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Rec Bowl

4.2 (56 reviews)
InexpensiveBowling, Burgers
Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)
Updated 2 weeks ago

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What's the vibe?
Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Tricia C.

Can't beat the price of a yummy rec bowl burger. Upcharge for cheese and also bacon but it was worth it. Hubby liked his sourdough club.

Fantastic Tito's and tonic!
P M.

Outstanding bar service, especially from the bartender Joesph. He went above and beyond. We never had to wait for service, and he is quick-witted. I highly recommend this bar for service, drinks and of course their famous Rec Burger!

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Amy W.

I have been to the rec bowl on several occasions. Always a party on the porch! This is a small bowling alley with only 8 lanes. But the back porch is amazing! So much fun. In the summer it is open to air. In the winter it is closed with heaters. It's quite cozy. In fact we got a bit warm. We held our class reunion here and it was the perfect location! We had our own waitress. There was a live band. We were able to pre pay and order from a select menu. Drinks were flowing! Everyone has an amazing time. Don't worry. You don't have to wait for a special occasion. You can come here at any time and enjoy the patio. It's quite a popular place in the area! Check it out!

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Mark C.

This is a hard review. Went to a small retirement party. We sat out on the patio. The night was a nice spring night. The beer was priced ok I had two craft beers which were priced $5 a pint. I had Petoskey Dornish it was very refreshing. I ordered a bar burger it was cooked to order and the garnishes were fresh. I would get that burger again. It came with crinkle fries and they were crisp. There was a band playing and they were really good funny name though Fettuccini Beat. The only problem was our server was forgetful and seemed very overwhelmed. I think she was new. But there was a sign that said they were understaffed please be patient. Our group understood the problem and we were patient. I hope they can get the help because that's a cool place to hang out and listen to a band.

Enn Q.

I visited this place last year, pre-COVID. Dirty floors, beer smell everywhere, but an outside patio and a place to dance. Now, it's a different story. Nothing seems to have changed or been "cleaned" up to protect customers and staff. I walked through the bowling alley to get to the bathrooms, and I didn't see anything being cleaned or changed in anticipation of them opening the lanes. I ordered the pretzel bites to go. they were tossed in a bag, hard as rocks, no napkin, but they did include mustard packets. They are having bands and dances there, but there is no masking and zero social distancing. The dance floor is miniscule and folks are piled on top of one another. The DJ needs about 1/8 of the room he's taking up. When I arrived, tables were separated, but customers moved them together. I think to alleviate that, they should put tape or markings on the floor where the tables should be. This is not a totally open pavilion, with air circulating from all directions. The bar is attached to the building and looks very dinghy. This is a well known spot, I guess, in the area, but these are different times. I asked what measures were taken to bring the establishment closer in line with cleanliness and the current situ, but have not received a response. They did seem to have hired one staff person to clean up used plates and glasses, but then they were not wiping down the tables. The table I was at just outside the perimeter of the overhead cover, was sticky and dirty. I will gladly update this review if the owners/ managers can indicate how they updated, cleaned and readied The Rec for the re-opening. "We are all in this together." #CA.TX.FL.AZlearnedthehardway

Sauerkraut -n- kielbasa soup!
Kent M.

Monday - Burger, Fries & a draft beer or soft drink - $5 all day. Other specials and events are listed on the paper calendar at each table. Their burgers are always excellent. I haven't really ventured too far into their menu other than for the burgers, and other daily sandwich lunch specials. However, I tried a cup of their sauerkraut and kielbasa soup the other day and I eventually found my tongue licking the inside of the cup, it was sooo good! This has been a destination lunch & dinner spot for many of the neighboring streets. It's worth stopping in to have a bite if you're in the area.

Ryan S.

This place always has some of the best burgers around... Went with the usual quarter pounder and mozzarella sticks. Stick to the basics when getting a burger, just go with cheese and that's all you need... You won't be disappointed.

Never been here thought we South Bend during Patty's Day pub crawl
Sandi M.

Okay it's really a bowling alley :-) the tent and the outside bar has a band. Again impressed with this place you can walk up to the bar and get service within a reasonable. Great mgmt planning for the crowds.

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Fun was had at the Blues Jam on the Patio Tuesday evening with Brendan Lindsley and the Unknown Bluesmen of Detroit!

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Small and cozy. Staff is great. I bowl on a league there and couldn't be happier. Food is really good.

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One of the last old school bowling ally's around. Great food and cheap drinks. Good fish and chips!

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Monday bowling specials ..... learned I can't bowl lol but the bloody Mary's are great

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Favorite spot for darts, bowling and a couple pitchers. Always a good time. They have leagues as well.

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The best sliders in town I have tried everyone's in Macomb and the price and the Burgers can not be compared to they are the best

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