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Pickwick Bowl: A Burbank Bowling Landmark

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A nostalgic bowling destination in Burbank, offering classic fun and entertainment for all ages before its closure in 2023.

Once a beloved Burbank institution, Pickwick Bowl offered 24 lanes of bowling fun, a lively bar, and banquet facilities. Generations of locals enjoyed its retro atmosphere before it closed in August 2023 to make way for townhomes.

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Local tips

  • Explore nearby attractions like the LA Kings Ice Burbank (Pickwick), which remains open.
  • Check out other local Burbank spots, such as the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood.
  • Consider visiting Travel Town Gift Shop.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    Pickwick Bowl was located on W Riverside Drive. While the Bowl is no longer there, if you are in the vicinity, you can walk along Riverside Drive to explore nearby businesses and parks.

  • Public Transport

    While Pickwick Bowl is no longer accessible, public transportation options are available in the area. BurbankBus offers two local routes with a fare of $1. Check the BurbankBus website or app for live maps, arrival times, and route schedules.

  • Taxi/Ride-Share

    Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft are readily available in Burbank. Use a ride-share app to get to the general vicinity of 921 W Riverside Drive. Taxi services such as United Taxi Burbank are also available. Expect to pay a base fare plus a per-mile charge.

Discover more about Pickwick Bowl

Pickwick Bowl, located at 921 W Riverside Dr in Burbank, California, was a cherished entertainment destination for over six decades. Opening in 1961, the 24-lane bowling alley was part of the larger Pickwick Recreation Center, which, at various times, included an ice rink, swimming pool, mobile home park, drive-in movie theater, and banquet facilities. Owned and operated by the same family since 1961, Pickwick Bowl became a community hub for leagues, birthday parties, and casual gatherings. Its retro ambiance and friendly atmosphere fostered lasting memories for Burbankers and Angelenos alike. The facility also featured arcade games, billiards, a full-service bar, and a snack bar, ensuring there was something for everyone. Despite its popularity and significance to the community, Pickwick Bowl closed its doors on August 15, 2023, and was subsequently demolished to make way for a new townhome development. While the bowling alley is gone, the adjacent Pickwick Ice rink remains open.

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