with.
private party? LFG.
forget corporate hotel ballrooms and uninspired networking spaces—indie darling is where game culture and creativity collide. whether it’s a post-gdc mixer, a birthday, an anniversary, or a game launch party, we’ve got you covered.
about indie darling
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about indie darling *
indie darling is an experimental playground where you can unplug from the mainstream, sip cocktails (non-alcoholic options too) and dive into the offbeat humor and bold creativity of indie makers, all while surrounded by a vibe that’s equal parts fun and unapologetically weird.
