This is a wonderful place for bunch of friends to spend quality time while playing pool and having some good food. The floor has many many tables, prices are very decent, less than $5/hour per player when there's more than 4. Pool tables are in decent shape. I saw all levels of players, from pros to amateurs playing there on Sunday noon. We ordered pitcher of beers. Some cheese pizza. Really liked all of it. Pizza was thin crust, soft and very well made. Staff are very nice, they let us try many different beers before we picked the one we wanted. The place can be little bit better in terms of cleanliness, and have better lighting around bar area. But still we will certainly come back for more pool hangouts here. read more

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I've been coming to this billiards spot for years, but my recent visit left me extremely disappointed. A family member who is new to the game was treated very poorly by the staff--yelled at for not "playing professionally," which was both unnecessary and uncalled for. Instead of offering guidance or being welcoming, the owner chose to turn off our table mid-game and end our session without warning. This experience was not only embarrassing but completely opposite of the hospitality I had come to expect here. Unfortunately, after years of being a loyal customer, I won't be returning. I hope management reflects on how they treat newcomers and longtime guests alike. read more

Best pool hall in NJ, great food and service, totally chill place whether you want to play serious pool or just hang out and shoot with friends or a date read more

Good pool hall. Staff is great. Staff is accommodating. Great pool hall. I will def go back.

Great spot to go and enjoy yourself and enjoy some good food . I enjoy going here often it's definitely a vibe. The bartenders are nice and always fast service. Only reason I give it a 4 star is because the bathrooms could be cleaned a little more often. read more

This place had a local pool hall feel to it . Came on a Friday night and was able to get a table right away. The table and pool sticks were in great shape Girl came around to take drink orders Jukebox playing music Would come back again read more

I liked the pool aspect but didn't like the bar and bartender. Wine was cheap and one of them was trying way too hard to sell. I was creeped out by random males talking to me too; I'm sure I went there to enjoy the sport, not hook up read more

Awesome spot. Great vibe, everyone working there was friendly, and I noticed the food others were eating looked tasty. Definitely recommend this to anyone in the area read more

1. At the entrance, we were met by a sign that advised patrons to wear masks unless they were consuming food or drinks. Upon entering the facility, we observed a few individuals, including employees not wearing masks. 2. We took the opportunity to play some music. When the first song began (Reggaeton), the music was turned down. Our playlist was about 5 songs long, each played at a low volume - some hip hop, dance, and reggaeton. I refrained from playing WAP because there was a child present. After the playlist ended, someone put on a song by the Hanson brothers, which was blasted, at a high volume. The songs that proceeded continued to play at a high volume. Interesting. We have visited many great and welcoming establishments in the area. Like Biggie's, unfortunately, they don't have pool. WE WILL NEVER GO BACK TO THIS PLACE AGAIN. The only reason this place gets any stars is because the bartender was nice. read more

Read all good things and was excited to make the 20 minute trip. After calling ahead to confirm, I was told the kitchen was open late night. The person on the phone clearly stated yes - kitchen open till 3am. Upon arrival, we were told kitchen closed over an hour ago (around 10pm, long before I called to confirm). OK tables and decent pool hall atmosphere but would give zero stars based on the misleading call to get us in the door. We won't be coming back and would advise you not to as well. read more

They make you feel like you're at home! Always a good time at Castle. Never too packed. Love the bartenders and management. Download the AMI music app to change the mood!! Beware of the non regulars who randomly saunter in drunk and stupid though... just stay away! read more

Place is solid with an abundance of tables to play on. Drinks are extremely affordable even on a Friday night. Bar food is pretty decent as well, but with a lot of fast food places in the area, I would suggest grabbing a quick meal ahead of time. I was lucky enough to try multiple food items sense it was a birthday party celebration. Brisket was actually pretty good but a tad salty, mozzarella sticks were crunchy and hot, penne vodka was descent and salad was typical. When you're drunk though, everything fried and heavy tastes good. Music is a bit outdated though since its an older dj and place needs some tender loving care maybe a minor renovation. But overall, nice place to just come and hang out with friends. :Blue moon $4.50 on tap :Bottle of Heineken $4.75 :Yuengling $4.00 on tap read more

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Solid pool hall with decent food and good management. It is a reasonable and enjoyable place to shoot pool and have a few drinks.

My boss put me in charge to find a pool hall to have our employee appreciation outing at. I eventually found this place on the internet, read their reviews and decided to give them a call about a month ago. The person on the phone was extremely nice, helpful and more than willing to accommodate my groups needs. The outing was last night and all of us wound up having a blast! On the outside, the place looks small, however it was pretty spacious on the inside. They have plenty of regulation sized pool tables, a bar area with both beer and liquor. During our time there we were able to use four pool tables. We were also able to order pitchers of beer and we had heated food available throughout the entire event (which we ordered off their catering menu/available to view online). The food was pretty good. Mozzarella sticks were AWSOME! The bartenders were also very nice and quick. We were not able to put shots of liquor on my bosses tab so we had to pay for it ourselves. Not a problem! Shots were literally $5 each... Winning!!!! They had a very creative cocktail menu along with a list of fun shots to take. There were only two cons: 1) the bathroom could have been cleaner 2)majority of the pool sticks were broken and were pretty cheap I had to give the place five stars based on how amazing their service was. It was nothing but the best! I would personally love to come back here again with a group of friends! read more

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This place is exactly what i think of when imagining a pool hall. Good variety of people, drinks are cheap when there are specials, but they aren't very good. The tables aren't the best kept, but it is pretty cheap for pool. Pretty full Saturday night, had to have the manager find my group some more cues since there weren't any left on the walls. Didn't notice any pocketless tables. It's a decent spot to hang out. read more

Go here for a drink! Haven't been here in legit 20 years but stopped by for a drink on the way back from the city and it was packed on a Tuesday night. The guy Lou took our name for a pool table and was very nice and accommodating but since it was league night the wait was too long. They had my favorite vodka stoli-blue so this place gets 5 stars from me. Plus my hub left his jacket with our keys inside and it was still there when we returned so that was a plus! It was very clean and quite a scene. Recommend for a game of pool and a drink. We didn't have any food. read more

I can't remember the last time I went to a billiards lounge or even played pool. Who am I kidding, I can't play pool, but I tried. This place is cool, and has a cool neighborhood vibe, plus the music is on point, the staff is graciously racking in hospitality, and the gin & tonic was everything. I seriously had a chill time, and look forward to coming back. ***** Minnie Big Hugs!!!!! Can't Await My Next Visit! read more

We went there with my friends afternoon. There was nobody when we got there but the atmosphere was very nice. There are more than ten tables to play. The guys working there were so friendly. The players coming to place were innocuous. Everyone is playing for fun. There is no disturbing noise or anything. I will definitely go there. Just price is little bit more than my budget. However i am comparing the prices in palisades park. Maybe the price in the area is the average. read more

Good food hot bartenders and real pool players I love this place. The wings are the best in jersey burgers on point. It's 5 stars. Only thing missing is salad on the menu and that would make it a 10 read more

customers service is the worst. one of the bartender came to me to help me out with a drink . I ask what kind of drink they have ? lady ignored me was very rude will never come back to this place read more

One of the best places to play billiards, multiple TVs, bar and its affordable. Employees are generous and food is properly prepared.

This pool hall is a hidden jem if you are looking to play some pool, watch sports, and enjoy really good bar food. It will not be the best place you ever go to; it's definitely a hole in the wall. With everything relative, it's a great spot to spend a Saturday afternoon with a nine year to play pool and avoid a gangsta image type crowd. There are about 20 tables; the tables are nothing special and are a little worn. The tables have a ball collection drop, which is a first at a pool hall for me. Not sure what to make of this as it's both convenient (at the end of a game) and annoying (when you scratch... which I do a lot, more than an nine year old.) The staff is extremely friendly and attentive, but then again there were about eight people in the whole place. I'd like to see them when or if the place is ever busy. They started up the kitchen just for us, and made sure our drinks were full. We ordered cheese sticks, buffalo nuggets and an eight ounce steak sandwich. The food came out in 20 minutes. I was a little worried to try food here since it was dead, but I was pleasantly surprised. The food was amazing bar food. The Buffalo nuggets were the best. Great size with breaded real white meat (not that processed crap) . They were cooked perfectly and the sauce was great. It could use a little more kick, especially since I asked for the hottest they have. The cheese sticks were cooked just right and unlike most places still filled with cheese. The steak sandwich was on a great fresh bun of emense size with an even large wholly cooked steak that was definitely larger than eight ounces. It was probably about 12 to 14 ounces. I asked for it medium rare. It was cooked just right. The sandwich is missing toppings though, and could use some crumbled blue cheese or gorganzalla chared on it. This is an easy up sale, and I would have paid extra for that. It could have also used some caramelized onions. The would have brought this sandwich up a notch. Definitely try the food hear. I will be back to review more from this menu. When we prepared to leave, we began to clean up our plates, and the manager asked us to leave it. It was nice to hear that at a pool hall. The bill was reasonable. With two hours of pool and the food it was $40. read more

Great place - found it on accident ! Want to go again soon!!! The pool tables are average - drinks are great ! Didn't try the food but hope to next time I go :) read more

Castle has been around for decades. I'm not sure if ownership is new but there was a point where the hall was closed for a bit. The best thing about Castle are the leagues and tournaments. Yes, it's a decent place to hangout too, but if you're not a pool lover, then it kind of wears off after a few visits. You have to really like pool in order to keep coming back. There's no DJ, but there is music. The food is basic bar food and the beers are priced decently. There isn't that much parking out front but you should be able to find a spot on the street. If it's raining, you may want to make other plans if you don't want to get soaked. The hall is located right on 17 in between an overpass and a baseball field. If you're not looking, you might miss it. It's not particularly well-lit so just keep your eyes peeled. Once you get inside you won't be disappointed. Most of the cues are straight and you have a choice from 18 oz to 22 oz. There isn't much competition in the area, so you're stuck with the hourly rate. I remember when Star was the jam... read more

Have been here a handful of times. Located basically in an alleyway behind a baseball field, very easy to miss, and poorly lit, but doesn't that add to the charm of a pool hall? And honestly in an incredibly safe neighborhood. Inside is very nice, clean, lots of tables, nice jukebox, and nicely priced beers, plus decent food and friendly staff. Pool hall pricing can range from cheap to ridiculous, and this one isn't bad. You won't break the bank here, but don't expect dollar games either. I'm a super casual (once or twice a month player) and have gone with people who play even less and have always had a good time. Crowd is a nice mix of young and old, and I've never run into any douchey people here, and because there is no DJ and a good jukebox, it's not impossible to meet and chat with cuties at a nearby table. Would recommend for a local, fun night out with the guys or even an after dinner date activity. read more

Nice clean place. Tables are well maintained. Drinks are not overpriced. Friendly staff and really nice clientele. Lots of parking. One of my favorite pool halls in North Jersey. read more

I went here with my fiancé and a friend to shoot some pool friday night. The beers were ridiculously cheap- 2 bucks for a domestic. Unfortunately the bar food tasted like reheated frozen food from Costco. At best. I'd give this place 3.5 stars for the pool tables, there are pertly of tables and there is a decent amount of space between tables. Also no one really bothers you, everyone seems to come with a group of friends to just have fun. I would come here again when I'm not hungry. But I'm always hungry. So. Yeah.. read more

Karaoke Friday at Castle so cool lol. Drinks & wings good as always. Loyal customer. Waitress has been consistently nice, Tables extremely clean & great atmosphere. Great Friday outing for a couple. read more

I have been coming to this place for years as I am a regular here. They treat their customers very well and very friendly environment. The food is delicious especially the specials menu. I love it here and always feels like home! Great place to play pool or just bring a date ! read more

Castle Billiards Lounge - Overall - Pool Halls Near Me - East Rutherford, New Jersey

Really nice place to play pool and hang out. They have many tables so you can easily find a table. Music was mix between old and new. It was reasonably price to play and to drinks. It has a nice bar and TVs. Service was great they kept checking up on us to see if we need more drinks. Definitely recommended to check out. read more

Got there and was told that we were up next and the wait was going to be about 10 minutes but we waited an hour without a word and the guy that was working just left. read more

If you are looking for a great time and want to play some pool with friends, family or just a date then you found the right place. Castle billiards is second to none. The quality is superb. They keep their pool tables immaculate and the drinks are ice cold. read more

I am proud to call this pool hall my home been playing here for 5 years and I am looking to play for 50 more this is by far the best pool hall in north new jersey and hands down the nicest plays to play pool and develop your game also cool to come shoot and have some great food and drink I am always looking forward to wednesday night to spend 5 hours there playing pool read more

Went during snow storm with guys and they were open. Very nice guy at front and they offer very good food at reasonable prices. We asked if he can put the Carribean baseball game for us and he changed the channels and made us feel comfortable thanks read more

Place was horrible Rite on the high way with about 7 parking spots had to park a block away that should've been the first RED FLAG. the vibe inside is like a bingo hall and its kinda pricey $8 per hour per person so imagine the shock when we paid the bill and for 2 hours of playing pool it was like $80... Def can think of better places to spend my money... PS no females at all change the name to Sausage Castle read more

I come to Castle Billiards atleast 3 times per week. I am an avid pool player and I can tell you that they really take care of the place. They refelt the tables with Simonis cloth atleast once per year which is great. The staff is great. The food is great aswell. I've been to almost every pool hall in North Nersey, and Castle blows the rest out of the water. read more

There really aren't a lot of pool halls in the Jersey City. I grew up in pool halls during my teens and early 20s - Edgewater, Boston, etc. For my birthday, I really wanted to go to a pool hall - relive the more careless days you know- so my hubby found Castle Billiards Lounge. On a friday night, we arrived with our own pool sticks, chalk, glove and all. The staff from the cashier to the bartenders were very friendly, showed us our table and we were off. There were plenty of tables, guessing around 15, ours was in great shape and clean. It was a great time spent at a great place. Very happy there is still a pool hall around where you can just let loose and have some fun. read more

Great staff , bar was good , and pool tables are good . It a good rate for the pool but not in a group rate . If u have a big group get extra tables to split the bill up better. Drink are well made and dart board free so it pretty cool read more

Good casual spot for pool. Serve food and beer which is nice. Haven't tried the food, but beer is reasonably priced.

Nicest cleanest pool hall I have been in and I been to a lot around. People and staff are nice and friendly. Food was tasty and they have a bar! That's rare for the pool halls around. Bog thumbs up here. read more