Modern lanes with shoe rental and a variety of bowling balls for all skill levels.
Full-service dining offering burgers, appetizers, and drinks in a casual setting.
Interactive games and entertainment for kids and adults to enjoy.
Private and group bookings for parties, corporate events, and celebrations.
Organized bowling leagues for competitive and social players.
We got 2 lanes yesterday for our family and had a great time. Lanes, tables and bathrooms were clean. We got shoes and lanes assigned quickly and there were lots of balls to choose from. Food was tasty but took a long time to arrive. Order when you get there so you’re not waiting! Overall, Greta experience. We will be back.
I went there with some ladies from work (I work in mental health). It was their outing. I have nothing negative to say about the facility but they did question some clients about how we knew one another. I didn't like that bc it made them self-conscious. The rest was nice and we all enjoyed ourselves! Just FYI- please don't ask questions like that when you don't know what's going on. It can be detrimental to someone's mental health.
The staff was amazing! Our waitress, Cheyenne, took care of our large group flawlessly. She was attentive and so personable. Her coworkers jumped in to help, too, and it was so nice to see such a cohesive team. Everyone was patient and kind with the young kids in our group. The building and restrooms are clean and well maintained. We truly could not have asked for a better experience!
Expensive but well kept and helpful and very friendly staff. I would go back here but I would try to go during a time where there is an unlimited deal. We are not from the area so maybe the other bowling alleys are comparable in price?
Came here with the kids with the intention to have fun.. . We went to the counter to pay and got the shoes, and it took close to 10 mins to get to start.. which was fine. Everything went well till the first game ended.. We decided to play again and the ball got stuck.. we called for help and went to call them personally but we waited for 15 mins( with the kids.. no one showed up. This place is understaffed and overwhelmed.Then we had some quick bites and left , I would say ‘not very happy’.

Strike up fun with bowling, games, and great food for all ages!
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Bowl America Short Pump is a premier entertainment destination in Glen Allen, VA, offering a full-service bowling alley with modern lanes, a bar and grill serving tasty food, and a video arcade for extra fun. Perfect for family outings, group events, and casual nights, we provide a clean, welcoming environment with attentive staff to ensure a memorable experience. Whether you're here for league play, birthday parties, or just to unwind, we deliver quality entertainment and service.
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