A Real-Life Freddy Fazbear's Pizza Is Coming to New Jersey
The popular horror game "Five Nights at Freddy's" is making the leap from the screen to a real-life venue. A new Freddy Fazbear's Pizza is scheduled to open in 2027 at American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, N.J., according to coverage of the announcement.
The pizzeria will bring the franchise's iconic animatronic characters—Freddy Fazbear, Bonnie the Bunny, Chica the Chicken, and Foxy the Pirate Fox—to life. Guests can expect the venue to be located in the Park Court on Level 2, right next to Five Guys.
What to Expect at the Pizzeria and Arcade
The experience will stay true to the original game created by ScottGames, featuring quick service dining and an arcade. Visitors will be able to watch two animatronic stage shows: Freddy and the Fazbear Band performing on the Main Stage, and Foxy the Pirate in his Pirate Cove.
For those looking to fully immerse themselves, the venue will also offer survival-horror-inspired multiplayer game experiences, drawing on the franchise's themes.
Catching Up on the Games Before You Go
For those who want to understand the lore behind the horror story, several "Five Nights at Freddy's" titles are available now for purchase at major retailers including Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy. The games are offered for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox.
A recommended starting point is the core collection, which includes the first four games plus "Sister Location." From there, players can expand to spin-offs such as "Help Wanted: 1 and 2," "Security Breach," and "Into the Pit."
Retail listings include options like the "Five Nights at Freddy's: Core Collection" for Nintendo Switch at $33, and "Security Breach" for the Switch at $30, with some titles on sale.