Reviews of Bowlerama Lanes. (Sports Complex) in Des Moines (Iowa).

Bowlerama Lanes

403 Reviews

188 Comments

Sports Complex

Bowling alley

1313 E Diehl Ave, Des Moines, IA 50315, United States

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Information of Bowlerama Lanes, Sports Complex in Des Moines (Iowa)

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Bowlerama Lanes

Shane & Jamie “Shamie Trez” Treslan

"The special Olympics" a great place for our special needs children and young adults to feel the camaraderie of sports. Big smiles today :::;)

Matt Smith

A great place to take a group. Plenty of food comes with the party package

Eric

Traditional bowling alley with $3 per game bowling, can't complain about that. I believe there are 30 lanes in total, and plenty of seating. Simple, no-frills bowling is the best, and Bowlerama delivers. They even have a pro-shop inside if you are shopping for new gear, or need to have a ball drilled/customized.

Travis Hobbs

An amazing place for some good bowling, the atmosphere is awesome and the staff are super nice. I have been bowling here for years and never had a problem, just can be a little busy at times since it's so nice and the prices are spot on.

Myechia Baker

Wonderful experience even the youngest had a blast! She bowled a 70!🤣🤣 …

Emily Covault

So much fun, we can here for the new year it was a blast. Thanks for the great night

Tommy Pickles

Had a gender reveal party there and the customer service was excellent. Food was delicious and did I say the staff was great!

Thomas Mullins

Decided to go bowling on a whim and went here with my family. Price was great, food was what you expect from a bowling alley and staff were friendly and attentive. Bowled for 2 hours and we will be back. Looking forward to an adult only bowl with friends soon.

Riley Snyder

Great place to bowl! Clean, friendly staff, full bar + food menu, and awesome specials.

Jim Boyd

Clean, nice, and spent a number of good visits here!

Siddharth Reddy

Good place. Had fun the last time we went there. Shoes were decent and the fries/onion rings were tasty. I would recommend for a one time thing but not on a regular basis. We suspect our group got COVID because of this gathering. However, that’s not in our control. Mask mandates were not present but it depends on local laws.

Ledondee Gualco

We bought summer bowling passes for all the kids and us. Awesome deal on Groupon for it. We had fun bowling and the staff was really nice.

Ashton Ades

I enjoy bowling at this place and the lanes are well greased and taken care of. I have noticed some of the staff are snappy at times which lowers my review quite a bit. We come to enjoy a good time and our last few visits were unfortunately not that.

Derek H

Stereotypical bowling alley. Bar, kitchen, and league shop. The staff is very friendly and low key. The kitchens value of chicken tenders is phenomenal. Bumpers for children require utilizing two lanes, fortunately this is not an additional fee. Recommended to those that enjoy bowling, food, or alcohol. To those that don't, the alley has televisions too

Nicole VanZandt

It wasn't crazy busy for a Sunday, which was nice. Kids behind the counter... And the grown ones that just have the fountain of youth going for them... We're super nice, prompt and laughed at our dumb jokes. It was clean. Bathroom was clean as well. Specials seem great, but regular prices are super reasonable. Good family place.

Rodney Gates

Great service. Great price. 3 games and shoe rental was 10 dollars. There was 2 of us so an even 20.

Andrea Hingeley

Always have a good time. The prices are reasonable and the staff always nice and helpful.

Andre J. Lyle Sr.

I absolutely love everything about this place,on top of the amazing bowling experience i have each week ,the people who work there are very polite and Always have a smile on their faces. my favorite place is the Pro Shop they have inside,with affordable top of the line equipment and accessories! ,Try this place u wont regret it,oh,all the food there is totally filling and delicious!!!!

Anthony Lozano

The staff was great I was kind of in a rush because I have league night and birthday party within a half hour so I can't really prep myself do I usually do so I've lost to 2 children a four year old and a 10 year. So I will be going back there to redeem myself. Lol its great place to bring the family

Eric Huss

Been to every bowling alley at one time or another in the Des Moines area. But it has been awhile since I've been to this particular one. And I was pleasantly surprised by how welcoming the atmosphere is. You'll never feel rushed by a server who is trying to get your order over loud music, smashing pins, and laughing friends. They'll be patient they will accommodate and they are just nice. The front desk lady. The bartender. The fellas taking our very very very large order (which was 100% right with no error at all) all nice people. We will be back. And not in another few years or anything. No I mean this will now likely be out new spot to bowl as we do once or twice a month. Thanks for a good time.

Seth Leopold

This is the only bowling alley I ever go to in the Des Moines area. The summer bowling pass is a must if you're looking for something to do weekly. It pays for itself very quickly! The staff is by far the best in the area, it's always clean and the lanes are well maintained. I've been to all the alleys in the area, but none of them have the same welcoming atmosphere as this place. Highly recommend this place (and the cheese balls) for an evening of knocking pins down.

Steven Taylor

the staff there are fantastic, Number 1 ...the best place for fun...

Jennifer Free

Me and my family love coming here. Nice service and kept clean.

Jeff RG

We had a good time here. The staff is friendly and ready to help you. My son used the bumpers which helped until one stopped going up. They fixed it within a few minutes of telling them. There were several birthdays going on, and there is equipment for handicapped individuals to be able to participate. 4 games for 4 people with shoes was just over $70. Not bad considering it was so fun for the kids.

Jeff Clothier

This location has hosted Special Olympics bowling tournaments for several years which should tell you everything you need to know. This place has heart! Professional-quality lanes and equipment, nice shop, great food, friendly, casual bar and game room, well maintained and friendly, customer-oriented staff, and very affordable for families on a budget. We had a birthday party for our Special Olympian there last night, and they bent over backwards to accommodate us. Most importantly, we had fun! You will, too.

David Hodge

Great bowling center. Very affordable with friendly staff. Great deals on bowling and the pro shop offers discounts to High School bowlers.

Shawnna Etchieson

This was our first time here thanks to a Groupon. We brought our semi grown children for family night and I have to say this was probably the funnest night we've had in a long time! The staff was so friendly and welcoming. There was not a lot of loud noise or distracting technology like you find in most places. As a same sex family we felt 100% welcomed and comfortable. This is an underrated family friendly establishment. Our kids are already looking forward to our next visit.

Jonathan Luis

Staff had mask for their safety and ours, easy setup for two, games and shoes, hand sanitizers in multiple locations social distancing was practiced between all customers. Our experience was fun and will have to come here again in the future.

Lacey Harrison

This bowling alley is one of the cleanest in the area. The food is good and the atmosphere is awesome! I got the summer pass with friends and I’m super excited!

John k Doyle

They call me by name and they do I like coffee set me up with a coffee and bowling is only 250 a game during the daytime nice staff

Michael Trogdon

Great food, employees are awesome it's just a good place to have fun

Tj Holbrook

Very good bowling. The shop owner is the best

Mark Leo

It was nice to get out and bowl. Wouldn't go anywhere else. People are so nice there. 🍺 is a little expensive but the 30.00 summer pass makes up for that. Awesome. …

William McClain

Good food, good prices, good atmosphere. Used to bowl leagues here back in the day and love how they updated things. If it was closer to where i live would think bout joining again.

Shawna Johnson

The deals for summer are excellent. We bought balls from the store and they were extremely nice and accommodating. Only draw back is they don't have very many bowling balls to choose from.

JoAnn Leach

Had a great time with family, grandkids. Affordable family fun! Clean, great lanes and large size selection of balls with excellent customer service. Will definitely be back!

Kari Williams

I like to go bowling once a week

Nihki30 Nihki30

Great family fun with decent pricing! Staff was very friendly and attentive. We will definitely be back!

Joe Sullivan

Place has been modernized and is clean. Good atmosphere for family. Has food options which was priced reasonably.

Joey Davies

This is my favorite bowling alley in the area they always have a great selection of music playing and everyone working is awesome!!

Robert Maudlin

I have always loved this bowling alley. It is a nice place to hang out with friends and family to help decompress after a long week at work or busy day with the kids.

Bob Walton

Great place to go bowling. They also have good food.

Mike Gloden

Kind of different situation, I went to watch a tournament. I was a bit cramped but we felt with it. The kids all appeared to be happy with the lanes. Overall it was a good time.

Mike Cindy Cleaver

Great food! Good bowling. Awesome leagues. Staff is great! Join a league and meet new friends that become family!

Chris Corrice

Very friendly, clean location. Prices were reasonable with several specials and group rates. Would definitely go again.

Daveyne Cooley

Lol...we had coupons bogo and the guy at the register rang us in....after we started the fourth game...he was so nice and came up to us and informed us that if we stop our game now, he won't charge us for it, but if we continue then we have to pay....we decided to continue.....I had fun...and that is all that matters...😄😄😄 …

Schmerg

Older location, but clean and well run. Friendly people, decent food, and good pricing. Definitely worth bringing the family.

Ellen Paullin

Fun- kid friendly- clean- priced right. Lots of options for ball sizes. Good selection of bowling food and beverages.

Darrin Jones

We got the summer Groupon here. It was a great deal. 4 games a day and shoes included. We really enjoy our hot weekend afternoons here.

Matthew Winfrey

This is a fun place to bowl. The staff is friendly and the little things are nice - the music isn't too loud and the temperature is always nice.

Shane Tofteberg

had a Great time bowling at Val Lanes NOT Bowlerama as listed. Each bowler had there own lane to throw on w/ Fresh oil. Denny Torgerson did a great job putting this together.

Tierra

Had a great time here. The lady at the counter was great. She explained everything up us and helped when requested. Thanks!

Terry Lee

Good experience, Bright, clean, well run. High school district bowling meet. Well done. Lane conditions were good!

Tiffany payton

I always have a good time at bowlerama I had my sons birthday party there in October he and his friends from high school enjoyed it very much and the staff was very helpful we all had a good time even my 5 year old daughter who bowled for the very first time she loved it

Judi Webb

Kids had a good time

Becky Bordenaro

Very nice staff. Clean and all around good time

Lelanie Burkett

My grandson had his birthday party here. He really enjoyed his party. Good place to go.

kristie hynes

Pro shop is awesome. Prices are good for bowling but need to be oiled way more often

Alesha Armenta

If ya got kids, bring over a hunned $ lol. Its fun, staff very friendly! Overall pleased!

Chris

I had a blast. The prices were not bad at all. Just check before you go. Sometimes they have teams there.

Meg Sheimo

Was a great place for state Special Olympics!!! Their staff are amazing. Clean bathrooms and great pro shop as well

Patrick Cook

Well taken care of, plenty of space. Great that they have the lanes for the Lincoln Bowling team for practice and matches.

Michael Haarhues

Friendly in fair pricing and good company. Enjoyed thanks.

Carrie Morris

Saturday night, all you can bowl from 9-1 for $10! Great deal, nice lanes, good people!

William Dennis

Well stocked pro shop with all you need and knowledgeable staff.

Mark Ferguson

Really enjoyed our afternoon. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the refreshments are good as well.

Zachary Mccabe

Really a great place to bowl its affordable really never had problems there.

Charles Sutton

Friendly service, great pro shop. Reasonable open bowling prices compared to other houses in town.

Samuel Connett

Staff was very helpful and the bowling experience was fun. Great place to go with friends

Shriver Entertainment

Feels like home, good people and so much good bowling there. Take my advice, come visit and experience it for yourself!

Glenn Brady

Fun and reasonably priced. A little crowed at times. Good bar.

Eclipse 1123

Amazing experience. The lanes are great, the atmosphere is very pleasing, and the people working there are incredible.

Andy Van Weelden

Great service

Benjamin College

The folks here are very friendly and accommodating to my clients when we are on group outings.

Leroy Jenks

This place is great close to the house, Angie is awesome makes us feel welcome., Great place to bowl. 😂 …

Rachel Hudson

Had a great time, even though I only got 2nd place! Clean and professional.

Holly Thompson

Was here for kids state tournament. Treated well and had fun

Jasmine Mueggenberg

Nice people and the staff are friendly and helpful if you need the help

Tracy Bethards

We stopped to eat and watch friends bowl food is always good

Patricia Carrillo

Good place hot sausage sandwich is the bomb

Denise Strauser

Friendly staff, nice clean environment, reasonable prices

bulletswired

One of my fav bowling alleys! Always good drink specials and helpful staff!

Marissa Jeknavorian

Love this place! They are always amazing!

Sergio H

Friendly stay, reasonable prices, a lot of parking and great for kids.

Peggy Manns (Peg)

Nice place. Good people.

Jack Harris

The house was clean. Prices are excellent. The staff is helpful.

Gerald Reuben

A nice place for bowling with friends. Check out their specials.

Richard Crouse

It's a nice bowling alley with a decent variety of bowling alley food with a mandatory bowling alley bar.

Shelby Long

Great bowling alley. Everyone working was friendly and informed.

Diana Brown

This is a very family friendly center with different specials every night.

Ray Strekal

Great staff easy to work as we plan a Special Olympics event!

Ray Felton

Great place to bowl and have fun. Food is great to

Sam Ubaldo

What's there for bowling tournament parking was bad $4 a beer God Bless America

Jeff Kremer

Excellent experience, staff was kind and helpful.

Alexandria Lease

Love this place my husband and I went here for our date

begernest begernest

Great atmosphere and bowling is awesome 👌 …

James S

Good lanes, pretty clean as far as bowling alleys go.

Michael Miller

Bought a bowling ball here, great pro shop, bowled a game, nice lanes

Alli Usher

Affordable bowling, but the price of their beer is a little high

Ryan Free

Great place to bowl

William Probasco

Senior cash bowl mon Wed Fri afternoons lot a fun

terry weaver

Good bowling. Building is a little old.

Khadija Kayou

I had a wonderful time the customer service was excellent

Jennifer Bender

Great we are here for the youth bowling

nicholas buhr

Great choices of balls

Judi Burgess

Bowl on a league every week. Fun place; friendly people.

Chad Bennett

First time. Nice place. Staff are friendly.

Drake Montour

Got good lanes and great people here and small community based

Ronald VanSickle

The front desk is always at their best

Cliff Gibson

Great place to exercise good coffee and good people

Emily Exley

Lots of lanes and a family atmosphere. Serves some food and drinks.

amanda gale

Was a fun night very cheap on prices.

Patty Eaton

The guy with the beard, behind the counter, is really nice.

Erica Voshell

Super fun place with nice staff

Lora VanRyswyk

Very friendly staff. Great lanes.

Miguel Segovia

Very good people and fun time

Thomas Shilling

Great. Place for new bowling equipment.

Greg Malone

Good people. Prompt service.

Cody Anderton

Family had a blast it was fun

Doug Walmsley

Great facility and knowledgeable, friendly staff

Drew Brumbaugh

Family friendly and budget minded.

Bryan

Renovations look great and great open play specials

Ron Crigger

Had great time bowling with family

Janice Carpenter

Great place. Nice people

Terence Bragg

Great deals and friendly staff!

Mike Mathews

The best bowling lanes & staff in DM.

Chad Rawson

Clean, decently priced bowling.

Lora Jones

The staff was amazing and so helpful!

Stephanie Cleaver

Always a family fun time

Christina Helm

Best place to go and have fun

John Wessel

Great!

Stahl's 70's Mike

Great fun for the whole family!

Tiffany Early

Good food and awesome lanes

Tina I AM

We love it here !

Jackie Gilbert

Best bowling center in town!

david mcdowell

Fun place to go and be with friends

Pa Gio x3

Great lanes great atmosphere

Damien Thompson

Great customer service

Twisted Bowler

Good food and good lanes

Nevernot Notnever

Friendly staff, good times

Anthony Booker

Fun place

Matthew McPherson

Very Nice Bowling Alley

Lorraine Corbin

Nice staff

Mike Cook

Always a family environment. Thank Bowlerama.

APJ

Fun, friendly environment!

Chris Craw

Had a lot of fun!

R M Taylor

Always great service!!!

Brandi Richter Gautreaux

Clean good bowling alley

Van Garmon

Lanes are clean and smooth!

Larry Cook

One of the better ones in town

Robert Cramer

Enjoyed

Larry H

Nice old school bowling alley.

s c

Thats always a good time

Kaleb Slaymaker

Very nice inside.

Anthony Pottebaum

Cheep and had a good time

Josh Borron

Always a fun time

mary Van De Boe

Good food

Jesse Whitson

Good staff.

The Iowa Archer

Great pro shop

Jon Kozak

Excellent place to bowl

Neng Lee

Good time's

Mattie C

Was ok

Charity Britton

Had a ton of fub

Charity Ramsey

Good

Megan Carr

Have fun at bowling

Gregory Barber

Very enjoyable

Tara Scott

Friendly service

Greg Bartlette

Great place

Linda DeMoss

Nice

Josh Maxon

Fun

Tommy McGregor

Bowling I love this game

Kari Williams

I love to bowl

john yaw

Good place

Cheri Heimbaugh Heimbaugh

They are friendly

Gordon Allen

Great time!!!!

Joe Young

Friendly

S.M.A studio's

Grate place

Zelda Golescu

Going Back!

E J Beenken

Birthday party

James Rogers

Very busy place, great pro shop, reasonable prices

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Tim Langham

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