The Bull Pin - Elevated Entertainment

The Bull Pin - Elevated Entertainment

Reviews Summary

The Bull Pin generally receives glowing reviews for its fun atmosphere, excellent food, and friendly staff, with many praising the renovations and special events. Most highlight great service, reasonable prices, and a clean, family-friendly environment. However, a few negative reviews mention rude staff, reservation mix-ups, and occasional service issues. The majority of guests highly recommend it for bowling, drinks, and group gatherings, though consistency in service could improve.

About This Listing

Has Arcade Cabinets
Has Food
Good for kids
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.*

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 Prizes
Wheelchair Accessible

Contact Information

Address

555 S St Vrain Ave

Estes Park, Colorado 80517

Hours

Monday 3-10PM
Tuesday 3-10PM
Wednesday 3-10PM
Thursday 3-10PM
Friday 12-10PM
Saturday 12-10PM
Sunday 12-10PM

Customer Reviews

A huge THANK YOU to The Bull Pin for hosting our staff event this past Saturday! We had an absolute blast?great laughs, memorable moments, and some impressive bowling skills (and a few gutter balls, too). The food was delicious and the hospitality was appreciated. Whether you're a local or visiting Estes Park, The Bull Pin is the perfect spot to make memories and have a good time. We're grateful for a place that brings fun and community together so well!

We absolutely love coming here! Such a fun atmosphere and fun place to bowl and play arcade games. They always have great local Colorado beers on tap and have really good bar bites. Everyone who works here is super nice and friendly. Definitely worth a trip here as it's a great way to spend the night!

This place is amazing!!! Our family had a lunch buffet and bowling event at The Bull Pin! From the start Erin, was extremely helpful with planning the event, determining the space we would need, and the selecting the food for a variety of dietary needs. Mind you - she did this from half way across the country from me! Everyone in our group and I mean EVERYONE bowled, ate and mingled making memories. We had a 2.5 year old and a 92 year old in our group, and I don't know who had more fun!!! Dakota kept th

Our family had an amazing time at The Bull Pin in Estes Park! It's the perfect spot for a fun, budget-friendly outing that everyone can enjoy. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with cheerful Christmas decorations that made the whole place feel magical. The bowling lanes were well-maintained, and they had options for every skill level, from kids to seasoned players. The staff went above and beyond to make sure we had a great experience. Beyond bowling, the arcade games were a hit with the kids, and we

We came here for a wedding rehearsal party and it was such a blast! This was just before Thanksgiving and the bowling alley was already all decorated for Christmas and boy was it decked out! The staff was nice, and the facility was very clean. There are 8 lanes. The couches for the lanes are nice. There are two arcade areas. They have a large bar area that is slightly out of the way from the bowling and so it made it less noisy over there. They also have outdoor fire pits which was super lovely. Oh and ther

Awesome atmosphere me and my wonderful wife while on our honeymoon went here to bowl and they put up a sign for us saying congratulations which was so nice I definitely recommend coming here with family and friends very fun and great amazing staff

Great place for some bowling fun with friends and / or family. Food and drinks are also available. They also have an arcade. Good spot to have some fun times and to make memories.

We came here on 03/17 for my husband?s birthday and we had a BLAST. I'm glad we made a reservation because even for a Monday, it got busy. The staff were all really friendly, they had Irish music playing which was super fun. We got an order of the garlic parm wings and wow, they were amazing. We bowled for about 2.5hrs, we did originally only sign up for 1.5hrs but we extended, and they were able to accommodate which was great. It was a super fun time, reasonably priced, very nice/clean bathrooms, super fun

These are some of the best drinks I've ever come across. Elegantly served with a great bar atmosphere to go with it. The wings here are to die for and you can't beat a 50c wing anywhere anymore. I want to point out some of my favorite drinks like the old fashioned and the mule because its a staple anywhere but Lindsey's ability to take them the extra step to fit exactly what you're looking for, like a different flavor profile she didn't hesitate to explain a few different options I could try and it goes to

My wife and I are up here thanks to my grandmas timeshare as a christmas present. She desperately wanted to bowl and this was the place to go up here. We had a blast bowling. Lots of fun messing with the games and different settings. Great time on that end. I will say though when I saw the menu the buffalo macncheese had me thinking about it the entire 2 hours we bowled. Bowling AWESOME! Food ehhhhhhh. My wife loved her mac n cheese but the buffalo mac n cheese was just ehhhhh gooey if anything. Not really

Super fun place! We stayed across the street while in town and found ourselves here about 3-4 times on our 5 day trip. Beat jurassic park 4x now ?? played every game in the house, tried the food, drinks etc. Thank you guys We will most def be back next time we are in town ! 5 stars ??

Lindsey is hands down one of the best bartenders at The Bullpen. She makes a damn good drink, handles chaos like a pro, and somehow still cracks a joke while doing it. She treats people with respect, remembers your drink, and keeps the vibe fun ? unless you're out of line, then she'll do it with class and a raised eyebrow. The Bullpen?s lucky to have her. Tip her well, and thank her for putting up with all of us.

Bull Pin what a Great place for lunch, dinner. Grab a drink ? Family gatherings, small or company parties. They will take care of you here. We've had it all there, and we love it, never had any issues!!! Food and drinks are fabulous!!! The atmosphere is amazing. Always lots of fun for kiddos and for grownups. We love the Place!!!

Fun place overall! Perhaps the best wings in Estes Park- my husband grew up in Buffalo NY so our family is very experienced in drummies and wings! The staff was super friendly and attentive. Our first time here and we were impressed. The Bull Pin will definitely be on our list this year for family, friends and our rental guests! Thank you!

Review the food: It's surprisingly good! Wing Wednesday is a great deal (while it lasts! They can sell out!). Burger was solid. Tasty dipping sauces. Service was fine.

We visited on a rainy evening with our large family, and we had a great time! It was easy to book lanes online. This is easily the cleanest, most well cared for bowling alley I've ever been in. Will go back again!

Bull Pin is a fantastic spot for a quick and satisfying lunch, especially when downtown Estes Park is busy. During the 4th of July weekend, we found plenty of seating available even during the lunch rush (every place downtown seemed to have a crazy wait time). The menu offers a great variety of options for both vegetarians and meat lovers. We particularly enjoyed their soft pretzels, cheese curds, and mac and cheese. The service was friendly and attentive, and we were pleasantly surprised when the owner st

We had a blast Reasonably priced Food and bowling. The reason for the one star review it's because your cashier thinks she's real slick by tapping the center button on the screen for a tip before she slides around to you to sign.... Well I started checked gratuity was up to the Customer not set by the merchant

This place was amazing! Walking in you immediately can see how clean it is. With lots of seasonal decorations everywhere! Prompt service and accommodation, we took advantage of the suggested $10 burger and were NOT disappointed! Perfect temp along with delicious fries, seasoned, crispy and hot! including a cold beverage of your choice. Bowling was so much fun as well! Definitely coming back and bringing friends!

8 lane bowling alley, pay by pre-selected time (1hr, 1.5 hr, 2 hr) + shoe rental for each bowler. Was very clean and fun for our family of 6. A little annoying that the lane shuts down at exactly the time allotted so had to end game mid-frame. Reserved time ahead online which would recommend. Was busy back to back the whole time we were there.

Had our wedding welcome event at the Bull Pin. Wonderful vibes, perfect ability to have a separate space and then flow into bowling. Highly recommended as an event space, you and your guests will have a great time.

I wish I could leave NO stars. We arrived at 3 o'clock, the time of our reservation. We were told that the reservation was made at 1 o'clock and for one lane. This is not the true. My mother had called in requesting two lanes for 10 people to celebrate her birthday. The General Manager was in no hurry to really fix the situation correctly by apologizing, but to accuse my mother and myself as to making the lane reservation at the wrong time. The General Manager was very rude, dismissive, and unprofessional.

We had our wedding rehearsal dinner here and it was so much fun! It was so nice to get to hang out with so many different people the day before our wedding! Everyone had such a great time. We were able to share our slide show which everyone really enjoyed. Thanks so much for making our night special!

It took me forever to pop over to The Bull Pen, since it has had new owners and renovations. What a delightful surprise. Good job over there, guys! Fun, lots to do, clean, good food and the bartender Lindsey is amazing!

We had our daughter?s birthday party here. It's the second time we've been since they updated the inside. I just don't think there's a lot of value in what you get versus how much they're charging. It's very expensive here, from bowling to food to arcade games. They charged us $100 for 4 pizzas. And then asked for a tip. And the pizzas weren't good, dough was mediocre, cheese tasted like what you get from frozen pizzas. Just a very meh experience over all and for the price we paid it's just wasn't worth it.

Lindsey gave us the absolute BEST service we could ask for!! She's very personable and professional and adds to the fun atmosphere!! I definitely would recommend for family fun or even an adult night out!!

This is an absolute full service experience for your evening. Good food, full bar, entertainment. Can't ask for more. Probably one of the most underrated places in Estes Park. Since the new owners took over and remodeled, this has become a regular stop for us. They also have great specials throughout the week so check their website!

The food, drinks, and atmosphere was so amazing. But Dakota and Lindsey made our experience! So welcoming and gave the greatest service. Will definitely be coming back here again!

Embarrassingly rude staff, stared at us the entire time and were obviously bothered if you ask for anything (extra sauce, water, etc.). Bartender hawked us trying to upsell drinks the whole but couldn't figure out how to close a tab. Also lied about drink prices and tried to charge $22 for one margarita that the staff tried taking from us before we drank it. Overall terrible experience, totally incompetent rude staff. Sounded like Carrie was the manager. Do better.

We celebrated our little girls birthdays here and I have to say we couldn't have picked a better place to celebrate. The staff were more than accommodating and were so sweet. Food was great and the facility was very clean, has a nice bar for the adults and great prices on drinks, plenty of arcade games. Brian helped us set up a birthday package and their birthday packages are amazing! The new ownership is really making some great changes thanks so much we can't wait to be back!

Hands down our favorite place to visit while in Estes Park. The food is always great, especially the wings. Bowling and the arcade are always a hit with the kids and the TV?s in the bar area always have our favorite game on. This place is a must do anytime of the year. 5 stars all around!!

Update, also go Monday, 50% off bowling. You know what, just go every day LoL! First time customers. Nice place, arcade games, air hockey, pool tables, bowling. There is a self serve beer tap that charges by the ounce. Go on Wednesday, 50 cent wings!

We had a great time at The Bull Pin! Our family enjoyed bowling together in a clean, fun, and entertaining atmosphere. We had delicious food and appreciated the friendly staff. The new owners have made excellent improvements to the business and building. We highly recommend The Bull Pin.

Such a fun little gem in Estes Park! Our family had a lot of fun bowling and playing the arcade games. Food was pretty decent too :)

Went here for lunch post hike, patio views were wonderful. Food was so good, the menu has a little bit of everything. Staff was super friendly.

As a local who has frequented this establishment, I was disappointed by my recent visit. Just two weeks ago, I had an exceptional experience great customer service from a polite gentleman who made sure I could enjoy a variety of sauces with my 18 wing combo. This time, however, was quite different. I ordered the same 18-wing combo, but the woman at the front counter insisted that only one sauce could be included, contradicting my previous experience. When I explained that just two weeks prior, I was offere

Everyone did an amazing job helping us throw a welcome party prior to our wedding! The food was great, and the staff was really on top of everything!

Local community bowling center with good food. They were allowing a church to hold a fundraiser on a Sunday afternoon; we joined to help raise funds and enjoy the energy of the young people there.

We were at the bar hanging out for our one year anniversary and Dakota was our server - absolutely amazing service and we will DEFINITELY be back!! Thanks for a great time!

Cool spot to hangout. Close to town. They have bowling, pool, and an arcade. Prices were good. Drinks were a great price. Service was great. Everyone working very friendly.

We had our Holiday party here and it was so fun. The food was amazing, service was top notch and everyone had a wonderful time. Dakota, Erin, Bob and Lindsay did a fabulous job. Would recommend this for any group.

If you're looking for a place where your bowling skills are cheered on (even when you roll nothing but gutter balls) and where the arcade games transport you back to your childhood, look no further! We had a blast here with our group of six. The staff was so nice and accommodating, I half expected them to start serving us snacks on a silver platter! ?? They made sure our lanes were set up perfectly, kept the fun rolling, and even offered tips on how not to embarrass ourselves with our bowling skills (too ba

Great place, and my girlfriend works with a guy named Matt that is friends with the owner. Staff is friendly, food and drinks are good, and the bowling and pool was a blast. Thanks for the fun

Erin and her team are fantastic!!! Our company worked with the bull pin to plan a wedding in June and I could have asked for a better team of people! The venue makes a great space and fun atmosphere for a wedding reception. Erin was extremely communicative, helpful and quick to answer all our questions throughout the whole process. Day of her team was amazing at their jobs, on time, flexible and provided truly quality service!!! Our team had a wonderful experience here and the guests and couple had a amazin

Great bowling and arcade, full bar too. We did not eat, but food looked excellent. Weekly specials at a great deal

We had such a fun evening here! Reservations online are super easy. All of the staff was so wonderful!! The self serve tap was so cool! Highly recommend the blueberry cider. They have complimentary popcorn. I got the fried chicken wrap with bacon ranch abd it was DELICIOUS!! They are adding to it and making changes and I know it'll be so amazing when its done! We are visiting from SC but they made us feel like locals and took great care of us! Loved the Halloween decorations!

Reasonable prices and fun bowling games that provide a twist on classic bowling. Great for big groups or couples!

Easily the nicest looking bowling alley I've been to. Dakota was great! Super helpful.

Went to listen to the band. Venue is kinda makeshift gut the band was very good, dancing was encouraged and the bar has a large selection of local beers on tap.

WOW Estes has a bowling alley!! Amazing small venue with an insanely good view from the patio, cheep drinks, and some really friendly staff. Kicking myself for not knowing about this one sooner. Would absolutely recommend stopping by.

What a great experience!! Great people, fun atmosphere, delicious food... And that bartender was really good!! Dakota

What a cool idea. New years before the new year so everyone can experience the excitement. This is a cool bowling alley. It has a touch of nostalgia. With all the games and drinks there is something for everyone.

Chill spot. Love there gluten free pizzas. Cheap drinks. Good times. Live music on Mondays. Happy hr everyday 3 to 6pm $2 off most all drinks and appetizers. Thursday lady's night $2 off drinks Pools, bowling, good food.

This place is THE BEST! We phoned so many places, trying to find a place to watch the Stanley Cup Finals (with sound). The owner was so helpful, and got us set up beautifully. Big screen, with sound (!), great drinks and amazing burgers and fries. The bowling and games are super fun. This is a real Gem in Estes Park. Highly Recommended!

Great place for some good family fun. A smaller bowling alley (6 lanes). They have a full bar, billiards, small arcade, and a kitchen to order food while you play. Staff is friendly and helpful.

Way Finder Cleanings semi-annual company party at The Bull Pin Bowling Alley was a total hit! The staff went above and beyond to accommodate our group, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. The food was top-notch?everything was delicious and served just right. The atmosphere at The Bull Pin strikes the perfect balance between lively and laid-back, making it an excellent choice for any gathering. Special thanks to the entire team for their outstanding hospitality. We wholeheartedly recommend The Bull P

Facility is very nice, but as far as bowling goes there's kinda a strange pin system that attaches strings to the end of the pins. Personally, I don't think this is a totally non invasive system. I bowl a good bit, and the physics did not align with what I'm used to, consistently bowled less than my average

What a great place in Estes!! The food was awesome. The best wings. Great place to hang out, drink and have fun. Family friendly yet great for the adults to play as well. I highly recommend a night here! We have spent several evenings here. The dueling pianos was my favorite.

Delicious food. We were in town for 6 days and ate here twice! They're dog friendly on the patios! They have such a fun atmosphere inside and a much chiller atmosphere on the patios. Seriously delicious!!

I'm currently writing this review from the inside of Chippers Lanes, I can easily say that this is one of the worst experiences I have had (right behind my last time here). How am I supposed to bowl when the pins won't reset? You'd think that's kinda common sense and would be something that the BOWLING ALLEY would be good at right? Kinda bizzare. The employees wouldn't be a problem if there were more of them to cater to the evident problems that clearly occur here often. Not to mention the water, the water

The Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese is on POINT. Top notch! Manny really knows what he's doing back there in the kitchen! I've been here a few times now, and the food is consistently good, and the atmosphere is nice and low key. Great spot to unwind and grab a bite!

This place has an amazing vibe! Whether you're a local or just visiting, it's a fantastic spot to spend your time. I highly recommend trying the wings and the 90-minute bowling deal for only $45, which lets you play three games. If you're in the mood for a drink, the bar staff is excellent, and the wings are delicious.

Very Friendly staff, great atmosphere, and a good time. The food and drinks are awesome as well.

Wow! I have never had bowling alley food like this!!! Started with a FABULOUS chocola-tini. Hubby had a brisket burger that was piled high! And my patty melt was great with a perky little surprise for the taste buds! The entire staff was awesome. Thanks to you all for a wonderful time!!!

Kids had fun. Food was good for bowling alley, bowling isn't cheap but fairly priced. We did reserve a lane a head of time for bowling after eating in the bar/restaurant side first.

Love this place! So fun, and great food! The staff is so friendly too!

Stopped by for lunch after hiking in RMNP because a local said the burgers here were great. Got a cheeseburger with fries and a mocktail. The burger and fries were absolutely bomb. Also tried the cheese curds and the egg roll of the day. All really good! Was a really nice place to hang out and eat lunch on the patio and wind down after hiking for a few hours. Def check it out!

This bowling alley is so much fun! The prices are very reasonable and worth it! The staff is very friendly and the environment is fun!

The very best place to be indoors in Estes Park! Great family atmosphere, and plenty of room for any size of group. The food is fantastic, definitely not what you would expect from a bowling alley. We go there regularly just to eat. Tremendous effort went into the renovation here, and it's worth a visit just to see the transformation.

Clean, great food, good service. We had the jalepeno elk brat and the boneless wings. A hidden gem!! Great little bar. Has pool tables and a few bowling lanes. Highly recommend.

What a fun little place - not too packed on a Saturday. We had a great time.

Wonderful experience. My boyfriend and I are visiting from Denver and came to bull pin for a nice night out. And this place exceeded our expectations. When we first walked in they had a private event going on and they were more than willing to accommodate to us coming back in a hour to get a lane. We had a coupon from when it was chippers and Hannah and Bryan hooked us up with the coupon when they could of chosen otherwise since it was the Coupon for when it was chippers. The staff was AMAZING. If I could

Was not a great experience. I was told they charge by the hour, not the game. At the end of my hour, four frames into game number 2, they cut off my machine with no warning and no opportunity given to add time. Idk why you wouldn't ask customers to pay for the first hour and then charge by the minute after that. Cutting off a family in the middle of the game is bad business. Otherwise, it is a pretty place and the ser ice was good. The prices are crazy but that is Estes for ya. Also, the pins hang from w

We had a great experience! We brought in a group and everyone had so much fun! The staff were kind, took great care of us, and we're flexible with our planning needs. Thank you to Erin in particular!

Sat in the back covered patio, which was nice and low key with fire pits and heaters. Ordered a burger, which was perfect, delicious, and satisfying! Best I've had in a long time! Was there as part of a conference in town. Staff and management were kind, attentive, and responsive.

Really nice bowling alley and their drinks are amazing ??

It was fun, but the lady in charge of the bowling section wasn't nice. She claimed the lanes we wanted were "reserved", but no one played in those lanes the entire time.

Bowling is fine if you don't mind wire-set up bowling. Everything is in good condition, ran well. Food was very good, well exceeded expectations for bowling alley food but they have changed their menu recently so that is a result of the change!

One of the employees Dylan, was awesome. Definitely made sure everything was perfect and was super nice. All servers here were super friendly! Bowling was fun and had a great time at the arcade

Wish every bowling alley was like this one! Great updated atmosphere, lovely new owners. arcade games, bowling, pool tables, a bar and yummy food. Plenty of space. Great place for a rehearsal dinner or birthday parties! Seriously had a great time here.

The atmosphere is amazing! The staff is kind and Accommodating. The food is good. It has updated technology on the bowling lanes with tons of customizable options including taking a photo of yourself to display on score board! AND they have billards, arcades, a sports bar AND live music! As a born and raised local it is amazing to finally have comfortable place to hangout with the whole family where EVERYONE can have fun!! I can't wait to go back!

My friends and I went for bowling and drinks last night after the rodeo and it was a blast! The guys running the place were super cool and made sure we were all taken care of!

The new bar renovation looks awesome; I know there's still more yet to come but in the 9 months the new owners have had this place, every month there's something new and better!

This place is amazing! We were in Estses for our anniversary and took our kids along. The atmosphere was very cool, laidback and my kids had a blast! Food was great. Themed drinks were great. Prices were great. SERVICE is unbelievably great! My teen left his hoodie behind and unfortunately, they open pretty late, so we were unable to grab it before we went back home-4 hours away. The owner personally shipped the hoodie to me and wouldn't take any money as a thank you. I am so honestly floored. My only compl

What a great experience! Have been coming here a long time and the new updates are amazing! Had a burger with bacon tonight and can easily say one of the BEST burgers I've ever had. The bacon made it! Karaoke is so fun on Thursday?s! The specials nightly are a steal and the bartenders are amazing (especially Iris)!

We had a small gathering for my daughter's birthday. Had a great time! The staff was very accommodating and took good care of us. It did seem they're understaffed though. They really did their best though. The fried food was really good but the pizza was horribly cooked. The manager said they were having trouble with the ovens and comped the pizza no problem. The manager was working very hard and seemed on top of things. Very affordable get together!

I've never had a bad experience here, The Owner (Brian) is a cool guy, my only advice would be don't stop what you're doing. This town is better for having The bull pin in it. Also Karaoke would be an awesome addition. Great place to play pool when the tables are open.

The new updates are awesome at The Bull Pin. I spoke to the manager Erin and another staff member about their new additions? updated lanes, new bathrooms, everything was clean. Finally, nice staff, good food and a great experience overall. I compared prices with other bowling alley?s and they are cheaper here. I wish them all the success!!

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