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1189 Columbus Ave
Marysville, Ohio 43040
This over all was the worst bowling place i have ever been too. When we showed up, we immediately realized not only was everything extremely dated, not once. Has it ever been cleaned or updated since it was built. A younger staff member i upset very badly which I apologized multiple times I just thought he was a very young kid working there i said 14. He held back tears.I upset him because he was 16.(There was a way longer conversation). He continued to argue with me and get upset. And I said I'm sorry I u
You denied EMMA a child w a disability to bring her food in!!! Shame on you!!!!! I hope no one in your family ever has a disability!!!! This family spent enough money that day to justify letting the child bring their food in!!!! Poor excuse for a human being right there!!!! If I cld leave zero starts I would but it won't let me
After reading the latest response by David Gao, I wanted to say how untrue the racist part is of this alley. Everyone should know that alcohol is prohibited to take into public places. The owner is and always has been accepting of others and welcomes everyone no matter what. I have had plenty of parties and experiences here to know how accommodating and accepting all employees are. I recommend Dragon Lanes to anyone.
Had a birthday party here and the girls working the desk and the snack bar was unbelievably great.. awesome manners very kind hard working and very pleasant. They Rocked out and made us feel important during my grandsons 5th birthday party..
RACIST. RACIST. RACIST Business. Racist staff with uncalled for comments. I was unaware of the law that you could not bring your own alcohol into a bowling alley that serves alcohol. Yes I made a mistake by bringing in alcohol but I was unaware and didnt see the signs that said it was prohibited. We were confronted by an older gentlemen that made comments such as ?you know better? and when I stated I was not from here and didnt know it was against the law, he responded with ?you speak perfectly fine englis
Good locally owned bowling ally. The food can use some serious work, but the ownership is doing little things all the time for continuing improvement.
Good, but could be great!
This place ruined my passion for bowling, it stole the light from my soul. If you don't want you're inner joy dimmed I suggest finding a different bowling alley.
My wife and some friends just discovered this place in late December 2023. I always knew it was there but had never bowled there. We like it. It's in better shape than my house bowling alley, the people are friendly, the bowling pro (rents space from the bowling alley) is knowledgeable, friendly and knows his stuff. We ended up joining a 15-weeks Fun league on Wednesday nights, starts first Wed of Jan and runs into April. We've had a great time meeting new people and bowling. The lanes are synthetic, the h
Perfect for the area. A bit over priced however with a few issues with mechanics on the lanes. Great staff and fun place.
The alley itself, it amazing. Tons of fun! But when we went there tonight, by the middle of our first game my husband and I were both Dripping sweat it was so hot in there! So I asked the person running the counter if they had AC on and she said "oh! Is it hot in here?" So she told one of her co workers and he brought out a box fan to try and cool off 12 bowling lanes. A family came in next to us and before they even started bowling the mom said "omg it's hot in here!" They ended up leaving before even play
Had a fun time with the family. Booked 2 hour special for New Years. Well maintained and food was okay. Changes to black light at 8 which kids enjoyed.
Wouldn't bowl here if it was the last bowling lane on earth. 0/10, do NOT recommend.
Had a very nice time bowling and the pizza was good. People who work there were nice and helpful
Took off a star because the pizza was absolutely horrifying. Do not recommend. But everything else was alright!
The alley is older but they are working on it. The AC has been updated and this time we went it was very cool. We really enjoyed our time there with our boys and we will definitely go back. You can buy food and drinks plus they have a small arcade area. The seating are is nice. Overall Great Family Fun experience.
Attended my granddaughters birthday party there. My daughter purchased one of the packages listed on the website. When she arrived the price was $60 MORE than what was on the website. The place could definitely use some improvements. The Pizza was subpar at best and no one cleaned up any of the trays or asked if we needed additional drinks ever. Beware!!!! because they stated to my daughter that the WEBSITE prices are NOT valid and they no longer own this website . They did not explain that or hon
Have definitely been to better bowling alleys. The lanes seem to break down often so if you are paying by the hour then it really screws with games. Getting drinks at the bar is not the best either because you can order the same exact drink twice and pay 2 different prices for it. Some of the staff is nice but also ran into an issue of one staff member being a bit rude when approaching my husband about something. We likely won't go back unless we are attending the Humane Society event again.
We had a big group here, and it could've been a lot better. The place had a strange smell, and I asked a employee for food and they said they didn't work at the bowling alley. Well, why were they behind the cashier, beside the kitchen? The jukebox didn't work, and we lost 10 dollars and we couldn't get a refund. The food was fine, nothing special. Lots of problems, and honestly there are better bowling alleys to go to, so I wont be returning.
Staff was nice but This place is in need of some repairs, especially for the price. We spent most of our game waiting for ball return. The balls are also returned covered in black gunk which we got all over our clothes. Food is also a bit overpriced!
Reasonable prices for bowling, food, and gameroom!
Hands-down, one of the best bowling alleys in Ohio. Lanes are well-managed, and oiled appropriately. Bar, food, overall service, and bowling, all very fairly priced. I will definitely be returning.
Terrible experience. I went bowling at this location, I brought my own shoes because I don't like my feet in rental bowling shoes, I came with my family and my best friends family. When we were done bowling, some old lady who worked there took my shoes out of my hand and told me they were the bowling alleys shoes because they looked like other shoes they had for rent. They told me I had to prove to them that the shoes were mine. I was called a liar and a thief a few times before I decided I had enough. I c
Excellent service, a great small business with friendly staff. I was impressed how family friendly and bright it was. It would be fun for a date night too. The pizza was basic bowling alley quality but totally fine for a party of kids.
A bit rundown, but lots of fun. Alleys in good shape. Automated score keeper. Plenty of lanes. Was there for private event so no idea how busy it usually is or how the snack bar is. Staff was friendly. Full service bar w reasonable prices. Entertaining. Didn't see a game room, but didn't check out the whole place.
I called ahead to reserve 4 Lanes for a get together the lady said no problem , then when I showed up said I can only have 2 Lanes. Her reason why was because she didn't think we would show up so she did not have enough room. We had to cram 6 people on each lane and didn't have enough time to finish 2 games and they shut us off with 1 frame to go. The bar tender was really awesome and the only reason I have them any stars. 1980 called they want their bowling alley back update your bowling alley
Went in and everything was fine. Started bowling and our lane kept messing up over and over and after about 45 mins they finally gave us a new lane. Later we walked passed the workers up front and heard them saying bad things about their customers which we did not think was professional, one guy even said ?We have their money now so it doesn't matter?. They said they were going to make it a nice place but it's still just a run down place and way too over priced.
First time here overall had a great time. Staff is friendly and place is clean. Took a star off due to frequent issues with one of our four lanes. Would recommend.
Our first time at the lanes since the name change. The staff is mostly young but very respectful and nice. The bartender was very nice too. We went for "Thunder Alley" marketed as a fun night with music however the only music that played was when someone played the jukebox. All other black light Friday/Saturday night fun bowling has music and lights which this location lacks. Normally $15 but for August discount to $10. I wouldn't pay the $15 . It was an ok experience. Nothing spectular but not
Last time I was there, no one else was there so basically we had the run of the place, three of us bowled. I liked the fact that it was small. It had a cozy feeling to it. Didn't matter about food, drink, bar no bar, video games no video games. It was about the bowling time.
I was pleasantly surprised. Nice, older bowling alley with pleasant staff. Lanes seem to be in good shape. You and the fam can have a nice afternoon or evening out.
Doesn't seem like anything has changed since the place was built. One of our lanes had frequent issues. Also, if you have a party get it in writing that you can bring any food because if not they will make you take it away (even a veggie tray for kids...).
What a joke! It could be a gold mine with nothing else to do in town. People are rude. Place is dirty. Employees just sit and do nothing. They put in vending machines to make it easier on themselves. You have to ring a bell to even get someone to wait on you. Incremental sales obviously no one cares about this place SAD !!!
We had a great time, but it was surprisingly spendy for an evening of bowling. The staff and service were great tho, and the food was good.
Love that we have bowling lanes in marysville. The staff and food is great. Love the recent addition of arcade games and pool tables. The lanes could be improved?hope to see this in the near future!
Great service and perfect birthday party location
Had my daughters 9th birthday party here today. 8 kids had a blast bowling, eating pizza, and playing in the arcade. Great time! Staff was friendly and very helpful.
A huge waste of money and time. It was incredibly overpriced and very very rundown. if you want to go bowling, have fun, and not overpay go to bellefontaine. i will never spend my money here again.
We had our son's birthday party here and the people working were very accommodating to us and the kids. Great experience ?? ??
Couldn't find the right size ball or if you did find the right ball, holes were to small. Lanes weren't working correctly. Food was decent.
We held my son's birthday party here. Had. Great time! The staff was friendly and helpful!
Spent too much money to have a party here and They actually cut the time early to get there next party in before we were even done and the sad part is the last game had one person with one frame left and I saw the manager running to the panel next to the desk to stop it before we could finish a game. It's customer service like this that is the cause of this bowling alley still being in the same condition it was 20 years ago only with 20 extra years of decay. Ask yourself why are people still going to o
The service was poor. They rip people off for things they ?can't control?. It smells awful and the floor is disgusting. The staff have no idea how to do their job and customer service just clearly isn't in their vocabulary.
They will take you over the coals on price. Bucket of beers cost the same as buying each individual beer. Buying blowing games... Also no package deal. Also Senior price bowling is cheaper than 12 & under. Really?
Very disappointed in the quality of the staff. Some were very strict and others had no idea what they were doing. Also had a very bad smell. Food is not tasty. Do not recommend.
Food wasn't great but the bowling experience is a lot better and way more fun then it was so it was ok
I would never recommend this bowling alley. Very run down, very poor customer service, very rude, the people who run it just make you feel like you should just get out. This place needs to be closed down or remanaged. Just a very unpleasant experience overall. I remember coming as a kid and it's not even the same.
Awesome place amazing employees great for having plans too go do something fun for everyone for the day an night
Staff was very attentive, and the atmosphere was great. It was easy to have fun.
The drinks and food were ok and the speakers sounded blown. over all it was ok.
Nice, smaller bowling alley. They were attentive and helpful through out the time we were there.
Smells like marijuana when I walked in. Terrible customer services. This place is older than my grandpa. And the food is trash. Don't waste your money
We went here for a birthday party. It was fun but the pizza crust tasted like cardboard.
Went there Friday September 30th no one was there just the employees who informed me that they were closing at 9pm I wonder if the owner knew that ??
Ceiling is falling in, ball returns are cracked, and the lanes left black goo all over my ball. I'm going to have to have it cleaned after bowling two games here.
Dragon lanes more like dragon deez nuts across your face!!! I'm just kidding this is a good place for family bowling but if you're trying to do bowling as a sport I would not recommend these lanes.
my friends and i go here often, a ton of fun. alright food.
We had a great time even though there were several issues with pin setting and ball return
clean place to bowl and get a drink everything is good a lot better than it used to be keep up the great work.
Was packed. Just for teams Mondays. Very nice owners. And bowlers. Was a bit older bowling alley.
The service was fantastic with a great new owner. The staff was great and always on top of issues with the lanes.
We took the grandson He loves to bowl.
Friendly and inexpensive place to bowl. May not have all the bells and whistles of newer lanes, but friendly folks make up for.it
Great bowling alley! Very fun and good prices.
The kids loved it. The place just needs some updates.
Under new ownership and it shows in a positive way. Great place for a kids Birthday Party!
Good, small town bowling alley feel. Nice friendly people!
Always got a reason why you can't get a lane. Pretty sure this place doesn't want your business so go elsewhere.
Didnt really suck, even when packed. 4 stars because it wasn't godly, but it was ok for what it is
For a smaller bowling alley, it is a great place, the people there are great to get along with and talk to, as well as good service!!
Very run down bowling alley, went to "cosmic" bowling from 9-11 and they abruptly shut off everyone's lanes at 11. Not very friendly staff, limited ball options and maintenance issues with the lanes and ball return.
My daughter bowls in highscool leagues here and it is a small family feel...Good times are had by all...
There for a tournament- it was overly crowded - hot - when a door was finally opened a parent closed it - and the owners would not open it - ridiculous when you are overcapacity- lanes kept breaking down horrible place
Very crowded also shut down our kids game in the middle of a game took them 20 minutes to figure it out and by that time we were already done with our game so we had to sit there and watch the kids play and then the game wasn't even working right
Awesome Bowling in Marysville! Great place to bring the family. Will be back soon!
We had a good time there. Staff was great!
Aging bowling alley in need of some TLC. Freezer pizza. Basic beer selection. But you do get to bowl while you're there.....
Calm and laid back. Friendly staff. Good for a relaxing time with friends and family.
Terrible place. Need to update and maybe get a bartender that knows how to make a proper jager bomb.
Perf fr weekend hangout
Friendly staff and everything you need for a night of fun.
Most of the staff is rude, pro shop is never open, food sucks and a very dirty place!!!
Nice place for family fun.
It was an okay bowling alley. The bowling balls got stuck multiple times since they were working with older equipment.
As a lover of swords and wizardry I was highly disappointed that there were zero actual dragons.
It is a fun place to bowl, they have a snack bar, bar, and a pro shop.
Lanes are uneven...the gutters are in pices...ball return is blah and the pin collectors break down too much on the left side.
Nice place to bowl friendly workers. Clean environment.
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