The Side Pocket is a locally owned restaurant, bar, and entertainment venue in Holland, Michigan, created by the same family behind Black River Billiards. Built with the same community-first mindset, The Side Pocket was designed to stand on its own—offering great food, a full bar, and nightly entertainment in a welcoming, family-friendly environment. While we share roots with Black River Billiards, The Side Pocket is more than an extension of the pool hall. It’s a place to gather for lunch, stay late for dinner, enjoy live music or a DJ, and come back again for events that bring people together.

Food & Drink

We’re open for lunch, happy hour, and dinner all night, serving classic pub favorites alongside an expanded dinner selection. Whether you’re stopping in mid-day or grabbing a late-night bite, our kitchen stays open to meet you where you are. Our full bar features a wide selection of beer, cocktails, and mocktails—making The Side Pocket a place everyone can enjoy, whether you’re here for a drink, a meal, or both.

Entertainment Every Night

Entertainment is at the heart of The Side Pocket. Our lineup includes nightly events such as DJs, Latin dance nights, stand-up comedy, live bands, and bingo nights—with something different happening throughout the week. From high-energy dance floors to laid-back nights with live music, we aim to create an atmosphere that’s fun, inclusive, and always evolving. Check our Events Calendar to see what we have coming up!

A Community-Focused Space

Like Black River Billiards, The Side Pocket was built with the local community in mind. We believe in creating spaces where families, friends, and neighbors feel welcome—a place that adds to the energy of downtown Holland and gives people a reason to gather. Our goal is simple: great food, great drinks, great entertainment, and a space that feels like it belongs to the community it serves.

Order Online & Delivery

The Side Pocket offers convenient online ordering for takeout through our secure ordering partner, Toast. We also partner with a local delivery company to make enjoying our food easy whether you’re dining in or staying home. However you choose to enjoy The Side Pocket—in person or online—we’re glad you’re here.