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It’s an activity good for the whole family, fun for a date night, and it’s relatively inexpensive. I was on KSTP-TV’s Twin Cities Live with your votes for the best bowling alleys in the Twin Cities.
Note: the Groupon featured in this segment, along with the giveaway, are no longer valid. Prices mentioned may have changed.
Best bowling alleys in the Twin Cities
Elsie’s, Minneapolis
- Located just blocks from the banks of the Mississippi River in Northeast Minneapolis
- 16 lanes
- 21+ after 10:00 pm 7 days a week
- Elsie’s offers a shuttle to Target Field for all home Twins games
- Elsie’s has a restaurant and bar, also hosting banquets
- Karaoke is held every Saturday night from 9:30 pm until close
- They do have a surface parking lot and street parking in the neighborhood is easy to find
Town Hall Lanes, Minneapolis
- Located in South Minneapolis; in the former home of Skylane Bowling
- 10 lanes
- Sister property to Town Hall Brewery and Town Hall Tap in Minneapolis and Town Hall Station in Edina
- Five beers brewed at Town Hall Brewery are on tap at Town Hall Lanes
- They also offer full pub fare, including flatbreads, half-pound burgers and Sunday brunch
Park Tavern, Saint Louis Park
- Located in Saint Louis Park
- 20 lanes
- Can accommodate parties in the 11th Frame bar and other private rooms
- Offers free valet service during winter months and during private events
- Park Tavern is very accommodating for bowling group fundraisers and donations
- Known as a bar for Green Bay Packers fans
- Sign for their e-newsletter and get a free pizza on your birthday. Get details on my guide of the Best Birthday Freebies in the Twin Cities
Cedarvale Lanes, Eagan
- Located next to Twin Cities Premium Outlets off of Highways 13 and 77 in Eagan
- 32 lanes
- Cedarvale has a pro shop if you’re looking for bowling gear
- They have a full restaurant and bar, along with an outdoor patio
- Cedarvale hosts sand volleyball leagues during the summer
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