Billiar ds 34 | BOROMAG.COM | FEBRUARY 2015 NIGHTLIFE & ENTERTAINMENT —over — It’s hard to believe, but Break Bar & Billiards will have been open for eleven years this August. The expansive billiards hall, restaurant, game room, and lounge has been entertaining the neighborhood from one story above street level for over a decade. Brick maintains a 55 foot long bar, 10 HD television displays, and 7,000 square feet of exposed brick beneath 12 foot ceilings—all of which form an adult playground of 14 billiards tables, 2 ping pong tables, darts, air hockey, hoops, and foosball. One of the biggest changes guests have seen over the years is the shifting of their overall concept of the space. Originally, it was simply a strong billiards-focused environment. Now, guests are finding an place where people can come in and just have a good time—an all-around great hangout. They have happy hour 7 days a week from opening to 8 pm—with opening at 4 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and Noon Friday through Sunday. Themed nights are Stump Trivia on Tuesday and Wednesday game night. Break boasts 2 pool leagues that guests can join. As Break is simply the host, more information on the leagues can be found on their respective websites: APA league http://brooklynqueens.apaleagues.com/ MAPL league http://www.playmapl.com/ “What I think makes the place special,” explains manager Mike Cerritos, “is the fact that we’ve been in Astoria for quite awhile now. We’ve seen the changes and the fads. Nowadays, you have a restaurant or bar opening up every week here in Astoria that has something to prove. Everybody seems to be going through that whole organic everything, handmade, everything rustic, hipstery phase. A lot of businesses around here seem to run on the ‘If you don’t like it, go somewhere else’ mentality. We’ve adapted many of these things that people in Astoria like, but we still don’t really have a type of vibe or style that you can categorize us under.” “It’s difficult to prove yourself to potential customers in Astoria,” Cerritos continues, “because there are so many creative, talented, young, and artistic business owners—and there are just so many places to grab a drink or a bite. But we’ve been here through all of that, and we’d like to think that we’re here to stay.” With a full food menu and bar, Break is an ideal gathering place for large groups. For large group info you can contact Mike, at [email protected] How would you best describe the vibe at Break in three words? “Dynamic, unpretentious, and entertaining,” laughs Cerritos. “Just come check us out!” Break Bar & Billiards 3204b Broadway, Astoria, NY 11106 www.break-ny.com
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