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Neon lights, strong pours, loud music, and a great staff. Now top that off with a fun game of pool with friends. Backstage Bar & Billiards, located on the east end of Fremont, is a nice change of pace.
Keep in mind that this is a bar first, hang out second, and pool hall third. Don't expect to come here and think you're Tom Cruise from the Color of Money. This place is more of a lounge where you can just relax, have a drink, and even enjoy a game of 8-Ball.
Drinks are priced about average to this side of town. No Las Vegas strip prices here. New, spacious, clean, and free of the overwhelming stench of smoke.
Regarding the pool, $10 an hour which is not bad. Because it's dark and the lighting is all neon, it will take a few games for your eyes to adjust. Tables are small, but bigger than your coin operated bar tables. Felt is also lightning fast, which means more action on the cue ball for all you players that play for shape on the next ball. Only a handful of tables and luckily I was here when it wasn't busy.
Overall, I like this place for a drink and maybe a quick game of pool. If you're looking for something different to do in the downtown area, tired of the usually bar scene, or just want to play a couple of games of pool, Backstage Bar & Billiards should be your destination.
Happy New Years Everyone!!!
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