Burr Oak Bowl

Blue Island, IL

Tonight we bowl.

32 lanes of bowling fun, with the kind of fries you remember. Open late, kid-loud Saturdays and always family friendly. Reserve in thirty seconds — no app, no nonsense.

4.1 on Google · 805+ reviews

32Lanes
4.1Google Rating
805Reviews
7Days a Week

Under one roof

Everything under one roof

Bowling's just the start — arcade, bar, parties and more, all in one place.

A wide view of several polished bowling lanes with tan plastic chairs and overhead scoring monitors.

Bowling

League play

League play

Leagues for every ability

Birthday packages

Birthday packages

Birthday parties for kids of all ages!

Logo for Burr Oak Bowl in Blue Island, Illinois featuring a blue bowling ball.

Corporate events

A hamburger with lettuce, tomato, and onion served with crinkle-cut fries on a white plate.

Food service

Bar & lounge

Bar & lounge

Tournaments

Tournaments

Karaoke

Karaoke

Friday & Saturday at 9PM

Banquet Hall

Banquet Hall

Elevate your special occasions with elegance by choosing Burr Oak Bowl as your venue of choice.

This week

What's on

Pick a night. We've got a deal for almost any one — and almost any size of human.

People bowling at an indoor alley with automatic scoring monitors and a seating area in the foreground.

Taco Tuesday

$20 per person includes 2 games of bowling, shoe rental, and choice of any 3 tacos (Chicken, Beef, Steak, or Specialty). Additional games $3 per person.

Every Tuesday 6PM-9PM

Karaoke

Friday & Saturday Nights at 9PM

After hours

Bar & lounge

A large maroon and blue Burr Oak Bowl pylon sign in a parking lot under a clear blue sky.
Look for our sign on the way in for bowling, pro shop services, and dining at Bud's Sports Bar and Grill.
A frothy root beer float in a tall glass sits on a black bar mat inside a bowling alley lounge.
Enjoy a classic float or a refreshing beverage from our snack bar. Our lounge is the perfect spot to recharge between games.
The brick exterior of Bud's Sports Bar and Entertainment with a parking lot and clear blue sky.
Join us at Bud's Sports Bar and Grill for refreshments and entertainment. Our convenient Blue Island location offers ample parking and a classic atmosphere for every visit.
An outdoor parking lot with cars under a wide, cloudy sunset sky next to a brick building.
Enjoy easy access and plenty of parking for your next visit. We look forward to seeing you soon for a great night of bowling and entertainment.
Exterior of Burr Oak Bowl building and a large pylon sign listing the pro shop and bar and grill.
From our well-stocked pro shop to Bud's Sports Bar & Grill, Burr Oak Bowl offers much more than just great lanes.

From the grill

Fries, pizza, beer.

House kitchen, open until thirty minutes before close.

Sign up weekly

Leagues.

Every league is open-team — no need to bring a roster. We'll fit you with a squad on week one.

  • Monday 9:30 AM Jolly Seniors
  • Monday 1:30 PM 50+ Seniors
  • Monday 7:00 PM Las Vegas Mixed
  • Tuesday 9:30 AM Tuesday AM Doubles
  • Tuesday 7:00 PM Tuesday Nite Couple
  • Tuesday 7:00 PM Tuesday Nite Quads
  • Wednesday 10:00 AM All in The Family
  • Wednesday 3:30 PM Wednesday Afterwork
  • Wednesday 7:00 PM Wednesday Nite Mixers
  • Thursday 10:00 AM 55+ Seniors
  • Thursday 7:00 PM Chicago South Mixed
  • Friday 9:15 AM Craig Sandifer
  • Friday 7:00 PM Windy City Mixed
  • Saturday 9:45 AM Distinctive Juniors
  • Saturday 11:00 AM Burr Oak Bowl Youth
  • Saturday 2:00 PM Union Elite
  • Sunday 10:00 AM Original Harry Bentley
  • Sunday 5:00 PM Sunday Afternoon

Fair & simple

Pricing

Easy ways to pay. No service charges, no surprise lane fees, no app to download.

Monday – Friday 9AM – 5PM$3.25 per game
Monday – Thursday 5PM – Close$6.00 per game
Friday Night 5PM – Close$7.00 per game
Saturday 9AM – 2PM$3.25 per game
Saturday 2PM – 6PM$5.50 per game
Saturday 6PM – Close$8.00 per game
Sunday All Day$5.50 per game
Shoe Rental$5.00
Socks$4.00

The word on the lanes

What folks say.

Real regulars, real league nights, real birthday chaos. Here's how it goes over.

4.1 Google
Herman W. ★★★★★
Good prices and classic atmosphere. Good food and classic frozen drinks that last a long time. Very helpful staff, clean all around

Herman W. Google, Aug '26

Marissa B. ★★★★★
I went to represent my sons playing on two teams against each other. It was hilarious but I had friends there. I even took my mom. We had a great time. Everyone there was having a fun time while teams rolled to be their best!!!!

Marissa B. Google, Nov '25

Maria N. ★★★★★
I've passed by this place to many times and finally tried it out. The music is banging and the food looks delish. The place looks old skool . From the outside you would think it's small but it's spacious. I recommend to go play a game.

Maria N. Google, Nov '25

Aquantonice B. ★★★★★
Had a cosmic bowl party on Saturday night for my 10 year old cousin and it was amazing. They had a blast. Including the adults. Jay and Carmella were amazing and a huge help. We will definitely do another party here.

Aquantonice B. Yelp, Mar '15

Enas S. ★★★★
We had so much fun at the game.

Enas S. Google, Jun '26

Shaquilla B. ★★★★
Staff was friendly, prices are good and not exploitative like a lot of other lanes in Chicagoland, fast on the food service, they have plenty lanes available. We went on a Saturday evening around 6pm and were able to get right in. There’s no one rushing you or timing you. You can actually take your time and enjoy your...

Shaquilla B. Google, May '26

The scene

The gallery.

Cosmic nights, strike faces, redemption hauls and date-night fries. Tap any shot to blow it up.

Find us

Come see us.

Behind the diner with the yellow sign. Free parking, free wifi, never a cover.

Address

3030 West 127th Street
Blue Island, IL 60406

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Hours

  • Mon9 AM – 12 AM
  • Tue9 AM – 12 AM
  • Wed9 AM – 12 AM
  • Thu9 AM – 12 AM
  • Fri9 AM – 2 AM
  • Sat9 AM – 2 AM
  • Sun9 AM – 12 AM

Contact

Lane phone (708) 389-2800