Grand Central Bowl Arcade - Portland

What fun find! It was a great place to drop in and play a few games air hockey and pinball and we wished we had time to bowl a few lanes as the vibe on the lanes was really enticing.

I know bowlings kind of outdated, but it seems to be having a comeback and if you're on the trend train then you need to come out here to Grand Central.Personally I think it's the best, but come see for yourself and you decide.I actually suck at bowling, so....Still the place is great.

I had a great time bowling here! The bowling experience was top-notch and the arcade games added an extra layer of fun. The staff was friendly and helpful making the visit even more enjoyable. I also love the giant screens above the lanes that play ESPN and music videos. Overall, a great place to unwind and have a blast with family and friends!

I need to preface all of this by saying we did arrive later than expected for our reserved time frame but the experience we had was not justified just because we arrived late. The woman at the front counter was very rude to most of our party. We were celebrating a birthday and had about 10 guests total. When we asked about starting a second lane, the system for purchasing a lane versus using a lane was unclear and when asking for clarification the staff was rude and forceful. When we decided against purchasing another lane because it was not beneficial for only 2 people to be playing on a whole other lane, the staff acted like we were not allowed to sit with our friends’ birthday party and socialize unless also bowling. Then the wait staff/bar server was rude as well. They acted put out by every order and like we were an inconvenience to even ask for drinks or food. The food was overpriced and lack luster for what it is. The only reasonable staff in the building was the bartenders themselves but if you have a lane it feels they prefer you to order from the server rather than coming to the bar.When we decided to forgo another round of bowling to check out the upstairs arcade, I ordered another drink. As I received my drink the waiter rudely told me to make sure to remember to pay my tab when I finished at the upstairs arcade.Overall I would rather go to a dive bar style bowling alley than here again because it’s very overpriced and the staff acts as if they can’t be bothered to even have customers. Who knows maybe it’s just the Monday staff but I was very unimpressed.

We had such a fun time bowling and playing the arcade games upstairs today. We had a minor issue with 1 arcade game and Kate was super helpful and kind. Highly recommend if you are looking for fun with friends, a date, or escape from the heat.