There's nothing that improves a night out quite like a friendly (or not so friendly) game of darts, and thanks to the invention of electronic darts, this fun game is popping up at more and more venues around Birmingham. Whether you're looking for a quick competition with your mates, or planning a boozy outing at an activity bar, there's something for everyone in this city.
Wondering where to find this competitive pastime? We've rounded up the very best bars and pubs in Birmingham with a dartboard, from cool interactive gaming venues to old-school boozers offering the classic game.
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Last updated on 4th February 2026
Get on over to the oche at Arrowsmiths for a game or two in the heart of the city. Its interactive boards take care of the score, so you can focus solely on your throw.
To keep you refreshed, there's pizzas, small plates and sharing platters, plus classic cocktails and ice cold pints. There's even more good news - games start from just £4 per person.
The ultimate destination for interactive darts in Birmingham, Flight Club is the innovative concept that has reimagined darts for the 21st century. The fairground-inspired bar comes with 13 oches that can fit groups of all sizes, all complete with one of their cutting-edge electronic boards. These are equipped with a number of fun minigames to play with your friends, and they even add up your scores for you.
It's not just the games to be excited about here, as they also offer a long list of signature cocktails - our favourite is the Bakewell Sour. Enjoy these alongside a menu full of scrumptious sharing plates, from sourdough pizza paddles to chicken skewers and spicy cauliflower wings. And if all that sounds good to you then check out their weekend brunch socials, where you can nab an hour of social darts, a whole bottle of prosecco each and unlimited pizza from just £30 per person.
Venture out to Solihull to discover Arrowsmiths, the digital darts experience found within the O'Neill's on Poplar Road. Prices start from just £9 per person for 90 minutes, promising state-of-the-art gameplay on their electronic boards while you sip refreshing pints, spirits and classic cocktails from the bar.
There are all sorts of delicious dishes up for grabs too, ranging from calamari strips and halloumi fries to stone-baked barbecue chicken pizza. And for groups of 20 or more, book a party package for £30 per head - including 90 minutes of darts, a welcome drink on arrival and an indulgent buffet spread to share.
If you're looking for a good time at the oche, get down to D.J. Quinn's. Its Double Tops interactive darts experience is fast-paced, tech-driven and a whole lot of fun.
Whether you're here solo, with a date, mates or the gang from work, you can take up to two private boards for throwing arrows. When it's time to refuel, there's ice cold pints, creative cocktails and perfectly poured Guinness.
Though it may be best known for its multiple American pool tables, Felson's on Broad Street also boasts a dartboard in the bar area. This relaxed venue provides a friendly space for drinking and gaming, ideal for challenging your mates to a few rounds of darts whatever night of the week it is.
They also show live sport on their HD screens for some added entertainment, which you can enjoy alongside a top choice of cocktails and beers. Feeling peckish? Then take advantage of their extensive menu, including the likes of hot honey plant-based burgers, chicken tikka parmi or loaded mac 'n' cheese.
Located in Selly Oak, the Bristol Pear is a buzzing pub that's particularly popular among students. Not only does the lively bar promise comfy seating and HD screens showing live sport, but there's also a dedicated gaming area complete with two pool tables and a dartboard.
Sip on their signature tin can cocktails while you play, as well as munching on a menu of stone-baked pizzas, juicy burgers, chicken or cauliflower wings and so much more.
Offering a no-frills darts experience, Farthings is a great choice of cheap places to play darts in Birmingham. This welcoming boozer is located just outside the city centre in Castle Bromwich, complete with 12 screens showing live sports and a lounge area that boasts its very own dartboard.
When you've worked up an appetite at the oche, relax in one of their comfy leather booths to enjoy great quality beer and comfort food - think hearty burgers, chicken and pork rib platters or even an all-day breakfast.
Free Hour of Interactive Darts (minimum of 30 guests - subject to availability))
Wondering about the very best places to play darts in Birmingham city centre? Then check out 180 Club at The Rectory, located on St Paul's Square. There are 6 different lanes here, providing space for 12 players at a time, and you can even hire out the venue for groups of up to 150.
The social darts hotspot promises cutting-edge electronic boards, offering a number of fun twists on the classic game and adding up your scores for you. While you play, sip on creative cocktails and tuck into tasty eats - we're talking spicy Buffalo wings, crispy onion bhaji tacos, bacon cheeseburgers and more.
Situated on the iconic Broad Street, Boom Battle Bar Birmingham has got everything you could ask for and more when it comes to activity bars. Their electric darts lanes cost £40 to hire for an hour, with space for up to eight people at a time - promising a modern twist on the classic pub sport.
Fancy getting involved in even more of their games? They've got everything from augmented reality axe throwing to beer pong and crazy golf here, as well as DJ sets and private karaoke booths. And if that wasn't enough to tempt you, there's also a mouthwatering menu of street food on the cards, featuring crispy fried chicken burgers, loaded fries or salt and pepper squid - paired with cocktails aplenty.
Boasting a charming, cosy interior that blends modern and traditional decor, The Royal is a welcoming pub in Sutton Coldfield. Their High Flyers darts experience comes with interactive boards, available to book for groups every single day - starting from £11 per person for 90 minutes.
Sip refreshing pints while you play, and be sure to check out their darts food packages too. These include everything from bubble and squeak cakes to sausage rolls with red onion jam, while the all-day menu features plenty of hearty pub classics.
A favourite among locals and visitors alike, The White Hart in Tiles Cross provides a welcoming atmosphere at all times. There's a traditional dartboard in the bar area, as well as a pool table, and they show everything from Formula 1 to football on the big screens as well.
The comfortable, relaxed setting makes for a great atmosphere, whether you're at the oche or just enjoying their two-for-one cocktails - we recommend the Absolut Exotic Peach.
A traditional pub that's been popular among locals for decades, The Old Court can be found in the Kings Heath area. The bar is broken up into different cosy spaces that promise dining tables, fun games and multiple HD screens showing live sports.
They've got a classic dartboard to challenge your mates on, while sipping a great range of beer, wine and spirits. What's more, they also serve tasty plates like burgers or sharing boards.
Located in the Bullring, Lane7 is a brilliant gaming bar and bowling alley that's all about competitive fun with your friends. They've got multiple dartboards to play on, as well as everything from curling and shuffleboard to beer pong or even karaoke.
Stay refreshed with one of their many drinks options in between games - we're talking coconut matcha daquiris, pineapple scotch highballs or a frozen margarita, alongside plenty of beer, wine and mocktails.
