Pizza, pastas, burgers & other American eats are served in this casual spot inside a bowling alley.
At a glance
#88 of 113 Bars in Chicago #15 of 19 Pizza restaurants in ChicagoLocalGuideWorld score: 4.30
Rating breakdown
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5 ★62%
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4 ★22%
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3 ★6%
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2 ★3%
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1 ★7%
Quick facts
- What is the rating of Diversey River Bowl?
- Diversey River Bowl is rated 4.3 out of 5 based on 959 reviews.
- How does Diversey River Bowl rank in Chicago?
- Diversey River Bowl is #88 of 113 Bars in Chicago by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Diversey River Bowl located?
- 2211 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60647 — 5.4 km from the center of Chicago.
- How can I contact Diversey River Bowl?
- Phone: (773) 227-5800 · Website: drbowl.com
Of the bowling alleys in this area - Diversey River Bowl has the best employees! The service is awesome. They explain everything, are very quick, and clean the tables so well.
You can book ahead of time so you don't waste you time going on a super busy night :D
They also have a pizza restaurant IN the alley! :D love love love
You can book ahead of time so you don't waste you time going on a super busy night :D
They also have a pizza restaurant IN the alley! :D love love love
I have passed by this place plenty of times and always wanted to stop by, I’m a but of a sucker for neon signage. My wife and I went here on a whim this past week and bowled a couple of games. I had some fried cheese curds which were totally delicious! After we bowled we hung out in the parking lot and took in the beautiful view of the river.
They close at 1am, but "in the summer the doors close the at 11pm"
Not stated when you go in.
Oh and apparently you can't talk to a manager either because there's none at the time.
Not stated when you go in.
Oh and apparently you can't talk to a manager either because there's none at the time.
My go-to bowling alley. Staff is amazing. Lanes/ball returns are well kept. Bumpers and ramps for the kiddos. Great pro shop. Food is good. Good beer selection. Open late. Cheap games before 6pm during the week, with decent pricing the rest of the way. Daily leagues. Cosmic bowling on Fridays and Saturdays 7pm-12am, which draws a big crowd (reserve a lane online if coming after 8pm, or the wait will be long). Lots to love
Bowling Chicago Style. Enjoyed two hours of bowling fun! Great experience. Self-check in was easy. Lots of bowling balls to choose from. Shoes were comfortable.
Food: Didn't order any food, but you can. Ordered an angry orchard. Reasonable prices on drinks.
Atmosphere: As soon as you walk in, there a counter towards the middle of the floor. You will have sign into the wait-list machine in front of it. The counter clerk will call your ticket when a lane is ready. You're given tickets to exchange your shoes at a different counter. It is $45 an hour to bowl. Ample amount of lanes available altogether given how packed this place got. Love that there is a parking lot here.
Service: No one is waiting on you table-wise. Bartender was social and friendly.
Atmosphere: As soon as you walk in, there a counter towards the middle of the floor. You will have sign into the wait-list machine in front of it. The counter clerk will call your ticket when a lane is ready. You're given tickets to exchange your shoes at a different counter. It is $45 an hour to bowl. Ample amount of lanes available altogether given how packed this place got. Love that there is a parking lot here.
Service: No one is waiting on you table-wise. Bartender was social and friendly.
It's been a minute since I've been here, so it has totally changed since the pandemic. Very nice decor new added features like a extra bar, and food was very good! The ladies at the bar and the server for the food was very nice as well 👍 if you are unsure about the pricing depending on the time and the days definitely look at their website or call them so you know 🎳 because some days cost more than other days past a certain time (weekend too) due to very busy crowds or the bowling leagues. It's definitely a fun place whether you're out with the family or with your friends ❤️
Wow! This place is fun!! What a thrill. They even have TVs projected over the lanes while you bowl- so fun! 30+ lanes; despite being busy, you still have plenty of room to eat, drink, and be merry by your lane. Fun graphics on the score screen. Excellent food too- the pizza was amazing!! Really good soda too. The beer in the bowling ball is really fun too!
Will be back.
Knocked it one star because EXPENSIVE. Like $20 a person to bowl (for 2 hours) and $4 for shoe rental (like what!?).
But, very fun experience in the city!!
Will be back.
Knocked it one star because EXPENSIVE. Like $20 a person to bowl (for 2 hours) and $4 for shoe rental (like what!?).
But, very fun experience in the city!!
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