Anodyne Pool Hall

Name: Anodyne Pool Hall
Address: 409 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102, US
Telephone: (505) 244-1820
Price range: $
Rating: 3.9

$ • Bars

Hours:
409 Central Ave NW, Albuquerque
(505) 244-1820

About Anodyne Pool Hall

Anodyne is a restaurant that has been around for over two decades, offering a familiar atmosphere with well-maintained pool tables and great music. It's a chill place on weekdays or a crowded pool hall bar on weekends, known for its awesome vibes and fair amount of normal people out during the week. The establishment serves dive bar basics correctly, with lots of bottled beer options, cheap rail drinks, and good-size shots. However, the staff has been described as lacking in personality, with a bartender who can be dismissive and a waitress who may neglect customers. The place has a hard stop at 11:30 PM—music off, bright lights on—even when packed with customers. Despite these service issues, Anodyne remains a cool place with good space, comfortable atmosphere, and great mixed drinks, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. The location is convenient, providing an alternative to the typical downtown dance or club scene, and has stayed true to its name as an actual anodyne for many regulars.