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    Pool, darts, shuffleboard, and SKEEBALL, how can you mess this one up?  The seating/standing area is large and there are tables for those interested in kickin it outside.  Great place to watch a game, although the volume isn't overpowering and the lights aren't dimmed to offer the mancave-like atmosphere many sports bars have succumbed to.  

    The open interior layout offers room to roam without rubbing elbows, and if you take your eyes off your beer and think really hard you'll be understand why it's named CarPool.  In the spring and fall when the garage doors are opened the breezy interior is a sweet spot for a brew.  But really, how can you deny SKEEBALL?

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    HH or night-cap, we find ourselves at Carpool pretty frequently.  Being Ballston-ers who occasionally enjoy pool, darts, or shuffleboard, or even a sporting event, we will generally walk down the street to good ol' Carpool.  Some of the great things about this place:

    1 - Large space.  Can fit a good number of people.
    2 - Sit in or out.  They have a large door they open during the summertime.
    3 - Games.  You'll never get bored with the number of games they have available.
    4 - Specials.  They have pretty good HH drink/food specials.  

    Recommend for a pretty chill evening.  No need to doll up, just relax and enjoy an evening out.

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  • 0

    I am a man. A manly mannish man who knows bars...and white wine.

    (See? See what I did there?)

    No, seriously though, I do like my bars. And Carpool has entered the realm of..."hey, the game's on, let's go watch it at that place."

    I think it's the ambiance. It's very chill and relaxed and I get a kick out of the fact the place used to be a gas station or a dealership. As a fan of architecture and historic preservation, this is one of the best cases of adaptive reuse you can find: turning a gas station into a sports bar. Think about it: gas guzzlers to beer, burgers, pool tables, and HD TVs.

    Okay, enough about the adaptive reuse. ENOUGH! (It is pretty cool though, right?)

    The bartenders are friendly and helpful. Good guys. The crowd is also a good mix of people who are social and conversational. It's a nice place to meet people and make new friends. I would recommend it for anyone new in town.

    I noticed the focus of this review is the atmosphere--not the foodstuffs or beer. Let's get to that:

    Beer is beer, and Carpool serves the basics. They need to take it up a notch or two. All I am saying is, add Dogfish Head 60 minute or Stella to the menu.

    Because I go there for the burgers, they're good. Really good, actually. Fries are fresh, but not overly impressive. Not bad, but nothing that stands out.

    Ultimately, I would say this is a great bar to hang out with friend and just relax for a Happy Hour and watch a game. It doesn't get as crazy as Hard Times or as packed as Whitlow's, so you can still carry a conversation and have a good time.

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  • 0

    This is my favorite summertime bar, and not only because it's walking distance from my house.  It's a great place for groups and when the garage doors are open during nice weather, it's convenient to walk out to the patio with your drink and have a smoke if that's your thing.  Service is good and although I don't generally eat there, the things I have tried (quesadillas, cheese fries) are pretty good for bar food.  It's not the cleanest place, the bathrooms are kind of gross, but I'm giving it 4 stars because the good outweighs the bad.

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    Good place for beer and sports events. Could need more bathrooms. Lines start when the place is half full

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  • 0

    I've been going to Carpool for about 10 years now. It's really a 3.5 star place, but I rounded up generously since I've been a long time patron.

    They probably have the best bartenders in all of Arlington which is the main reason that makes you want to keep coming back. Mike is simply the best. He should really get some sort of award for how good he is.

    The reason they don't get a full 5 stars, the draft beer is warm (most of the time) and the food is just "okay." Nothing really special.

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  • 0

    I have been to Carpool once for happy hour on a Friday and it was a great time! We drank Sierra Nevada's for $3.50 which I thought was a pretty solid deal. I then got a chicken quesadilla and it was delicious. Not only was the chicken quesadilla filling and fresh, but the guacamole and pico de gallo on the side were also fantastic! Overall, a nice place with good food and drinks and the service was pretty solid as well.

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  • 0

    This is the most poorly managed bar with extremely bad customer service. Our party was at a reserved table yet when I got there, there was a line and I was not allowed in. The bar was not even full and they had a huge line outside.  The bouncer was rude and ignored me.  I will never set foot in what I thought was a friendly neighborhood bar where I could enjoy the redskins game.

    Would have given the place zero stars but yelp wouldn't let me.

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    This review is based solely on the atmosphere and the beer selection.

    I had heard that Carpool was known for their draft and bottle selection (silly me, I know). I checked their website and couldn't find a beer list, but I figured I'd check it out anyway. On a Saturday night, there was zero parking so we parked about 3 blocks away.

    It was pretty spacious inside, so it was easy to find a table for 4. When approached by the server, I asked to see a beer list. She informed me that it was "all up here" and pointed to her head. Uh oh, bad sign. She then rattled off the usual suspects of yellow fizzy beers (Bud, Miller, Michelob, Coors, etc) with one or two decent beers thrown in (Sierra Nevada, Sam Adams Winter). Needless to say, we were pretty disappointed and I felt a little sheepish since I had first suggested the place. Two of our four ordered a pint then we asked for the check and headed to Fireworks for a proper draft list.

    Even though we didn't eat, I got a healthy bro-vibe from the place. There are quite a few billiard tables, so if that's your bag go for it. Otherwise, it seems like a bro bar with a bro beer selection. If you were Greek in college, I'm sure you'll fit right in.

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  • 0

    Not really much to say about Carpool, decent sports themed bar with a few games to play including pool, a couple of video games and what my group was there for darts.

    I had the BBQ chicken wings and they were good, nice size, sauce was good and they were excellently cooked.

    I know they charge for pool, I believe between 6 to 8 dollars an hour depending on the size of your group. Unsure if they charge for darts as my group was already playing before I arrived.

    Decent sized parking lot which is a plus for this part of Arlington. I would definitely recommend going to watch any sporting event or to grab a beer or drink after work. Also fun for darts and pool.

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    Just more of an FYI than a full-blown review update, but on Thursday they serve 2 dollar Coronas. I think it is until 9? Either way, this is noteworthy, and now my rating has improved to a whopping 3.5 stars for Carpool.

    Also, to rent a set of darts, it'll cost you one dollar and you have to give them your license/ID for the duration that you play. Not bad at all.

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  • 0

    Really like this place because its spacious. I hate having people all up on you while you try and drink away. The drinks here are pretty strong and the bartenders are very nice. They have a parking lot and its close to Ballston Metro. Legit place for drinks and a good time.

    p.s. their apps aren't too bad either.

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  • 0

    This place is like old faithful. It's always there for you when you want it, and you can always expect the same great stuff. The service is consistent and good to regulars, and the prices are really reasonable. This is a good sports bar come and throw some darts or to just hang out with friends when you want something a bit more low-key.

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  • 0

    As a person who has lived in Arlington for 6 years, it's impossible to have never visited this place. You know exactly what you are going to get when you go here, adequate service, adequate prices, and adequate food. However, today was so ridiculously awful, it deserves a review. If the sewage backs up, you should probably close the restaurant. If there are 100 people waiting for drinks, don't stand behind the bar and eat your lunch.

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  • 0

    I've been here quite a few times and I'm just finally reviewing it. Here's the breakdown:
    It's a large place with darts, pool, and other games. It's good for hanging out with friends or catching a game. The food is decent, though I usually went on Wednesdays for the wing special. The beer selection is a little lacking, but you should be able to find something you like. Sometimes it smells like feet when you first walk in..I don't know. Maybe it's just me.

    All in all, I would come back. It has a pretty laid back vibe and the games are fun to play with a group of friends.

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    I love this place because a lot of room.   They got many OL girls there and also a lot of college girls in their spandex.  It's kind of odd combination between why do girls want to drink after their workout!!! Take them off : )

    Also, there are few hot OL girls that I'm a fan.  However, there also many guys out there, too.  Anyway, the wings and salads are my number one choice.  The price is average and definitely good for happy hour... more HH.

    I will return just for the OL girls and HH.

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  • 0

    Nice place.  Lots of room.  Went mid-week, but the service was efficient and friendly and the food was good.  Steps to the metro so one can get one's drunk on.  What's not to like?

    Well, the bathroom.  But it's a bar and that is to be expected.

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  • 0

    I went on New years to meet up with some friends and it was surprisingly fun. It was a wonderful mix of people and looked like people who wanted a low key night to people about to hit up a club.  Our group liked it because there was a lot of room and  you didn't have to wait long for drinks at the bar.   Some of our group played shuffle board, some sat and chatted, and we danced in the new year!   The bartender service was quick for the crowd and they were very nice.  

    Great DJ who played requests and mixed the music with fun 80's to top 40 hits.  There was no cover and a champagne toast at midnight.  Since there are so many tv's everyone in our group was able to watch the ball drop.  I have never been here before so I can't tell you what it was like on a normal night but it was great for New Years!

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  • 0

    The first thing I'd like to say about Carpool is: Don't come here for the service or the food. Come here for the sporting events and beer.

    Being a huge sports bar and open layout, don't expect ever to have good service. Since this is a Penn State Bar, I'm usually here during the weekends in the fall cheering on my Alma Mater. Getting a beer can be okay as long as you get your drinks at the bar. I cannot stress this enough. The waiters take forever, and forget about ordering food. It'll take an hour and you'll probably receive the wrong thing. It's a great atmosphere here and they have TVs everywhere.

    They have great specials on gamedays and even during the week. I've seen $2 Corona and Miller lights all the time. I really enjoy it here and I will be back.

    Come here for a great time with friends over some great beer while having the change to play pool, shuffleboard or darts.

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  • 0

    I came here with new friends I met at an FDIC recruiting event. This place is a pool hall full of well, you guessed it... Pool tables.

    But not only that they also had a really long bar and an outside patio and window seats if there are too many people at the bar. My friends and I drank here and we had a lot of fun.

    It was lively and had a lot of televisions. However, I must say the happy hour is definitely the plus side of this place. It was from 4-7 and it was 2.50 for domestics and 3.50 for other select beer. I made sure my friends and I at least got a couple of drinks before time ran out.

    If you have the munchies while drinking, no fear! There are items on the menu you can order from. (we didn't order anything to eat though)

    Overall, next time I'm back here (if I ever am) I'll come back and have drinks here. My friends and I enjoyed our experience here and will be looking forward to our next time.

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  • 0

    Carpool has a decent happy hour for Arlington.  $3.50 for a Yuengling is still pretty darn expensive for happy hour IMO.  I like that they have food specials here and even though it is just regular bar food I appreciate being able to get a $4 chicken quesdilla.  

    They have a lot of bar games here which is great.  Pool, shuffleboard, ski-ball, and some video games all add for some excitement after a few drinks.  I believe it is around $20 for a shuffleboard for 4 people per hour.  Not sure about pool tables.

    I have been here for a Phillies game and they were able to put on the game for us on a large projection screen.  This is still not as good as Whole Food Fairlakes for football but it is a great place if you are coming to watch one game specially.

    The staff is nice and even though the waitress can sometimes disappear into the abyss that is Carpool they keep your drinks coming.  I can recommend Carpool for happy hour in Arlington if you are with a group.  If you are only with one other person I recommend somewhere like Rustico.

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  • 0

    Once you get through the scary, dark, and abandoned parking lot leading to its entrance, Carpool is a surprisingly gigantic bar festooned with retro decor. As others have mentioned, multiple screens throughout the bar make this a great place for sports watching. A smattering of arcade games and pool tables ensures your non-sports-loving friends can also stay entertained.

    The beer list is basic, but has Fat Tire and Yeungling side by side (still a marvel to me after living in regions where neither beer is available). Service was prompt and friendly. I didn't try the food, but spying on adjoining tables revealed what appears to be standard bar/pub grub.

    All in all, not a bad place to grab a pint.

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  • 0

    I have been here many times and have always declined to review it because I didn't want my bad/annoying experience with the clientele to bias my review of the actual bar.  This place is generally filled with rather snotty people, and I have had horrible experiences in the bathroom line.  Few things annoy me more than girls who feel that they should cram themselves into the bathroom stall to cry/gossip loudly about guys when there is a huge line waiting to actually go to the bathroom.  For some reason, this has happened almost EVERY time I have been at carpool.  Luckily, I live nearby and have actually gone home to use the bathroom because the problem has been so bad.  Because of it, I have always gone home from Carpool feeling a little bit angry.

    Finally, tonight we went on a Monday around 8 and it wasn't so crowded that I was actually able to use the (smelly) bathroom.  And I finally got to get a feel for the place as it is without the massive crowds that come on weekend nights.

    However, the experience wasn't great.  While the bartender was nice, the rest of the staff was prettyy unfriendly, especially the woman who was in charge of distributing pool cues and darts.  Which also surprised me and seems to be new - they charge for throwing darts!  I remember it being free, but maybe I was so drunk the other times I just have a bad memory.  We were just in time for their trivia night, so we did that instead.  The trivia guy had a good voice, interesting trivia, but it was not as good as Rock Bottom trivia with Jay!

    In all, Carpool can be a fun night, as long as you dont have to go to the bathroom when the emotional bathroom hogs are there.  And I actually am not exaggerating about this problem at all - EVERY NIGHT but tonight that I have been here there has been a problem with gossiping girls hogging the bathroom.

    Also, they have taquitos, YUM!  And pretty good happy hour prices.

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  • 0

    There is every reason why I should have thoroughly  enjoyed myself at Carpool. I like sports. This place has a million flat screen tv's. I like cheep beer. This place has decent beer specials on cheep beers. I like hanging out with friends at a good sports bar, so what could possibly be wrong?

    Everything else.

    To say that the waitstaff at Carpool was rude and inattentive is like saying that Brett Farvre is a little bit indecisive. Now I know that on a Saturday afternoon the place was a little bit packed but still no one should have to wait for 20 minutes to get attended to (and yet we never did get to order any food and/or drinks). I went outside because I didn't want to say something that I would deeply  regret later, only to be told that I couldn't come back in because they were "at capacity". I was then unceremoniously directed to stand at the back of the line of the other wanna-be-patrons, and not directed pleasantly, oh and by the way, did I mention the rest of my party including my ride home were inside also being ignored and NOT getting served.

    The problem is not the food, the drinks, the space or even the patrons (who do leave something to be desired) but the management and staff get a negative zero a double F minus. I'd rather watch a broken black and white TV and eat 4 week old doritoes from beneath the cushions of my couch than step foot in this poorly run and quite possibly racist, sexist and anti-humanist sorry excuse for a sports bar.

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  • 0

    Let's establish a few truths before I tell you how I really feel:

    1. I like pretentious bars with dim lighting, house music, and sexy, shallow people drinking $15 martinis, trying to decide what mistakes they're going to make tonight and with whom.

    2. I do not like Virginia. (No offense to anyone who resides there, of course.)

    3. I do not like cigarette smoke.

    4. I do not like American beer.

    All that being said, Carpool was everything I dislike in a bar and more.

    I walked in, greeted by the smell of smoke, beer, and vomit (Eau de Frat Party, as I call it), which is odd because patio was wide open, so you'd think there would be excellent ventilation. Not so much.

    All the happy hour specials were beer related; I got the one import on the list, Peroni, for $3.50, which is not a horrible deal. They did have half-price appetizers, though, and I hear their food isn't bad. But I have to dock serious points for having no-nonbeer specials (I know it's a sports bar, but what if I were allergic to hops or something, but still wanted to get my drank on?)

    The crowd is very... Well, I'll put it to you this way: This one time, LT and I went on a surburban safari (opposite of a 'hood safari, of course) in Clarendon one Saturday night. I'd never seen such a world! So much blonde! So much pale! So much shrieking! So many white people! Well, I think those people go to Carpool after work and drink lots and lots of beer. Basically, it's like Clarendon on a Saturday night...after work. Only, the girls are wearing Banana Republic instead of Forever 21.

    So basically, I guess Carpool's not *that bad* a bar, but it's superdeduper not my scene. It was chill, though. And if you like American beer and Virginia, and are a smoker, it might be your new Spot.

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  • 0

    Support the LOCALS!  Minus the tirade charades.

    There really isn't all much hype about Arlington and its bars.... there's your hole in the walls, and bars that are a little bit nicer but still within suburb zone comfort.  So if you want an all chill, no frills type of environment, then Arlington is the place for you.  If you live in Arlington, chances are, you'll dig Carpool.  DC, on the contrary is very much into all that hype and glam.  

    Unwinding after work, naturally the best choice is to stick locally, without the frills.  Carpool is my choice of venue.  While, I may not always have that feeling of glam on the weekdays, nor do I want to make an effort to even try to bother with DC....unless, perhaps I'm in the mood to dance.  

    Unbeatable happy hours from 4 - 7pm and even if it's over...who cares?  Beers are at best $5.  My favorite is the Sunset Wheat beer.  You can shoot pool or darts, or just chill out at the bar.... definitely a great place to even pre-game!

    Lastly, the crowd is so-so, depending on the night you go.  The good thing is, if you keep to yourself, you won't get bothered too much. And if that doesn't work, politely tell them to fuck off.

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  • 0

    Carpool is a like a collecting pool for Arlington's socially awkward and anti-social dudes.  Seriously, if you're not interested in seeing, let alone talking to a girl when you go out, Carpool is your place.  They also provide ample pool tables so you can fully remove yourself from socializing with others.  

    That being said, if that's what you're looking for, Carpool provides it.  It tends to be quite crowded on Friday and Saturday, with most of the pool tables occupied.  In the summer, they do have a fairly large patio to sit at.  I found the pool to be more expensive than other comparable places (it is timed, not pay-by-the-game).  The food was mediocre, with the burger being dry and flavorless.  I'd avoid the food in future visits.  The beer is average priced, but I certainly wouldn't characterize $4 Miller Lites as "cheap".  As for sports watching, I think it's only average.  There are a fair number of TVs including one very large projector screen.  There just isn't a lot of places to sit where you can see the TVs due to the preponderance of pool tables.  

    There aren't that many choices for bars in Ballston, and I guess if you live there and don't want to leave the area, Carpool is fine.  It's certainly a better time than the nearby, miserable experience that is Front Page.  I can't recommend Carpool for anything more though.

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  • 0

    Totally saw a mouse here two weekends ago.  I guess the positive is that it was not a rat and it was just scurrying along by itself and not with a whole pack.  I guess.  

    Carpool is your standard sports bar.  Much better than say Mr. Days, because of the ample room to maneuver.  The bar area is always packed which makes getting a drink pretty irritating.  The few times I've been they've covered half the pool tables which was nice because you could set stuff your drinks and coats on them--but don't you dare sit on them or one of the staff will come over and chase you off.  

    The place is a sausage festival, which means it's pretty sincere to its advertising.  The guys here aren't really looking to scam on broads, they just want to watch their game in their dirty lucky tshirts and not have to suck in their guts.  It's kind of sincere in a way.  Because it's a dude-heavy bar, the lady bathrooms are virtually empty (i guess this depends on what time you go).

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  • 0

    LOVE

    Happy Hour everyday from 4-7 with cheap drinks and half priced appetizers. $2 for salsa and chips and $3.50 for 10 wings.

    LOATHE

    Asphyxiation by cigarette and cigar smoke.

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  • 0

    I would come here much more if it weren't for the smoke.  In the summer when they open up all the windows, it's not that bad, but when it gets cold, the smoke often makes me choose another bar.  

    They have half off appetizers every day from 4 to 7PM, and depending on the day, a different happy hour special.  The place is very large, with different areas that can be rented out by groups.  The variety of things to do (darts, pool, watching sports) and the menu make this a great happy hour spot, as evidenced by the number of people hanging out right after work hours.  The number of TV's will certainly distract you if you just want to sit back and relax.  

    The food is pretty average bar food, but they come out relatively fast after you order.

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  • 0

    When I want to have a nice, fun, relaxed night without dealing with most of the BS that goes along with going out in the DC Metro area - I head to Carpool. I have been going here for a couple of years and have gotten to know some of the staff which makes for a lighter tab. The food is average but the taquitos are the sunshine of my life...especially after 3-4 vodka sodas.
    Look for Mike the bartender - he's always the one in a funny hat and is wicked nice.
    Also a pretty good place to go watch a football game but get there early if you want a seat.

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  • 0

    Shuffleboard! Haha I'm here at least every other weekend and honestly have never had a bite to eat. I like beer and I like bar games....this is my perfect mate. Shuffleboard, pool, darts it's like a circus in this place but doesn't feel as crowded because the ceilings are really high.

    I have heard through the grapevine that one of the managers of this bar is from Buffalo and a huge Bills fan so this will hopefully become my Sunday afternoon spot being that is awfully hard to find a Bills bar in this area. (Imma big fan...)

    This is a great place to go with a big group of friends because unlike other nightlife in the city you're able to enjoy one anothers company and conversations without yelling. As well as partake in some healthy competition. A plus.

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  • 0

    Carpool is a great local bar and welcome change to the rest of the Arlington bar scene. It gets major points for being a nice place and still retaining an almost "upscale-dive" feel. Big (huge really), cheesy car-related memorabilia hang from every place imaginable. I totally appreciate a place that provides entertainment while you drink - in the form of pool, darts, and jumbo TVs broadcasting sporting events - without being in a dark, dingy, smoky environment. And I love that rather than just have an outdoor patio, the whole front side of the building is open to the outside on a nice summer night, with the indoor bar right behind the patio - giving the majority of the place a great open quality.

    You almost expect to find great drink prices here, but you won't - at least not on the weekend (I've never been for happy hour). You can, however, expect to find a decent number of beers on tap and the usual bar bites for food options.

    Carpool is a fairly popular hangout, but generally not overcrowded and manages to stay away from the "see-and-be-seen" vibe of Ballroom and the likes. The crowd tends to be ever so slightly older, but it's barely noticeable because it just feels like an "everyone's welcome" kind of place - where you can meet with friends and just be comfortable having a good time. Cheers to Carpool!

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  • 0

    This is a decent happy hour venue. There is a parking lot, cigar smoking, and a good happy hour specials. Appetizers are half off and 3.50 beers from 4-7. The venue inside is HUGE, and there is plenty of room to sit in a booth or play pool. It's very close to the metro and there is plenty of parking.

    The main bar area window faces west, which is extremely bright during happy hour so bring your sunglasses.

    The food is very average. The quesadillas were too loaded, which made the pieces soggy and droopy.

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  • 0

    My favorite bar in Arlington!  It was rivaled in my book only by the late-Dr. Dremos, so go figure what kind of bar I like...

    Friendly bartenders (tell Mike "Hi!"), fast service, cheap drinks (happy hour specials are great if you can get there before 7), on a nice day it's great to chill out on the patio (beware, it fills up FAST if the weather is nice).  

    Food's decent  - I am still mourning the loss of Rocklands BBQ years ago but you can still get a decent meal to pad the alcohol.  The chicken plate is pretty good but I usually stick to the chips and salsa, taquitos and quesadillas - always safe options.

    Lots of pool tables (it can get expensive on a weekend night), but only a few dart boards (bring your own darts if you want to save a buck).  

    For better or worse, you can still smoke everywhere in the bar.

    Parking's a pain, but really, if you're going to properly do Carpool, you don't belong behind the wheel at the end of the night! (It's between the Ballston and Virginia Square metros on the Orange Line).

    I love the chill nature of the bar and it's probably best frequented between Monday and Friday.  The scene is still cool on a Saturday and on Sunday, it's to be expectedly slow. Don't come here if you're looking for the high end drinks or prissy girls. It's laid back and chill.

    I don't call it a dive, but then again I used to love Dr. Dremos!

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  • 0

    A laid-back pool bar.  It's huge inside.  A perfect place to unwind and watch some sports on their big screens.  Bartenders are helpful, food is okay and the tap selection is decent.  On warm evenings, the open outdoor areas are great though you have to compete for a table.

    Half-price burgers on Tuesdays and 35c wings on Wednesdays.

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  • 0

    So, I been here a number of times and this place is nothing really special.  However, when it's warm outside, I do like that they open up their garage doors and let the air in and people out.

    My most recent visit was with some friends and we grabbed a seat at the bar.  Great service from the bartenders.  They were friendly and always on top of the beer replacement.  

    I also tried some food for the first time.  It was pretty decent, but does it really need to be served on plastic plates with plasticware?  Come on!  Anyway, I had a spinach quesadilla and it was quite tasty.  Spinach was fresh, not frozen and the cheese was really smooth and yummy.  I'd order it again there for sure.  

    The problem with this place is that the beer is kind of pricey as is the pool.  Oh and let's not forget the nightmare of a parking lot or the parking situation around there in general.  I could think of a number of places I would come before Carpool, but it is a fun trip once in a while.  I'm sure I'll be back at some point.

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  • 0

    My goodness this place is huge!  You'd have to be to include everything - lots and lots of TVs to watch football games, plenty of seating in varying degrees of run-down and/or decrepit, 4-5 pool tables, a buck hunt arcade game, darts, you name it!  And from what I can tell, there's a decent amount of wait staff wandering around to fulfill your beer and bar food needs.  Bar food was alright - the chicken cordon bleu bites were alright with honey mustard dipping sauces too creamy, yet the nachos were some of the most plentiful I've ever gotten at a bar.  

    Plenty of nooks and crannies to watch football games.  Be sure the catch the Penn State Alumni here - it's their official meeting place.

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    Chicken fingers are really good and for some reason Carpool has the best ranch dressing I've tried.  

    Happy hour is now like $2.50 for beers and half price for some appetizers. (wings, chips, quesadillas, no chicken fingers).  Skip the quesadilla, the wings are very hit or miss, but overall a good place to meet up, play darts, or shoot pool.    Enough space that you aren't crammed in.

    Also nice when the weather is good and they can open the garage doors on the side.  Don't know when they're closing it down and having condos built there.

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    Enjoy your half-priced appetizers/beer at the bar and be entertained by Mike (bartender with the beanie, shirt with safety pins, and raspy voice). Mike was very attentive and even kept the quips coming. When we were done with our draft beer (special ends at 7), he didn't miss a cue and cracked open some cans of Pabst Blue Ribbon ($1!) for us.

    *They have their own parking lot, so that's a plus. I'll be coming here a lot more when the weather gets nicer.

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