Date: January 8, 2025
Location: 1501 S Gold Street, Centralia, WA
Website: https://fairwaylanes.net/menu/
Directly across the street from The Limit (home of the epic “Big Mike” burger) is Fairway Lanes bowling alley, where the pro shop-adjacent snack bar has evolved into a full bar and grill with a surprisingly impressive menu.
I ordered The Shop Burger, a thick, juicy, grilled-to-perfection beef patty, topped with two slices of pepper jack cheese, crispy bacon, fried jalapeño and onion rings, tomato, iceberg lettuce, dill pickle, and tangy campfire sauce, all balanced atop a sturdy, golden toasted bun.
1 Aesthetics — Beautiful! A work of art. 8
2 Flavor — Mouthwateringly juicy, with all ingredients and condiments in proper balance. 7.5
3 Mouthfeel — A joy to bite into. 7
4 Quality/Freshness — Very fresh veggies! High quality beef. 7.5
5 Integrity — Even a mouth as large as mine couldn’t get all the way around this towering sandwich. Nevertheless, it held together surprisingly well. 6
6 Atmosphere — It’s everything a bowling alley bar and grill should be. 6.5
7 Service — Friendly and efficient. 8
8 Satisfaction — Very satisfying, filled my belly and made me smile! 7
9 Creativity/Uniqueness — Extra points for the tangy campfire sauce condiment. 6.5
10 Value — A decent value at $12. 7
A well-kept secret, this convivial bowling alley snack bar makes one of the best burgers in town. Recommended.
Total Score: 71
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