Take the stress out of game day with our list of the top UK sports bars for football screenings and more of your favourite fixtures. From spots where every seat is the best one in the house, to bars giving you the chance to make your team proud by beating the rest of the squad at shuffleboard, darts or pool. Unmatched food offerings and incredible craft beers are also on the (red) cards.
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Last updated on 17th January 2024
Tend to fly East of the weekend? Trendy neighbourhood hangout Bar Kick is the place to go for game nights. As a spot that Shoreditch-dwellers would call the best sports bar in London, it lives up to the hype with a consistent lively atmosphere, fun bar games, dozens of screens and great food.
Grosvenor Casino is a household name when it comes to classic slot machines and late night entertainment. It's also the perfect spot to catch a match as it shows the hottest games across multiple TVs at it's venues, as well as providing crowd-pleasing food and drink.
The Gosforth Hotel is a second home to many sports fans in Newcastle. The high street pub serves local cask ales alongside a variety of wine and gin, soaked up by snacks and small plates that would blow any stadium food out the water. Think wings, loaded fries and a foot-long plate of nachos.
With a cool industrial, contemporary leaning to the decor and plenty of projectors or screens to sit yourself in front of The Hideout Derby is a top choice for all you sports fans. The Derby staple is found in Market Square, with big brunch plates, pizza, burgers and loaded mac 'n' cheese keeping you fed too.
If you're after a Scottish spot for live sports, then Aberdeen's Murdos Bar has your back. Not only is there Sky and TNT Sports across multiple screens, but also the chance to tuck into everything from pies to pub classics across amazing food menus.
It's not all steins and bratwursts at Bierkeller in Birmingham; this German-inspired venue is also home to Shooters Rack 'n' Roll, a bar for true pint-loving sports fans. When you're not glued to the screen? There's dart boards and beer pong tables to level-up your game day experience. The Manchester site is also a great shout.
Irish party bar O'Neill's is a Southampton go-to whatever the occasion, but especially for sports matches. There are eight screens which means you won't miss a thing, even in between trips to the bar when it's your turn to buy the next round of Guinness. Other locations can be found in York and Aberdeen.
Sports Bar & Grill in London (found in Marylebone, Clapham, Farringdon and Victoria) is always there if you need an excuse to ditch your TV for something bigger and better. Witness all the action on HD screens in this laid-back setting, with a pint in one hand and an award-winning burger in the other.
When you picture the best sports bar in Manchester, does it have cosy leather booths, an impressive selection of draught beer and gin, breakfast butties and screenings of everything from F1 to tennis? If so, you're in luck, as The Director's Box has all of this and more.
Watch sports like an Australian at Walkabout in Glasgow. Enjoy lagers and scran from across the pond as you make some noise in front of the giant HD screen. No time to get back to Scotland for the big game? Try the sites in Leicester, Cardiff and Bournemouth on for size.
Round up your fellow sports enthusiasts and make your way to The Merchant in time for the big match. There's plenty of food and drink deals at this Essex hotspot, plus seasonal offers that leave no excuse to stay home in order to save some cash — think cheap buckets of beer and £3.50 glasses of wine.
Belushi's has its reputation for the party atmosphere, and the Edinburgh site is no different. It's a great option for screenings that don't come with a noise restriction, if you're a particularly vocal fan. With destinations in Cornwall, Bath and a sports bar or two in central London, the place also promises affordable food and drink.
HUDDL is Nottingham's hottest new sports bar flaunting futuristic elements from interactive dart boards to pod-style booths with personal screens for a more intimate viewing experience. The food and drink offerings are less flashy but just as impressive, with classics like nachos, wings and pizzas.
Looking to catch the match down South? Head to Walkabout Newquay where you'll find Sky Sports, BT and Premier, plus three HD screens across the venue showing all the action. If you take your eyes the match for a second, you'll be met with stunning views of Towan Beach.
Bat & Ball in Stratford is much more that just a place to cheer on your favourite team. It boasts a number of two-player games from ping pong to pool, making it one of the best sports bars in the UK for couples who like to get competitive. You can also add cocktails, karaoke and damn-good food to your agenda.
Screening all the most popular fixtures and serving grub you know and love, there's always a great time in store at BOX in Leeds. You'll be kept full with Mexican street food, mega pizzas and milkshakes, and hydrated thanks to happy hours drinks and craft beer. Half-time activities also include shuffleboard and darts.
Get your game on at Ludo in Bath with over 30 HD screens to make sure you never miss a thing. Enjoy delicious, freshly prepared pizzas or small plates with a drink or even nab a VIP viewing spot for post-match celebrations. What's more, it's right next to the station.
The White Swan is the only sports bar in Covent Garden you need to know about. It's got everything you could want for a fuss-free game day; keep it simple with pints, pub vibes and plenty of screens, plus live music on Saturday nights for a celebratory singalong.
Making a booking at this slick pool and cocktail bar in Bristol is a sure-fire way to get your friends out the house for a sporty reunion. Felson's will have you tucking into American-style grub and a pitcher or two with the gang.
