Brooklyn Bowl.
Brooklyn Bowl.
4.5
Wednesday
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Thursday
6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Friday
6:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Saturday
12:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Sunday
12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
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Neighbourhood: Williamsburg
How to get there
- Bedford Ave • 6 min walk
- Nassau Ave • 8 min walk
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louise s
Leeds, UK11 contributions
Aug 2023 • Couples
A brilliant place, very friendly staff and great looking. We went to see a funk dance band and they were exceptional. It was only $20 to get in and the drinks are very reasonable. I would deffo recommend a night out either bowling or listening to music and take in a visit to Williamsburg if you’re staying In Manhattan. It’s a very friendly and trendy neighbourhood.
Written 14 August 2023
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David B
Brooklyn, NY1,677 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Went bowling on a Sunday afternoon with my wife and 8 yo daughter. They charge for lanes by the 1/2 hr. Who bowls for 30 minutes anyway? Service was good drinks as well, but a little more pizazz with the food, i.e. make nachos more appealing like with salsa guacamole etc…plus different sauces for buffalo wings. Could lower the price on draft beers to.
But we’ll be back for more strikes on the bowling alley,
But we’ll be back for more strikes on the bowling alley,
Written 15 October 2023
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Junebuggs
New York City, NY84 contributions
Jun 2019 • Friends
This is an amazing concert venue which serves just about all ages—no exaggeration! Visited multiple times for different events. On this particular occasion the reggae band ‘Taj and Adowa’ played. His sultry satisfying voice set the mood for my evening-desire satisfied.
The service is great, food can be better—shrimp and calamari WAYYY overdone. Red wine👍. Oh! Check out the restrooms-woodwork, admirable. Venue is 9mins walk from the closest train so cab-it if you are late. Go check it out!
The service is great, food can be better—shrimp and calamari WAYYY overdone. Red wine👍. Oh! Check out the restrooms-woodwork, admirable. Venue is 9mins walk from the closest train so cab-it if you are late. Go check it out!
Written 13 June 2019
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Alejandro G
Brooklyn, NY1 contribution
Feb 2013 • Family
My 5 year old had a bad slip and fall here. He badly injured his face and needed to go to the emergency room. He nearly broke his cheek. It took 5 days for anyone from Brooklyn Bowl to call us back. Finally we got a call from Steven (D.O.) who quickly stated "were not responsible" and that "Kids just get hurt" . I never expected such terrible guest relations from a place.
Written 23 February 2013
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Wilymay
Toronto, Canada21 contributions
Aug 2011 • Friends
I went to Brooklyn Bowl to see Quest love deejay and hands down the music was amazing. When we first arrived we had some great comfort food. I ordered the pull boy sandwich, my girlfriends ordered burgers and wings. The service was good, a little slow but not pretentious at all. When we made our way to the dance, the crowd was pretty chill and really into the music which was great.
Where the night fell apart was the bar staff. For some reason at the bar, one bartender refused to serve us (one of the four) Let me paint the picture, it was a group of 4 girls. And at the end of night when we approached him on the issue, he became very defensive and started yelling at us. Never once did he apologize.
In summary, I would go to this place again only for the music. The service was okay. I would definitely stay way from that bartender.
Where the night fell apart was the bar staff. For some reason at the bar, one bartender refused to serve us (one of the four) Let me paint the picture, it was a group of 4 girls. And at the end of night when we approached him on the issue, he became very defensive and started yelling at us. Never once did he apologize.
In summary, I would go to this place again only for the music. The service was okay. I would definitely stay way from that bartender.
Written 1 October 2011
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Elizabeth S
1 contribution
Jul 2022 • Couples
We drove all the way in from Franklin to bowl at this place and they wouldn’t accept my 23 year old daughter’s ID! No matter what we did they would NOT accept it! Unless you have your passport I would not recommend showing up to this crazy place.🤦♀️
Written 9 July 2022
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NYCGal05
New York City, NY29 contributions
Jun 2019 • Friends
First timer at BB, been looking forward to for ages.
Pros: great set up for bands, good sound, decent food, good selection of drinks, screens throughout to see the band if you’re towards the back
Cons: no seating where the stage is, could easily have bar stools, can’t sit at the bar where the booths are and have a drink, was turned away during the show, bar service in the main area is cold & impersonal, too far from subways in either direction (guess it’s ok if you live in Brooklyn, but not good for coming from the city)
I would possibly go back, but with Irving Plaza, Webster Hall (open again), and the Cutting Room, in the City, won’t be rushing back.
Pros: great set up for bands, good sound, decent food, good selection of drinks, screens throughout to see the band if you’re towards the back
Cons: no seating where the stage is, could easily have bar stools, can’t sit at the bar where the booths are and have a drink, was turned away during the show, bar service in the main area is cold & impersonal, too far from subways in either direction (guess it’s ok if you live in Brooklyn, but not good for coming from the city)
I would possibly go back, but with Irving Plaza, Webster Hall (open again), and the Cutting Room, in the City, won’t be rushing back.
Written 8 June 2019
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Steph K
Leeds, UK74 contributions
Sept 2018 • Couples
This was at the top of our list of places to go in Brooklyn. We went on a Tuesday around 7pm so we could take advantage of the happy hour drinks. A band was playing on the evening so we got discount on the bowling by purchasing gig tickets. The bowling is set by a timer, so you pay by the half hour rather than per a game. This can be either advantageous or disadvantageous depending on your group size. We got in 3 games and had food alongside this.
The food was extremely delicious, and highly recommended. I had a veggie burger that was one of the best veggie burgers I’ve ever had.
I would recommend going here for the fun atmosphere and food. However, it can be expensive depending on your group size, when you attend (peak times), and factor in you have pay for shoe rental. Be wise!
The food was extremely delicious, and highly recommended. I had a veggie burger that was one of the best veggie burgers I’ve ever had.
I would recommend going here for the fun atmosphere and food. However, it can be expensive depending on your group size, when you attend (peak times), and factor in you have pay for shoe rental. Be wise!
Written 12 October 2018
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BBR-Reggie
Marietta, GA75 contributions
Jan 2014 • Friends
Not impressed at all with location and that we had to pay cover charge just to get in. Live band. Music okay. Very crowded and not enough room or places to sit. Many people not there to bowl but stand around and drink. Not enough lanes for those who wanted to bowl. Also bowling was expensive. Only thing awesome was food. Had roasted corn and chicken was fantastic but very pricy. Stick to appetizers. Definitely for much younger crowd who like to be elbow to elbow with loud music.
Written 14 January 2014
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Angela B
New York City, NY301 contributions
Mar 2023
Came here for a concert and wasn't quite sure of the set up based on the online pics. So...you have the stage, concert area to the back of the building/street side when you walk in. There is standing room only, and if you want a good spot, get there early. This pic below is from like 7:10 pm with a 7:30 show time. But the main act, it was packed, and I was almost pushed to the stage...so get there early. Not to mention if you're short...gotta be close to improve your sightline.
The music and sound was amazing! Standing so close to the stage you could feel the bass. Only downside was if you needed to go to the restroom, you are SOL trying to get back to your spot. We immediately closed into open space...so you move, you lose.
Show finished around 10:30pm and there was another late show?!?! So crazy. Getting a lyft/uber home was easy...train getting there was fine...back at night wasn't my cup of tea. :)
The music and sound was amazing! Standing so close to the stage you could feel the bass. Only downside was if you needed to go to the restroom, you are SOL trying to get back to your spot. We immediately closed into open space...so you move, you lose.
Show finished around 10:30pm and there was another late show?!?! So crazy. Getting a lyft/uber home was easy...train getting there was fine...back at night wasn't my cup of tea. :)
Written 19 March 2023
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Deciding whether to drive or take uber from Hicksville. How's the parking for concerts?
Written 22 June 2019
Parking? There's a lot of construction going on around the area that changes the parking zones every few months. I usually park by the HS on Bedford or Berry by N 12th st and walk over. There is a parking lot in the W hotel on N12th. Don't park close to the venue getting out is rough since you are surrounded by party goers from all the hotels and tourists who do NOT know how to cross the streets. Enjoy the show.
Written 26 June 2019
Well, I'll take that back. I must have been confused with what happened on past occasions. Take a look at the website. Cannot post the link though due to TA rules.
So, here's the skinny, from the BB site.
Special Events
Our lanes operate on a first come, first serve basis, but if you’re planning a party, large or small, please email events@brooklynbowl.
Lane bookings are unavailable on Saturday evenings.
Please check our calendar for a list of events, prices & times.
Submit Event Request
So, if you have a large enough party, it seems you can book ahead of time, except for a Saturday night.
Written 12 November 2017
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