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Tavern & Bowl

3.9 (534 reviews)
Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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TAVERN & BOWL ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Moderate noise
Classy
Casual
Happy hour specials

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Blindfolded bday girl!
Paradise P.

Go early. You'll be treated like VIP. Recently celebrated a friends bday on a Saturday, 11:30 a.m. we reserved two lanes...lane 1 &2. Everything went off without a hitch! Trevor and Brandon couldn't have been any more accommodating! Music was on pointe! Thank you gentlemen;)

Pepperoni flatbread
Stephanie L.

I am very surprised on how good the food is here. I came for the chargers watch party and even though it was super crowded they were well staffed and very friendly. The set up was nice as well. Bolt up!

Pulled pork Mac-n-cheese
Minh N.

Upper level is the bowling lanes and kitchen. Lower level is a large bar and arcade area. Friendly staff. Great service. Delicious food. This place is great to hold any small or large event. They have cosmic bowling on the weekends and some other nights.

Michelle M.

WOW...Tavern+Bowl Costa Mesa is a BLAST! Upon entering and getting our bowling shoes, the staff was already super attentive and friendly. You could tell they were ready to have some fun with our big group. The guys at the bar, made great drinks! Whoever made the food...YUM! Everyone already enjoys bowling, but the amazing staff of Tavern+Bowl made our event even better. They were so nice, and made sure we always had everything we needed. I would 100% recommend Tavern+Bowl. Can't wait to go back!

Hummus and veggies (forgot the actual name)

I would give more stars beyond 5, love their service and their kind staff! Oh yeah their hummus and veggies was awesome too! And they set up like this with a nice pattern! Coming back again with friends and family!

Bee M.

My friends and I had an amazing time. I want to thank Angel for helping us out. Food and drinks were amazing.

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Matthew T.

How could Tavern bowl not improve. Beginning with the poor knowledge of the front desk person, the varying pricing that is not publicly posted, the poor customer service, and the lack of professionalism all around is unacceptable. I do not understand how the business is still operating. They are hanging on with poor quality staff. I hope that upper management can restore the establishment before it shutters due to poor service. The restrooms feel like I'm in a project in LA. Only positive is the water they offer once you're at your lane. Good luck Tavern bowl.

Kari A.

I can't tell you enough how much I love this place. The beers - great, the bowling, fantastic, playing zombies and basketball? Amazing!!! My favorite place in Newport/costa Mesa!

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Really neat spot. Bowling is fun, and the food and drinks are surprisingly good, making it a great place to hang out.

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Great atmosphere, super friendly and helpful staff. Super clean booths and the lanes are super well kept

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Great bowling alley. Brandon and Trevor are awesome. Hospitality is great and the space is in great condition. Will be back.

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Cute place with good food. Kids loved it. Staff was super nice. They don't let adults use the bumpers which is cheap-o behavior.

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Ask the Community - Tavern & Bowl

I heard that this place is closed, can someone confirm? Trying to book an event for this weekend (8/21/2021).

We are open Thursday - Sunday.

Are you open for bowling?

Not yet. When the state allows us to we will.

Are they open right now even with this covid-19 going on... I know they have outside dining... anyone been there recently? Would love to catch a Seahawks game here again, just don't know the protocol for covid-19...

I heard this was a good spot to watch Seahawks games. Is this true?

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Review Highlights - Tavern & Bowl

We recently celebrated my sons 9th birthday party at Tavern Bowl and I can definitely say fun was had by all!!

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