Ivory Billiard Room

Brandy Young

Some people wonder why I spend so much time driving out to Ivory Billiards in Holyoke when yes, I can play just as often, MUCH closer to home in New York.. Fun with people who have become friends, doing something we all love, is why I drive 64 miles one way, 3+ times per week!!!! I've been to many pool halls and bars that have a junk box to play on with some random drunk guy, that is missing a front tooth and wants to "teach" me to play... Sure. Those are everywhere, but you won't find this kind of dynamic there. The owners are awesome and very engaged with their establishment. Always stopping in to say hi or shoot a game of pool. They have a full hall of 7 and 9 foot tables with clean, tight cloth and rails that hit true to what you're trying to do. And the amazing people I have met and the friendships that I have made while playing pool at Ivory are above and beyond anything I have found elsewhere. We don't just show up to the pool hall, sit in the corner until it is our turn, shoot our match and leave. The dynamic is COMPLETELY different! We actually enjoy each others company while we shoot our matches and even hang out hours after our match is finished, having a few drinks and playing more pool til the place closes down. Also, thanks to the other shooters there and the tips they have offered me, I have grown a lot as a player. I'm not the 2 I used to be. ;) I can't thank the guys and gals at Ivory enough for all they have done for me. Much love to all of you! Seriously! Ok. I'm done!!!! See you guys tonight! UPDATE*** I first write this 3+ months ago. I was making the trip out so much as it was... I now work behind the bar 2 nights a week! For a total in the building of 6+... between league nights and bartending. Come say hi. :)

Spaced Invader

Ivory is by far THE BEST billiard room in Western Mass !!! BOTH 7 & 9 ft tables are covered in Simonis cloth and have lively bumpers. The owners and staff ensure that professionalism and courtesy are maintained in this establishment. The bar offers some food to keep the hunger pains away !! If flat tables and a nice atmosphere appeals to you...Ivory will keep you coming back !! I've been shooting here for 20+ years !! Lastly....there are also open tournaments of both 8 & 9 ball during the week....if you like "league play"....then this is your spot !! Try it....you'll like it !!

Daniel Green

If you love the game, you'll appreciate the care the owners and we who play there in making this a real pool player's place. Top quality tables in great condition lots of good cues nice crowd. Kid friendly.

Kyle Wright (The Angry Alien)

Laid back atmosphere, clean, and cheap to play a few rounds of pool.