The Play Date:

So yesterday we stopped by this place called ‘Play.’ It was a restaurant/lounge that had a bar, pool, bowling, air hockey, board games, music, laser lights and cool décor. There was no cover charge, we found easy street parking and the food there was reasonably priced. I knew my husband would like it.
We ordered a chicken pizza, a burger and fries, a soda, a cranberry juice and we split a brownie sundae for dessert. We wanted to split the chocolate fondue for two but there were all out. The total bill for two came to $50 which was not bad. The food was good (not great) but you could spend $9 on the pizza I got (and split it because it was large) and then split an appetizer without spending a lot.

If you give an ID at the front desk you can also take out board games for free and you can choose from a large list, including chess, checkers, monopoly, twister, operation, connect four and many more. So you can have an inexpensive dinner date with a large choice of alcoholic drinks, music and free games. If you want to do more on your date you can pay extra to bowl there, play pool or even ping pong together! It is all there and seemed very convenient with a nice modern and somewhat romantic vibe.

It is dark with cool décor, small tables with candles and music (that could be just a bit too loud to speak comfortably).

We were handed a postcard that said that once a month they have Ladies night with an all male review of go go dancers with an open bar from 9-10 PM for everyone. There is an open bar for ladies 10PM-12AM and then 2 for 1 drinks 12am to close. This seems like a good spot to take a girlfriend out who recently had a breakup or a good night for a bachelorette party.

They also have a bi-weekly comedy night with no cover charge there.

They used to have a Karaoke room too but it was not popular so they closed it. We are hoping they will bring it back.

We had a good time and think that it is worth checking out as a casual, fun date spot. If you go, let me know what you think.

I am posting my slideshow below but you can check out their website to see their more professional photo gallery.

My Best in Love,
Paulette
www.mydatingschool.com

 
Author of ‘Dating from the Inside Out: How to Use the Law of Attraction in Matters of the Heart’ published by Atria Books.

CONTACT INFO:
Play
77-17 Queens Blvd
Elmhurst, NY 11373
718-476-2828
www.play-ny.com

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