Friendly staff, large number of lanes. I don't bawl a lot but my kids come here often and they love…read moreit. Make sure to look up specials and discounts to figure out best days to bowl. There is also a bowling pro shop, arcade and food court.

Amazing local place. We bring kids to play bowling after school. Pizza is amazing! All food is…read moreactually very good. Place it self is not new or modern, definitely some remodeling wouldn't hurt, but over all it's nice, clean and everyone is super nice and friendly there!!!

I had such a great time at Strikes & Bites! We arrived around 1:00 PM on Sunday and it was pretty…read morequiet, but by the time I left around 6:00 PM, the place was jam-packed -- bowling, birthday parties, karaoke, darts... the whole vibe was lively and fun. The owner was incredibly personable. He was praying for people, greeting everyone, and genuinely listening to feedback. You don't see that everywhere, and it added such a warm, community feel to the experience. The bowling lanes were clean and operated smoothly the entire time. And we're definitely coming back for karaoke -- the DJ was a lot of fun and kept the energy high. Overall, Strikes & Bites is a whole vibe. I'll be back!

The food was good! The drinks were delicious! I believe bartender name was key. She made sure I…read morecame back for more. Kids had a ball. Staff were all smiling and easy to talk to. No bad moods! Playlist was on point.. fire!! They have a pretty good setup. Definitely looking forward to going back with and without the kids.

First time visiting Olympia Lanes in Hammond this past Wednesday, and I had a great time! The…read moreplace was clean, I really liked the layout, and the overall atmosphere was great. I especially want to shout out Haley! She was very nice and helpful when I had a slight issue, and I really appreciated how she handled everything. I really enjoyed my first experience here and will definitely be back. Great place to bowl!

We had a great time cocktails were great and they looked out for my car after a friend had too many…read moredrinks.

We had a holiday party here and it was wonderful! It's a smaller bowling alley, but everyone had a…read moregreat time! The food was really great and the service was top notch. The guys were ready to help if there were any issues! We had like 40 little kids so it was a lot to handle! One thing to note is this bowling alley is a hand scoring bowling alley. The kids were not keeping score so it didn't matter! But just an fyi!

My review is only for the food side of the business. I have not bowled in any of their lanes. They…read morehave a great outdoor patio with plenty of tvs to enjoy during the summer months. We typically sit outside every chance we get. The service is good especially since I think we have the same waitress every time and she may be the only one that works there. She may also be cooking my food in the back since she is the only one I ever see. She is great for usually being the only waitress there. The food is fresh and very good. We always enjoy the meal and the potato options. I am partial to tater tots so that's where I lean. Definitely will be back again.

First time there. Tried to order from the QR code but it would not take a gift card. Went to the…read moreonly person available, at the bar, and asked how does this work. She said with gift cards the order had to be placed with her. Ok great....she didn't tell us that the bar automatically charges bar gratuity! I noticed that additional almost $6 charge (on top of the tip) and questioned it. Her comment was it's automatic at the bar. I then said but I had to come to the bar in order for the gift card to be used. I'm then told there's a kiosk by the kitchen that could be used too! They fooled me once-won't happen again cause I'm not going back! Very deceiving!

Pros: Facility is nice. The "Strong Island" cocktail…read moredescription (3 types of Bellows!!!) lets you know you're gonna have a rough next day. Cons: Recommend only paying in cash here and closely checking your receipts. Hidden automatic gratuities mean we will never return. Should have checked yelp first to see the bad reviews!

We've been going here for a while, and recently last week we had 3 balls gets stuck in one of their…read moreball returns, and they all got chewed up pretty bad. The guy at the counter was nice and said they'll take care of it, we filled out a couple sheets for the ball info and our info and they said they'll have the pro shop fix them. Well, we got them back the first time, hardly anything was done, the employee of the pro shop was extremely rude with us that day as well. So we left them there to get resurfaced, and the employee told us to just talk to Jason(the owner of the pro shop) when he comes back the next day. So I did, he resurfaced the balls himself. 2 of the 3 are okay, they have blemishes but they're smooth. The third one, my Evoke Hysteria(i bought this ball 3 weeks ago), 90% of the coverstock was taken off to remove the issues. The USBC serial numbers are partially gone so it is INELIGIBLE and not legal to use in my upcoming sanctioned league or tournaments. The GM of the alley told my wife that they're not able to replace the ball and there's nothing they can do. Im sorry, but you acknowledged your lane equipment messed up our balls, you're liable for the ball. Any reputable alley would do right by it's returning customers and fix/replace a ball that was damaged by your equipment especially a recently purchased one. I DO NOT recommend bowling here, unless you want to have your bowling balls destroyed.

Perfect date spot or friends gathering! Me and the gang got together for some mid afternoon, day…read moredrunk bowl sesh! Practically empty on a Sunday afternoon. My party of 5 were all accommodated with rental shoes, with no complaints about sizes at all. 2 games with 5 people took almost 2 hours. So we ordered wings and a pitcher of Sierra Mist. Very tasty on a drunk tummy. Clean restrooms, clean bowling lane, and hand sanitizer around the building! Overall we had a damn good time and will definitely be back to kick it again!

Wow! I had never been to Plainfield Lanes before, but came for my nephew's birthday party this…read moreweekend. I was very pleasantly surprised! Most bowling alleys (if not part of a chain, ie Brunswick), have a dreary vibe to them - dark, dank and unkempt - but not here. We arrived at 1pm for the birthday party, and all of the lanes were already busy. You can tell that this business books a lot of parties - and I can see why! The price per person for parties is fantastic! They have multiple tiers of both children and adult parties, as well as corporate and fundraising events. We had chicken fingers and pizza, and both were better than you'd expect at a bowling alley. The party even had a coordinator; he kept the time very on track, and was very accommodating. I'd definitely recommend Plainfield Lanes as a local outing or party spot!

This was my first time at Twisted Pin, and I was very impressed. The prices are pretty high but as…read morea non-bowler, I am not sure how they rank compared to other places. On the other hand, this place is also a little more high end compared to your old fashion bowling/dive bar places. The location was very easy to find. We used Google Navigation and it lead us directly to the place. If you miss the entrance, it might be a little annoying to backtrack but no big issues. Parking was no issues and it is very big compared to the size of the building. We showed up on a busy Wednesday where it is penny pins so you only pay a penny per pin you knock down. Essentially...the worst you are, the cheaper your game will be. Inside the building is very nice and clean. There are two entrances..one is a "restaurant" and the other is the decent sized arcade and bowling. There is a self serving beer tap. And they do serve food. They do a little star less due to the prices of the food as well. It is better than your traditional bar/bowling food but it is a little more expensive. Also, I do enjoy the service of the self serving beer tap. They had a lot of selections of beer, 1-2 seltzers, 1 cider and ~5 wine selection. Also, they do have a "limit" of ~32 oz where the bartender can allow you or less depending on how you act. I do appreciate that so while you can drink feely, no one is getting drunk. I think we were paying ~.60 cents an oz and it does tell you how much your drink will cost as you are pouring. Also, they do have a small water station will is greatly appreciated. The arcade is decently sized. They do have a lot of selections of games but it is not a place where I would go just for the arcade. The size is good for after bowling or while you are waiting for your lane. Overall, I am very impressed with this location. Food, self serving beer tap, and arcades... I am fan of Twisted Pins and I would be back in the future.

Pinstripes in Oak Brook is a fantastic spot whether you are stopping in for food or looking for a…read moregreat atmosphere. While I do not personally bowl, I go for the camaraderie and the overall vibe. The establishment is exceptionally clean, well maintained, and very family friendly. The Happy Hour menu is impressive and offers great value. We ordered the Margarita flatbread, wings, and spinach dip, along with a few drinks. Everything was fresh, delicious, and cooked to perfection. What truly set the experience apart was the service. The staff was attentive and accommodating, making sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. Between the superb service, delicious food, and welcoming environment, this location is a winner. I will definitely be returning. (The pics are only the first round of food that was ordered).

I was here this afternoon for an hour of bocce for my birthday. First time back in 7 year, I was…read moresurprised to see that we had neighbors that was eating and back to playing. As they have bocce courts, bowling alley there is right next to the courts thar you can look in to see, and an in house restaurant, where even you play bocce you have wait staff for food or drink orders right off their menu.

I like this bar a lot, mainly for these reasons…read more 1. No smoking. I appreciate not smelling like an ashtray 2. Mini corn dogs... yes please, chicken strips are yum too 3. $15.00 pitcher of a mixed drink special. Yes... all for me. 4. Cool and friendly bartenders who know their stuff and hustle to get you your drink 5. Great DJ/Karaoke starting at 10 on Fridays and Saturdays with pretty decent singers. even if you think you suck, who cares... get drunk and have fun. 6. Clean. I like a nice clean bar.

This is one of my favorite bars in Crown Point, especially if you're looking to get away from the…read moreteeny-boppers and nightclub-style bars. Very laid back, yet awesome place to hang out. Their drinks are very reasonably priced, great selection, and made well. It's clean inside and they offer typical bar-food till around midnight on the weekends. I personally like the corn nuggets and chicken strips the best; very tasty. The bartenders are friendly and do a great job whether the bar is full or not; Meredith is a fantastic mixologist (she works on Saturday nights), so if you're looking to try something different, all her to make you something special and you will be happily surprised. The bar is non-smoking, which can be a blessing for the non-smokers. I personally do smoke, but have no problem going outside to do so; you can smoke under the covered area near the door which works for me. Overall, I just love the atmosphere of this bar; friendly, comfortable, and a lot of fun without making you feel out of place for being either too old or too young. They also have a couple of pool tables and free shuffleboard, a DJ with karaoke on Fridays and Saturdays starting at 10, and a very diverse crowd. Do yourself a favor and check the place out, cuz it's pretty great.