Sam’s Billiards in the Hollywood District of Portland Oregon first opened in October
of 1962. The owners were Sam & Shirley Chapman who opened the room with 17 pool tables,
now being hosted by their daughter Valerie Guyacy who welcomes you in. Over the years,
Sam’s has hosted many of the legends of pool, Jimmy Caras, Willie Mosconi, Nick
Varner, Jeanette Lee, Sarge Aylesworth and many more. The members of “Pink Floyd”
stopped in while performing in Portland on a couple of different occasions, played
pool, and enjoyed the warm friendly atmosphere that has made Sam’s a welcome retreat
for all who pass through their doors. Since opening Sam’s has evolved by adding beer
and wine in the mid 70’s and hard liquor wasn’t available until about five years ago.
Since 1984, Valerie has managed Sam’s Billiards boasting of an excellent kitchen,
full bar and 12 pool tables with pool cues, cases and accessories for sale. Sam’s
also has a variety of barroom games: Video Poker, Mega Touch, Foosball and Video Golf.
From the kitchen you can savor fresh homemade meals, everything from beef stroganoff,
prime rib, pasta, chicken and steaks, just to mention a few. There are tempting
specials every night of the week where the ingredients are not prepared in advance.
All meals are made to order.
Sam’s Billiards has hosted many charitable events the most recent being “Hot Shots
for Hot Lunches”. In conjunction with Loaves & Fishes Meals-On-Wheels, Valerie held
an open pool tournament with half of the dinner proceeds benefiting the Hollywood
Meals-On-Wheels program. Sam’s is not just a place to go shoot pool. Valerie is
involved in the community, it’s needs and concerns and has generously opened her doors
to help contribute. In the future Valerie is looking to have live music as part of
the entertainment venue.
When you are in the Hollywood District, stop in at Sam’s, eat, drink, play some pool
and take part in the warm friendly atmosphere. Enjoy!
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