In the past, I was given this place 4-5 stars. Service was decent during league and for open…read morebowling, lanes used to be the best dressed lanes for leagues, price was good. Now they barely getting the 2 star. They naked up the prices for open bowling and league lineage and dropped there service commitment. Very good eagues are leaving for multiple reasons. So much has changed. 3-4 different managers in 2-3 yrs. Even open bowling is down. When you open bowl they only give one lane unless you babe 5+ bowlers. Which really make the lane play different in league play. I practice here less abs less cause they only dress the lanes on league days. Ridiculously so. Rumor is it might close. But that is just rumor. But with the losing leagues, no manager for months at a time. Who knows how much truth is behind the rumor

Bathrooms disgustingly dirty with no toilet paper. Had to hold my breath in order to not vomit…read morefrom the foul odor! How can an establishment that serves food have such horrendously gross bathrooms...??

Amazing place I love the food and the people are very nice, the wiffle is amazing and tastes really…read moregood, very fun games and overall a very good and fun place!

This is a hole in the wall arcade that has a number of rhythm games you wouldn't normally find as…read morewell as fighter games like tekken etc. There was an automatic hand sanitizer machine upon entering but it was empty, luckily I brought my own. Each machine they ask you spray/wipe down in between uses however they don't give you a disposable paper towel, it is the same rag used over and over again which didn't seem very sanitary to me. The DDR machine count slot was jammed so it was unplayable. Then the in the grooved machine, the left control pad matched the track on the right side and vice versa which was kind of inconvenient since me and my boyfriend play at different speeds/levels. The whole place just seemed kind of run down and not well taken care of. However, if you're specifically looking for rhythm games then this is the place for you.

It was a fun bowling alley and set price for group of 4. Place is a bit run down feeling and can…read moreget crowded since not a huge place. Was still fun and would go back since it's nearby.

Apparently it's been renovated but there are really no signs of it. The lanes are fine, big tv…read morescreens, but the couches are old. The food menu is severely over priced and we didn't even attempt given the Beli reviews. Instead headed to shake shack after. The overall brown color palette and very dark lighting has to be one of the worst choices, Bathrooms felt dirty and old, arcade charges $2.50 a card so my kids just got one. Huge disappointment.

The world's biggest karting track? Definitely something to cross off the bucket list--especially…read morewhen you have motor-loving kids! . If somebody does not like racing, there is plenty of other activities in the area, that also had a huge parking lot. The track is huge, demanding, and genuinely fun to drive. Our whole family loved the experience, and the staff was fantastic. A special shout-out to Isebaia, who took great care of us. She clearly and patiently explained all the options and was a fantastic ambassador for the front desk. We bought the 3-ride bundle. Since a couple of the kids were under 15, we started with a Semi-Pro race. Unfortunately, my kart wasn't working properly--it braked going uphill, downhill, and pretty much whenever it felt like it. Not exactly the ideal start. The next races we switched to Pro, but there were still quite a few racers on the track. If you're hoping to set records, I'd definitely recommend coming at a quieter time. When you have slower drivers who haven't quite figured out how to drive yet, patience becomes part of the experience. Despite that, everyone had a great time, and the staff really made the experience enjoyable. A couple of negatives: the karts should be checked more carefully before putting them into a race. Losing a race because your kart isn't functioning properly is frustrating. And then there's the price. Three races each for the whole family gets very expensive--almost approaching what you might pay for a full day at Universal Studios. That definitely puts the cost into perspective. I would give a 5 star for the racetrack and the staff, but the price and the broken kart brought it down to 3. So 4 in total Would I do it again? Absolutely. Would my wallet agree? Probably not. Still, for a family of racing and motor enthusiasts, it's an experience worth doing at least once.

Went with my Dad to celebrate Father's Day!…read more We went on a Tuesday and the crowd was minimal. The place had a great atmosphere with a well laid out map plan. Everything was spread out and didn't feel on top of each other. The location was way bigger than it had appeared to be. Bathrooms were spotless. I initially had my Dad and I to do one race and an hour of axe throwing but after our race my Dad lit up. So I asked the helpful associate Angel if we can sub our axe game for another race. The manager Nicole was such a sweetheart and did it no problem. Amazing experience, 10/10 recommend. My only dilemma is for people who carry most of their height in their legs beware. The go-cart seat can only go back so much. But otherwise we had a blast.

Super easy process, super fun, organized, clean. What more can you want out of a place. Just know…read moreyou're going to sweat, it is a workout! The only thing I would say is I wish there would have been some sort of warning that if you have a group bigger than 5. The 6 person won't count. So unless you're okay with breaking into groups or the last person not counting for points. I would just be aware of that. But the 60 minutes of fun they are offering is worth every penny.

This is our 3rd Activate location... been a few times to American dream, and also Canada (from…read morewhere it originates). Its a really fun option for families and/or friends. We prefer this to other activities like escape rooms, arcades, etc. Really great for working together or competing! And since there are levels, it should be fine for kids to teens to adults to seniors! This is a solid option, we we will be coming here in future instead of American dream. Free parking, and also better food options in the area. We came on opening day because opening weekend was 50% off. It was crowded (Saturday night)... more on that later. There seems to be more rooms than American dream which is nice. Also the staff here are great, really helpful. Lots of parking outside (the thing I hate most about American dream is having to pay for parking). Unfortunately it was so packed that we barely got to do 2 consecutive events in a room, since each time there is someone waiting. So we blew a lot of time changing rooms/ waiting. This will probably get better as the hype dies down, and also at an off peak time.

Orchard Park is one of the places I think of when a special occasion is coming up, and I find a…read morereason to be here every few months. It has a nice, elevated atmosphere, so you should dress semi-formal. Prices are on par with other upscale restaurants. The food has always been excellent and the service as well, most of the time. You absolutely MUST get the Clothesline Bacon as an appetizer. Make sure you slice some pickle with it and squeeze a little lemon juice on top! The manager urged us to try it that way during one of our visits - we never looked back. Rather than eating in the dining area, we chose to sit at the bar for their Foxy Hour (Happy Hour) offerings. There are plenty of tables surrounding the bar as well. We had the Clothesline Bacon, 6 Oysters, Hipster Fries, Spicy Lobster Mac, and we each got the happy hour burger. Everything tasted great, but the hipster fries were a little greasy and lacked the shishito peppers they had last time. We finished off with the Eclair Trio dessert from the Specials Menu. On two separate occasions we were seated at an awkward table in the back of the restaurant, right near the kitchen service area and door to the outside patio. We weren't thrilled to be there, as there was constant traffic in and out of the kitchen and through the doors. I think they should just do away with those seats, so everyone can have a relaxing dining experience no matter where they're sat. If you've got a special occasion coming it, Orchard Park is worth checking out!

greta date night spot! they have specials on Wednesday's for date nights. we got the steaks and…read morelobster dumplings. the dumplings were delicious and I would come back just for those! they had a flavorful mac and cheese side. and finished with a sweet creme brulee. the interior is swanky and a nice ambiance. and excellent service

My family was invited to a birthday party at Kidz n Kaboodle, in which we thoroughly enjoyed…read more Located in Spotswood, we would not have known about this locally owned and operated business if it was not for our friends' event. Honestly, we were a bit reserved when we arrived to the location. The outside appearance of the establishment did not necessarily present any sort of grandeur, with the parking lot being a bit confusing to get to (Google Maps will put you in the parking lot of Kearny Bank which is reserved for bank customers only). We were not sure what this venue had to offer from the small outward appearance. Once we stepped inside, the entire vibe changed. The reception and front desk area were full of different party items, from decorations to toys, all of which can be purchased. This area is almost its own gift store and business within itself. We had to quickly separate ourselves from being overwhelmed in our exploration of this area. The entire venue was reserved for and catered to the guests of the birthday family (for a specific time block I would imagine). This was nice to be a part of because it definitely felt like everyone received a more private and intimate service (compared to larger, corporate venues), with nothing but the utmost dedication from the owner and workers in providing the best experience. One of the owners greeted us when we arrived, immediately making us feel welcomed. There appeared to be a formalized event agenda. This was nice because it helped corral and integrate guests together which facilitated mingling between both close friends and acquaintances (while not forcing any unwanted interactions). From start to finish, we felt that we were always doing something and never really felt that we were waiting for the party to end. This is a great reflection on the mamagement skills of the ownet and staff. If you are comparing Kidz n Kaboodle as a playspace to lets say Princeton Playspace, the venue is smaller in size. However, as a party venue, Kidz n Kaboodle is ideal. Our daughters were aged 5 and 2, and the various activities they had were appropriate for their age. There are about 10 distinct activity areas with a dining/social area. The dining/social area is a bit small (I believe there is a suggested cap on adults) and really meant for children. One of the 10 activity areas is a larger, indoor, "almost-obstacle course/playground" that offers monkey bars, some seesaws, ballpit, foosball, amongst other physical activities. The other 9 areas consist of smaller rooms and spaces, ranging from a small arcade to themed play areas. Overall, the size of the venue works out. We continued to be pleased with the friendliness of the owner and staff. They were incredibly attentive, while taking off some load of the parents (we still had to supervise, but the staff definitely helped more than required to ensure the safety of the children). This was a great bit of relief - as I am sure most, if not all, parents would appreciate. The staff was super sweet with the kids which was a nice change from the usual apathetic young adults that usually work these venues. All in all, a great venue to host your kids' birthday parties! Highly recommend, especially as a small, local business.

Honestly, I was very disappointed with my experience here. I went to a birthday party for my…read morenephew, and it was fun for the kids but not so much for the adults. For what they spent, it was a little ridiculous that they only got 6 pizzas total to feed over 30 people. The cotton candy machine was smoking and smelled like plastic, and the cotton candy produced from this machine tasted like plastic as well. It was very odd. For some reason, they wouldn't let us turn on the light in one of the rooms we were in. No drinks were provided for the adults, and the drinks for the kids were coming out of odd plastic jugs. Some homemade juice mixture, maybe? I imagine it was fine and mostly watered down juice to save money, but the jugs looked dirty to us. My cousin tried to give the 2 teenage girls working there a tip, but the one was in the back, so the owner said, "I'll take it." We assumed to imply to give it to the other worker, but she just stuck it in her pocket, and when the other girl came out of the backroom, she didn't give her the money. Why does the owner even need a tip? You own the place; you were paid $1100 for 2 hours of fun for the kids with watered-down juice, no drinks for the adults, and not enough pizza to feed even 10 people. Oh, and a smoking cotton candy machine whose smell made us naucious. Then to top it off, they tried to charge them extra sales tax. Who does that? -Edit Ok so I guess the very prideful and respectful business is going to argue with customers now, be condescending and call them liars. But what else can I expect from the company that I found to be completely unprofessional during my nephew's birthday party. But if you want to argue, Im game. Regardless of what the parents signed, I stated your pricing was ridiculous regardless of what the parents agreed to. $1100 for what? Honestly, that wasnt worth $700. Its a criticism of your pricing in general regardless of what the parents agreed to. I can have my opinion ma'am and they have theirs. Maybe they feel differently but I dont find the price reasonable. A dust of cotton candy? Sorry but that was a little bit more than a dust and I dont really care if it was burning actual plastic or not. It smelled odd. It surely didnt smell like blue raspberry. And you can quote me the entire safety manual but the machine looks like it was made in the 60s. Ive seen other machines that didnt create a "dust" and didnt give off that horrible smell so it was shocking to see your machine do these things. About the lights, you turned them off twice. My cousin and his wife's cousin turned them on and you turned them off. I was there ma'am, dont tell me there wasnt an issue with leaving them on. It was awkward with the lights the way they were, thats why 2 different people turned them on. You turned them off, twice. Now the tip, yes, the girls did get it. Because after you pocketed the money as if it was your own, my cousin made sure to give the other girl a tip. You did not give her the money he gave you when she came out of the backroom. Youve got nothing but 5 star ratings and Im not sure how. We could have went to Dave and Busters and got more for less and they wouldnt sit here arguing with us over a bad review. But hey, this is actually a great look for you and your company so if youd like to keep being condescending and arguing with me, Id love to continue.

First time visiting the Avenel Performing Arts Center and found it easy to locate off Rt.1 with…read moreplenty of free parking. The building itself is on the site of the old General Dynatics factory and pays tribute to it's history with a very industrial appearance and feel. Seating approximately 200 patrons, the acoustics were fine for Sunday's John Jorgenson/ Herb Pederson bluegrass event. Comfortable seats and a friendly staff of volunteers made for a pleasant afternoon. Start time at 3pm was nice. Highly recommended and hope to return. 1

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