The Westside Blono
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The Westside BloNo is Normal's all-in-one entertainment complex: duckpin bowling, a Toptracer driving range out back, a whiskey bar, a pizza counter, and a BBQ stand called Westside Smoke, all under one roof. Great concept on paper. The execution is uneven. The amusement side delivers. Duckpin bowling is a fun novelty if you haven't done it, shorter lanes, smaller pins, no easy strikes, and the driving range bays out back are heated and roomy. No complaints there. The drinks were fine too, nothing memorable, but they got the job done. The food is where this place falls apart. I ordered a BBQ platter from Westside Smoke and it was some of the driest, saddest barbecue I have had in recent memory. Whatever meat was on that plate had clearly never met a smoker with any real intention behind it, dry enough that I gave up and left half of it uneaten. I don't do that often. This is the kind of BBQ you should be embarrassed to put your name on, especially at a spot whose whole pitch leans on food being part of the draw. This could have been a legitimately good BBQ joint attached to a fun activity concept. Instead it's a fun activity concept that happens to also serve food, and you should order accordingly. Our bartender also seemed genuinely unhappy to be at work, which is its own specific skill to project while pouring drinks. Eat before you come, or eat somewhere else in BloNo, and treat this as a place for bowling, the range, and drinks. Would come back for the activities. Would not order the food again.
This was our first time here. It was so nice! Duckpin bowling and the food were great! Service was excellent! Loved that you take home the fun cups! We had the bbq wrap ups in the apps and it was delicious! Kids had the pretzels with cheese and they were good. Will be back!
Was let down after reading reviews. Smoked wings over cooked. Ice tea had turned so I got a beer instead. The 50 cent piece size corn bread tiny and lacked flavor. The pulled pork sandwich was not anything to brag about and the turkey was dry. The hot barbecue sauce on the wings barely made the scovil chart. The front counter people only gave us 2 menus for 3 people. The potato salad needs work. Now they have a huge tequila and whiskey selection that I may be tempted to try. P
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Paint Nite at The Westside Blono — FAQ
None. Your artist walks the whole room through the painting stroke by stroke over about two hours, and everyone leaves with a finished canvas. Most guests have never painted before.
There's free parking at or near The Westside Blono.
Yes — the bar and cocktail list stays open while you paint. Food and drinks are ordered from and paid to the venue, and aren't part of your seat price.
Doors open 30 minutes before the painting starts. Come early, grab your seat and order a drink — the artist starts on time.
Yes — The Westside Blono has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and restrooms. If you have specific seating needs, contact the venue ahead of the event and they'll set you up.