Reviews of Shamrock Bowl and Restobar (Bowling Alley)

Matt W

Most people associate bowling alleys as fun places with garbage food, but I'm happy to say Shamrock Bowl not only has amazingly fun bowling, but also pretty amazing food! The pizzas are made fresh and the sandwiches on ciabatta buns also have moist delicious (not dry!) meats with really great sauces. They also have flavored fresh cut fries and some other nice apps. What's really cool about this place is the bowling. Before going here, I had no idea that its ONLY CANADA that has 5 pin bowling, and this one of the places in Canada with 5 pin bowling! The balls are smaller, and you actually keep score using cards which is not only fun but makes you actually associate with the people around you instead of relying on technology. What's also cool is if you become the 5 pin bowling champ of Canada, you're actually the world champ at 5 pin bowling!

Scrella

Had a wonderful experience here. Very lovely and knowledgeable owner, he explained the history of 5-pin bowling before we got started, and explained the scoring to us. We had an absolute blast! They have three types of beers on draught, and nice selection of tall cans! Will check out the menu next time we go, which is sure to be soon! Would absolutely recommend!

Kyle Clements

An old school bowling alley. Not a disco, not an arcade. This place is for bowling, and grabbing a bite. No computer scorekeeping here, just pen and paper. I'll definitely be going back.

Ainsworth The Musician

Best bowling alley in the east end. Love it

Matthew Plouffe

Very cool atmosphere. Food was unconventional for a bowling ally, I just wanted a hot dog! Would be awesome to see more pool tables instead of an entire seating sections blocked off/unused, they also ran out of loonies which prevented us from staying/playing more pool.

Blaze Fireball

Went there for my 18th birthday and had a dang BLAST!!! Everyone was nice and one of the people there explained how to play it to us in a very east-to-understand way! I loved it! Also the arcade games, Foosball, and pool! 100% Recommend!

Kathryn Gillespie

Great fun bowling but if you stick around to play pool you're screwed. The table has a "magical" trick to make sure you get all the balls. If it sticks and you ask for help the manager has nothing to say. Basically pay more for a faulty table or get out. We got out.

moya jackson

A sensational place to Tickle your imagination of how it may have been to be bowling in the 1950’s! And then there is the well stocked bar and the simple but super delicious food! The staff is a delight!

Natalie Lalonde

This place is a gem. 5 pin bowling like it was meant to be played. We rented 4 of the 8 lanes for two hours and we had a blast. $5 for shoe rental and $10 per game. Everything is manual, including keeping score which adds to the fun and keeps everyone engaged in the game. The score tables were vintage, they had built-in ashtrays and moisten roller-ball to keep fingers wet and from slipping when playing. Unfortunately there was no water in it ???? The lanes are in great condition and we only encountered a couple blips where the pins had to be reset by an employee. This place also has a pool table, some arcade games and a lounge/bar area. It's great fun!

Grégory SAMBA

The bowling is definitely a good time but that bread pudding!! The bread pudding will become an obsession ????

Mike Cobb

Great old school lanes. Just expensive to take a full family

Richard Lipscombe

Well restored and cute but they need to work on their pricing. Too expensive at the moment. Get some deals going.

Jennifer Hunter

Cool old school vibe. Fun for a night out

Befus

Went to a party at this amazingly retro establishment. Will be back again, hopefully soon!

J C

Was a nice little spot. Lanes are oldschol which was neat and they have a small bar area, with a kitchen. I'd maybe suggest some more stuff for their "game area" for small kids that aren't bowling but besides that staff and all was good.

Michael Marschner

This 5 pin bowling place takes you right back into the 50’s. All the equipment seems to be original and amazingly well preserved. We had an amazing time there. Shoe rental is mandatory of course, but at $5.50 I found it reasonable. As a heads up, you are playing four players per lane. So if you’re in a group plan around that.

Zen Bike Rider

Totally lack of empathy from the owner. Kids birthday party, came late due to dr. Appointment, would not for the life of her give my child a pair of bowling shoes just to wear around. Not how you run a business in a neighborhood full of families. I’ll never give her my business. ????

Graham Devitt

This is probably the most "laid-back" bowling experience I've had. No overstimulating lights, computer screens, or blaring music, and it's got a comfortable retro vibe. Our group had a great time, and we'll definitely be back!

Shane Davis

The staff and service is what makes this traditional bowling alley great. Very accomidating with music, drink requests, outside food, scoring help, shoe changes... you name it. Prices feel a bit high for the lanes, although they are pretty much industry standard

robert zagorac

It's awesome. Five. Pin. Bowling. It's five-pin bowling just like when you were a kid! I hear the food is good but I didn't try it since I went late at night. I hope to return soon.

Corrinne Ward

Too Expensive for a 1950's themed bowling alley

Shivangi Trivedi

Mainly for kids. We went there over the weekend and it was busy. It had a waiting for 3-4 hrs, we shld have reserved beforehand. Took away a star as it has 2 flights of stairs to go up.. 2 of us had to lift the stroller up

Guillermo del Águila

It is fun! Very cool place

Cam Lillico

Great old school atmosphere. Highly recommend. Owner and staff are great!

Michael

A hidden gem! I have not bowled in years and this 5 pin alley was a throwback in design to the 40s and was so much fun! Well taken care of, spotless, has a great seating area with multiple lounges, pool tables and a bar. Staff were all so friendly, easy going, and helpful. Spacious and clean... though a clear sign is out front, I missed it as the GOODLIFE sign kinda dominants as they are side by side, so once you see the GF sign, you have arrived. Give it try! A great night out with friends or a unique and fun way to take a date!

ania Smati

This place is so amazing !! Had the best night of my life with my friends thanks to the amazing crew !! The food was also really tasty and so good !! See you next week for a new awesome night !!

Tuba Khan

Bad timings

Tinnia S

Not traditional bowling it's 5 pin. I also didn't know going in that we would have to score ourselves...but luckily had some math whizzes that took on that task...lol. Regardless it's pretty fun as long as you enjoy bowling it's a good spot. A little small 8 lanes but they also had a few arcade type games and a pool table coin operated. It was a nice place and had a good time. Oh...I almost forgot...they also have adult beverages ???? So for those who like to have a little drink while having fun...they have that for you too.

Rachel Kwok

Amazing bowling place! Great vibe! We went here for a bday celebration with a group of friends, it’s our first time to play the 5 pin bowling, and the staffs were very welcoming and patiently explained the rule to us :) so glad we came here for the celebration

City Pest Control Inc

Good place ????

JMarie “Gāĭus” Gaius

dusty.

Tom Gabor

Awesome place! The staff were beyond amazing and the experience was fantastic. So happy to see they had beers on tap. Everything was perfect.

Sabrina Zavarise

Feels like you’re going back in time! A lot of fun. Super friendly and informative service

andrew morris

Old school bowling, surprisingly good food.

Jennifer Ekwalla

What's a wonderful evening I had in shamrock The food was delicious and not expensive I highly recommend this place for spending time with friends

Mike T

Hidden gem! Surprisngly good food menu and drink options. 5 pin bowling is different but still very fun. Great place to go for a fun evening or group event!

Paul Hackl

This place is a blast from the past. Tons of fun!

Ray Hopkin

Really amazing place, great, friendly staff. Food was great too...

Neo Geilhufe

This is a place for everyone. It's perfect for family and friends. U can hang with family for dinner then enjoy a nice bowling game or just for drinks and dancing with friends. Friendly staff, great atmosphere, the food menu is WOW! The managers Meydge and Axel go above and beyond to make everyone comfortable!

Alison Matthews David

We had a really nice work event. Loved the retro vibe!

SiKe

The food was very good and not expensive (i ate P.E.T.A with fries) The bowling game made lots of fun. Its a great bowling place ???? . There are also other games like billard and table soccer ????????????????????

Pat Bolland

Renovated and restored a few months back, this is the oldest bowling alley in TO, but hardly looks it. 5-pin the way it used to be. Reasonable drink prices and food ... Try the beef and lamb shwarma - the fries are awesome

Natalya Karabelska

Amazing place for 5 pin bowling. I came with my bf, we lived it so much, we are definitely coming again. It is lots of fun! Also, this is the oldest bowling alley in Toronto. So, this is also a really cool piece of history :)

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Nice place.

Ivan Kukushkin

Overpriced, general lack of professional. The staff seem to be misguided. The manager doesn't seem to "manage" more so, walk around with the owner from point to point gossiping about the customers and staff. I have witnessed 3 altercations between the manager and staff in the presence of customers. Won't be going back.

chefrey W

Really enjoyed playing there! I plan on coming back. Bathrooms are clean and modern. Great to be able to book online. Shoe rentals were comfortable.

Mike Clarke

Fun spot

Colin Kikcio

Those are some quality lanes.

Andrew P

Good little sunday outing. Girls at the bar and behind the front desk where all good. Cool seeing the old school setup. Read up on how to manually write score lol. All in all a fun time.

B Newell

Terrible service. Would not recommend this place to anyone.

judith manuel

(Translated) Impeccable service, guaranteed atmosphere (Original) Service impeccable, ambiance garantie

Golden Beauty

So so nice. Loved It. We must come back asap ❤

Zhila Sepehr

We celebrate my dad's birthday here, he really liked it

Laura D

We were a group of about 20 people and spent a really nice evening at the shamrock bowl and resto bar with good food, nice bowling games and a lot of fun! Great team and easy communication. The relaxed atmosphere and the comfortable style make the shamrock bowl and resto bar absolutely worth a visit :)

Reza Asadikia

Excellent place to have fun for families. A very original vintage environment. Felt like we where in the sixties! Owner very friendly and professional. We went with our seven year old and we had tons of fun. Definitely going back.

Budgie Grotesque

the staff were nice, and everything was nice and clean. Looks like it would be a great place to bring some children. Bowling was a bit on the pricey side but seems in line with others maybe just a tad more. Will be going back one day. Some of the balls could use some love as there were some good sized chunks missing.

Mehdi Rhanine

It was a very good experience. We'll come back to this restaurant

Kevin Pulido

Awesome place

Alex Oosterman

Great service! Great environment! Old school kool!

Chidi Osemeke

Omg this place closest thing to heaven. The bartender you guys got is 100/10 well worth every penny. Tell your friends, neighbors, kids, and pets SHAMROCK IS THE NEW PLACE ON THE BLOCK. ALSO AS A SIDE NOTE 3 WORDS: SPICY CHICKEN PIADINA

Matt Byers

Great times, amazing service. Wonderful staff and owner.

Selina-Rachel Mendez

Oh my goodness! This place was absolutely fantastic. My partner and I went here last night and we'll definitely be back. I haven't been bowling in such a long time, but I spoke to the owners (who are lovely) and I found out that they restored all of the original pieces from the 50's so you actually have an authentic 5-pin experience. (Which I learned only exists in Canada!) We enjoyed a tasty dinner that was so filling. They used simple, flavorful ingredients and the food came out nice and hot. It was also VERY reasonably priced. I'm such a big fan! If you go, definitely try the bread pudding, it was the highlight of my night!!! I was stuffed by the end, but definitely make sure you save room because it is EVERYTHING. So delicious! Highly recommend.

short short

Nice place.Good selection of drinks.The friends I went with were sent back in time as they went as kids. Its $40 for one hour.shoe rental on top of that.I really dont understand how they price things as we played to play for 2 hours. I paid for drinks as I ordered them and somehow it was still almost $150 at the end.. When we asked if there was a mistake they seemed offended and said I dont make mistakes. Not sure if I will go back if I do only for one hour no food.no drink.

Ian Partridge

We had lots of fun!

Michelle DeYoung

Closed!

Michael Parker

I see everyone is complaining about the dust. Just want everyone to know that what is falling is coming from aspestos tiles which are on the ceiling. Many health violations in this place and that is just one of many. To avoid getting sick I’d stay clear of this place, it will get shut down eventually. The window where they place your food is also directly beside the staff bathroom. Less than 5 feet away, there’s some food for thought. Also I’m pretty sure this place DIDNT have any permits to do any of this work. They didn’t have anything posted as I attend the goodlife in the building regularly.

Mike Tranter

Had a great time there bowling Saturday evening. Great atmosphere. The DJ was awesome!

Michael Urbanowich

Fun and old school

Laura P

Really nice new owner. The place looks amazing! I can't wait to bowl there and spend more time there. It's such a beautiful throwback. Give this local business your money, you won't be sorry.

chico ezechiels

Great time with a bit of exercise and drinks. Came to late for food :-(.

Hugh Mann

Everything is overpriced. The owner is a pompous misogynist. Never going back.

Saad Haidar

We once went there at 10pm and they said they’re closed, although it was Friday and should have been closing at 2 am.

JA Veloso

A real Canadian Classic.