Garden Bowl

4.3(1,483)· Google4.3 out of 5 from 1483 reviews (Google rating)Bowling Alley Midtown
Open now · closes 2:00 AM

Quick facts

Garden Bowl is a bowling alley at 4140 Woodward Ave in Detroit, MI, open daily from 11:00 AM. Call +1313-833-9700ext.205 for details.

Address
4140 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
Phone
+1313-833-9700ext.205
Hours today
11:00 AM – 2:00 AM

About Garden Bowl

Garden Bowl is a 16-lane bowling alley at 4140 Woodward Ave in Detroit, MI. Built in 1913, it pairs its long history with live DJs and glow-in-the-dark lanes. Those features put music and illuminated bowling alongside the basic lane setup. Its Google listing has a 4.3 rating from 1,483 reviews, providing a separate reference point for readers considering a visit.

Food is served on site, and the listed amenities identify Garden Bowl as suitable for children’s birthday parties. Accessibility features include a wheelchair-accessible entrance and wheelchair-accessible parking. Parking options include free and paid street parking, as well as a paid parking lot. Credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments are accepted. For planning purposes, the practical details are a mix of on-site food, several parking options, and accessible entry, while the DJs and glow-in-the-dark lanes distinguish the bowling setup.

Known for

  • 16 bowling lanes
  • Built in 1913
  • Live DJs
  • Glow-in-the-dark lanes
  • Children’s birthday parties

What to order

Mentioned in reviews

  • nachos

What reviewers say elsewhere

  • “Oldest bowling alley where nothing works properly lol”

    — Huy Phan, September 23, 2026 · google

  • “Great way to spend the night. Had lots of fun. Place was clean and so there’s much to do. Bar and food inside.”

    — TACO BURRITO, September 22, 2026 · google

  • “We had so much fun bowling at garden bowl! I reserved a lane online and when I needed to reschedule (twice!!) Leah was very responsive and kind. The black light bowling was very fun and the nachos were delicious!”

    — Dasia Martinez, September 13, 2026 · google

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Garden Bowl — frequently asked

Is Garden Bowl open on Mondays?
Yes — Garden Bowl is open Monday from 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM.
Where is Garden Bowl?
Garden Bowl is at 4140 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48201.
What is the phone number for Garden Bowl?
You can reach Garden Bowl on +1313-833-9700ext.205.

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