City Pool Hall - (312) 957-8251

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.

• 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.
  

Pros: Close to downtown, Cool peeps and atmospher

Cons: n/a