During
Summer vacation, I have been asked by companies to visit their
establishments to share my experiences. Recently, the kids and I had a
day out this week at Pinstripes.
When
it comes to family time, sometimes the kids and I don't agree. Kids
want to have fun, play games and indulge. Since I am getting old (not
really, but my tastes have changed), I prefer my fun and indulgences
with a little more subtlety. The perfect balance is Pinstripes.
Pinstripes
is the place for bowling, bocce and bistro. While bowling is always a
family favorite, bocce can be a new experience for little ones. This
game of skill and placement can cause laughter amongst the kids.
If you are unfamiliar with bocce, it is a game of ball placement. The person closest to the pinolla (a small silver ball) gains a point. The first to seven points wins. But, remember, do not hit the back board because that action causes your ball to be out.
Our
games of bocce had a little bit of a learning curve. At first, balls
were thrown with force and many balls were out. With practice, the boys
were able to score several points (although I was the supreme winner).
Most importantly, it was a day of fun, laughter and family time that has
us enjoying our company.
The
kids meals are wonderful. For $8, kids get a starter, entree, desert
and drink. The boys loved the mini burger with fries. But, their
favorite was the dessert of root beer float.
Throughout
the week, Pinstripes offers a variety of Pintastic Features. Sense
special include bottomless salad and spaghetti and meatball on Sunday,
mom and tots weekday bowling specials, and half price appetizers on
select nights. For a full list of daily specials, please check the Pinstripes website.
Pinstripes has three locations in Illinois, including Oakbrook, Northbrook and South Barrington.
Next time the kids want to have a fun day of gaming, ditch the neon and lights, go for sophisticated fun at Pinstripes.
Disclosure: My family received free bocce and lunch at Pinstripes. All statements are my honey opinion and have not been influenced by any person or entity.
Disclosure: My family received free bocce and lunch at Pinstripes. All statements are my honey opinion and have not been influenced by any person or entity.
This sounds like a fun day out. My son would have so much fun here!
ReplyDeleteHow fun! We love playing Bocce at home. I didn't know there were actually places you could go and play.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fun time! I've never played bocce but have heard it can be fun. I like bowling.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fun place to go!
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