The Ballroom Bowl - John St

Name: The Ballroom Bowl - John St
Address: 145 John St, Toronto, ON, Canada, M5V 2E4
Telephone: (647) 366-7890
Price range: CAN$31 to CAN$50
Rating: 4.6

4.6 (112)

CAN$31 to CAN$50

Comfort Food

145 John St, Toronto, ON M5V 2E4

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2 people

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Lively
Good for special occasions

The Ballroom Bowl is Toronto's original entertainment featuring 50+ televisions, 4 bars, 9 ten pin bowling lanes, pool tables, ping pong and games spread out over 23,000 square feet covering 2 floors.
We are the place to watch the game, soak up the sun on one of our 2 patios or enjoy an original craft cocktail with friends or your entire work team.
There are daily specials every day of the week.
You can find us at the corner of John and Richmond, a few blocks north of the Roger's Centre.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
CAN$31 to CAN$50
Cuisines
Comfort Food, Sports Bar, Canadian
Hours of operation
Mon–Wed, Sun 12:00 pm–11:00 pm Thu 12:00 pm–12:00 am Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 am
Phone number
(647) 366-7890
Website
http://www.theballroombowl.ca/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
145 John St, Toronto, ON M5V 2E4
Neighborhood
Financial District
Cross street
Richmond
Parking details
Public Parking beside building
Public transit
5 minute walk from Osgoode subway station
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

12-4PM Weekend Bowling
Multiple dates available
Our bowling lanes accommodate groups of up to 8 people per lane. The price includes lane and shoe rental for one hour. While you bowl, you can enjoy our full menu and receive full-service dining right at your lane. Please note that reservations are LIMITED TO ONE HOUR. Children under 5 bowl for free. Kids aged 5-12 receive a 50% discount. Guests 13 and older can bowl for $32.50 (Sat) per person $27.50 (Sun) per person for one hour, plus HST.
Dining Reservation ONLY (No Bowling)
Multiple dates available
Indulge in our exceptional dining experience featuring our unique menu offering an array of delicious food options, complemented by our incredible cocktail and wine selection. Please note that this reservation does not include bowling; instead, you'll be seated in our inviting tables to savour your experience to the fullest. LARGE RESERVATIONS Table reservations can be made for groups up to 8 guests. If your group is more than 8, please contact the Ballroom team by phone directly. Accommodations for larger groups will be based on availability.
Weekday Bowling - 1 Hour
CA$27.50 per person
Multiple dates available
Our bowling lanes accommodate groups of up to 8 people per lane. The price includes lane rental for one hour. While you bowl, you can enjoy our full menu and receive full-service dining right at your lane. Please note that reservations are LIMITED TO 1 HOUR. Children under 5 bowl for free. Kids aged 5-12 receive a 50% discount. Guests aged 13 and older can bowl for $27.50 (Sun-Thurs) per person per hour, plus HST.

Korean CauliflowerCA$16.00
Lightly fried, tossed in Gochujang sauce, sesame seeds, scallions
Whipped FetaCA$16.00
Nuts and seeds, fresh cucumber, chili crisp, fried pita
Avocado HummusCA$17.00
Avocado, tahini, fresh herbs, Tokyo bagel spice, fried pita bread, fresh vegetables
Calamari & Pickled JalapenoCA$19.00
Buttermilk marinated calamari steaks, dusted and fried, lemon aioli, fresh parsley
Karaage ChickenCA$18.00
Japanese-style fried chicken bites, fresh cilantro, spicy chili crisp mayo
Beef TacosCA$17.00
Spiced chuck, pico de gallo, marinated cabbage, crema, feta, jalapeno, toasted corn tortilla
Crispy MushroomsCA$10.00
Buttons mushrooms, lightly fried, soy-milk mayo, Tokyo bagel spice
Nachos SupremeCA$25.00
Mixed cheese, jalapenos, pickled red onions, pico de gallo, cilantro, mango chipotle dust, served with sour cream and salsa.
- GuacCA$3.00
- Taco chickenCA$6.00

Salads

Tex-Mex Power BowlCA$20.00
Steamed brown rice, pico de gallo, corn, pickled red onion, spring mix, smashed avocado, marinated slaw, jalapeno, black beans, feta cheese, crushed corn tortillas, pumpkin seed vinaigrette
Power BowlCA$20.00
Steamed brown rice, sweet potato, soya grilled broccolini, avocado, jammy egg, ginger miso dressing
Market SaladCA$13.00
Spring mix, marinated grape tomatoes, baby cucumber, watermelon radish, red cabbage, Gem lettuce, pumpkin seed vinaigrette
CaesarCA$17.00
Gem lettuce, double-smoked bacon, jammy soft boiled egg, garlic bread crumbs
- Crispy TofuCA$6.00
- Grilled ChickenCA$6.00
- Miso Glazed Roasted SalmonCA$12.00

Flatbreads

MargheritaCA$17.00
Red sauce, mozzarella, bufala mozzarella, basil oil
PepperoniCA$17.00
Red sauce, mozzarella, dry cured cup and char pepperoni
Buffalo ChickenCA$18.00
Chopped garlic, mozzarella, fried chicken, Buffalo sauce, blue cheese ranch, scallions
Bee StingCA$18.00
Red sauce, mozzarella, dry aged cup and char pepperoni, jalapeno, honey drizzle
Mediterranean VeggieCA$18.00
Mozzarella, olives, marinated tomatoes, roasted peppers, whipped feta, chopped garlic, pistachios
- Chilli Crisp MayoCA$3.00
- CaesarCA$3.00
- MarinaraCA$3.00

Handhelds

The BurgerCA$20.00
Chuck, smashed, double stacked, American cheese, crisp pickles, lettuce, Ten Pin sauce
- FriesCA$0.00
- Market SaladCA$0.00
- Impossible™ pattyCA$0.00
- Double smoked baconCA$2.00
Korean Fried Chicken SandwichCA$21.00
Battered fried chicken, Gochujang sauce, pickled onions, scallions, spicy mayo, sesame seeds, Texas toast
Chicken Club SandwichCA$23.00
Grilled chicken, avocado, smoked bacon, beefsteak tomato, lettuce, lemon and honey aioli, Texas toast

Mains

Fish & ChipsCA$19.00
Haddock filet, cabbage slaw, pickled onion tartar sauce
Atlantic SalmonCA$29.00
Pan roasted salmon, black bean and corn fried rice, pico de gallo, charred broccolini, grilled lime, cilantro
Mac-n-CheeseCA$22.00
Cavatappi pasta, Quebec cheese curds, smoked cheddar, garlic breadcrumbs, chives
Steak FritesCA$30.00
AAA striploin, Montreal steak spice butter, roasted garlic aioli

Wings

Wings
12hr brine and fried to order
- 1LBCA$19.00
- 2LBCA$35.00
- Traditional BuffaloCA$0.00
- Miso Honey GarlicCA$0.00
- Smokey BBQCA$0.00
- Lemon PepperCA$0.00
- Jerk SpiceCA$0.00
- Mango ChipotleCA$0.00

Loaded Wings

Loaded Wings
- 1LBCA$24.00
- Tajin, cilantro, feta, corn, crema, jalapeno, honey, grilled limeCA$0.00
- Jerk spice, jalapeno guava glaze, watermelon, scallions, marinated cabbageCA$0.00

Cocktails

Guava Coconut MargaritaCA$19.00
1.5oz Alfos Plata Tequila, Triple Sec, coconut guava syrup, lime juice
Lil’ DaiquiriCA$17.00
1.5oz Bumbu Rum, lemon juice, vanilla syrup, pineapple juice, Angostura bitters
Split DecisionCA$19.00
2.25oz Wiser’s 10 Y Canadian Whisky, Amaretto, Aperol, lemon juice, Angostura bitters
Passion Fruit MargaritaCA$19.00
2oz Alfos Plata Tequila, lime juice, Triple Sec, orange juice, passion fruit purée
Spare the DetailsCA$17.00
3.25oz Ketel One Vodka, lemon juice, lavender syrup, Prosecco
Lychee MartiniCA$17.00
2oz Havana Club 3yr, peach schnapps, lemon juice, lychee syrup
Strawberry Hibiscus CoolerCA$19.00
2oz Beefeater Gin, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, strawberry hibiscus syrup, club soda
Pistachio Espresso MartiniCA$17.00
2oz Absolut Vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, pistachio syrup

Mocktails & More

Mango Sencha Iced TeaCA$9.00
Lemon juice, mango sencha tea, orange cordial
Coco MuleCA$9.00
Lime juice, coconut syrup, ginger beer
No-Spresso MartiniCA$9.00
Espresso, pistachio and vanilla syrup
Spicy Passion Fruit No-GaritaCA$9.00
Lime juice, guava passion fruit syrup, jalapeno, Tajin
Corona CeroCA$7.50
Gruvi IPACA$7.50

Beer

Premium Draught BeerCA$7.50
14oz Brickworks 1904, Alexander Keith’s IPA, Michelob Ultra, Goose Island IPA, Mill St. Organic Lager, Budweiser, Bud Light, Rolling Rock, Steam Whistle Pilsner
Imported Draught BeerCA$10.00
18oz Corona, Stella Artois, Hoegaarden, Guinness, Stiegl
Bottles and CansCA$7.50
Corona, Modelo, Cottage Springs Vodka Soda: Ontario Peach, Raspberry Lemonade

Wine

Peller Family Reserve, Pinot Grigio, Canada
- 5ozCA$7.00
- 9ozCA$11.00
- BTLCA$30.00
Santa Margherita, Pinot Grigio, Italy
- 5ozCA$11.00
- 9ozCA$19.00
- BTLCA$50.00
Peller Family Reserve, Sauvignon Blanc, Canada
- 5ozCA$7.00
- 9ozCA$11.00
- BTLCA$30.00
Kim Crawford, Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand
- 5ozCA$11.00
- 9ozCA$19.00
- BTLCA$50.00
Peller Family Reserve, Chardonnay, Canada
- 5ozCA$7.00
- 9ozCA$11.00
- BTLCA$30.00
Peller Family Reserve, Cabernet Merlot, Canada
- 5ozCA$7.00
- 9ozCA$11.00
- BTLCA$30.00
Campo Viejo, Rioja Reserva, Spain
- 5ozCA$10.00
- 9ozCA$17.00
- BTLCA$45.00
Greasy Fingers, Cabernet Sauvignon, Australia
- 5ozCA$10.00
- 9ozCA$17.00
- BTLCA$45.00
Ruffino, Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale, Italy
- 5ozCA$12.00
- 9ozCA$21.00
- BTLCA$55.00
Trius, Rosé, VQA, Canada
- 5ozCA$8.00
- 9ozCA$13.00
- BTLCA$35.00
Whispering Angel, Rosé, France
- 5ozCA$13.00
- 9ozCA$23.00
- BTLCA$60.00
Mionetto Prestige, Prosecco, Italy
- 5ozCA$9.00
- 9oz
- BTLCA$40.00
Veuve Clicquot Brut, Champagne, FranceCA$170.00

Dessert

Cheese Cake ParfaitCA$5.00
No bake, mixed berry compote, salted honey seed crumble
Milk and CookiesCA$5.00
House made chocolate mousse stuffed Oreos, salted cornflakes, vanilla crème anglaise
The Ballroom SundaeCA$5.00
Vanilla ice cream, Nutella, chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, Kit Kat pieces, salted cornflakes, whipped cream

What 112 people are saying

The Ballroom Bowl - John St reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.0Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Old Toronto
Kid-friendly
Old Toronto
Good for groups

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Ballroom Bowl on John St. offers a vibrant and fun atmosphere, perfect for social gatherings. Guests rave about the "great music" and commend the "very kind staff." The food receives positive remarks for its value, especially on "half priced Sundays." Some challenges include service delays and occasional lane malfunctions.

174 Reviews

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Peter VIP
Toronto / Ontario6 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Good service and quite flexible on booking. Good work although it could have been better
The Ballroom Bowl - John StResponded on June 1, 2025
Thank you for the review and feedback Peter. If you would like to tell us more about what we could improve upon, please email dave@theballroombowl.ca.
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RITHU
Toronto / Ontario1 review
5.0
Dined on May 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We visited for the first time and we really enjoyed and had really great time!!
The Ballroom Bowl - John StResponded on May 26, 2025
Thank you Rithu, we are happy to hear your first experience with us was a good one. We hope to serve you again in the future.
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Wurood
Qatar1 review
3.0
Dined on May 21, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
overall it is a nice place, however our bowling lane pins kept malfunctioning
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BELAL VIP
Toronto / Ontario4 reviews
3.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
As Disappointing as the Ending to the Leafs Season We needed a spot to watch Game 7 and made a reservation for four online at The Ballroom. Unfortunately, the experience didn’t live up to expectations. We arrived early and went to check in. A man who seemed to be the manager asked what we were there for. When my sister mentioned the reservation, he looked visibly annoyed and simply told us to “go upstairs.” Once upstairs, we were sent right back down—clearly, no one knew what was going on. While waiting, we overheard staff admitting they had given away our reserved table for four. Instead, they led us to a cramped table for two. When I pointed out the obvious problem, they said they’d “try to find another.” To her credit, one staff member did return shortly after and was genuinely apologetic. We stayed, ordered food, and watched the game. The food was decent enough—standard pub fare like wings, calamari, pizza, and Korean cauliflower nachos. But for a venue that markets itself as a sports bar, the viewing setup was frustrating. Smaller TVs were blocked by people’s heads, and the larger screens were delayed by about 8 seconds, which made watching a live game feel disjointed and awkward. All in all, not worth reserving ahead. Between the reservation mix-up, the poor seating, and the subpar screen setup, the night ended up being about as disappointing as the leafs series itself.
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Lis
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fabulous time! The servers were very patient with our questions and accommodating to me bringing a birthday cake. Great all round.
The Ballroom Bowl - John StResponded on May 13, 2025
Thank you Lis for the 5 star review. We are happy to hear about your experience and thank you for choosing us as the place to celebrate a birthday!
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Erica S
Toronto / Ontario1 review
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
GREAT experience! GREAT customer service for individuals with developmental disabilities. VERY accommodating.
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Brittany
Calgary / Southern Alberta1 review
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had the BEST experience last night! We went to bowl and the entire staff was so welcoming and friendly! Q, the manager is exceptional! Cannot recommend this place enough. Thank you for such a fun night, we will be back!
The Ballroom Bowl - John StResponded on April 13, 2025
Thank you Brittany for the 5 star review. Great to hear about the staff and Q! We look forward to serving you again in the future.
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Dan VIP
Toronto / Ontario1 review
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great time and the service was great. The staff were all friendly and attentive. We actually extended our time we had such a good time. The wings were also excellent.
The Ballroom Bowl - John StResponded on April 8, 2025
Thank you Dan for the review, we appreciate both your feedback and your business. We look forward to serving you again in the future.
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Celina
Toronto / Ontario4 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
The staff are very unfriendly and extremely rude. It's a great space for a quick bowling experience but the lack of service put a damper on the evening.
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Suh Young
Toronto / Ontario1 review
2.0
Dined on March 16, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The staff were friendly but we had to wait around ~20 mins. for our alley, and our drinks took a long time to arrive.
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FAQs

The Ballroom Bowl - John St offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (647) 366-7890.

The Ballroom Bowl - John St is rated 4.6 stars by 112 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.