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Break Point

3.4 (159 reviews)
ModerateBars, Bowling
Closed • Closed
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BREAK POINT ATMOSPHERE

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DJ
Live music
Dogs allowed
Good for kids

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Alice M.

This is sports bar with bowling alley. It looks small outside but when you go in it's actually huge! When you get bored of playing pool table and want something different this is fun sports bar to come to only problem is parking we are lucky we have friends that live locally. Service and food is great as well. I'm a new regular here. I wasn't here when there was live band and DJ going yet. I will have to come back.

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Dan A.

First off Pacific Beach has difficult parking and they have paid meter parking. If you're like me though, you don't mind walking a quarter mile and driving around for 10 minutes looking for a parking spot. I came here for a Pittsburgh Steelers game, there was a really good crowd. In fact the bar was mostly full. The bartenders were friendly, but they were out of stock on quite a bit of items and it also took 40 minutes to get my french fries. The person next to me said they had to wait 50 minutes for a single order of tater tots. The biggest Takeaway here is if you're coming for drinks, most of the beers were out on draft and a lot of their liquor was out. If you're coming here for food, you're looking at a 35+ minute wait. That being said I've only experienced this on a game day. I personally don't think I will revisit this bar even though I'm a big Steelers fan. But I do think if they figure out the hold up with the kitchen and have their bar a little more stocked up this place could be much more successful and thriving. The bartenders were really trying to hold this place together as best they could. Fortunately, there are a lot of TVs, so there was no missing of any of the gameplay. They also did a raffle with prizes, that was cool. I did not win, but exciting nonetheless. Sidenote, there's also a small bowling alley in the corner. I believe there's two lanes. I don't know much about it, but I know it's there!

Jennifer H.

We came here after watching some football and even though there was some hiccups at the start, the bowling went smoothly. It's a per hour rate so depending how many you are that can lead into multiple rounds or just 1-2. We didn't have any drinks so can't say much about the bartender but it's definitely a big place. There are only 4 lanes of bowling so I could see it easily filled up.

Brittany T.

Food: 5/5 Drinks: 5/5 Portions: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 Cleanliness: 5/5 Customer service: 5/5 Speed: 4/5 Price: $$ ADA access: yes Restrooms: yes Vegetarian options: yes Ambiance: casual, group, party Pros: great service, good food, fun environment Cons: parking can be difficult

Anna C.

Johnny V's! I can still see the bones of the predecessor, and those Friday nights of yesteryears will always live on in spirit. But Break Point is a completely revamped space that is bright and modern. It also happens to be a Steelers bar, so the old Bub's Steelers crowd is here nowadays. Great place to catch the Steelers game with a lively crowd and some fun extras. Large projector screen and smaller tv screens from every angle make every seat a great spot to view the game. You can purchase raffle tickets for multiple prizes at halftime. Free beer at the end if the Steelers win. DJ and photographer on site to rock the party. Food was actually pretty good bar food, but the kitchen and service are pretty inefficient. Everyone was friendly, but the execution seems sloppy. Food arrived cold, and we had to flag down someone for everything - drinks, food, napkins, utensils, plates, free beer at the end. Apparently they've been open for four years, but I would've thought it was a new place working out the kinks. Luckily we were there for a few hours watching the game, so we had time to wait.

Jane A.

BOWLING IN PB (4 stars) Who knew they had bowling lanes? I didn't! Thought this was just a bar all this time. Didn't get a chance to eat or drink but came here to bowl. However, those that ordered food were very pleased and they do give generous portions. The rental shoes are average, the available bowling bowls are ok - could be better quality but they do the job. They have 4 bowling that seem well kept. The lanes are off to the side and they have two big comfortable round booths for those who are bowling. Very convenient to chill and hangout. The rest of the space was very accommodating for your hangout needs. Booths, tables, bar, tv, and the (small) public restrooms. Would like to come back and bowl and next time eat and drink too. Until the next visit....

Four bowling lanes!
Rob D.

Had a blast here! Super cool 4 lane bowling alley w great service!!! You can make reservations but we were there at opening and snatched up two lanes. Look forward to visiting again.

We were in town to see our grandson and we are so glad we found this Steelers Bar. Great staff and community of Steelers Nations. We will be back!

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Kelsey was awesome - we had a large group, old and young ages and she memorized everything and paced the service perfectly.

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I had a wonderful time and loved their venue space for a party!! Great service and friendly staff made for a perfect evening!

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4 years ago

I do like the drinks - but by far the slowest service. Been here multiple times to give it a couple chances. Always slow, such a bummer

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The staff is very friendly and welcoming. The food and dr are great, and the atmosphere is fun!

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Worst bar service in the area. Waited at the bar over 20min two separate times and never got a drink. First time here and won't ever go back

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Ask the Community - Break Point

Is it hard to get the buddy bumpers installed? Thinking of bringing our daughter in early on a…

Hi Bill, Bumpers are easy! Three of our lanes have programmable bumpers you can choose to have pop up per player. We also have 6 and 7 pound kids balls. We do not have ball… 

Good day! I wanted to inquire if UFC fights are shown here?

Hello, At this time we are not showing pay per view events. If the fight is not a PPV event, we… 

Any of the food gluten free? Or have gluten free options?

Hi Erica, We do have a few options that are gluten free, like the Crispy Brussels Sprouts… 

Can you reserve bowling lanes and if so what's the price?

Hi Kaimi, Thank you for your inquiry. Currently we are reserving lanes for large parties only. Smaller groups needing only one lane can bowl on a first come basis and we… 

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