Makenna
I have come to town to play tournaments at this shotmakers location several times now, every time it’s been a blast! The staff is wonderful, and Kelly specifically has done an amazing job both with tournaments and behind the bar! I definitely recommend spending your weekends here.
… moreJustin Cav
I love going to Shotmakers! Great atmosphere, great pool tables, and very helpful and friendly staff!! This is a sports bar/pool hall, so understand you won’t find gourmet food here. Very good place to drink, watch the games, and TOP NOTCH place to shoot pool! House cues are well maintained in comparison to most other pool room house cues. There’s always a patron there willing to shoot with you or give you good advice to advance your game.
… moreHeather Cutchin
Have been going to Shotmakers for about a year for TAP league and have participated in several cash tournaments.
Overall my experience has been great. The expanded space with additional tables, kitchen, and updated bathrooms is very nice (as a female who plays pool in several bars, having one with a nice bathroom is such a wonderful thing!). 9′ Diamond tables that are maintained very well, a full bar, and the kitchen has continued to add menu items routinely.
Recently I was part of a large group of people celebrating a birthday and want to give a special shout-out to Sean who was instrumental in making it a successful evening. From several touch points in the weeks preceding the party to the actual night, and a follow up the next day, Sean was professional and very friendly. The cost was extremely reasonable too.
Would also love to shout-out to Katelynn, our usual bartender, for her always-friendly service and remembering my drink orders!
… moreDenise Wise
SEAN IS AMAZING!! Awesome hospitality and service. Phenomenal attitude and a great change of pace from the humdrum of downtown Raleigh. MUST TRY! We came on a Wednesday night and we treated with the utmost care and the vibes were immaculate! We’ll definitely be back!
… moreStephanie Carter
Right down the street from my work at tigon golf carts. I stop by sometimes after and meet my husband for a quick bite and watch the games that are on. Staff is awesome and food is Great
… moreRay Hadad
Goodness, I did like this establishment but something has changed with the culture and management. After inviting my friend here to get us both out of the house and shoot some pool I was greeted by a great bartender. She let me know that their wings were excellent and their tables were recently refelted, she also warned me that a prior patron had spilled on one (as a warning), and as a former bartender I appreciated it.
My friend came, we ate, and shot pool. It was fine. Then, when refilling a beer I was told (from across the room) not to pour over the table. Not a problem, I let them know that I was 2 feet behind it and shared the bartender’s warning.
Again, the group this came from was seated across the room drinking with the “manager” and continued to berate my friend and I, despite listening to the Manager and attempting to diffuse the situation.
It’s fine to drink at your establishment, but it’s bad practice to speak to patrons like that. I spent over $100 and tipped the bartender well but management needs to review their training. It was unprofessional and the commentary after demeaned our veterans, which was a shame. I can’t see myself coming back given the management.
… moreNolan Ferguson
If you want to shoot pool and drink the tables are fantastic and obviously we’ll maintained and the drinks are fine and not too expensive. I was looking forward to enjoying some of the well rated wings but a warning to all that they do not serve food during the day on weekdays. No problem I’ll just order a pizza right? No they don’t allow you to order food. A problem that I’ve run into at more than one pool bar for some reason. If asked I’m sure they would tell you that it’s a “health code” problem and being certified in the health code for almost 10 years I’ll tell you this is a lie. The rule they’re usually referring to is that a kitchen cannot prepare food that was brought in by a customer from outside but that doesn’t apply to food prepared outside that arrives ready to eat. Not sure why so many places try to die on this hill but they are mistaken and I would have stayed for several more hours and spent a lot more money but we were hungry and had to leave. Disappointing.
… moreThe Apparition
I really enjoyed this place. The bathrooms are clean, the pool tables are new and well maintained. The pizza is delicious, the prices are very reasonable (both for the food and the pool tables, 3 dollars per person an hour during the day, 6 dollars per person an hour at night, unbeatable). Amanda works the day shift and is very intelligent and easy to talk to, she was the highlight of my experience. I hope to come back soon.
… moreGary Slates
Great spot for tournament play or beginners date night. Full bar and decent bar food.
… moreGabby “G-Baby” Mayo
Me and my bf came so he could play in the pool tournament this weekend and I can definitely say my first experience was great! It was a chill vibe, the food was awesome (no, seriously, make sure you order the BLT), and they have a jukebox machine where there’s songs by selection!
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