The original EMPIRE opened in November 2001 in the West End of Adelaide

by Alec and partners.

With a vision of combining both social and competitive play with great music in a relaxed atmosphere, Alec and partners took the opportunity in 2001 to bring 8 Ball to the City.

Starting with sixteen 8 ball tables, fourteen 9ft tables and one snooker table, over time Empire has evolved to a mix of American 9 ball, pub size 8 ball and Chinese Heyball tables – catering for social players, families, students and competitive players alike.

Empire Bar & Pool enjoys twelve pub size 8 ball tables, sixteen American 9 ball tables and two Chinese Heyball tables, with the addition of booth seating boasting an exciting fresh atmosphere in an underground setting just off North Terrace.

With areas for hire and flexible catering options, Empire is perfect for after work drinks, corporate team building, parties, or just meeting up with friends.

Free wifi, Nightlife jukebox system and live sports on offer throughout the venue.

Australian and International Events Hosted at EMPIRE:

Australian Eight Ball Federation National Championships -Men’s & Ladies

Australian 9 Ball Titles

Australian 10 Ball Titles

Australian Master Games

Australian Deaf Games

Oceania 9 Ball & 10 Ball Titles

Trans-Tasman 8 Ball & 9 Ball Titles

World Police and Fire Games

A bit about Alec!

Represented South Australia at:

Australian Eight Ball National Championships (24)

Won three Australian Singles Titles

Won four Australian Doubles Titles.

Represented Australia at:

World Eight Ball Championships, Manchester/Blackpool, England (14), (10 as Australian Captain)

Australian Eight Ball Team selection (22)

World Eight Ball Championships World Team (4)

Inducted into the Australian Eight Ball Federation, Hall Of Fame, 2010

Won World Eight Ball Team Championship 1996 Manchester, England.

Valley National 8 Ball League, Las Vegas (4)

World Pool Masters 9 Ball, Dubai, UAE.

World 9 Ball Peace Cup, Taiwan.

Oceania 8 Ball & 9 Ball Championships, New Zealand (8)

Trans-Tasman 9 Ball Titles, New Zealand (6)