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Pool shark

By Angela Franzer and Matt Wolfe

Metromix
January 2, 2009

Pool shark
Since the 15th century, people have been using long sticks to hit balls into holes. It goes by the formal name billiards, but for those of us who choose to rack 'em up with a few brews, we call it pool.

Here in the valley, there are quite a few spots for you to chalk up your cue - so finding the right one can be tough. So, we did the hard work for you and assembled a list of top pool bars in the valley - just don't scratch.

Over at Metromix, we think it's the perfect way to unwind after a long week, and while we may not have a "signature shot" we're always happy to shoot around.
Red Barn

Red Barn

73290 Hwy 111 - Palm Desert
760-346-0191

The Red Barn is the only "Bar" in Palm Desert, those other people serve food. They've been around for 40 years and blow the roof off of this sleepy little town every weekend with live, loud music! There are video games, pool tables, ping pong, shuffle board and misc other games to keep you ADD babies entertained while you sip your suds and drop your Jaeger bombs!

The Point After Sports Pub and Grill

The Point After Sports Pub and Grill

43331 Date Palm Drive - Cathedral City
760-770-6337

This sports bar features a friendly staff, multiple big screen tvs, pool tables and a full menu of American entrees including sandwiches, burgers, soups and salads. Stop by today for a cold beer while you watch the game.

Outpost Tavern

Outpost Tavern

68170 Ramon Road - Cathedral City
760-328-9004

You're sure to find drinks, food and entertainment at Cathedral City's Outpost Tavern. The establishment features a full, stocked bar, satellite TV, food, pool tables, and live karaoke every Saturday. Happy hour is Monday through Friday 3 p.m.-7 p.m.

Sports Shack Tequila Bar and Grill

Sports Shack Tequila Bar and Grill

68955 Ramon Rd # 7 - Cathedral City
760-328-7876

The Sports Shack has a huge selection of bitter ales, ales, lagers and fruit-flavored malts. Karaoke is a Thursday staple and happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 3- to 7 p.m. Come enjoy pool tables, darts and unpretentious fun.

O'Leary's

436 S Indian Canyon - Palm Springs
760-325-4913

Choose from a surprisingly broad and well done menu, eat at the bar, and then play pool or other game. Live entertainment a couple of nights a week and open at 9am on Sunday for football as well as Monday night. 10 beers on tap. Great Happy Hour. Good neighborhood hang...

Sharky's Family Billiards

68895 Perez Rd - Cathedral City
760-324-7644

Stop by this hole-in-the wall for bar snacks, beer and all the pool as you can handle. A popular hangout for valley teens (you have to be 16 to get in) who need to escape the 'rents for an evening. Drop by Sharky's for a cold one and work on becoming a talented pool shark.

Joshua Tree Saloon

Joshua Tree Saloon

61835 29 Palms Highway - Joshua Tree
760-660-2250

The JT Saloon is a desert rat's haven - the sign outside, advertising $1 tacos a $100 Wet T-shirt contest should give you an idea of the vibe of this place. Not for the faint of heart - nights can get rowdy - but you'll leave with a story to tell.

The Beer Hunter Sports Pub & Grill

The Beer Hunter Sports Pub & Grill

78483 Hwy 111 - La Quinta
760-564-7442

The Beer Hunter is the classic neighborhood sports bar. It's a great place to hang out with friends, drink a beer and play pool.

Score Game Bar

301 E Arenas Rd - Palm Springs
760-327-0753

This friendly dive bar is your place for affordable drinks and non stop entertainment. Happy hour is all day, every day and while there's no food there is always loud music, pool and darts. Plus you can always catch sports on one of Score's many tvs.

Playoffs

Playoffs

12105 Palm Dr - Desert Hot Springs
760-251-2644

Playoffs is your place for good cheer and spirits and of course sports on TV. Their outdoor seating is an idea place to relax with a cold one while catching up with friends.

What other people are saying...

No-pic-dude

!actually! from Shadow Hills - January 13, 2009 at 10:16 AM

There is a new place in Thousand Palms at the Corner of Monterrey and Ramon...used to be Thousand Palm Sports bar and they use to have 14 pool tabl...

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