ORLANDO, Fla. \u2013 Bowling is the hook at Kings Orlando, but the venue\u2019s 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\u2019re planning a birthday party, a corporate event or a casual evening with friends.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe have 22 bowling lanes, two arcades, four pool tables, bocce ball, shuffleboard, two full bars and a kitchen,\u201d 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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
Bowling remains the centerpiece, with traditional 10-frame play as well as interactive options designed for groups who want something different. Kings also offers private rooms for parties and gatherings. Bowling is typically booked per person with a minimum time commitment, and guests can extend play if they want to keep the competition going, Osteen said. <\/p>\n
Away from the lanes, the venue\u2019s lineup includes both paid and free add-ons. The arcade and billiards are separate experiences, Osteen said, while bocce ball and shuffleboard are free. Guests simply check in with the host to get set up.<\/p>\n
Kings also leans into promotions to make the outing more more affordable. Osteen said the venue offers weekday happy hour deals from 4 to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, with discounts that can include bowling, billiards, pizza and arcade play. Another promotion, an \u201ceight to late\u201d special running Sunday through Wednesday, is aimed at late-night bowlers who want more time on the lanes.<\/p>\n
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Then there\u2019s the food, a surprise for first-timers expecting standard bowling-alley fare. Osteen said Kings\u2019 kitchen makes much of its menu from scratch, helping set it apart.<\/p>\n
\u201cA lot of people are always surprised because they\u2019re like, \u2018Oh, the food is so much better than regular bowling alley food,\u2019\u201d Osteen said.<\/p>\n
Among his top picks are buffalo wontons, a barbecue bourbon burger and handmade pizzas, including a veggie option. The bar program matches the playful atmosphere, with handcrafted cocktails and mocktails. One popular choice is a fiery mango margarita for guests who like heat, Osteen said.<\/p>\n
For Osteen, the biggest differentiator is the service and the way the staff leans into celebrations.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe like to elevate the experience,\u201d he said. \u201cWe love when people come in to celebrate birthdays or anniversaries, and we just like to take their experience up a notch and celebrate with them.\u201d<\/p>\n
For visitors looking for a one-stop entertainment option in the International Drive area, Kings Orlando offers a simple promise. Bowl a few games, challenge friends in the arcade, grab a drink and stay for dinner.<\/p>\n