While New York City is the place to go for high art, elegant gatherings and sophisticate food, sometimes you just want to let your hair down, hang out with friends and go bowling.
Leisure Time Lanes at Port Authority was the perfect spot for me and some of my friends to knock back a few brews and knock down a few pins. Now let’s be honest, there is no threat of anyone from my crew becoming a professional bowler. (Our scores ranged from 49 to 106). We weren’t there to win; we were there for the camaraderie, the sport and the drinks. And we had our fill of all three.
Along with the usual bar fare, the bartenders at Leisure Time also create original concoctions using the fruit-infused vodka that is made there at the bar. Their menu includes party favorites like nachos, chips & dip and fruit & cheese trays. There is a nightclub atmosphere at the lanes especially after 6pm when the lights are turned down that the music is turned up. There is even a bouncer at the door.
During the day however, the alley is more family oriented hosting birthday parties, providing group rates and equipping their lanes with gutter bumpers to help out the novices among us.
Rates
Monday - Friday before 5pm $6.50 per game
Monday - Friday 5pm - 9pm $9.50 per game
All other times $9.50 per game
Shoe rental is $5.00
There are party packages, night owl specials and a 20% discount for making reservations online. Check out their website for other discounts and specials.
Leisure Time is very conveniently located on 42nd Street between 8th and 9th Avenues on the 2nd floor of the Port Authority Bus Terminal.
Bowling is an excellent way to spend a casual and relaxing afternoon. There are several bowling allies in NYC where locals meet to play the lanes.
Check out these websites:
Bowlmor Lanes
110 University Place
New York, NY 10003
Tel: (212) 255-8188
AMF Chelsea Piers Bowl
Pier 59/ 18th Street at Hudson River
Tel: (212) 835-2695
The Gutter in Brooklyn
200 North 14th Street
Tel: (718) 387-3585
Insider Tips:
Leisure Time Lanes at Port Authority was the perfect spot for me and some of my friends to knock back a few brews and knock down a few pins. Now let’s be honest, there is no threat of anyone from my crew becoming a professional bowler. (Our scores ranged from 49 to 106). We weren’t there to win; we were there for the camaraderie, the sport and the drinks. And we had our fill of all three.
Along with the usual bar fare, the bartenders at Leisure Time also create original concoctions using the fruit-infused vodka that is made there at the bar. Their menu includes party favorites like nachos, chips & dip and fruit & cheese trays. There is a nightclub atmosphere at the lanes especially after 6pm when the lights are turned down that the music is turned up. There is even a bouncer at the door.
During the day however, the alley is more family oriented hosting birthday parties, providing group rates and equipping their lanes with gutter bumpers to help out the novices among us.
Rates
Monday - Friday before 5pm $6.50 per game
Monday - Friday 5pm - 9pm $9.50 per game
All other times $9.50 per game
Shoe rental is $5.00
There are party packages, night owl specials and a 20% discount for making reservations online. Check out their website for other discounts and specials.
Leisure Time is very conveniently located on 42nd Street between 8th and 9th Avenues on the 2nd floor of the Port Authority Bus Terminal.
Bowling is an excellent way to spend a casual and relaxing afternoon. There are several bowling allies in NYC where locals meet to play the lanes.
Check out these websites:
Bowlmor Lanes
110 University Place
New York, NY 10003
Tel: (212) 255-8188
AMF Chelsea Piers Bowl
Pier 59/ 18th Street at Hudson River
Tel: (212) 835-2695
The Gutter in Brooklyn
200 North 14th Street
Tel: (718) 387-3585
Insider Tips:
- If you are on a schedule, make reservations in advance. Especially on the weekends, the lanes can become busy.
- Wear a good pair of socks.
- Go with a group. Bowling is so much more fun when you can enjoy it with others.
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