300 Bowling and Entertainment Centers

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[edit] 300 Bowling and Entertainment Centers

300^[1] is a bowling and entertainment concept that offers a variety of activities, with a focus on bowling, a full-service bar and a casual dining menu – served in one of 300’s lounges or delivered lane side by wait staff. Currently, there are six 300 locations throughout the United States based in Atlanta, Austin, Dallas, Long Island, Manhattan and San Jose. Additional centers will open in 2008, including a location in the Anaheim Garden Walk^[2].

The 300 brand is a division of AMF Bowling Centers, Inc. – the world's largest owner and operator of bowling centers with more than 335 locations in the United States. AMF has been a leader in the industry since the company introduced the automated pinspotter in 1946.

300 differs^[3] from traditional bowling centers in that guests are checked in at a greeter stand where they are assigned a lane and taken to the equipment room for shoes and a ball fitting the player. The group then is escorted to their lane, which is outfitted with an electronic scoring system and updated seating. As the group begins to bowl, 300’s wait staff is on hand to take food and drink orders. Items from the 300 Grill are prepared under the direction of an executive chef and range from salad options to specialty sandwiches. Lane captains are also available to assist with any special requests and equipment related questions.

The 300 centers also are equipped to handle large and small groups. Several offer private or semi-private meeting space and private bowling rooms. They also have on site event planners to assist with the planning process and provide dining recommendations from the 300 catering menu.