Boston Bowl

Boston Bowl on Morrissey Boulevard lets you choose between tenpin bowling and New England candlepin, with its smaller balls and narrow pins. Bring the kids for a game, or book the separate Xperience lanes and lounge for an adults-only outing. That area is for guests 21 and over and has its own bar.

Beyond bowling, the Dorchester center offers billiards, arcade games, batting cages, virtual reality and augmented-reality darts. Food and drinks are available, and the venue takes bookings for birthday parties and group events. Reserve lanes ahead for busy periods; shoe rental and activity charges are worth checking when planning the outing.