KikShots is New York City’s ultimate directory for places to play pool and a dedicated hub for pool players. Whether you’re a casual shooter or a seasoned cue artist, our mission is simple: to connect you with every venue that has a pool table across the five boroughs and all NYC suburbs, from dive bars and lounges to neighborhood pubs, upscale pool halls, and hidden gems.

The Story Behind Our Cue: How Kiskots Began

Every great shot starts with a vision, and for Kikshots, that vision was born out of shared frustration and a deep-seated love for pool in New York City. Before Kikshots, finding a reliable pool table was often a game of chance, or a series of disappointing dead ends. We, like many of you, spent countless hours scouring the internet, navigating unreliable lists, or simply walking into establishments hoping for the best, only to find empty space where a table should be, or a poorly maintained relic. This constant guesswork chipped away at the joy of the game.

It became clear that NYC, with its thriving but often elusive pool scene, needed a dedicated resource. We envisioned a platform built by players who understood these unique frustrations, designed specifically to connect fellow enthusiasts with verified, quality tables. Kikshots emerged from that simple yet powerful idea: to eliminate the guesswork, empower the pool community, and ensure that every moment spent seeking a table is transformed into time spent playing the game we all love. From our earliest days of meticulously compiling initial listings to refining the user experience, our journey has been fueled by the desire to bring clarity and connection to New York’s incredible world of billiards.