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The Best Sports Bars in Austin

Where to watch football and baseball games in the city with good food, drinks, and fellow fans

by Nadia Chaudhury and Brittany Britto Garley Updated
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by Nadia Chaudhury and Brittany Britto Garley Updated

Without fail, there are usually lots of sports happening, especially in Texas, where football — both college and professional — and basketball games are dominating most people’s screens and schedules this winter. This means plenty of opportunities to watch games, with beer, cocktails, and food in hand.

For those who don't feel like watching the games at home, Eater Austin has a rundown of the best sports bars for everyone’s favorite teams. Whether you’re hunkering down at Longhorn tailgating champs Scholz Garten, or scanning the many televisions of the Tavern, here are friendly bar grounds where you can root for teams from Texas and beyond.

Tips: Those in search of specific football watch parties should check out Do512’s list.

Similarly, check out Austin’s best chicken wings, beer bars, and breweries. For those looking to tailgate, scope out Austin’s best bets for tailgating food and your complete guide to tailgating for UT Longhorn games.

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Vincent's

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A gem in far south Austin, this sports bar airs all the games and features daily drink and beer specials to boot, including $2 off select tequilas on Tuesdays, $3 beers on Saturdays, and $15 carafes of mimosas until 3 p.m. on weekends. The menu boasts a variety of American favorites, including chicken and waffles and brisket tacos for brunch, and Game Day wings, nachos, and Chicago-style hot dogs any other time. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

8916 Brodie Ln #100, Austin, TX 78748
(512) 291-2845
(512) 291-2845

Bender

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The easygoing bar in the West Congress neighborhood often plays games on its seven television screens, but that’s not the only draw. Bender offers an ideal Game Day menu, featuring a variety of stellar burgers, including a chili cheddar burger and appetizers meant for sharing, like its stuffed jalapenos, mini corn dogs, and Bender sliders. Round that out with its beer (Pitchers are $2 off every weekday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.). There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

321 W Ben White Blvd # 300, Austin, TX 78704
(512) 447-1800
(512) 447-1800

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Doc's Backyard

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The Sunset Valley bar is a good place to lounge and watch games on its multiple television screens, especially with margaritas at hand. Happy hour is where all sports fans can win big, with $8 appetizers (excluding its wings), $1 off all wells and drafts, and $4 off all pitchers of beer. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

5207 Brodie Ln (Mo Pac Expressway), Sunset Valley, TX 78745
(512) 892-5200
(512) 892-5200

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Lavaca St Bar

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Catch all of your favorite NFL, NCAA, MLB, NBA, and NHL teams duke it out at any three locations of the bar mini-chain (also in Downtown and Domain). The restaurant offers a revolving selection of beer on tap, which means you’re bound to try something new with each visit, and those who work up an appetite can score food from the on-site restaurant, Thunder Chief, which serves everything from wings and banh mi sliders to pork belly bites. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

3121 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
(512) 291-3407
(512) 291-3407

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Bouldin Acres

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This spacious South Lamar bar screens all the sports, including Houston Texans games, and hosts regular tailgates for Longhorn games during the season. Expect drink specials and barbecue specials from the on-site truck CM Smokehouse. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

2027 S Lamar Blvd (W Mary St), Austin, TX 78704
(512) 536-0132
(512) 536-0132

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Corner Bar

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Get in on the action at this busy South Lamar neighborhood bar, which airs NFL, baseball, basketball, and Austin FC soccer games, and has strawberry lemonade cocktails loaded with vodka and espresso martinis on tap. The on-site trucks, including the barbecue-slinging Brown’s and Thai food spot Kiin Di, will keep you satisfied when the game works up an appetite. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

1901 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
(512) 445-9500
(512) 445-9500

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Nickel City

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Named after the nickname of a city in upstate New York, this Central East Austin neighborhood bar is a go-to for Buffalo Bills fans and bargoers looking for a great place to watch games with smash burgers, wings, and Dr. Pepper Old Fashioneds. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

1133 East 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78702
(512) 987-4294
(512) 987-4294

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Star Bar

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This Downtown bar offers all a sports fan could want — cold drinks, ample spots to watch the game, and food from one of Austin’s most lauded pizzerias, Via 313. The epic bloody marys — often accompanied by a chicken sandwich, mini sausages, cheese, donuts, peppers, and pickles — are meals in themselves. Star Bar is a mainstay in particular for football and hockey fans, especially for the University of Wisconsin football team, the Badgers, the Green Bay Packers, and the Longhorns. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

600 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78701
(512) 477-8550
(512) 477-8550

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Skinny's Off Track Bar

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For good cocktails and bar foods, head to this Central East Austin bar, with lots of Austin FC, NFL, and college football watch parties. Expect planned specials for UT Longhorn games, $1 domestic drafts every Thursday all night, and free games of pool and half-priced frozen on Wednesdays. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

1806 E 12th St, Austin, TX 78702
(512) 363-5558
(512) 363-5558

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The Tavern

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Though this historic Downtown bar is home to fans of the Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Arsenal and FC Barcelona soccer teams, bargoers can watch any sports game on one of the 46 televisions. Its daily happy hour and updated food menu are all the more reason to visit, with its bite-sized Tavern White Wings, which are stuffed with jalapeno, wrapped in bacon, and tossed in your choice of sauce with a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing. here are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

922 W 12th St, Austin, TX 78703
(512) 320-8377
(512) 320-8377

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Scholz Garten

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Historically, the Downtown beer garden has always been a University of Texas Longhorns destination. In 1893, it’s where the team celebrated its early wins, so it’s a fitting place to watch college football games and many other sports. Plus, the beer is cold, and the food is filling — with potato pancakes served with a choice of mushroom bacon gravy, applesauce, or heavy cream. jumbo smoked wings, and giant Bavarian pretzels served with bier cheese. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

1607 San Jacinto Blvd (at E 17th St), Austin, TX 78701
(512) 474-1958
(512) 474-1958

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Haymaker

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Sports-watching and sandwiches steal the show at this Cherrywood neighborhood bar. Longhorn, Detroit Lions (football), and general soccer fans will feel at home here, but especially when they bite into the signature Haymaker, a handheld stuffed with rare roast beef and topped with a combination of French fries, gruyere sauce, slaw, tomatoes, and a fried egg. Drinks specials are also offered daily, including $4 bloody marys, mimosas, and sangrias on Sundays, and $2 off all pints and Texas liquor on Tuesdays. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

2310 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722
(512) 243-6702
(512) 243-6702

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Posse East

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Located near the stadium, the campus bar is perfect for tailgating during Longhorn games and other sports. Snack on chili cheese tots, perfectly greasy burgers, queso, and drinks, and enjoy the game on the patio courtesy of the outside television screens. Visit on Tuesdays for Trivia Night, which starts at 7 p.m. and offers cash prizes and $3 domestic beers. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

2900 Duval St, Austin, TX 78705
(512) 477-2111
(512) 477-2111

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Crown & Anchor Pub

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Open daily, this North Campus bar and restaurant is an easy place to hole up and watch games, especially with its iconic burger that’s made with grilled patties made with finely ground beef and topped on a fresh white bun, and its daily beer specials. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

2911 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78705
(512) 322-9168
(512) 322-9168

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B.D. Riley's Irish Pub

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The Mueller Irish bar is home to the most Irish-slash-New England teams out there: the Patriots and Fighting Irish, plus it’s a major soccer headquarters. Delight in dishes like fish and chips, Shepherd’s Pie, and a full Irish breakfast comprised of eggs, Irish bacon, sausage, black and white puddings, grilled tomato, mushrooms, and toasted homemade soda bread. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

1905 Aldrich St #130, Austin, TX 78723
(512) 580-3782
(512) 580-3782

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Billy's on Burnet

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Green Bay Packers fans don’t have to feel out of place in Austin. This Rosedale bar serves as a home base for the Cheeseheads, offering more than 30 beers on draft, burgers, and hot dogs for game day fuel. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

2105 Hancock Dr, Austin, TX 78756
(512) 407-9305
(512) 407-9305

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Cover 3

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It’s all sports, all the time at the Cover bar locations, which include outposts in Anderson Lane, Roundrock, and San Antonio, plus a Cover 2 location on Research Lane in Austin. The restaurant gets festive with weekday social hours boasting drinks specials, and a weekend brunch with bloody mary and bubbles bar that can take any game-watching experience up a notch. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

2700 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX 78757
(512) 374-1121
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Mister Tramps Sports Pub and Cafe

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Besides holding open mics and trivia, the North Austin bar is headquarters for plenty of soccer and football fans thanks to its variety of local and craft beers and a food menu that hits all the favorites, including burgers, handmade pizza, salads, and plenty of appetizers. Daily specials are an added bonus. Indoor and outdoor dine-in seating is available.

8565 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78758
(512) 837-3500
(512) 837-3500

The Bon Aire

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The North Shoal Creek bar with Midwestern vibes is a good place for all-round sports, especially for fans of the football team Pittsburgh Steelers, the college football team Longhorns, the soccer team Austin FC, the baseball team the St. Louis Cardinals, the hockey team the St. Louis Blues, Texas Tech football team the Red Raiders, and the University of Kentucky men’s basketball team the Wildcats. Food-wise, there are a bunch of burgers, seafood, and kabobs, plus beers and drinks. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

9070 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78758
(512) 284-7038
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Vincent's

8916 Brodie Ln #100, Austin, TX 78748

A gem in far south Austin, this sports bar airs all the games and features daily drink and beer specials to boot, including $2 off select tequilas on Tuesdays, $3 beers on Saturdays, and $15 carafes of mimosas until 3 p.m. on weekends. The menu boasts a variety of American favorites, including chicken and waffles and brisket tacos for brunch, and Game Day wings, nachos, and Chicago-style hot dogs any other time. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

8916 Brodie Ln #100, Austin, TX 78748
(512) 291-2845
(512) 291-2845

Bender

321 W Ben White Blvd # 300, Austin, TX 78704

The easygoing bar in the West Congress neighborhood often plays games on its seven television screens, but that’s not the only draw. Bender offers an ideal Game Day menu, featuring a variety of stellar burgers, including a chili cheddar burger and appetizers meant for sharing, like its stuffed jalapenos, mini corn dogs, and Bender sliders. Round that out with its beer (Pitchers are $2 off every weekday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.). There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

321 W Ben White Blvd # 300, Austin, TX 78704
(512) 447-1800
(512) 447-1800

Doc's Backyard

5207 Brodie Ln (Mo Pac Expressway), Sunset Valley, TX 78745

The Sunset Valley bar is a good place to lounge and watch games on its multiple television screens, especially with margaritas at hand. Happy hour is where all sports fans can win big, with $8 appetizers (excluding its wings), $1 off all wells and drafts, and $4 off all pitchers of beer. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

5207 Brodie Ln (Mo Pac Expressway), Sunset Valley, TX 78745
(512) 892-5200
(512) 892-5200

Lavaca St Bar

3121 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

Catch all of your favorite NFL, NCAA, MLB, NBA, and NHL teams duke it out at any three locations of the bar mini-chain (also in Downtown and Domain). The restaurant offers a revolving selection of beer on tap, which means you’re bound to try something new with each visit, and those who work up an appetite can score food from the on-site restaurant, Thunder Chief, which serves everything from wings and banh mi sliders to pork belly bites. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

3121 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
(512) 291-3407
(512) 291-3407

Bouldin Acres

2027 S Lamar Blvd (W Mary St), Austin, TX 78704

This spacious South Lamar bar screens all the sports, including Houston Texans games, and hosts regular tailgates for Longhorn games during the season. Expect drink specials and barbecue specials from the on-site truck CM Smokehouse. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

2027 S Lamar Blvd (W Mary St), Austin, TX 78704
(512) 536-0132
(512) 536-0132

Corner Bar

1901 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

Get in on the action at this busy South Lamar neighborhood bar, which airs NFL, baseball, basketball, and Austin FC soccer games, and has strawberry lemonade cocktails loaded with vodka and espresso martinis on tap. The on-site trucks, including the barbecue-slinging Brown’s and Thai food spot Kiin Di, will keep you satisfied when the game works up an appetite. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

1901 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
(512) 445-9500
(512) 445-9500

Nickel City

1133 East 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78702

Named after the nickname of a city in upstate New York, this Central East Austin neighborhood bar is a go-to for Buffalo Bills fans and bargoers looking for a great place to watch games with smash burgers, wings, and Dr. Pepper Old Fashioneds. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

1133 East 11th Street, Austin, Texas 78702
(512) 987-4294
(512) 987-4294

Star Bar

600 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78701

This Downtown bar offers all a sports fan could want — cold drinks, ample spots to watch the game, and food from one of Austin’s most lauded pizzerias, Via 313. The epic bloody marys — often accompanied by a chicken sandwich, mini sausages, cheese, donuts, peppers, and pickles — are meals in themselves. Star Bar is a mainstay in particular for football and hockey fans, especially for the University of Wisconsin football team, the Badgers, the Green Bay Packers, and the Longhorns. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

600 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78701
(512) 477-8550
(512) 477-8550

Skinny's Off Track Bar

1806 E 12th St, Austin, TX 78702

For good cocktails and bar foods, head to this Central East Austin bar, with lots of Austin FC, NFL, and college football watch parties. Expect planned specials for UT Longhorn games, $1 domestic drafts every Thursday all night, and free games of pool and half-priced frozen on Wednesdays. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

1806 E 12th St, Austin, TX 78702
(512) 363-5558
(512) 363-5558

The Tavern

922 W 12th St, Austin, TX 78703

Though this historic Downtown bar is home to fans of the Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Arsenal and FC Barcelona soccer teams, bargoers can watch any sports game on one of the 46 televisions. Its daily happy hour and updated food menu are all the more reason to visit, with its bite-sized Tavern White Wings, which are stuffed with jalapeno, wrapped in bacon, and tossed in your choice of sauce with a side of ranch or blue cheese dressing. here are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

922 W 12th St, Austin, TX 78703
(512) 320-8377
(512) 320-8377

Scholz Garten

1607 San Jacinto Blvd (at E 17th St), Austin, TX 78701

Historically, the Downtown beer garden has always been a University of Texas Longhorns destination. In 1893, it’s where the team celebrated its early wins, so it’s a fitting place to watch college football games and many other sports. Plus, the beer is cold, and the food is filling — with potato pancakes served with a choice of mushroom bacon gravy, applesauce, or heavy cream. jumbo smoked wings, and giant Bavarian pretzels served with bier cheese. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

1607 San Jacinto Blvd (at E 17th St), Austin, TX 78701
(512) 474-1958
(512) 474-1958

Haymaker

2310 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722

Sports-watching and sandwiches steal the show at this Cherrywood neighborhood bar. Longhorn, Detroit Lions (football), and general soccer fans will feel at home here, but especially when they bite into the signature Haymaker, a handheld stuffed with rare roast beef and topped with a combination of French fries, gruyere sauce, slaw, tomatoes, and a fried egg. Drinks specials are also offered daily, including $4 bloody marys, mimosas, and sangrias on Sundays, and $2 off all pints and Texas liquor on Tuesdays. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

2310 Manor Rd, Austin, TX 78722
(512) 243-6702
(512) 243-6702

Posse East

2900 Duval St, Austin, TX 78705

Located near the stadium, the campus bar is perfect for tailgating during Longhorn games and other sports. Snack on chili cheese tots, perfectly greasy burgers, queso, and drinks, and enjoy the game on the patio courtesy of the outside television screens. Visit on Tuesdays for Trivia Night, which starts at 7 p.m. and offers cash prizes and $3 domestic beers. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

2900 Duval St, Austin, TX 78705
(512) 477-2111
(512) 477-2111

Crown & Anchor Pub

2911 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78705

Open daily, this North Campus bar and restaurant is an easy place to hole up and watch games, especially with its iconic burger that’s made with grilled patties made with finely ground beef and topped on a fresh white bun, and its daily beer specials. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

2911 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78705
(512) 322-9168
(512) 322-9168

B.D. Riley's Irish Pub

1905 Aldrich St #130, Austin, TX 78723

The Mueller Irish bar is home to the most Irish-slash-New England teams out there: the Patriots and Fighting Irish, plus it’s a major soccer headquarters. Delight in dishes like fish and chips, Shepherd’s Pie, and a full Irish breakfast comprised of eggs, Irish bacon, sausage, black and white puddings, grilled tomato, mushrooms, and toasted homemade soda bread. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

1905 Aldrich St #130, Austin, TX 78723
(512) 580-3782
(512) 580-3782

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Billy's on Burnet

2105 Hancock Dr, Austin, TX 78756

Green Bay Packers fans don’t have to feel out of place in Austin. This Rosedale bar serves as a home base for the Cheeseheads, offering more than 30 beers on draft, burgers, and hot dogs for game day fuel. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

2105 Hancock Dr, Austin, TX 78756
(512) 407-9305
(512) 407-9305

Cover 3

2700 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX 78757

It’s all sports, all the time at the Cover bar locations, which include outposts in Anderson Lane, Roundrock, and San Antonio, plus a Cover 2 location on Research Lane in Austin. The restaurant gets festive with weekday social hours boasting drinks specials, and a weekend brunch with bloody mary and bubbles bar that can take any game-watching experience up a notch. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

2700 W Anderson Ln, Austin, TX 78757
(512) 374-1121
(512) 374-1121

Mister Tramps Sports Pub and Cafe

8565 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78758

Besides holding open mics and trivia, the North Austin bar is headquarters for plenty of soccer and football fans thanks to its variety of local and craft beers and a food menu that hits all the favorites, including burgers, handmade pizza, salads, and plenty of appetizers. Daily specials are an added bonus. Indoor and outdoor dine-in seating is available.

8565 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78758
(512) 837-3500
(512) 837-3500

The Bon Aire

9070 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78758

The North Shoal Creek bar with Midwestern vibes is a good place for all-round sports, especially for fans of the football team Pittsburgh Steelers, the college football team Longhorns, the soccer team Austin FC, the baseball team the St. Louis Cardinals, the hockey team the St. Louis Blues, Texas Tech football team the Red Raiders, and the University of Kentucky men’s basketball team the Wildcats. Food-wise, there are a bunch of burgers, seafood, and kabobs, plus beers and drinks. There are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas.

9070 Research Blvd, Austin, TX 78758
(512) 284-7038
(512) 284-7038

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