Brass Tap & Billiards

This is an excellent place to go if you want to feel uncomfortable the entire time, or possibly even be shot/stabbed. It is a rough place after dark, located in one of the, if not THE, crappiest parts of Raleigh. Eat before you go because the food is terrible. How it is still open for business I will never understand. I gave it two stars because they do actually take decent care of the tables.

Great pool hall, really good tables. Balls are all very clean. First time I've been there and was very impressed. I even saw one of the young ladies actually scrubbing one of the tables. Top notch spot to play on good tables. Wish I didn't live 2.5hrs away!!

Amazing staff. Ask for the cinnamon sugar rim with their winter lager or possibly another seasonal beer that would match that flavor ❤️ Misty was very attentive.

Great atmosphere! Friendly service! I was able to practice pool while visiting N.C. and be ready to return Home to Florida and play on the upcoming Trick Shots league in Orlando!

Been to several pool halls in the area and this one is great. Pool cues in great condition, nice tables, plenty of people to play with, staff is friendly and helpful.

Me and my fiance had a wonderful time and played a game of pool and definitely recommend if you're in the Raleigh area.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From the moment we walked in, Misty made us feel like VIPs. Her warm welcome, genuine hospitality, and attention to detail turned a regular night out into an unforgettable experience. Misty went above and beyond to make sure me and my friends had everything we needed — from helping us get the best tables to checking in to ensure we were having a great time. The atmosphere was already amazing, but her energy and professionalism took it to another level. You can tell Mosty truly cares about her guests and takes pride in creating a fun, friendly, and memorable environment. Can’t recommend this place and Misty enough. We’ll definitely be back! WE LOVE MISTY!!!

Stopped by to shoot some pool with my son and friends. Drinks were great. Atmosphere friendly. Bartenders are warm and courteous.

For serious pool players! This is not your bar type playing pool. Awesome place, I felt like I went back in time to a simpler more wonderful time.

Nice quiet place for pool. Neat and clean tables. Came to practice up a bit before an appointment I had nearby and it was an overall nice experience.

Great place to shoot pool and drink beer! Would seriously recommend this place for pool players!

It would be a great pool bar if they didn't let jerk-offs pretend they were big money by renting 3 tables at once (1 to play, 2 to put their crap on) instead of grabbing their junk and kicking them out. Decent food. Decent service. Just not going to repeat business at a place that tolerates idiot behavior.

First time at Brass Tap & Billiards with some friends the other weekend. Really good atmosphere, friendly people, and was delighted to meet Sampson, a really well behaved dog. I'd go again. Theyou have a nice music selection. Most songs are $.50 or you can buy in bulk. If I had any more drinks I would have been looking for a dance floor! Nicely lit on the inside, clean, and honestly not what I had expected for the area. Good pricing and they accept all crowds.

Best pool hall in nc 18 tables with great staff and great food. Been coming there for 20 years

There's plenty of places in Raleigh to get your pool fix, and believe me I've tried them all. No matter if you're just a casual player, an apa regular, or a bonafide shark--if you're in the area and looking to shoot some pool (or even just grab a drink), let me save you some time. Brass Tap is the place to go. There aren't too many people who have walked through those doors more than twice without getting a handshake and introduction from the owner, Tony. This is a man that's committed to his customers and to running a top-notch business, and it extends to his staff. The bartenders are attentive and friendly, drink prices are fair with daily/monthly specials. They serve limited food menu but not a bad selection--hot dogs, sandwiches, personal pizzas, etc. Jukebox in the back, a pinball machine, and best of all, close to 20 9-foot tables and 4 coin ops. 9-ball tournaments seem to occur at least twice a week, with two nights a week also for APA and one night for Masters. Also various big tournaments and even championships played here. So obviously there are a lot of great players for anyone trying to cut their teeth against the best, but you get your fair share of casuals as well so don't feel intimidated if you aren't Johnny Archer or Ray Martin (incidentally, both friends of Brass Tap who have been known to drop by) and are just a regular guy like me who likes to drink beer and shoot pool with some buddies. If you can gut through the Capital Blvd. traffic, you should give it a shot. You may just find yourself wanting to keep coming back each week like I did.

This place feels like home. Staff is great & the owner takes care of business. The pool tables are kept up and you have everything there that you need during a pool tournament (delicious food, beer, liquor, cue repair, comfy couches inside & outside to have a smoke).

Forces you to buy bottled water and won't provide a glass of tap water. We're paying for pool and beer, it's not like we aren't spending money. That's just focusing on the dollar rather than being good to customers.