The rich history of the buildings and tables coupled with a great atmosphere to enjoy a game of…read morepool makes this place outstanding. The owner, Jim, is a walking encyclopedia of pool facts and professional players while treating each member and guest as if they are part of his family. The place grabbed me the first day I took a lesson there and we just had to become members.

If the names; "Cowboy" Jimmy Moore, "King" Frank Oliva or Mr. William (Willie) Frederick Hoppe mean…read moreanything to you, you are apparently an aficionado of the sport of kings. Not the one with the roses and 4 hoofed animals, the one with the green - Billiard Table Green (felt that is). If you are interested in expanding your knowledge of the history and pursuit of the sport of pocket billiards, look no further. One of the most unique places you will find is right here, quietly existing in Willow Springs on the North side of Archer Avenue. You have probably driven past it hundreds of times. Filled with photos and memorabilia of the sport, site of numerous championships, visits from famous billiard wizards, home of antique (priceless) billiard tables, wholesome meals, and wonderful beyond words owners, I give you the Illinois Billiard Club/ aka / Jim and Bonnie's, Jim and Bonnie Parker, Proprietors. From their website: "Today, as the oldest, most historically elegant, individually founded, owned and operated private billiard club in North America, the IBC and Bonnie's Dining & Banquets invite today's 21st century society to enjoy a fine meal, and, the fun filled game of billiards ... all presented within the charm, tranquility and grandeur of their 19th century country home" The IBC is a private club that, for a limited time (effective February 2010) opens its doors at 5pm every Friday and Saturday evening serving dinner and allowing you to check out their billiards tables without membership. Dinner reservations are suggested. Their website: www.illinoisbilliardclub.com There is a lot of information on the sport and on the facility. Jim and Bonnie's provides catering and the facility is available for events. We hold our annual Christmas party here and the space along with the food and service make the event quite special and memorable. Check out the wedding pics on the website. If you can convince your betrothed that this is the place to hold your wedding reception - invite me for giving you the advice. If you visit in the near future, talk to Jim in regards to membership in the IBC. I understand that there are some slots open. If you enjoy billiards, the cost is minimal in regards to the quality of the tables, food and camaraderie you will find here. Note that this is NOT a pool hall bar; this is a first class, family run, private facility for people serious about the sport (which also happens to function as a restaurant in order to market their services). If you are in that "serious about the sport" category, it is more than worth a visit.

I'm just getting back into shooting pool after suffering a spinal cord injury that's left me…read morewheelchair dependent. I went there alone the other day just to get some practice in and everyone was super friendly, helpful, and supportive. The place had enough room for me to roll around and there was a handicapped spot in the parking lot to boot.

I stopped by Nick's for the first time in many years. Nice mix of table types. Staff and other…read moreplayers were extremely friendly. I also had a new tip installed and am extremely happy with the with. It beautifully done, prices were reasonable and turnaround was fast.

We've been coming to this place regularly, and it never disappoints. The tables are always in great…read morecondition, the atmosphere is relaxed and fun, and the staff is consistently friendly and attentive. Whether we're just shooting a few casual games or staying for hours, it's always a good time! 10/10.

Best billiards hall in the Chicagoland by far. Best equipment, ambiance, and price. A true pool…read morehall.

Nice spot. It does get very busy and the music is random with all genres. They assign you a table…read moreand it was $10 an hour the day we went and $1 to rent a stick. They have some tvs with sports games on and a bar. The crowd the day we went was 50-60s mostly but there was younger people as well.

Awesome options for non-alcoholic drinks and they're super affordable. The service was really nice…read moreand we were given a lot of time to play. The ambiance is so cool there was even a juke box.

By far, one of the greatest bowling alleys I may have ever stepped inside! It reminds me of such a…read morevintage 90s setting. This bowling alley brings so much excitement. It's a small bowling alley. Great prices on games. I feel right at home here! It has Smith and Forge too! It's got a great minute golf course! It's got a pro shop! It's got a bar /grill! It's got everything I want in a bowling alley! What gives this place 4 stars are a couple of things I'm sure you may notice on your arrival and that is. Phone connectivity is awful! The wifi here doesn't work. Food and drink prices are a bit high. The pro shop has bizarre hours and the times I went inside it didn't have much to offer but the gentleman that worked there is just the friendliest person ever! Highly recommend!

Great classic bowling alley with a nice mini golf course. We have hosted multiple birthday parties…read morehere and always fun and well received. The people that run it are awesome and care about the place and the satisfaction of their customers. It isn't filled with screens or TVs. Just standard small town bowling alley. Highly recommend

One of best pool rooms in Midwest. Food is excellent and priced well. Drinks cheap too!read more

A great looking bar with plenty of big screen TVs and more than enough pool tables for any place in…read morethis town. The low rating is for some of the worse service I have ever experienced by the two blondes working late nights here. Atrocious and if this is how they treat newcomers or strangers this place don't need to be in business.

Pool. Darts. Other stuff. Beer. Booze…read more This is the place. I'm home. Bring your own steel-tops and go to town.

Every time I've been there, the experience has been great. Everyone was friendly and there's plenty…read moreof space between tables. I can't say much about the food, since I haven't eaten there yet, but it did look good!

Finally a billiard spot not too far and is a nice clean place. Called ahead to make sure I could…read moretake my 13 yr old for his first pool game and this place is an all ages establishment. Perfect because most of the billiard halls are typically 18 or 21 and up or charge ridiculous hourly fees. $10 a table and for my group of 4 at nearly 2 hours of fun was only $17. So great that they only charge for the table and not how many are playing. They have beverages and snacks, and although they don't have constant music, they do have a pay-for-play jukebox and will play a song here and there every so often. The only way this place could get better is having some good music going, but not having it doesn't affect the good time you'll have. Just take your own headphones.

Went earlier today since I been there a few times met an owner or manager ( white guy) and I felt…read morethe atmosphere hostile. Apparently new owners running the place and you could tell they do not like black people. They will make you feel welcomed to take your money but will talk about Hispanic community, black community. It's not as welcoming as it used to . If there are other pool halls go there not this racist place!

Great place to hang out…read more The only bar in El Paso that has things to entertain. They have Bowling, pool tables, darts and great music. Big dance floor in the back half of the place and the music is louder back there. We didn't eat but they do have a pretty decent sized menu and they serve food late into the evening.

There whiskey burger is amazing. Prices are good. Small menu for The Alley. For 3 people you can…read morefeed on 35 bucks for pickup. Large portions as well. Friendly service and staff. Would recommend.

Food was really good. The Italian beef sandwich was fantastic. Food was also well priced. Super…read morefriendly staff too.

I lovee there chicken salads here, they all make sure to add a little bit of everything with the…read morebest presentation , super friendly and quick !