Over the next few minutes we will be taking you on a deep dive into the best pool halls and billiards shops in Albany. Whether you are looking for the top tables to play pool in your area, want to buy some new cues, or are trying to find out about billiards leagues and tournaments around town there will be some useful info right here.
We will kick this baby off by listing the best pool halls in Albany along with bars with good tables because they are the star of the show. Whether you just want to play a game with some friends or take your action more seriously they are the epicenter of the scene.
You will also learn about local billiards shops and other stores to buy pool tables and cues near you. There might even be some info on billiard table movers, felt repairing, and other services.
Towards the end we will have a map for the area so you can figure out which spot is closest to you, and you are all welcome to check out more of our posts on this part of the world right there if you are interested.
Best Pool Halls In Albany
Golden Cue Billiard Lounge at 1048 Central Ave serves beer, wine, and food while offering eight-ball, nine-ball, and straight pool in addition to carom billiards games like three-cushion on 19 classic 1960’s Brunswick gold crown II tables. Throughout the year they also host pool tournaments in your area and are normally open from 4pm to midnight but are closed on Wednesdays.
Local Billiards Pro Shops
You should be able to buy pool tables, cues, and other supplies at any of these shops and some can probably help with billiard table moving and felt repairs to boot:
- Islander Pools and Spas Inc. at 1967 Central Ave
- Bankshot Antiques at 40 Broadway #22
Pool tables and equipment from the leading manufacturers in the market including Olhausen Billiards are available at Islander Pools and Spas plus they also sell billiard lighting, spectator chairs, cue racks, and pool cues near you. They are generally open from 10am to 5pm but they close at 4pm on Saturdays and 3pm on Sundays.
Bankshot Pocket specializes in antique billiard table sales, restoration, and maintenance. They are open Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm and closed on weekends.
You may also want to read our posts on:
- Where To Play Pool In New York City
- Where To Play Pool In Buffalo
- Where To Play Pool In Syracuse
- Where To Play Pool In Montreal
Have Fun Playing Pool In Albany
Well guys, for now that is all we have to share. After reading about all of those local pool halls, bars with good tables, and billiards pro shops in your area you should have a much better understanding of what this town has to offer.
Don’t be afraid to use the comments to let us know if we got anything incorrect or to share any tips or tricks you might have on the scene near you. Now go have fun visiting the best pool halls and billiards pro shops in Albany.
