Fast Lanes Bowling, Arcade & Restaurant

Fast Lanes Bowling, Arcade & Restaurant

Reviews Summary

The bowling alley is generally praised for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and excellent family-friendly atmosphere, particularly for birthday parties and kids' events. Many highlight the quality of food, including pizza and burgers, as well as affordable fun. Staff are frequently commended for their helpfulness and humor. However, a few negative reviews mention equipment issues, long wait times, and occasional poor customer service, which detracted from the experience. Overall, it’s a popular spot for casual outings and celebrations, with most visitors leaving highly satisfied.

About This Listing

Has Arcade Cabinets
Has Food
Good for kids
Has Pool Tables
Has Prizes
Wheelchair Accessible

Who Can Play?

Most arcades welcome all ages (some may have age restrictions for certain games)
Minors may need parent/guardian supervision (policies vary by location)
No gaming experience required - games range from beginner to expert level
Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes recommended for safety
Valid ID may be required for certain attractions or age verification
Groups and parties welcome (advance booking may be required)

*Note: Age restrictions and policies may vary by arcade. Check with your local facility for specifics.*

First-Time Visitors

First-time visitors may need to sign a waiver or register for a game card. Staff are typically available to help explain games and provide tutorials. Some arcades offer newcomer specials or free play sessions to help you get started.

Common Restrictions:

Age-Based Some games may have height or age requirements for safety reasons
Capacity Popular games may have wait times during peak hours

*Note: Policies vary by arcade. Confirm with your local facility.*

What to Bring

Cash or card for tokens/credits (some arcades are cashless)
Valid ID for age verification or membership signup
Phone to capture high scores and memories (check photo policies)

*Note: Payment methods and requirements may differ by arcade.*

Preparing for Your Visit

Check arcade hours and peak times online before visiting
Eat beforehand or check if the arcade has food options
Bring friends for multiplayer games and competitions
Wear comfortable clothes you can move freely in
Avoid bringing valuable items that could be lost or damaged
Check for special events, tournaments, or discount days
Set a budget for games and stick to it
Stay hydrated, especially during long gaming sessions

*Note: Tips may vary by arcade type and location.*

How to Get Started

Most arcades accept walk-ins, but call ahead during busy periods or for large groups. Check for membership deals!

Other Helpful Info

Most visits last 1-3 hours depending on games and group size
Popular games may have longer wait times during weekends and evenings
Many arcades offer unlimited play packages or time-based pricing
Some locations host tournaments and special events regularly
Prize redemption available at many arcades - save your tickets!

*Note: Policies, pricing, and features differ by arcade. Contact your local facility for details.*

What to Expect from Pool Tables in Arcades

Step up to a pool table and dive into a classic, hands-on game! Expect sturdy tables with smooth felt surfaces, cue sticks, and a set of numbered balls for games like 8-ball or 9-ball. You’ll chalk up, aim, and strike the cue ball to pocket balls with precision, mastering angles and spin. Tables are well-lit, often with vibrant designs, creating a lively atmosphere. Whether playing casually with friends or joining arcade tournaments, pool offers strategic, social fun that’s easy to pick up and endlessly engaging in 2025.

How Arcade Prize Games Work

Dive into the excitement of arcade prize games! Expect claw machines, skee-ball, whack-a-mole, or basketball challenges where you test your skills or luck to win tickets or prizes directly. Claw games require precise joystick control to grab toys, while redemption games reward accuracy with tickets to trade for plushies, gadgets, or trinkets at prize counters. Modern setups boast colorful displays and smooth mechanics, blending nostalgia with fresh fun. The thrill of winning and the vibrant arcade vibe make prize games a captivating draw in 2025.

Features

Has Arcade Cabinets
Has Food
Good for kids
Has Pool Tables
Has Prizes
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

107 Paul Carr Dr

Checotah, Oklahoma 74426

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 11AM-8PM
Wednesday 10AM-5PM
Thursday 11AM-9PM
Friday 10AM-10PM
Saturday 11AM-10PM
Sunday Closed

Customer Reviews

Overpriced, rude, pool tables are old & lumpy, bowling leagues take up most of the lanes EVERYDAY, employees do not possess ABLE licenses...the list goes on. He aware of this place. The owners wife likes to claw and grab at people and thinks it's OK because she is wheelchair bound. Will not back!

Went here for some family friendly fun and it did not disappoint. Had a group of 10 and the owner and Bubba took care of us. Shout to Bubba - She did everything and did it well! She deserves a raise/promotion. She practically ran the place. The place was clean and fun. Prices were friendly too. The food was good as well. We loved the frito pie and spicy fried pickles. The cheese sticks were delicious as well. Highly recommend the place for anyone to come enjoy and hangout.

At a youth tournament today. Came here last year too. I love the selection of food and delicious slushies the woman running the concessions are great

Might be a different way to ask this question but can people order pizza from the bowling alley for takeout purposes? The pizza photos posted online sure look good.

Thank you to Xavier, Amanda and Alex for letting us just have great time with bowling, pool and air hockey. 3 of us where kind of lasts ones to leave. All of them have a great sense of humor. Props!

Excellent place to bowl, great staff! The food is very good as well. All your bowling needs from balls to bags, and Mike can measure and drill for you as well.

Had a great experience for our kids birthday. We didn't do the birthday package because it was just us, however the package itself was very reasonable! We had a great time and kids very much enjoyed bowling and playing the arcade games available.

I took my grandson,he usually plays arcade while church bowles,he usually plays 50.00 or so. Ordered large tots and 2 drinks was15.00 way to high. We know a bunch of the bowlers,grandson asked if he could bowl the man said let's see how many lanes open,there was 3 so grandson asked if he had to have socks he was told yes so he went to machine and bought a pair then went back to that man and he was told to wait a few minutes he was doing something,my baby waited (he is 11)so he waited about 15 minutes and ag

Great place for family fun! We had a group of 10 and they took care of us. Bubba especially was great. She did everything! She deserves a promotion. Food was great and lanes were clean. Frito pie and cheese sticks were awesome. Spicy fried pickles were awesome too.

Me and my brothers have been here many times and it seems like every time we come to Fast lanes they keep getting more and more worse. First it's putting us on lanes they know they have issues with. Then it's the long waiting times for whenever the lane they put us on are messing up. We come in full of excitement and ready to have fun but then we walk out annoyed and upset that we wasted hours and money just to wait on poor equipment and poor customer care. We even got harassed by an employee for us leaving

Had my daughter's birthday party here an we all had fun. The food and drinks are good. Even though i didnt get a good score Bowling was fun. And the kids had a blast with the acade games and getting to pick a prize with all their tickets. Ive been here a couple time and will go back for sure

The atmosphere was fun and pleasant, however there was only one staff member and the place was moderately busy. We ordered food, which was actually pretty good and went to pay with a debit card however she said she only takes cash. That's fine, but there were no signs that she took cash only, there was an ATM there, however it was broken. So my husband had to leave to get cash. The staff member wasn't very friendly or helpful in the beginning, however she did eventually warm up and assisted us several t

Small but friendly folks, decent price. Games kept messing up giving tickets and we rented the lane for an hour and spent a lot of time waiting on pin resets and ball returns. But all and all we had a fun time

This is a nice little home town bowling alley. They have some modern arcade games that earn tickets for prizes. They have 2 pool tables and serve a variety of foods, snacks, and beverages (including a small selection of low point alcohol). It feels like a nice place to take a date or the family. Staff is friendly and helpful with table side service after ordering. A+++++

Great grandson's birthday party. Extremely nice and accommodating. Haven't bowled in yrs but had a terrific time.

We love our local bowling alley. They are very great at welcoming kids. Taking kids never feels like you are unwanted. Food is delicious even if you don't just want to stop in for lunch.

Attended party staff service were great, very attentive. ?? bowling games drink?????? ??included for kids. Had cotton candy maker vending machine & small arcade also. Kids all ages had blast! Prices little high, ie.:drink was over $3. Would still recommend.

Best Burger in town! The lady there today was amazing, did it all by herself! The birthday cake you did was also very good. Thanks for having a clean establishment.

Brought the kids for some bowling and games to celebrate our 10 year old. Pizza was great, and people were super friendly! Thank y'all for a blessed experience.

Terrible customer service, food was cold with a big toe in it, the bathrooms were too clean to be considered public use I expect at least to clean one or two butt cheek hairs off the seat but not a single spec?unacceptable, the pool tables are fine but the balls had to be fixed bc they never went where I pointed the stick at, all the bowling balls had holes in them, idk if it was a bad design call or what but i want to granny roll the ball without my pinky finger gettin stuck, but overall, good vibes, Xavie

Excellent place. Great fun, Awesome prices and their food is amazing. Food is made to order. They make their own pizzas, pat out each burger and everything. It was a totally amazing.

I had a party scheduled for today and found out three hours before my party that they had no electric. This party was for my granddaughter who had never had a birthday party. Due to the kindness of the Eufaula Indian Community we were able to use their facility. The owner and staff of this bowling alley drove to Eufaula with the cake, games, music and party supplies. Due to their diligence and kindness a wonderful party was put together in three hours. The staff and owner were amazing and if we had booked i

Went bowling Saturday night, haven't bowled at Checotah for several years. Wanted go enjoy time with the wife but was everything but that . We paid for an hour and spent at least 30 minutes waiting for the balls to come back and the pins to reset. We were moved to 4 different lanes same problem on all lanes. They gave us 15 minutes extra minutes, still the same . Will not waste my time or money again at Fastlanes .

When I had first called to discuss having my sons birthday party, the man on the phone said they make it stress free for the parents. they do set up, clean up, provide kids with a meal, help with serving and they provide the cake. All I needed to do was bring candles and the kids. He said the cake was not a wal-mart cake, it was better. (Having used wal-mart cakes in the past and been very satisfied with their cakes, I was expecting an outstanding cake!) I had also discussed about having young childre

Great alley!!! Was super surprised with the bowling experience. Upon arrival I second guessed myself on this place but the interior is immaculate and fueld by a friendly staff. Though this place may never cross my path again...I wish to gutter their lanes again someday. They have beer as well.

The alley itself was fairly average, not to say that is a terrible thing. It's expected for the area. However, the staff that I've encountered on both occasions while bowling here were very unwelcoming. They created a very uncomfortable air, to the point that I dreaded every time I had to go to the counter to buy additional games. I would have thought I was asking for the short off their back. They also have very few balls and seem to make no effort to keep them in any form of order. 2.5/5 at best. I'd go a

They need more help on weekends for the desk and kitchen. Especially when they have birthday parties. Kitchen needs to write names down on orders instead of hunting people down to find the person that ordered.

This is such a fun place. Not only do you get arcade games and bowling all in one place, you also get great food at great prices. They've got one of the best burgers in town!

Visiting and wanted to do something fun with the family. Good price to get out of the rain and have some fun.

Been coming here for years. My sons bowled youth league and high school. Now my grandkids are bowling too. Fast Lanes does so much for the youth of our city from hosting Prom Bash every year to hosting High School Bowling and offering a youth league for kids from 4 to 18. Recently 2 of our young people signed wit UCO to bowl Collegiate. Both were a part of our youth league and high school teams. As a coach for the girls team and our youth league it is the best fun ever to watch these kids grow.

Took the family out for bowling and had a great time. Very clean place. The people there are friendly and helpful.

You know I really like bowling here. I have grown up helping around here and if it wasn't for this bowling alley to be here in Checotah, OK than Checotah probably wouldn't have anything fun for us kids. I come here a lot, I learned how to play pool here. They have people that come in to bowl and sometimes they won't have a ball to fit them you know what they do? They find one and later on they will order new bowling balls. If people don't like it, think about it they pay for a lot of things to go in this bo

Really friendly and helpful staff .we where pleased with the customer service . They trying to help you out wherever they can . We do appreciate everything you guys did in a this short time . Keep up the great work . We defently will be back . ??

Excellent staff and Boeing. Great birthday for our 3 yr old! So attentive staff, even helped the kids bowl!

A great place for family and friends to get together and have a great time. They also have some of the best food in town.

love that place! Me my husband and granddaughter had a great time there!

What you'd expect from a bowling alley. Fairly clean place, shoes were decent and a decent selection of house balls. Staff were great!

Great customer service. The bowling was quite fun and the setup of the building is unlike any other bowling alley I've been in, in a good way.

They did such a wonderful job with my sons party I was very impressed! Two big thumbs up

There's a total of 12 lanes and it was only $18 for an hour of bowling plus Shoe rental had a great time with our church activitie.

Hosted a great birthday party for us with less than 1 week notice! Kids had a great time! Thank you guys!!!

Took my girls here and on spring break. The bowling alley was clean and nice. We had a great time.

A fun birthday party and totally worth the price! Loved it!!

Great affordable fun. Great for kids parties, and a nice selection of food and drinks.

Very pleased with the atmosphere and how well they took care of the kids that attended the bowling birthday party!

Fantastic staff handled our daughter's birthday party wonderfully will recommend to all

Awesome place for a party, great food and Lori will help you plan your event to perfection!

I had a birthday party there and the food and decorations where great I hope to go there again.

They took good care of us on my sons 13 birthday celebration.

Good times here! Some of the pin setters malfunction frequently, but they get em going quickly.

We always have a good time there. The people are nice and the food is good

Clean, friendly, family entertainment. Staff goes out of their way to make sure bowlers have what ever is needed.

Great staff and clean place! Very good for families and events.

Clean, friendly place to have fun, with good prices and great staff.

Wasn't crowded friendly staff clean environment had a real good time 0

They put us on lane 12 which is the broken one and we wasted 30 minutes just waiting for the bowling balls to come back.

Excellent place for fun! Joined the summer free bowling program! Kids love it!

Great place to just lay back with freinds and family to have a good time

My favorite place to be in checotah. Good pro shop there as well if you want a ball they will fix you up for a good price.

Wasn't expensive and friendly people we enjoyed our time there

Awespme place for Birday parties for kids they have the cake and decorate and hand gifts and get it sacked up to go home

Great place to hangout, food is awesome its a fun place to take family.

Nice facility, clean, well maintained, courteous staff, and reasonably priced.

We love bowling here food is great cleanest bowling alley I've been in

Small but fun place. Food and drink are a little pricey.

This business is super clean, newly remodeled and the food is amazing!!

It was good. Not bad at all. Clean and friendly

Service was great. The food was good. And it was clean.

Always fun and awesome birthdays

Great staff lanes work wonderful great food also.

Great family fun. Very friendly staff

My nephew loved playing the games. We will be back tomorrow.

Haven't been to many alleys but it's friendly and clean.

Cool place, we had a lot of fun.

Great place and lots of fun

Good family fun day reasonably priced

Nice clean place great family fun

Most of the arcade games are out of service the lanes seem bumpy

My husband and I always enjoy going bowling here.

We had soooo much fun ??

They hosted a birthday party and was fabulous.

My favorite place to bowl i go at least once a month

A little expensive, but a really fun place!

Always a great time and wonderful staff

Awesome place great service and friendly staff

Cool, clean and fun for the whole family!!

Very nice and fun place

It's a fantastic family place

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s it like visiting an arcade today?

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.

Is it better to go alone or with friends?

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.

What should I bring to an arcade?

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.

What’s the best time to visit an arcade?

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.

Can I meet new people at arcades?

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.

Are arcades still just for kids?

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.

Are there events or tournaments I can join?

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.

What if I’m not great at arcade games?

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.”

Are pool tables in arcades still good in this modern age?

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.

Why are arcade prize games so exciting to play?

Arcade prize games are a thrilling highlight in 2025! Claw machines, skee-ball, and ticket-redemption games like basketball offer a rush of skill and chance, with rewards like plushies, toys, or electronics up for grabs. Modern machines feature vibrant lights, digital scoreboards, and responsive controls, amplifying the fun. The lively arcade atmosphere, with cheering crowds and buzzing energy, makes every win feel epic.