What a cute concept, tucked away in Eldersburg. This is what my millennial brain needed. I only wish they had adult sized bounce houses. If you're looking for a cute date night vibe with decent bites and drinks, and you're not sure if you want to throw axes, bowl, or play skee-ball, and Dave and busters is overwhelming, this is the place to visit. They're open until midnight with a late night happy hour. Service was pretty quick. We enjoyed it very much. read more

My job had our holiday party at Stratosphere Social. I had been wanting to come here and now I can't wait to come back. I was able to enjoy the bowling, arcade, and axe throwing. I didn't get a chance to do the 4d thing. The food catered was delicious. They had multiple private areas for private events. We utilized the "backyard" one--very spacious. The whole Stratosphere is spacious and fun. Highly recommend. read more

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We went to this place for couples date night activity. I was surprised about how many things are inside to do. We were only able to do two out of the many things offered which were eating, drinking and bowling....ok maybe 3. The wings were so good. We got the lemon pepper and baked wings, spinach dip and red Sangria. The bowling was super fun. It was not crowded. They also have events spaces and plenty of parking. Definitely a must try and a place to return. Fun for kids and adults. read more

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This is definitely a nice place to come if you have kids that enjoy bowling or video games. Came on a holiday while school was out to bring a group of students in a mentoring program. Their average age was 15 to 17 years old. He came out to stratosphere social for the first time. For the first hour we reserved five bowling lanes. We had lunch there then had a hour of arcade time. It was definitely fun. They have a full service bar and a kitchen with assorted other food items. We only had pizza so we could keep it simple and we could not indulge in the bar area since we were chaperoning children. The pizza was so so. That is the only issue that I had. It was rather garlicky sauce and a little bit doughy. It seemed like they rushed to get them out. It was probably because we had a large group and needed eight pizzas brought out quickly. I had some serious food envy when I saw what some of the other people were ordering from the kitchen so I won't hold the food against them. The kids had fun bowling. They have the traditional scoring method and they have other games That you can play. For the arcade portion they gave each of the kids a game card that activated on the first swipe and it was unlimited gaming for one hour. All of the kids enjoyed themselves and had a great time. I am interested in coming back on my personal time since it actually is very close to where I live. read more

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This is somewhere you would only visit a few times. The food isn't bad, I don't think the price is worth it on some of the foods, and I find they aren't consistent. Sometimes the toppings are lacking, and other times the nachos get soggy. If you're coming here with your family, stay near little ones as the times I've been there tiny kids have been on the loose with no parent in sight. It's a loud overstimulating place in the arcade area, not a good place to loose your kid. The arcade and bowling is fun if you're with a group and the place isn't too busy. read more

Not a great experience here at all. Waited 2.5 hours for axe throwing and every time I walked up and asked for a slot I was told it wasn't open until 9 but witnessed other patrons get offered axe throwing right before me. The bar also accidentally closed my tab and instead of informing me tipped themselves and then opened a new one when I asked for my next drink. Super disorganized and a waste of time and money. The arcade games are also out of order for the most part so buying a game card is not worth much. Overall did not have a good experience spent a lot of time waiting and never got to do the activity I attended for. The chips and dips are delicious and the drinks were good. Bar staff is definitely well informed. read more

Have been there a few times. The place is either severely understaffed or mismanaged. The Nachos suck. Barely any toppings. The wraps were something less than you'd get at Wawa. The other menu items are overpriced and the quality is microwave grade. I don't blame the kitchen or staff, I blame management- it's clear they're over their heads or just incapable or simply incompetent. read more

I attended a childrens birthday party here. It was very empty for a Saturday. The host was horrible. One of the children accidently knocked over a pizza and when the parents requested a new one she said that the kitchen couldn't make any more. Huh??? We were willing to pay for the replacement but she just kept insisting that there weren't anymore with no real explanation. We ordered a small flat bread that took forever and wasn't that great. The host only checked on us once. The party room was so tiny that the parents opted to stand in the hallway. The cards that were included in the package were used up within minutes and the price to reload seemed high. The kids did enjoy playing the arcade like games but I doubt we will return. read more

Axe throwing was fun, we enjoyed our instructor and waitress Z. Overall this place was cool. Only ordered nachos, not enough toppings at all and we didn't have full chips, seemed like we finished off the bag, there were mainly crumbs, we needed a spoon. I'd only go back for axe throwing, attempt bowling, and hopefully something better on the menu. read more

What a fun place , with a good variety of activities for everyone. You can bowl, play arcade games, watch sports, have birthday parties or just hang out with some good drinks. Service was great. The atmosphere is very lively, can get a bit noisy especially when kids party going on. Highly advise the parents keep a close watch on the runners so they don't get hurt. The bar food were surprisingly tasty, especially the chicken wings, the meat falls off the bone and flavor is on point. Since they have a full bar, so any drinks can be customized. Large parking lot out front, so parking is definitely no issue. Definitely recommend for family outings. read more

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Think of Dave and Busters but a bit matured and with less traffic. Stratosphere Social is a cool family fun space in Carroll County. There is plenty of parking in a private lot just be sure to follow your navigation on your first visit because the facility isn't visible from the main thoroughfare. The staff is welcoming and although a bit young seemed knowledgeable and ready to assist with any needs. There are several private event spaces including a "rooftop" for privacy away from the main floor. There's an arcade, bowling alley, axe throwing lanes, corn hole, bar and general table seating. There is also a simulation of some sort that I didn't investigate too thoroughly. Prices seemed to be fair despite the $15 per hour fee for corn hole. Overall it was a fun family experience that I'll be sure to return to again and again. read more

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I had a group of 9 people ..When I say I had the best experience ever thanks to the server Halle she made sure we had everything we needed down to just bringing extra napkins..I will be back just for her .. read more

Stratosphere Social - Arcades Near Me - Eldersburg, Maryland

They took away the trampolines I big sad now. Top golf better!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And Camden Yards

Thursday night trivia is very enjoyable and well run. Have been going for over 2 years. The staff is very professional. New menu offers great choices. Shout out to a couple of staff members who consistently do a great job, Jerrell, Tiffany and Danae. Keep up the excellent work. read more

Worst dining experience I've ever had in my life. First day of their new menu and they're out of both rice and chicken tenders. Our table had to remind the staff of their order, which finally came 90 minutes late. The facility is overambitious to their detriment. The bathrooms were not cleaned, paper towel dispenser was broken. The place reeks with mismanagement and the employees deserve better. read more

I enjoyed my time here!! I had some drinks( old- fashioned with maker marks), wings, and chips. I played some games and I did the 3- d ride. This is a great place for date night as well as other occasions. I need to come here for happy hour one day as well as bowling and axle throwing... The food was ok... it reminds me of Dave & Busters read more

So we stumbled across this place, and it was pretty cool. They have bowling, axe throwing, a big game room, and an inside backyard set up that was cool with different board games. Food and drink, the place is kid friendly check the website they have diffrent things for diffrent nights. The servers were good from beginning to end. Stop by for some fun and games. Also, have a batting cage next door. read more

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This is a great event for a fun date night, or outing with family / friends. I came for a birthday celebration for a girlfriend. The menu consisted of typical bar food, but the food / drinks were good. This location has a fully stocked bar and large tv's throughout the venue. Great place to catch a game or sporting event. Although it was my 1st time Ax Throwing, I did pretty well. The staff were friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend this location. Hopefully I can come back for another fun time. read more

It's very far for me to visit, but the food was very good and the atmosphere was fun. One day I will make it back there. The kitchen doesn't have fryer, but I don't need fried food. The server was attentive to my party's needs. Overall, it's a great place to go to. read more

First time here. Came to bowl with some friends for my birthday. Was a wait time for the lanes but want to bad for a Saturday night. It was 6 of us and we only got one hour, definitely will do two the next time. Didn't know that bowling has gotten so expensive but this was definitely reasonable. Food was ok, I had veggie flatbread (good) others had a pretzel (really good), bacon and pepperoni pizza (really good), chicken tenders (pass on these) and Buffalo chicken dip (good). I'll be back to bowl and try the other activities. Service was good. And the place really stays jumping. read more

The bowling is weird. Pins are attached to strings. While bowling my daughter wanted the chocolate chip cookies. They brought them to our lane and my 7 year old wouldn't take more than a couple bites. The driest, grossest cookies imaginable. Otherwise the inside seems nice enough with lots of fun games and prizes. Staff seemed nice as well. read more

Quality food and drink, friendly servers. Very clean. Arcade is somewhat lacking in games, too many ticket related ones. Bowling lane usage seems to be very poorly managed. Watched mostly empty lanes for over two hours. Leaving a lot of money on the table by Leaving those reserved lanes open and unused for hours waiting for a party to show up. read more

Stratosphere Social - Waiting two hours for a lane, this is what it looked like most of the time. - Arcades Near Me - Eldersburg, Maryland

Decided to spend an afternoon off from work at the bowling alley. I've seen the billboards during my commute but never knew just how close Stratosphere was to my home. A short drive down Liberty Road from Owings Mills and you're there. Because it was the middle of the week and around 2 or 3 pm there were no other customers in the building except my party of 2. The bowling lanes were modern and the seating plenty. If we were there with more people it would have been more than enough room to spread out and still be in our lane. The food options were standard fare, with the exception of the Brussels sprouts which I was pleasantly surprised to see on a bowling alley menu. The drinks were just ok, next time I would skip the mixed beverages and opt for a rail and soda. After bowling we explored the other areas and this place is much larger than you'd expect from the outside looking in. I'm not much of a video gamer but if that's your thing this would be a great place to visit. And way in the back is a turf lined "backyard" space that contained lawn games and various seating. I could easily see this being a great place to host an adult or kid party. I'll definitely be back because bowling is half off on Tuesday's and with so many tv screens I want to check out the Raven Sunday vibes. read more

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Came here because of tik tok. Arrived a half hour after they opened. Nice, clean spot. We did an hour of bowling, which was two games for two ppl. While bowling we ordered for and drinks. We ordered mango habanero wings, Buffalo chicken quesadilla, and a flatbread pizza (don't remember what kind). Our waiter was so nice. After bowling we went to the arcade. Would come back again. read more

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My family and I have really enjoyed this entertainment venue especially in 2020 when indoor options are limited. SS provides a variety of activities to fill an afternoon or evening. We all like the modern Brunswick bowling lanes and the arcade. Space Invader Frenzy could keep me occupied all day. Other times we have just stopped for an hour to eat while watching a game. You can sit in the modern design restaurant area and enjoy food and drinks. The space was well thought out into different sections to accommodate the full community. Kids, families and adults can all enjoy this venue. I look forward to hosting some of my sports teams up here for end of the year celebrations. As a local to the community I felt compelled to add this review after seeing some reviews that didn't match my multiple experiences over the past few months. I know some community members were wondering how the new venue would turn out. In my opinion they provide a family friendly environment that appeals to kids and adults a like. From what I have learned the business is owned by life long member of our community. Supporting this venue is supporting a small business that will in turn support the community. A win-win! Enjoy! read more

Stratosphere Social - Bowling lanes with more tvs to catch big events! When me and my family were there they were usng every other lane for social distancing. - Arcades Near Me - Eldersburg, Maryland

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I had an awesome time at Stratosphere social bowling with friends a few days ago. I'll be the first to tell you that this is a different experience than your typical bowling experience. At Stratosphere Social there are opportunities to have fun and connect with your friends around every corner. From bowling to arcade games to Hologate® VR to their 7D Theater to trampoline dodgeball, they've got you covered! Anyone that knows me knows I'm all about customer service- You've got to give me a positive experience to make me return. Daria,Jess,Jenn, Audrey definitely left a positive impression on me. They ensured we were having a great time by constantly checking with us and asking if we needed anything and oh! The music- A TOTAL vibe! It was like my own personal playlist (Top 40, hip-hop and R&B) For my cocktail drinkers, you should try their 32oz cocktail (5oz of alcohol included) it will definitely give you the needed buzz The stratosphere social has extended hours on Friday and Saturday open till 1 AM (21+) Lastly, they take every precaution to ensure the safety of their staff and customers during COVID-19. Visit their page to see the steps and precaution they take to ensure your safety while still having fun! read more

Stratosphere Social - Southern peach - Arcades Near Me - Eldersburg, Maryland

This place is amazing!!! I spent the afternoon there with a small group. We had an awesome time. The staff was beyond helpful and extremely friendly. It kinda reminds you of a Dave & Busters style place, but with hospitality that's a 1000x better. The food was also really tasty. Everyone in our group enjoyed what they ordered. Visiting indoor spaces in the age of Covid is always a little scary, but this place was exceptionally clean and every precaution was taken to include signs reminding you to remain socially distanced as well as all the staff was masked up. We had a great time and will absolutely be back. read more

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This is a really cool place to visit in Eldersburg. I went on Thursday night for Trivia night and had a blast. I completely suck at trivia but had a good time. The trivia questions were actually well rounded. I didn't do as bad as I thought I would. There were a ton of teams there and we all were playing for a cash prize. I would absolutely go again. They have a bowling alley, arcade games, axe throwing, VR, a bar and more. It feels like an adult setting but there were some kids there as well. They do offer a private area that's available for parties or private gatherings. There's also a huge parking lot that offers free parking. I'm only giving this place 4 stars because the food was just ok (not bad but not absolutely delicious) and the alcoholic drinks were tasty but not strong. Otherwise, it's a great place to come on a date or to spend time with your family/friends. read more

Stratosphere Social - Arcades Near Me - Eldersburg, Maryland

Pros: This place was a good vibe for most ages. The staff were very accommodating and very nice. Our axe throwing instructor was very patient and cool as well (can't remember his name off hand but he has a long ponytail). This was our first time going here so Morgan really helped us get the most out of outime since we didn't know the rules on booking the lanes. She was absolutely the best. Word to the wise it's best to book 3 hours minimum if there are 3-4 of you. Not a lot for very small kids to do if the parents want to have fun too but age 8 and up will have a blast. The tv screens were super huge great for watching sports which is what we did. We definitely plan on returning. Oh they have vegan options on the menu and for you meat eaters the burger was juicy sorry I took a bite before the picture lol it's a little messy because I took a bite and it was juicy and perfectly cooked. The fresh truffle chips were really good too. Our waiter was Mike he was nice as well. Definitely going back. Cons: This place would be 5 stars if they had a better variety of alcohol and beer. They had a very limited choice. They didn't have any of the vodkas, tequila, gin my group of friends prefer, basically not really any top shelf items. They did have a decent choice of wine. The games have a point value so the points don't go far. 120 points were gone in minutes. Over all we really enjoyed this place and plan to go back; just wish there more beverage options. My new favorite bowling spot aside from Timonium Bowlero but be prepared to spend big bucks if you want to do more than just bowl lol. read more

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Food is amazing! Way better then the competition. Games and everything reasonably priced.

Katie is the manager and looked like she just woke up out of bed to come to work. Maybe she should not be in front of the customers. The crew looked clean and were friendly but not her. read more

A welcomed addition to the area offering an arcade, bowling, indoor cornhole, and other games including a neat VR setup. Staff is friendly and are diligent about providing a clean environment. I love that they have a complete bar offering beer, wine, and cocktails and they are fairly priced. Food is good - we tried the wings. Bathrooms are clean and well stocked. read more

Stratosphere Social - Arcades Near Me - Eldersburg, Maryland

We went to try them out since they have outdoor seating. It was nice and clean outside tables. We had fantastic service from all the wait staff for the whole time. Cocktails were fresh, quickly delivered and yummy. Lots of different options! We tried out appetizers and split some different main dishes. The Flatbread was fantastic and huge portions on pulled chicken! Everything was definitely worth it! We will be back and can't wait for the new indoor to open! read more

Stratosphere Social - Arcades Near Me - Eldersburg, Maryland

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The staff is fantastic especially Tabitha she went WAY above and beyond.she made our visit one to remember and we will definitely be back..food is good and plenty of options for entertainment...great place for small and large parties...thanks again Tabitha...keep up the great work.. read more

Awesome Place! What a great job in the transformation. The place is clean and safe! Everywhere you turn there are hand sanitizers.......they do a great job with the bowling balls and VR systems to ensure everything is disinfected. The bowling is awesome, arcades, VR systems, drinks and food were outstanding! Thank You for this establishment, as it caters to all ages! I can't wait to see new additions! Great Job and I can't wait to plan some parties! read more

We had a wonderful time today celebrating! The fun atmosphere was throughout including the staff! Everyone was very welcoming and friendly especially our server Jorge! He was very kind and attentive and took great care of us! We enjoyed food, drinks, and playing in the arcade. Great customer service! Great day! read more

I brought 12 people here to celebrate my sons 18th birthday. 6 of us ate at 2 pm and I reserved a table for 3 pm for the young people to dine after their 2 pm axe throwing. They have it posted that they are very short handed. It was difficult to flag down anyone to get the non-reserved table at 2. Once we got seated it was slow but we were patient and the waitress was nice and food was good. I also purchased over $100 in token cards for games and VR. All told I spent about $350 so far supporting this neighborhood business. At 3:15 once again there was no-one managing the floor and no clean and reserved table for our 3pm reservation and I had 6-18 year olds with nowhere to sit. I picked up 3 dirty glasses to place on the bar so the boys could sit and wait for menus and service. The bartender was incredibly rude and with much disrespect and attitude tells me they can't sit there, you are not going to get service. I explain I have a 3pm reservation and he smirks at me and recites the same phrase. I would expect to hear let me get someone to help you with that. He gestured to the front where once again no one was working and repeats the same phrase and waves me off. I track down the hostess who could care less about how rude the bartender was and tells me we can't be seated even with a reservation and even if she seats us we will not get service for a while. I ask to talk to a manager and the girl walks away and says she is talking to someone right now. When I get tired of waiting I walk in the office where several staff are conversing and share what occurred. No apology, the manager does the same thing I did, clear the table and seat the boys. The boys got tired of waiting and we had them eat elsewhere. Stratosphere lost another $100+ table of diners. I understand everyone is short staffed including my own business but no one is actually managing the restaurant floor or the reservations. We won't be back. read more

They have a very little number of games, and the 20 dollars unlimited access won't give you credits on your card. Also the food took forever even though the place wasn't crowded at all. The guy at the front was unkempt when I had questions about the VR rides. They didn't offer a friendly treatment. Not coming to this place ever again read more

Great place to spend some quality time with your friends, kids, loved ones. Nice people, cool atmosphere, awesome food, modern equipment. Specifically Grand Thank You to Bryan, who served the food and drinks to us during out visit. Great guy provides very friendly and professional service. Their food deserves a separate special thank you. There are large amount of restaurants in the town, but I have to admit that Stratosphere's food is one of the best in the neighborhood so I'd like to say a special Thank You to the Chef and everyone involved in food preparation. We had a great time in Stratosphere and lovely bowling. read more

SS has some of the friendliest and helpful staff I've been around in a very long time. For dealing with a staff shortage (like so many businesses right now), they seem to be handing it well. Our server was so friendly and working so hard. The place is kept very clean, especially for an arcade/bowling alley. The food selection is pretty standard pub/grille type food and was great quality and reasonably priced. The blue cheese burger was delicious and not over cooked. They have a good selection of cocktails and beer with many 1623 selections. We look forward to our next visit! read more