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One Up

We are opening a new bar arcade in the heart of Broad Ripple on the north side of Indianapolis, IN.

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We are opening a new bar arcade in the heart of Broad Ripple on the north side of Indianapolis, IN.

We are opening a new bar arcade in the heart of Broad Ripple on the north side of Indianapolis, IN.

We are opening a new bar arcade in the heart of Broad Ripple on the north side of Indianapolis, IN.

We are opening a new bar arcade in the heart of Broad Ripple on the north side of Indianapolis, IN.

Michael Martinez
Michael Martinez
Michael Martinez
Michael Martinez
1 Campaign |
Indianapolis, United States
$945 USD 15 backers
4% of $20,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal
Overview
Our goal is to open and operate One Up, an arcade bar that is co-owned by Michael Martinez and Matthew Smith, at 723 Broad Ripple Avenue in Indianapolis, Indiana. We aim to create a nightlife oriented entertainment experience unlike any other currently offered in the Broad Ripple area. We will strive to provide a fun, accepting, casual environment to enjoy drinks and games with friends, while also hosting tournaments, trivia nights, and other events.

About this campaign

We are Michael Martinez and Matthew Smith. Combined we have 20 years of experience in the restaurant/customer service industry and a deep understanding of what it takes to make a bar not only work, but be a fun place for employees and guests. We both have a lifelong passion for video games, new and old, and decided to take on our own business venture we knew there was no better path than starting our very own bar arcade.

We have visited bar arcades across the midwest and know what works in them and what doesn't. We have taken the time to speak to the Broad Ripple community and know what they would like to see in a new bar.

We have our initial investment but we need your help to get us through the start up period that so many bars struggle in. Your support will help us with renovations of our space, purchasing new arcades machines,  general start up costs, and your name will be immortalized on our backer wall along with other perks.

What We Need & What You Get

The funding we will receive from this campaign will specifically go towards renovations of the space we are opening in  (i.e. paint, flooring, and electrical work) and partially towards the cost of our arcade machines. Even if we don't reach our goal, any amount is a huge help. If we pass it, that means we get to buy more cool arcades for the bar!

Some of the benefits to you for supporting us will be a free drink card, a One Up T-Shirt, free access to tournaments, entrance to our grand opening, and even your very own arcade machine.

The Impact

Broad Ripple is a fun and exciting hub of night life for northern Indianapolis. We want to add to that in our own unique way by being Broad Ripple's first bar arcade, providing a fun and interactive experience unlike anything in the area, and YOU can help us make that happen.

We are going to be taking over the empty space right on the main strip next to Hot Box Pizza, right across the street from the Chase Bank. This central location will make us easily accessible to anyone out walking the Broad Ripple neighborhood.

Risks & Challenges

Our biggest risk is that we both will be first time business owners. However, our level of experience in the restaurant industry leaves us with zero doubts or hesitation that this will prevent us from being successful.

We have years of experience in the restaurant industry, management experience, and will be working with the Small Business Administration arm of the U.S. government to ensure we are always on the best path to success. We have spoken with other area business owners and are entirely confident we are prepared to make this successful.

Other Ways You Can Help

If you aren't able to help us financially we understand, but that doesn't mean you can't help at all. Get the word out and tell your friends and family about our campaign. Share it on social media and show your excitement for what we're doing.

If you think you can help us in any other aspects of our business, please feel free to message us and let us know. We'd be happy to talk to you.

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Choose your Perk

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The Galaga

$55 USD
By supporting us with $55 you will receive your name on our backer wall as well as one of our T-Shirts, and a full meal, plus drink, on us! (Free drink and food offer will be emailed to you.)
Included Items
  • Name on Backer Wall
  • Free Drink Card
  • T-Shirt
  • Free Food Card
Estimated Shipping
October 2018
1 claimed
Ships to United States of America

The Green Shell

$10 USD
Supporting us with $10 will get your name on a wall in our bar with other backers. You will also receive our unending gratitude.
Included Items
  • Name on Backer Wall
Estimated Shipping
October 2018
0 claimed

The Hadoken

$20 USD
Supporting us with $20 will get your name on our wall of backers, as well as a voucher for one free drink at our bar. (Free drink offer will be emailed to you.)
Included Items
  • Name on Backer Wall
  • Free Drink Card
Estimated Shipping
October 2018
0 claimed

The Kamehameha

$35 USD
Supporting us with $35 will get you a super cool T-shirt made by a local Broad Ripple shirt company with our logo on it and your name on our backer wall. (Shipping free)
Included Items
  • Name on Backer Wall
  • T-Shirt
Estimated Shipping
October 2018
6 claimed
Ships to United States of America

The Galaga

$55 USD
By supporting us with $55 you will receive your name on our backer wall as well as one of our T-Shirts, and a full meal, plus drink, on us! (Free drink and food offer will be emailed to you.)
Included Items
  • Name on Backer Wall
  • Free Drink Card
  • T-Shirt
  • Free Food Card
Estimated Shipping
October 2018
1 claimed
Ships to United States of America

The Master Sword

$100 USD
For backing us with $100 you'll receive the previous rewards as well as access to our grand opening party that will take place before our official opening. Come hangout with us and all the people who have helped us make this a reality. (Access to opening party includes a +1. Free drink and food offer will be emailed to you.)
Included Items
  • Name on Backer Wall
  • Free Drink Card
  • T-Shirt
  • Free Food Card
  • Access to Opening Party
Estimated Shipping
October 2018
5 out of 30 of claimed
Ships to United States of America

The Press Start

$3,000 USD
By supporting us with $3000, you'll get your name on our backer wall, our T-Shirt, access to our opening party, and you will receive a Monday of your choosing to host your own private evening for you and your friends. We will provide a number of free kegs and some food for the event. An over $4000 value! (Access to opening party includes a +1.)
Included Items
  • Name on Backer Wall
  • T-Shirt
  • Access to Opening Party
  • Rent Out Bar
Estimated Shipping
October 2018
0 out of 10 of claimed
Ships to United States of America

The One Up

$5,000 USD
This is the big one. If you back us with $5,000, on top of getting our T-shirt and access to our opening party, we will have a local arcade builder make you your very own arcade cabinet loaded with dozens of classic arcade games. Local Pickup ONLY. (Access to opening party includes a +1.)
Included Items
  • Name on Backer Wall
  • T-Shirt
  • Access to Opening Party
  • Custom Arcade Machine
Estimated Shipping
December 2018
0 out of 5 of claimed
Ships to United States of America

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