History
Opened in 1912, it is reputed to serve some of the best steamed hot dogs and "patates frites" in the city. Despite its name, it is no longer a functioning pool room, with the restaurant's pool tables removed at least a quarter century ago.
The Montreal Pool Room was burned down by a fire in 1989, which according to some destroyed its original interior and had to be rebuilt.
The establishment was one of several businesses on the strip resisting attempts to redevelop and gentrify the area, which is located within the new Quartier des Spectacles.
In March 2010, the restaurant announced that it was moving nearby to make room for new developments in the district. Since then, it has moved across the street.
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