To this day, there is perhaps no better family outing than an afternoon or evening at the bowling alley. Competitive, challenging and just downright fun, bowling is an activity that everyone, of any skill level, can participate in – and fortunately for Woodland Hills residents, there’s no short supply of exciting bowling alleys to choose from when the mood strikes (no pun intended). The following roundup, hand-selected by our staff, proves that bowling in Woodland Hills is far from an extinct pastime.
Lane 33, located inside Winnetka Bowl at 20122 Vanowen Street in Winnetka, offers some of the best drinks, lanes and karaoke in the Valley. This charming little watering hole attracts Happy Hour patrons from local businesses like moths to the proverbial flame, what with its five dollar domestic pints, incredible bar food selections and exciting amenities to engage in between bowling games such as pool tables. Much like the beloved sitcom Cheers, at Lane 33 everyone knows your name once you become a regular here.
Corbin Bowl, located at 19616 Ventura Boulevard in Tarzana, is situated in the heart of the San Fernando Valley off the 101 between Tampa and Winnetka Avenues and is within 10 miles of Calabasas, Canoga Park, Northridge, Agoura Hills, Reseda, Pacific Palisades, Sherman Oaks, Woodland Hills, Tarzana, Topanga, Van Nuys, West Hills, Winnetka, Encino and Studio City. Whether it’s a night out bowling with friends, engaging in family fun or celebrating a milestone bash, Corbin Bowl can accommodate any and all occasions; additionally, the BOWLevard Bar and Grill serves food and drinks to the backdrop of entertainment headliners that include live bands and more.
Bowlero Woodland Hills, located at 23130 Ventura Boulevard, is an exceptionally trendy take on the typical bowling in Woodland Hills scene. With 32 lanes, an arcade, billiards/pool area, sports bar, lounge area and free Wi-Fi, this venue has become an attraction amongst locals, offering such crowd favorite activities as Sunday Funday ($3.59 bowling games and arcade card deals after 7 pm), Monday Mayhem (unlimited bowling and shoes, arcade car deals and delicious food/drink specials), Half-Price Arcade Games (50-percent off the price of each game every Wednesday) and After Party Fridays ($14.89 unlimited bowling per person).
Pro Zone, located at 20122 Vanowen Street in Winnetka, is an excellent choice for bowling in Woodland Hills, whether you’re just beginning or are a multi-league tournament player. The folks here are extremely accommodating when it comes to fitting a ball, helping you choose the right equipment in the Pro Shop or for simple pointers to make your game better. Often called the “go-to guys” for bowling in southern California, the Pro Zone’s Rusty and Carl treat all bowlers with respect and provide honest, clear advice with superior service.
For those of you who remember Jeff Bridges’ iconic character in The Big Lebowski and how Hollywood Star Lanes, the bowling alley where the film was shot, closed in 2002, worry not – there are still plenty of places to go bowling in Woodland Hills, and the aforementioned selections will definitely get you started.
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