I really hope this place doesn't close. One of the few places around here that you can play pool and play darts. Parking lot can get busy depending on when you're there. They have blacked out windows which could freak out some people, but there's nothing to freak out about. Staff is nice and customers tend to keep to themselves. I love seeing how there seem to be a good number of regulars because people seem to know each other there. Front desk is at the very back next to the bar and restrooms. They have a bar so you can eat and drink while playing pool. Each time we've gone lately, we haven't had to wait too long for a table. We've gone on off peak times and it was great. Service is great. Nachos are gigantic for just us two, but we made a good dent in it. They definitely hit the spot. We'll definitely be back. read more

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I love this pool hall and am always satisfied when I come. I always get a beer and some snacks, and they are pretty standard but nothing special. The service here from the bartenders/kitchen staff are always kind and patient. There are many pool tables and I'm not sure how busy it gets on a Fri/Sat, but there's never an issue with waiting when coming during funemployed times. They also have tournaments, and I made the mistake of not calling or checking before driving 40 minutes to play pool here. They seemed to have a lot of open tables though so I wish they had let us play anyway :( There is also easy parking in the lot, and lots of food nearby. There's also someone who sits at the door every time I come, but isn't wearing a security guard fit or anything also, and I have no idea what they're doing but if someone finds out who they are and what they're doing please let me know haha it's such a big mystery to me. read more

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This is a great billiards spot. The bar can't make a michelada. The staff was not friendly. It could be dudes being dudes. I will be back just a bit disappointed today. Forget the bar just shoot! Pool. Just BYOB here and it's way better! read more

It should have a higher rating but this is just for my visit. The tables are well kept but the temperature is too hot. But my main complaint was I asked for a tip scuffer and the guy behind the counter said no because I wanted to use it on there cue. I own several cues and have been playing over 50 years I'm also 620 Fargo rated player. I know how to use a scuffer. I just didn't have my cue with me that night. He could have offered to do it for me if he didn't trust me but that's just bullshit. The customer care and service sucks read more

Nice place to hang and play pool for a casual hangout. Great for groups, my friend likes the drinks there but I've not had any of their food or drinks. The bar looks small with limited options. The people are kind and helpful. read more

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Came here several times with friends and enjoyed my first time, but not the second time sadly.. it had nothing to do with the service, but more so the amenities they had to offer. Pool tables were all booked so my party and I decided to play some foosball, no biggie. Foosball tables and pinball machines all require quarters which unfortunately, this establishment does not have a change machine. It would be pretty convenient to have one since majority of your machines only accept quarters or dollar bills. There was an ATM where I able to withdraw some money out of (with a $20 minimum deposit) and decided to ask the bartender for some change in quarters. I felt like I was inconveniencing the bartender by asking for change for a $20 in QUARTERS.. I obviously didn't get the entire $20, probably like $3 worth or so because that would be overkill.. but anyways, got the change and made my way to the pinball machines. It ended up eating all my quarters because both machines were broken without any signage :') not only did I have to take out $20 (with an extra $3 ATM fee) for no reason, but it ate all my quarters that I had to bother the bartender for even though she was busy. I just felt like an annoyance to her more than anything and felt disappointed when I couldn't even play the games. I'll just stick to pool, I mean it's what they specialize in anyways. read more

Went on a Thursday night and the place was packed, there were many people there of different ages and it looked like the spot to go to. It's located around a bunch of different restaurants so you can always eat before or after you come in. The service wasn't friendly, just felt like people who were getting by their shifts, which is fine imo because I get it. We gave our name to the person in front and he didn't give us an estimate, just said that there's a short line and we'd have to wait. We ended up waiting around 20-30 minutes, which was doable because we decided to just chill and get drinks. There wasn't really a waiting area, but we found a spare chair to sit/hover until our table was ready. One of the bartenders working there that night was super rude. I didn't see a drink menu and I asked for a simple recommendation for sweet drinks (her favorite to make, drink, or a popular order by customers would've sufficed) and she gave me attitude instead. The bar wasn't busy and she talked and looked at me like I was a huge annoyance. I'm not asking for a huge smile and a "my pleasure" attitude for service, but some bare minimum kindness and patience would've been great considering that our conversation was less than 2-3 minutes. I still decided to order a drink and we were given a table near the front. The pricing is fair, it was $18 an hour after 5pm ($10 before 5) and I still had fun with my group despite the unpleasant exchange. The atmosphere was lively and everyone there seemed like they were having a great time. There are other games there that you can play like foosball and darts. I'm not eager to come to this establishment again but I'm not opposed either as I did get to eventually play my games of pool with ease. read more

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Such a cool place to play pool!! The vibes are great!! Music is diverse!! Employees were really nice. The nachos were fun. Overall I recommend this spot with friends and family!! read more

California Billiards - Pool Halls Near Me - Fremont, California

Don't let the blacked-out windows scare you off--this place is worth checking out if you're looking for a casual spot to play darts or billiards with friends. Just know that it's very much a no-frills experience. There's no warm welcome when you walk in, and most of the regulars seem to stick to their cliques, but if you're coming with your own group, you'll be fine. This was my first time here, and we came to play darts. The dartboards are in the back, and you'll need to grab the darts from the counter. It's $0.75 per player, and most dart games allow a max of four players. There's no one guiding you, so you just claim an open board and get started. There are some tables near the dart area for your group to hang out, but they're first-come, first-serve, so plan accordingly. The vibe can feel a little intimidating at first, especially with the crowd being mostly young adults, but once you get into your game, it's a lot of fun. Definitely a good spot if you're coming with a laid-back mindset and just want to hang out and play. read more

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Really great spot to play pool. Extra brownie points because they have great nachos. Awesome spot!

Came here to support my friend who was in a tournament These players are serious lol, but still have fun This place is pretty big Has many pool tables I had no idea there are "different" types of pool tables for different games ect There is a full bar that offers food and drinks as well as snacks Check in on Yelp and get a cool Yelp Perk !! There are TV posted (No volume) Venue is clean and well organized Ladies restroom is clean as well Customer service is friendly read more

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Kelly gave my group great service and I appreciate her help. The establishment is amazing with a great atmosphere and I can't wait to be back. The chicken tenders with fries hit the spot. We got a ton of beer pitchers, last call is at midnight read more

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I go here pretty frequently because it's sooo near everything! Really convenient to just go to after a dinner at the nearby places! The pricing is pretty good and fair, the ambiance is great too! They have a station where you can queue up a song for 50 cents! Definitely my go to place. Only thing is you can't bring outside food and drinks. read more

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I want to take a moment to recognize Patrick, the bartender and manager(? Not sure if he's the manager I just feel like he should be) at CA Billiards, for his incredible service and outstanding hospitality. Patrick truly sets the gold standard for customer service. From the moment you walk up to the counter he makes you feel welcome with his friendly demeanor and genuine care for every guest. Not only is Patrick an exceptional bartender with great drink-making skills, but he also has an amazing ability to create an inviting and fun atmosphere. Whether it's recommending the perfect drink, keeping the vibe upbeat, or ensuring everything runs smoothly, Patrick goes above and beyond to make sure everyone has a fantastic experience. You can tell Patrick takes pride in what he does, and it shows in every detail. It's rare to find someone so approachable. If you're looking for a low key pool night out I'd definitely recommend CA Billiards, Patrick is one of the many reasons this place stands out! Ps. Dave sucks btw. His attitude is absolutely shit, and it's crazy that Patrick's amazingness doesn't rub off on his bottom of the barrel personality. read more

California Billiards has easily become a favorite of my friends and family. We came here on a Saturday evening before new years and it was pretty busy. Wait time for a pool table was 1hr. It was exactly 8 so play time at 9 isn't bad since they're open late. My family and I decided to play foosball in the meantime. I always remember to bring my own quarters because the change machine can be broken at times. The claw machine was also broken this day. We got our table right at 9 and played for about 4 hours which came close to $50. Food: Buffalo wings - 10/10 they sauce these bad boys up Mozzarella sticks - 10/10 can never go wrong with mozza Jalapeño poppers - 9/10 these are so good but the cheese was cream cheese and not melted Teriyaki chicken bowl- 9/10 portion was huge. Enough for two people Chicken strips- 8/10 a little dry but big basket of fries Cheese burger w fries- 7/10 patty was dry but the size is pretty good. idk about the men's but the women's restroom was clean as a whistle. This place is a little run down as some things like the flooring need to be updated. But overall we had a great time. read more

The place is awesome up until the point when you meet the dude at the counter. Dave I think it is. My lady and i just couldn't believe how un-friendly this guy is. It's funny how he will discourage you from waiting when he tells you how long it will be for a table, or he will give away your table if you don't run to the counter to say you are here. WTF! dude, we didn't lag that long after you called our name. My girlfriend then asked where the pool sticks were and you said in a stern snarky voice "look around". All you had to say was they are by the tables and the walls. You didn't have to be a jerk about it!!!!After reading some other reviews on Yelp/Google, there seems to be a common denominator, and that is...yes, you guessed it, Dave, the mean dude behind the counter. Dave, if you read this, please take it personal, because it is.. you made it this way! Your personality is by far one of the worst customer experiences I have ever had to endure. My girlfriend and I just sat there and wondered how much better this place could be with just a little change in attitude and a friendly experience. The food is good, lots of beer to choose from, the girl at the bar was cool, the tables are nice and the place is huge. Overall the place is cool, but the dude behind the counter has just ruined it for us to want to come back. Word to the owner, either train the guy or better yet, replace him to do something else that doesn't involve working with customers. We would love to come back, but at this point it's not worth it for us to have to go through another un-fun, unacceptable experience. I look at this place and i can it was packed and probably doesn't "need" the extra business and that is probably why this type of behavior is tolerated by many. They want to play pool and will just put up with this type of attitude. read more

This is the spot to go to so you can mop your friends in billiards. Good selection of brew, good food, too-i kid you not! Very clean spot, a ton of tables and doesn't feel too cluttered in there. They have other arcade games while you wait- if there aren't any tables available. Great lighting. They got a jukebox so everyone can pick and play a song in Que if that matters to you! read more

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[In a crotchety old man voice] Back in my day, there were lots of great pool rooms here in the bay area. One by one, they kept closing. It was heartbreaking. There are still places to play pool around the bay, but California Billiards comes closest to the old school rooms. Plenty of well maintained tables of different sizes, including Snooker. Comfortable for both casual and serious players. Good food and drink selection. Darts and other fun distractions. Not 21+, so the younger players can get their game on, and become good enough to embarrass us older folks. read more

This is one of the most underrated spots in Fremont. I've been coming here for a few months now as I've picked up an affinity for 8 ball and snooker and I was absolutely delighted to find this place. First off, it's a billiards hall that has not one but THREE snooker tables! I've been to so many billiards halls in the Bay, and if im lucky I'll find one snooker table. Secondly, there's a big variety of pool tables you can get. There's the small pool tables ("bar tables"), the big pool tables, and the snooker table. The bar tables are the cheapest. Also table rates are cheaper earlier in the day (I think before 5?). The bar is also great. It's a full bar, and I've been here on a Saturday night where people are taking shots. It's honestly a great place for people to meet up in Fremont. There's also food- while I have no tried it myself, I saw the chicken strips a week ago and they looked pretty good. Overall I would definitely recommend this place for a night out in Fremont or for a quick round of 8 ball to unwind after work during the week. There are plenty of tables (and other games like foosball, need for speed, etc) to accommodate the large crowds. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Found out about this place through work. I am not very familiar with bollards but my other half says it's one of the nicest as far as bollards go. We played electronic darts and had a good time. There's also a bar and a couple of video game machines. We came around noon so it was not very crowded. Located in a plaza with parking. read more

Pretty chill place! I love how mellow it is and it isn't too rowdy. I joined my cousins at this place to hang out before going to dinner at Sizzling Lunch next door. I think it's cool they have a bar and offer snacks here too. I only saw one guy working the food/bar and they seemed busy so I didn't want to bother trying to order. I also heard that they will make cocktails for you if the bartender is there! The one guy who was there said he didn't mix drinks so only offered the beers. Otherwise, the food looked delicious! I'll have to try it again one day when I'm here hanging out with friends or family again! read more

Came here one night since a couple of my brothers wanted to play pool. We got there and it was pretty busy. Place was was spacious filled with pool tables. Bar in the back along with some dartboards. There was like a 30-45mins wait for a table. So we decided to throw some darts. Grab a few drinks as well. We were enjoying our time throwing darts that we decided not to even bother playing pool anymore. Fun spot if you're into those things. read more

A Fremont staple. I hope this place never closes. Super chill spot to watch sports, drink, play pool, darts, or Foosball. Parking lot is very very busy. read more

I cannot believe I have never been here! I have seen this place before, just never been. We decided one night we were going to check it out. We walked here after eating a snack at STIX. Upon entering, the lights were dim and music was playing. It's a super low-key vibe with lots of people - let's just say every table was taken. There was an older gentleman at the door- not sure if he was security? There are pool tables to the left and right: we walked down the aisle all the way to the end where there was a bar to the right side of the building and electronic dartboards to the left. To the right is where you check in and put your name down for a table. We went to the bar to order drinks and snack on fries, even sharing a burger! There are tables between the bar and the electronics dartboards and that's where we decided we'd hang out for the evening. We sat there and enjoyed snacking, talking and drinking. Didn't get a table this time around because we were there just to check this place out. The next time we returned, we went all out and brought some friends along- had a great time! Overall, a good ambiance, clean, great place to have a good time and just hang out! We will definitely be back. Four stars because this kind of place is not for everyone. We had a blast! To me- it's what you make of it and whether you play pool, shoot darts or not, it's all about having a good time! read more

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Ok location to hang at late at nights with friends. Food was ok and pricey. Went here a couple of times. read more

California Billiards - Pool Halls Near Me - Fremont, California

Family friendly. Lots of tables and area. Just came from eating so didn't have food but has full bar and food. Music plays from jukebox which is very eclectic playlist. Diverse crowd. Nice vibe and totally recommend for family night or date night and all nights in between. There were 4 of us and played for 2 hours and came out to $24 . Had a picture of beer for $20. Prices are very reasonable . Would have gave 5 stars but bathrooms were not that clean and some stalls out of order. read more

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Pool tables and queries Cues were in good shape. Though busy, felt there was enough room to play at a table without bumping in to the neighbors. Would definitely play here again. read more

Great place to get out of the heat. Brought the family, we played some pool, got some tunes in the jukebox, got some drinks and food. Played some foosball on the way out. Good selection of beers on tab, friendly staff and lots of pool tables. Definitely coming back. read more

great place for equipment and services. Awesome inventory of pool related items, It was easy to find and the personnel were very knowledgeable and friendly read more

Absolutely love this place, it's home away from home for me and my husband. Patrick & David who work the counter are great guys, always super friendly and were helpful since day one back when we were brand new. Weekends are pretty busy so we usually start with darts first then move over to the pool tables once our name is called. The food is great with a cool selection to choose from. If you're looking for a fun time with friends that doesn't cost much at all come check this place out. Unfortunately we're moving to Reno but we will definitely spend a night here whenever we come back to the Bay for a visit! read more

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Went her for a work event came early around 11am we got about 5 tables and played for a hour. Prices were good $10 a table per hour you cannot bet that price. Everyone had a good time. The person who checks you in is not the friendly man but whatever they have a couple video games and darts and lots of tables big med and small read more

The burgers and food there is great and their diamond tables are top tier. I 100% recommend this spot

Such a great place to come and play pool. super chill environment, great prices, and good food as well. Love to come here and play pool.

Had an awesome time two weeks ago! Service, food, and atmosphere were great for myself a couple buddies. So good, I planned on having my birthday get together here. My wife has tried to arrange it, but nobody calls her back. She even stopped in, they took down her information, but a week later still no call. Leads me to believe they may not be the best when it comes to groups. read more

If I could leave 0 stars I would! I've been trying to book a party for my husband's birthday for the past month. I've filled out two online forms that state "booking an event is as easy as 1...2...3!" I never heard from anyone. I tried calling the phone number listed and left a voicemail message and never received a call back. I even went into the establishment when they opened to talk to someone. A worker took down my name, phone number, date and time of the event, apologized for the lack of communication, and reassured me that someone would be in touch. Here we are three weeks later and I've received nothing! We had a group of about 25 attending. Do NOT book an event here or give them one cent of your business. Obviously they don't care or need it. read more

I come here to practice @ least once a wk by myself. This is a very chill and relaxing place to hang out with good music, good food and company. I know a lot of the "regulars" who come here for the same reason. It's very family oriented and a lot of good vibes. I would highly recommend this place for any occasion! This place is like my 2nd home! read more

Wow, this place was quite a surprise. I've never seen so many pool tables in one location, as well as multiple dartboards, and a full bar. A bar, btw, that serves drinks about 20% cheaper than other bars! My friends and I love this place and will certainly keep returning. read more

Wish I had found this place earlier! - Great customer service. All of the staff are professional, friendly, and attentive - Over 10 pool tables - Solid pricing. $7.50 per person per hour - Foosball tables - Darts available - Calamari was delicious - Good range of food options - Decent number of beers on tap - Bartenders can make whatever you want - Open late - Right off the freeway - Chill place to hang out with friends read more

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This place is fun with decent food. The bartender Patrick is so hot but his best attribute is his convivial smile and quintessential customer service. read more

+ Friday evening 8pm + Chicken strips and fries + A couple beers on draft Parking was a little tight but you can drive round the corner (behind the building to find some slots at the side). Love that there's some good food options nearby and ice cream so once your all done there make a stop here to play some good ol fashion pool. Lots of confusing signs about masks being mandatory and seeing most people without it. I'm sure this part of my review will be outdated shortly. Anyhow, you'll enter in to what looks like a warehouse filled with a significant amount of diamond tables short/long. You'll get carded and stamped if you'll be drinking. Surprisingly, kids are admitted here I wasn't bothered by it. Was kind of pleasant honestly seeing fathers bond with their kids. There's a handful of dartboards here too which were pretty popular. Food is served here with a full bar? Had a great time no excuse to not give this place a try. They seem to be well established in the community as well with your tournaments and other fun events. read more