Carnival at Bowlmor Lanes

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28 reviews

(212) 255-8188

110 University Place
New York, NY 10003 40.734326 -73.992436

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Neighborhoods: Greenwich Village, Downtown

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Fri 7pm-2:30am

Sat 11am-3:30am

Sun 11am-7pm

Last updated 2.10.12

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Alexis Korman

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There’s something for everyone to enjoy at this over-the-top, carnival-themed 16,000-square-foot space, located above popular bowling alley Bowlmor Lanes. And while the interior may evoke an old-school county fair with its funhouse mirrors, costumed workers and big top-style tented ceiling, Carnival is no small town-style amusement park. Grown-up treats include alcoholic snow cones and martinis in fun flavors like blue cotton candy and caramel apple.

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Food Served:: Carnival brings back the boardwalk with a menu of mini-corndogs, pizza, sliders and meatball sandwiches.
The Extras:: A real-deal dunk tank and plenty of games (like Whac-A-Mole) are fun for kids and adults.
Know Before You Go:: While Carnival is kid-friendly during the day, at night it transforms into an adults-only, nightclubby playground, including some racy burlesque performances.

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ambiance	80.0% positive	“The staff were fun, from bouncers to bar, they were happy to chat with the hyperactive (blame the cotton candy) tourists :)” “games were fun.” “and the games were really fun.” “The games were fun and I won a dinosaur thingy.” “Fun energized party atmosphere full of games and entertainment.”
drinks	83.33000183105469% positive	“Martinis and specialty drink menu is great.” “When you walk in there is a huge clowns mouth and the room is just amazing, the bar is huge, and they have special carnival cocktails!” “The female bar tender was a bitch, they were mad stingy with the liquor, the drinks were horrible and watered down, the snow cone liquor was shit, and the games were expensive.” “The drinks weren't too expensive, the free bottle of vodka that birthday party booker got me really sealed the deal.” “The staff were fun, from bouncers to bar, they were happy to chat with the hyperactive (blame the cotton candy) tourists :)” “There is something for everyone at Carnival from a dance floor, great music, games, prizes, plenty of seating, and food and drinks.”
food quality	100.0% positive	“There is something for everyone at Carnival from a dance floor, great music, games, prizes, plenty of seating, and food and drinks.”
menu variety	100.0% positive	“Martinis and specialty drink menu is great.” “When you walk in, and you look up it looks like you are in a big circus and there are circus themed games to play , a variety of things to do, you can even win a real goldfish.”
service	100.0% positive	“All my guests got in easily and didn't have to wait in line, the service was great.” “the service was great.” “The staff were fun, from bouncers to bar, they were happy to chat with the hyperactive (blame the cotton candy) tourists :)” “The DJ was amazing and our waitress made sure there were enough cups, ice and juices all night.” “Comfortable and intimate lanes, makes you feel like you're the only people in the bowling alley.” “recommend Carnival to anybody looking to reach outside their comfort zone in order to have a wonderful time - definitely use the service though to plan, as I think they are able to secure cool deals, etc.” “But honestly the DJ was good, the service was great, there were no problems what so ever, and everyone had a good time.”
value	55.56000232696533% positive	“was searching high and low for a place for my boyfriend's surprise birthday party, I didn't want the average expensive place with a lot of attitude and drama.” “Although the pricing was a little pricey.” “My only complaints were expensive (although I was expecting that) and no seating.” “The event planner worked out a pricing for the party which surprisingly wasn't too expensive.” “The female bar tender was a bitch, they were mad stingy with the liquor, the drinks were horrible and watered down, the snow cone liquor was shit, and the games were expensive.” “When you walk in there is a huge clowns mouth and the room is just amazing, the bar is huge, and they have special carnival cocktails!” “The tickets for the games were pricey and they wanted @ least 4 tickets per game.” “recommend Carnival to anybody looking to reach outside their comfort zone in order to have a wonderful time - definitely use the service though to plan, as I think they are able to secure cool deals, etc.” “The drinks weren't too expensive, the free bottle of vodka that birthday party booker got me really sealed the deal.”
wait time	100.0% positive	“NYC was long over due for something unique and Carnival was exactly that.”

10/17/11

COME GET NAUGHTY ON HALLOWEEN !

by TIXorTREAT

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12/27/10

Wildest New Years Eve Fantasy!

by Yalla Balla

For an explosive, out of the ordinary, New Year's Eve 2011 fantasy, step into the magical fantasy known as Carnival. We like to think of it as a captivating, high velocity, thrill spectacular that New York City has ever seen on New Year's Eve!. Come on in and enjoy scrumptious hors d'oeuvres while taking advantage of 5 hours of premium Open Bar.

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12/14/10

Awesome Experience

by Stacey Peters

Carnival is quite unique and like no other spot NYC. I went here with a large group of friends and Carnival was terrific.

When entering we were greeted by jugglers, midgets and men on stilts. There are tons of fun carnival games and it totally reminded me of fun times I had as a kid with my family.

If your going with a group planning ahead is crucial is this place tends to get crowded. We were set up with a list through AccessGotham. com. If you haven't heard of them I suggest doing so. We walked in with no hassles, and recevied Impeccable service.

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06/16/10

Fun House

by Cookie M

We came here when visiting friends in NY a couple of weeks ago. We had planned just to bowl and then head off into the night, but then found out from the waitress about the club upstairs.

One manager we had been talking to and having a laugh with earlier invited us up and the night took off from there.

Burlesque dancers, jugglers and beers. Definitely an experience.

We had a pretty successful run at the games which saw my girlfriend become the proud owner of a goldfish and a zoo's worth of stuffed animals.

The staff were fun, from bouncers to bar, they were happy to chat with the hyperactive (blame the cotton candy) tourists :)

I read some comments about dress code. I was wearing Converse and a shirt. It seemed to be pretty cool & casual around the place.

Good night had by all.

Pros: It's a carnival...on a roof!
Cons: It's in NY...I'm not

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06/14/10

CARNIVAL!!!!!!

by MojoBear

Carnival is CRAZY! When you walk in there is a huge clowns mouth and the room is just amazing, the bar is huge, and they have special carnival cocktails! I had a cotton candy martini, and it even had a little fluff of cotton candy on it! The games were fun and I won a dinosaur thingy. We played pool too. Fun place to go out to.

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10/17/11

COME GET NAUGHTY ON HALLOWEEN !

by TIXorTREAT

12/27/10

Wildest New Years Eve Fantasy!

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12/14/10

Awesome Experience

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Fun House

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06/14/10

CARNIVAL!!!!!!

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