The Shark Club
132 Bridge St
(http://www.sharkclub.co.nz/) 132-136 bridge st has heaps of american pool tables and billiard tables. music is generally from the jukebox but djs are invited to spin on occasion.
The Free House
95 Collingwood St
Opposite the Indian cafe
is a fine pub that serves brews from mostly local micro breweries Mussel Inn, Moa, Founders, Twisted Hop, Emersons etc. The beer menu changes regularly. Wine, soft drinks and light food also available.
Many bars are located in the Central Business District on Bridge Street between Collingwood and Trafalgar Streets:
The Oyster Bar
115 hardy st has fancy drinks and a small menu of seafood items. fresh oysters are available most of the time while the bar is open th-su.