Reviews of Midway Bowling and Axe Throwing (Bowling Alley)

Patricia Person

Their outside patio is really nice ...food is good and staff is friendly

C. Becket

This is a five star bowling alley, drinking and atmospheric experience by any measure. Themed based on the 'Big Lebowski's' movie theme. Flexible close time and plenty of lanes.

Keith Cahee

Best jalapeño poppers in Cumberland County. They are wrapped in bacon ???? . The grilled cheese Brisket is worth trying out. Bowling, games, bar, and a big out side patio area with propane fire pits.

Lindsay Black

Nice joint good prices abs the food and drinks are priced fair! Great family place

Danielle Zettlemoyer

always a fun time!!!

Sara Starner

With the updates that were made inside the bowling alley it looks very nice! Still has the feel of the original look but with some new flair. A great place for a birthday party, an evening out with the kids or even a date. And the prices aren't bad!

Jason Strait

Awesome. Im not a pro bowler so I can only say the lanes were good enough for me. The bar has good food and great beer selection. Place has been well upgraded since my high school days in 2004.

Lorie Moore

We had a great time ????

Sharon Ellis

Fun

Randy Ebersole

we were outside for the bar. Great service!

Matthew Rickerson

Love the vibe! Perfect place for a chill night of bowling and good eats/drinks!

Philip Reed

Bowling is a fun game.

Corey Kurz

The food is gross, and bowling alley area is run like it's trying to be a super spreader event for coronavirus

Mike Witman

Great times even during a pandemic. Had fun with my kids.

Chris Kelley

Was fun and very accommodating, would definitely go again. A lot to do other than bowl also, bar, outdoor patio, golf simulator, arcade, pool.

Wack_Wasabi

Have been going there for years now. Always a great experience.

HokieEngineer

I went here as a kid in high school 12 years ago. Wow. This place has been kicked up a notch. Now my wife and I plan to make this a regular visit. Food and Bar is awesome. Bowling is pretty good.

Josh Wert

Been going here since I was a kid when it was a hole in the wall. First time here in several years. Friggin amazing job renovating and bringing it up to date. Love it!

Eric Kramer

Good long island iced teas. Our lanes pins kept falling over on reset. Overall pretty nice

John H. Nye

Large venue with lots of lanes with a dining room. Plus they let us park our RV overnight with Harvest Host! Thanks again for a great time!

Dylan Summers

Very friendly staff and great draft beer selection

Ellie

really fun and the music was good but the food was a bit expensive given what it was (large pizza, a pitcher of lemonade, a beer, and a siara mist for $42) :/

Trevor Monk

It's really great to see the time-honored tradition of bowling is being passed on from generation to generation through Midway bowling Alley. The bar is just as great as the bowling alley. They also have lottery here.

James W

They did a great job renovating the bar and gaming areas but needed to invest in the lanes, old and breakdown constantly

Rob Rutz

Where do I start? First... this is a local family-owned business. Massive props for staying the course since 1956, offering family-friendly entertainment and activities that includes bowling, made-to-order food, a great bar and simulators... but there's so much more. There's the staff, which includes a lot of smiles and energy, in spite of the challenges of 2020. This is hard work and long hours, and it's clear that this iconic venue and its people have their hearts in it. I'd be remiss, though, if I didn't bring up that the Midway has been among the few businesses that has kept the local live music scene vibrant and alive, thanks to the owners' significant investment in the patio and their solid commitment to LIVE musicianship. I could go on and on, but I'm just one musician out of hundreds who have the opportunity to perform, see old friends, meet new fans and enjoy the connections of music. For those who haven't been to see a live music event at the Midway, please check the schedule. There's always something going on! Thank you, Midway owners, staff and management, for making sure that the midstate music scene remains alive today and in the years to come. And thank you for your energy. We cherish the local biz scene, and your venue is definitely a favorite on the map!

Georgia Hullman

Went out for a gals night, lots of amazing drinks and fun time bowling. Great vibe!!

Gabby Alvirena

The staff was super friendly and made it as easy as it could be with my 5 children. Also love the food and little arcade they've got!

Jacob Hull

Such a lovely place to go to doesn't matter if it's work family, friends, it's always a great time to go to it, never lets me down, I always have fun there, and it's such a great place to go to and just have a great time with family and friends, I just loved the bowling there, the drinks the arcade games. Such a great time. And I think it's just the best place to go to if you're looking to kill some time and have some fun with some buddies.

Skyler O'Donnell

Facility is well kept and well equipped. Bar staff are curt and leave a lot to be desired. Would openly disparage customers if they were not their friends at the bar.

Heather Miller

Great place to gather with friends! Pool, bowling and cocktails. What more could you want!! They also have PA lottery. Bartenders always have a smile and the food is great. Thanks for the memories ????

Zachary Sarver

Didn't have my ID, so they didn't let me buy drinks. I had just gone for a hike at white rocks, so was carpooling with friends. I forgot to pack my ID. Didn't think we were getting inflammatories after hiking in beautiful clear skied woods. It was a personal issue, but it was not a good experience. I literally said, "I'll take my business elsewhere." I swear, it must have been for attention.

Jared Schipper

Great family oriented place to bowl. The prices are reasonable and the staff is friendly. There is a pretty good snack bar and a newly renovated adult bar with a billiard table serving alcoholic drinks as well. They offer glow bowling on the weekends I believe. There is also a small arcade and a bowling shop inside the establishment. The building could use some updates here and there, like most bowling alleys. No smoking inside.

Tyler Tubbs

Great bowling alley! Very nice lanes and location to go bowling

James Schwartz

Love going to this place every time I visit Carlisle

RIPJanet Strimel

First time here today Saturday 9/26/20 came here with my family and kids had a blast here a pretty nice place fun they have pretty good food too pizza burgers nachos not bad at all ...it was a good game!!

Derrick Glenn (TodayNew's)

Good ppl, good food, ice cold beer and btw bowling too. Highly recommended!!!

Jon Chadwick

Newly renovated over the last 2 years. New score keeping system, new tables with ball holders under have really opened up the space. Still an inexpensive way to spend time bowling with family and friends.

Trey Braun

Lots of family fun bowling with an added bonus of trivia!

Douglas Bower

Food was quite good and service was very attentive. The remodel is fabulous. If you haven't been by in a while you should really check it out.

Daniel Berndt

This place is so underrated. Went bowling for the first time in a while and was surprised by how much there is to do besides bowling! Bowling of course, corn hole, darts, pool, an arcade, and more! Made for a great evening of fun with friends - will definitely be coming back.

Roger Neidigh

HIGHLY recommended. The Entire Staff Here is Amazing. Service is Quick. Atmosphere is Welcoming as soon as you walk in the door. They Have Bowling Pool tables. Golf Simulator and many other games.

Robert 2300

Awsome!.

Amanda Fawbush (MANDY)

Their drinks are awesomely strong and bowling is cheap

Tina Whitsell

Great atmosphere with friendly staff, good food, alot of fun!!! Good for kids too!!

Lynette Farner

Good old bowling with Brandon Farmer and Kathy Frye.

Jay Swartzwelder

Friendly staff & cool place to bowl.

Ben Jackson

Really nicely renovated! Lots of different options for the whole family! Will definitely be back for more!

Lindsay de Bien

This is not the Midway we grew up with! The renovations are awesome. Place is clean, food and drinks are great, and the atmosphere is fun. I hear great things about the patio too.

Heather Novack

Average type of bowling alley. Great place for the Kids Bowl Free program during the summer; the music can be a little PG-13 rated if taking young kids.

Chatting With Cochran

Great place to go with kids

Megan E. Smith

First visit in a few years and there are some nice improvements including a large outdoor area with firepit, refreshed bar (with bottle service!) and new scoring system. Happy to see this business still thriving!

Tai Nguyen

Best experience for your first visit..

Paul Howell

Great for family but they also sell beer

Tammy Clark

Love this local place! Lots to do, great food, awesome music, delicious food and great bartenders!

Clay Helfrick

Food is okay. Some of it was a little cold. Drinks were reasonable and bowling was pretty good with updated screens and furnishings throughout. the lanes themselves are definitely older. Service was excellent from most of the servers and bar tenders.

Patricia Berryman

Friends and I love going after 9pm for the discounted games. They really enjoy the bar and pool and thoroughly enjoy the food options as well. Well priced

Helen Sowers

Friendly service.

ARF

Bowling lanes break every 10 minutes. 2 hours of bowling 2 lanes 150$. 45 minutes of the 2 hours was my party waiting for the lanes to be fixed.

Jaimee Kendall

Lots of lanes & w/ bumpers, rental shoes clean n appeared newer, house balls are not as nice as other bowling alleys I have visited; very cracked up and nicked up, our rack knocked over pins or jammed atleast 4-7xs in 1 game with 6 players,full selection of food&drinks(incld. Alcohol) from eat in bar or delivery to ur lane, arcade area was nice for tired out/uninterested bowlers. Laser light bowl & music was ok.

The Brahman Noodles

Great place really fun hip atmosphere ! Dude abides

Dante Shultz

Wasn't the greatest. Alleys were not the best. Also the pins were having many malfunctions.

Alan Jones

Fun times on the deck, playing trivia with friends

Kevin Silva

Plenty of fun things to do!

Luck Ritchey

Bar is good and the bowling alley is less oiled for people who know what im talking about(not a bad thing, Bowlers preference). Overall we head here once a month, never disappointed.

Christopher Hailey

Clean facility, helpful staff, modern with an old school feel to it. I highly recommend.

Kathleen Walker

Great food, great music, and nice place. Definitely will plan to return when it gets warmer for music on the patio.

Ray Barclay

Really nice place

Patrick Funk

Kayla is an amazing bartender! The renovations they made are beautiful. Absolutely will stop in again. Highly recommend this establishment!

james brenneman

Always a great time. Been going here for the past 10 years!

michael hamilton

Great outdoor space. Awesome bands. Good time if you wanna meet up with friends.

Louis Gaspero

If you haven't went you should. They have a really nice patio out back. They have a bar inside. Plus bowling!! Who can go wrong with bowling. Go check it out an have fun.

Joyce Fetter

Very nice sand bar. Good music. Good orange crush.

Eric Heishman

Had a small birthday get together here, and had a blast. Enjoyed food and drinks at the bar with great service. Has pool tables, darts, and cornhole, in addition to bowling. managers and staff were super accommodating to our party. Thanks midway.

Matthew Cook

Awesome people great food and good times

Laura Davis

Great place to get together with family and have fun. Besides bowling there is plenty for the kids to do. My grandchildren are on the youth bowling team

Justin Shover

Doing the community a great service by hosting live music! Thank you Midway Bowl!

E

The make bowling more fun bc u can have drinks nice new out side is great

Jamie Aston

Cool spot with a great outdoor area and live music!

Brandon Piper

Great time. Good food too.

Franklin Edwards

Excellent food and staff, definitely will return

Sharon Ambrose

We had fun. people nice. Had trouble on lane 16. Pins kept falling over after resets and ball jammed in return. Had to call for help numerous times. Finally moved to next lane... Still had a great time!!!

Tami .carey

Had a great time with kids n less expensive

Caitlin Gamble

Had to order a nasty hot dog in order to get a drink. Only covid rule they follow, guess because it gets them money. Rude staff, slow service

Clinton Smith III

Great new outdoor space! Incredible mural and great prices on drinks and food. Looking forward to having my son's birthday party there in January

Brittany McDannell

Great local place! I love that they participate in the kids bowl free program. Wish smoking wasn't right in front of the entrance, but otherwise no issues.

George Parish

We’re regulars at Midway, but last night, after bowling 4 games, we were refused a fifth with 25 minutes until close. This is very poor service, especially when we’re offering to give them our money and they have to do very little other than keep the lights on until the time the door says the place closes. Very disappointed and hoping it will never happen again or ABC West will get new regulars and they will be us.

David Cook

Midway has the best service in Carlisle. Everyone on staff was friendly and genuine, good people. Highly recommend!

Je Ya

Me and the boys may not be good bowlers but we have a good time with good drinks and good food

Brandon Deitch

We visited to participate in the kids bowl free program. The place has made some nice changes but still feels outdated. There are quite a few other places that have more bells and whistles but in the end, this is a bowling alley. Friendly staff, fun for the kids. Bathrooms could be renovated.

Jason Rohrbaugh

Since 1956, still nice alley. Older lanes, but still fun. Great outdoor area with cornhole, lots of area to sit with friends, bar area nice with 3 pool tables, 2 PA skill machines.

Taryn Heckman

They have done a lot of updates to the place which I thought was pretty cool. Great family friendly atmosphere. Great for all ages!

Justin Chaudrue

Forcing your customers to stop bowling at 9:33pm when they are the only 4 left in the bowling alley and you close at 10pm is not good customer service. We were not asking to stay past 10 and were already split in to 2 lanes. Closing the register at 9:33 and refusing to let us pay for another game (that would have taken 15 minutes) is bad business. Doing so because "I have to get a lot done before 10" and stating that the hours on the door are "suggested hours" only so the cashier can go to the bar by 10 is just bad character. Unbelievably bad...

Alicia Paulus

This place has had so many changes and updates. Prices are reasonable and the atmosphere is good. It had a new retro vibe.

Dan Chonko

New outdoor area is fantastic with wonderful murals. The staff are extremely kind and always smiling. The food is very good with a wonderful drink selection.

Shaun Kauffman

General all around bowling experience that would be expected. They do have a bar you can order from if you get frustrated with your game or significant other. I probably would have rated the place higher if it wasn't for the 3 employees that made us take our soda from McDonald's back to the car while the next person held a gallon jug of iced tea in his hands and they said nothing.

Amy Sparks

Great place to take your family for some fun!

Jamie Sides

The service with the new front desk person has gone down hill. James and Jamie are still great! We were stopped from playing another game with 25 mins before closing. We have been bring a group there regularly for about a year now.

Jesse

Booked online for New Years. They overbooked. Never sent us an email that it was cancelled. Was not informed until we got there that it was cancelled. It’s New Years! At least let us know our plans are cancelled!!!

Richard Baker

Local entertainment Mecca. Great bowling and excellent staff. Very nice place for the children's birthday party we attended.

Joe Cool

It's a good bowling alley. Not quite sure of the prices since it was a company sponsored event. They do have local leagues so I would go early. House balls and shoe rentals. Beer and food.