If you want the perfect, pressure-free first date idea, look no further than the bowling alley. All Star Lanes & Banquets has seen many sweethearts at their bowling alley and restaurant in LaCrosse, WI. Below, they explain why this is the ideal approach to kick off the first of many dates. 

Why Bowling Makes the Best First Date

1. You Get to Know Each Other

Sit-down dinner dates can create pressure for continuing a conversation while seeing a movie is less intimate. The activity of taking turns while bowling eliminates the possibility of awkward silences, while the friendly competition is a great way to get a sense of their personality. You’ll discover how laid-back or competitive your date is, as well as their sense of humor.

2. It Makes a Great Double Date

If you and a friend are both planning your first dates, bowling is excellent for groups. You can all start a game together, breaking the ice, until you find the right moment to spark up an intimate conversation with your special someone. Most bowling alleys have extras like billiards, video games, or karaoke, so you can always step away from the lanes for some one-on-one gaming or a fun karaoke duet.

3. There’s Fun, Plus Food & Drinks

If you aren’t looking for an expensive dinner date, bowling is ideal. You can grab a slice of pizza without the formality of dining in a restaurant or get a drink from the bar to calm your nerves while you bowl.

All Star Lanes & Banquets is the perfect host for a fun event or first date. They have something for everyone, even non-bowlers, with a full-service bar and grill, plasma TVs, billiards, and karaoke. For more information about this state-of-the-art bowling alley, visit their Twitter or call (608) 788-7827 to reserve a lane today.