Gil Hodges Lanes
📍 Brooklyn, NY
A traditional Brooklyn bowling alley with arcade games and friendly staff. Best suited for families with older children, though operational issues may cause frustration.
It’s been here over 30 yrs I been coming here since I was younger with my bowling team my friends and family it’s fun place to pass time and have a good time they have arcades as well ice hockey car driving arcade basketball motorcycle they have food as well it’s 15$ per hour
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Best for families with older kids who enjoy bowling and arcade games, though the experience can be inconsistent. The venue offers good entertainment variety but has operational issues that may frustrate parents. Come prepared for potential wait times and strict policies.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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mike dimaggi
a year ago
“It’s been here over 30 yrs I been coming here since I was younger with my bowling team my friends and family it’s fun place to pass time and have a good time they have arcades as well ice hockey car driving arcade basketball motorcycle they have food as well it’s 15$ per hour”
Nick P 626
8 months ago
“Well Mannered employees. Front desk employees are generous to add extra time to games.”
Roxanna Alvarado
a year ago
“A bit disappointed and frustrated by the misinformation on their website. It explicitly states it is walk in only and no reservations are taken; however, when I went with my family I was told the opposite— that I needed a reservation. Rather than take accountability for the misleading information on their site and for the inconvenience experienced, I was given the excuse of “we’re not technologically savvy.” I think management should find a way to make sure they have accurate information on their site so as not to inconvenience anyone traveling with hopes to bowl. Just be aware if you do plan to come, they DO take reservations and in fact it seems it would even be highly encouraged you make one or else you will be asked to wait hours for a open lane or may just have to find something else to do.”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Gil Hodges Lanes is a long-established Brooklyn bowling alley featuring bowling lanes, arcade games including air hockey and racing games, and on-site food service. The venue offers free parking and pram access, making it convenient for families, though parents note strict policies and occasional cleanliness concerns.
