Highland Park Bowl

8.5 / 10

opens at 17:00 today

Bowling alley Restaurant

"Stunning Masterwork of Preservation" - LA Eater Bowling prices, family hours, cocktails and food can be found in our "menu" section. With a continued reverence for restoring Los Angeles history, 1933 Group revitalized Highland Park Bowl and reintroduces it as the oldest operating bowling alley in Los Angeles. Established in 1927 Highland Park Bowl originated during the midst of prohibition, and the building housed numerous doctors’ offices on the second floor, a pharmacy, music store, and recreation space. Read more At this time, patrons obtained legal doctor’s notes for medicinal whiskey upstairs then headed downstairs to fill the prescription at the pharmacy, which allowed permissible boozing and bowling. In 1933, the music store acquired a live music permit and fulfilled yet another spirited layer of culture into the destination. Mural During 1933 Group’s restoration, they uncovered a massive mural, which exists as the backdrop to the lanes. In the 1930s, Highland Park was at the helm of The Arts & Crafts Movement, a cultural effort connecting architecture and construction with the surrounding physical landscape. The Anderson Brothers were commissioned during that time to paint this mural depicting the community’s surrounding scenery. Mr. T’S In 1966, Joseph “Mr. T” Teresa, an Italian immigrant, purchased the building and renamed it Mr. T’s Bowl. With a complete overhaul, he concealed the original design with dropped ceilings, wall coverings and layers of paint. Throughout the decades the bowling component diminished and it evolved into a beloved music venue hosting local artists of various genres. Highland Park Bowl, 2016 After peeling away years of layers, 1933 Group exposed the original façade and interior, and refurbished the lanes and discovered a treasure trove of items, which were refurbished, repurposed, and now displayed, including: • Original bow truss architecture and skylights • Original pin machines, which were obsolete then transformed into grand chandeliers and bar shelves. Vintage ones were sourced to replace the old machines and are being used • Decades of pins, some of which were refashioned into bar lamps • League placards, and banners that are now displayed throughout • Brunswick benches repurposed into booth seating • Original candy, popcorn, nuts and cigarette machines Mr. T’s Room Aptly named, this room is located in the space where the original music store resided. It will host live shows and other cultural e Update description

Address:

5621 N Figueroa St
Los Angeles

Telephone:

(323) 257-2695

Web site:

highlandparkbowl.com ⇒

Opening hours:

Monday: 17:00-02:00

Tuesday: 17:00-02:00

Wednesday: 17:00-02:00

Thursday: 17:00-02:00

Friday: 17:00-02:00

Saturday: 14:00-02:00

Sunday: 14:00-02:00

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Reviews Updates (5)

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Nicole G. 2016-06-06

The drinks and bowling environment were great. However, the staff was smug and condescending. One of the staff put his finger in my face to "shush" me...

Tina G M. 2016-04-30

This place is stunning and exactly what we needed! Thank-you 1933 Group you scored a perfect game! #highlandparkbowl

Jesse H. 2018-08-02

The interior design very dystopian

Joey R. 2018-06-29

Shit was dope.

Louis du M. 2018-06-04

The Place had a cool vibe, but our bartender was a rude, arrogant asshole. He treated my lady friends like shir.

Adina P. 2018-05-27

I was invited for a friends birthday party great atmosphere, music and food.

Solange M. 2018-05-25

Was actually on site on the occasion of a concert (the Italian band New Candys) taking place at Mr T's Room, at the entrance of this magnificent...

Craig L. S. 2018-05-22

Wife and I stopped in to check it out. Bartenders very pleasant made us two bloody Mary’s and Calamari Appetizer. We checked out the lanes and prices....

Steven G. 2018-05-14

Lots of fun. Friendly staff. Great atmosphere, music and people

Roberto G. 2018-05-09

Awesome bowling great service. Would definitely return and encourage everyone to come!!!

Adriana V. 2018-05-07

Love this Awesome bowling alley this building is the bomb !! DJ played great music drink's were very good and a great atmosphere all the way...

Kaylyn H. 2018-05-06

I went to a party set up by @Margie Adams It was a great time and she did an awesome job! She has amazing customer services well!

Jeff W. 2018-05-06

I went to a birthday party for my niece! Margie Adams was the best host! Very friendly, fast paced, alot of fun! Will definitely be recommending to...

Carmen J. 2018-05-06

We had my god baby’s birthday party here and the space was amazing! 10/10 would recommend to a friend!

Gitte Dam J. 2018-04-08

This is the coolest bowling place I’ve ever been to - tough luck Living in Denmark, so it will probably be a one time only

Heidi J. 2018-03-31

I used to work here when it was still called Mr. T's Bowl back in 2001... I guess all the regulars are dead or gone? Wow what a change..

Michael B. 2018-03-29

Took friends family and wife for wife’s birthday. Lots of fun! Nice staff!

Duncan H. 2018-03-29

This was an awesome experience

Charley Beckham Tichenor I. 2018-03-25

Great atmosphere and environment!

Emily H. 2018-03-11

Came here for a Sofi event. It was magical! Love the preserved look and great service and food!

Updates from Highland Park Bowl

Highland Park B. 2017-11-14
This Thursday, 11/16: It’s Night Scene Burlesk!!

Highland Park B. 2017-11-13
Sunday Night Sweetness

Highland Park B. 2017-11-10
Next Thursday, mark your calendars: Night Scene Burlesk with @missashleyhayward!! You don’t want to miss it!

Highland Park B. 2017-11-07
Get in the zone. Drinking zone.

Highland Park B. 2017-11-04
TONIGT!! 11/3 It’s time for an installment of CULT HERO! We’ll have performances by @twisty_cats, @theneonmusic, @thegreatsadnessband, & @nicoturner DJing, & @jessicadowntown handling he bar. We’ll get rolling at 9pm - IT’S FREE - 21+

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8.5 / 10

This value is based on the number of visitors, checkins, and likes on Facebook in the last few months.

Most activity in March:

Highland Park Bowl has a total of 30168 visitors (checkins) and 7829 likes.

20 reviews of Highland Park Bowl. Average grade 4.7 av 5.

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