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    Atomic Billiards

    3.9 (134 reviews)
    InexpensivePool Halls, Bars
    Closed 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    ATOMIC BILLIARDS ATMOSPHERE

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    Divey
    Juke Box
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials

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    Alexis G.

    I had been in Cleveland Park about a zillion times before noticing this place. Atomic is right across the street from the Uptown, and it's located in a basement with only a modest-sized sign to mark it. Atomic is a pretty sweet lounge-type pool hall. This would be a great place to take someone on a casual, weeknight date. It's close to the red line and is laid back with a good selection of games and beers. Atomic's 1950s/science-fiction decorations remind me of that really bad movie with Brenden Fraser and Alicia Silverstone (when he's locked in a bomb shelter for 35 years or something). I would love to spend more time here, because it's just really relaxed. As far as I've seen, no creepy guys/girls trying to hook up, no dancing on bars, no one trying to do a body shot off people's chests. As far as food goes, I would suggest eating before you come here, unless you enjoy having potato chips for dinner.

    Divey delight
    Marisa B.

    Dark, divey, and perfect for cheap drinks and playing games with friends. Pool tables, shuffleboard, oversized Jenga, and tons of board games. In DC, you really can't beat $3-$5 for a beer during happy hour. My husband and I have walked past Atomic Billiards at least a dozen times during evenings in Cleveland Park and decided to stop in for a couple beers and a game of shuffleboard last night. It wasn't overly crowded, and service at the bar was fast. Very laid back vibe.

    Sarah S.

    A lot smaller than I anticipated but it was not over crowded at all. The pool sticks were well kept, the tables were smooth and we got in quite a few good games! Wanted to stick around for some darts but had to head home. Overall, a chill place!

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    Good place for games a cheap drink. Quick service with plenty of drink options. Games were plentiful and lots of seating area.

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