So, you want to rack 'em up tonight? Establish who is really top dog when it comes to trick shots, approach angles and cross corners with these fun spots across the city. To enjoy a lively atmosphere charged with the energy of friendly competition, head over to somewhere from our list of the best pubs and bars with a pool table in Manchester.
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Get ready for a dive bar-style karaoke experience at Bunny's Karaoke, where the fun never stops. With the same vibrant atmosphere as Bunny Jackson's and Junior Jackson's, you can enjoy 25p wings, free karaoke, and American beers. Plus, challenge your friends to a game of pool or book a private karaoke room for just £50.
Looking for the best place to play pool in Manchester? Wilson's Social in the Northern Quarter has you covered. With a pool table available for friendly competitions, this all-day bar and restaurant is ideal for a casual hangout with friends.
But it's not just about the games - Wilson's also offers an extensive drinks menu featuring craft beers, cocktails, and local brews, plus a delicious selection of food. Whether you're in the mood for a fun night of pool or just want to enjoy some drinks in a laid-back setting, Wilson's provides the perfect atmosphere for both.
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This pool bar in Manchester is also known for their American fare of, you guessed it, sausage slathered in sauce. But it doesn't stop there... Salt Dog Slims is a cool dive joint fronting graffiti-clad walls and their very own beer vending machine, so you can skip the queues and make it back to your game in a flash.
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Searching for places to play pool in Manchester city centre? Head to Bierkeller's sports bar, Shooters, for sloshing steins of over 80 different beers and to take to the tables with your mates. Better yet, they're also fronting shuffleboard and live streaming all the best games, so you can really make a night of it.
If you're wondering where to play pool in Manchester, 7 Sins on Lever Street is a great bet. From quirky cocktails to smiley faces on pizza and katsu curry burgers, this cool spot has everything you need to keep refuelled. Topping it off? Arcade games and shuffleboard, just in case you're feeling extra competitive.
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Looking for something a little more X-rated? Head down to the super luxe adult playground of Whiskey Down for an evening of lingerie strip pool. Set in a Bruce Wayne-inspired games room, the space includes low-hanging chandeliers and cosy leather armchairs.
A pub on Princess Street, The Garratt is an alternative boozer that's frequented by students and locals alike. Ideal for when you want a game of pool, this is an affordable stomping ground with drinks that won't break the bank.
Looking to take thing up a notch? Roxy Ball Room is the games bar for American pool in Manchester, alongside a brand new version of the game, which combines it with the concept of crazy golf. It's time to get your trick shots out to make it round these obstacles.
When it comes to a place to play pool, The Arch Manchester is something of a hero. Not only boasting some of the most eclectic interiors in the city, there's also premium tables, drinks deals and plenty more to keep you entertained.
Most of us know that nothing goes better with beer than a game of pool, so let's get you headed to a place that provides both - and pronto. Head on down to Fallowfield where the Beer Studio not only promises tables, but also an incredible roster of pints to boot.
