If you have a child in your life (or even a niece or nephew), you’ve probably attended a birthday party at one of those huge pizzerias that have bowling and an arcade. Have you ever wished that you could enjoy playing like that…without kids around? Punch Bowl Social is the grown-up version! Head to The Gateway in Salt Lake City to enjoy mini bowling, ping pong, board games, arcade games, karaoke and more.

Punch Bowl Social is a 15,000-square-foot space where adults can mingle, dine, and play. You’ll find it in downtown Salt Lake City at The Gateway.

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Step inside to find a dazzling bar, with a menu full of boozy beverages.

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The punch is the specialty of the house, and the offerings change occasionally, so you’ll want to keep coming back to see what flavors are available.

Punch Bowl Social (Salt Lake City)/Facebook You’ll also enjoy a selection of beer, wine, and other cocktails, as well as some non-alcoholic beverages.

If you loved milkshakes as a kid, you’ll love the boozy milkshakes here.

Punch Bowl Social (Salt Lake City)/Facebook Choose from the Milk-Xologist, made with St. George NOLA coffee liqueur, Branca Menta liqueur, vanilla ice cream, and whipped cream, or the Rum Shaker, with Bacardí Reserva Ocho rum, RumHaven Coconut rum, Barrow’s Ginger liqueur, matcha, and lime zest.

Tuck into some tacos, or grab a burger or salad.

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If you’d rather share a snack with friends, you can choose from queso dip, green chorizo fries, classic buffalo wings, cauliflower nachos, and more.

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Grab some grub, and enjoy a board game with your buddies…

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…or fire up a foosball tournament.

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The arcade full of classic games will take you right back to your childhood.

Punch Bowl Social (Salt Lake City)/Facebook But somehow, pinball is a lot more fun with a boozy milkshake in hand.

Challenge your friends to a game of darts to see who gets bragging rights.

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Then, head over to the mini bowling lanes to knock some pins down.

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This play space for adults also has plenty of spots for just hanging out and chilling.

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Visit Punch Bowl Social seven days a week, but leave the kids at home. This place only allows visitors 21 years of age and older.

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You’ll also enjoy a selection of beer, wine, and other cocktails, as well as some non-alcoholic beverages.

Choose from the Milk-Xologist, made with St. George NOLA coffee liqueur, Branca Menta liqueur, vanilla ice cream, and whipped cream, or the Rum Shaker, with Bacardí Reserva Ocho rum, RumHaven Coconut rum, Barrow’s Ginger liqueur, matcha, and lime zest.

But somehow, pinball is a lot more fun with a boozy milkshake in hand.

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Have you played at Punch Bowl Social? We’d love to hear about your visit there! Check out its website to see the full menu and a list of the available activities.

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