Tables for Casual Play and Competition
Pool in Annandale for indoor entertainment during long central Minnesota winters
Central Minnesota winters stretch from ice-in to ice-out, and that's a long time to spend indoors without solid entertainment options. Pool tables at Squirrely's Dive Bar and Grill provide year-round activity for casual players and anyone looking for something to do besides stare at a screen or drive to St. Cloud. The bar stays open until 1 AM every night at 35 Oak Avenue South in downtown Annandale, which means you can shoot pool late into the evening. This is the kind of setup that turns a quiet Tuesday into an excuse to get out of the house.
Pool tables anchor bar culture in lake country because they give people something to do while they drink and talk. The game doesn't require a crowd, works for any skill level, and fills the time between rounds without forcing conversation or requiring a big group. Whether you're running the table or just killing time, the tables stay available throughout the night.
Head in for a game and see why this remains a staple of the local bar scene.
Pool tables combine well with everything else happening at Squirrely's because they don't dominate the space or require dedicating the entire night to competition. You can play a few games, grab food from the kitchen, sit at the bar between rounds, and switch between activities without feeling locked into one format. The tables exist as part of a broader entertainment setup that includes darts, a full bar, and a menu that stays open late on weekends.
When you're done playing, you don't have to leave or move to another venue. The bar keeps pouring, the kitchen keeps cooking, and the atmosphere stays consistent whether you're shooting pool or just watching from a barstool. That flexibility makes the space work for different moods and group sizes without requiring advance planning.
Details on whether pool is free play, league-organized, or structured around tournaments vary, so checking with Squirrely's directly clarifies what format is running on any given night. The tables themselves stay consistent regardless of format, offering regulation play in a dive-bar setting that doesn't take itself too seriously.
Pool Table Questions
People coming to Squirrely's for the first time often want to know how the pool setup works and whether the tables are available when they show up. These are the questions that come up most frequently.
How many pool tables does Squirrely's have?
The venue includes pool tables available for play throughout the night, though the exact number and availability depend on how busy the bar is at any given time.
How much does it cost to play pool in Annandale?
Pricing structure varies depending on whether the tables are coin-operated, free play, or reserved for league nights, so confirming current costs with the bar helps avoid surprises.
Can I play pool any night of the week?
The bar operates seven nights a week until 1 AM, and tables are generally available unless reserved for a specific event or league competition.
What else can I do besides shoot pool at Squirrely's?
The venue also offers darts, a full bar, and a kitchen that stays open late on weekends, so you're not limited to one activity if you get tired of playing.
Why do lake-country locals choose this spot for pool instead of driving to Buffalo?
Location on Highway 55 in downtown Annandale makes it accessible without adding unnecessary miles, and the combination of pool, food, and bar service under one roof beats splitting the night across multiple stops.
Squirrely's Dive Bar and Grill keeps pool tables available for casual players and competitive nights alike, offering indoor entertainment that fits the rhythm of central Minnesota lake country. Grab a cue and see how the night unfolds.