Iconic Cambrian Bowl closes after 55 years due to raising rents

Sunday, May 22, 2016
SAN JOSE (KGO) -- A South Bay landmark is closing. Cambrian Bowl, in the Cambrian Park Plaza, is a 55-year-old bowling alley that is closing because of a sharp rent increase.

The owner simply can't afford to stay open.
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"They're probably gonna tear it down and put condos but it's not gonna nearly be as good as this place," said Levent Niazai, a regular visitor.

A large number came out for their final night for one final Saturday Night Bowl.

It's not clear what the 36,000 square foot space will house next.
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