FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Where is Brooklyn Bowl located?
Brooklyn Bowl is located at 61 Wythe Avenue between N. 11th & 12th streets Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York. We’re just around the corner from the Brooklyn Brewery.
What trains should I take to get to Brooklyn Bowl?
Please consult our Directions page.
How do I drive to Brooklyn Bowl?
Please consult our Directions page.
What are Brooklyn Bowl’s hours?
Monday – Thursday :: 6:00pm – 2:00am // Friday :: 6:00pm – 4:00am // Saturday :: 12:00pm – 4:00am // Sunday :: 12:00pm – 2:00am
Can I bring my kids bowling to Brooklyn Bowl?
Kids and others under 21 years of age will be welcome only during the daytime on Saturdays and Sundays.
What sort of food will Brooklyn Bowl serve?
The food at Brooklyn Bowl will be an eclectic and affordable menu made by Blue Ribbon. For more information, please consult our menu.
How many beers will be on tap?
Brooklyn Bowl will have ten beers on tap, initially all from breweries in Brooklyn! To see our selection, please consult our menu.
Does Brooklyn Bowl have parking?
If you drive to Brooklyn Bowl you will need to park on the street, which is usually not difficult at present. Also, a host of garages will be opening in the area in the next few months. Valet parking will be made available for select events in the future. Please try to walk, bike, or ride the subway whenever possible!
How many lanes does Brooklyn Bowl have?
Brooklyn Bowl proudly offers 16 lanes installed by Qubica/AMF. The technology is the newest and best; for example, our pinspotters use 75% less energy than a typical pinspotter–and do a better job!
Can I reserve a lane at Brooklyn Bowl?
We do not take basic lane reservations at this time and do not take any reservations on Fridays & Saturdays. If you are planning a large party, we can surely help you out! Simply fill out our special event form.
Can I hold an event at Brooklyn Bowl?
Certainly. Simply fill out a special event form on our website. Venue features, production specs, and more can be found here.
Can I hold an event during ticketed shows?
Let us know what you’d like to do and we will try to accommodate you.
Can I reserve a lane for ticketed shows?
Initially, lanes during shows will be on a first come, first served basis. Normal lane charges will apply.
Can I eat at my lane?
Of course you can! We’ll have full service at the lanes and in the GA section.
Where can I eat at BB?
Our policy is, if you have a seat and wish to eat, we are happy to serve you. Our kitchen covers 1,500 s.f. and our crew is ready, whether you are at the lanes, in the ‘beer garden’ GA area, at the main bar, at any of the soft furniture found throughout Brooklyn Bowl, and of course at our dining area adjacent to the kitchen.
Can I watch sporting events at the bar?
Our 9 HD projection screens and LCD at the bar will showcase the top sporting events, as well as other events and shows of interest.
What is the maximum capacity of Brooklyn Bowl?
Brooklyn Bowl has a capacity of 600. Consequently, the possibilities abound for all types of public and private events, ticketed performances, live music, film screenings and video performance on our high definition video projection system.
What shoe sizes do you carry?
Brooklyn Bowl provides shoes appropriate for toddlers up to size 15 shoes.
What if I come to Brooklyn Bowl without socks? Can I still rent shoes/bowl?
Brooklyn Bowl has socks available for $3/pair for customers that do not have their own socks
Does Brooklyn Bowl provide wheel chair access?
BB is fully ADA compliant.
Will Brooklyn Bowl host a bowling league?
Yes! Get all the info at NYC SSC.
Is Brooklyn Bowl open on holidays?
Brooklyn Bowl will be open on most holidays.
How does Brooklyn Bowl qualify as a ‘green’ building?
Brooklyn Bowl is the first bowling alley in the world built for L.E.E.D. certification. A list of specific information on how Brooklyn Bowl is committed to being green can be found on this website.
What sort of acts will Brooklyn Bowl host?
Brooklyn Bowl will play host both to exciting local artists and to touring acts. We’ll have bands in every genre imaginable, special burlesque acts, circus-flavored shows, live DJs and VJs, dance parties, jazz brunch, and much more!
How can my band play at Brooklyn Bowl?
If you are looking to play at Brooklyn Bowl please contact us at booking -at- brooklynbowl.com
How will I know when Brooklyn Bowl will feature live music?
All shows will be posted on Brooklyn Bowl’s calendar well in advance. Our live entertainment calendar will really kick in at the beginning of September.
Will I be charged more to hear live music at Brooklyn Bowl?
We plan to have many nights with live entertainment but no cover charge. During a ticketed show, yes, you must purchase a ticket before entering. Afterward, you will be charged normally for bowling and food.
Can I bring my camera to shoot photos?
Small consumer point and shoot cameras as well as mobile phone cameras are allowed. Professional grade cameras and photographers must request a photo pass via media@brooklynbowl.com.
What does it cost to bowl?
For current pricing check out our Info Page.
Does Brooklyn Bowl offer a happy hour?
For current happy hours and monthly specials check out our Info Page.
What sort of merchandise does Brooklyn Bowl offer?
At the moment we have great t-shirts but there is always more to come.
Where can I purchase Brooklyn Bowl merchandise?
Currently, merchandise can be purchased exclusively on-site. However, in due time, all Brooklyn Bowl merchandise will be available on our website.
How do I get a job at Brooklyn Bowl?
Try contacting us at rock.androll -at- brooklynbowl.com and we will respond if we need the help.
Who did Brooklyn Bowl’s web design and how do I contact them?
Brooklyn Bowl’s web, graphic, and logo design was provided by Learned Evolution. For more information, visit their website.
Who did the interior design for Brooklyn Bowl and how do I contact him?
Brooklyn Bowl’s interior was designed by Tristam Steinberg. For more information, check his website.
Who are the founders of Brooklyn Bowl and how do I contact them?
Brooklyn Bowl was founded by Charley Ryan and Pete Shapiro, who conceived of the idea of the place and came up with its layout. You can contact them at rock.androll -at- brooklynbowl.com.
Who is the architect of Brooklyn Bowl and how do I contact him?
Architectural drawings and expediting were by Joseph Smerina of New York Design Architects. For more information, check this website.
How can I help spread the word about Brooklyn Bowl?
You can share Brooklyn Bowl with all of your friends on Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, MySpace, and Vimeo.
How do I get updates about events at Brooklyn Bowl sent to me?
To get the most current Brooklyn Bowl news, sign up for our mailing list, or check us out on Twitter, Facebook, Flickr, MySpace, and Vimeo. If these sites aren’t for you, you can always check out the Brooklyn Bowl calendar.
Will Brooklyn Bowl call a cab for me?
Yes. Brooklyn Bowl would like its clientele to get home safely.
Are there any hotels in the area around Brooklyn Bowl?
Hotel Jolie
235 Meeker Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11211
(718) 625-2100
Best Western City View Inn Hotel
33 Greenpoint Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11222
(718) 392-3922
