Greshka P.
Yelp
This was part two of my sister's upcoming wedding celebration.
After our sisters dinner, we had planned for everyone else to meet us at Basement at 8pm, where we had 2 bowling lanes reserved.
Arriving to the place, and entering the beautiful hotel was great! We found the "Basement" easy enough, and were greeted immediately. As planned, the two lanes were ready for us, and we just had to go and get our shoes.
When making the reservations, they asked for us to get drinks with our server and not at the bar. Well, half hour later, no server had appeared. After we went to the bar, she came and reminded us to place orders with her - Umm, sure, if you cared to come around and ask for our orders. After that, at least she became a bit more attentive and we didn't have to wait that long for drinks anymore. Note, drinks are expensive, about $18/ each, and 20% gratuity is included in each and every tab, regardless of how many people or how many things ordered.
The bowling part was fun. Neon lights, well-kept lanes and lounge area. DJ playing music, making the game more fun and giving it that Lounge/ Club feel.
2 hours were done, and our reservation expired so it was time to pay. This is where I had another issue... First they brought check for the drinks. Had to wait until that was processed. Then they brought check for the bowling part but instead of charging the 2 hours, they did one hour at a time. This took longer than needed and was annoying. We all had to wait there until they finished (what usually is) a simple process and took time away from our fun.
Thankfully, included in the reservation, they allowed us to do ice skating too, which is great for videos and lots of laughs.
After this we went to the other side, where the actual lounge is. Same expensive drinks, same 20% included, but at least there was some good music to dance, and the place is also really nice.
As a plus, this is a great place for those IG pictures... Lights, writings/ sayings on the walls, videos, will show everyone the fun you had.
We had a good time, but based on service, prices, and the paying issue, I give it 3 stars.