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The Works Kitchen is a concept of GameWorks, Inc.

WHERE IT ALL BEGAN

GameWorks

GameWorks is an exciting entertainment and dining destination, attracting families, teens and millennials, to seven locations nationwide. Each location features a wide variety of the latest and most popular arcade and video games as well as eSports and other activities, such as laser tag, bowling and billiards.

GameWorks operates seven locations in Bloomington, MN (Mall of America), Chesapeake, VA, Denver, CO, Las Vegas, NV, Newport, KY,  Schaumburg, IL and Seattle, WA.

A BRAND NEW CONCEPT

The Works Kitchen

The Works Kitchen is the brand new restaurant concept located inside each GameWorks location. With hand-tossed pizzas, gourmet burgers, savory appetizers, and giant milkshakes you have to see to believe, you will quickly realize this is not your typical pub menu!

The Works Kitchen marks a new beginning for GameWorks Inc. as we refresh our brand and menu to bring guests the most appetizing and fun entertainment experience possible.

LET THE GAMES BEGIN

GameWorks eSports

Here at GameWorks, we lead the industry in eSports, or online gaming. With three state-of-the-art arenas and more to come, GameWorks offers guests of all ages the chance to test their mettle with the most popular online games, and against some of the world’s toughest players!

BOARD GAMES FOR ALL!

Tabletop Tap House

Voted the best sports bar in San Francisco, Tabletop Tap House is a GameWorks concept in the heart of the city in the bay. Serving a trendy menu and artisan drinks any millennial professional would love, Tabletop Tap House is a must stop restaurant.

Pull up a chair, order some food and drinks, and enjoy while you and your friends play one of our hundreds of tabletop board games!

In the Spotlight

News and Recognition

RESTAURANT HOSPITALITY

“GameWorks plans investment in food side of business” READ

RTT NEWS

“GameWorks appoints Phil Kaplan as Chairman and CEO…” READ

RESTAURANT BUSINESS ONLINE

“AT night you can go to a restaurant, you can go to a movie, or Disneyland, you can go to other roller coasters or theme parks. We’d like to have GameWorks as some place you can go consistently as a great night out.” READ

For press inquiries please email: [email protected]

Philip N. Kaplan

Philip N. Kaplan

CEO

Darren Des Roches

Darren Des Roches

COO

Jonathan Tang

Jonathan Tang

CFO

Tony Leitera

Tony Leitera

Chef

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A Look Inside

Get hungry with a peek inside The Works Kitchen menu.

BUFFALO CAULIFLOWER BITES

BRISKET BURNT ENDS BURGER

MEGA PEPPERONI PIZZA

EXTRA SPICY JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAIL

THE WORKS BURGER

MOVIE THEATRE MILKSHAKE

SUPERFOOD SALAD

BANH MI BURGER

6 CT. WINGS

BRISKET MUSHROOM PIZZA

THE GAMEWORKS SAMPLER PLATTER

EXTRA SPICY JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAIL

8-BIT BURGER

BBBL(T) SANDWICH

SOFT BAVARIAN PRETZEL

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Menu | The Works Kitchen

MENU

GameWorks wings are hand-tossed and fried in our signature seasoning.
Each order is prepared fresh with your choice of rub + sauce combination.
Best served SOS (Sauce On the Side) to savor the signature rubs.

. CHOOSE AMOUNT
6 WINGS $9 | 10 WINGS $15 | 20 WINGS $28

. CHOOSE A RUB
the steakhouse | the lime n’ herb | the widow maker | salt + pepper

. CHOOSE YOUR SAUCES
6-piece Choose 2 | 10-piece Choose 3 | 20-piece Choose 5

SAUCES:

buffalo sauce | Sam Adams BBQ sauce | spicy asian chili and garlic | house ranch | blue cheese dressing | wasabi cream sauce | honey + whole grain mustard sauce | Sam Adams beer cheese dip | Korean BBQ

**Prices and product availability may vary between restaurants

10” JUMBO PROP & PELLER SOFT BAVARIAN PRETZEL $9
honey whole grain mustard sauce | Sam Adams beer cheese

CHARCUTERIE STUFFED PRETZEL (serves 2-4) $17
Prop & Peller jumbo pretzel | salami | prosciutto | seasonal cheese | honey whole grain mustard sauce | Sam Adams beer cheese

CRUDIT.S STUFFED PRETZEL (serves 2-4) $15
Prop & Peller jumbo pretzel | seasonal dipping vegetables | honey whole grain mustard sauce | Sam Adams beer cheese | ranch

**Prices and product availability may vary between restaurants

BUFFALO FRIED CAULIFLOWER $9
spicy battered cauliflower florets | carrot | celery | ranch

NEXT LEVEL NACHOS $13
mixed tortilla chips | cheddar jack cheese | beer cheese sauce | charred chipotle salsa | guacamole | crema | cilantro | pickled red onions
add grilled chicken $4

SPICED + SEARED YELLOW FIN TUNA SASHIMI $11
Korean BBQ sauce | wasabi cream | scallions | sliced radish

EXTRA SPICY JUMBO SHRIMP COCKTAIL $10
marinated grilled + chilled shrimp | house made spicy sriracha cocktail sauce | lemon | tajin

GAMEWORKS SAMPLER PLATTER $23
fried cauliflower | mozzarella sticks | sweet potato fries | chicken tenders | jumbo pretzel | skin-on house fries | assortment of sauces

**Prices and product availability may vary between restaurants

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ADD GRILLED CHICKEN $4 | ADD GRILLED + CHILLED SHRIMP $6

GRILLED CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD $12
grilled chicken breast | romaine hearts | croutons | parmesan | cherry tomatoes | herbed Caesar dressing

GRILLED SHRIMP NO LETTUCE GREEK SALAD $14
tomato | kalamata olive | red onion | cucumber | grilled artichoke | red bell pepper | feta cheese | olive vinaigrette

SUPERFOOD SALAD $12
rainbow kale | brussel sprouts | napa cabbage | carrots | toasted walnuts | seasonal berries | Italian turmeric vinaigrette

THE TIN CAN CHEF’S SALAD $12
pepperoni | salami | cheddar | provolone | cucumber |

**Prices and product availability may vary between restaurants

HAND-TOSSED ARTISANAL PIZZAS

BRISKET MUSHROOM PIZZA $16
slow-roasted brisket | roasted mushrooms | horsey cream | caramelized onions

NEW ORLEANS JAMBALAYA PIZZA $15
grilled shrimp | andouille sausage | bell peppers | onion | cajun seasoning

THE ORIGINAL $11
hand tossed pizza | tomato basil sauce | mozzarella | parmesan | Italian herbs

MEGA PEPPERONI PIZZA $14
house sliced all-natural jumbo pepperoni

BRUSCHETTA PIZZA $13
tomato | fresh basil | garlic | aged balsamic

**Prices and product availability may vary between restaurants

ALL HANDHELDS SERVED WITH HOUSE FRIES | SUB SWEET POTATO FRIES $2 | SUB HOUSE SALAD $3

THE GAME BURGER * $13
half-pound burger | cheddar | provolone | lettuce | tomato | onion | pickle

THE WORKS BURGER * $21
grilled cheese stuffed double burger | onion straws | Sam Adams BBQ sauce | bacon | lettuce | tomato | onion | pickle

BBBL(T) SANDWICH $13
bacon | bacon | bacon | lettuce | fried green tomatoes | mayo | whole grain wheat bread

IMPOSSIBLE BURGER $16
vegetable based burger patty | cheddar | provolone | lettuce | tomato | onion | pickle

BACON BBQ HAWAIIAN ROLL SLIDERS * $13
beef slider | sharp cheddar | bacon | BBQ sauce | onion straws | pickles

BANH MI BURGER * $14
cilantro | jalape.o | pickled onions | carrot | cucumber | sweet chili | hoisin sauce

8-BIT BURGER * $15
fried mozzarella | pepperoni | bell peppers | parmesan | marinara

BRISKET BURNT ENDS BURGER * $15
BBQ brisket burnt ends | cheddar | onion straws | pickles

**Prices and product availability may vary between restaurants

THE UNICORN $9
nerds | rainbow sherbet milkshake | cotton candy | sugar cone

FROZEN BRUNCH $9
bacon | Belgium waffle | vanilla milkshake | maple | powdered sugar | whipped cream

SCHOKOLADE $9
chocolate malt milkshake | half a jumbo soft pretzel | KitKat | whipped cream | chocolate sauce

MOVIE THEATER $9
red rope licorice | M&Ms | caramel popcorn | chocolate milkshake | whipped cream

**Prices and product availability may vary between restaurants

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The Works Kitchen | brought to you by GameWorks

TASTE THE WIN!

The all new, totally delicious The Works Kitchen has landed at GameWorks.  With hand-tossed pizzas, gourmet burgers, an array of savory appetizers, and giant milkshakes you have to see to believe, this is NOT your typical pub menu.View MenuA GAMEWORKS CONCEPT

Play hard and work up an appetite

The Works Kitchen joins the GameWorks family as its in-house restaurant. Enjoy a meal with your family, a late night with friends, or savor a few appetizers on date-night while you play some of the best games out there. The Works Kitchen menu can be served directly to you – no matter where or what you are enjoying – within any of GameWorks’ seven locations.View MenuOur Chef

Tony Leitera

Chef Tony Leitera joined GameWorks in January 2018 as corporate chef to create its new restaurant concept, the Works Kitchen at GameWorks. Since that time, he has developed a complete menu of distinctive and delicious culinary creations which sets GameWorks apart in the entertainment space.

Chef Leitera and his culinary innovations have been featured in a range of publications including Bon Appetit, Las Vegas Weekly, Best of Las Vegas and many others. Chef Leitera has appeared in several chef-focused television shows on The Food Network, The Travel Channel and more such as Diners, Drive Ins, and Dives with Guy Fieri; The Best Thing I Ever Ate with Robert Irvine; Guy’s Big Project with Guy Fieri; and Who Wants to Be A Millionaire (Las Vegas Restaurant Week).

Game Works

THE WORKS FAVORITES

WINGS

WINGS

Choose from 6, 10, or 20 wings, and from 9 savory dipping sauces

PEPPERONI

MEGA PEPPERONI PIZZA

House sliced all natural pepperonis

SASHIMI

SEARED SASHIMI

Korean BBQ sauce | wasabi cream | scallions | sliced radish

CAULIFLOWER

BUFFALO FRIED CAULIFLOWER

spicy battered cauliflower florets | carrot | celery | ranch

BURGER

BANH MI BURGER

cilantro | jalapeno | pickled onions | carrot | cucumber | sweet chili | hoisin sauce

PLATTER

GAMEWORKS SAMPLER PLATTER

fried cauliflower | mozzarella sticks | sweet potato fries | chicken tenders | jumbo pretzel | skin-on house fries | assortment of sauces

Items and pricing may vary at each GameWorks location.

What People are Saying

“The Cauliflower Bites!”

“The Cauliflower Bites! They’re so good!! The buffalo sauce is just spicy enough!”

Brice Allen Myers

“like any good restaurant”

“I’d usually be nervous about food in an arcade, but The Works Kitchen is as good as any foodie’s favorite spot!”

Courtney Knight

“I can’t believe the milkshakes!”

“These milkshakes are massive! I wanted a second one because they are so good, but I couldn’t eat any more!”

Sami Cromelin

“Fun and food!”

“This place is PERFECT for date night with my wife, or drink out after work! We ate dinner, had a drink, then played games for an hour. ”

Chadwick Trentham

Hours of OperationThe works Kitchen’s hours vary with each GameWorks location.

For more information on hours of operation, please click HERE

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The Works Kitchen – National Release

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For Further Information, Contact: Susan Turkell, 303-766-4343, [email protected] OCTOBER 9, 2018 GAMEWORKS, INC. UNVEILS THE WORKS KITCHEN, A CHEF-DRIVEN RESTAURANT CONCEPT INSIDE ITS SEVEN LOCATIONS Eclectic Take on Traditional Bar Fare to Transform…

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The Works Kitchen – Rollout Newport

Newport, Press Release

NEWPORT, Ky.  …  September 27, 2018 … GameWorks, Inc., a full entertainment and dining experience millennials, teens and families with seven locations nationwide, announced today the unveiling of its eclectic, chef-driven restaurant concept, The Works Kitchen at GameWorks, at its Newport location.

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The Works Kitchen – Rollout Mall of America

Mall of America, Press Release

The Works Kitchen at GameWorks was imagined and created by Chef Tony Leitera who brings a 20-year culinary career to his new role as corporate executive chef. Prior to joining GameWorks in January 2018, Leitera collaborated with Guy Fieri on operating and expanding his branded locations.

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The Know – The Denver Post

Denver, News Coverage

GameWorks’ renovated restaurant leveling up cuisine for Colorado’s gaming community read full article HERE

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The Works Kitchen – Rollout Las Vegas

Press Release

LAS VEGAS … September 26, 2018 … GameWorks, Inc., a full entertainment and dining experience millennials, teens and families with seven locations nationwide, announced today the unveiling of its eclectic, chef-driven restaurant concept, The Works Kitchen at GameWorks,…

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The Works Kitchen – Rollout Denver

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LAS VEGAS … September 26, 2018 … GameWorks, Inc., a full entertainment and dining experience millennials, teens and families with seven locations nationwide, announced today the unveiling of its eclectic, chef-driven restaurant concept, The Works Kitchen at GameWorks,…

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The Works Kitchen – Rollout Seattle

Press Release

SEATTLE … September 26, 2018 … GameWorks, Inc., a full entertainment and dining experience millennials, teens and families with seven locations nationwide, announced today the unveiling of its eclectic, chef-driven restaurant concept, The Works Kitchen at GameWorks,…

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The Works Kitchen – National Release

OCTOBER 9, 2018

GAMEWORKS, INC. UNVEILS THE WORKS KITCHEN, A CHEF-DRIVEN RESTAURANT CONCEPT INSIDE ITS SEVEN LOCATIONS

Eclectic Take on Traditional Bar Fare to Transform Entertainment Concept’s Food Focus and Guests’ Food Experience

SAN FRANCISCO … October 9, 2018 … GameWorks, Inc., a full entertainment and dining experience for millennials, teens and families with seven locations nationwide, announced today the unveiling of its eclectic, chef-driven restaurant concept, The Works Kitchen at GameWorksacross all its seven locations.

The Works Kitchen at GameWorks was imagined and created by Chef Tony Leitera who brings a 20-year culinary career to his new role as corporate executive chef. Prior to joining GameWorks in January 2018, Leitera collaborated with Guy Fieri on operating and expanding his branded locations.

At The Works Kitchen at GameWorks, guests can enjoy selections from a varied menu that takes a Modern American spin on bar classics while also featuring hearty specialties and healthy options. The upscale food offering incorporates a contemporary approach to traditional favorites across a large variety of appetizers, handhelds (specialty burgers and sandwiches), salads and desserts.

Menu creations span, among many others, The Works’ very own “Twists,” an array of Bavarian pretzels; hand-stretched artisanal pizzas; savory snacks, such as buffalo-fried cauliflower; spiced and seared yellow fin tuna sashimi; and, dry-rubbed wings. Handheld specialties include the signature Works burger, a grilled cheese-stuffed 1.5-pound double burger, complemented with Sam Adams BBQ sauce and the notable plant-based Impossible™Burger, a popular gourmet vegetarian option.

To top off the meal, there are several extraordinary, mouth-watering milkshakes, such as the Frozen Brunch, a vanilla milkshake which boasts bacon, a Belgian waffle and maple syrup; the Movie Theater, a chocolate milkshake complete with red-rope licorice, caramel popcorn, chocolate candy and whipped cream; or, the Unicorn, a rainbow sherbet milkshake with rock candy and cotton candy, topped with a sugar cone.

“The launch of The Works Kitchen at GameWorks is an exciting development for our entertainment brand. We are placing a strong emphasis on the food we offer our guests, and with our exciting restaurant concept, we are completing elevating their dining experience. The menu at The Works Kitchen at GameWorks features a large selection of items, all done with a modern twist that makes our offering different and incomparable to the typical, traditional food and bar fare found at most entertainment concepts today. We believe there is something for everyone, and our food-forward fare caters to all ages and tastes,” Leitera said.

“At GameWorks, guests can have a complete entertainment experience in which food plays a major role. With this distinctive restaurant concept we’ve created, GameWorks is fast-building a reputation as an entertainment and eSports destination, and stands to soon become recognized for our food as well. Currently, we serve thousands of meals weekly to guests frequenting our restaurants throughout the nation, and The Works Kitchen at GameWorks will now appeal to an even broader audience,” Leitera said.

GameWorks’ Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Philip N. Kaplan, added: “We want our guests to enjoy a complete entertainment experience when they come to any of our GameWorks locations, which includes indulging in our restaurant, participating or watching eSports in our eSports Lounges, playing our wide variety of arcade games, and enjoying some of our specialty entertainment options, such as laser tag or bowling. The resurgence of our food offering will further differentiate GameWorks as The Works Kitchen at GameWorks takes food at entertainment concepts to a completely new level.”

Chef Tony Leitera began his culinary career training at Wolfgang Puck restaurants. He went on to open Cafe Deco in the Venetian Hotel & Casino in Macau, China, which features cuisines from around the world. He also was a member of the corporate training and chef team at The Capital Grille Las Vegas before transitioning into the role of executive chef partner at The Capital Grille Indianapolis. Chef Leitera worked with the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil stadium before being recruited back to his home town of Las Vegas to open Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen + Bar at the LINQ Hotel and Casino. Between 2014-2018, Leitera collaborated with Guy Fieri and his Knuckle Sandwich Culinary team to open other Guy Fieri-branded locations.

About GameWorks, Inc.

GameWorks, Inc.offers a full entertainment and dining experience for millennials, teens and families from seven locations nationwide, including those in Chesapeake, Va., Denver, Las Vegas, Nev., Minneapolis, Newport, Ky., Schaumburg, Ill. and Seattle. Each action-packed location ranges, on average, from between 20-30,000 square feet and features more than 120 of the latest, most popular arcade and video games. Other interactive activities, ranging from laser tag and state-of-the-art bowling alleys to billiards and attractions, are offered at various locations.

GameWorks is recognized nationally for its electronic sports gaming, which take place in its eSports Lounges, attracting 80,000+ guests annually who participate in or watch tournaments.

GameWorks also operates TableTop Tap House, a top-rated, popular restaurant, sports bar and social game hall serving modern American tavern-style food and drinks in San Francisco.

For more information, please visit www.gameworks.com, or connect with the Company on Twitter and Facebook

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The Works Kitchen – Rollout Mall of America

SEPTEMBER 28, 2018

For Further Information, Contact

Susan Turkell, 303-766-4343, [email protected]

GAMEWORKS MINNEAPOLIS UNVEILS THE WORKS KITCHEN,

A CHEF-DRIVEN RESTAURANT CONCEPT INSIDE ITS MALL OF AMERICA LOCATION

Eclectic Take on Traditional Bar Fare to Transform Entertainment Concept’s Food Focus.and Guests’ Food Experience

MINNEAPOLIS …  September 28, 2018 … GameWorks, Inc., a full entertainment and dining experience millennials, teens and families with seven locations nationwide, announced today the unveiling of its eclectic, chef-driven restaurant concept, The Works Kitchen at GameWorks, at its Mall of America location.

The Works Kitchen at GameWorks was imagined and created by Chef Tony Leitera who brings a 20-year culinary career to his new role as corporate executive chef. Prior to joining GameWorks in January 2018, Leitera collaborated with Guy Fieri on operating and expanding his branded locations.

At The Works Kitchen at GameWorks Minneapolis/Mall of America, guests can enjoy selections from a varied menu that takes a Modern American spin on bar classics while also featuring hearty specialties and healthy options. The upscale food offering incorporates a contemporary approach to traditional favorites across a large variety of appetizers, handhelds (specialty burgers and sandwiches), salads and desserts.

Menu creations span, among many others, The Works’ very own “Twists,” an array of Bavarian pretzels; hand-stretched artisanal pizzas; savory snacks, such as buffalo-fried cauliflower; spiced and seared yellow fin tuna sashimi; and, dry-rubbed wings. Handheld specialties include the signature Works burger, a grilled cheese-stuffed 1.5-pound double burger, complemented with Sam Adams BBQ sauce and the notable plant-basedImpossible™ Burger, a popular gourmet vegetarian option.

To top off the meal, there are several extraordinary, mouth-watering milkshakes, such as the Frozen Brunch, a vanilla milkshake which boasts bacon, a Belgium waffle and maple syrup; the Movie Theater, a chocolate milkshake complete with red-rope licorice, caramel popcorn, chocolate candy and whipped cream; or, the Unicorn, a rainbow sherbet milkshake with rock candy and cotton candy, topped with a sugar cone.

“The launch of The Works Kitchen at GameWorks is an exciting development for our entertainment brand. We are placing a strong emphasis on the food we offer our guests, and with our exciting restaurant concept, we are completing elevating their dining experience. The menu at The Works Kitchen at GameWorks Minneapolis/Mall of America features a large selection of items, all done with a modern twist that makes our offering different and incomparable to the typical, traditional food and bar fare found at most entertainment concepts today. We believe there is something for everyone, and our food-forward fare caters to all ages and tastes,” Leitera said.

“At GameWorks, guests can have a complete entertainment experience in which food plays a major role. With this distinctive restaurant concept we’ve created, GameWorks is fast-building a reputation as an entertainment and eSports destination, and stands to soon become recognized for our food as well. Currently, we serve thousands of meals weekly to guests frequenting our restaurants throughout the nation, and The Works Kitchen at GameWorks will now appeal to an even broader audience,” Leitera noted.

GameWorks’ Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Philip N. Kaplan, added: “We want our guests to enjoy a complete entertainment experience when they come to any of our GameWorks locations, which includes indulging in our restaurant, participating or watching eSports in our eSports Lounges, playing our wide variety of arcade games, and enjoying some of our specialty entertainment options, such as laser tag or bowling. The resurgence of our food offering will further differentiate GameWorks as The Works Kitchen at GameWorks takes food at entertainment concepts to a completely new level.”

Chef Tony Leitera began his culinary career training at Wolfgang Puck restaurants. He went on to open Cafe Deco in the Venetian Hotel & Casino in Macau, China, which features cuisines from around the world. He also was a member of the corporate training and chef team at The Capital Grille Las Vegas before transitioning into the role of executive chef partner at The Capital Grille Indianapolis. Chef Leitera worked with the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil stadium before being was recruited back to his home town of Las Vegas to open Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen + Bar at the LINQ Hotel and Casino. Between 2014-2018, Leitera collaborated with Guy Fieri and his Knuckle Sandwich Culinary team to open other Guy Fieri branded locations.

About GameWorks, Inc. – Mall of America

GameWorks in Minneapolisis in the Mall of America at 401 East Broadway, Bloomington, Minn., 55425, 952-500-8700. The 31,000-square foot GameWorks Mall of America location features 100+ cutting-edge arcade and video games, including many with ticket redemption options, where winners can choose from a wide variety of exciting and fun prizes. Guests can also engage in a one-of-a-kind 12-lane bowling experience, with a black-lit alley, high-energy music videos, private bar and plenty of screens for sports viewing.  The locations signature attraction is state-of-the art sports viewing from a 40-foot high-definition video wall, containing 16 60-inch screens. GameWorks is well-known for its redemption and extensive prize offering, smoke-free environment, spacious and customizable private event possibilities and special areas where guests can engage in play from more than 40 classic board games.

About GameWorks, Inc.

GameWorks, Inc. offers a full entertainment and dining experience for millennials, teens and families from seven locations nationwide, including those in Chesapeake, Va., Denver, Las Vegas, Nev., Minneapolis, Newport, Ky., Schaumburg, Ill. and Seattle. Each action-packed location ranges, on average, from between 20-30,000 square feet and features more than 120 of the latest, most popular arcade and video games. Other interactive activities, ranging from laser tag and state-of-the-art bowling alleys to billiards and attractions, are offered at various locations.

GameWorks is recognized nationally for its electronic sports gaming, which take place in its eSports Lounges, attracting 80,000+ guests annually who participate in or watch tournaments.

GameWorks also operates Table Top Tap House, a top-rated, popular restaurant, sports bar and social game hall serving modern American tavern-style food and drinks in San Francisco.

For more information, please visit www.gameworks.com, or connect with the Company on Twitter and Facebook

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The Works Kitchen – Rollout Newport

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

For Further Information, Contact

Susan Turkell, 303-766-4343, [email protected]

GAMEWORKS NEWPORT UNVEILS THE WORKS KITCHEN,

A CHEF-DRIVEN RESTAURANT CONCEPT INSIDE ITS LEVEE WAY LOCATION

Eclectic Take on Traditional Bar Fare to Transform Entertainment Concept’s Food Focus and Guests’ Food Experience

NEWPORT, Ky.  …  September 27, 2018 … GameWorks, Inc., a full entertainment and dining experience millennials, teens and families with seven locations nationwide, announced today the unveiling of its eclectic, chef-driven restaurant concept, The Works Kitchen at GameWorks, at its Newport location.

The Works Kitchen at GameWorks was imagined and created by Chef Tony Leitera who brings a 20-year culinary career to his new role as corporate executive chef. Prior to joining GameWorks in January 2018, Leitera collaborated with Guy Fieri on operating and expanding his branded locations.

At The Works Kitchen at GameWorks Newport, guests can enjoy selections from a varied menu that takes a Modern American spin on bar classics while also featuring hearty specialties and healthy options. The upscale food offering incorporates a contemporary approach to traditional favorites across a large variety of appetizers, handhelds (specialty burgers and sandwiches), salads and desserts.

Menu creationsspan, among many others, The Works’ very own “Twists,” an array of Bavarian pretzels; hand-stretched artisanal pizzas; savory snacks, such as buffalo-fried cauliflower; spiced and seared yellow fin tuna sashimi; and, dry-rubbed wings. Handheld specialties include the signature Works burger, a grilled cheese-stuffed 1.5-pound double burger, complemented with Sam Adams BBQ sauce and the notable plant-basedImpossible™ Burger, a popular gourmet vegetarian option.

To top off the meal, there are several extraordinary, mouth-watering milkshakes, such as the Frozen Brunch, a vanilla milkshake which boasts bacon, a Belgium waffle and maple syrup; the Movie Theater, a chocolate milkshake complete with red-rope licorice, caramel popcorn, chocolate candy and whipped cream; or, the Unicorn, a rainbow sherbet milkshake with rock candy and cotton candy, topped with a sugar cone.

“The launch of The Works Kitchen at GameWorks is an exciting development for our entertainment brand. We are placing a strong emphasis on the food we offer our guests, and with our exciting restaurant concept, we are completing elevating their dining experience. The menu at The Works Kitchen at GameWorks Newport features a large selection of items, all done with a modern twist that makes our offering different and incomparable to the typical, traditional food and bar fare found at most entertainment concepts today. We believe there is something for everyone, and our food-forward fare caters to all ages and tastes,” Leitera said.

“At GameWorks, guests can have a complete entertainment experience in which food plays a major role. With this distinctive restaurant concept we’ve created, GameWorks is fast-building a reputation as an entertainment and eSports destination, and stands to soon become recognized for our food as well. Currently, we serve thousands of meals weekly to guests frequenting our restaurants throughout the nation, and The Works Kitchen at GameWorks will now appeal to an even broader audience,” Leitera noted.

GameWorks’ Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Philip N. Kaplan, added: “We want our guests to enjoy a complete entertainment experience when they come to any of our GameWorks locations, which includes indulging in our restaurant, participating or watching eSports in our eSports Lounges, playing our wide variety of arcade games, and enjoying some of our specialty entertainment options, such as laser tag or bowling. The resurgence of our food offering will further differentiate GameWorks as The Works Kitchen at GameWorks takes food at entertainment concepts to a completely new level.”

Chef Tony Leitera began his culinary career training at Wolfgang Puck restaurants. He went on to open Cafe Deco in the Venetian Hotel & Casino in Macau, China, which features cuisines from around the world. He also was a member of the corporate training and chef team at The Capital Grille Las Vegas before transitioning into the role of executive chef partner at The Capital Grille Indianapolis. Chef Leitera worked with the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil stadium before being was recruited back to his home town of Las Vegas to open Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen + Bar at the LINQ Hotel and Casino. Between 2014-2018, Leitera collaborated with Guy Fieri and his Knuckle Sandwich Culinary team to open other Guy Fieri branded locations.

About GameWorks, Inc. – Newport

GameWorks Newport is located at 1 Levee Way, #2130, Newport, Ky., 41071, 859-581-7529. The 20,000-square foot GameWorksNewport location features 140 arcade games, including many with ticket redemption options where winners can choose from a wide variety of prizes. It also has 26 big screen televisions. The multiple big screens allow for unparalleled sports and entertainment viewing for large audiences. GameWorks is well-known for its redemption and extensive prize offering, smoke-free environment, spacious and customizable private event possibilities and special areas where guests can engage in play from more than 40 classic board games.

About GameWorks, Inc.

GameWorks, Inc. offers a full entertainment and dining experience for millennials, teens and families from seven locations nationwide, including those in Chesapeake, Va., Denver, Las Vegas, Nev., Minneapolis, Newport, Ky., Schaumburg, Ill. and Seattle. Each action-packed location ranges, on average, from between 20-30,000 square feet and features more than 120 of the latest, most popular arcade and video games. Other interactive activities, ranging from laser tag and state-of-the-art bowling alleys to billiards and attractions, are offered at various locations.

GameWorks is recognized nationally for its electronic sports gaming, which take place in its eSports Lounges, attracting 80,000+ guests annually who participate in or watch tournaments.

GameWorks also operates Table Top Tap House, a top-rated, popular restaurant, sports bar and social game hall serving modern American tavern-style food and drinks in San Francisco.

For more information, please visit www.gameworks.com, or connect with the Company on LinkedIn, Twitterand Facebook

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News Coverage

The Know – The Denver Post

GameWorks’ renovated restaurant leveling up cuisine for Colorado’s gaming community

read full article HERE

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Press Release

The Works Kitchen – Rollout Seattle

SEATTLE … September 26, 2018 … GameWorks, Inc., a full entertainment and dining experience millennials, teens and families with seven locations nationwide, announced today the unveiling of its eclectic, chef-driven restaurant concept, The Works Kitchen at GameWorks, at its Seattle location.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2018

For Further Information, Contact

Susan Turkell, 303-766-4343, [email protected]

GAMEWORKS SEATTLE UNVEILS THE WORKS KITCHEN,

A CHEF-DRIVEN RESTAURANT CONCEPT INSIDE ITS 7thAVENUE LOCATION

Eclectic Take on Traditional Bar Fare to Transform Entertainment Concept’s Food Focus and Guests’ Food Experience

SEATTLE … September 26, 2018 … GameWorks, Inc., a full entertainment and dining experience millennials, teens and families with seven locations nationwide, announced today the unveiling of its eclectic, chef-driven restaurant concept, The Works Kitchen at GameWorks, at its Seattle location.

The Works Kitchen at GameWorks was imagined and created by Chef Tony Leitera who brings a 20-year culinary career to his new role as corporate executive chef. Prior to joining GameWorks in January 2018, Leitera collaborated with Guy Fieri on operating and expanding his branded locations.

At The Works Kitchen at GameWorks Seattle, guests can enjoy selections from a varied menu that takes a Modern American spin on bar classics while also featuring hearty specialties and healthy options. The upscale food offering incorporates a contemporary approach to traditional favorites across a large variety of appetizers, handhelds (specialty burgers and sandwiches), salads and desserts.

Menu creations span, among many others, The Works’ very own “Twists,” an array of Bavarian pretzels; hand-stretched artisanal pizzas; savory snacks, such as buffalo-fried cauliflower; spiced and seared yellow fin tuna sashimi; and, dry-rubbed wings. Handheld specialties include the signature Works burger, a grilled cheese-stuffed 1.5-pound double burger, complemented with Sam Adams BBQ sauce and the notable plant-based Impossible™ Burger, a popular gourmet vegetarian option.

To top off the meal, there are several extraordinary, mouth-watering milkshakes, such as the Frozen Brunch, a vanilla milkshake which boasts bacon, a Belgium waffle and maple syrup; the Movie Theater, a chocolate milkshake complete with red-rope licorice, caramel popcorn, chocolate candy and whipped cream; or, the Unicorn, a rainbow sherbet milkshake with rock candy and cotton candy, topped with a sugar cone.

“The launch of The Works Kitchen at GameWorks is an exciting development for our entertainment brand. We are placing a strong emphasis on the food we offer our guests, and with our exciting restaurant concept, we are completing elevating their dining experience. The menu at The Works Kitchen at GameWorks Seattle features a large selection of items, all done with a modern twist that makes our offering different and incomparable to the typical, traditional food and bar fare found at most entertainment concepts today. We believe there is something for everyone, and our food-forward fare caters to all ages and tastes,” Leitera said.

“At GameWorks, guests can have a complete entertainment experience in which food plays a major role. With this distinctive restaurant concept we’ve created, GameWorks is fast-building a reputation as an entertainment and eSports destination, and stands to soon become recognized for our food as well. Currently, we serve thousands of meals weekly to guests frequenting our restaurants throughout the nation, and The Works Kitchen at GameWorks will now appeal to an even broader audience,” Leitera noted.

GameWorks’ Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Philip N. Kaplan, added: “We want our guests to enjoy a complete entertainment experience when they come to any of our GameWorks locations, which includes indulging in our restaurant, participating or watching eSports in our eSports Lounges, playing our wide variety of arcade games, and enjoying some of our specialty entertainment options, such as laser tag or bowling. The resurgence of our food offering will further differentiate GameWorks as The Works Kitchen at GameWorks takes food at entertainment concepts to a completely new level.”

Chef Tony Leitera began his culinary career training at Wolfgang Puck restaurants. He went on to open Cafe Deco in the Venetian Hotel & Casino in Macau, China, which features cuisines from around the world. He also was a member of the corporate training and chef team at The Capital Grille Las Vegas before transitioning into the role of executive chef partner at The Capital Grille Indianapolis. Chef Leitera worked with the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil stadium before being was recruited back to his home town of Las Vegas to open Guy Fieri’s Vegas Kitchen + Bar at the LINQ Hotel and Casino. Between 2014-2018, Leitera collaborated with Guy Fieri and his Knuckle Sandwich Culinary team to open other Guy Fieri branded locations.

About GameWorks, Inc. – Seattle

GameWorks Seattleis located at 1511 7thAvenue, Seattle, Wash., 98101, 206-521-0952. The 30,000-square foot GameWorks Seattle location features an eSports Lounge occupying approximately 2,000 square feet, which boasts 100+ game options, 40 PCs, over 20 plus (Xbox and/or PS4) gaming consoles and several couches for participating and watching. GameWorks Seattle hosts 25 plus eSports tournaments monthly. It also has 20 big screen televisions and two enormous projector walls. The multiple big screens and walls allow for unparalleled sports and entertainment viewing for large audiences. The game floor features 160+ games, including interactive arcade and video games, many with ticket redemption options, where winners can choose from a wide variety of exciting and fun prizes. GameWorks is well-known for its redemption and extensive prize offering, smoke-free environment, spacious and customizable private event possibilities and special areas where guests can engage in play from more than 40 classic board games.

About GameWorks, Inc.

GameWorks, Inc. offers a full entertainment and dining experience for millennials, teens and families from seven locations nationwide, including those in Chesapeake, Va., Denver, Las Vegas, Nev., Minneapolis, Newport, Ky., Schaumburg, Ill. and Seattle. Each action-packed location ranges, on average, from between 20-30,000 square feet and features more than 120 of the latest, most popular arcade and video games. Other interactive activities, ranging from laser tag and state-of-the-art bowling alleys to billiards and attractions, are offered at various locations.

GameWorks is recognized nationally for its electronic sports gaming, which take place in its eSports Lounges, attracting 80,000+ guests annually who participate in or watch tournaments.

GameWorks also operates Table Top Tap House, a top-rated, popular restaurant, sports bar and social game hall serving modern American tavern-style food and drinks in San Francisco.

For more information, please visit www.gameworks.com, or connect with the Company on Twitter and Facebook