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Brooklyn Bowl

Bowling Alley, Music Venue, and Bar

Williamsburg, Brooklyn

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Brooklyn Bowl

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Ranked #3 for fried chicken in Brooklyn
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"Best night to come thou is Thursday night questlove"(11 Tips)
"Get the Blue Ribbon Fried Chicken Platter, it's amazing."(9 Tips)
"Get the Brooklyn Blast, my favorite Brooklyn Beer."(7 Tips)
"The rock and roll fries truly do rock!"(7 Tips)

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L. T.February 1, 2015
Been here 5+ times
The food here is great! And with two bars, it's never difficult to get your drink. The cocktails are good too.
Alan-Arthur AureliaMarch 10, 2015
Great live music venue. You can bowl and chill with some cool live music. Awesome dance floor.
M. Silver AssociatesFebruary 3, 2012
Blue Ribbon food and local beer. If you need a break from game-watching, head over to one of the bowling lanes or take in live music! Free!
Mer IciJanuary 20, 2016
Music shows are cheap and generally great acts. Good for large groups. Coat check, and nice women's restroom.
Liz GoodbandFebruary 13, 2015
Great for kiddos! They can run around in lots of open space and parents can enjoy a few beers!
Elysia MannNovember 11, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Never fails to be the most fun night with great music and people. And there is chicken waiting for you when you get hungry drunk!
Antoine BoudieJanuary 6, 2013
Bowling lines, live music, bar and restaurant, I've hardly seen a place like this before! Expect a little wait but a lot of fun!
Jamie DumbillDecember 30, 2014
Get drunk, go bowling and listen to music. A good night out. The one in the O2 in London is pretty much identical.
Marq and Chriselle's Super Awesome WeddingNovember 15, 2011
Our favorite spot for concerts, DJ's and hanging with the hipsters. We've spent countless nights dancing the night away with each other, sharing a plate of fried chicken and a glass of Brooklyn Blast.
Jack EtheringtonSeptember 24, 2017
Gigs most nights which you HAVE to pay entry for even if you just want to bowl. Half price bowling after 6pm on Sundays.
jake furstApril 30, 2011
The gravy/cheese fries (whatever they're called) are heavenly. So is the fried chicken, the Sweet Action on tap and the quality of the live music acts. Enjoy!
Roc NationJune 8, 2011
Giant venue/bowling alley/restaurant wrapped into one! The best fried chicken in NYC. Go on Thursdays to see ?uestlove of the Roots DJ as old Soul Train video clips are projected on the wall.
Stephanie LeonOctober 26, 2013
Fried calamari was the bomb, love the atmosphere, cool private bowling areas, dance floor, bar, and great dj
Brooklyn BowlJanuary 6, 2015
Dance all night to the world famous soul 45s of DJ Jonathan Toubin, plus a Special Guest Selector and 1AM Dance Contest! Visit http://bkbwl.com/18z for details. Read more
Harry JacobsOctober 3, 2016
Great place for birthdays, concerts, dancing. Food is heavy but good. Fried chicken mmm
Antonio E.April 1, 2014
Nice place to chill, listen music or play Brooklyn. Entrance is a bit expensive (20$ while concert).
Cole KennedyJune 7, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Fun concert venue, but the crowd is hit or miss (c'mon, you're here to see a show, not make out the whole time). Beer is expensive, too.
CMJAugust 29, 2012
High stages are great for short people--clearly something Brooklyn Bowl's owners considered when opening this venue. The lanes are right in the venue, so expect to hear the odd "clack!" or two.
Brian HuiAugust 31, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Bowling is a lot of fun! Be sure to go after 8pm for half price bowling!
exfmFebruary 14, 2012
Amazing live music that you can watch while getting drunk and bowling. Does it get any better than that? Keep an eye out for the weekly Cantora Live Presents shows. Those never disappoint!
TriplJuly 16, 2012
One of the coolest venues in all of NYC. Don't be fooled by the name, this place is a lot more than a bowling alley. Great dance floor and atmosphere.
JPFebruary 28, 2015
Been here 5+ times
I've never bowled here but the concerts/DJs that play here are always on point. It's a great party
Markeisha GrantJanuary 19, 2014
Don't expect to bowl if you don't get there by 6pm on the weekend. Be prepared for a 3 to 4 hour wait. In the mean time, enjoy the BBQ wings or grab a drink at the bar.
The FeastJune 1, 2011
The folks behind the Blue Ribbon restaurants run the food program here. You don't have to break 100 to get the fried chicken. [Definitive Fried Chicken List] Read more
LenaJuly 25, 2010
A great place to go with a large group. Bowling, awesome bands, Blue Ribbon food (fried chicken, calamari, pork rinds), dancing, bar, DJ all in one venue. Had a great night!
Brittany GalskeDecember 22, 2019
so cool that you can bowl and listen to music! went to bruce springsteen’s impersonater and beach was amazing!
osorniosSeptember 7, 2019
To be able to bowl waiting for the live act to start is great!
melissa hirschhornNovember 2, 2016
love coming to this awesome venue...bowling, food, great beer, & live music...can't beat it!
Natalie VFebruary 16, 2016
Great spot for bowling - sometimes have the pay a cover if there's a band playing.
BrianAugust 31, 2010
Date #3, Chiara: Such an awesome venue, but bowling is incredibly expensive for just two people. Stick to a super short game or just soak up the good food & music as an alternative. Read more
Maarten MarkusDecember 1, 2014
Awesome Music venue, often something going on till late night. Bowling is also fun.
Karin RendelmanMay 28, 2011
You wouldn't think so...but the strawberry margaritas are amazing!! Awesome music venue...but $6 for a side of fries...lame :( Order another margarita for $8 instead :p
Jenni RussellNovember 29, 2018
Been here 10+ times
Here for a concert? Security can be really inconsistent in terms of escorting out patrons behaving badly. Make sure to attend events with friends.
amNewYorkJune 20, 2012
SUMMER 2012: The Brooklyn Hip-Hop Festival kicks off here! (JULY 9) Busta Rhymes headlines this yearly tribute. Expect concerts, panels and block parties. Through July 14. Prices and locations vary.
Gabriel HayesApril 27, 2016
Awesome selection of Brooklyn beers from breweries like Brooklyn Brewery and Coney Island Brewery. Get a pitcher to share when bowling.
MarthaJuly 10, 2016
interesting set up. live music is good as long as it's a lovely band, otherwise the place is too distracting.
Yesbelt FernandezDecember 26, 2010
Best bowling in NYC and to top it off it has really great food. The fried chicken is awesome ( go with the dark meat). Worth the ride over the bridge.
Caitlin StrandbergNovember 21, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Quick walk from Smorgasburg. If you're a music nerd, get there around ~5 and catch the soundcheck for the evening performer. Come back Thursday pm for Soul Train w/ Questlove. AWESOME venue for shows
Daniel GAugust 18, 2014
Awesome place for gigs ! Once it starts, you prolly won't be able to hit the bathroom afterwards.
Sue RosenNovember 27, 2012
sign up right away for bowling esp at a concert... then you get to bowl and watch! Their mac and cheese is great
Crunch GymAugust 19, 2010
Did you know that you can burn up to 300 calories bowling for an hour, that’s enough to burn off the Brooklyn Lager you just downed. Gutter balls and strikes count for the same amount of calories too!
Alejandro RojasNovember 17, 2013
Cool place during the week. Absolute shit when too many people is around. If you try to bowl, you better be ready to pay extra because their list is absolutely not first come first serve. Bullshit
Cooper SmithJune 7, 2012
Been here 10+ times
You had me at bowling, and again at Blue Ribbon fried chicken, once more at awesome concerts, and then finally, at Brooklyn Brewery beers on tap.
BernerDecember 28, 2012
Go. Grab a lane. Catch a show. Pitcher of Sweet Action with gravey fries and a bourbon milk shake. All will be right in the world
UntappdJuly 27, 2012
Don't let the name fool you, this place has great beers, music and of course bowling. Try the Brooklyn Pale Ale!
Bruno CardosoMay 3, 2016
Good place for a beer, bowling and some good music.
AmateurConciergeOctober 25, 2015
Beyond bowling...this has one of the best music booking teams in the city.
joe smithApril 2, 2015
Oyster po boy is insanely delicious, Brooklyn Blast is the most bang for your buck beer, and the music is usually great!
Paul BrennerAugust 10, 2014
Huge bar and food space. Great escape from the outside when you are thinking "man... This is just too much outside"
tiffany smithAugust 19, 2011
Been here 5+ times
love coming here for drinks, concerts and bowling. and definitely for the rock n' roll fries!!! they are absolutely amazing!

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