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Beat The Bomb Brooklyn

Escape room center

One of the Top rateds in New York


Address

255 Water St, Brooklyn, NY 11201

Website

www.beatthebomb.com

Contact

(917) 983-1115

Rating on Google Maps

5.00 (12.7K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 11 AM to 10 PM
  • Saturday: 11 AM to 12 AM
  • Sunday: 11 AM to 9 PM
  • Monday: 11 AM to 9 PM
  • Tuesday: 11 AM to 9 PM
  • Wednesday: 3 to 9 PM
  • Thursday: 3 to 9 PM

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  • 5/5 Venus E. 2 years ago on Google
    Even if you beat the bomb you still get paint! The games were all fun and we would definitely do it again. Must have great team work. Wear athletic clothes. You will get super hot and there is a lot of moving.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael C. 3 months ago on Google • 111 reviews New
    We had an incredible time! With fantastic teamwork, we successfully conquered the challenges at Beat The Bomb! Although the RFID readers were a bit finicky and caused a slight delay, the staff made up for it by generously awarding us extra points and time for the final room. Opting for the VIP package was unquestionably a worthwhile decision. Additionally, I recommend taking advantage of the pre-parking deal since street parking is limited.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rai_ 1 year ago on Google
    I came with the best of the best from wba, that was the funniest experience of my life the games were fun and kept me on my feet. Not only was it a good experience but the workers were really nice and welcoming! Plus the bathroom smells so good☺️ (I’m gonna need that air freshener) W game, W experience, W workers, fun guaranteed👍
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anjanette G. 8 months ago on Google • 44 reviews
    This was fun. Went as a team building event for work. Definitely forced us to work together and made the leaders come out. It was fun, used our bodies. And the immersive arcade games afterward were great
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ken W. 2 years ago on Google
    The best escape room I have ever been to by far. The staff were all incredibly friendly but that did not compare to the design and execution of the games themselves. They were all very well done and a ton of fun. We did a corporate event with more than 20 people.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Piper M. 2 months ago on Google • 427 reviews New
    Loved the foam experience! It was delightful with a group of 5 and would be hard with less than 3 in my opinion. Overall I highly recommend it. The foam blast at the end is hilariously strong!

  • 5/5 Sara 3 months ago on Google • 52 reviews New
    My friends and I chose the Foam mission and we actually had a blast. The games were challenging and very interactive. There was staff always on site and they were absolutely amazing, helpful, and fun. Love your all's energy and would come back again. So much laughter and silly shouting, I thought I was going to lose my voice. Pretty friendly for kids and adults :) Attire: Came here during mid-January, so had on two long sleeves, long johns, and jeans. That was way too warm. Recommend wearing a t-shirt (or one thin long sleeve) and comfortable pants you don't mind to sweat in. Rooms might feel a bit stuffy especially after moving around a lot! You don't want to be wearing your nicest shoes. I was able to fit my winter jacket and small backpack comfortably. Lockers also have a built-in locking mechanism. Thank you all for the wonderful experience.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Christina E. 3 months ago on Google • 12 reviews New
    First of all I would like to thank Nick and Jackie. They provide a fun, and helpful environment for me and my family. Their energy was everything. The overall beat the bomb experience was super fun. We had so many laughs and enjoyed working together to complete the missions. My daughter is looking forward to doing it again one day.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Raphaela J. 1 month ago on Google • 351 reviews New
    We had a great afternoon at beat the bomb today. Wonderful activity for families and groups of friends. We worked so well together but also got worked up when we made mistakes. Great learning experience!

  • 5/5 Siera B. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a must visit place if you’re in ny. It was definitely one of my favorite escape rooms I’ve ever done. As soon as you walk in, you’re immediately greeted by the kindest workers. They were so helpful throughout the entire process & made us feel very comfortable & relaxed. The place is so cool & the rooms are challenging yet exciting. Definitely plan on going back soon!!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amelia 1 year ago on Google
    We hosted our corporate Q2 event here and everyone had a blast! Leading up to the event, staff was very responsive through email and answered all of my questions promptly. Upon arriving to the event, we were brought to our private room almost immediately and started gearing up the teams to enter each room. Avery and Jagger were so attentive and nice. We had a great time joking around with them and taking photos. They were just so nice and pleasant to be around. They let us be goofy and loud and truly enjoy ourselves :) A great experience and highly recommend!!!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Malachi B. 5 months ago on Google
    Beat the bomb is such an amazing time! The staff and manager were very accommodating to our needs, as this was our first time participating. Austin and Taylor were amazing hosts- they made everything clear, and were so nice and friendly. I think the right size for a group is 4 as to not get in each other's way per room. Definitely would go again very soon!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mathilde G. 2 months ago on Google • 81 reviews New
    My second time going, and I had so much fun again! Recommended for groups of friends. Good time & laughs guaranteed.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Elena K. 5 months ago on Google • 68 reviews
    I would come here definitely once not sure if I want to repeat this experience. It’s fun to come with friends and do solving puzzle games and at the end be washed with paint. Definitely worth it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Chris C. 1 month ago on Google • 48 reviews New
    It was fun but a few suggestions would be 1.) MAKE THE ROOMS NOISE PROOF!!! nothing worse than trying to think with 1000 kids screaming at the top of their lungs…. 2.) give some practice runs before each room, the instructions are sometimes unclear and we heard this FROM EVERY SINGLE GROUP… Other than the screaming kids and sweating horribly it was fun tho, would recommend
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Maria A. 7 months ago on Google
    My boyfriend and I decided to take a trip to New York and stumbled across this place and had a blast! Ange was super helpful, friendly, and really made our time here so fun. Also, she gave us great recommendations of other things for us to do on our trip. Definitely recommend coming here and thank you Ange!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 2611Lover 2 years ago on Google
    I went to beat the bomb today and had an amazing time. Ace greeted us, explained everything and was a doll. He's friendly, professional and a nice. Pleasure at the front desk. He kept us abreast on things and got us in. The experience here was just plain fun. Team work is highly recommended. I can't wait to go back and do it again!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 beth l. 7 months ago on Google
    Great birthday venue for teens. They had a blast and requested to do it again. We will definitely come back in the future.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Tina T. 1 year ago on Google
    Super fun experience! Went with a party of 5 and booked a VIP experience so we got a shirt and drink with our tickets. Had to wait a little after checking in to go into the room but you get to watch other teams in the rooms which was pretty entertaining. I personally would've preferred to have more clarity around what we were waiting for (was someone going to come get us, were we supposed to go somewhere, etc), though none of my other party members seemed to care so maybe it was just me. They gave you the option of having your drink before the game started but I would definitely recommend doing it after. The rooms get pretty warm so it was really nice coming out to a cold beverage after the fact. The games themselves were awesome. Definitely good team bonding happening as you need solid communication to get through the levels. My favorite was the lasers, I felt like I was in a spy movie. PSA: Average to above average mobility recommended for that game (bending, crawling, & high stepping may apply). The games include multiple instances where you need to scan a wristband that they provide, and we did have some issues at times with the wristbands not registering properly with the wall-mounted readers, which at times got frustrating. Overall we still ended up with enough time to beat the bomb despite that lag. 10/10 would recommend, will definitely be bringing other friends back here!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Harshita S. 10 months ago on Google
    Really great experience, incredibly professional and helpful staff - some of my team came in late (really late!) and they were still so sweet about it and did everything they could to keep them engaged. Definitely worth going to, even coordinating and planning was a breeze, I worked with Sam Laria every step of the way and he was so responsive and helpful, even added on an extra person 1 day before my event. Made my birthday a wonderful even, thank you beat the bomb for your awesome service, awesome staff, and awesome space!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jonathan H. 9 months ago on Google
    We had the most amazing birthday party for our Twin girls. The staff were wonderful and very efficient and a lot of fun too. We will definitely be back. Elaine.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aixa T. 2 years ago on Google
    We had an absolute blast in this place!!! It was so much fun. The experience in itself is amazing and the service was great too! I congratulate all the employees good job on being friendly and helpful. First you sign in and fill out a waiver. Then you’re given a locker to store your personal items and your suits! You follow the videos for instructions and you play each room for 10 minutes. THE ONLY ROOM THAT I THINK WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY WAS THE LASER ROOM. (We had a friend who had already been there and she said that last time she came when your body “touched” the laser it would make a noise and you would automatically lose a life. We discovered towards the end that the lasers were not working adequately so we were just running through them lol)The better you do the more time you will accumulate for the bomb room. The key is to have good communication and for everyone to REMEMBER THEIR PART! You will spend at least 1 1/2 hours there so plan accordingly. Street parking available. At the end you get pictures and a video of when you got bombed sent to your email.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Raymond R. 10 months ago on Google
    Best experience I had, I was in a team of three and we beat the bomb (No pun intended). The staff was great and helpful. The games themselves were fun to play although the wristband they provided was a lil bit unresponsive. Overall it was a great first experience
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael Del V. 2 years ago on Google
    I took my wife and 2 daughters here. It was my youngest daughter’s 15th birthday. We had a blast literally. It was so much fun, we definitely will be going back. The staff was super cool, and very understanding. My oldest daughter has autism. And they were very patient and understanding. This place rocks! I’m definitely telling all my family and friends about this super fun place so they can experience it too!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Theresa N. 7 months ago on Google • 64 reviews
    Had a very good time here. Came here with girlfriends and didn't know what to expect. I was surprised there were so many challenges but it was super fun. Definitely will come back. Us getting paint splashed was very fun and comical. I loved that the lockers were free to use while there and the hazmats suits covered everything. 👍🏾

  • 4/5 Kiminy 2 months ago on Google • 41 reviews New
    Extremely fun!! We held our annual Staff party here and all of the rooms were a great combination of teamwork, mentally challenging puzzle solving, and physical exertion. Not for the faint of heart but fantastic for groups looking for something different to do. Took away one star because they really need to be better organized for private parties. There was no dedicated event planner to walk us through the day of event. There was no option to pay per additional person on event date so if you had more attendees than the contract stated they would have to leave. The food was not presented for serving (covers still on, no serving spoons set up, napkins were a giant roll of paper, etc.). The bar was just the regular walk-up bar outside of the private party room that we had paid for and no hard liquor was available. Our prepaid beverage package was manually tallied one by one at the bar up front rather than using drink tickets for easy management. It’s a business meant for walk-ins and not well-prepared for group events or private parties.

  • 5/5 Ebby 1 month ago on Google • 8 reviews New
    Had a great time out with the family will come again for sure

  • 5/5 Brazil Y. 1 month ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    So much fun!

  • 5/5 Nassau I. 2 months ago on Google • 4 reviews New
    I had an amazing experience. The customer service was outstanding, this was exactly what I was looking for.” “I was so pleased with the service I received from this business….my family and I had so much Fun 🤩

  • 5/5 Sarah E. 4 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    so much fun!! Came back for the foam bomb. Both missions were so much fun, def recommend both. The staff are so patient and friendly. We loved it!

  • 5/5 Julian B. 1 month ago on Google • 3 reviews New
    Best experience!

  • 5/5 Monica P. 7 months ago on Google
    What an amazing experience! This truly about team work and communication, what a fun thing to do with family, and or friends. We will definitely be back!

  • 5/5 Lucas L. 5 months ago on Google
    Super fun!!! Love these kinds of experiences. We did the paint option and definitely would like to come back again for the foam one

  • 5/5 Reena 5 months ago on Google
    It was the best experience! The crew here were very helpful and attentive to us. Any issue that popped up, they quickly addressed. I am definitely doing it again with friends, family and my co-workers. Such a vibe!

  • 4/5 romarly v. 4 months ago on Google
    It was fun! I think the suits and covers could be a bit more effective. Why did I wear white shirt and shoes underneath for the paint 😭 guess I just have to actually win next time. My niece and her friends enjoyed themselves for her birthday. Expect to break a sweat for some of those challenges!

  • 5/5 Derrick N. 5 months ago on Google
    What a great surprise this place was for a birthday. The puzzles were great and physically involved verses just tech based puzzles which give you time to beat the last puzzle. We had great time and team work was very important for the last room. We didn’t make it out but we’re very close and I would go back again for someone who hasn’t gone at least once.

  • 5/5 Steven L. 6 months ago on Google
    Had the best time celebrating a birthday. The games were fun and the staff are so friendly and helpful, which made the experience even more fun. Will definitely recommend and come back!

  • 5/5 Samantha M. 6 months ago on Google
    My 15 year old daughter and her friend went and had a blast.. literally and figuratively! Beat the Bomb were accommodating, friendly, and practiced safety at all times. I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a cool couple hours of fun!

  • 5/5 mira 7 months ago on Google
    As a group of 8 doing Mission 01: Paint Bomb, we loved our experience! Checked in, stored our stuff in the free lockers, picked our team names, and were given a intro before we just hopped right on in! There are five levels total, the fifth being defusing the bomb (or you get painted ✨✨✨). Time really flies by because you’re just focused on each level and having lots of fun! Some of the readers for particular levels are a bit finicky, but we got through it. The laser maze was awesome! Overall, had a great time, it’s perfect for groups 4+ and more special occasions! It would also be good to come back again with different friend group configurations!

  • 5/5 Sharmin P. 2 years ago on Google
    We went as a family with kids 9, 13 & 15 … everyone had so much fun and the activities were appropriate and fun for all of us! Was very happy with the Covid safety measures. The staff was amazing with helping to take pictures and making it comfortable for my youngest who didn’t want to get bombed. Would definitely go again!

  • 5/5 Ciara F. 2 years ago on Google
    Wow! This was SUCH a fun experience for a group of friends!!! Unlike anything I’ve done before and perfect for a rainy New York day. I loved coordinating to try to figure out each room with my group and getting BLASTED with paint at the end! You get a locker for your belongings and provided with a suit and shoe coverings. It can get hot in the rooms so don’t wear anything too heavy. I’m STILL thinking about it and can’t wait to go back. We got awesome photos and videos as well. So worth it! Just go in with an open mind and be game for anything.

  • 5/5 M W. 2 years ago on Google
    This place was so much fun. All of the challenges are easy to figure out and really fun to play. Our favorites were the Hack and Grid room.

  • 5/5 Anthony M. 2 years ago on Google
    Unique and exciting experience. My whole work team loved it. Great way to build camaraderie within the group. I can't wait to dive into some of the other adventures. I highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Nicole K. 2 years ago on Google
    Amazing time! Staff was awesome, friendly, fun, helpful, particularly Joel aka Seth. The challenges in the room were really fun, definitely tests communication and teamwork and appropriate for many ages. We didn't beat the bomb, but isn't that the fun of it? We can't wait to return!

  • 5/5 Tina O. 2 years ago on Google
    Super fun activity to do on a weekend with friends or family. It does require team work and communication. It would be best to have a group of 4-5 people for the fun of it. We won at the end, which made us we feel accomplished. We still wanted to be splashed though because that was pretty fun lol.

  • 5/5 Demi S. 2 years ago on Google
    I went with my 2 children and mom and we had a good time working together to finish the game . It was such an amazing experience with the kids to get their minds moving. We left out their happy and satisfied with the the whole experience! I’ll definitely do it again with friends next time.

  • 5/5 Leslie E. 2 years ago on Google
    The Beat the Bomb experience was a highlight of our birthday extravaganza. Kids participated and parents watched. It was so cute. The kids were thrilled and were super excited when they got their score card. Greg and Matt at the front desk were so incredible. We got souvenir shirts for a steal. We will definitely come back. We are thinking it’s the perfect party venue. While we didn’t meet Mercy, she was in back and the one that hosed our kids down when they didn’t beat the Bomb. Such an amazing time! Could not recommend any more highly.

  • 5/5 Bex H. 1 year ago on Google
    We usually do escape rooms when we visit a new city but fancied something different and beat the bomb definitely delivered! Like your own video game it was a tonne of fun, excitement and required brains and little bit of physicality. Fuming we were so close to finishing but came up short - however we still had the best time. An experience I won’t forget! We played as only two of us and it was great as everything was tailored to the number of people in your team so it wasn’t an impossible feat!

  • 5/5 sweetfruit 4. 9 months ago on Google
    The boys had a great time playing Mission 1 and they Beat the Bomb! They are eager to return to play Mission 2. I was able to watch them on a monitor as they progressed throughout the challenge rooms (not that I had a clue about what they were doing, besides the laser tag room 😂). They were even invited to the Pro League.

  • 5/5 Kayla R. 10 months ago on Google
    Such a great time! And a lot of laughs! The staff was very nice and welcoming! Will definitely be returning in the future! Highly recommend for a date night or group outing!

  • 4/5 Eric W. 10 months ago on Google
    Fun team bonding activity. Nothing much like this. Great tech and challenges to test team coordination and communication. However, our group of 6 had one person unable to attend due to an emergency, and they wouldn’t refund us through original payment, only voucher. Not really ideal because we were visiting from another country. They take full payment before the appointment so be careful. Otherwise, a fun and challenging experience for all ages.

  • 5/5 Quiera H. 7 months ago on Google
    My Meetup group did an event here yesterday, and it was so much fun! Your team is given coveralls (and shoe covers and a helmet once you get into the bomber room) and you have to win different challenges in different rooms with the prize, being adding more time to the final challenge, which is where you’re trying to beat the bomb. It’s a great game for learning how to work together and practicing leader ship skills. But mostly just doing the activities is really fun summer physical summer Jess learning how to like communicate with each other, and all of them make you use different skills. 10 out of 10 recommend! They also make sure to give you your photos from in the game very quickly and everything is sent to your phone.

  • 5/5 Megan B. 9 months ago on Google
    Can't thank the Beat The Bomb team enough for helping our Duolingo team organize an incredibly memorable team event. Everyone left raving about how it was one of the best team activities they've ever done. We will definitely be back!

  • 5/5 Sharon B. 2 years ago on Google
    Such a fun group experience. A little different from other escape rooms because you actually need to coordinate and communicate with your team. It also integrates more technology, which is cool, although it can be a bit finicky. Best part is actually having consequences if you don't complete the room. Super fun and immersive! Come with friends who you can work with under pressure 😁

  • 5/5 tgspastaboi 8 months ago on Google
    This was an incredibly fun and unique experience. It really is like a video game and it's a fun one. Staff was friendly, funny, and helpful. The food was a bit cold when we ate an hour later, but I won't fault them for that. Food is also a bit overpriced, but that's because there's nothing nearby, so be mindful of the food. It's a great time and I highly recommend bringing your friends here. You'll love it.

  • 5/5 Afua Danso D. 7 months ago on Google
    My teens had an amazing time here! We unfortunately did not beat the bomb but the rooms were interactive and super fun! One of the rooms had us pretty frustrated but we enjoyed everything else. Would come again

  • 5/5 Edlin D. 7 months ago on Google
    Fun experience! Staff was friendly and informative. Can’t wait to go back

  • 5/5 leasik k. 7 months ago on Google
    this place was actually amazing. i went here with my family and we all had like a great time! they have a practice rom where you can practice the rounds and it actually helped. the employees were very friendly and fun to talk to! they thoroughly explained the rules and it made the game easier! everyone participated in the rules and it WAS AWESOME! at the end of the hey splashed us with paint and took photos and videos for us! this was actually a great place and experience if you want to go out with your friends or family and spend time with them! (great way to exercise too) 100/10 overall it was a great place

  • 5/5 Bryan Y. 1 month ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    A few of us went to Beat The Bomb and it was absolutely AMAZING. We interacted with all of the staff. I definitely suggest giving this place a try. Shout out to Victor, Von, Greg, Malcolm, and Austin for EXCEPTIONAL service. These guys deserve a raise! It was surprisingly busy for a Sunday that being said they interacted with all the groups there answering everyone's questions. Thank you guys for everything.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Naomi A. 5 months ago on Google • 2 reviews
    The GM Ladi was so welcoming and sweet! It definitely was a vibe 10/10 experience n ambiance along w staff friendliness. They saw me taking pictures and turned on a brighter light to help me out. It was a great birthday thank you so much Beat The Bomb 🙏🏼🫶🏼💚
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Melvin g. 1 month ago on Google • 1 review New
    Fire place, fun vibes and good activities. Recommend highly

  • 5/5 Belinda C. 1 month ago on Google • 1 review New
    Victor was fantastic!! Great service and very friendly everyone!

  • 5/5 SAVGODJUST 1 month ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    Best fun I had with friends


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