Bowl & Barrel - CLOSED

4.1
1123 reviews

About

American Restaurant
Bowl & Barrel is an upscale boutique bowling alley with a modern American restaurant and bar featuring house-made specialties, classic cocktails and craft beer on tap. Located in Dallas, Houston and San Antonio.

Location

Bowl & Barrel - CLOSED
17619 La Cantera Pkwy Ste 102, San Antonio, TX
78257, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.1
1,123 reviews
5 stars
687
4 stars
175
3 stars
99
2 stars
58
1 star
104

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Customer service experiences varied widely, with some praising attentive staff while others reported slow or inattentive service.

Food Quality

Food received mixed reviews; while some enjoyed the offerings, others found it mediocre or experienced food safety issues.

Bowling Experience

The bowling lanes and equipment were criticized for poor conditions, including string-set pins and damaged balls, making it unsuitable for serious bowlers.

Atmosphere

The venue's atmosphere was generally well-received, described as fun and family-friendly, though some noted issues with temperature and cleanliness.

Pricing Concerns

Many customers felt the pricing was high relative to the quality of service and equipment, leading to dissatisfaction.
  • PS
    Paula Sanchez
    Aug 10, 2025
    5.0
    I’m so glad I chose Bowl & Barrel for my pre-teen’s birthday celebration. I made the reservation with Taylor over the phone, and she was amazing. She even saved me money by letting me know that one lane can accommodate up to eight players so I didn’t need to book two. The day of the celebration went smoothly. The staff at the front desk and our food servers were wonderful. We ordered quite a bit of food and drinks, and everything arrived quickly. The food was delicious! We tried the burgers and fries, cheese pizza, empanadas, Korean sticks, French fries, stuffed mushrooms, and salad, and they were all equally tasty. I was thoroughly impressed with this establishment, and we will definitely be back. However, if you’re a serious bowler, note that the pins are on strings. It wasn’t a big deal for us since we came to have fun and we certainly did but it’s something to keep in mind. That said, this is a fun and family friendly place to consider for your next event or get together.
  • PP
    Plankroad
    Aug 3, 2025
    4.0
    Had a fun time . They need a sparkling water option . They did a good job with the atmosphere its a more upscale feel. Would like a ball speed display on the score computer .
  • JL
    Jordan Luna
    Aug 3, 2025
    5.0
    It was a fun experience. The sliders were good, the hummus was also good. The service was a little slow but we had a large party. I'd go back for a fun relaxing time.
  • SS
    Sabrina Shelburn
    Jul 31, 2025
    4.0
    Loved the food and the lanes, however our waitress was not attentive, at one point it took 30 minutes for her to refill our drinks and we were her only table. She appeared unhappy about being there all together. It’s kind of unfortunate because if she would have refilled drinks or even check in on us more than once I would have rated 5 stars.
  • CW
    Chauncey Wilson-Hall
    Jul 5, 2025
    5.0
    A really nice bowling alley. Cool vibes. Great fun for family.

Frequently Asked Questions About Bowl & Barrel - CLOSED

What type of cuisine and entertainment does Bowl & Barrel offer?

Bowl & Barrel is an upscale boutique bowling alley featuring a modern American restaurant and bar with house-made specialties, classic cocktails, and craft beer on tap.

Does Bowl & Barrel accept reservations?

Yes, Bowl & Barrel accepts reservations.