Peasants FEAST opens new arcade in Solvang
SOLVANG, Calif. - Whether it’s playing Godzilla or the NBA JAM, fun is the name of the game at a new arcade center in Solvang.
"It’s the first one in the area and just looking to create a space for people to come through with their families and love ones and make memories and have fun," said owner Michael Cherney of Peasants FEAST and the new arcade.
"That old school vibe the lights the noise the pinball machine. It's also something to do in the valley," said arcade fan Taylor Delgado.
Cherney believes more youth activities are sorely needed in Solvang.
So he created a family-friendly entertainment area located at the downtown Peasants Deli & Market.
"There’s not a lot of Things to do for kids and even adults in the area and we raised two kids ourselves and there’s not a whole lot of activities outside of wineries and drinking and organized worts … so it’s a little gathering place for kids and adults and just have fun," said Cherney.
"Solvang definitely needs something for the 10 to 18 year olds and gives people an opportunity to play games hang out and be safe and have a good time," said arcade fan Dylan Bradley.
One of the games projected to be a fan favorite is the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pinball machine.
The arcade features over 15 vintage video and pinball games.
And the games are classics dating to the 1990s.
"My six year old self is screaming because I can play mortal combat and ninja turtles everyday it’s pretty awesome," said Bradley.
The owner hopes the new arcade will serve as another option for family-centered entertainment.
"The old school pinball machines are the fun thing. They will take my time. And I think kids like it too," said arcade fan Stormy T.
The new arcade opened on Thursday, Feb. 9.
The family-friendly entertainment space is located at the downtown Peasants Deli & Market at 473 Atterdag Road.
The arcade features over 15 vintage video and pinball games.
Michael says the games are classics dating to the 1990s.
There is also an air hockey “arena.”
Other popular games expected to be a hit for the community include a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles pinball game, The Fast and the Furious Tokyo Drift car racing game, NBA JAM, and Mortal Kombat.
The new arcade also features the all-time classics like Pac-Man and Galaga video games.
Other pinball machines include “Hook” and “Godzilla.”
Michael's wish to open an arcade is rooted in memories of his youth.
He believes it will also appeal to grown-ups.
The owner hopes the new arcade will serve as another option for family-centered entertainment.
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