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Round1 Bowling & Arcade The Maine Mall
★4.1(1,766 reviews)$Bowling
🕑 3-4 hours👶 Best for ages 4-16. Younger kids love the bumper bowling and prize-winning arcade games, while tweens and teens enjoy the karaoke, sports games, and competitive arcade challenges. Toddlers can participate in bowling with assistance but may get overwhelmed by the noise and crowds.🧡 Saved by 50+ families
About
Round1 Bowling & Arcade at The Maine Mall is a one-stop entertainment destination where families can bowl with kid-friendly bumpers, play hundreds of arcade games, sing karaoke, and refuel with ramen or ice cream. With its massive variety of activities under one roof and extended hours, it's perfect for rainy days, birthday celebrations, or when you need several hours of indoor fun that appeals to everyone in the family.
Highlights
- ✓Bumper bowling lanes perfect for beginners and young children
- ✓Massive arcade with hundreds of games from classic to modern, including prize redemption
- ✓Private karaoke rooms for family sing-alongs
- ✓On-site ramen restaurant and ice cream shop for convenient refueling
- ✓Great birthday party venue with packages that handle everything
Pro Tips
- 1.Arrive right at 10:00 AM on weekdays for the quietest experience and better lane availability without the wait
- 2.Purchase an all-you-can-play arcade pass if you're planning to stay more than 2 hours,it's more economical than pay-per-game
- 3.Birthday party packages often include bowling, arcade credits, and food, making them surprisingly affordable compared to piecing it together separately
- 4.Bring socks for everyone,they're required for bowling and the karaoke rooms, and purchasing them on-site adds up quickly
- 5.The ramen restaurant inside is surprisingly good and much more substantial than typical bowling alley food,a great option for hungry kids
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM) offer the calmest atmosphere with minimal waits for lanes and arcade games. Avoid Friday and Saturday evenings when it gets packed with teens and the noise level increases significantly.
What to Know
Prices vary by activity (bowling per game, arcade games use a rechargeable card system). The venue has on-site food options including a ramen restaurant and ice cream shop, so you can easily spend several hours without leaving. Parking is free in the Maine Mall lot.
Seasonal Notes
Open year-round with consistent hours, making it an ideal rainy day or winter activity. Extended hours on weekends (until 3:00 AM on Saturdays) make it popular with older teens in the evenings.
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Nearby Eats
The Maine Mall food court is steps away with multiple kid-friendly options including Chick-fil-A and Panera Bread. For sit-down dining, Uno Pizzeria & Grill is located in the same parking area.
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