Oakwood Lanes Introduce
Welcome to **Oakwood Lanes**, a cornerstone of family entertainment conveniently located in Washington, NJ, serving the communities across New Jersey's Warren County and beyond. More than just a traditional **Bowling alley**, Oakwood Lanes has redefined itself as a modern, full-service family entertainment center, living up to its motto of "Life in the Fun Lane!" This facility boasts **26 clean, modern, and smoke-free lanes**, featuring electronic scoring and gutter bumpers that ensure an enjoyable experience for bowlers of all ages and skill levels.
The complex is uniquely enhanced by its integrated dining establishment, the **Sports Scene Restaurant and Bar**. Originating as a restaurant in 1990 before expanding to include bowling, the venue provides a delightful culinary experience that elevates the typical bowling alley fare. Customers rave about the **excellent food at the snack bar and pub**, which features fan-favorite items like Caribbean Jerk wings, flavorful burgers, and a diverse menu that includes options from prime rib to gluten-free pizza.
Oakwood Lanes offers a fantastic, **friendly, fun, and affordable** environment for everyone. Families particularly **love coming here with the kids**, especially taking advantage of popular promotions like the "kids can bowl free during the summers" program. This commitment to value, combined with the comprehensive amenities including a lounge and a **modern arcade**, makes it a versatile destination for casual visits, competitive league play, and hosting memorable events. The staff and atmosphere consistently receive high marks, guaranteeing good vibes and an excellent environment for celebrations, whether it's a birthday party or a corporate event.
The facility is committed to inclusivity and quality, ensuring that everyone can participate in the fun. It is designed to be a comfortable place for seniors, youth, and families, solidifying its role as a key recreational asset in the New Jersey landscape. From the electronic scoring to the available gutter bumpers, every detail is considered to make bowling accessible and enjoyable for every guest.
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### Location and Accessibility
Oakwood Lanes is located at **234 NJ-31, Washington, NJ 07882, USA**, placing it strategically directly on Route 31. This central location in Washington ensures easy access for patrons driving from across New Jersey, situated just one mile north of the intersection of Route 31 and Route 57.
The venue is highly accessible, offering convenient parking and facilities for all visitors. It provides a dedicated **wheelchair accessible parking lot** directly on-site, and a **wheelchair accessible entrance** ensures that the entire facility, including the lanes and common areas, is open and welcoming to everyone.
The ease of access and ample parking make Oakwood Lanes an ideal venue for hosting large events, such as birthday parties and company functions, removing the logistical hurdles often associated with popular New Jersey entertainment centers. All core services, including bowling, dining, and the arcade, are offered as integrated **onsite services** for maximum convenience.
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### Services Offered
Oakwood Lanes provides a complete entertainment package that goes far beyond simple bowling, ensuring an enriched experience for all guests.
- **Open and League Bowling:** Features **26 modern lanes** for both open, casual bowling and structured competitive play through various **Leagues Bowling** programs for all skill levels.
- **Customized Bowling Options:** Offers **Glow Bowling** (often called Cosmic Bowling) for a disco-like experience, as well as **Bumper Bowling** with gutter bumpers that are free of charge, perfect for children and beginners.
- **Full-Service Dining:** Home to the **Sports Scene Restaurant and Bar**, offering an extensive menu that includes fan-favorites like Caribbean Jerk wings, gourmet burgers, sandwiches, Mexican dishes (e.g., Nachos Supreme), and even gluten-free pizza options.
- **Bar and Lounge:** Provides a lounge area and bar with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, including specialty cocktails and fountain drinks, noted by customers as being **nice and refreshing**.
- **Event Hosting:** Highly popular for events, noted as **good for kids birthday** parties, and also hosting **Company Parties** and **Fundraisers**, with dedicated staff to organize and assist.
- **Youth and Senior Programs:** Offers dedicated **Youth Programs** and **Bowling for Seniors** programs, ensuring the sport is accessible and engaging for every generation.
- **Modern Arcade:** Features a **modern arcade** with games for additional family entertainment.
- **Payment Flexibility:** Accepts **Credit cards, Debit cards, and NFC mobile payments** for quick and convenient transactions.
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### Features / Highlights
Oakwood Lanes’ success as a premier New Jersey entertainment spot is driven by its exceptional features and commitment to customer value.
- **Exceptional On-Site Dining:** The integrated **Sports Scene Restaurant** offers high-quality pub and comfort food—far exceeding standard snack bar expectations—with rave reviews for dishes like their Caribbean Jerk wings and burgers.
- **Affordable Family-Focus:** Known for being **affordable** and running popular promotions, such as the **kids can bowl free during the summers**, making it a fantastic value option for family entertainment.
- **Modern, Clean Facility:** A **26-lane, modern smoke-free and clean** bowling center featuring electronic scoring and modern amenities, ensuring a high standard of comfort and playability.
- **Comprehensive Accessibility:** Committed to inclusivity with a **wheelchair accessible entrance and parking lot**, ensuring that the fun is available to all New Jersey residents.
- **Diverse Entertainment:** The combination of bowling, the sports bar, and the **modern arcade** means there is entertainment for all ages and interests, solidifying its status as a Family Entertainment Center.
- **Year-Round Event Capability:** As the venue is indoors, it's a perfect choice for **Birthday Parties** and **Company Parties** regardless of the New Jersey weather.
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### Contact Information
For general inquiries, league sign-ups, or to reserve a lane or party date, please use the following contact information:
**Address:** 234 NJ-31, Washington, NJ 07882, USA
**Phone:** (908) 689-0310
**Mobile Phone:** +1 908-689-0310
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### What is Worth Choosing
For residents across New Jersey, Oakwood Lanes is the superior choice because it masterfully combines **high-quality bowling with a truly exceptional dining experience**. Unlike many bowling alleys where the food is an afterthought, the integration of the highly-rated **Sports Scene Restaurant** means you don't have to compromise on your meal to enjoy the game. The "excellent food at the snack bar and pub," from gourmet burgers to specialty wings, sets it apart.
Beyond the culinary offerings, the facility is highly focused on being **friendly, fun, and affordable** for the entire family, demonstrated by its youth programs and free bowling promotions for kids. The commitment to a **clean, modern, 26-lane smoke-free environment** and full accessibility ensures a comfortable, convenient, and high-value experience for every visit, making Oakwood Lanes the definitive choice for family fun and event hosting in the region.
Oakwood Lanes Details
Service options
- Onsite services
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Offerings
- Food
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids birthday
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Oakwood Lanes Reviews
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★ 5★ 4★ 3★ 2★ 1We love coming here with the kids, especially when the kids can bowl free during the summers. The fountain drinks are nice and refreshing, and we've attended some birthday parties here as well. Great environment!
August 28 · Uraina FenlonFriendly, fun and affordable. Bonus for the excellent food at the snack bar and pub
September 02 · Colene BelliI personally feel that ownership needs to change how they run this place on the weekends. Saturdays, all day long it's glow bowling and kid's parties. Glow bowling should be reserved for after 8-9PM like many bowling alleys do. Kids are running amok inside when they should be staying in their area. The music needs to be toned down. Little kids don't care about that kind of atmosphere. Sunday afternoons should be a time for open bowling mainly for adults who want to bowl for fun and for league bowlers who may want to practice without the noise of children and loud music. If you're going to allow birthday parties on Sundays, then they should be held early and done by no later than 1-2PM. The seating needs to be updated. The carpeting must be 30+ years old or more at this point. The ceiling has leaked when there's heavy rain. They need a full service pro shop so bowlers don't have to go out of town to get all their equipment. Turn the meeting room / party room into a full service pro shop. Stop allowing people to smoke out in front of the main doors. Nobody wants to walk through a cloud of smoke on their way in. And tell league bowlers to stop smoking pot outside the side door during league which wafts inside for everyone else to have to smell. Standards need to be raised.
September 15 · Erick RadlineThe staff was incredibly helpful as we had a large group of people.. I will be frequenting this establishment any and every time we decide to go bowling! Plus the food is good too🙏
August 31 · Paul RichardWe had a 30th Birthday party for a family member at Oakwood Lanes. Booking and planning the event was easy. Our family and friends all had a great time! The food and service were very good. Our hostess was so friendly and attentive to anything we needed throughout the event. I highly recommend Oakwood Lanes!
May 03 · Dawn C.
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