community is what
makes this place
hey, we’re
indie darling
we’re here for the artists, the rebels, the game devs doing something new—and the people who love them.
we’re a small team of folks and this is our one passion project. that said there are various communities we strive to support and together we make this a safe place where we can all belong
come for the music, the custom cabinets, and killer drinks, stay for the vibes, the glow, and the feeling that maybe, just maybe, you’ve found your people.
first off, our name:
it has come to our attention that not everyone has heard of the term ‘indie darling’ so here’s a shortcut to your AI search:
an "indie darling" is an independent film, game, musician, or artist that has achieved significant critical acclaim, buzz, and a devoted, passionate following, often despite having a small budget, limited marketing, or lack of major studio backing.
what to expect:
⚡️ hand-picked indie pinball and video arcade games
🎨 art installations & video works, the heart & soul of SF
🍹 cocktails that glitch your tastebuds (non-alc too, duh)
🕹️ custom game cabinets, called “home-brews”
🎸 djs on the reg plus the occasional punk rock show
🌈 inviting vibes every time you walk in (unless you’re a dick)
sf built:
indie darling lives in the heart of mid-market + SOMA pilipinas
two floors, 9,000 square feet, and endless room for experimentation.
we work with bay area artists, musicians, indie game devs, and fellow weirdos to build a space that’s always evolving. no stale beer-and-pac-man energy here.
who’s behind the madness?
christian and elisabeth —the duo who brought you outer orbit (aka: the hawaii-pinball restaurant in bernal heights you still talk about)—are back. and this time, they’re building something even wilder. indie darling is their love letter to indie games, creative rebellion, and sf’s beautifully bizarre community.
keep arcades weird!
whether you're a gamer, maker, romantic, or just emotionally attached to pinball—you belong here. grab a drink. press start.