Spacious pool hall. Great vibes! The bartender Joe was awesome! Will definitely be returning. read more

Rack'em Pub & Billiards - Pool Halls Near Me - Matthews, North Carolina

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Some of the tables had been recovered. The food was pretty good today. The onion rings and fried pickles were fried crispy and fresh. The nachos were good a little lite in cheese. The pizza was ok it was a little heavy on cheese . Pretty good food for a bar. read more

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Love this pool hall! Can't beat $1 games of pool. Tons of tables and a huge bar. There is a machine to exchange cash for quarters.

Love laid back atmosphere, jute box, draft beer, customer service and best club sandwich ever!

Quick service and awesome atmosphere. I was here for the Charlotte semi finals 9 ball tournament read more

Rack'em Pub & Billiards - Pool tables - Pool Halls Near Me - Matthews, North Carolina

Amazing Pool Hall! First time there last week and I love that it's not very loud in there. The bartenders were helpful. Everything needs to be ordered at the bar, including food. We had the chicken tenders and the quesadilla and I was super surprised at how fresh the food was. We normally frequent pool halls that tend to get super loud and rowdy, but I don't mind driving from university all the way to Matthews for the perfect pool hall. We will definitely be returning! read more

Nice people with good food if you're into billiards. The bar was well stocked and clean. The tables were . Will return.

Best in Charlotte. Just make sure you call ahead if you're looking to make a night of it. They run leagues here daily and it gets PACKED. And when it's packed parking is going to be a challenge...just bring some walking shoes! Full kitchen and bar, that's a major treat. Food is pretty good for bar food too. The tables are in great condition. They have 19 9ft tables and 2 8ft (coin op). I like it... read more

If you're ever in a need of a pool hall that delivers not only exciting games but an unparalleled safe space for being incredibly gassy, look no further! This place will have you busting your best shots, and also your best farts. The combination of delicious nachos and intense competition gave me a case of gas I can only describe as explosive. I was practically composing a symphony of toots and clacking of balls. Despite the continuous chorus, the staff was stellar. They never complained about the occasional thunderous blast, but in fact seemed to appreciate the added atmosphere. If you're looking for a great night on the town and don't mind the occasional atmospheric disturbance, this place is for you! read more

I've been here several times to play pool. All of the staff I met were very attentive to my needs. The tables and equipment are in good shape. The other players are friendly. read more

This place is wonderful! Fantastic staff and consistency watching and maintaining the crowd. Kelly and Bobby are awesome!

A real deal pool hall that Charlotte & Matthews should take great pride in. Spacious and accommodating with an awesome layout. Island style bar that is raised above the main floor in the center of the room, with plenty of seating. It's easy to relax and have a bite to eat (the beer was cold and the food was really good!) or enjoy a spectacular view of the pool tables, which surround the bar on the front and sides. Speaking of which, the pool tables are just beautiful! They were worth the trip alone. 22 tables in all; 18 9-ft Competition tables that are vintage American style by Black Crown and Brunswick. Covered in traditional green-they are fast, clean, and have been very well loved! You just feel cool playing on them, as they show the wear of use, yet display it in the best way possible. It's very impressive. Two 8-ft Standard tables and two 7-ft Valley "bar boxes" are there as well should you prefer them. Truly an outstanding place if you're a serious pool player in need of somewhere to shoot. I was really impressed with the atmosphere and feel of Rack Em, and I look forward to going back as soon as I can! read more

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We did about an hour and a half of pool, 6 drinks, an order of fried pickles and pretzel bites all for $80 which I don't think was bad at all. The big bearded older bartender was nice. Good atmosphere. All around a good time read more

You know what. Best people. They have pretty good food. Pretty good tables. The people take it over the top to a 5 star, one of a select few. I've only have one one bad food experience, but never a bad time. The staff smiles at you. They legitimately like you to be there. It's not a hassle for them to give good service, serve good food, and listen to you, when you figure out, you can't play pool. Seriously...this place is good trouble. read more

Patrick, Rolf, Bobby & all the staff are kind and polite even when it has (& hopefully soon) will be packed and loud. In the meantime and these unprecedented times a great place to watch the game, throw darts, shoot pool and enjoy the unique appetizers with house Scotch;-) read more

Great place to shoot pool or hang with your friends. The place was very clean and the staff was very polite. They even have a side room where you can play cornhole! read more

Love to come here. The bartenders are very attentive, and they have a good priced drinks. definitely come here with your friends

Bartenders are super friendly! Many open pool tables! I would recommend the darts and corn dogs

Would come here after work. Open late. Staff are nice and friendly. Good selection of apps/food. Would recommend.

I used to play pool there several times per week (played in 2 leagues pre-covid times). Their tables are good, the staff works hard to serve and are honest and polite. There was usually two people serving the bar and they did the best they could to keep up. Food was good and has a variety. They have 8 foot tables, 9 foot tables, and a couple of bar boxes (coin operated). Pre-covid the place was pretty busy hosting leagues at certain times so call ahead about active league play or tournaments. Of course, they had large screen TV's for sports. This was my favorite place, never had problems with anyone, no fights like you can see in some pool halls. I think you will like this place, give it a try and help them stay in business! Rick M read more

Quesadillas were awesome! Mushroom sweet peppers chicken and cheese combination were right on point. Very good!

They've got about 20 pool tables at Rack 'Em, and the location in downtown Matthews helps keep the crowds from getting so wild and the lines for tables from getting so long. The food is good, the pool is fun, the service is friendly. Nothing is spectacular, but I've never had a bad night out here. They are also home to a dart league and a pool league. There's a dart tournament every Saturday and a pool tournament every Friday, and they occasionally have a trivia night. I'm a sucker for activities, so I like going out and having something to do besides drink. read more

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Cool place, lotssss of pool tables. We were looking for cool stuff while we were displaced from Hurricane Florence and this was a good place to meet up with other Wilmington friends who evacuated here. Drinks were good (my fiancé drank the house bourbon and liked it a lot) and the food was surprisingly good for a bar. It got a little loud and crazy but the bar tenders do a good job with the volume of people. read more

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They didn't want to serve us at all. I went up for 2 beers and a water and the manager Kelly wanted 3 IDs total. I got my party up finally said the f bomb to a buddy she immediately refused service. None of the bartenders afterwards serviced us. We felt extremely uncomfortable. read more

I m regular customer here , and come so often . There always have one girl so rude to me . I want to play the ball and she didn't want to give it to me . Always so rude and asked me for credit to hold you her side . I want to pay cash she said card , must card , she was so rude to me . I feel I m the regular customer here , and she was so rude !!!! read more

Great food, pool, and great atmosphere. Just dealt with a bartender who seemed to not want to be there and could care less

This was a really nice place to visit and have a meal. We were in town for business and wanted to eat somewhere other than a chain restaurant. The food here was very good and hot when it arrived at the table. The service was very good and we felt like we were being taken care of. Everyone working there played a part in making sure we had everything we needed. If you like pub food, this is definitely the place to go!! read more

If I could put 0 stars I would. The place in itself is a fun chill spot I've been 3 times now and from a scenery I've enjoyed myself. Tonight I brung my girlfriend a close friend and his girlfriend along with me to enjoy the experience and it just so happened that my girlfriend forgot her ID. My girlfriend was not drinking just there spending time with me as we have a 2 month old newborn and needed some get away time with friends. I was told that they hold a policy of if you don't have your ID you have to leave after 10 which is honestly fine. But when they came back to the table telling me this as they were only up there ordering food while me and my buddy played our pool game. I than went to the bar to try and see what was going on because this was my third time attending and I've been there with my little sister who is only 17 and we stayed until 1:30. As I'm trying to have a simple conversation with the blond bartender and ask her questions she's just immediately snappy with me so I go " I'm not upset I'm not angry, there's genuinely no issue I am just trying to understand because I've been here before and this was never an issue" her reply to me is " I don't care if you've been here before, it seems like you're the one looking for an issue" like are you serious? I served all 5 years I was in college so to have horrible customer service like that is completely unequivocally ridiculous. Like why be snappy with someone who is just trying to have a simple conversation with you? Overall I'd say go at any time that stupid blond bartender isn't there because she is a total word I don't like saying. read more

A pretty decent pub to grab a drink or two from. Often very crowded for playing pool or anything else. I would of given them five stars if the wait time to play pool wasn't so outrageous. read more

I have been coming to Rack'em for several months now since moving to Wilmington. Great tables , staff, and friendly people. I highly recommend it ! read more

This place was perfect actually. It's like a dive pool hall. Nothing fancy, nothing pricey, not too loud ... not too quiet. Mix of people... although had more of a *county* feel to it. Was here for a good 2-3 hours ... about 11pm on a Saturday night and, I'd say about 70% of their tables were being used. There's a few quarter tables if that's what you're looking for too. Jukebox played everything, new and old rock, rap, country... metal. read more

Great Billiard Room. Upscale look with down home feeling. The regulars are regulars and the guests are welcome. Tons of tables that are kept in excellent condition, most are 9ft, great big bar, good food, darts, trivia, etc. Check out Rhonda, the bartender, for information about joining a weekly League if your want to get priority for a table on most week nights. read more

This place is SO DISAPPOINTING!!!! PLEASE READ The lack of customer service and quality care for people is ridiculous. My very close friend who is NOTHING but kind and loving to all was told to leave after doing nothing wrong while playing pool. He doesn't drink but is a very sweet person & keeps to himself and his business and loves playing pool. I have come here in the past with him and heard little snide remarks about him from workers and other customers. Tonight was appalling. He was told to leave with no explanation and was called inappropriate and offensive names toward him Like "Retard" & etc while he was leaving the building . He has autism but is high functioning and most wouldn't even know because he's no physical differences and acts no different than anyone else besides the fact that he is nice to everyone. But time and time again he has been mistreated & that's just beyond disgusting and disturbing especially coming from a business...... you should be inclusive to everyone not making them feel like an animal. SHAME ON YOU. No one I know will EVER associate with this place again. SHAME SHAME SHAME!! read more

Second time out to Rack'Em. Tables are in redible. Atmosphere very nice. I was able to play for about 30 minutes. The tables are set so that there is relatively small interference. The cloth was brand new...the balls appeared to be new...nicely polished. I am looking forward to returning on a weekly basis. read more

Nice tables,good selection of well kept sticks, wish they had some POWDER or rosin cone but I guess that makes for more clean up but since you are a billiards joint that should go with the territory especially since you sell food and it is tough not to get something on yours hands that keep the stick from sliding freely. Food was killer (got loaded skins and fried pickles) but I will sneak my own powder in next time. I loved 90% of everything over than the no powder situation. Only other thing that might cause me not to go back despite everything else is that if you are hot natured this is not a good place for you. There are no overhead fans and it felt humid and was zero air movement. Not sure if management is scrimping on the a/c bill but if it was cooler there would be less need for powder if hands not clammy. If they turned the air down I would have given them a 100% posiitive rating. Was a great place with awesome food and good drinks specials and nice tables. read more

I've only been here once and it's a cool place. Lots of tables and quit busy on a Thursday night. But I wasn't there to play but to watch some friends play and to have dinner. The reviews sounded good. I wasn't happy at all. Fired pickles were reheated and tasted like it was thick batter on them. Couldn't eat them. Also had the bacon cheese burger. Again not something I would have again. And the beer was good and cold so it was ok read more

Our after work group has started to meet once a month at Rack'em and have had great fun! The food is awesome and cheap. The servers are very friendly. There is Foosball, WII, Pool, Darts and more to do there so never a dull moment! It is bright and cheerful and clean. read more

I was cautious about this place before going for personal reasons but I actually had a great time. Had a couple drinks, shot some pool and felt comfortable. Plus, it was busy but we were able to jump right on a table... I'll be back. read more

Love this place. It feels like home. Shooting pool and hanging out this is the place to be. It's always busy and new people to talk to. Pool league each week night but there are still tables to rent. The food is very good and the entire place is kept very clean. A great variety of things to do. There is always something going on like darts, pool, corn hole, they have a tournament each Friday and Saturday night, and they have charity tournaments to play scotch doubles in about once a month or two. You won't be disappointed if you check this place out. read more

Great place to come and play pool but come early if you plan on keeping a table for the night because they fill up fast. Food is pretty good for a bar. Ordered a burger and cheese sticks which I would definitely get again. Bloody Mary's were pretty good too. read more