Cue Bar

Cue Bar brings together a pool hall, lounge and live music venue in Norwood, making it an easy choice for a casual drink, a game or a larger get-together. Formerly The Ballroom Norwood, the venue has a relaxed atmosphere with themed decor, curiosities including a silver surfer, lounge seating and a big screen for watching sport. It is fully licensed and open seven days a week, with the website describing service from the afternoon into late evening.

Pool is the main draw, with 19 tables across two sizes: 11 larger 9-by-4 tables and eight smaller 6-by-3 tables. The larger tables can be booked ahead, while the smaller coin-operated tables are available for individual games. There is also a foosball table, so visitors can switch between games or settle in for a longer session. Pool table options include per-person unlimited play at selected times and hourly bookings, with the website providing different arrangements for weekdays and weekends.

The drinks list covers South Australian tap, craft and imported beers, spirits including South Australian gins, wines and cocktails. Cue Bar also features a selection of signature creations, including the Silver Sour, Moose Head and the Cuba(r) Margarita. For food, the bar serves casual options intended to share or enjoy alongside a game, including fries, garlic bread, calamari, chicken nuggets and pizzas such as Margherita, The Bomb, Gigi B and Hawaiian. Food orders are placed at the bar during the afternoon and evening service period stated on the website.

Live music is scheduled on Sundays, with performances listed across the afternoon. The venue’s own description highlights both classic and contemporary music, dancing and a casual lounge-bar setting, so it can work for a low-key catch-up or a more energetic night out. Cue Bar also promotes packages for birthdays, corporate launches, Christmas parties, hens and bucks events, fundraisers, team-building activities and other social functions. Its broad appeal is reflected in the venue’s stated welcome to students, young people, business professionals and families, while the combination of games, food, drinks and live entertainment gives groups plenty to do without needing a formal occasion.