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Avondale Bowl
Retro bowling and craft cocktails in a vintage Chicago vibe.
5(5 reviews)
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Retro bowling and craft cocktails in a vintage Chicago vibe.
Avondale Bowl is a classic bowling alley and bar in Chicago, offering a nostalgic, retro experience with well-maintained lanes and manual scoring. Located at 3118 N Milwaukee Ave, it features a spacious setting perfect for groups, parties, and casual outings. With a stocked bar serving diverse beers, great spirits, and daily specials, it provides a fun, welcoming atmosphere. Food is welcome, making it ideal for events. Whether you're a serious bowler or just looking for a lively night out, Avondale Bowl delivers an unforgettable experience.
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Rent lanes for groups, parties, or casual play with retro manual scoring and well-maintained equipment.
Enjoy a stocked bar with diverse beers, great spirits, daily specials, and craft cocktails like White Russian slushies.
Host themed parties, birthdays, or corporate events with accommodating staff and space for food brought in.
Easy booking for large groups with friendly staff to ensure a smooth and fun experience.
Experience a vintage aesthetic with classic lanes, balls, and a nostalgic vibe for a unique outing.
Avondale Bowl is a classic, welcoming bowling alley with a fun, nostalgic vibe. The lanes are well-maintained, and the space is spacious enough for groups, parties, or casual outings. The food and drinks menu offers solid pub-style options that pair perfectly with a night of bowling. Staff are friendly, helpful, and keep the atmosphere lively without being overwhelming. Whether you’re a serious bowler or just out for a fun night with friends, Avondale Bowl delivers a great experience every time.
We rented three lanes for a Big Lebowski themed birthday party and they were wonderful. Allowed us to bring in our own dessert and the alley and bar staff were accommodating and attentive. Can't wait to come back.
Came here to celebrate a coworker who is leaving to start his own business. It was super easy to book 2 lanes for our big group, and the staff was friendly and helpful! Make note they have a stocked bar but don’t serve food, so make sure you have something to bring in or order in. (As long as it’s behind the lanes, food is welcome.) Such a cute vintage aesthetic and a good challenge- no bumpers! Fair warning, the slushy White Russian is delicious, but lethal- enjoy at your own risk ;)
Fantastic retro bowling alley on the second floor. The whole place has a fantastic retro feeling... the lanes, the balls, and the maneul scoring; all of it comes together for a great experience. Bar has some nice specials that change daily, a diverse beer selection, and a surprisingly great spirit selection. Very worth dropping by with a group.
Easily the most attractive bowling alley I’ve ever visited. The retro lanes and bar are so stunningly gorgeous. Great drink selection, awesome songs, nice staff. Honestly it’s a vibe. Came here for a New Year’s Eve bowl and had a blast!
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