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  • 4/5 Tatiana x. 1 year ago on Google
    Food was good and it was lovely to get some sun, as they have tables on the side if the green.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rodney G. 2 years ago on Google
    Only had a beer here with my cousin when I was over staying with them. Nice spot for a quick beer and a chat. Talk about the beers on tap it wasn't easy to pick one, as they had a great line up to pick from. Thank you to the staff for the help in picking a beer. Just wish it was my local bar as I think I would have a great time here.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andres R. 2 years ago on Google
    We loved Gaby Moreno's concert there. Good pizza and great beer, lovely place.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Statler W. 11 months ago on Google
    Petersham Bowling Club is everything that it needs to be! This classic bowlo embraces the past and I love it. Their selection of beer is tops and the staff is super knowledgeable as well as being friendly. They may not have the flashiest pitches, but they cater to all. Everything needs a Petersham Bowlo in their life!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Gary Joseph F. 10 months ago on Google
    Nice venue, 80’s decor, great 24 tap selection. Only criticism is that the bartenders need a tutorial on pouring beers to the top.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Greg M. 11 months ago on Google
    What a great venue,especially for the lucky locals who live within walking distance. No pokies or other glitzy garbage - greenery and comfortable homely surroundings. Excellent selection of beers on tap.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emma V. 1 year ago on Google
    We held our wedding reception at the PBC in early December and it was absolutely perfect. The entire night ran smoothly thanks to the amazing staff. Hayley the events coordinator did an incredible job sorting out logistics, and the catering was outstanding (thanks Lizzie!) - all our guests raved about the food, especially those with dietary requirements. The PBC has been our local for many years, so having our wedding there was very special. Best venue, best staff! Cannot recommend them enough for any event or just an afternoon wine.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 lachlan h. 1 year ago on Google
    For a small club sitting among urban Petersham, this place offers a selection of rich musical nights. The bar is well stocked, staff are friendly and the food is good. The four guys singing American spirituals was something of an oddity. However, when you see a show why not drop down to the bowling and enjoy.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Paul C. 2 years ago on Google
    Love the bowlo especially on a Friday after work when all the parents have beers and the kods hare around on the green
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cat R. 1 year ago on Google
    What's not to love about Petersham Bowlo? It's all easy and standard bowlo vibes. Food. Drinks. Bowls. Bands. Mate, it is what it is. Please don't change. Perfect as is.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 ron w. 2 years ago on Google
    It's easy to overlook the dated interior because this welcoming family oriented club is so relaxing. Kiddies are welcome too. The staff are great and the dinning was popular with other patrons.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Emma G. 4 years ago on Google
    Had our wedding reception at the club in November and couldn't have had a better time! The food was spot on, Lulu was very easy to communicate with and super helpful. Everything from start to finish was AWESOME. Our guests are still commenting on how relaxed it was and such a cute venue!! I would absolutely recommend the club for any functions and even just a regular visit (we've had many). Great selection of craft beers! It is the old school charm that made us pick the place and I'm so glad we did!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Richard A. 1 year ago on Google
    Good beers, nice venue for small band performances

  • 4/5 Shane W. 1 year ago on Google
    Had a work event for lunch and bowls. Food was very tasty and well made. Great selection of craft beers on tap. Friendly service. Green was a little rough but serviceable. Decor is of a certain age and 'era which will not not be for everyone. Recommended.

  • 4/5 Matt B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great community space and excellent food and beer.

  • 5/5 Greg M. 2 years ago on Google
    5 stars for the original decore in amongst the inner west trendiverse. What a warm, friendly, family club. The locals were having a great time late Saturday afternoon. Was there for a birthday and thoroughly had a blast. Simple food but tasty and value for money.

  • 3/5 Anushka R. 1 year ago on Google
    Nice place for kids and a social get together, food is expensive but very average.

  • 2/5 Timeshare C. 1 year ago on Google
    Clearly the Petersham Bowlo is loved by the locals. The interior is original, which is a cool blast back to the 1950s - but it is incredibly run down. Broken furniture, dirty chairs and cobwebs on windows. The bar looks amazing though and the drinks are cheap with friendly bar staff. If you live inside a 5km radius you are forced to become a member which is a confusing process that requires you to join via a QR code and then annoyingly pay $3 annual membership dues via credit/debit card. Limited food menu. Service took a long time despite being only people ordering food at the time. $26 for a chicken parmy. Bone in piece of chicken was unusual. Pieces of pizza ham used for topping. Chips were perfect. Found a dead bug in the small salad garnish and my guest had a small black hair in their chips. Wanted to love this place more but there are better old fashioned bowlos in Inner West to patronage.

  • 2/5 Nicholas E. 10 months ago on Google
    Decided to have my birthday at Petersham Bowls Club. Location is great but there was a major issue with our booking. Booked 3 lanes with a $50 deposit on each one, booking was confirmed and had over 25 people coming. When we arrived, told there was only 2 lanes booked and nothing that could be done about it. Staff were friendly and couldn’t do too much about it and comped us for any guests not included in the $150 deposit. Whilst this was appreciated, it would have been great if the booking was properly reserved

  • 5/5 Simeon C. 1 year ago on Google
    Relaxed local family club, great selection of beers and a good smaller music venue. The food is good with a varied menu (heavy on burgers and low /slow). The bowling greens are turned over to the children who enjoy a free hand outside. Great on a beautiful day with a bunch of friends.


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