The food was fine. I wasn't expecting anything crazy. Servers were understaffed and it felt like we had to chase them a little but it was manageable. My sister had received a gift card here as a gift from her coworkers for her birthday, so we were in no hurry. My main issue is that their payment system was down, so they had to manually process my payment. I ended up getting overcharged and paying an extra $50. So I provided my information to them so management could call me back and they could process a refund. Surprise surprise, they never called me back. Thanks. read more

We returned here with the kiddos and their parents to enjoy Pinstripes' weekend brunch buffet with Santa. It was a most fun, comfortable, enjoyable, festive, and delicious outing. The plentiful and delicious brunch buffet goes for a very reasonable $35 per adult, $15 for kids 6-12, and free for kids 5 and under. Throw in a photo session with Santa and Mrs Claus and it's a fun holiday deal that can't be beat. This particular Santa was the most fun and gregarious Santa I have ever encountered also. After the photos, he spent some quality chat time with the kids he encountered. The food and food layout and seating layout here were great and it's a much better setup here than at the overly spread out Oakbrook location. I particularly enjoyed their prime rib, smoked salmon, and waffles with home-made whipped cream. Our server was prompt and attentive despite how busy it was. FYI - Pinstripes had some financial difficulty and was recently bought out by an outfit called Punch Bowl Social. They have closed some locations nationwide, but thankfully both Oakbrook and Northbrook look safe for now per the media. Yaay, and best of luck going forward! read more

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I always love coming to Pinstripes, especially during the holiday season when they decorate so beautifully. After seeing the national news, I came to realize that many Pinstripes' locations have closed, but fortunately this one was purchased by a different owner to keep it going. At the host desk, where you check in to get a table, I've always asked for their vegan menu. This time, however, they told me they no longer have one which was disappointing. (Later, I found one on their website.) I ordered their whipped hummus appetizer which comes with some veggies and crostini. It's also one of their happy hour specials so it was a great price! For dinner, I ordered their super salad which was an incredible blend of veggies, figs, raspberries, etc. The service was excellent; our server was very friendly and attentive. The one thing that I would highly recommend that this location do immediately, is clean the walls next to the booth. And if they can't be cleaned, they should be repainted. They are in bad shape. read more

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This review is purely for a carry out experience. I couldn't get the order to go through on my phone, couldn't get it to process through on my laptop. Then I ended up calling which was OK enough. Note that if you have to call over the phone they do not let you set a future pickup time, it just becomes an ASAP order. We ordered a selection of flatbreads - the lobster, margherita, and the veggie. The flatbreads were not especially large and were OK. Came in a nice thick box that was easy to carry out the 3 of them. Not a lot of sauce on the margherita, but I think that's how the flatbreads are supposed to be. I was still glad that they took the gift card I had, but note that gift cards are only usable if you call in your order. read more

Pinstripes - Bowling Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

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Great spot for large parties or celebrations. We did a graduation dinner here and our family had their outdoor reception area all to ourselves. Lots of space and great service. Food was good for what it was, but wouldn't come here on the regular. read more

Pinstripes - Filet Mignon Trio - Bowling Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

Went here for an Easter brunch and had a fine experience. I had previously gone to the South Barrington location for a brunch, so I already knew what to expect. That is, a nice buffet with above average presentation and a wide variety of different food options to satisfy all needs. Given the spacious layout of Pinstripes, it's pretty easy to wander around the different stations to get food without feeling too cramped. Even when the dining room was completely full, our server Sargoon was able to quickly refill drinks, clear plates, and checkup on us from time to time. Throughout the meal, there were also other staff who periodically helped to clear the plates as well, so that finished dishes weren't sitting around for too long. The food itself is fairly good for brunch food. In particular, freshly baked/griddled items such as waffles, biscuits, pizza, etc. really shined and were noticeably better than most buffets. The quality of ingredients was also quite evident in the sausage, smoked salmon, salads, fruit cups, etc. that all tasted quite fresh. The prime rib here is pretty good, though not as good as steakhouses that offer a brunch option. With that said, the entrees overall are better than most brunch places I've been too -- with items such as the pastas, grilled veggies, and brussell sprouts standing out as delicious savory items. The dessert table is quite a site to behold, though I found the actual sweets to only be okay. I've had better elsewhere, but the different options to go with the chocolate fountain definitely make for a fun experience. Overall, worth a stop if you want to enjoy a delicious brunch. This is one of the more upscale and elegant options that is great for a special occasion. read more

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Great place for a party. Good selection of food. Nice to have games to play Plan a Christmas party there. So much fun for all read more

I've been to Pinstripes many times over the years and it's a fun place to have some food and drinks, and get in a frame or two of bowling! Service is good and the drinks and food are all good. They have many specials over the week so check out the website for the special that speaks to you!! My only complaint is that you can dine and bowl at the same time. Why is that a problem? Because a few times I was with a group waiting for a lane to open, when all of a sudden a huge tray of food arrives and all bowling ceases while the food is consumed! Not a huge deal and we decided to bowl here in the off-hours to avoid the long waits at peak periods! read more

I attended a special celebration at this location on a Saturday in mid October - a bar mitzvah. We were situated in the far right banquet/party room with access to the outdoor fire pit, etc. the party had 100+ kids plus adults so it was very crowded. The layout was really nice and all of the service people that we ran into were very friendly and helpful, especially the one serving food and beverages. The kids were served an appetizer buffet with cheese, curds, mini cheeseburgers, and other items for their main meal. I think they also had chicken tenders and some other items which I couldn't see clearly. The adults were served family style, which was garlic bread, ravioli, salmon, and Caesar salad. I thought the adult food overall tasted really good. And there was plenty of food for everybody at the table. My only qualm is the soft drinks, Pepsi, didn't taste like it had enough carbonation or was cold enough. Overall, we had a really good time there there's plenty of parking out front. The location was clean. The restrooms were clean. Can get very loud for an event. Kids seems to have a good time. read more

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I came here on a weekday for lunch with some friends. We had a reservation and were seated promptly. This is my first time at Pinstripes - I've heard many good things about their weekend brunch which I'll have to try one day. I was surprised to see how fairly busy they were for a weekday lunch. I'm glad we made reservations. I ordered the spicy crispy chicken sandwich with parmesan fries. For dessert I got the warm brownie with ice cream. Everything was delicious and my friends and I had a great time catching up. read more

Pinstripes - Warm brownie & ice cream - Bowling Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

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Tuesdays is Two-Fer Tuesdays where you can buy one item and get a second same item for free. We chose the baby back ribs and substituted the parmesan fries for truffle fries. The ribs were fall of the bone and full of flavor, however we questioned if we actually received a full slab as the portion seemed small. The truffle fries were a bit over seasoned with pepper and took away from the truffle flavor. Our server was wonderful though and she made sure were had everything we needed. While we came for dinner a bit early the dinner rush hour filled up fast and kept the servers on their toes. The manager noticed we were waiting for our bill and stepped in to get us our check and processed our payment. It was nice to see management helping out! read more

Pinstripes - Chicago-Style Baby Back Ribs with Truffle Fries - Bowling Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

Great food and service! The lobster flatbread is delicious! .................................................................................................................................! read more

Been to a few different Pinstripes locations but never this one. Met some friends on a Monday night. They have a Happy Hour in the bar Mon-Fri from 3-6 with limited small table seating. Since we're were having dinner,we sat in their Bistro area. They also have a huge outdoor patio with outdoor seating as well. It was fairly crowded mainly because of their Monday unlimited Chopped Salad and Spaghetti and Meatballs special for 12.00. Needless to say,we all took advantage of this special. My wife is Gluten Free so they made her salad and pasta gluten free with an upcharge of only 2.00. The Signature Chopped Salad is the real deal..grape tomatoes,roasted corn,kalamata olives,gorgonzola,burrata,cannelloni beans ,dates and crispy noodles. Delicious! The spaghetti was with a flavorful marinara sauce with beef meatballs. You can add a meat sauce for 2.00 extra. The food was delicious,our server Emma was fantastic and we were not rushed at all. I will definitely be back ,maybe to try their Happy Hour specials in the bar area. read more

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The service and management is unhelpful. We had a digital gift card, receipt and order number. They weren't able to look up our gift card and they wouldn't honor it even though we drove an hour to go bowling and use the gift card. The manager didn't come out to explain or support us. We had to email their marketing team to get the email sent. There was no email and we checked our spam. I understand things happen with technology and they should too. Unacceptable. read more

My family went to Pinstripes for brunch on Easter weekend. Brunch is served buffet style. They have a huge selection to choose from. They offer an omelette station, ham and roast beef station, waffle and donut hole station, eggs, bacon, sausage, vegetarian and breakfast pizza, and many more items to choose from. Some of my favorites were the waffles, donut holes, and biscuits and gravy. The waffles were crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. The biscuits were moist and flaky and the sausage gravy was a perfect compliment. Don't forget to visit the dessert table featuring a chocolate fountain, cookies, strawberries, rice krispies, marshmallows, and more. Since it was Easter weekend, we got to take our picture with the Easter bunny. Since it was Easter weekend the brunch buffet cost more but I didn't see anything additional on the buffet to justify the price increase. In addition to great food, you can also play bocce and bowling. I recommend Pinstripes, I'll just come on a non-holiday weekend next time. read more

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If I could give this place zero stars, I would. From start to finish, this was one of the worst experiences I've ever had. We arrived 15 minutes early for our scheduled bowling time, only to be told to wait. Fine, we were patient. But then 10 minutes past our scheduled time, we were finally told where to go--without a single bit of instruction on how to set up the lanes or anything else. They mentioned a waiter would come by, but it took 20 minutes for anyone to show up. And once the waiter arrived, he was almost never available. The screens at the lanes were flashy but super confusing to use, and there was no help in sight. The bathrooms? Absolutely disgusting. I wouldn't send my worst enemy in there. It's clear they haven't been cleaned properly in who knows how long. Accessibility is another glaring issue. This place has no button or automatic door for wheelchair users, which is an unacceptable oversight. If someone with mobility challenges wants to get in, they have to rely on someone else to hold the door for them. It's 2025--how does a business like this not have something as basic as this? Then it was time for us to head to the restaurant, which only made things worse. The waiter ignored us repeatedly, even though it was obvious we needed assistance. Worst service EVER. Once seated, we waited over 30 minutes for food, and when it finally arrived, no proper utensils were given. Water? Forget it. I had to physically go to the water station where the waiters were supposed to be getting water and grab it myself--three times. We noticed other tables who arrived after us got their food long before we did. When our food finally came, we asked them to slice a cake we'd brought, and instead, they brought it to us whole and never refrigerated it, despite our specific request. The waitress was completely MIA the entire time. We had to hunt her down multiple times, and eventually, we gave up. We ended up getting our own silverware, water, and anything else we needed. The staff situation is baffling. There were so many people working--especially at the front desk--but none of them seemed willing to actually help. Even during bowling, there were no waiters around, despite four employees standing around at the desk. To top it all off, multiple times during dinner, staff tried to clear our plates while we were still eating. I literally had to stop them and say, "My food isn't finished yet." But when plates were empty, they sat on the table for another 30 minutes before anyone bothered to clean them up. I provided dietary restriction information ahead of time, and even that was eventually ignored. This place has so much potential, but it's clear they either don't know how to train their staff, or they have no idea how to manage or staff the place properly. It was just a hot mess from beginning to end. I'd much rather go to a traditional bowling alley and then head somewhere decent for dinner. Avoid this place unless you want frustration, bad service, and a complete waste of time and money. read more

Pinstripes - Don't come here... - Bowling Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

Horrible experience. Tonight was "buy one get one free" so we ordered the salmon sandwich which we've had many times here and it was literally a fraction of the size that it normally is. I got chicken dumpling soup and there was one dumpling in it, I am not joking. The salmon also was quite tasteless And our friends had a Caesar salad that they said was terrible. What a shame this place used to be fabulous. It is done. read more

We decorate here on a regular basis and we love the party rooms, the food, the staff, and the easy setup. I recommend this venue to all of our clients. Megan, North Shore Balloon Decor read more

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Avoid this place. Food was ok, drinks were overpriced and just not impressed. Hard to get anyone to help you at the bar.

**DON'T BOOK YOUR EVENT HERE^**This was my first time here for my cousin's wedding. Not only was the service horrible for the wedding reception dinner- but regular customer service was absolutely terrible! Aside from the lack of attention to detail during the dinner reception- which left dirty plates on the table and never served wedding cake- which sat in the back- they never served and "couldn't find" the next morning. (I think the manager is "still looking for it ). Move to the next morning- my cousin paid for a private room and brunch for 35 people- the private room was only set for 25- which meant 10 of us had to sit in a section outside (not a big issues). However- we sat there for 40 minutes, waiting for acknowledgment from the server to provide us with silverware, water, or coffee. And yet no one came to our tables. At which .3 of us had to approach the manager three separate times to request some sort of attention to our section. At which point- I ordered (and paid for) bottomless mimosas at 11:40 AM. The server made it a point to say was bottomless mimosas for two hours. I acknowledge. At 1 PM I ordered another picture and he came back with two glasses and stated it was last call. I informed him that we ordered the mimosas at 11:40 AM which they came back 10 minutes later however we will honor that timeline which meant we had until 1:40 PM. He walked away and didn't acknowledge me at all. I found the manager explains the situation and he said OK we're working on it. At 1:36 I recvd a pitcher full of orange juice! This is such a poor serviced establishment. I have never experienced the lack of service in a restaurant as I did today. My recommendation: Do NOT book any private events here! read more

Pinstripes - Last pitcher full of orange juice. - Bowling Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

The brunch at Pinstripes has really declined. Prices have nearly doubled, yet the amount of food has noticeably decreased--by about 30%. We had a 1:15 reservation and were told brunch ends at 2:00, which meant we only had 45 minutes to eat, while earlier guests get around an hour and a half for the same price. The service was also very slow. I used to be a big fan of Pinstripes, but after this experience, I won't be returning. read more

Went to a wedding here. There was GUM in my salad! Some things I understand- a hair falling into your food-- that is an accident, the waiter may be shedding and not realize it or something. But GUM? How does that HAPPEN?! You cannot ACCIDENTALLY drop GUM into somebody's food. Someone must've spat it out into the food. Like on purpose. The most disgusting thing I've ever seen. I told the manager and brought him the plate and he said nobody is allowed to chew gum on his line so he would investigate. I never heard what came of it. But wow. And I didn't realize what it was originally and thought since it was kinda rolled in the cheese and dressing that it was some kind of cheese at first until the cheese came off of it and it was orange and rubbery and I figured out what it was. The manager picked around at it with his knife and asked if there was anything he could do for me while he investigated. I wasn't sure what I could ask for. A new salad? Uh this kinda made me suspicious of anything they would come out of that kitchen so I simply requested that no other questionable things end up in my food. He told me that was a reasonable request. Geez. I cannot believe somebody spat gum into my food. That's a new one. Wow. Do NOT go to pinstripes for food! read more

It is a nice bowling alley with decent food, but the pricing is quite high. It cost $150 for 5 people to bowl for 2 hours and then another $125 for two flatbreads, two club sandwiches, and a bowl of soup. For a two hour night out, on a Monday, $275 is just outrageous. This was a one and done experience for me. Having said that, the staff were kind and we did have a good time. I just wouldn't do it again. Three stars for the taste of the food. read more

Mmmm. $35 per person saturday and sunday brunch from 10AM-2PM. Came in at 11:15 and food was still coming out fresh and seasoned. I love the ambience, feels like surrounded by rich people on a sunday for brunch. Service was quick and easy, don't really need waiters but there is a waiter for your table. I will definitely come back! Their chilaquiles was delicious paired with the prime rib. Their bacon is baked and crispy! read more

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Both food and ambiance were good. The front desk was not welcoming or warm. We also felt we were ushered out quickly for the next group. Our experience bowling was fun overall. read more

Although I have been to Pinstripes many times in various locations over the years we chose to meet our friends at this Northbrook one. It wasn't too busy when we arrived but just about every table was soon filled. The room is large so there is plenty of room between tables. Most come on Monday night for the chopped salad and spaghetti and meatballs with unlimited refills and we did too. The chopped salad is the star because it is really flavorful. Both items can be made gluten free for $2 extra. Our server was pleasant, accommodating and we weren't rushed. The pasta isn't anything special but fills you up. The price of just $12 per person can't be beat for a casual weekday dinner. read more

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The unlimited chopped salad and spaghetti and meatballs on Monday nights is incredible! The price is unbeatable and the flavors are spot on! The chopped salad is loaded up with tons of toppings including cheeses, dried fruits, dates, wonton strips, and fresh veggies with a delicious dressing. The meatballs are moist and a perfect combination of 3 meats. Large platters come out for the whole table. My only complaints are that the restaurant is sometimes understaffed and they have removed the complimentary bread they used to bring to the table. read more

Pinstripes - Chopped salad - Bowling Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

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The first time I ever came here (years and years and years ago) was for the games only, and the last time I came was for a friend's kids birthday. They had a number of events going on, it seems like there's a decent amount of space for parties and such. I had recently been to a different Pinstripes location where I wasn't as impressed with the food so I had some reservations at first. But I ended up actually being blown away by the Sunday brunch buffet! It was so good and had so many options! To the point where I didn't even get to try everything that I wanted to because there just wasn't enough room in my tummy. Great variety, food was very fresh and nothing ever seemed to run low despite the crowds that seemed to be flowing through. Highly recommend the Sunday Brunch! read more

Despite living in Northbrook for five years, my husband and I hadn't been to Pinstripes together. I think we'd each been here for separate events and I met a friend for happy hour drinks and appetizers, but today we decided to venture out for an afternoon of bowling and food. We made a reservation online before going. While my husband was in the process of making the reservation, the time he had selected was scooped out from under him. That's frustrating - there should be at least some hold time to finish the transaction, especially because he was trying to answer the question about dietary restrictions. He started over and got a reservation at a similar time. Checking in was a little confusing. It appeared that at least one of the staff members was training, which is great, but she asked us how long we planned to bowl and several other questions that should have been on the reservation. It wasn't a major issue - just confusing to go through the process online and then essentially be asked to repeat it when we showed up. We settled into our lane after getting our shoes. Getting the game started was easy peasy. Our server came over right away and got our drink orders and was back soon enough to ask about food. I had the Pinstripes Pilsner, which is brewed by Moody Tongue (a Michelin-rated brewery/restaurant in Chicago). We split a margherita flatbread. It was the perfect size for a mid-afternoon snack and was really tasty - the sauce was flavorful and the basil on top was fresh. Overall, a fun afternoon outing for us. It's not an inexpensive venture, especially when you start tacking on beers and food, but it was nice for something different on a winter weekend afternoon. I'm looking forward to trying brunch - we've heard great things about it - and will be back in a few weeks for a work-related event. read more

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Who doesn't love & & ! At pinstripes right now you can get buy one get one entrees while you enjoy a game of bowling or bocce ball! The secure was so sweet and the ambiance of the place is HUGE! And a fun time! read more

Pinstripes - Meatball & Provolone and Super Salad - Bowling Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

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This is a nice enough place to bowl. My son and I have been going here for a long time every Saturday and really enjoyied ourselves. We have been paying $30 for an hour of bowling and we get some food, too. Not the cheapest price for bowling or food, but it's a popular place. Today we showed up and they've raised their price to $80 -- for one hour on a lane! They raised their price 167%! That's just ridiculous. As far as I can tell, I don't think tariffs effect the price of bowling. I'm all for capitalism, so they can charge what they want, but the nice thing about capitalism is that we don't have to patronize them any longer. We'll definitely be finding a new place to bowl. read more

I ordered a Turkey Cobb salad through Uber Eats. The salad was $19. It was really smaller than it used to be, with only one hard boiled egg, less bacon bits, less avocado, and less turkey. Probably unlikely to order it again as it was not worth $19! read more

We came in on a Friday night and was able to be seated in the restaurant pretty quickly. We started off our meal sharing a chicken avocado club and the prosciutto fig flatbread. Both of which were delicious. The chicken avocado club literally tastes like the sandwich in flatbread form. The prosciutto fig was a great combination of salty and sweet - probably my favorite! I had the chicken and goat cheese pasta with Calabrese sauce to add a little kick. I loved the creaminess of the pasta from the goat cheese and the flavors from the sauces. But also not pictured is the pitch of peach sangria. The peach sangria was the perfect summer drink to share with a group. All in all we had a pleasant experience, the only thing that was lacking was the service. Our server was quite busy so we understand, but it was hard to get refills on water. We also didn't get silverware and napkins until after asking for some 3-4 times after getting our entrees. read more

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Did you know they have pasta and meatballs as a special on Monday nights. Their food is tasty and the staff is nice. ( I go there instead of Lazy Dog which is inconsistent in both staff and food ). read more

Loads of food options from carnivore to vegetarian. Only exception would be more dairy free cheese options for the omelette bar. Service was attentive and friendly. read more

Went for brunch today and very disappointed. At a $35 price point expected more. The only fresh fruit was watermelon, bagels were stale and much of the food was not fresh. On the positive side waffles were good. Service was poor and overall not a good experience. Will not visit again. read more

service was so slow we waited 2 hours to eat and then bowling. Food was soooo cold and undercooked, ambiance was bad Awful job read more

Pinstripes is a nice place to host a rehearsal dinner, bar mitzvah, or 80th birthday party as shown on the chalkboard listing all the group events when you come in the door. Having come to many of the above over the years, I can attest to the fun of bocci and bowling while eating their appetizers and small bites. The bistro for dinner, however, is consistently lacking in excellent food. And prices are ridiculous for food that tries too hard to be fine dining and instead ends up being screwed-up. Last weekend we came for an early dinner with a reservation. The young hostesses and waiter were extremely pleasant and considerate, but a bit flighty. We were given a nice booth, and the bistro is attractive, but tables are not at all private or romantic. My family and I started with a shared tuna flatbread as an appetizer which had ceviche-style fish that was mediocre; the marinade "cooked" the protein to the point that it ruined what could have been more delicate and delicious if left sushi-grade. Consensus was "meh!" Next we had baby back ribs and pasta dishes. We had to ask for bread twice before a server finally showed up with some pesto and a tiny basket. I shared the full rack of ribs with my wife and was quite unimpressed. They were obviously pre-baked earlier in the day then grilled, rendering them shrunken, slightly dry and not quite as good as Chili's. They were topped with some kind of weird balsamic barbecue sauce blend that made us wonder "why can't they just leave well-enough alone?" Accompanying french fries were similarly average. Pastas were "okay" according to others at the table. Portion sizes were average and not really enough to take home. We did pass on dessert because we were all full, however. Had the bill been on par with Chili's or Olive Garden, more consistent with the quality of food they produced, I would have less to complain about. But instead they charge for a quality and experience that they don't achieve. read more

So I was there for a birthday party. I ordered what the menu said was an Angus burger. I ordered it medium rare. It came 30 mins later like a hockey puck. It was also chared with 2 very chared burnt lines down the middle. It does not say char burger on the menu, if it had I would not have ordered it. It was like eating burnt char. It was horrible. read more

Pinstripes - Nothing about being a char burger. - Bowling Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

I've been here a few times now for brunch, bocce, or bowling, and all can be enjoyable. It's a great space and the staff is very nice. My only complaint is that the brunch buffet can be very hit or miss, especially if you arrive in the last hour or two. I arrived at 1 pm (it closes at 2) and they were already clearly ready to wrap up and not putting out fresh food. Nearly everything I had was cold and looked like it had been sitting out for hours. Kind of disappointing considering that it's not a cheap meal by any means, but what can you do. read more

Pinstripes - Baked Mac & Cheese - Bowling Near Me - Northbrook, Illinois

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