Corner Pocket in Williamsburg
Located in the New Town section of Williamsburg, the Corner Pocket is dinner and something to do/entertainment all in one. We went with out-of-town guests and 4 of our group of 6 played several games of pool after dinner. Two of us lagged at the dinner table to chat, then moved over with our coffee to the pool area to watch husbands and children pair off.
The owner and I have known each other for thirty years, since our College of William and Mary days. She is an adept businesswoman who knows how to run a "pool hall" with none of the characteristics you might think it would have. The "joint" is as clean and well-groomed as any other family restaurant on the order of chains like Ruby Tuesday's. (As in nice but it can get unpleasantly loud and smokey.) See what I mean at their website: www.thecornerpocket.us. One third is dining area, one third is bar, and one third is pool tables. Outdoor dining wraps around two sides.
The Corner Pocket is a favorite of locals whether they are out to eat or play pool or both. Although I love the New Town location, the dinner and pool combo, and the owner, I wish the menu were better. It's okay. My husband loves the Jambalaya. However, as a vegetarian, I find nothing of interest. There is usually one vegetarian option, but not a good one. (Sorry Lynn. Lighten up on the meat.)
The Corner Pocket often features live music on weekends and it is an especially good place to go for Mardi Gras. One of the owner's favorite performers is Marcia Ball.
