Visited People's on Beale Street on a Friday evening while out enjoying Beale and decided to stop for some pizza. Ordering was simple -- I rang the bell at the window, and someone came right away to take my order. I ordered the brisket pizza for $17 and was definitely hoping it would be worth the price. It took about 20 minutes since it was cooked fresh to order in their wood-fired grill, which was understandable. When my food was ready, they handed me a pizza box, and to my surprise, it was an entire pizza -- not just a slice! That was an awesome surprise and absolutely worth it. The pizza was fresh, hot, and incredibly flavorful. The brisket was delicious, and the quality definitely matched the price. Overall, it was a great experience, and I'll definitely be back to try more items on their menu. Great stop for fresh pizza on Beale! read more

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It's all about the friendliness of Chantrelle and oh, everyone working at this place!! From the moment we walked in to the end of playing we saw and heard the most friendly and awesome people there. If we lived in Memphis we would most definately be regulars there...kinda sad we had to leave so soon. If you're ever in Memphis and want to have a great time playing pool on really excellent tables, go to Peoples!! read more

Never met a guard so rude. Wouldn't let me in with my water bottle, when I finished the water bottle tried to charge me $20 cover when bar was completely dead read more

Peoples on Beale - Storefront - Pool Halls Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

How did I not know about this place? Sure, I don't play pool, but all my guy friends are OBSESSED with it and I'm honestly shocked they have never dragged me here! This place is right next to Tin Roof and across from Coyote Ugly. Perfect place to start the night, or end the night! They have 8 pool tables, a juke box, and a stage. Not sure what exactly they do with said stage, but it is there ;). Also, can we talk about their vending machine? I'm honestly mad I didn't take a picture of it. It has everything from mints, to food, to condoms. Honestly they are ahead of the game if you ask me. I went during the day, so not exactly sure what the vibe and atmosphere here is at night, but I have a feeling we will come here late night sometime soon. All in all, it's a cool, chill place to shoot some pool and drink a little beer! read more

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Peoples has been around for over 100 years and is the only pool hall on Beale Street. You'll find tons of pool tables and big screen TVs if you'd rather relax and catch a game on the tube. A more relaxed atmosphere than most of the establishments on Beale, Peoples has its share of regulars, as well as a full bar. The bar also stocks cigars and has recently started cooking up pizzas for hungry patrons. A great place to chill, watch a game or get your game on, Peoples treats everyone like family. read more

Peoples on Beale - Pool Halls Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Peoples is the oldest pool hall in Memphis. The place has been downtown since 1904 and still has tables from the same year! Where else can you play pool or snooker on authentic 100 year old Brunswick pool tables in Memphis? Nowhere, but Peoples on Beale. Pool table time is charged a prorated amount by the hour. (that means they only charge you for the time you actually play) There's always an open table or a seat at the bar waiting for you and your friends at Peoples. This sports bar and pool hall combo is now serving up freshly made pizza, both by the pie and by the slice. If you're downtown and looking for a place to watch the game, Peoples is your best bet! read more

Peoples on Beale - 100 year old Brunswick pool tables. - Pool Halls Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Awesome!!! When we crossed Beale Street in front of "Coyote Ugly" to the People's Billiard Club...I was pleasantly impressed !!! This is a real old fashioned "POOL HALL", the type my daddy and my uncles would take me to when I was young..I mean Young..I mean 4-5 yrs old...lol !!!! Dancing the Juke Box to Elvis in the corner while the played Pool, drank beer and smoked cigarettes..Yes today that would be a phone call to the CPS...but we are talking about late 1968 and 1969...a different time, a different place...a different world...and walking into this Pool Hall called People's Billiard Club on Beale Street transformed to this wonderful yester years !!! I wanted to cry and my hubby, Tony thought I lost my mind!!!! We went into the pool hall that had 12 tables, and a few high top tables with bar stood situated throughout the hall among the Billiard Tables here and there. There are wires on the ceiling hanging down in long loops with beads like an abacus to keep the score, You use your pool stick to reach up and slide the beads here and there to keep the score/count. Depending on the game your playing..There was a juke box, a small bar serving a full liquor selection and beer selection. They serve Pizza and I didn't see anything else on the menu..but I didn't see anyone eating any nor did I smell any cooking. There was only one bartender and guessing by his side, he was also the law in the building the bouncer and rule enforcer...but everyone was having a good time. You can smoke here, which is a great plus for the drinkers and smokers...I personally don't do either but it helped with the reminiscing I was experience...and I loved every moment of it.. Tony drank about 3 beers here, we didn't play any billiards but we enjoyed watching the others. I had an iced tea and I did order One Michelob Light Ultra to sip...I gave into weakness....lol !!! but at least I didn't grab a Marlboro!!!! I definitely recommend this location on Beale Street and I can't wait to partake again in the place that brings me back to a time I long for again and again!!!! read more

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I really love People's. The drinks are good, the bartenders have always been really nice to me, and the customers have always been kind. I like friendly party-goers, so that's a plus. The one thing I love about it (sorry tourists) is the lack of tourists. It's mostly Memphis folks, the handful of times I was there. The pool tables were in great shape and I was always able to get a good drink when I needed it. The only complaint is the bathroom. That needs some work. read more

LOVE THIS PLACE!!! If you stop in tell Lunchbox (one of the owners) that Donna said "hello!!!!" They have awesome 100 year oldBrunswick tables. It's one of the best places in town to play a good game of pool. read more

Really friendly really cold delicious beer alot different than the typical tourist trap of Beale. Give it a try and enjoy some pool interesting drinks and friendly bartenders. It is my new Beale hang out read more

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Loved this place and the vibe. Friendly bartenders. Billiards tables were in good shape and spaced out, which is nice not to have to check for people around you when you want to shoot. read more

I used to love this place, but twice now I have gone in to shoot some pool and grab a beer and 10 minutes later walked right back out because the employees wouldn't even bother to come out of the back to handle the customers. The place was basically empty...can't imagine why when one group wants to pay and leave and can't and the other group wants to buy beer and get balls for the table and can't. If I was the owner I would pissed off... read more

I love Peoples. I have been here many many times. The bartenders are cool and the place is nice. Usually not a lot of people when I go but I like it that way. Its a relaxed atmosphere. There is a juke box with a lot of todays music and a variety. The tables are nice and clean and they have lots of sticks to choose from. read more

A must stop every time I'm down town I don't play pool any where else management is always super cool. I for sure recommend stopping by if your in the area! read more

Great atmosphere walking in ! Multiple pool tables. Very relaxed and good drinks.

Found this place walking down Beale street, they have these 100 year old tables that are so nice. We had a blast playing pool and hanging out until 5 in the morning. The staff was super friendly, and they have the best pizza. Southern hospitality and a slice a slice of Memphis. Best late night bar for pool. read more

Wow. I'm glad I didn't read the reviews because I probably would not have made the trip! We had a great time at People's. We came strictly to play pool, so no comments on the bar. Price was very reasonable. Waitress was on our soft drinks, very friendly and not annoying. The full size pool tables were in great shape, one felt had a tear in it, but the rest were great and ours was very level. Old abacus style score beads hanging above each table. The paint and carpet were by no means new, but clean and proper for a pool hall. Three light lamps hanging above every table so everything was properly lit. Pleasant temperature even on a frigid night. Cool vintage pictures of pool greats on the wall all around the place. Nice shot of Jackie Gleason from "The Hustler". Good size TV at the end running sports. The staff was very pleasant and relaxed. Even with the drive we may have found our new pool hall. read more

THE BEST!! A great place to have fun with friends, have some drinks, & enjoy this 'the one of a kind' atmosphere on Beale!! A must stop when on Beale!! read more

Looking for a great place to chill while on Beale Street, People's Billiard Club is the place to go. Great staff, nice tables, great drinks! Come hang out tonight! read more

First of all, great atmosphere, nice to have a chill location on Beale Street. The experience, however, was just terrible. We entered the bar, paid our $10 for an hour to play pool (totally a fair price), and started playing a game. 15 minutes later we were approached and told our time was up. I explained that we'd just started. Less than 5 minutes after the owner stormed to our table, and told us we'd needed to pay him. Things became aggressive very quickly with him and one of the people in my group, lots of swearing and threatening motions, and we were told to, "get the f**k out." The owner suggested that someone must have stolen the $10 from us, and that wasn't his problem. I had already purchased a $15 drink from the bar, and about to purchase another - were we really go to steal $10 worth of pool? Just terrible customer service. Even if some random person had taken our money and assigned us a table, give the customer the benefit of the doubt, especially if they've been putting a bunch of money in your bar. We won't be coming back, shame, cool location. read more

This is an awesome spot to hang out ! It's in the heart of historic down town beale street which is so fun to visit ! The pool and beverages were very affordable .The staff was all very friendly and I felt super welcome here ! It's kind of like my "cheers" ! I give people's on beale two thumbs up and five stars ! Highly recommend checking it out ! read more

I went to Peoples while on Beale St, besides the pool tables it has the best atmosphere and drinks on Beale. The employees are chill and its just a good place to enjoy hanging out with friends. read more

Can't rate this place because they won't let someone in with an expired I.D. Was looking forward to going in and checking things out.

LOVE IT! They have plenty of tables that are super nice and a lot of sticks to choose from. Old school look/vibe. The staff is great! I became instant friends with everyone there. They attract some pretty impressive players in there and its always fun to watch the pro's play. You never know who you will run across in there being on Beale Street next to The New Daisy Theatre. Always interesting at Peoples. read more