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City Pool Hall
Located along a branch of the Chicago River, a stone's throw from the ultra-popular East Bank Club, City Pool Hall is neatly nestled into
the city's fastest-growing neighborhood.
The 6,000-square-foot building and patio space originally served as a machine shop, and supposedly was used to support the war effort during World War II. More recently, the space had been the home of several underground dance clubs and a windowless dungeon opened only on weekends to the vampire/night-stalker set. The family-owned business spent nearly eight months knocking down walls and installing windows on the building's south side to create a brighter atmosphere. What was left was a space-enhancing exposed frame ceiling and 3,000 square feet of uninterrupted playing area.
The front area at City Pool Hall features a tile-floored dining area, with seating for approximately 30 lunch-goers.
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“sharp- shooting- friendlies- minus -action which will ask you for a game or two for fun.”
“City Pool Hall has great onion rings order the Rex Williams Onion Rings.”
“Cool atmosphere, hot waitresses, nice people, etc”
Cool atmosphere, hot waitresses, nice people, etc. I've visited this place several times this year in 2008.....nice tables....sharp- shooting- friendlies- minus -action which will ask you for a game or two for fun....easy going staff willing to give you directions if needed.…
Pool sharks get in a few games and sip suds..
The Scene
A pool-lover's paradise, this 12-table establishment may intimidate the
unskilled. Black-and-white pics of famous pool pros, familiar neon beer signs and soothing
maroon-and-cream hues create a casually upscale feel. The crowd ranges from relaxed to ritzy.
The Draw
From its eight- or nine-foot billiards tables to a game room with foosball, pinball, electronic dart boards and sports-related video games, City Pool Hall entertains pretty much any competitor. The juke features new and old favorites, from Marley and the Police to Nelly Furtado and Barenaked Ladies, a testament to the diverse clientele. In addition to basic brews, the bar also serves frou-frou fare like daiquiris, pina coladas and mai tais. Got the munchies? Daily food specials, such as chicken primavera, and a regular roster of mozzarella sticks, steak fajitas and Italian beef pump up your game.…
