My friends and I used to come here allllll the time until we started noticing new employees. Those new employees have been giving us TERRIBLE experience. One of the bartenders one with glasses, scronny ash and tall decided to chase us out the door telling us we're too broke to give a tip because we didn't see the option for it and started explaining how they get paid and how miserable they're life is and how dependent they are for tips as a living. I didn't come here to listen to someone's midlife crisis I came to play the game. I understood a tip was for great service not a mandatory thing. Went from 5 years of going here to being the end of coming here. I did not like my experience when it came to her being our bartender. Food was great and had a great time playing but not the service with the bartender. read more

Underrated and hidden gem! Ok, it's definitely a smoky dive bar. Yes they smoke cigs right next to where you eat.... But all good, loosen up, let your hair down and enjoy the laid-back good vibes and the friendly bartenders! The FOOD is exceptional, for bar food. Hands down top 3 burger in town... I can't name the other two right now. Seriously tasty. Beers, I recommend bottles. Literally ice cold. Oh yeah, tons of quality pool tables as well! Cheers! read more

8 Ball Lounge - "Best burger in town" and. Cold ass beer!! - Pool Halls Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

First of all, 8 Ball Lounge is a pool hall. And they do allow smoking, although they must have the best ventilation system ever, because I never smell smoke, unless some a-hole near me is smoking a stinky cigar. My clothes never smell like smoke. Having said that, they have the most delicious bar food you could imagine, and at the most reasonable price. I would say that their specialties are their burgers and wings, but actually everything is delectable. They prepare the food right in front of you. So don't be turned off because it is a pool hall. It is much more than that. AND...they have a full liquor license, and are open every night until 2 am. Kitchen usually closes around 10;30 or so, so keep that in mind read more

8 Ball Lounge - My medium rare cheeseburger from 8 Ball. I only wanted ketchup and grilled onions on it. You could get whatever you want. - Pool Halls Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

Extremely Disappointing Experience I don't usually leave reviews, but the experience my friends and I had at this pool lounge bar was unacceptable. My friend, who is well over 21, was refused service--even after providing multiple valid forms of ID, including official government-issued identification. The staff brushed her off with condescending remarks like "That picture's a glamour shot" and "The cops are on our back," as if looking young somehow invalidates a legitimate ID. She was spoken to in an accusatory and dismissive tone, like she was trying to scam them, which was incredibly insulting and completely uncalled for. Meanwhile, we saw other guests who looked just as young--if not younger--being served without a second glance. The inconsistency and bias were impossible to ignore. To make matters worse, the staff seemed visibly intoxicated. They were swaying back and forth trying to look at her ID, they were slurring words, and more focused on joking with each other than actually doing their jobs. It felt chaotic and unprofessional from start to finish. What was supposed to be a fun night out turned into a frustrating and embarrassing experience that completely derailed our evening. If this place wants to be taken seriously, they need to train their staff on how to properly verify IDs and treat paying customers with respect. We won't be coming back--and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone expecting even basic professionalism. read more

I love that place and I've haven't been going there a lot but I love the bartenders specially Layla Hanna sierra rod

The women with curly hair was very rude. Me and my friend accidentally almost walked out was our first time ever coming so we just we just forgot and like they said oh you forgot to pay your tab and we're like oh yeah like I'm so sorry like I apologize. I said I apologize like I really didn't mean to and then my friend jokingly asked if they could take off the other wing because they only gave her four wings and it was time for us to go and so that they got mad. As she was ringing up the recipe she sais "ill make sure to get you for your exactly 4 wings and the free pool table" she said it in a condescending time as well. We let it go. She gives us a receipt and is like thank you for absolutely nothing. And my friend said "you Dont have to be rude" and I said "I hope you have a better night" She said you guys didn't want to pay for you tab wanted a discount got your free pool table and you Dont think that's rude. She was extremely rude and started yelling at my friend. read more

This places serves a purpose and I love it for that!! Gather at the bar, play billiards, grab a sandwich! All enjoyable with good prices and cold drinks! Great people! Ambiance could be a little updated but it is a locals watering hole! read more

If you like litter around the entrance, cig and cigar smoke permeating everything, torn carpet on the floor, torn and dirty felt on the tables and fruit flies around the bar, you are going to LOVE this place. read more

Went to about 7 places in Ft Meyers looking for a drink and late night food. Ended up at 8 Ball Lounge and they also were close for food, yet the bartender went out of her way. to turn on the stove and make food. Great food, good company and even better hospitality! I'll be back, 100! read more

Mid-century modern never left this joint. Look, if you're lacking social graces or were raised in a mansion, this diver bar is for you - a right of passage for all ages from Yale to Jail. Great folks with a beautiful souls - especially Amanda behind the bar. If you're frail - don't come! This place is a classic smoky bar... the only one in Ft Myers (if not the world). Great place to meet people, eat great food, play pool or throw some darts. Heineken is soooo COLD! Yummy! read more

Good place to hang out with friends, the service is meh all the lady's working are nice but the bald guy with glasses has completely ignored my order 3 times and I still paid for the food I never got the food isn't even that great anyway I'd go just to play pool if I were you (NOTE: THIS PLACE IS A SMOKING BAR AND NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN) read more

Good pricing. Good product. Just have to be comfortable and Smokey Environment. Tables are in good shape and there's more than enough sticks...Ialso bring your own read more

Went with grown nephew and sister for the wings. In past years we've always carried out. I gotta say they were delicious, perfectly cooked and seasoned. CC and Layla took great care of us at the bar. Great service & perfect wings-what else could I ask for? Smoking is permitted so if you don't like being in a smoky pool hall this place ISNT for you! I can't wait to go back! read more

8 Ball Lounge - Wings - Pool Halls Near Me - Fort Myers, Florida

The people at 8ball are amazing. The drinks and food are a hit. Willing to teach if you are willing to listen and start a conversation. The roof needs work and the tables are slow but it's a great place to be. Do not miss out on this gem. read more

This is a little hidden gem. The best burger in town. Best lunch specials overall. Plus free pool while you eat

I used to love 8 Ball Lounge! Loved it! Went there every Friday about 10 years ago. The owner, Kate, would wait on us sometimes. Great memories! What an effing shame it is to go there now. The waitresses were great but the place is in absolute shambles. The owners have completely stopped caring and it shows in every way! 2 leaks in the building with buckets on top of tables to catch the water. The largest of the 2 leaks is by one of their best pool tables that even the locals don't want to play at because there is too much humidity. My friend had the burger and I genuinely was worried that he may get sick from it. It didn't look bad but if they're not fixing leaks that everyone can see, what's going on in the tiny little kitchen? It may not be so but I imagine it's worse! Much worse! It's with great sadness to say that I will never go back. I would have ranked this place 4 stars back in the day, all day. Yes, it's smoky! Yes, the burgers have always looked like crap but they tasted good! Yes, the pool tables have not been refelted since Jesus was turning water into wine! But that was the flavor of 8 Ball. A slight skanky taste with loads of local charm. But now, it's genuinely embarrassing. I do not recommend you go there. I hope Kate sees this. I hope she reaches out to me. read more

I don't think I've ever given a 1 star rating. Here's the problem and it may not be a problem for some of you. Our Family visiting was made up of the following: My wife, her sister, 2 nephews, ages 13 & 19 and I went so the kids could play pool. We walked in and had to walk out immediately due to being hit with a think cloud of cigarette smoke and it was one of the teens who said "We can't go in there." No one was unkind and, in fact, when we called ahead, the young lady was extremely pleasant and accommodating, but the environment was toxic, health-wise. We are conservative people and don't ever inhale 2nd hand smoke if we can avoid it. One of us has sinus trouble as well when we get around smoke. I guess if you are a smoker/drinker, this may be the place for you, although I don't think either is a safe or desirable habit. read more

We were in town for my sons 21st bday and we're looking for a place to play some pool and stumbled upon this gem. One of the best burgers I have ever had and the staff was friendly and attentive. Will definitely come back next time we're in town. read more

This place is sweet! Cheap drinks, good food, friendly service. Very laid back atmosphere! A bit dated but part of the charm. Smoker friendly, which is refreshing! Daily specials and happy hour prices during the week and all night on Tuesdays. Also for the ultra cheapskates they have free pool until 8 pm on Saturday and Sundays! read more

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Best Wings.. Burgers. And Wraps.any way you like..it is done..great staff..was regular for 5 6 years.. Came back to area Still great value. Drinks...food..friendly ness 10 Stars read more

Local bar. Forget the pool tables. This place has the best grilled bar food. Best wings ever. 1/2 lb burger is awesome. Super BLT. Set at bar and watch your food cooked right in front of you. Free pour on the drinks. read more

i have been going to the 8 ball lounge for 25 years;every saturday as well;with a few friends to play pool i will never return until they have the air conditioning on;it was 92 outside and with a mild wind;cooler than inside its obvious no one cares; the owners;the manager;etc if they did they would take care of the place;its filthy hot,and very uncomfortable !!! read more

This is the second time we have given this place a chance. The cook cut lettuce and a tomato after cutting what looked like either raw chicken or pork then set the knife next to a wet rag that was sitting on the cutting board the ENTIRE time. This is unsanitary and could cause someone to get extremely sick. He was a smart alec and treated us poorly. I will never return. read more

Its a smokey dive bar and billiards room. The drinks are cheap and service is fine. They are constantly going through waitresses and some are better then others. The crowd can be a mix of regulars, college kids, low lifes, friendly guys/gals and everyday people. I've been coming here since I was in high school and its a fort myers rites of passage. read more

Good bar food at a working man's wages. Especially the burgers, wings and sandwiches.

Best hamburger in town. Wings are awesome. Neighborhood restaurant and pool hall. Everybody knows everybody. Never would expect a pool hall to have the best burger in town, but this is it. Has been for years. read more

It's old and chic... Decent clientele... Service is good servers have great attitudes and attitude I can't get enough of them... Decent pricing... GREAT burgers... Nice tables... Great incentives to go like Wednesday's ladies play free the have happy hour nuff' said read more

Smokey smokey smokey pool hall. But they get 3 solid stars for having ladies night on wednesdays. Ladies play for free and the drinks were sweet but strong. read more

Laylah and Shawna are absolutely amazing! I've never seen girls run a bar like this. They're so friendly and accommodating. They have convinced me to come back for sure!!!! read more

If I could give a zero for this place I would. This is worst place you could ever go. The waitress was extremely rude and did not seem like she even wanted to serve us . When we talked to the manager he did not even seem to care and said sorry and have a great night. Please save your money and go somewhere else. read more

Love this place reminds me of home..service is great bartenders treat u as family not as a money pit.jay is my favorite bar tender sophi is my favorite. Cocktail girl plus She's cute...love this place read more

I am visiting from Toronto and I decided to ignore the reviews since it was the closest pool hall to where I am staying, bad decision. The reviews are accurate!! The staff were not very friendly and didn't seem to care about any of their patrons as they stayed behind the bar the entire time. And there were only 10-15 people inside. It's probably because they have ceiling fans behind the bar to keep them cool. I don't think they had any a/c on because it was so hot in there I was sweating the entire time I was playing. I am an avid pool player, and you can't play properly with sweaty hands. Also, the tables are in horrible shape. Spills all over the cloth, crap all over the cloth, banks all play different, balls are too small for the triangle (loose racks). And lastly, it was nice to be able to smoke while I played, but smoking inside is gross for everybody. With the smoke and the heat and the overall dirtyness of my experience there, the first thing I did when I got home was shower. It's too bad I even had to give this place 1 star... oh, they had nice cold beer though read more

While leavin a baseball game at Hammond stadium we came across this great local dive bar . Cheep drinks, cheese fries and free pool for ladies on Wednesdays . The bartenders Mitch and laylah were very attentive and tons of fun !! Will definitely return !;) read more

The best cheeseburger in Fort Myers, possibly the best cheeseburger I've ever eaten! Order it medium rare and skip the fries (you won't need them). Small local bar, friendly, clean and please try the cheeseburger! It's with the $6.00! read more