About This Listing
Diversey River Bowl is a bowling alley in Chicago’s Lincoln Square neighborhood, situated at 2211 W Diversey Parkway. It offers a mix of traditional bowling lanes and a more casual, retro-style atmosphere. The venue is positioned along the North Branch of the Chicago River, providing scenic views for visitors. The club specializes in bowling, with lanes suited for both casual players and those looking for a competitive experience. It also hosts events, including leagues and tournaments, though specific details on these are not publicly listed. The alley is accessible by public transit, with nearby CTA stops, and parking is available on-site. Hours of operation vary by day, with evening hours extending late on weekdays and weekends, but exact times should be confirmed on the website or by calling ahead. Visitors can check the latest updates, including lane availability and special events, on the club’s website or by calling +1 773-227-5800. The alley has received a 4.3-star rating from over 1,100 reviews, suggesting a generally positive experience. Shoe rentals and food service are likely available, though specifics should be verified before visiting. Arriving early on weekends may help avoid crowds.
Located in Chicago, Illinois, this sports club offers quality facilities and services for sports enthusiasts.
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What visitors are saying
“TL, DR: Security didnu2019t let us in at 11, even though last entry is 11:30, completely ignored our presence instead of just informing us this as first time visitors Yu2019all can call me a Karen for this and thatu2019s fine, but I do have some important information to share with people who are considering going to Diversey River Bowl. Me and 5 others arrived here on a Wednesday at 11pm to bowl for about 1 hour, so we were aimi”
— Ty D. · ★☆☆☆☆ · 2025-9-20
“I kept seeing the free bowling cards around Logan Square and I needed to find out if they worked - well, they do! Even though there was a league there practicing they had room for 4 to bowl. Thereu2019s no TV monitor so you donu2019t get the crazy animations there, only on the small scoring screen. Plenty of house bowling balls to use. The pizza was decent and very shareable! They even have a cute arcade where I won a duck! ”
— Lou L. · ★★★★★ · 2025-7-4
“Love going here for a quick weekday lunch date with my partner. We bowl for an hour and order food from the great restaurant. Itu2019s simple car food but done so well. Also really fun to take our small children on the weekends too.”
— Elizabeth O. · ★★★★★
“Jessica and Tony were super sweet and cordial. I would always love them to check me and make sure everyone is safe!”
— Deyanira G. · ★★★★★ · 2026-2-7
“Friday/ Saturday night this is the place to be! Although it is pricey I have to say staff was wonderful. The girl security at the door was so kind and patient with my disable mother and autistic son. She informed us they had a lounging area right behind her incase we needed a more quiet area. Will be returning.”
— Ms.steinburg · ★★★★★
“I visited from Arizona for the holidays. Let's begin with the exterior, which indeed appears outdated, and the lighted sign is not functioning. Upon entering, the security women demonstrated exceptional knowledge, answering all my questions. Notably, when I dropped my wallet, she promptly returned it, showcasing her honesty and making me feel secure. Although prices are somewhat elevated, we spent the remainder of th”
— Tina l. · ★★★★★
“Food: Didn't order any food, but you can. Ordered an angry orchard. Reasonable prices on drinks. Atmosphere: As soon as you walk in, there a counter towards the middle of the floor. You will have sign into the wait-list machine in front of it. The counter clerk will call your ticket when a lane is ready. You're given tickets to exchange your shoes at a different counter. It is $45 an hour to bowl. Ample amount of lan”
— Victoria H. · ★★★★★ · 2024-1-16
“Definitely more of an older bowling alley, but it's clean, staff is great. The door security, and Ally from the bowling alley is a great bartender. Our whole crew had a wonderful time playing and celebrating .”
— Yvette M. · ★★★★☆
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Diversey River Bowl located?
Diversey River Bowl is located at 2211 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60647, United States. It is in Chicago, Illinois.
What is the phone number for Diversey River Bowl?
You can call Diversey River Bowl at +1 773-227-5800.
What are the hours of Diversey River Bowl?
Diversey River Bowl is open as follows: Monday 12u202fpmu20131u202fam; Tuesday 12u202fpmu20131u202fam; Wednesday 12u202fpmu20131u202fam; Thursday 12u202fpmu20131u202fam; Friday 12u202fpmu20131u202fam; Saturday 10u202famu20131u202fam; Sunday 10u202famu201311u202fpm. Hours may change on holidays — call ahead to confirm.
How is Diversey River Bowl rated?
Diversey River Bowl has an average rating of 4.3/5 from 1162 customer reviews on Google.
Does Diversey River Bowl have a website?
Yes. Diversey River Bowl's official website is https://www.drbowl.com/.
