Table quality
Tables are consistently described as well maintained, with one review noting they were perfectly levelled.
Pot Black Billiards & Snooker
Al Karama
Pot Black Billiards & Snooker is a pool hall in Al Karama for casual games, practice sessions and relaxed evenings with friends. Reviews highlight well-kept snooker tables, clean playing conditions and a friendly atmosphere, with food and drinks available when you want to make a longer visit of it.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
446 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Clean setup
The club’s clean cloth, reliable equipment and tidy surroundings suit both practice and casual play.
Table lighting
Lighting over the tables is carefully set up for a more comfortable playing experience.
Relaxed vibe
Reviews describe an environment that balances focused play with a comfortable, social hangout feel.
Scoreboard
A digital score board is available for players who prefer keeping the game’s scoring visible.
Food option
Food is mentioned as a worthwhile add-on during longer sessions with friends.
Peak efficiency
One reviewer reported minimal waits even during peak hours, though advance booking was still advised.
Tips for a Better Visit
Book ahead. Reserve your table in advance, particularly for busy periods, as one reviewer specifically recommended advance booking.
Check hours. Ask whether the morning happy-hours offer is running if you can visit earlier in the day.
Ask offers. Check whether the three-hours-for-one-free offer is currently available before starting a longer session.
Inspect cues. If equipment matters to your game, inspect or request a better cue before settling in.
Check bonus. Ask at the desk whether a welcome bonus is available; one visitor received an hour of free play.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Crystal Business center - Office 102 - 103 1st Floor
Al Karama, Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 3:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Snooker tables
Snooker tables are a recurring reason to visit, with reviews focusing on their condition and playability.
8 ball pool
The venue is also used for 8 ball pool, making it more flexible than a snooker-only stop.
Kayak tea
Kayak tea is a specifically mentioned drink option alongside food and snooker.
Morning happy hours
Morning happy hours are mentioned as a reason to visit earlier and extend a casual session.
Common Concerns
Cue quality
One review found the boards well maintained but said the cues should be replaced with better ones.
Weekend booking
Weekend availability can be difficult, so arriving without a reservation may be risky.
Service concern
A review reported poor service and staff behaviour, indicating that service may not be consistently smooth.
Installation delay
A customer waited a day for cue-tip installation before being told to find another installer.
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The Bottom Line
Pot Black Billiards & Snooker is a social pool hall in Al Karama where you can play snooker, billiards or 8 ball pool, whether you are practising seriously or meeting friends for a relaxed session. Reviews repeatedly point to well-maintained, level tables, clean cloth and an atmosphere that stays comfortable without becoming too casual. A digital score board is also mentioned.
The playing setup is the main draw. Table lighting is described as spot-on, and the venue has enough of a professional feel for regular practice while still working as a weekend hangout. Food and drinks are available, with one reviewer calling the food a special add-on; another specifically mentioned kayak tea.
Morning happy hours and occasional free-play promotions also appear in reviews, but check what is running when you arrive. Book ahead if you are visiting on a weekend: one customer said weekend bookings were hard to get, while another recommended advance table booking even though waits had been minimal during peak hours. Cue quality is the main equipment caveat, and a separate customer had a poor experience arranging cue-tip installation.
The reported historic rate was 30 dhs per hour, not a current price list.