ORLANDO, Fla. – Bowling is the hook at Kings Orlando, but the venue’s pitch is bigger than a few frames and a pair of rental shoes. With 22 lanes, two arcades, pool tables, bocce ball, shuffleboard, two full bars and a full kitchen, Kings aims to be an all-in-one night out, whether you’re planning a birthday party, a corporate event or a casual evening with friends.
“We have 22 bowling lanes, two arcades, four pool tables, bocce ball, shuffleboard, two full bars and a kitchen,” said Michael Osteen, a dining and entertainment manager at Kings Orlando. The idea, he said, is to give guests multiple ways to spend the night without having to leave the building.
The experience starts at the door. Osteen said guests are greeted by a host who helps tailor the visit by setting up a bowling lane, finding a table for food, pointing visitors toward the bar, or directing competitive groups to the arcade…