A woman bowls an orange ball down a lane at a well-lit Chicago bowling alley with flags on the wall.

Chicago, IL

Roll in, stay a while.

Lava-glow lanes, a tiki-cool bar, and fries worth the trip. Open late, easy on weekends, cosmic on Fridays. Grab a lane in thirty seconds — no app, no fuss.

4.3 on Google · 477+ reviews

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4.3Google Rating

477Reviews

7Days a Week

Around the lounge

What's cooking

Pick a night. There's an easy deal for almost any one — and almost any size of crew.

A boy stands on a bowling lane approach in this black and white photo at Lawn Lanes.

Youth No-Tap Tournament

Youth bowling no-tap tournament with age divisions for 11 & Under and 12 & Over. Participants can earn scholarship money for college. Sessions offered on Saturday, April 11th at 1:00pm; Tuesday, April 14th at 7:00pm; Saturday, April 18th at 1:00pm; and Tuesday, April 21st at 7:00pm.

People bowling and socializing at a bowling center with scoring monitors and a Friday Morning Special sign visible.

31st Annual No-Tap Tournament

Enter the 31st Annual No-Tap Tournament for $40.00 per person. New features this year include more squad dates and 2 average divisions. Running from April 27th through June 6th.

A man in a black jacket bowls on a wooden lane at a bowling center with a ball return in the foreground.

$10 Days – Unlimited Bowling Every Tuesday

Every Tuesday from 9:30 PM to 1 AM, enjoy unlimited bowling for $10. Shoe rental is $2.

Under one roof

Everything under one roof

Bowling's just the start — arcade, tiki bar, parties and more, all in one place.

Bowling

The center features approximately 18–20 lanes with modern automatic scoring monitors and well-maintained wood approaches. Open bowling is first-come, first-served with no reservations required. Shoe r...

League play

The center offers adult leagues in both fall and summer sessions, with flexible scheduling designed to accommodate work and family commitments. Youth leagues are also available with 'Bring A Buddy' pr...

A row of several well-lit bowling lanes with overhead monitors advertising birthday parties.

Tournaments

The center regularly organizes competitive events throughout the year. Tournaments include holiday sweepers (such as Thanksgiving Day Match Game Elimination Sweeper and New Year's Day Men's US Open Qu...

A bowling center lounge with a wooden bar, high-top tables, and neon beer signs under colorful ambient lighting.

Youth programs

Youth programs include structured league play in fall and summer with flexible formats designed to build bowling skills and encourage participation. The Saturday morning Fall Youth Program runs from S...

A long curved bar counter with several black and red stools inside a bowling center tavern area.

Birthday packages

Birthday party packages are available for children, teens, and adults, with pricing tiers designed to fit different budgets and group sizes. Packages include bowling time, shoe and ball rentals, and s...

Corporate events

Corporate and group events are accommodated with specialized packages designed for teams and large gatherings. The center offers two primary tiers: the Stars & Strikes Package at $46.95 per person (in...

Food service

The center features a full-service snack bar and lounge with a wooden bar counter, beverage service, and popcorn machine. Food and beverage options include soft drinks, popcorn, beer (Miller Genuine D...

A circular three-tier bowling ball rack filled with colorful balls in a bowling alley.

Arcade

A wide view of several bowling lanes with dining tables in the foreground and a league sign on the back wall.

Bumper lanes

The brick exterior of Lawn Bowl featuring a tall stone sign pylon and arched entrances at dusk.

Parking

A social seating area in a bowling alley with an honor roll board, neon clock, and people at tables.

Shoe rental

A person standing on a bowling lane approach in front of an American flag.

Ball rental

Bar & lounge

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Bar & lounge

Assorted chilled beer bottles and cans on a metal tray on a wooden bar counter. — Relax with a selection of ice-cold domestic beers at our bar after your game. Our lounge offers a variety of refreshment options for your group.

A server carries a tray of colorful iced cocktails garnished with fruit in a warm, social bar setting. — Take a break from the lanes and enjoy our selection of handcrafted cocktails. Our lounge offers the perfect atmosphere for socializing with friends or hosting your next corporate gathering.

Seasoned french fries in a red basket next to a pint of beer on a wooden table. — Enjoy seasoned hand-cut fries and a refreshing cold beer at our snack bar. Our pub-style favorites are the perfect accompaniment to a day on the lanes.

Appetizing close up of a side of Jalepeno Poppers on a small plate. Has a pint of beer in the background. — Enjoy our crispy jalapeño poppers filled with melty cheese, the perfect snack to share with friends. Pair them with a cold beverage from our full-service bar.

appetizing close up of a side of Fried Raviolis on a small plate. Put a pint of beer in the background. — Enjoy our crispy fried ravioli paired with a cold beverage from the bar. These savory bites are the perfect snack between frames or a great start to your meal.

Appetizing close up of a basket of onion rings. Has a pint of beer in the background. — Pair a basket of crunchy onion rings with your favorite cold beverage from the bar. These golden-brown favorites are a classic choice for sharing between frames.

Word from the regulars

What the regulars say.

Real regulars, real league nights, real birthday chaos — here's how it goes over.

4.3 Google

★★★★★

Great environment, the owners are awesome, friendly and professional staff, affordable rates, many options to join leagues, an overall great vibe! I highly recommend!

Maria L. Google, Mar '26

★★★★★

Lawn bowl is a great place to enjoy some time with family and friends. We met up with a huge group and bowled their Sunday special. My husband and I met the wonderful owners, they were great in setting up the lanes and explaining the bowling rules to the group. Pedro and Hector, the people left in charge were great wit...

Jackie R. Google, Feb '26

★★★★★

Been going here since I was young, I love the atmosphere and how it feels old school compared to the new bowling alleys with lights popping out everywhere. The food is ok, I mean it's a bowling alley not a restaurant, but regardless, the bowling experience here is amazing every time.

Anthony B. Yelp, Jul '24

★★★★★

Been coming here for years. Always been treated kindly and fairly. Great atmosphere and great specials on Monday and Tuesday. The Leagues are awesome as well.

Milio A. Yelp, Apr '19

★★★★★

Its not the biggest or flashiest place but the people running the place are very nice and polite, the place is clean yes even the bathrooms are clean haha not kidding about the bathroom, I take my kids there, I've bowled plenty of times around noon because they have leagues from 8am-12 at least on Wednesday's, definite...

Chato C. Yelp, Oct '17

★★★★★