Allston Billiards

Allston Billiards is an upstairs pool hall at 445 Cambridge Street. The attraction is straightforward: come with someone to play a few games, or spend time working on your own shots. The room’s focus is pool, which makes it a different kind of evening from booking dinner or choosing a bar for its cocktail list.

Boston magazine named it the city’s best bargain pool hall in its 2026 Best of Boston awards. It’s worth calling ahead for current table rates and availability if you’re bringing a group, since the business has little information online. Ask about access too if stairs could be a problem. The Cambridge Street location puts it near Allston’s restaurants, so you can make separate plans for a meal before or after playing.