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(312) 957-8251
640 W Hubbard St
(North Desplaines Street)
Chicago,
IL
60610
41.8902
-87.6445
Neighborhoods: Goose Island, West Side
Years in business
Established in 1998
Hours:
Mon-Fri 9:30am-2am
Sat 9:30am-3am
Last updated 2.06.12
Category:
Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Billiards Bars, Billiards & Pool Halls
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, Diners Club, MasterCard
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
What People Are Saying About City Pool Hall
The Owner
City Pool Hall
Owner
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.
Featured Review
Jennifer Olvera
Contributor
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…
Editor's Tips
- Know Before You Go:
- Pool players cough up $8 for one person per hour, $12 per couple per hour, or $14 for three or more per hour. If you go over the allotted time, additional time is pro-rated.
- When to Go:
- If you're looking for something a bit more structured, leagues compete Tuesdays and Thursdays. A women's-only league is soon to come.
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07/23/08
Cool atmosphere, hot waitresses, nice people, etc
by nomad503
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.
- Pros: Close to downtown, Cool peeps and atmospher
- Cons: n/a
The Details on City Pool Hall
Place Categories:
- great onion rings
- nice people
- sharp minus
- cool atmosphere
- nice tables
- cool hot waitresses
As Seen In…
Message from City Pool Hall
- Spacious Pool Table Area
- Indoor & Outdoor Eating Area
- Full Bar
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.
