Pinstripes

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Pinstripes is an experiential dining and entertainment venue that combines an Italian‑American bistro with bowling, bocce, and private event spaces across multiple U.S. locations.

Northbrook, Illinois, United States
pinstripes.com
Owned by Punch Bowl Social (acquirer of Pinstripes’ assets)

About Pinstripes

Pinstripes is an American experiential dining and entertainment brand that blends a made‑from‑scratch Italian‑American restaurant with bowling lanes, bocce courts, and flexible event spaces. Founded in 2007, the company operates venues in several states, positioning itself as a place where guests can enjoy craft cocktails, a full bistro menu, and social games in an upscale but relaxed setting. Each location typically offers indoor and/or outdoor gaming, bar service, weekend brunch, and facilities for corporate events and celebrations.

A charge labeled “SQ *PINSTRIPES” on your card statement most likely reflects an in‑person purchase processed via Square at a Pinstripes location—such as bowling or bocce time, food and drinks, or an event deposit—rather than an online retail transaction. In some cases, the city and state on the descriptor may reflect the configuration of the card terminal (for example, where the franchise or operating entity is registered) rather than the exact location you visited, which can make the charge appear to be from a different town.

If you have questions about the charge, start by checking recent outings where you bowled, played bocce, or attended an event at a Pinstripes venue, and compare the date and amount to your receipts or confirmation emails. You can contact Pinstripes directly through the contact or location pages on their official website to inquire about a specific transaction, event deposit, or refund. If you still don’t recognize the charge after confirming with any family members on the account, you should reach out to your card issuer to dispute the transaction or request a new card in case of potential fraud.

Bank Statement Variations

1 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Pinstripes.

  1. POS DEB 1632 06/25/26 56 SQ *PINSTRIPES, SQUARE PURCHASE FALMOUTHME C# 4454

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a charge from “SQ *PINSTRIPES” on my statement usually mean?

A “SQ *PINSTRIPES” descriptor typically indicates an in‑person purchase at a Pinstripes bowling/bocce and bistro venue that was processed using Square, such as paying for lane time, food and drinks, or an event deposit. The letters “SQ *” refer to Square as the payment processor, while “PINSTRIPES” is the actual merchant name.

Why is the city on the Pinstripes charge different from the location I visited?

With some Square‑processed payments, the city and state in the descriptor can reflect the registered business address or the configuration of the merchant account rather than the exact store you visited. If you recently ate, bowled, or attended an event at a Pinstripes in another city, the charge may still appear with a different town in the statement line.

What kinds of purchases at Pinstripes can result in card charges?

Common card charges at Pinstripes include bowling or bocce lane rentals, food and beverage tabs, brunch or dinner checks, kids’ parties, corporate events, wedding or event deposits, and final event balances. Gratuity that you add on‑site may also be included in the final posted amount.

Does Pinstripes place temporary authorization holds on my card?

Depending on how your visit is billed, Pinstripes or its payment processor may place a temporary authorization hold to open a tab or confirm available funds. This hold can appear as a pending charge for a different amount than your final bill and should adjust to the actual total or drop off once the transaction is fully processed.

How can I get a copy of my receipt for a Pinstripes charge I don’t recognize?

If you need a receipt, check your email first—Pinstripes often offers digital receipts for reservations and events. If you don’t find one, contact the Pinstripes location you visited or use the contact form on pinstripes.com with the date, approximate time, and amount of the charge so staff can look up and resend the receipt.

How do I cancel or change a Pinstripes reservation or event to avoid extra charges?

To modify or cancel a dining, bowling, or bocce reservation, use the online reservation tools on pinstripes.com or call the specific location directly; cancellation windows and fees vary by venue and group size. For private events, refer to your event contract or email your event sales manager—changing the guest count or canceling close to the event date may incur fees or partial forfeiture of your deposit.

How do I request a refund or dispute an incorrect Pinstripes charge?

Start by contacting the Pinstripes location that processed the charge, providing the last four digits of your card, the transaction date, and the billed amount so they can investigate and issue an adjustment or refund if appropriate. If you cannot resolve the issue with Pinstripes or still believe the charge is fraudulent, contact your bank or card issuer to open a formal dispute.

Does Pinstripes offer memberships or recurring charges I should look for?

Pinstripes primarily charges per visit or per event rather than via long‑term subscriptions, but it may offer passes, packages, or event payment schedules that result in multiple or split charges around the same date. Review any confirmations or agreements you signed for events or promotions to see whether you authorized more than one payment.

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