Leisure Time Bowl
This Port Authority bowling spot proves that it ain't a party unless you've got rented shoes.
(917) 338-1438
625 8th Ave (Port Authority, 2nd Fl)
(at 40th Street)
New York,
NY
10018
40.7562
-73.9906
Neighborhoods: Midtown, Theater District - Times Square
Special Offers:
Book online - and get 20% off our normal Hourly Lane Rental rates anytime! .
Hours:
Sun 11am-11pm
Mon-Wed 10am-12am
Thu 10am-2am
Fri 10am-3am
Sat 11am-3am
Last updated 4.30.09
What People Are Saying About Leisure Time Bowl
The Owner
Leisure Time Bowl
Owner
For a night out, corporate party, kid's birthday, or any special occasion, Leisure Time Bowl is the number one choice. Join us at our convenient location for friendly competition and terrific food at great prices. Our attentive staff looks forward to welcoming you.
Our party packages include the All Inclusive Party which comes with 2 or 3 hours of bowling, rental shoes, food served by the lanes, your choices of pizza or sandwiches, one tower of domestic Beer per lane (11 pints, and 2 pitchers of soda per lane. We also offer the Bowling and Pizza Party, Bowling and Sandwich Party, Night Owl special and Birthday parties for children.
We have a wide selection of wine available, and we also make delicious sangria. Our specialty martinis include the Flirtini and the Ruby Sipper. We have fruit infused vodka jars from which we make our martinis and cocktails.
The Editor
Laura Norkin
Citysearch
In Short
Sure, like any typical bowling alley, Leisure Time has balls and pins--but that's where the similarities end. An $11 mango-tini glows, all class and flavor, under the suspended glass orbs that light the bar. Patrons tend to be of the corporate ilk, here for a team-building outing or happy hour; the rest are mostly tourists waiting to catch a bus. Group photos are snapped next to beer towers, with a backdrop of neon light-reflecting Grecian columns and low, purple sofas. A high-tech system keeps score and gives bowlers aiming guides alongside primetime TV. The lounge is dressed up as a nightclub--bouncer, DJ and all--but it's not fooling anyone. Bowling, believe it or not, is the main attraction.
Hits: Maybe nachos are on the menu, but so is an Asian salad that easily feeds two, with grilled chicken, oranges, crisp wontons and an overall freshness rarely seen at a bowling alley.
Misses: In spite of Leisure Time Bowl's efforts, no one is calling Port Authority the next big thing in nightlife. The inconvenient spot is best-suited for killing time before a bus trip or as an alternative to midtown karaoke.
User Reviews
whitegrl247
June 12, 2009
When I stumbled upon Leisure Time, I was very shocked for two reasons: the location, Port Authority, and also the fact that it's unlike most bowling alleys I've ever been to. The atmosphere was amazing; strobe lights, live dj, and it doesn't feel like a typical bowling alley with everyone partying and having a great time. It was just refreshing to find a place that could take such a normal pasttime and make it that enjoyable! I would definitely say if you're in the area you should check it out, especially if you like beer towers.
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samiha
June 09, 2009
My friends and I had gone here before lacking a reservation and smartly learned our lesson for this past weekend, where I chose to celebrate my birthday. Before booking, I had researched Bowlmor Lanes (down on University Place) and Chelsea Piers Bowling Alley- Chelsea Piers never got back to me and Bowlmor quoted $250 bucks for one lane rental for 6 people, NO SHOES INCLUDED. Leisure Time Bowl, on the other hand, does online reservations, offers a 20% discount when you book online. Ended up being $21 bucks each for 12 people, with shoes included for $252...total. It was an awesome time- the center is super clean, chill and heaps of fun when the drinking and bowling begin! My friends and I will definitely be back!
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twirlya
May 14, 2009
I'm not really into bowling, but at this place you almost forget you're at a bowling alley, as soon as you walk in you'll see the DJ jammin out in his booth. The decor was very chic and sophisticated, and the service at the lanes was very good. We got this amazing thing called a beer tower which i had never seen anywhere else before, and we also got some very tasty martinis that had fresh pieces of fruit on the glass. I would definitely recommend Leisure Time Bowl.
read full reviewThe Details on Leisure Time Bowl
Save Money:
With an all-inclusive party, a cool $59 each covers food, beverage, shoes and lane fees for two hours.
Know Before You Go:
After 9pm, only patrons over the age of 21 will be admitted.
What to Drink:
Don't bother pre-gaming: It won't help your game, and you'll have more than enough time to get sloppy thanks to a beer tower that can be delivered right to your lane.
Message from Leisure Time Bowl
- Perfect for corporate parties
- Birthdays for all ages
- Celebrate any occasion
For a night out, corporate party, kid's birthday, or any special occasion, Leisure Time Bowl is the number one choice. Join us at our convenient location for friendly competition and terrific food at great prices. Our attentive staff looks forward to welcoming you.
Our party packages include the All Inclusive Party which comes with 2 or 3 hours of bowling, rental shoes, food served by the lanes, your choices of pizza or sandwiches, one tower of domestic Beer per lane (11 pints, and 2 pitchers of soda per lane. We also offer the Bowling and Pizza Party, Bowling and Sandwich Party, Night Owl special and Birthday parties for children.
We have a wide selection of wine available, and we also make delicious sangria. Our specialty martinis include the Flirtini and the Ruby Sipper. We have fruit infused vodka jars from which we make our martinis and cocktails.
Instant Offer
Book online - and get 20% off our normal Hourly Lane Rental rates anytime!
Book online - and get 20% off our normal Hourly Lane Rental rates anytime! Shoe Rental for each person is automatically added. You must pay in full by credit card upon booking, and all reservations are final.
Leisure Time Bowl
625 8th Ave (Port Authority, 2nd Fl)
New York, NY 10018
Phone: (917) 338-1438
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