Just the fact that Metreon's arcade has vanished, Westfield Mall's theater arcade is horrid, and arcades as a whole is close to non-existent in the bay area makes Southtown not only a breath of fresh air but the only real arcade worth going to in SF. The arcade is mainly geared towards the fighting game community as their showcase of games span from Super Street Fighter II: Grand Master Challenge to Super Street Fighter IV: Arcade Edition with some shumps, a cabinet running Neo-Geo's arcade platform, and even Bishi-Bashi.
The price ranges are more than reasonable as the majority of the showcase is a quarter and the community for the most part is very welcoming and fun to play against. Space can be an issue at times when busy as the arcade is quite small but so long as you can sit and play your game, no problems there. This arcade has also had their fair share of streamed tournaments so if you think you're up to snuff, go for it! Aside from arcade games, Southtown also offers a number of stylish T-shirts that can be purchased at the counter.
I commend the staff here for making the effort of placing an arcade in a city which challenges establishments like this at every turn. Pay them a visit, grab some change, and enjoy yourselves.
447 Stockton St
(at Bush St)
San Francisco, CA 94108
Neighborhood: Union Square
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