We had come here a handful of times since moving in down the street. I signed up for the eclub they have online and got a coupon for a special price on bowling but it was only for specific times and only during Mon - Fri. So we came in on a Friday, the last day of the coupon, and only had an hour left to bowl. For us that was perfect. Well when I gave the coupon to the girl at the desk she told me they couldn't do that tonight because they were using 8 lanes for leaguers. Ummm, ok, what about your other 20-some lanes available? We were really upset that they wouldn't honor their own coupon due to a couple leagues coming in! Your leagues are not the only place you receive revenue. Your non league bowlers should be given the same courtesy and respect. Obviously here we're not. She was extremely rude and the manager was standing right there and didn't say anything so obviously he didn't care. So I emailed AMF, which I'm pretty sure it didn't go to any corporate office, it was directed back to the people who run this location. The response I got was this, "So what do you want?" Seriously!!?!!! Never mind then! I never wrote back and we''ll never be going back. Brunswick will be getting our dollars from now on.
Review Source:I love McRay Lanes! We've been bowling here at least once a week for almost 2 years now and I have never had a bad experience. Chris, the GM is always happy to see us and welcomes us with a smile! Managers Jenni and Sue are super helpful and have gotten to know us very well. Helen and Carla behind the bar and snack shop are hands-down the best! Carla always remembers what I want to drink and Helen is so friendly, I just love seeing her every time we go! The lanes are oiled regularly and I've never had a problem with the equipment. I look forward to bowling here for many years to come! :)
Review Source:Not really the best bowling experience I've ever had.
 The General manager did not look like he wanted to be there. He seemed annoyed when I was paying admission. He seemed even more annoyed (as was I) when my fiance' decided she needed socks as well and he already had run my card.
In fact, no one seemed to want to be there that evening. I don't expect everyone to LOVE their job insanely at all times, but when I drop almost $100 dollars on two people (admission, socks, food, and beer) Â in a place, I'd like to see a smile or two.
Went for an evening extreme skate. The light show was awesome and set the mood. The music selection was decent but the speakers were awful. I think they only had half of them working because I only ever heard half a song.
Wasn't a terrible experience. It's a fun and clean place with affordable prices. However, if I decide to spend that much again, I may find a place where they seem happy to take my money, and I can hear an entire song.
There is much to like here. Â The lanes are well cared for, the staff is always quick to help and the environment is enjoyable for having a good time. Â I've bowling in a league here for almost two years and everyone here does a great job helping out.
Food is good, music is good and the prices are right. Â What's not to love?
My normal lanes are the Tempe Village lanes (US60 and Rural). However, this one is closer to my house and I go when I just want to work on my game.
I like these lanes, for some reason better than the TV lanes. Maybe it is fresher oil? Not sure but I have my two highest games scored here.
No comments on the food, but seems like the normal food.
I also like the bowling pro shop here.
Great place to go bowling with a group of friends. The bill can add up quickly though it seems even with "all you can bowl nights" at about $17 not including a few drinks. I do like (and maybe I don't go bowling enough) that they allow you to suggest songs, old school or not, and tend to at least play them. If it's something you do once a month or as a family it's definitely a good time and in terms of safety,etc there is a mix of young and old and the teens present didn't seem obnoxious our rowdy. I also like the fact that you can choose your own balls and not be limited to one that the guy behind the counter hands you (as they do at the Thomas/Scottsdale Rd. location).
Definitely a place I'd go to despite the distance from my house and always a good combo after eating In'n Out nearby with my friends.
I hadn't been bowling in at least 15 years. Looking for something fun to do with the fam, I decided to bring my husband and kids to McRay Plaza Lanes. We had a blast! The employees were super nice, the place was clean, the snack bar was good and the prices were reasonable. They even had great music playing. We loved it so much we went back 4 days later. I highly recommend this place.
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