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7700 47th St
Lyons, Illinois 60534
We had the BEST experience throwing our twin 7 years old?s birthday party at Bowlero in Lyons. I worked with Jessica to plan things out and she was super friendly and helpful, but it was the staff on site that really impressed us. We walked in to the most amazing setup with our boys names lit up, plenty of space for the 25 kids we had, and everything was SO clean. Everyone thought the food was delicious - all of the kids were happy and having fun. The manager Rob was so awesome, he really went above and
Reserved lanes on 3/29. What I didn't like was that the company (not the staff) charges you an admin fee. For 9 bowlers it was an extra $32. That seems unfair, if they can't afford to pay their staff then they should work on their financial situation. That said we had an AMAZING experience. Every single staff member from the front desk to the manager gave us excellent service! Rob the GM took care of every need, explained everything and was very calm & explained why no one should try to get a ball unstuck.
We hosted our daughter?s 5th birthday celebration!! It surpassed my expectations by miles! They decorated soo well. The service was exceptional! When I say we hardly asked for anything because they were on it with refills and making sure we had everything we needed (cups, plates, etc.) also my adult drink was never empty! It's this kind of service that will have us coming back! The food was also great! We had pizza, Wings , chicken tenders and fries. The set up they have is functional and allows enough spac
Had my daughter 10th birthday party anf the experience was great. Rob was wonderful at coordinating the event. Tiffany was amazing! Tiffany went above and beyond to make sure the event was running smoothly. Thank you all for a wonderful experience!
First time here in Lyons. Made this reservation about almost a month ago for my daughter. WE HAD A BLAST HERE!! My daughter and her friends had such an amazing experience. The food, prep, location, customer service, and management here was great! Ivan, the GM was very nice and very informative and walked me through everything. His team here was helpful and fun. Monica was also a great help with the organizing of the party. Great atmosphere. Great time , they did an amazing job for us. Definitely coming back
I love this bowling place...awesome atmosphere, nice staff. Great experience
I want to thank the manager, Ivan, for giving my family and me the best experience. My husband made reservations for New Year's Eve at Bowlero. Ivan helped us right from our arrival until we left. He made sure we were well taken care of. He explained everything thoroughly. We had a well decorated table to ourselves; the place wasn't crowded at all; the doors were locked at a specified time; and only persons with reservations were permitted inside. Ivan was constantly checking up on us, making sure we were o
I love this place. But this one girl. That wears a bow on her hair. We told her multiple times our ball was stuck in the gutter. She took 15 min to even acknowledge so. We took it upon ourselves to grab the ball. She then proceeded to turn our lane off with no notice while we paid. I walked up to her asking why our lane was off, and she would walk away from me telling me to ? stop asking questions? very unprofessional, when we are having family time. If I could give this place a 0 I would. The only thing gr
Large, fully entertaining bowling atmosphere & experience. Friendly, professional & welcoming staff along with a genuine family, fun, secured, safe atmosphere/facility. Wether it's the bowling itself and/or good & drink options.... Bowlero Lyons process are very reasonable for today's families & inflationary times.
Son's birthday. Had a great time. Very well run. Staff was awesome. 10/10 will recommend
That was my first time. I was there for my great-niece and great-nephew's birthday party. It was a nice and clean atmosphere. ??
What a wonderful experience! There was a wonderful layout and food and fun! It wasn't crowded and there were other parties going on but we still got great service. Cindy was a great server and bartender. Trey handled our concerns at the front with questions, shoes and all our play card questions. I have to say the stars were managers Daniel and Damien. They both were helpful and very polite. The customer service was beyond amazing!!!!! Mr. Daniel kept up with us during the party and Mr. Damien help us with
I've had my sons birthday parties for the past 3 years at bowlero and it was by far the best experience. From the managers to the staff they were extremely helpful and accommodating to all of our needs. Thank you for everything.
Hosted my partners birthday party there. We had a party package with unlimeted food. The team kept the pizzas and wings coming. We didn't have to ask them at all for more. When you pay for unlimited, it comes with a nice price tag, and they made it worth it! I had not been here in Years and was surprised they did such a huge remodel. When we showed up, they had "happy bday Daniel " with cute letter sign . Everyone thought that was my special decoration, but it was AMF! I Highly recommend booking a party
This place is absolutely amazing since the. Refresh and beautiful black lights and ken mentioned the absolute great service from liz and angel absolute 10 out of 10 Im definitely come back more often
Great experience having a birthday party here. Got cute decorations that was a surprise. Kids had a lot of fun- package came with pizza,tenders,bowling and a game card
If I had a choice, this bowling alley would not make the top of my list. They're not prepared for large groups.(we had a group of at least 30). They don't offer any good specials or discounts to incentivize more people or larger groups. They up charge on Fridays and Saturdays, so you'll pay more than the weekdays. The food is mid at best. (mediocre) The one special they offer has to include a card for their arcade, which is very overpriced. Each game is 5 to 6 tokens. (credits) For example, if you play $10,
Good bowling alley, a bit pricey at certain times but so much fun and well worth it
Very nice place, we went to celebrate a friend birthday, they have good packages that includes food, drinks and games. It's kids friendly so you can go with all your family, they have a free parking lot with a lot of space!
Clean, friendly staff. M-W 18.99 unlimited bowling includes the shoe rental. Will definitely be coming back!
Great time here with good friends food was great and so were the drinks Great staff very helpful keep up the good work
Had granddaughters birthday party here. Very nice and helpful hostess. Food and drinks were awesome!
Great experience need more garbage cans for the amount of events taking place had to go few tables down and request clean up since all were full/ taken.
Good atmosphere clean customer service was good only problem was they kept forgetting orders they forgot two burgers and the pizza it burned and the fire alarm went off and everybody had to clear out lol other than that was ok good times
The place looks really inviting, very nice staff; however we left not being able to bowl. You can't make lane reservations if you're using Groupon but how can you use the voucher if everything is already reserved when you get there? That's bad business practice. Don't sell Groupon deals if you know people can't use it. We will try again another time but today was a total flop.
I recently hosted my son?s 4th birthday party at Bowlero Lyons, and it was absolutely fantastic! From start to finish, the experience was seamless and stress-free. The staff was incredibly friendly, attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect for our group. The bowling lanes were clean and well-maintained, and the kids had so much fun using the bumper rails and lighter bowling balls. The arcade was a huge hit too?there were plenty of games to keep the little ones entertained.
Today my daughter's 7th birthday was planned for a waterpark party, but due to the good-ol weather, we couldn't have it there. Literally last minute phone call to the AMF bowling alley, and Alvin pulled through for us. Even though we didn't have a "booked party" you wouldn't have even known otherwise. He, and David in the kitchen, were so unbelievably helpful and accommodating. The birthday party went off with a hitch, thanks to this establishment, and we couldn't be more grateful. Thank you so much for the
Great atmosphere friendly staff, the bartender was very nice and made great Margaritas! Had a great time bowling, Highly recommend!
Lanes were failing to work properly. Ask to reset many times. New 2025 Year party was OK. Service was bad 2 stars. Champaign was delivered 20 minutes after midnight. Food so-so. Would not go for party next time.
Cheap awesome place to bowl every now and then. If you're coming during the week, come after 8 pm, price drops drastically! Food is meh and a bit pricy.
Was in town for my bday and went to bowl on mom, 12/09/24 The alley is nice and staff is good. Seemed as tho there was just 1 cook that night so food took long, as he had to walk the food to the tables too. Poor guy. The real MVP of the staff is bartender Alexis. She was quick and kind. When I asked her about my sister's parm fries taking 50 mins, she went checked and said they'd be out in 2 mins. She brought them to us with a smile and I saw her running other food too. She's just so swell.
We had 2 birthday Parties 2 weeks apart here and Isaac the manager helped us tremendously! We ordered so much food for the family and he had it out before everyone got there. The family enjoyed so much 5/5 would come back due to cleanliness and awesome atmosphere. Also thank you so much Isaiah for helping put up the decorations!! Saved me so much time and helped with the whole party!!!!
Great experience! I love how they have remodeled the place! It was a nice birthday set up on the food table; They put nice decorations. The staff was very friendly and helpful
Regardless of a few negatives (an hour wait for a lane and lots of food items were unavailable). It was a GREAT time! The counter clerk was helpful in getting us the best deal for our games. The cashier/ server was gracious and helpful in working on getting us a drink/ food deal based on available product. They were both knowledgeable and helpful! Some of the best service I've had in a long time. Also had lots of issues with our lane/pins/ball return and they switched us as soon as possible. ? We also got
The place was recently remodeled and upgraded! I love the new chairs and tables by the lanes. We came on a Sunday and they were not busy. The food was okay but the drinks were great. My kids had a lot of fun.
Atmosphere is fantastic and the unlimited night bowling is super fun. Only downside would be the quality of the food/drinks for the price.
Bowlero, is always a good experience for myself and Friends! Just a fun place, safe have a good time, enjoy!!!!
Nice atmosphere, food was good. Prizes in the arcade were ok, but nothing super cool. Also some machines were out of order. Bowling was fun though. Bathrooms were really creepy though. Avoid them if you can. There's a literal hole where you could drop your keys in.
Bowlero Lyons is the place to go! Great atmosphere, amazing staff. Lead by Rob, his team always makes sure the people have a good time. Went out with some friends early Friday night before the rush and he took care of our group. Once it got busy his staff Javy and Ale came to check in on us to still make sure we were having fun. This establishment definitely goes above and beyond to make sure everyone is having a good time even when they are packed to the wall. As a customer I see that and appreciate that.
The service and server was very professional. The manager came to check to see if we needed anything. The kids had a blast.
Great place for family fun. Don't come hungry. Food is alright. Will be back though. ??
After my last experience at AMF Forest Lanes, I am left with only the following words: Immaculate. Vibes. The crew was amazing. The atmosphere was lighthearted and jovial, like a christmas brunch. The different themes brought a unique energy to every frame. The lane messed up a handful of times, but always in our favor. 10/10. I will DEFINITELY be coming back on a Wednesday night in the near future for unlimited bowling.
It was great we had so much fun ?? and it was a Father?s Day weekend
The keyboard of the lane wasn't working properly. Food took too long, even when the place was empty, not a good taste. Service from the staff was poor.
Came in with a group of friends and was a nice time. Lanes were clean. The 3 cheese quesadillas and food platter with wings and whatnot was surprisingly good. The only reason why it's not getting 5 stars is because of the cocktails. I had a blue boozy long island and it tasted like legit cleaning alcohol. But hey it's a bowling alley cocktail. Would go again but no cocktails this time.
I had a great time! I came on a Groupon with my husband and 2 kids on a Tuesday evening. The girl at the front desk, Ale, was very welcoming and nice! The crowd was great, and so was the music! I can't wait to hit this spot again with my crew!
I really enjoyed my time with the kids very nice staff , my favorite is a hard worker name ysabel L, I've had the experience to have her at another place I went to named Reggie?s on the beach I will return
They always packed and you could never get a lane until 5-6hrs later.
If I could give 6 stars, I would. Amazing and friendly customer service. All the staff were so friendly and attentive. The party decorations and food were fantastic, the atmosphere was above and beyond, and we left really feeling great about the experience. Thanks for making our child's birthday something special. We will be back!
Don't play pool here, $20 an hour and tables are lopsided, sticks are wrapped.
I had a great time! The mangers were super friendly and helpful. There are plenty of other activities such as the arcade games! I had my birthday there. It's a great spot to spend time with family and friends. The food was immaculate too. Overall, 100/10 experience. I would come again! :)
I loved it and kids had a freaking BLAST!!!--Will be going back for sure
So, I went to this bowling alley the other day and let me tell you, it was amazing! Ivan, the guy who works there, was super helpful during my visit. He made sure everything went smoothly and even gave me some awesome tips to up my bowling game. I was really impressed with his friendly and attentive service. Overall, it was such a fun experience, all thanks to Ivan and the rest of the staff. You should totally check it out! ??
The place has great ambient the music is great! But the staff on the other had is very unpleasant we went to pay for our game our bill came out to 160$ for 3 games which was mind blowing because never in the years of going bowling have we ever paid so much . We asked the counter attendant a simple question but she wasn't very helpful . Instead very rude like we bothering her while we were just trying to get her to explain our bill to us she was real pissy and just wanted to get rid of us . We were bowling w
Great spot for kids and there are some leagues for those who want to have a good time. Only issue is that they oil only the league lanes so it's not really a spot to practice it seems.
Had a blast! Drinks were amazing! I had the berried alive lemonade and it was a 10/10! P.s I won??
A very fun place to bowl. Good food!
Went here for my sister's birthday party. So attentive and quick!
The food was great, and the arcade was fun but we were disappointed that we couldn't bowl
I had never hosted a party at a bowling alley and what a nice experience! I decided to host my son?s 17th birthday here. I normally host it all on my own at a park but decided something more laid back. The manager, Jocelyn, was such a sweetheart! She offered me a complimentary cocktail to start and literally took care of everything else for me. Her timing was on point with food, the birthday cookie cake and closing out. Also, the venue is really nice, updated, neon lights, good music, nice locals. We will b
Having a great time here! It was my first visit. I will be back????????
I brought youth from our community and were welcomed with open arms. They catered to our every need. Will definitely come back when we have another outing.
The place is kind of hidden and I'm sorry, but it doesn't look like much from the outside. But once you go inside it's a different story. The place looks great, very clean, and the staff was very helpful. Our lane had gotten stuck, and the staff was on top of it right away. As I approached one of the workers to let him know, he told me that someone was already fixing it. We went just to bowl, and see how it is, we didn't try any of the food. But, we will next time, because we'll definitely be going here aga
Not a bad place. The kitchen needs a new chef seriously. The food is not good. But overall the place is not bad could be bigger. But for something that is close by and you stay by the city and want to take your kids this is it.
Let me tell you...... Love fun memories with our kids. And this place is a family day to have fun and adult to enjoy as well. Love the service great staff. After or in between a fun game don't forget to have a drink with your girl Tiffany she's awesome. Always on point with your drinks and great service as well. Love it! Thank you ??
The manager, Alejandra went above and beyond to make our experience great. Very professional and extremely Lovely. Definitely will be back
This was was my first time visiting this place tonight at 8: 30 pm on February 10th, 2024. First, I guess we parked in the rear which we saw no signs, so we walked around the side of the building to the front. Next, we entered and there was a very rude white security antagonizing gust at the door and decided to insult our intelligence by saying it's common since to take your belt and keys and purse off at a metal detector, instead of him actually doing his job and politely asking us to do so because again i
Great atmosphere, clean place with lots of lanes. There are also plenty of games for kids and adults. The manager, Ivan, is very helpful with all our bowling needs and makes amazing drinks. 10/10 service. Would definitely recommend it!
This was a really nice bowling alley, the food was good. The restrooms were clean
Celebrate my hubby ?s bday here, from the start we were greeted by Alejandra who explained everything, the set up was so beautiful! Everyone got there on time and the food started coming unlimited drinks and food! The pizza and chicken tenders were delicious! Everyone was able to take food home! We forgot the candles and luckily they even had that!!! It is a little pricey but definitely worth it! Thank you so much to the team and to Alejandra for being an amazing host! ??
Lovely environment great food and wonderful drinks at reasonable prices. 10/10 would def recommend for a girls night out or a birthday party.
Perfect for a birthday party! Kids enjoyed it!
Really enjoyed myself here. Great place to take the family .
Went 9/23. Loved the experience here. Great staff behind the counter and had a great time. A bit pricey for 3 games of bowling on Saturdays. 3 stars because the security guard was extremely rude to our group of 4. He was yelling for no reason on a simple ?hello?
Bad experience...staff never around to help... horrible customer service
A bit pricey. 3 kids, 3 rental shoes 2 games $68. Very clean. Music videos good. Good customer service. Good Caribbean cocktail ??
Randomly reserved on Tuesday evening 1/2 and we had a great experience! The alley and arcade was very clean and the employees were suuuuuper nice and helpful! The music was soooo good I didn't wanna leave! 10/10 experience! Good job guys!
This bowling alley hosted a birthday party for a friend of my daughter's. It seemed really nice. They are doing some construction on the inside (the bar area), so it's a little bit confusing, but the service was great, and the food was good. I ordered the chicken fingers, fries and nachos. All of them were good, but The chicken fingers were so good that the kids stole them. My biggest complaint is that the "arcade" is a rip off, and the kiosks and video games don't give a very clear indication of how m
It was my brothers birthday and they decorated the table very nicely without us telling them to. Food service was fast and delicious. Manager was very friendly and made sure we were all having a great time and even gave us some gift cards to play at the arcade. Definitely recommend.
We had a good time yet felt pressured when the guy comes up to us and tells us we have to leave before 7:45. We knew they had a reservation waiting for 8 pm. Plus we had a five min issue with the pin roller not working.
Overall great experience, staff was attentive, pleasant and friendly. Made you feel like they were part of the party wanted everything to go smoothly. Would definitely use them again. Great!!! Managers as well, they were amazing extremely attentive as well, huge difference from 3 years ago.
My nephew had a birthday party here. The staff was extremely nice and helpful. The food was delicious. I would definitely be back. Highly recommended!
I give this place 5 stars for sure! This was my first time going and I will continue to come here. The food was good as well as the atmosphere, the prices are not bad either. Date night was amazing I must say!
First time here and I must say this place is amazing. The layout was good and although the food was a little bit on the expensive side is still good. The service was really great, but Jessica I believe her name was really stood out and went above and beyond for us. Making sure we all had food and drinks. Me and my boys will be back for sure.
The people were very friendly and attentive. I greatly enjoyed being there.
I want to give a HUGE shoutout to Monica, Angelica, and Alexa for making my birthday super special! Bowlero Lyons is far from my usual stomping grouns (from the city), but the drive was so worth it. This place is clean, well lit, and spacious. Besides that, the staff are so freaking wonderful and attentive. I hadn't been bowling in a while and I couldn't remember how to set up the machine and they kindly helped me. They also decorated the space for my birthday, so I definitely recommend doing an event pack
Had such a good time celebrating my brother?s birthday! Nicole took such good care of us! All the staff were super attentive, friendly, and made sure we had a great time. Definitely recommend if you have a big event, or even if you're just looking for something to do!
Great bowling ally. Huge building, so the wait time isn't too long. The parking lot is humongous, so no worries about not finding a parking spot. Prices are decent. They offer so many things as far as food and entertainment goes to keep you, friends, or the family busy for as long as you stay there. From arcades to pool tables among some of the stuff to do there. You can also buy food and drinks there as well. Great fun family atmosphere for everyone to enjoy. Highly recommended.
It’s a mix of nostalgia and high-energy fun! Many arcades blend retro classics like Pac-Man and pinball with modern VR games, racing simulators, and rhythm challenges — often with music, lights, and a social vibe.
Both can be great! Solo visits let you focus on your favorite games, while going with friends adds competition, teamwork, and laughs. Many people plan arcade meetups as a casual hangout or even date spot.
Usually just yourself and a way to pay (some arcades still use coins, others use cards or apps). If you're competitive, bring your A-game. If you're social, bring friends or meet new ones over multiplayer games.
Weekdays or early afternoons are usually less crowded — perfect for focused play. Evenings and weekends bring the buzz, especially at barcades or venues with DJs, tournaments, or themed nights.
Absolutely! Arcades attract a mix of casual players and serious gamers. Whether you're jumping into a four-player co-op or chatting between rounds, it's a fun, low-pressure way to connect over shared interests.
Not at all. While many arcades are family-friendly, there are also adult-oriented ones with full bars, 18+ nights, or vintage nostalgia themes. Arcades today cater to everyone — from first-timers to lifelong gamers.
Yes! Many arcades host regular competitions, retro nights, cosplay parties, and more. Whether you're into high scores or just want to watch and vibe, events add an extra layer to the experience.
No worries — arcades are about having fun, not being perfect. Try a variety of games, ask others for tips, and remember: the vibe is more “let’s play” than “let’s win.”
Yes, pool tables in arcades remain a fantastic draw in 2025! Games like 8-ball or 9-ball offer tactile, skill-based fun that blends strategy and precision. Modern tables feature smooth felt, responsive cues, and vibrant designs, enhancing the classic experience. Arcades foster a social vibe with casual matches or competitive tournaments, appealing to all skill levels. Unlike digital games, pool’s physicality—lining up shots, feeling the cue’s weight—keeps it timeless.