When our company moved offices to Pioneer Square, we had to try all the nearby restaurants to find a new lunch spot. One of the closest, and first, we visited was Temple Billiards. It's located at 126 S Jackson in Pioneer Square.

As the name implies, Temple is a pool hall, but if you're not particularly into billiards, don't feel like you're out of luck. There's a full-service bar and plenty of seating and televisions. I would, however, recommend the pool, as it is reasonably priced, a good escape from work for the lunch hour, and usually you can play for an hour for $3 at lunch if you purchase food, or for free on certain nights (Wednesday is ladies night).

Speaking of the food, Temple's assortment may not be the widest, but it is all absolutely delicious and fairly-priced. Having been to Temple quite a few times now, I'd recommend the Thai Melt, which is simply amazing. The pizzas are also all excellent, as is the beer. They also have a four hour happy hour everyday from 4pm - 8pm.

As good as the food and pool are, the best part of Temple Billiards is the staff. The first time we came in they made an effort to get our names and remember us, which is really hard to find anywhere unless you visit twenty or thirty times. The staff really reflects the atmosphere: laid back and friendly.

If you're in the Sodo or Pioneer Square area for lunch or drinks, check out Temple Billiards.