Think that the new pinball cafe that will open in Melbourne as well as what Allan Tate is doing in Queensland may see more of these type of establishments around Australia, we can only hope
I've heard that the Pinball Cafe in Melbourne has run into some problems... can anyone elaborate on this?
Just as it was about to open (july 2008) when the building caught fire due to an electrical fault. While no pins where burned, there was some smoke damage, with some suffering more than others.
The proprietor ('Finny') is in the process of cleaning them up and is still hoping to open up later this year. Apparently he may be able to get back into the building this month. He recently cleaned up a Monster Bash for sale (I don't think it was one he had ready onsite) to help things along - absolutely awesome restoration, but in the current climate he is a little reluctant to sell it as this one is worth top dollar (better than new, I would say).
Thanks ajlaird, that's also what I had heard about the Pinball Cafe on the grapevine. Good to hear that he is still planning on opening it.
