Best Sports Bars in New York 2024

Where to find the best sports bars in New York? You can watch your favourite team or sport in one of the many sports pubs in New York. Besides American sports like baseball and ice hockey, you can also watch football and Formula 1. If you want to root for your favourite team, visit local bars and connect with others who share your passion, head to a sports bar in New York. I have listed below the best bars in New York for watching sports.

Sports Bars in New York

The bars where you can watch sports in New York are known for their good atmosphere. People cheer for their favourite sport and/or team. If you wish to do the same, I have a few tips for you:

• Be on time! Especially during important matches, sports bars can be crowded. If you want to get a (good) seat, arrive at least an hour before the match.
• If you want to watch a specific game that is not displayed on any of the screens, ask the bartender! They can often search for your desired sports match and turn it on.
• Most bars open early for important events like football games and Formula 1. Always check the opening hours before going to the bar.
• For individuals under 21, the rules differ from place to place. Before going to a bar, check what rules apply there.
• No matter which team you root for, the bars are always open to all and have a friendly vibe.

1. The Football Factory at Legends

   The Football Factory at Legends is one of the best football bars in NYC. It’s a sports bar that has people, places and New York legends as its main focus. The place has a casual atmosphere and combines simple but good food with a football match. Legends loves football fans so much that it opened a space completely dedicated to football, called The Football Factory (using the international name of the game, instead of the American name soccer). They screen many championships like Premier League, Champions League, UEFA Cup, Bundesliga and La Liga. So you don’t need to miss out on any one of your team’s games. There are 3 floors with 20 big screen TVs and 2 huge screens for your entertainment. You’ll find it all in a perfect location: in front of the Empire State Building.

   • I go here to watch: ⚽
   • Location: 6 West 33rd Street in Midtown Manhattan
   • Persons under 21 must sit at a table, not at the bar.

   

2. Stout NYC

   Stout NYC has several locations throughout Manhattan, but my favourite is on 33rd Street. I like to come here most to watch Formula 1! Arrive early because it will be packed when the race starts. Furthermore, you can watch all kinds of sports on the big screens: from ice hockey, basketball and rugby to boxing, American football and much more. You will see business people, sports fans, locals and tourists sharing a passion for sports here. Besides the cosy atmosphere, Stout NYC has a good location near Penn Station.

   • I go here to watch: 🏎️ and other sports
   • Location: 133 West 33rd Street in Midtown Manhattan
   • Persons under 21 must sit at a table, not at the bar.

   

3. Smithfield Hall NYC

   Smithfield Hall NYC is located a few blocks from the Flatiron Building. They broadcast all sports, but especially football matches from all over the world. Don’t want to miss a game from the Europa League, Champions League or Bundesliga? Head to Smithfield Hall NYC. Customers here are mostly local New Yorkers looking to watch an American or international football match while enjoying a beer. And soccer is not the only sport that you can watch here, they also show NFL, MLB and NBA matches amongst others.

   • I go here to watch: ⚽ 🏈 🏒 ⚾ 🏉
   • Location: 138 West 25th Street in Midtown Manhattan
   • Persons under 21 must sit at a table, not at the bar. During important matches, the age limit is 21+

4. Mustang Harry’s

   Two blocks from Madison Square Garden you can find Mustang Harry’s. This Irish bar in New York is one of the go-to bars for locals, sports fans and families. It’s a popular spot, especially among New York Knicks and New York Rangers supporters. Enjoy a hockey or basketball game with a drink and some snacks. Not only can you watch sports here, but the sports bar also organises meet-and-greets with players from New York sports teams.

   • I go here to watch: 🏀 🏒
   • Location: 352 7th Avenue in Midtown Manhattan
   • Persons under 21 must sit at a table, not at the bar.

5. Féile

   This Irish pub near Penn Station is known for the Formula 1 and IndyCar races. Here you can watch all the races surrounded by fans of different teams, like Ferrari, Red Bull and Mercedes. But make sure to arrive on time to get a seat. Aside from Formula 1, you can watch other sports like boxing and ice hockey. Order one of the draft beers with some snacks and cheer on your favourite team!

   • I go here to watch: 🏎️
   • Location: 131 West 33rd Street in Midtown Manhattan
   • Persons under 21 must sit at a table, not at the bar.

   

6. Dalton’s Bar & Grill

   At Dalton’s Bar & Grill, you can watch all kinds of sports, from American football games to boxing fights. This place is well-known by locals and has a great location in Hell’s Kitchen! They have over 25 HD 70″ flat screens and serve a large choice of beers on tap.

   • I go here to watch: 🏈 ⚾
   • Location: 611 9th Avenue in Hell’s Kitchen
   • Persons up to 21 years old must sit at a table, not at the bar, and are welcome until 18:00.

7. Beckett’s Bar & Grill

   If you are staying in Downtown Manhattan and are looking for a nice bar to go to, I can recommend Beckett’s Bar & Grill. At this sports bar, you can not only watch sports games, they also organise comedy nights! It is a good starting point if you would like to explore more bars on Stone Street.

   • I go here to watch: 🏈 🏉 ⚽
   • Location: 81 Pearl Street in Downtown Manhattan
   • Persons under 21 must sit at a table, not at the bar.