Lucky Strike: Old School Meets Vintage Cool
Center City’s Lucky Strike Lanes has something for everyone with equal parts bowling, bar and restaurant. Maybe the best way to describe Lucky Strike is bowling lounge and restaurant? I dunno, but however you describe it, Lucky Strike Lanes is a cool place to dust off your game, have a few cocktails and maybe even dinner.
Granted, Lucky Strike is a chain and we didn’t get the opportunity to sample the food. To be honest, I couldn’t tell whether Philadelphia Weekly’s Fall 2006 review was positive or negative, but based on what we saw, but I’d give it a chance. Regardless, we enjoyed the bar, bowled a few games and had a great time.
There are a handful of things that we found special about Lucky Strike. First and foremost, I loved the 50s retro chic. Patti mentioned that if she didn’t know any better, she’d swear that Stephen Starr opened a bowling alley; an interesting mix of vintage and modern with attention to detail throughout. Second, the blend of the bar, restaurant and bowling alley is performed really well in a nice, open format. Furthermore, there are two floors plus a roof deck, which should grab anyone’s interest. Lastly, Sue said it best “I’d come here just for a drink, or dinner or bowling.” Each component is strong enough on its own.
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In summary, we found Lucky Strike to be a fun spot that everyone will enjoy. Whether you’re a couple or a group, the mix of retro lounge, sports bar, bowling and billiards should satisfy most diverse tastes. For parents with older kids, this spot provides a welcome respite to the mind-melting alternative of Delaware Avenue’s Dave and Busters. Is it cheap? No, but then most understand the difference between a can of Schaefer and a bottle of Belgium’s Chimay. (For more information on pricing, check out Lucky Strike Lanes website here). Regardless, if you’re looking for a fun bar with great atmosphere and some fun activities, then Lucky Strike has got you covered.
Lucky Strike Lanes is located at 1336 Chestnut St. Philadelphia, PA (215) 545-2471
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Philly Chit Chat on 30 Jan 2008 at 4:05 pm #
I love their burgers.
Deanna on 30 Apr 2008 at 11:56 am #
Unfortunately, we actually don’t have a roof deck open in Phila as of yet. But stay tuned! We should have one in the coming year.
Bill on 01 May 2008 at 9:00 am #
Thanks Deanna,
I must have been off base!