Experience · Southaven
Family Morning Bowling & Bites in Southaven
Start your day with a fun, active bowling session that's perfect for all ages, followed by a casual breakfast at a family-friendly restaurant. Wrap up your outing with a relaxing stop at a local park for some fresh air and playtime.
A 3.5-hour Southaven morning plan for families — Strike Zone Bowling Lanes LLC, Dale’s, Memphis BBQ Company.
- Duration
- 3h 30m
- Cost
- $35–$75
- Stops
- 3 stops
- Area
- Snowden District + 1 more
- Walking
- Light walking · Total 7.3-mile driving route
- Best time
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Ideal for
- Families · Kids · Friends

The plan
The plan
- 1Strike Zone Bowling Lanes LLC(1 hr 30 min)→
- 2Dale’s(1 hr)→
- 3Memphis BBQ Company(30 min)
Why this plan works
The stops span roughly 7.3 miles across Southaven, so plan on driving — the order below keeps that driving in one direction. Strike Zone Bowling Lanes LLC is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at Memphis BBQ Company — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to families, families with kids, and friends who want a planned Southaven outing without improvising between stops.
The story
Overview
Start your day with a fun, active bowling session that's perfect for all ages, followed by a casual breakfast at a family-friendly restaurant. Wrap up your outing with a relaxing stop at a local park for some fresh air and playtime.
The itinerary
3 stops, one great day
11h 30mStrike Zone Bowling Lanes LLCSports & Recreation · Snowden District
Family-friendly 32-lane bowling alley with arcade, concessions & pro-shop plus party packages.
What to do — Head to Strike Zone Bowling Lanes for a morning of bowling. Rent shoes and choose your lane for a fun, active start to the day. Don't forget to check out the arcade!
Scout Side QuestFind the bowling ball with the wildest color pattern on the rack and give it an epic superhero name.
5.2 mi · 14 min drive
Then Drive a short distance to your next stop for a morning meal.
21 hrDale’sFood & Drink · West End
Longtime family-friendly restaurant serves American eats in big, digs with booths & quaint touches.
What to do — Enjoy a hearty breakfast or brunch at Dale's. Their family-friendly menu offers a variety of American eats perfect for refueling after bowling.
Scout Side QuestInvent a new breakfast dish named after someone at the table. What ridiculous toppings are on it?
2.1 mi · 8 min drive
Then Short hop over to Memphis BBQ Company.
3Optional 30 minMemphis BBQ CompanyFood & Drink
Casual, contemporary eatery serving Memphis-style BBQ fare, burgers, cheese fritters & more.
What to do — Swing through Memphis BBQ Company for fruit, bread or something fun for breakfast.
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Common questions
Planning this outing
- Is this a good Southaven itinerary for families?
- Yes. It's built for families, families with kids, and friends and runs about 3 hr 30 min across 3 stops, starting at Strike Zone Bowling Lanes LLC.
- How long does this outing take?
- Plan on 3 hr 30 min door to door, including time between stops.
- How much does this Southaven itinerary cost?
- Roughly $35–$75 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
- Is this itinerary walkable?
- Not entirely. The stops cover about 7.3 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
- Do I need reservations?
- No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.
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