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    Spare Time - Windsor Locks

    2.9 (66 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Jonathan V.

    For a lot of bowling places it's very basic, however Windsor locks new renovation a couple years ago still is rocking. They have a fair amount of lanes to use with cool lights and an arcade that's more than enough to choose from. Got a few drinks and had a great time for the $12 bowling and shoe rental.

    Dan R.

    The old tired Bradley Bowl has been replaced by a spiffy new version under the banner of Spare Time Entertainment. Their website lists seventeen Spare Time locations between Maine and Alabama. About fifteen of us were there last evening to unwind and check out the place. What a striking transformation we saw. The number of bowling lanes have been dramatically reduced, and that new floor-space has been filled with a lot of ways for you to spend some time and some money without even tossing a gutter ball. They have a very large arcade area that sure reminded me of Dave and Busters, or even Las Vegas with all of the neon and bright lights. They have Laser Tag and Escape Rooms and VIP rooms for Private events and parties. They also have a super nice lounge, that feels more like a pub than a bowling alley bar. Seriously, this was very nice. The beers were reasonably priced, and the food menu was pretty darned big. I ordered a 12-piece order of BBQ wings ($15) and an order of Cowboy Tater Tots ($8) to share with my side of the table, and I have to tell you the food looked great and tasted great. So even if you despise bowling you can still spend a very nice time here with multiple entertainment and food and drink options. A solid four stars for sure.

    Allison B.

    When I heard my husband's holiday party was at a bowling alley, I pictured skeezy and rundown. Boy was I surprised to pull up to a newly renovated, modern looking place! The holiday party was held in the Elite Suite. It was catered with apps which were tasty and about average bar food. It would definitely make a great space for a birthday party or family reunion. They have TVs you can hook up video systems to (bring your own) to have a Mario Kart Tourney at the same time. Bar service was sort of slow and service, as mentioned in other posts, is the reason for 4 stars and not five. Bar prices were also semi expensive for a bowling hour....not sure if they have happy hours or specials but would hope they do. Everything was clean though, which I would expect as it's recently remodeled. It's a great use of space and a fun place for all ages and a variety of activities.

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    This place rocks. Very clean and food is phenomenal! I would totally recommend!!! Lots of fun

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    Heidi is the best bartender ever! So pretty and accurate

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    Spare time bar staff incredibly rude and slow. Do not order anything from the bar...you will never get out!

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    We just had the best time at a birthday party here. The staff was great and really took care of us.

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    Plenty of games and lanes, two amazing escape rooms, laser tag, and delicious food all in one place!

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