Jim Simone

Across Queens, a single bowling alley keeps the sport’s pulse alive on weeknights and weekends alike. Jim Simone turns six-lane hardwood into a reliable spot for strikes and spares, its evening glow cutting through the quiet of Parsons Boulevard. Food and bowling anchor the short list of on-hand offerings—simple staples that arrive alongside the shuffle of pins and clicks of buttons.

At 67-16 Parsons Blvd, Flushing, NY 11365, the lanes sit a block north of the 7 train’s last stop, close enough to hear the rumble of elevated tracks in the distance. Well-worn shoes sit by the door; balls sit on the racks, ready for the next player to step up and roll. Up front, a counter holds score cards and a handwritten menu tucked behind the register.

One number keeps the center connected: 718-358-9500. Calls are quick—reservations aren’t pushed, but a quick dial confirms lane availability before you leave the station. Changing shoes and ordering fries can all happen in the same breath.

Save the map for the ride home; the address pins cleanly on any phone. Directions drop you right at the curb, your shoes and your ball already in mind.