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Linthicum, MD

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AMF Southwest Lanes

3.3 (28 reviews)
Closed • 4:30 pm - 10:30 PM
Updated 3 months ago

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Lurine J.

Great service, and prices! My friend and I went hear for a couple of games of duck bowling, lots of fun and great time with a ball you can yeet down the aisle! This place is nostalgic and a great blast from the past. I will for sure be back!

Service was terrible. Took forever to get a pitcher of beer not to mention that was $20 and we ordered a kids meal chicken tender and we didn't get it for over 45 minutes on a Saturday night they only had 2 people in the kichen

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Merlin P.

I went with friends for duckpin bowling night, which was a lot of fun. The place looked just like any bowling alley. There was also a bar though we didn't realize that it was there because the door looks like it goes outside. Also, the food wasn't great. I ordered their cheesy bacon fries, which were barely warm when they got to the table and were barely covered in cheese. In short, if you're going to bowl, you'll have fun. If you're looking for an alley with good food, look elsewhere.

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1 year ago

Nice, clean bowling alley. Owners were very nice and helpful. Would definitely recommend bowling here.

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They don't fix there scoreboards on the TV always jacks them up and then they also don't have napkins holders on the table

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“We have had my son's birthday party here two years in a row.”

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Main Event Columbia

Main Event Columbia

(349 reviews)

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4/5 My boyfriend and…read moreI came to Main Event for a date night and overall, we had a really good time! There's so much to do that you can easily spend a few hours here. We ordered pizza, fish, drinks, and the cotton candy sherbet, and our food and drinks came to around $60. The food was pretty good, but the service could definitely improve. Our waiter took a LONG time, to the point where we were considering not tipping. He did make my boyfriend's drink nice and strong though, so he redeemed himself a little and we ended up tipping him. One thing that irritated me was when I asked for my fish to be well done. The waiter questioned why I wanted it well done since it was "already fried." I didn't really like that. If a customer asks for their food cooked a certain way, I feel like the request should just be passed along to the kitchen. For the games, I put about $30 on my game card and my boyfriend already had around $30 on his, so we had about $60 total to play with. We played air hockey, Connect 4 basketball, a shooting game, and raced each other on the driving games. We actually left without even using all of our game credits! We also did laser tag, which was $13 per person, and that was fun too. I loved that they had pool tables, although we didn't get a chance to play because they were all taken. My only other complaint is that we came around 8:30 PM expecting it to eventually become more of an adults-only atmosphere later at night because that's what we had been told. There were still a lot of kids around, so I do wish they had an adults-only time later in the evening, especially for couples coming for date night. Overall, though, we had a LOT of fun and I would definitely come back. It's a great date-night spot because you can eat, drink, play games, do laser tag, and actually interact with each other instead of just sitting at a restaurant. Overall: 4/5

1/2 STAR | MANAGEMENT NEEDS TO ANSWER FOR WHAT'S HAPPENING HERE!…read more If I could give this establishment half a star, I would. And quite frankly, even that feels generous. I've visited this location several times over the past month, and every single experience has been consistently disappointing. At this point, the issues I've witnessed go far beyond poor customer service. We're talking about serious concerns involving management conduct, employee supervision, sanitation, and the overall safety of guests. First, the establishment is constantly overrun with unsupervised children running around and causing chaos. Meanwhile, several employees appear extremely young and seem to be working unusually late hours, including school nights. It raises legitimate questions about employee scheduling, supervision, and compliance with Maryland's child labor regulations. Now, let's discuss management, because this is where my concerns become significantly more serious. During one of my visits, I personally witnessed a female manager leave the establishment, walk to the liquor store across the parking lot, purchase a bottle of alcohol, and return to her black Honda, where she sat briefly before coming back inside. What made this particularly concerning was that when I was close enough to speak with her, I could smell alcohol on her breath. This wasn't something I heard from another customer or an allegation passed around by employees. This was my personal observation. I cannot confirm exactly what she consumed inside her vehicle, but the circumstances, combined with the smell of alcohol on her breath, raised serious concerns about possible alcohol consumption while on duty. Why is someone in a management position potentially consuming alcohol during working hours while responsible for supervising employees, maintaining safety standards, and overseeing an establishment filled with families and children? This incident alone warrants an investigation by corporate leadership. And the sanitation? Absolutely unacceptable. I've observed kitchen employees going outside to smoke and returning to food preparation areas without washing their hands. I've also witnessed employees leaving the restroom without washing their hands before returning to work. Even more disturbing, I've observed what appeared to be rodent activity inside the building. Mice should not be freely roaming around an establishment that serves food to the public. There have also been incidents involving what appeared to be sexual activity in the restrooms, further demonstrating the apparent lack of supervision and accountability throughout this facility. I have photographs and videos documenting some of the conditions and incidents I've described, and I intend to submit relevant evidence to the appropriate regulatory authorities for review. What concerns me most is that these aren't isolated experiences. I've visited multiple times, on different occasions, and the same problems continue. Where is the accountability? Where is the oversight? Who is responsible for ensuring this establishment operates safely, professionally, and in compliance with applicable regulations? Customers should not have to question whether their food is being handled safely, whether employees are being properly supervised, or whether management is capable of maintaining a professional environment. I'm publicly requesting a response from corporate leadership or the ownership group, not another generic apology about how customer satisfaction is your top priority. I would like to know what steps will be taken to investigate these concerns, address any verified violations, and ensure the safety of both employees and guests. This is not simply a complaint about a bad experience. This is a request for accountability. I encourage other customers who have personally witnessed similar issues to report their experiences through the appropriate channels. Corporate management, the ball is in your court. I would appreciate a direct response addressing these concerns.

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Greenway Bowl

(56 reviews)

Greenway Bowl has that classic bowling alley feel. Nothing overly fancy, but that's part of the…read moreappeal. You go in, get your lane, and just have a good time. Whether you're going with family, friends, or just trying to get out the house for a bit, it works. The lanes are kept up well, and everything runs smooth for the most part. You're not dealing with constant issues, which makes a big difference when you're just trying to enjoy yourself. One of my favorite things is the galaxy bowling on Friday and Saturday nights. From 10pm to 1am, it's unlimited bowling, shoes included, for $25 per person. The lights, music, and overall vibe make it a whole different experience. Definitely a good move if you're going with a group or just want something a little more fun than regular bowling. It's a good mix of people too. Families, groups of friends, and casual bowlers all in the same space. It keeps the vibe fun without feeling chaotic. They've got food and drinks available, which adds to the experience. It's not gourmet or anything, but it does the job while you're there. Staff is solid. They keep things moving and help out if something comes up. Only downside is it can get crowded, especially on weekends or evenings, so you might have to wait for a lane. Overall, it's a reliable spot for a good time. Simple, fun, and a nice local option when you're looking to do something different.

Clean, older style bowling alley setup. Most of the staff is older and work at their pace not the…read morecustomers. The kid ramps were dirty which was a turn off for me to bring a kid. The bar server was great! All in all their weekday deal of 2 hour unlimited play shoes included was worth it at $15.99 per person including children which I found odd as every other bowling alley I have been to always allow kids under 6yrs to play for free or half price. When u go in pick out ur ball first then go and pay cause ur time starts right when u pay!

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Severna Park Lanes

(48 reviews)

We had a really good time at Severna Park Lanes. For a Friday night, it was mildly packed…read more Initially when checking in, they told us a 5 minute wait, then changed their minds and gave us a lane. No biggie either way. Checking in was a bit confusing though, I've never been to a bowling alley where you play and then pay when you're done. It's nice, but odd. Staff was friendly enough. I wish they were more engaged. We were next to a bunch of lanes with tons of out of control kids and mothers more interested in gossiping. Which would have been fine if they stayed in their area, but the kids kept running through our lane area, sliding all over the place, etc. Would have been nice if staff would have attempted to corral them. Prices were average for typical over-priced Maryland. Wouldn't stop us from coming back. Lanes were clean, well functioning, shoes clean. Snack bar is frustrating. Cash only, but not mentioned anywhere obvious, didn't find out until after I tried to pay, then had to run back to the S/O to get cash. The vending machine prices are outrageous. $2.50 for a bottle of water. I must've missed the memo that bowling alleys now act like theme parks. We did the 10-pin bowling, but they offer duck pin bowling which is nice. Overall, we'd definitely go here again.

It is absolutely unbelievable and embarrassing the way Severna Park Bowling Alley has gone…read moredownhill. Other bowling alleys in the area have done updates, remodeled, and have great customer service. This location, in a very nice area, is the worst. We paid for an hour thinking it should not be hard for 4 people to get in two games. First, we get handed shoes that are HORRIBLE. They were dry rotted and coming apart - we had to ask for new ones. Like - can you see the condition of these shoes before you hand them to a customer? Then, they said they would check to make sure the lane was cleaned up. Well, there was no trash, but the table was disgusting and WE had to get napkins and water and wipe it off. Then the box to put your names in to start the game didn't work and we had to go TO the desk to have them enter in names. Hardly any ball size variety - lots of 8 and 10s but that's it. Then the bumpers were up from the last people who played and we had to go up and ask them to remove them - they aren't even electronic. They had to walk over, walk down the lanes and put down the bumpers. THEN, our lane was SO SLOW. People next to us on both sides were finished their second ball before our first one cleaned up the pins. So, with no one taking any breaks, we got in one game and 4 frames. We complained so many times, I wasn't asking for more time to finish our game. We decided we will NOT be back to Severna Park unless they get friendlier staff and upgrade their facility. I'd rather drive further to Crofton where everything is updated than bowl here again. It actually deserves ZERO stars.

AMF Southwest Lanes - bowling - Updated October 2026

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