I visited here upon a birthday invitation for my son's friend, so I can only comment on my time…read morehere as a guest. His friend's family reserved a private room for the birthday event, and I was thankfully able to locate it with the assistance of an employee. The service seemed decent. Orders were taken at a timely manner with food quickly being brought out and serving plates/trays cleaned up promptly once everyone was done grabbing food from the table. I really liked the cleanliness and décor of the place. Has a calming ambience with all the ocean vibes. I was not expecting duckpin bowling (I didn't do any research before coming here) but it seems ideal for a casual time. No one was really taking the bowling seriously since it was more of an event to get together, eat, and chat, so the duckpin bowling is good for all the kids to just bowl for fun and all the adults to chatter in between. I had some pizza, it was good enough (not cheesy enough for my preference but the taste was adequate). A fun time overall. I'm not inquiring about the price though lol looks a bit too fancy for me.

This is the nicest arcade/laser tag/bowling alley I've ever been to. There's a cafe AND what looks…read morelike a really nice restaurant with jazz on Wednesdays. And you don't see many duckpin Bowling alleys around, so that is very unique. Definitely a nicer than average place with something for the whole family!

Came out here for some mini golf and a drink; the facility is well maintained, staff is helpful,…read morethe mini golf course is entertaining, & food is all pretty good!

I've lived here in the Tacoma area and haven't been here until just tonight! We came with my 7yo…read moreson and he had a blast. Lots of arcade games, and the indoor mini golf was so fun! Affordable as well, and we will be back!

I recently returned to Paradise Lanes after stepping away from bowling league three years ago, and…read moreI'm so glad I did! Back then, the place was undergoing some changes and had lost its charm for me, but I was encouraged to come back and give it another shot. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted by Nicki, the supervisor, who immediately made me feel welcome with her genuine "How can I help?" She even took the time to walk with me to find my lane, which really set the tone for my visit. That kind of customer service is what keeps me coming back! The atmosphere has noticeably improved the lanes are clean, and there's a great vibe overall. I did have to flag down a waitress a couple of times for drink refills, but I understand league nights can get busy. If you're in the area, I highly recommend showing some support for Paradise Lanes. Don't forget to say hello to Nicki and the bar staff; they truly make the experience enjoyable! Looking forward to more nights of bowling here!

Bar/food waitress (young blonde one) is the rudest server u have ever met. Lack customer service or…read moreeven common courtesy of acknowledging customers. Highly recommend you consider other bowling alleys to make the best of your experience.

This is located downtown Tacoma so you can expect street/metered parking. They are closed on…read moreMondays and open the rest of the week, closed at 2am on Fri-Sat. It looks like there's a space for private parties but may have to ask about that. This place is good for family fun activities. But after 9 pm it's 21 years old and up only. This Arcade is so much fun! It totally reminded me of when I was younger. So nostalgic. They have old school pin ball machines and video games like PAC-man, Donkey Kong and they have air hockey and so much more. They serve pizza but unfortunately i didn't get to try it because we ate dinner before coming here. But I heard it was good. They have tons of choices for drinks. The ambiance is lit. I mean like bright lights, neon colors, and it's very loud. But I think that's to be expected. Also they have a DJ in the arcade which I've never seen in an Arcade. Service was great! People were friendly.

I visited this arcade bar with my kids hoping for a fun afternoon. Despite hearing about past…read moreincidents with protesters, I wanted to give this place a chance, hoping it had redeemed itself into a positive local spot. Unfortunately, the experience was completely ruined by the service. The owner, Les, was incredibly rude and unprofessional. When I politely asked why several of the machines weren't working, he responded with a short temper and a condescending tone that is unacceptable for any business owner. While my kids were able to play on the few functioning games, it is clear the establishment is being run down. You have to invest in your equipment; there is no point in staying open if you aren't honest about the fact that a majority of your games are out of order. As someone who runs a corporate firm, I know that respect and transparency are the foundations of customer service. If Les dislikes his business or his guests this much, he should sell it to someone who will actually appreciate the establishment and its customers. It seems obvious that this place will continue to struggle if the owner doesn't start actually caring for his business.

Huge parking lot made arriving and leaving super easy. The place has a bit of an old-school look…read moreinside and out, but that actually added to the good vibes rather than feeling dated. Chill atmosphere perfect for just hanging out and bowling without it being overly loud or chaotic. Bar prices were very affordable and you can take your drinks right to the lane, which is always a plus. Forgot my socks? No problem--they had cute bowling socks for only $4. The pizza kept coming and was genuinely tasty, so the group never went hungry. Overall a fun, laid-back night with good value. Would happily come back.

Buddies and myself were at this location the other and left very dissatisfied. I believe lane…read moreconditions are more of a person to person situation so I won't discuss that. However, I lane was extremely faulty and we were not moved. The bowling balls would pile up in the back of the lane and not come back. We notified employees many times and were simply told to stop using heavier bowling balls, that they provide. Then, the lane would no longer set the pins. We had to reset the lane every single frame. Next, no matter how many times we reset the pins the machine would net spot the pins. When we asked to be moved we continuously were told in a sec. Keep in mind we paid for three games and all of this happened in the first game. When we asked for a refund we were told they don't do that. So not only did they waste our time, but they basically stole our money. I do not recommend coming to this extremely broken and outdated bowling alley. I have no idea how they hosts leagues here, can't even bowl one game without problems.

Three rows of claw machines were empty. No new figurines as Insta promised. Cheap rubber ducky toys…read morewere there instead. Offerings of grocery items is just a waste of space and our money. Please do better. The staff is nice, so it's not their fault. The management just need to stock machines and games like they do in Asia.

I've come here multiple times since opening at the bidding of my child. The amount I have spent to…read morewin my child stuft animals in the claw machine is something I am not proud of. The machine's are sent so you loose until it want's you to win, not because you are bad at the game. Thank you for reminding me to buy the toys on Amazon versus playing your set to fail games. As for the ticket awarding games, all great and make you feel like you're gonna clean the prize room. Then you realize the ticket requirements for tiny cheap things are astronomical. Multiple thousands of tickets will get a piece of candy and a slap bracelet. The employees have zero sympathy or care for your needs. Just use the machines and get out of there. I also feel the pain of the current economy people, but please don't shake me by my feet to get my 6 year old a 6 inch off brand Charmander stuffy. Do better Round 1. I promise we'll come back as a community if ya'll will be fair and honest with those that wanted to support you.

Food was great, game was fun, and customer service was outstanding. We had a great time bowling…read morehere. Bathrooms were clean, the smaller kids loved the arcade, and the atmosphere was just fun family friendly.

always a great time at secoma lanes! wait times aren't too bad and there's a bar, restaurant and…read moresmall arcade area that you can hang out at while waiting. lemme just say this tho, y'all need to hop on their chicken tenders!! they are sooooo bomb lol. for three games on a saturday night with shoes, it was about $25 a person to bowl. food and drinks are very reasonably priced as well. a fun spot for friends and family events!

It feels like forever since I last went bowling! We had a reservation for one lane for two hours,…read morewhich included shoe rental, and the total cost was $110. We made sure to check in 15 minutes early, as they suggested. While we were waiting and preparing for our lane, we noticed that everyone was bowling at lightning speed. The service was okay; it felt like the staff was just going through the motions. The atmosphere was quite calm. Although our lane experienced some technical issues that required us to wait a bit, cutting into our bowling time, we made the best of it. FYI, its an older bowling alley. Enjoy!!!

Run down, old style bowling alley. This is our second time here. The first time, they wouldn't let…read moreus bowl because they said there wouldn't be enough time. Today was the second time and they said we could play but made sure to let us know we had to be done within 45 minutes. Something so weird about feeling rushed. I paid for my two kids to play one game and it costs $20! Staff isn't very friendly. I don't know. I feel like if you're a local and this is your place, then this is your place... but honestly, I would choose to go somewhere else.

Robert was incredibly helpful and accommodating for someone who was looking for their first ball…read more He asked if I had an idea what I wanted, I let him know, and he watched me throw a few balls. I'm a very picky person, so I gave him a few conditions, and he still thought of other recommendations of balls for me. Ultimately, he told me I would be happy with any of the options presented, so I got the ball I wanted from the beginning. I felt no pressure of judgement at all, and Robert was very understanding. He helped drilled my ball perfectly for me, and the price was very reasonable compared to what I had seen online. I came in thinking I would only want one ball for a few years, but now knowing that this shop exists, I wouldn't be surprised if I came back for a second ball. Update: got another ball! Was helped by Tyler this time. I didn't make an appointment this time, but he fit in a ball drilling when he didn't have to. He was very busy but still helped me. These guys are great, cannot recommend them enough.

Went on Monday to get my first new Motiv Black Venom bowling ball fitted and drilled. Andrew was…read moregreat on my test run with the house ball to check my speed and way I bowl. He even taught me a proper finger placement to use for spares with my no thumb one hand Tom Daugherty style which worked like a charm and now will be implemented in my game and can't thank him enough for his attention to detail and customer service. Robert did an amazing job finding the right layout based on my speed and PAP. The holes drilled to my fingers swollen after bowling a few games to make sure they stay comfortable after a few games of play. The holes came out super comfortable with the smoothness and chamfer offset. After trying out my newly drilled ball I am super happy with the amount of hook and action and once I was able to zero in on the sweet spot and pocket it felt perfect. I highly recommend them and will be going back again once I get this ball dialed in consistently as my benchmark ball. Thanks Robert and Andrew!

I honestly can't recommend this place enough. I was completely blown away…read more From the moment we walked in, the level of professionalism and cleanliness stood out, especially for a kids' arcade and activity center. Everything felt well run and thoughtfully managed. One thing that really impressed me as a parent was the staff member monitoring the entrance and exit. He was incredibly attentive. He recognized us, noticed our child, and was clearly keeping track of who was coming and going. Of course, you should always watch your own kids, but having someone that alert adds a huge layer of peace of mind. We used a Groupon, and if you have ever used one, you know it can sometimes be a hassle, but not here. The process was seamless. A staff member radioed ahead for us, and by the time we got to the snack counter, they already knew what to do. No waiting, no confusion. We were set up immediately and on our way. That level of coordination was impressive. Every game we tried was working perfectly, including VR games, which is rare in most arcades. Even smaller details, like all the basketballs being available at the Papa Shot machines, did not go unnoticed. The kids' drop ride was a huge hit with my daughter, and the claw machines, which guarantee a prize, were a fun bonus, especially as a way to end the visit on a high note. The prize center was also well balanced, with reasonable ticket costs and fun options. They had some great games too, like rhythm games and classics, that made it enjoyable for both kids and adults. The real surprise was the food. We ordered pizza expecting typical arcade food, but it exceeded expectations by a mile. It was soft, fresh, and genuinely delicious, easily better than what you would find at places like Chuck E. Cheese. The entire dining area was spotless, which is almost unheard of in venues like this. Tables were clean. Floors were clean. Everything felt cared for. The service continued to impress throughout. Our food came out quickly, and when we finished, the staff handled all the cleanup. We actually went out of our way to find cash just to leave a tip because the service deserved it. We originally came for the full experience, including batting cages, laser tag, go karts, and mini golf, but honestly, even before doing any of that, I can confidently say this place is incredibly well run. Based on everything we experienced, I have no doubt the rest will be just as great. If you are a parent looking for a fun, safe, and well managed place for your kids that you will actually enjoy too, this is it.

Be careful going to Family Fun Center. I used to really like this place, and hosted several…read morebirthday parties here. Over the years the technology they use doesn't seem to be keeping up, where things will glitch causing lots of time and effort to get the tickets earned reflected on your card. Luckily we took a picture of the ticket rings that were won at the claw machine prior to adding them onto the card, but even after that, it was still a big hassle where management seemed suspicious that we were trying to dupe them out of tickets that were earned properly. What was surprising is that they didn't even bring the staff member over that scanned the ticket rings initially to confirm she had added the tickets. After adjusting the tickets, my card account was still active on the board, so I went back and checked to make sure it was closed out properly to avoid any further ticket issues. I asked the original staff member if she remembers adding my tickets, and she said she did but we should be good now as this was a system glitch. I accepted the explanation and took that as issue closure. Later when we went to pick prizes, another "lead" employee approached me (wish I would've taken her name), and immediately accused me of being rude and aggressive towards the staff member that added my original tickets. As a lead, I would have expected her to ask me if there was any issues with the employee, instead of outright accusing the customer. I asked her to clarify what was taken as rude or threatening, as I never raised my voice or said anything out of line even though this issue took some time to resolve. She wouldn't give me any specifics but just warned me to not be rude. Instead of getting into any further back and forth with her, I decided to just pick a few prizes and leave. I found it very unprofessional for the lead to approach me in that manner, while the Manager Tabitha didn't step in, even being close by. If something was said that was perceived as rude, let's bring everyone together and hash it out. I can guarantee *God as my witness* that I never said anything offensive, threatening, or rude to any of the staff members. All I did was provide details and proof that there was a system glitch and the tickets that had previously been added were not on the card. At no point did I ever blame or fault anyone at FFC for this issue. Rich Yee, if you'd like to discuss this matter with me directly please reach out.