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The Ballroom
There's a new alternative for entertainment in clubland, where you can still act like a kingpin from the gutter with perfect game, but your friends won't laugh at you when you strike out.
It's called The Ballroom, Toronto's only downtown bowling alley, now open for business at the corner of Richmond and John.
There are 10 bowling lanes, ping pong tables, a sports-bar and a restaurant.
"I just thought there was a need for something original in this city. This is Toronto's first downtown bowling alley in 30 years."
You can even book two private lanes complete with your own full service bar!
Please note that all reservations are for the dining room, and all the lanes are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
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It's called The Ballroom, Toronto's only downtown bowling alley, now open for business at the corner of Richmond and John.
There are 10 bowling lanes, ping pong tables, a sports-bar and a restaurant.
"I just thought there was a need for something original in this city. This is Toronto's first downtown bowling alley in 30 years."
You can even book two private lanes complete with your own full service bar!
Please note that all reservations are for the dining room, and all the lanes are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
15 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 15 reviews
5 stars
(2)
4 stars
(10)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- good for groups(12)
- late-night find(5)
- special occasion(5)
- hot spot(4)
- neighborhood gem(4)
- great for lunch(2)
The Ballroom Reviews List
Review 1 for The Ballroom
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Casual spot
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A bowling alley underneath and a resto up top....interesting combo that works for the Ballroom. Fun spot for a casual bite to eat. Foodies stay away as there is nothing here for you but if you want an energetic place to park yourself and grab some food, this is your place. Waitresses are very friendly and helpful and the hostess not so much. Funny how that happens sometimes."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find
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Review 2 for The Ballroom
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We were at the Ballroom during a Maple Leaf playoff hockey game. Service was slow because it was packed so it was expected.
Ambience was good if you were there to watch the game and join in the fan excitement. . good spot for a fun night out"
Ambience was good if you were there to watch the game and join in the fan excitement. . good spot for a fun night out"
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 3 for The Ballroom
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Casual food......hopping place
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The Ballroom entrance leads you to a small bowling alley. You walk upstairs to the dining area where there is a performer on stage, ping pong tables and seating and bar areas. The food was good casual dining fare and the vibe was upbeat. If you want quiet, do not go here but if you want fun, give it a try."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 4 for The Ballroom
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Patio!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love this place! Especially for groups. Great drink specials and good food!"
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 5 for The Ballroom
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Sadly we weren't able to get a lane for bowling, but other than that we had a great time and were treated very, very well."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for The Ballroom
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The Ballroom gets a Spare ;)
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Loved the overall venue! Great design!!!
Great layout and if you love to watch a sports game best place to do so.
Great layout and if you love to watch a sports game best place to do so.
A few minor issues about booking on line...
I thought I had booked 2mths in advance for a lane but the night of my event I called hrs in advance and was told that none where open and that really nothing could be done and I had to wait 2 hrs for a lane when my party arrived. :( We did get over it though as we ordered food.
I thought I had booked 2mths in advance for a lane but the night of my event I called hrs in advance and was told that none where open and that really nothing could be done and I had to wait 2 hrs for a lane when my party arrived. :( We did get over it though as we ordered food.
Food from what we ordered:
Nachos platter = amazing
Flat bread dishes = amazing
Pad Thai = horrible (odd paste sauce)
Veggie Burger = avoid at all costs, it was like a paste and horrible taste
REAL Burger = AMAZING
Fries = AMAZING
Nachos platter = amazing
Flat bread dishes = amazing
Pad Thai = horrible (odd paste sauce)
Veggie Burger = avoid at all costs, it was like a paste and horrible taste
REAL Burger = AMAZING
Fries = AMAZING
Wait Staff:
She was fantastic. Cheery, fast and knowledgeab"
She was fantastic. Cheery, fast and knowledgeab"
Dined on 10/04/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 7 for The Ballroom
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The restaurant was not busy
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The restaurant was not busy yet it took over an hour to bring our food out, which was eggs! The server kept on insisting that they were plating our food - pretty sure it doesn't take 20 minutes to plate and she looked annoyed that we were annoyed. Do not come here hungry!!"
Dined on 07/04/2013
2011
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Review 8 for The Ballroom
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It was a lot of fun. It was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It was a lot of fun. It was Girls Night Out and we all had a great time. The 5 to 9 band was better than the night band. But we were still dancing.We would go back again and bring our husbands."
Dined on 05/04/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find
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Review 9 for The Ballroom
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a ball at the ballroom
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Loved the vibe at lunch, not crowded at all and the waitress was attentive. The portions were very generous and surprisingly delicious for what seems like average pub fare on their web site. The kids loved the games room. The staff were open to changing the channel for us in the restaurant. Bowling was fun. Service was not as attentive in the bowling section and our request to change the channel was never made."
Dined on 31/03/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Ballroom
Based on the average of (6) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic