The Beer Research Institute Taproom & Arcade

We have been here a few times. The beer is always cold and tasty. The large variety of games is nice. It isn't just pinball and they have some unique ones as well. The service was great. I ordered a seltzer that I didn't care for and they offered to exchange it. I declined as they shouldn't take a hit because my taste buds suck. Everyone is always having fun, we always feel welcome. The noise level is what I expect as it's an arcade and bar. It will be a stop when on that side of the valley

BRI Taproom and Arcade is a fun place to go for a night out with the girls or date night. This taproom is a little different from others in the area, it has a UShape bar in the center, which I like with tables on the side with plenty of pinball machines on one side and video games on the other.BRI has a good selection of there beers on tap, I am a stout kind of girl and 90% of the time I go for Morning Sex but sometimes switch it up to Rice Krispy Bois, either way the beer is good!BRI Taproom is just a fun vibe, but if you are not into video games or pinball you can sit at the bar and people watch while others enjoy the games. If you haven't been, go give BRI Taproom a try!

Such a cool taproom, arcade, and bar! Our bartender was super cool and made sure we knew everything we neeeded to know to have a good time! This arcade has all the best games! From 1942 to Star Wars and an entire wall of pinball machines! Look up and you'll find a couple of old boob tubes playing some retro classics in the background. Overall, a really fun place to stop on your Main Street adventures in downtown Mesa. See you there!Things to know before you:1. No Quarters please! All games and pinball machines use tokens! ATM and token machine available onsite!2. Draft beers and a fridge with a select set of canned brews as well, including White Claw!3. No food/no patio - buuuut you can order from a few of the many delicious restaurants nearby, (walking distance) including Worth Takeaway, Gus's World Famous Chicken, and Tacos Chiwas to name a few...4. Have fun and don't forget to tip your bartender!!!

I've been to a few taprooms/bars on Main Street, but B.R.I. is a little different than the other ones. B.R.I. feels nostalgic and took me back in time. They have classic arcade games and pinball machines, the TVs have old shows/cartoons on, and the DJ plays great 80s music. They also have great beers on tap, and the bartender was very friendly and made great suggestions. I would definitely recommend going to B.R.I. for some great beer and classic games.

This place is a little different from the other breweries and taprooms on Main St. There's a large U-shaped bar which is great and they have a large selection of their beers posted on the board. I've always felt their beer was good but not out of this world good. I had the No Cash Value pale ale and it was OK. They are also an arcade so there are a ton of video games. I'm not really into video games so for me it was just a lot of unnecessary noise in the background.

My new favorite adult arcade! There are a few other Mesa video game spots, but this is my new favorite!

BREWERY ARCADE @thebeerresearchinstitute is doing some great things in Mesa. Stop by @britaproomarcade their new Tap Room Arcade and play some of the best arcade games from our childhood while @sweetpicklesb serves up some of their great brews. Located in ever growing DownTown Mesa, make it a destination or just stop in while brew hopping. Safe atmosphere for kids and video games are only .25 cents. Not offering food but they have a handful of restaurants that will hand deliver. #arcade #drinklocal #brewery #azbrewery #mesabeer #videogame #supermario #igfoodie #instafood #foodstagram #wheretoeataz #azfood #arizonafood #phxfood #foodpic #food #foodlover #foodphotography #foodporn #delicious #dinner #restaurant #foodie #foodblog #azfoodblogger #foodinfluencer #azinfluencer #azfoodieIG @charlies_culinary_chronicles

Doesn't seem to be a big deal if you don't get all of your change back. Contacted them on social media, although it was a quick reply...it wasn't a big issue

Great place on Main Street in Mesa. They have a great variety of beers (and they're not all IPAs for once). Tons of old pinball and arcade games. Kid and adult friendly but kids need to be out by 7 pm. 80s music like The Cure playing the whole time. What could be better?

This place is awesome! I come here for the open mic on Tuesday nights. The bartender Nate is a well seasoned veteran. The games and great beer selection make it a super fun environment. Recommend for a fun night out with some friends.