Famous Pool Halls

A lot goes into making a great pool hall. The most famous pool halls offer players top-notch equipment, an entertaining environment and competitive tournaments, as well as quality food and clear televisions. Those looking for a complete experience will find high-quality billiards establishments across the country. Halls in New York, Virginia and Colorado offer pool players the total package.

  1. Slate

    • One of the most luxurious pool halls is Slate in New York City. The pool room at Slate offers 14 quality tables, seating for 30 guests and standing accommodations for up to 125 people. Additionally, Slate features a snooker lounge with five tables. The upscale Slate provides much more, including a full-service restaurant, main bar, multiple big screens, dancing and party hosting.

    Continental

    • The Continental pool lounge in Rosslyn, Virginia, provides a special experience for guests. The hall features classic decor from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. The special billiards room offers players six tables. Visitors will also enjoy skeeball, darts, shuffleboard and pingpong. The dining area provides a late-night menu for those playing pool into the wee hours of the morning.

    Shakespeare's

    • Shakespeare's Pub and Billiard Room in Denver, Colorado, is another famous pool hall. Shakespeare's is known for having quality equipment and tasty food. The design and decor of the billiards room also help take Shakespeare's to another level.