Great place to go bowling. The dinner they have is a great place for breakfast. We would come here…read moreall the time while stationed here. The non lunch food is typical of bowling hall food. It's worth a cost if you come by the base or the cemetery.

Long time visitor. This is great place to bowl. The staff is great. The lanes are well kept. Safe,…read moreaffordable fun. We took our kids here. Took the youth teams I coached here. I even had one of my birthday parties here. Love to bowl, but I'm not very good, but that's not the point. It's fun. And, this place an the staff are what bowling should be fun and inexpensive, and an enjoyable way for a family, a group and an individual to spend some quality time and create lasting memories worth holding onto. Thank you FT Myer and thank you JB Myer-Henderson Hall Bowling Center and all of the wonderful personnel and staff therein. - VM

If you're reading this you must go!!! Me and my fiancée went…read morefor date night it was amazing the glow in the dark mini golf was so much fun it was 28 dollars for the entire course and then we decided we didn't want to leave so we got a game card games are so cheap it's only 1.00 for most and the most expensive was 5 and that was for bowling but I loved the photo booth it was 4 dollars that we were able to do on the game card which was really nice and the young ladies in there were the absolute best very sweet I will definitely be back I took a peek inside the birthday room it looks so cool so if you like horror themed and glow in the dark I would 100% recommend going and it's perfect for children

I'd give it 3.5 stars. I got the Trio package for our 3 boys that included a round of mini golf,…read more$15 in arcade game credits and a round of laser tag. The arcade games are pretty expensive and they blew through the $15 in less than 15 mins. The mini golf course was short and compacted on the main floor so the courses were not as fancy or intricate as some larger outdoor mini golf courses. The boys finished all 18 holes in less than 30 mins all by themselves. The laser tag was fun too. The vests were pretty big and heavy and it looked so big our littlest guy but he held his own. It seemed crowded when the summer camp group of kids were there, but when they all left, it wasn't crowded at all. Coming from LA, where anything fun is crowded, it was nice to not have to wait in long lines. We wanted to try the laser maze, but it wasn't working. The workers were all teenagers, and the manager guy looked maybe early 20's but they were all helpful. It was fun to spend a couple hours in the hot afternoon being indoors.

Dear reader, I had a…read morework event at Pinstripes in Georgetown and had a thoroughly good time. The location is a lovely, canal-side spot, with plenty of parking nearby and a very walkable area that makes arriving and lingering equally easy. Inside, there is loads of space for bowling and bocce, so the whole place feels lively without becoming chaotic. The food also held its own, which is not always guaranteed at a venue built for group fun. The flatbread pizzas and Caesar salad were both superb and kept everyone pleasantly satisfied. There were multiple bars, which helped the afternoon move along nicely, and the employees were exceptionally kind and attentive throughout. For a work event, it struck a very pleasing balance of organised, relaxed, and genuinely enjoyable. Overall, Pinstripes made for a charming outing with enough space, food, and activity to keep the whole party happy indeed afterward.

I went with a group of friends and had arrived about 35 minutes into our one hour session. I went…read moreto the desk and let them know my parties name and my shoe size. It was a bit disorganized and five or so minutes had lapsed while another group made their selections and paid. The gentleman helping me let me know there was 20 minutes left and asked if I still wanted to bowl. I looked at him oddly and said yes. Why would I ask for shoes if I didn't want to bowl? Making it to the back is pretty awkward and curves through the restaurant. We were assigned a table in the middle. We had two lanes for an hour. There is a server that comes through to serve food and drinks. It was happy hour so that was a bonus. Note- the drinks were strong. We didn't order any food, so I can't comment. There is a restaurant, so you can opt to dine afterwards. Overall it was an okay experience. There wasn't too much room for a larger party (more 6) to sit comfortably together, so several had to sit on the back bench, which wasn't ideal. I wouldn't say it wasn't a bad time, but the weird conversation at the front desk and the seating situation would make me reconsider this establishment for a larger party especially for the price tag that comes with it for such a short period of time.

Updating has promised. They are almost complete with renovations. They are working on the arcade…read morearea and check in desk. They have a full menu now with appetizers, burgers, chicken and pizza and a full bar. They added larger tables in the bowling area which makes it tight if you have more than 6 people. I fear they care more about hosting parties than catering to serious bowlers. I wish, they would put some money into upgrading the bowling equipment. The bar service and bowling staff are great.

Sorry about this.. but the restrooms are located in the parking lot and open to anyone that drives…read moreby. Not very safe or secure. Although slightly warmer than the 39 degrees outside... I guess you do what you need to do to take care of business. The venue offers pizza, and popcorn, limited Jack Daniel's service and is a Pepsi establishment. The popcorn is freshly popped - we waited 25 minutes for ours to be popped and they didn't free butter or any flavorings. The pins got stuck resetting in a few lanes, and I swear they were spaced a bit further apart... or perhaps it was my game. Nice large screen TV's, limited inventory of balls and the lower didn't work on our lane. I question how they disinfect the shoes... didn't see them disinfect a pair that was returned. Great neighborhood spot a the prices reflect the establishment.

Now the concept of Duckpin bowling itself is a pretty cool spin off of regular bowling, but this…read moreplace specifically is stuck in the past aesthetically and even attitude and culturally. I went here many years ago as a child but never bowled until an adult despite living in the Washington DMV area all of my life. The man at the information desk was snarky, rude, and did not even look at us upon our arrival and stated how numerous people come in there thinking that it is regular bowling when it is duckpin bowling. I did my research and stated that I knew that it was duckpin bowling and thanked him. He was just bitter, miserable, uninviting, and unwelcoming and just gave off the non-progressive vibe of the place. The other gentleman who worked with the food section and general upkeep and customer engagement was a lot nicer. The bowling alley and the restrooms need overhaul. There are no dividers between men urinals, one of the sinks were missing a knob, and the stall lock was broken, these all contribute to the dull, dated vibe. The alley itself is bland. It does not need to have all the bells and whistles like Bowlero/Lucky Strike club/lounge style bowling experience, but a paint job and other major updates to have the place have more modern appeal would work wonders. The clientele is not diverse and does not reflect the enormous diversity of the White Oak/Silver Spring area and had me thinking I was out in Westminster or somewhere in Carroll County that is conservative and not as progressive, diverse, and welcoming but more exclusive type of vibe. I am not surprised by other reviewers who called this place out for its discriminatory vibe and dated, non-progressive feel. I am not a competitive/hardcore bowler, so I will stick to the Bowlero/Lucky Strike experience for the casual fun but with a much more modern, progressive feel, vibe, & culture.

Had a great time with the family. Food was great. Lanes we old time. But it was greatread more

The absolute best... Far greater equipment results than any other place for the past 20 years.read more

I have been on a bowling hiatus for decades. The bowling bug kinda bit, I knew it was time to get…read more"back in the game". Single player here and not looking to join a league, but let me share my experience with this store. Jim and Mike were working. I had already had a price in my head with what I wanted to spend. They offer a package deal for around $170, but because I wanted a little better ball, I was able to upgrade for a little more. My finger measurements were accurate, I was in and out in less than an hour. But I really enjoyed talking to these two gentlemen. They aren't trying to upsell you with stuff you don't need. They have a passion for bowling and it shows. If you think you can get a better deal on Amazon, you are wrong. You won't get the service that you would at the store. You would still have to bring your ball in for them to drill, so whatever you think you saved, you would actually he in the negative with all costs combined. This store has everything a bowler needs! Not to mention the experience and dedication that Jim and Mike showed me. There is a reason customers make long drives to come here. They offer great hours and are usually closed only on Sundays, but check for holidays as they might close also. The only small downside is the parking lot is tight and not a lot of spots, but with the service, who cares? Another small thing, they didn't send me home with a shoe box, a bowling bowl box and the bowling bag wasn't in plastic. Everything was put together for me, like I could head right to the bowling alley. I'll only use this shop for my bowling needs! Thanks Jim and Mike !

First time trying Pinstripes for brunch and I really enjoyed it! I got a made-to-order omelette…read morethat was cooked right in front of me and it was so good. I did the brunch buffet too, lots of options from breakfast staples to pasta and plenty of desserts. The mimosas aren't bottomless, but they give you a bucket of champagne with different juices and fruit, which was actually really fun. Cute atmosphere, great service, and bowling upstairs if you want to keep the fun going. I'd definitely go back!

Hadn't gone to this restaurant/bar in over 6 years, so it was actually great to go again since I…read morewas back in the area for work. The atmosphere was chill and relaxing. There weren't too many people since it was a Monday night at 6:30 PM, and we had one side of the upstairs booked for our large group. The buffet food was tasty and the bartenders served great drinks for us! I had a very enjoyable time socializing, getting to know my colleagues while enjoying my drinks and some Beef Sliders and Caprese. Overall, service was great, as needed. Very good times!

I had a fun time at Bowl America Shirley. We visited the facility on Memorial Day to escape the…read morerainy day. It was our first time and the other comments are 100% correct - the manager greeted us with the best energy! The price was affordable, drinks were cold, and our game was the icing on the cake. I look forward to returning with more friends!

The customer service was excellent running a child's birthday party. I chose this location because…read moreI was unsatisfied with my service at a competitor bowling alley nearby for a previous event. I'm so glad I chose Bowl America Shirley. I highly recommend this establishment for any bowling birthday parties for your child.

For the history nerds, there are two bowling alleys on The White House campus. The one this refers…read moreto is the Truman Bowling Alley. It was once inside the actual White House, but was moved to the Old Executive Office Building in 1955. (The original room that housed it is now the Situation Room.) There is still a bowling alley inside the actual White House, but that was built as a single-lane bowling alley in the 1970s under the Nixon Administration. The Nixon Bowling Alley isn't accessible to more White House staff, but the Truman Bowling Alley is! If you get the coveted invitation to the Truman Bowling Alley, go! Like all White House visits, you'll need to fill out a form beforehand that will get you past two security areas. (The second is like going through airport security.) The Truman Bowling Alley is in the basement of the Old Executive Office Building with clearly marked signs. Once in the basement, you'll walk through a no-frills hallway that feels more like a Cold War-era bunker. Step inside the bowling alley into a small kitchenette area with a display telling the Truman Bowling Alley's history. There's a wall of shoes for bowlers with a spray bottle to disinfect the shoes before putting them back. The back room is where you'll find two bowling lanes with one area with all kinds of balls and two electronic boards to input each bowlers' names and for keeping score. There are TV screens on the wall nearby that call out spares, strikes, etc. You can even take a photo of your group from the screen that is projected onto the TV screen. The room has photos of U.S. Presidents and guests bowling throughout the decades and a few seats along the side. The space is pretty tight. The lanes themselves come with pins attached to strings. It's a nice, fun, and special bowling alley. If you get invited, more meetings to go!

Great time networking with colleagues in Veterans employment. Unique opportunity. Invitation…read moreonly.