Pinstripes, Popular Family Fun Center In Paramus, NJ Shuts Down

Entertainment complexes are becoming more and more commonplace in Jersey.

You have massive facilities like the American Dream Mall that feature amusement parks, indoor skiing, and more to do than anyone could imagine.

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There are also places like Dave and Busters, that have food, drinks, games, and a bar; in fact, the one that just opened in the Freehold Raceway Mall is second to none!

I always think that these types of places are going to be around for the long haul; I mean, they're family-friendly, and if you work the deals, such as going on nights with half-priced games or food, it's a reasonably priced night out with the family.

Some Family Fun Centers Face Bankruptcy

That's not always the case, however; some of these places end up filing for bankruptcy.

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What seemed like one very popular family fun center in West Garfield is doing just that, and the company is now looking for a potential buyer.

Pinstripes In Paramus, NJ, is Closing After Bankruptcy

According to NJ.com, Pinstripes, which is a family fun center in the Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus, will be closing its doors.

The company is declaring Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, a bowling and bocce ball family fun center that operated 18 locations at the height of its growth, but is now down to just 8 locations still in business after declaring bankruptcy.

What’s Next For The Garden State Plaza Location?

Sometimes, a business will remain operational during the bankruptcy process, but that doesn't seem to be the case as Pinstripes officials say they are actively searching for a qualified buyer for its remaining operating locations.

It's always sad to see an NJ business go through something like this, but it also leaves us asking: what's going to move into this massive space next?