Waveland Bowl

Waveland Bowl is a 40-lane bowling alley on Western Avenue in North Center, and the business describes it as the largest bowling alley in Chicago. Every lane has automatic scoring, and programmable bumpers are available for kids under 10. Beyond the lanes there is a billiards room beside the bar, an arcade, a pro shop and a restaurant, so a group can split up and still stay in one building. The alley runs Cosmic bowling under black lights, adult and youth leagues, and kids’ and group parties.

What to know

• Address: 3700 N Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60618.
• Phone: (773) 472-5900.
• ID is required after 8 p.m., and guests must be 21 or older after 10 p.m.
• Party hosts bring their own plates, napkins, silverware and cutting utensils.
• The 49 Western bus runs past the alley.