What PINSTACK does

PINSTACK is a multi-unit family entertainment and casual dining operator headquartered in Dallas, Texas under parent Entertainment Properties Group, Inc. The company runs a chain of large-format (50,000-56,000+ square foot) eat-drink-play destinations combining state-of-the-art bowling (20-28 lanes per venue) with attractions including laser tag, high ropes courses, rock climbing walls, bumper cars, and 100+ arcade/VR games. The Plano, Texas-based flagship opened January 30, 2015, and the chain has grown to nine operational venues across Texas (Plano, Las Colinas/Irving, Allen, Austin, two San Antonio sites, Westlake) and Virginia (Loudoun County Kincora), with a tenth location announced for Charlotte, North Carolina in Fall 2026.

The differentiated product layer is SPARK, a proprietary augmented-reality bowling experience installed on VIP lanes that projects dynamic, themed graphics (including Angry Birds, Rival Rumble team competition, PinPix photo projection, Creature Feature) onto the lanes with a Heads-Up Display scoring overlay. PINSTACK PERKS, a tiered loyalty mobile application (iOS and Android), captures spend across bowling, dining, and arcade and provides premium members with priority lane-reservation access and birthday rewards. Brunswick Sync Scoring is integrated for lane management. Anchor food and beverage is delivered through Bite, a full-service modern American restaurant with a scratch kitchen, and a 24-draft-beer bar with 12 wines on tap.

PINSTACK monetizes across six streams: pay-as-you-go bowling lane rentals ($10-$68/hour by day/time/lane tier), shoe rentals ($5), restaurant and bar revenue, usage-based arcade/attraction play, event-hosting packages (corporate events, birthdays, team building, school groups) with 50% non-refundable deposits, and the $20 Premium PERKS subscription plus gift cards. Go-to-market is predominantly direct-to-consumer walk-in supplemented by online lane reservations, an OpenTable restaurant integration, and a direct sales team for group bookings. Customer base is diversified across families, youth/school groups, corporate clients, and adult social/couple segments, with no disclosed enterprise anchor concentration. The company is privately held under Entertainment Properties Group, Inc. with no disclosed external venture funding.

Name

PINSTACK

Legal name

Entertainment Properties Group, Inc.

Website

https://pinstackbowl.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

PINSTACK operates large-format eat-drink-play entertainment destinations combining bowling, arcade, laser tag, rock climbing, bumper cars, and full-service dining across nine locations in Texas and Virginia, with a Charlotte NC venue opening Fall 2026. The company serves families, corporate groups, and event-booking customers under parent Entertainment Properties Group, Inc.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Family Entertainment Centers

NAICS

Bowling Centers (71395), Amusement Arcades (71312), Caterers (72232)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Venue & Banquet Hall Catering (THAFAIAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Event Catering (Weddings, Social, Private Parties) (THAFAIAB), Wedding & Social Event Catering (THAHAKAE)

Keywords

• Family entertainment center
• Bowling alley
• Arcade and laser tag
• Casual dining restaurant
• Corporate event venue

Headquarters

HQ city

Plano

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Bowling: Hourly lane rentals ranging from $10 (early bird) to $58/hour (weekend prime time). VIP lanes available at premium pricing. Revenue from shoe rentals ($5).
2. Food & Beverage: Full-service restaurant with modern American menu. Revenue from dine-in, lane-side service, and patio dining. Bar features craft cocktails, 24+ draft beers, extensive wine selection. Signature items include 32-oz Stacked Shakes and specialty cocktails.
3. Arcade & Attractions: Video games, laser tag, rock climbing, bumper cars, high ropes course. Revenue from game card reloads and attraction-based pricing.
4. Event Hosting & Private Bookings: Birthday parties (kids and adults), corporate events, team building, school groups, holiday parties. Revenue from package sales requiring 50% non-refundable deposit. Minimum 10 guests for groups.
5. Loyalty Membership: PINSTACK PERKS free basic membership with $20 premium upgrade. Premium benefits include $25 birthday gift, $10 player card, 10% more arcade play, and early access to lane reservations.
6. Gift Cards: Physical and e-gift cards available for purchase online and at host stands.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

PINSTACK operates large-format, all-under-one-roof family entertainment and dining venues combining state-of-the-art bowling (including the proprietary SPARK augmented reality VIP bowling experience), arcade and video games, laser tag, high ropes course, rock climbing, bumper cars, and a full-service modern American restaurant and bar. Each venue is 50,000–56,000 square feet and offers private event spaces, lane-side dining, climate-controlled patios, and dedicated on-site event planners for corporate events, birthday parties, school outings, and group bookings.

Product overview

PINSTACK is a family entertainment and dining destination offering a unified eat-drink-play experience across multiple Texas locations, Virginia, and a forthcoming North Carolina location. The core offering combines state-of-the-art bowling (including the proprietary SPARK® VIP augmented reality bowling experience) with diverse attractions (laser tag, high ropes course, rock climbing, bumper cars, 100+ arcade games), all anchored by a full-service modern American restaurant and bar. The PINSTACK PERKS loyalty mobile app ties the ecosystem together, enabling point earning and redemption across all services. Event planning and private space rentals for corporate events, birthdays, and group outings represent a significant business line, with dedicated on-site event planners managing everything from intimate gatherings to buyouts of up to 3,000 guests.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SPARK: Immersive augmented reality bowling experience available on VIP lanes, featuring dynamic graphics and interactive themes.
• PINSTACK PERKS

Products and services

• Bowling (with SPARK AR experience on VIP lanes) State-of-the-art bowling lanes with lane-side dining service and the proprietary SPARK augmented reality interactive experience on VIP lanes. Available to walk-in guests and via online reservations.
• PINSTACK PERKS Loyalty Program Mobile loyalty program available on iOS and Android, enabling members to earn points on bowling, dining, and arcade play, access exclusive offers, manage their card balance, and receive birthday gifts. Premium upgrade ($20 one-time) adds $25 birthday gift, $10 player card bonus, 10% more arcade play, and early lane reservation access.
• Bite Restaurant Full-service modern American restaurant with scratch kitchen serving elevated comfort food, signature stacked shakes, craft cocktails, and bar offerings, with dine-in, lane-side, and patio service.
• Laser Tag

Quantifiable outcome

• State-of-the-art bowling with lane-side service and VIP bowling lounges
• +3 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration8 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Carter BloodCareminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAll three DFW PINSTACK locations hosted the LoneStar 92.5 Blood Drive benefiting Carter BloodCare. Community partnership supporting local blood supply needs.
• North Texas Food BankminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPINSTACK participates in Taste Of The Cowboys event raising money for the North Texas Food Bank. Charitable partnership supporting food security initiatives.
• 501(c)(3) Nonprofit OrganizationsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPINSTACK accepts donation requests from registered 501(c)(3) organizations through their online form. Donations support fundraising events, raffles, and auctions. Requests must be submitted at least 90 days before events.
• Brunswick (Sync Scoring)coreTechnology or IntegrationPINSTACK uses Brunswick Sync Scoring technology for bowling lane management. Allows players to enter names online in advance and displays scores directly at lanes.
• Entertainment Properties Group Inc.coreOthersParent company that operates PINSTACK entertainment venues. EPG Inc. owns and manages the PINSTACK brand across all locations.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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