AMF Moonlite Lanes

3.5 star rating
108 reviews Rating Details

Categories: Nightlife, Bowling  [Edit]

2780 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95051
(408) 296-7200
Price Range:
$$
Accepts Credit Cards:
Yes
Parking:
Private Lot
Good for Groups:
Yes
Good for Kids:
Yes
Outdoor Seating:
No
Music:
Music Videos
Best Nights:
Mon, Fri, Sat
Happy Hour:
Yes
Alcohol:
Full Bar
Smoking:
Outdoor Area/ Patio Only
Coat Check:
No
Noise Level:
Very Loud
Good For Dancing:
No
Ambience:
Casual
Has TV:
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible:
Yes

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    "Everyone had a great time and the kids really enjoyed it." In 7 reviews
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  • Review from Joyce C.

    Cupertino, CA

    5.0 star rating
    2/29/2012 3 Check-ins Here

    I'm not sure how much it is normally, but we came here for the All-You-Can-Bowl, or better yet, AYCB, $10 special.  It's Sunday-Thursday from 9pm-close and includes shoe rental.  We stayed till around midnight and got a good 2.5 hours of bowling in.  Pro: they open until 1am so you can technically get a full 4 hours of bowling if you're a super addict.

    The bowling alley is large and has a bar/snack bar.  The snacks smelled really good, though I did not get anything.  I think last call for food is around 11pm and last call for alcohol is around 11:30pm.  There's only one person working the bar so the service is very slow.  Hint: just don't all go trying to get booze at the same time!

  • Review from Chau V.

    Los Angeles, CA

    3.0 star rating
    3/29/2012 1 Check-in Here

    It was crowded when we arrived. I assume because of their special promotion - Unlimited bowling? "That exists?", I wondered. Yes, it totally does.

    We paid for 8 of us, bowled for a few times, but the system went down so it didn't record our scores accordingly. One of the staffs came over and tried to repair, but he failed, so they returned our money afterwards.

    Bonus:
    - They open late
    - There are a bar and a kitchen/restaurant
    - There are other fun arcade game machines. My friends enjoyed playing basketball and boxing while waiting for our available lanes.

    I don't think this is a good place for bringing kids in at night because there are too many dudes smoking, drinking, and swearing. However, I believe birthday party with large number of kids can play safely and have fun during the day.

  • Review from Cathy C.

    Sunnyvale, CA

    3.0 star rating
    3/17/2012

    This place is SO much better compared to Homestead Lanes that I just had to give it at least 3 stars to begin with!!!!! (this tells you just how horrible my experience was at Homestead Lanes)

    A group of us came here for a friend's birthday party celebration (extreme bowling on a Saturday night - yeah!), and they had a really good deal where we got to rent out a few lanes at a set price and we had unlimited bowling starting at 10pm until close (~1am). Everything went smoothly the whole night, the place was super packed for most of the night, and we had a great time!

  • Review from April B.

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    Sunnyvale, CA

    5.0 star rating
    5/24/2012 2 Check-ins Here

    The staff here is amazing!!!! Had my daughter's birthday here and Brittney was so on top of it. The food is amazing. I had the best chili dog I have ever had here. I might even come here just to eat  that is how good the food is. Oh the prices on the food and bowling are so cheap. I don't think I will ever go to Homestead lanes again.

  • Review from Krystle M.

    • 2 friends
    • 3 reviews

    Sunnyvale, CA

    1.0 star rating
    5/18/2012

    The only reason we still come here is because there's nothing closer or cheaper (on thursdays) anywhere nearby. Bartenders are rude and unfriendly. Been charged 9.25 for a tokyo tea that was watered down. Lane's are always breaking. Front desk was bowling with her friends; we had to track her down to close our lane. We had to be moved once because the lane messed up so many times it was becoming impossible to bowl.

  • Review from Joyce L.

    Fremont, CA

    1.0 star rating
    4/24/2012 1 Check-in Here

    Horrible horrible place!  I came with a couple of my friends on a Friday night hoping to have some fun but instead it turned into a frustrating night.  Everything kept breaking or getting stuck.  We had to switch lanes 3 times.  And it got worse from there.  They took our beers away before we even finished!  I would not come back again or recommend this place.  Also we paid $18/per person.  Thats a bit expensive for a sucky bowling place.

  • Review from Sabrina C.

    San Jose, CA

    3.0 star rating
    4/15/2012 1 Check-in Here

    This is a regular run-of-the-mill no frills bowling alley. It's nice and clean inside even though the outside looks run down and old. We went on a Sunday afternoon and there and got the $66 special. The special includes 2 hours of unlimited play time per lane, up to 6 players, with all bowling shoes included, a bag of popcorn and pitcher of soda. It's a good deal if you plan to play more than 2 games each.

  • Review from Michael K.

    Saratoga, CA

    4.0 star rating
    2/13/2012

    4 stars just because they have AWESOME HOT WINGS here!!
    Everyone was surprised by how delicious these wings were. Now it is a tradition to play our first round of bowling for wings. Whichever team loses must buy some wings. Sometimes we even do this for the second round :P
    Beers are fairly priced and they have as good of a selection as a bowling alley can have for beers on tap :)

  • Review from Kiwi L.

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    • 263 reviews

    Santa Clara, CA

    2.0 star rating
    1/11/2012

    I think it's time for a makeover Moonlite!

    Several months ago, a group of friends and I came in for some "fun". Well, it became more of a headache. Majority of the machines were getting stuck; pins wouldn't reset, balls stuck in limbo, etc. An employee had to come over a few times to reset things.

    And the bar! Over priced, watered down drinks. Blah!

    If Moonlight was my only option, I would come in during their specials. I think Monday is their dollar night!?

  • Review from Steve T.

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    Cupertino, CA

    4.0 star rating
    4/8/2012 1 Check-in Here

    We had some minor mechanical technicality but everyone had fun. They have arcade, restaurant and bar. Good place to hang out and have fun.

  • Review from Joanna R.

    San Francisco, CA

    3.0 star rating
    12/30/2011

    Meh, too expensive.

    The place itself is getting pretty outdated. They never really change it up. But it's a place that all the locals always come to. We can't help but be drawn to some good old bowling sometimes.

    Still, too expensive.

  • Review from Lindsay S.

    • 26 friends
    • 9 reviews

    Santa Clara, CA

    1.0 star rating
    2/24/2012

    Twice now I've visited this bowling alley on a week night and both times I was told to come back after 10. Each time the bowling alley was almost completely empty! I think I'd rather just forget this place and go to other bowling alleys that accept walk ins.

  • Review from Daniel L.

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    • 103 reviews

    San Francisco, CA

    3.0 star rating
    12/12/2011

    This place is clearly going for a modernized, "bowling is cool and hip!" kind of feel... but it's clearly not getting something right.  It seems like they either half-assed it, got stuck in the middle, or realized that their customers are not exactly the Lucky Strike crowd.  But I like bowling, and not necessarily Lucky Strike, so I'm glad they didn't get it right all the way.

    It's fairly cheap (go for their deals), and was not crowded even on a Friday night.  Their computer system  (though modern) seems to be a little inflexible (i.e. can't add people once we start), but the staff is nice and accommodating.

  • Review from Jesse F.

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    • 117 reviews

    Santa Clara, CA

    3.0 star rating
    3/27/2012 1 Check-in Here

    Fun atmosphere, bar is little pricey, decent bowling costs.

  • Review from Neo S.

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    • 12 reviews

    Dixon, CA

    1.0 star rating
    2/1/2012 1 Check-in Here

    Horribly overpriced, understaffed, and the lane was sticky right infront of the foul line. I thought amf's were pretty standardized but I was horribly wrong.

  • Review from Ryan L.

    San Jose, CA

    4.0 star rating
    7/5/2011 1 photo

    Three friends and I came here for open bowling last Friday night.  It was "glow bowling" with black lights and pop music blasting.  Fortunately the place was not packed and we didn't have to wait in line.  The cost was $17 per person for 2 hours of unlimited bowling.  The price included shoes.  I thought the price was a little steep but I haven't been bowling in a long time so maybe it's more expensive now.  I didn't expect it to be twice the price of a movie, however.

    We were assigned a lane.  There was an ample supply of balls.  The scorekeeping system was easy to use.  The place was really clean, almost too clean.  Part of the bowling experience is going to a dive and letting loose.  This place was a little too clean, a bit too sterile for my taste.

    The music was pretty good.  They played mostly top 40 stuff that you hear on the radio.  It's not the best, but I'm sure the kids like it and it was fun to bowl to.  There were two large screens that showed music videos projected onto them.  The lights were dimmed and the place glowed from the black lights.

    One friend and I got a pitcher of beer.  It was $10 for Bud Light which isn't horrible.

    Overall, I had a great time and I would definitely return.  The biggest deterrent for me is the price.  I can't believe it's actually the same price to go to a movie and get popcorn.  The benefit is that we actually did something fun and active instead of sitting all night, but still I can't afford to do it every weekend.

  • Review from Jenny A.

    San Jose, CA

    3.0 star rating
    6/4/2011

    I mean its PRETTY nice inside. Arcade, bar, bowling, cool music, glow in the dark. We came on a Friday night and they have a special deal for $17 for unlimited play for 2 hours with shoes. Worth it if youre in a small group and can get through many games in 2 hours. Otherwise, it's around $7 something a game and $4.75 for shoe rentals.

    We opted for just paying for our individual games. While we were playing our second game, it suddenly stopped because it said our prepaid amount had run out. I went to talk to the worker who had helped us (WHO WAS BOWLING HERSELF..UGH) and she forgot to put in our second game. She offered us a free game but at that time, we just wanted a refund - so she did. Really nice and easy but it still shouldn't have happened!

    It's located in a strip mall where there is a Rite Aid and Hometown Buffet. It's on the BACK side so park in the back and you won't have to walk as far as we did.

  • Review from Greg S.

    Redwood City, CA

    4.0 star rating
    8/4/2011 1 Check-in Here

    Wow...bowling is expensive these days!

    Okay, forgoing the "back in my day" story, I'll cut to the chase and say that Moonlite Lanes is great! I've been here a couple times before, but this time it seemed cleaner and more updated. The staff were friendly and I liked how they filled in the lanes with bowlers; we had a whole area to ourselves for at least the first game and a half.

    Aside from the price (really?!?), it's a cool place to go to get out of the house, put the wii down and try the real thing.

  • Review from Tom F.

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    • 11 reviews

    Santa Clara, CA

    5.0 star rating
    3/1/2011

    This place is my home away from home!  Very laid back atmosphere with an absolutely phenomenal staff.  

    Linda and Donna are the two best bartenders you will find anywhere on this planet, and are so dang friendly and awesome that I look forward to seeing them almost as much as the bowling.

    The staff here is really great, especially Kalvin and Phillip!!  Kal and Phil are not only really friendly and efficient cashiers, but are also badass individuals and expert bowlers.  Both have given me countless helpful tips on my game both on and off the clock.....big cheers to those guys!  

    This is one of my favorite places in Santa Clara, even though the men's restroom lacks mirrors (a bonus for some people).

  • Review from Sonia C.

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    • 34 reviews

    Santa Clara, CA

    4.0 star rating
    8/19/2011 3 Check-ins Here

    I haven't been bowling in years so I was so excited to go, I had no idea that two bowling games was going to cost me and my husband almost $40 on a Saturday night! At least the manager was nice enough to notify us that other nights are a lot cheaper.

    The older white guy who helped us get our games and shoes was the rudest!! I didn't catch his name but you'll be able to recognize him... he's the older white gentleman that absolutely HATES his job and has no problem showing you that through his terrible attitude towards customers.

    Pros: Good location, clean, good food and drinks, friendly staff (obviously minus rude dude).

    Cons: Pricey (on certain days I guess)

    I would recommend this place because... it's bowling! You can always have fun with a good friendly competitive game of bowling. I've been to some scary bowling lanes and this one was far from it. I enjoyed it... minus rude dude, again, cuz I can't tell you how seriously RUDE he was!

  • Review from Steven B.

    Oakley, CA

    3.0 star rating
    12/11/2010

    Everyone in my office had so much fun last year that a repeat this year was in order. Unlike last year, I didn't bowl this year on account of just getting over some fold (flu & cold hybrid) and didn't have the stamina.

    The bowling alley over all is clean with up-to-date bowling facilities, video games, bar area, full-service grill and spacious.

    It's a fun time!

  • Review from Kristy H.

    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    3/20/2011 2 photos

    + Pros:
    Plenty of lanes (I think 50)
    You don't have to leave your shoes at the counter; they actually trust their customers here
    Lord of the Rings pinball machine... You get to battle Balrog. I think this is my new favorite pinball game.
    Saloon: They have seasonal Sam Adams and Hefeweizen on tap.
    Basketball Hoops: The arcade area hosts the best basketball hoop machine/game I've ever played on. Unfortunately, you can't link the two together to compete, but you can just compare scores. The balls don't get stuck and they give you a lot of time to shoot, unlike other machines (I'm looking at you, Dave & Busters)
    There is an ice cream machine
    There is a lottery ticket machine
    Lots of flat screen TV's so you don't miss your favorite team's game.

    - Cons:
    When we went, there wasn't any soap left in the men's or women's bathroom. Gross! (Every time I go bowling or to the movie theatre, I make it a habit to wash my hands often because I'm a bit of a germaphobe and I feel like I'm going to go home with a new zit if I don't do so).
    A little on the expensive side for an old bowling alley.

  • Review from Sandra L.

    San Jose, CA

    4.0 star rating
    5/8/2011 1 Check-in Here

    Came here on a Saturday evening around 8pm. We paid $17pp for 2 hours unlimited bowling including shoes. It was a great deal. Also it was glow in the dark night! The people working the register were nice. The $17 deal is for parties of 3 or more but it was only 2 of us. They gave us our own lane and the promo price. :) Score!

    Bartender was an idiot. But we're talking about a bowling alley here! He was not very nice, and sort of ignored me. We ordered beer on tap and a raging bull. They were out of 3 beers on tap so I got the bottle. Who taps out before 9pm?! Lame mgmt at the bar...

  • Review from Cheryl L.

    San Jose, CA

    3.0 star rating
    5/4/2011 1 Check-in Here

    Cool and cheap bowling alley.  Staff needed an attitude check, though.  I mean, I don't blame them since they have to deal with a bunch of kids all the time, but it definitely wasn't the most pleasant experience I've had at a bowling alley.  

    This place is super cheap for later night bowling, but also chock full of kids. I recommend you get there early on those cheap bowling nights, otherwise you might have to wait (or not get) a lane.

  • Review from Sean M.

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    San Jose, CA

    4.0 star rating
    4/18/2011 1 Check-in Here

    It's a bowling alley. I mean I'm not sure what to expect. I can't rate it on cuisine, ambiance, etc.

    The staff was very nice. Went with a large group and they were really accommodating. Everyone had a great time and the kids really enjoyed it. There were a few games to keep em busy too.

    It was clean, not the cleanest place in the world but again...it's a bowling alley.

    Have a lil bar inside for those who like to drink in the afternoon while bowling.

    Wouldn't be a good choice for a first date, but good family outing spot or taking a girl you're not really trying to still woo.

  • Review from Connie C.

    San Jose, CA

    4.0 star rating
    3/9/2011

    This is probably one of the nicer/cleaner bowling alleys that I've been to.  This is my 2nd time here, the first time with my student who won the "bowling with your teacher" auction.  My coworker called ahead of time, and they said they could offer us 2 free hrs of bowling and a free pizza. The kids definitely had fun.

    Today, I came again with a group of friends.  We were surprised by their Wed late night special.  One game for $2.40, where it's normally $6 something. sweet!! Shoes were around  $5. something...but o wells..

    There was 5 of us bowling, we each played 2 games..total game to around $44.  It was pretty packed, but overall, we all enjoyed our time at AMF.

    Parking was pretty easy, bathrooms were clean....and there's also a bar and arcade area too.

  • Review from Shali N.

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    Santa Clara, CA

    4.0 star rating
    10/25/2010 3 photos

    Oh my! I haven't been here in ages. I finally return after 10+ years and the whole place has been completely remodeled. They've added fancy lights and are trying to attract a younger crowd. It makes sense since they have to compete with Strike in Cupertino. I liked the upgrades.

    A quick note - the place seems dark and shady on the outside but once you walk in, it's all better. :) It's a bit hidden in the back of Moonlite Shopping Center but there's a full parking lot next to it once you find it.

    The staff was nice and the ambiance was fun for a Friday night. The prices are a lot better than Strike and it's not too crowded or filled with lots of people, which is nice. They also serve food (pizza, fries, etc) and have a bar.

    The ideal friday night in Santa Clara would be to hit up 99 Chicken for chicken and beers, then head to VIP for some soju time, and then a bit a bowling at AMF Moonlite since you can just stumble on over. (They're in the same shopping center...)

  • Review from Jasmine P.

    San Jose, CA

    1.0 star rating
    8/31/2010

    Things here could be better to say the least.

    The major pit falls of this place:
    1.  Bad, bad, bad customer service:
    When the coin machine ate a dollar, the employees of this place were non cooperative in refunding our buck!  It's a dollar, and were spending money on a lane, three games, for three people, food and drinks!  Seriously?

    2.  Awful Beer policies:
    So... there is a bear deal, but for each bear (super small sized) you drink, you have to wait 30 minutes for another.  This is ridiculous!   The alcohol content in a mixed drink far surpasses this, but if your a beer drinker you have to wait, and wait, and wait!

    3.  Stupid Employees:
    So... when I asked to purchase a pitcher of beer, I was told I needed two other people, and their ID's, but that those people could not be the guys I was with, because they still had a 1/2 hour to wait.   Then the bartender (she's already got a bad review below about her) overtly mocked me, with attitude, as I asked her about the beer policy!  The manager, later took care of everything and brought us two pitchers of beer, but  after such a headache those beers should have been comped like crazy!

    4. Um... yuck.
    We also saw the chef drop some food on the floor, pick it up and cook, and serve it to paying customers anyway.  So... yuck!

    Service was overtely rude and utterly disapointing.  
    There were two guys who really appeared to be making an effort to make up for the overall Sh)#y service of every other employee in the place.  Daniel one of the managers was pretty cool, as was "what's his name" the CSR dude at the shoe counter.  Sadly two people cant make up for a team of sh(ty employees!

    We bowled 3 games (and I kicked some major but for my first of three, than... we wont talk about what happened next).  If it weren't for our sheer interest in bowling, we would have left within our first few minutes in the place.

  • Review from Carrie D.

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    • 244 reviews

    San Jose, CA

    4.0 star rating
    2/21/2011 1 Check-in Here

    We were feelin a little nutty, channeling our inner Lebowski's and went to Moonlite Lanes to 'Roll' Saturday night.

    It was great! There are arcade games if you're not into bowling and Saturday nights they have their cosmic bowling with the black lights and they bring down a movie screen and project music videos. Disco balls, chaser lights on the lanes... It's all fun!

    And to beat all, there's a full bar and restaurant with a 'pubby' feel. Prices are pretty good. We did the 3 hour combo deal with the shoe rental and had a great time.

    The only reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 is that our lane kept breaking down. The pin setter would rack up 'ghost pins' so we kept having to reset and there were a couple of times when we'd sit there for several minutes waiting to see some pins we could knock down. A second 'not great' part for me, was the location. The overal location seems pretty convenient, but we had a hard time finding it. You have to walk through a hallway in the shopping plaza and the bowling alley is behind. There must be an alleyway or something you have to find in order to actually park in their lot. Who knows :).

    Other than that, a fun time was had by all. Next time we might come for pizza and bowling.

    Great fun for a rainy day!

  • Review from Kathy D.

    Sunnyvale, CA

    3.0 star rating
    8/15/2010

    This bowling alley has been my default bowling alley ever since Middle school.  It is few blocks away from my house down El Camino and definitely cheaper than Strike, even though Strike is closer to my house.

    Food and a mini bar are available.  Nachos, fries, and your other typical all american snacks.  

    Mini arcade is also available.

    Plenty of Parking.  

    and heyy.. if you need some soju fun.. VIP is right around Office Max!  Just take a quick walk!

    I hear their prices have gone up per game, so I am not sure how pack this place is nowadays.

  • Review from aks r.

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    Mountain View, CA

    5.0 star rating
    10/18/2010

    I grew up in Santa Clara and used to go to Moonlite Lanes all of the time.
    When I was younger, all of the neighborhood wannabe "thugs" would hang around here and it was never known to be a nice "family" bowling alley.

    Well, they have sure cleaned up the place and it really looks great.  My bf and I frequent Moonlite Lanes and we love it!!!

    They have freaking amazing deals that I get emailed to me every couple of weeks - like .99 cents a game!!! And their extreme bowling is pretty awesome.  I really don't see any reason to go anywhere else to bowl now & we are now regulars here. woohoo!

  • Review from Wesley P.

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    • 21 reviews

    Fremont, CA

    4.0 star rating
    3/30/2011 1 Check-in Here

    haha! this place has not been updated since the 70's.  Amazing!  Let's bowl!

    Great for groups!

  • Review from Ricardo L.

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    • 35 reviews

    Redwood City, CA

    4.0 star rating
    3/9/2011 2 Check-ins Here

    I come here maybe once a month and for the occasional birthday party. It's a pretty standard bowling alley but at 7 or 8 they turn on the black lights and the projector. They play mainly rap and hip hop but also throw in some rock or alternative in the mix. It's a really fun place if you have a nice crowd of people.

    The only thing they can probably improve on is the service, sometimes there is one poor soul trying to assign lanes, shoes, and people arguing over who is paying what and its a mess then the line gets bigger some ones screen is frozen,  some drunken idiot broke his glass and they need to clean up the mess... you get it maybe add two more people during there busy hours.

    I usually don't buy any food here but i think there pizza was decent.

  • Review from David P.

    San Carlos, CA

    4.0 star rating
    12/18/2008

    Interior totally renovated -- you would never know it by the outsides -- if you can even find it in the first place.

    I miss the old grease pencils and overhead projectors and now even some of the earlier electronic scoring systems. Now you don't even get a chair and desk, only a squat podium with a keyboard and enter buttons.  They system has its quirks, but it does the job. (It also comes with some silly graphics when you get a strike and spare. No one really gets to see it as it gets flashed on the screen just after and is done before you get back to your seat.)

    Anyway, had a good company team building party there. Two hours of bonding is just enough.

    Pizzas were pretty standard, sub-par variety you would expect from a bowling ally. Wash it down with Bud and the like in the brew department.

    Video games look well maintained. Staff was courteous and helpful.

  • Review from justin g.

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    • 149 reviews

    Santa Clara, CA

    5.0 star rating
    5/23/2008

    Thursday night FUNNN

    Okay so i gave up clubbing on thursday night for this fun place.

    Here are some reasons why.

    Thursday Nights starting at 10PM.

    $1 shoe rental
    $1 games
    $1 domestic draft beers
    $1 hot dogs
    $1 shooters

    I can walk there from myhouse since its only a block away but i usually drive.

    Competitive games with friends.

    Funn night and creative names and work on my bowling skills.

    DOnna the server rocks my socks off. Great place and i like how they cleaned up teh place and put new monitors.

    Great Bar and nice TVs

  • Review from Tina N.

    Santa Clara, CA

    3.0 star rating
    2/1/2009

    Saturday at around 9pm:
    2 people for 2 games with 2 shoe rentals = $35.
    1 pitcher of beer = $16.
    Scoring a 90 and beating BOTH of the guys = priceless.

    I do not bowl. I don't kick my foot back, I don't own any bowling balls, I am not in a league, I don't know what it means when you say "it's all in the wrist".

    I just throw the bowl down the alley in hopes of hitting something and you know what, that's pretty fun :)

    PS. Our alley kept messing up and didn't clear our pins right away and the crowd here on this particular Saturday night was very very... odd.

  • Review from Theresa N.

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    • 113 reviews

    San Jose, CA

    4.0 star rating
    9/27/2011 1 Check-in Here

    The manager Phillip is uber nice.  We got our lane quick when it was quite busy.  The lane was bit glitchy but all and all GREAT experience here.  The staff are always friendly. ^^

  • Review from Donna H.

    San Francisco, CA

    4.0 star rating
    12/9/2007

    Haven't been to other bowling alleys in the area, but this one is pretty cool.

    clean facilities
    wheelchair accessible
    good music w/ 2 big screens showing music videos..
    organized balls by size - YAY
    shoes that looked clean/new
    typical bowling alley food, but i didn't try it
    typical mini arcade
    ice cream vending machine - TOTALLY COOL.. i guess i never saw it in action. The fridge lid lifts, and a vacuum tube sucks up your ice cream bar/sandwich.. and drops it. WHOAS!

    well stocked bar with billiards - wristband that says something like drinking age verified !! awesomes! i would totally keep that wristband if it wasn't all sweaty after my dancing at Molly Magee's after bowling.

    Our lane was malfunctioning, but they were really accommodating. They immediately switched us to another lane nearby. (moved our scores too.. i didn't know they could do that!) A tad pricier, but if I'm in the area, and have the urge to knock down a few pins, I'll be back! :) In fact, our group could've stayed their to dance in the lanes.. not many people were around.. and we were digging the music.

  • Review from Maryanne R.

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    Cupertino, CA

    5.0 star rating
    10/30/2007

    My son celebrated his 9th birthday here earlier this month and it was a great experience.  He and 3 friends bowled after school on a Tuesday and almost had the place to themselves.  They had a great deal that included umlimited games for 2 hours, shoe rental, popcorn and soda for $12 per bowler.  The guy who set us up couldn't be nicer, even though my kid threw a ball down the center divider a few times.  The woman working the food counter was also really nice and helped me carry the drinks all the way down to our lane.  The music was awesome too - old school, love that.

    The only problem with this place is that it wasn't where I thought it was and I rear-ended someone in my quest to locate this bowling alley.  So, don't make the same mistake I did.  This place is at El Camino and Kiely, NOT Homestead and Kiely.

  • Review from Anna B.

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    • 24 reviews

    Sunnyvale, CA

    4.0 star rating
    4/18/2006

    I know I sound like an old lady when I say this, but when did bowling get so expensive?  We were tired of getting ripped off by Palo Alto Bowl, so we decided to drive further south to get ripped off by Amf Moonlite Lanes.

    We chose to go bowling on a Saturday afternoon, as did the Pied Piper and his merry gang of kids. (Note: If you don't like children, then don't go bowling on a Saturday afternoon). Fortunately, the wait wasn't too long, but we did have to settle for one lane (group of 5).

    I think bowling shoe rentals are $4.25. Each game is $5.00. (Higher prices after 6 pm & on the weekend). Sometimes I  can't believe I actually pay to wear someone else's shoes.

    Moonlite lanes are high tech. Their score board features cute little animations that synch with the number of pins you knock down. I did not, however, like the way that the fancy schmancy scoring system penalizes you for stepping onto the lane. It was an accident!
    It's not like I was dancing on the lanes.

    Though the 'xtreme" lights weren't on, Moonlite had a fine selection of bowling alley tunes, ranging from disco hits from the 70s to Fall Out Boy. I also appreciate the color coded bowling balls. It's easier to find your choice of weight.

    I would go here again. Even if I end up paying more in mileage.

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