What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of bowling alley food? It’s likely paper trays of overly greasy fried foods that taste delicious but don’t make you feel very good afterward! Bowling alley food definitely has a bad rap, but there’s one small-town bowling alley in Idaho that is bound to change your perception of it. Homedale’s The Bowling Alley has been around for decades and it’s a beloved destination among locals when it comes to bowling with family and friends. However, this place is also a full-blown restaurant, complete with delicious homestyle food that your taste buds will absolutely love.
Hiding out in the small town of Homedale, The Bowling Alley embodies everything we love about an old-fashioned bowling destination. The modest establishment is far from flashy, but that's just what we love about it.
Originally opened in 1958, The Bowling Alley changed its name from Owyhee Lanes & Restaurant a few years ago. Boasting vintage digs that look straight out of the 1960s, visiting this long-standing establishment almost feels like entering a time warp.
Obviously, The Bowling Alley is a great place to bowl a few games in an old-fashioned setting. They also host bowling leagues, birthday parties, and banquets. However, would you believe that some people come to The Bowling Alley just for the food?
It's true! The restaurant portion of the bowling alley stands on its own as one of the town's finest dining spots. Yes, they offer all of the typical bowling alley dishes you'd expect, such as burgers and chicken strips, but you'll find that's not ALL they offer.
The restaurant's dinner specials are really where it's at. Visit after 5:00 p.m. and you can order from a variety of mouthwatering and hearty dishes like Chicken Fried Steak, Fettuccini Alfredo, Coconut Shrimp, and even Prime Rib! Best of all, the quality of the food will blow you away. This is solid homestyle cooking at its finest.
Whatever you order, be sure that you save room for dessert. Made in-house, The Bowling Alley is especially well-known for its homemade lemon meringue pie. However, you'll find that there is a wide offering of pie flavors and other delicious baked goods.
It's not very often you come across a bowling alley that people visit specifically for the food, but that's just what you'll get when you visit this culinary gem in Homedale. Don't judge this restaurant by its cover and be sure to stop by for a hot and wholesome meal soon.
Have you dined at this awesome small-town bowling alley in our state? What’s your favorite place to bowl and grab a bite to eat? Share with us below! For more charming places to grab a bite, check out our list of The 10 Best Retro Arcades And Restaurants In Idaho.
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