The 3rd Annual Grilliardsburg BBQ Spectacular is BACK on July 10th, 4pm at the only bar it could possibly be at:  REDD'S. Come join us for our annual celebration of billiards, community, and the good life. We'll be firing up the grill, cooking up some good old-fashioned southern grub, and throwing down on the pool table. CHEAP drinks and FREE pool games all day long.

Rain or Shine. See you there!

Society Billiards & Bar is set to open their doors to the public June 11 at 4pm. I believe it's what used to be the beloved Broadway Billiards, which closed a year or two ago. Completely renovated, this place is sure to be the new-old favorite and a standard for billiards excellence (that is, if Grand St. Billiards ain't good enough for you). Society Billiards & Bar is located at 10 E. 21st St., Manhattan, 212-420-1000.

Billiardsburg's newest pool table pops up on the corner of Lorimer and Meeker at a bar called Night of Joy. Haven't gotten a chance to get a game (or drink) in there yet, but the place seems fun, if the 60s French pop is any indication...

...and it's at North 4th Bar!  But wait, has ANYONE been there or know what the deal is?! From the outside, it looks like some kind of hookah den/performance space, and it proudly advertises "New Pool Table", but it never seems to be open. Oh well, San Loco is right next door, and The Levee is right up the street--much more reliable choices.  There's no time to waste!

If you're ever in the mood to hang out with the beautiful people and smart set in the big city of dreams, try hitting up the Rose Bar at the Gramercy Park Hotel. It's all very sexy and hip, but the sexiest part is the antique snooker table. Free to all willing to pay $20 for a cocktail and everything that goes along with it. I'm guessing weekend nights are out of the question, but happy hour seems like they'd be manageable. Who knows, you might end up playing a very pleasant game with some delightful Londoners on holiday.  Best of luck to you.

Barcade's former pool table is now FOR SALE. So many memories on that thing, I don't know whether to laugh or cry. Thanks for the memories...I think.

Valley-Dynamo. Measures approximately 4' x 7'. Operates
on quarters or free play. Red felt, recently re-done. $800. Must be
able to pick up.

If interested, I guess go there, call them, or send a Facebook message etc.

It's mean, it's green, and it takes dollar bills! Run, don't walk, to Redd's! Even the popcorn tastes better these days. And if you're lucky enough to have the table to yourself, enjoy it while you can, because at a moment's notice, the bar's 10-15 (APA league) regulars will walk in and fill the chalkboard, and your night will be OVER.

Billiardsburg takes another hit. You heard it here first-- Art Land has closed...at least for now. The Williamsburg institution known for many an open mic night, champion pool team, and of course, litterbox-like odor is slated to re-open the next block up Grand Street, between Leonard and Manhattan, and some time soon (which could mean tomorrow, 2 years from now, or never). And apparently the new joint will have not one, but TWO (2) pool tables! I'll believe it when I see it.

Guess what? The once beloved 50 cent table at San Loco has now gone up to a full dolla! But what else is new? Oh right, nothing. Besides the cost of a game, you'll find the San Loco pool experience is the same as it ever was. It's still the only place in all of Williamsburg (and probably Manhattan) where you can walk in on a Saturday night and pretty much have the table to yourself, or at the most, have to wait out a couple of games. A chalkboard isn't even necessary there EVER, but they still have one for good measure. The table is still super fast and slightly unlevel; the cue sticks are still all barely usable. But the no hassle still makes this place worth hitting up (if you can remember it exists). The drinks are cheap, and the idea that you could just spontaneously binge on all kinds of (albeit mediocre) Mexican food mid-game, I don't know...I find it strangely thrilling.

this month's tournament is coming up Sunday February 28th. just show up at the levee at 3pm with 5 bucks to play. bar rules and friendly competition. meet other pool enthusiasts and enjoy some great drink specials.

a complete set of rules can be found here. arrive early to be ensured a spot, or to reserve a spot, e-mail tournament@billiardsburg.com