A top-notch sports bar can be hard to find. Some distinguish themselves as “sports bars” while others just have a lively vibe and a bunch of TVs showing all the games. It took a lot of sports watching and beer drinking to come up with the list of the best sports bars in Nashville, but someone had to do it. Below you’ll find the top self-proclaimed sports bars along with a list of restaurants and bars suitable for watching any game in Nashville.
Top Sports Bars in Nashville
Third and Home
Neighborhood: Germantown
Third and Home is “Germantown’s bar with a ballpark,” which overlooks First Horizon Park. The sports bar and restaurant spans over 7,000 square feet, making it one of the roomiest places to watch a game. They also list the channels they offer so you can see if your team’s game will be on of the 28+ flatscreens! All ages are welcome, too!
Crow’s Nest
Neighborhood: Green Hills
Crow’s Nest is a two-story sports bar located in Green Hills that’s always packed with fans on game days. With TVs, bars, and seats throughout, it’s set up for game-day action.
Double Dogs
Neighborhood: Hillsboro Village + Sylvan Heights
Double Dogs is a family-friendly bar and restaurant in Nashville with locations in Hillsboro Village and Sylvan Heights. They have plenty of TVs, a large projection wall for popular games, and individual audio boxes for each table so you can listen to any TV. This place is all ages and smoke-free.
Neighbors
Neighborhood: Sylvan Park + Germantown
Neighbors is a neighborhood bar with two locations in Sylvan Park and Germantown. Neighbors is known for a laidback atmosphere, pub grub, happy hour specials, and plenty of beers on draft.
Jonathan’s Grille (Germantown)
Neighborhood: Germantown
Jonathan’s is a family-owned sports bar with more than enough TVs to catch any game while enjoying fresh food and local brews. The food menu is one of the most expansive options in town, with everything from pizza to burgers to tacos.
Corner Pub
Neighborhood: Downtown
Since 2006, Corner Pub has been a top destination for sports fans in Nashville. After closing its popular Midtown location in 2016, Corner Pub opened a new outpost in Downtown about a block from Puckett’s. Corner Pub also has other locations in the burbs. If you’re Downtown, give this spot a try.
The Mainstay
Neighborhood: East Nashville
The Mainstay is a fresh spot on the east side located in the 5th and Main building. They have 23 TVs throughout for watching the game, a sports bar-eclectic menu, and plenty of beer on draft.
Bottle Cap
Neighborhood: 12 South
Bottle Cap, located in the heart of the bustling 12 South neighborhood, offers numerous TVs throughout the space, pub grub, and a lively atmosphere. They have the Sunday NFL Ticket and every UFC pay-per-view event, so you won’t miss your favorite team or fight!
Dawghouse Saloon
Neighborhood: Midtown
With a slogan like “a music venue with a sports addiction,” Dawghouse Saloon is always a good time. Every seat in the house offers a view of a big screen TV. And on those nice Nashville days, you can grab a spot on the patio where they have a TV for you to keep up with the score.
The Original Corner Pub
Neighborhood: Green Hills
The Original Corner Pub, which is owned and operated by a separate group from Corner Pub, is located in Green Hills. This spot has been in business for nearly two decades. Find a seat here for the ultimate neighborhood bar feel.
Great Bars for Watching Sports
Famous Nashville
Neighborhood: Downtown
Sit under the massive “Famous” marquee while you watch your favorite team at Famous Nashville in Downtown Nashville. This expansive space allows for plenty of elbow room for you and your crew to mingle. Be sure to head up to the rooftop for some incredible views, too.
M.L.Rose
Neighborhood: Melrose + Sylvan Park + Capitol View
M.L.Rose is a casual place to meet your friends and grab a burger and a beer. There are televisions throughout each location (Melrose, Sylvan Park, & Capitol View), but make sure your game is on before heading there. The Sylvan Park location has several games and a huge outdoor area featuring the The Golf Garden.
City Tap House
Neighborhood: SoBro
If you’re in the Downtown/SoBro area, City Tap House has an exceptional craft beer list in addition to many TVs, including a 15-foot LCD video wall. This is an American pub and restaurant based out of Philly. Expect elevated pub classics like Maryland-style crab cakes and Korean short rib tacos.
Acme Feed & Seed
Neighborhood: Downtown
Acme‘s second floor is a top destination for sports watching due to its open seating and standing area. You can grab a big booth or group of chairs to mingle with friends. Also, there’s a huge rooftop bar with a bunch of TVs and great views of the city.
The Ainsworth
Neighborhood: Midtown
The Ainsworth offers a more upscale, sports-friendly atmosphere. There’s a nine-screen TV wall and dozens of HD TVs throughout the restaurant. Sit at the central bar or grab a booth for your entire crew. Make sure to get a group photo under the the “Nashville” wall in the front dining area before you leave.
Tavern
Neighborhood: Midtown
Head to Tavern in Midtown for delicious food and an upbeat atmosphere. Tavern has 14 TVs for sports enthusiasts, plus some of the best food in Midtown for those wanting something better than typical bar food. Important Tip: Tavern’s brunch is one of the most popular in the city, so get there early on Saturdays and Sundays.
Headquarters Beercade
Neighborhood: SoBro
Play pinball and arcade games while you watch your favorite team on the 200″ HD projector screen at Headquarters Beercade in SoBro. There are 30 vintage arcade games, pinball machines, a dozen beers on draft, and a creative cocktail menu.
Hopsmith Tavern
Neighborhood: Midtown
Midtown’s Hopsmith Tavern is a multi-floor neighborhood gathering spot next to Slider House. Grab a booth with your crew, roll solo at the bar, or take a seat on one of the outdoor patios. Draft beers are flowing here, including a couple tables where you can pour your own drafts. Wraps, sliders, burgers, and a foot-long grilled cheese are just a handful of the menu options.
BoomBozz Craft Pizza & Taphouse
Neighborhood: East Nashville
For pizza, beer, televisions, and a playground (yes, a playground), head over to East Nashville’s BoomBozz. Enjoy the game and brews while the kids get some exercise outside on the slides.
Fleet Street Pub
Neighborhood: Downtown | Printer’s Alley
Fleet Street Pub is one of Nashville’s few British pubs (and now owned by a Brit), so you can expect this underground watering hole to fill up during football (soccer) games. The beverage menu has British beers on draft, Scotch Whisky, and a variety of local and foreign options, too. The food menu items are even on theme, like the Liverpool Street Lamb Burger and Aresenal Breakfast. Fleet Street is strictly 21 and over only.
The Pub Nashville
Neighborhood: The Gulch
Another British-inspired destination: The Pub Nashville. If you’re looking for a place to watch a soccer game with the kids, this hotspot in the Gulch is open to all ages. Expect English pale ales on draft, fish and chips, and an on-brand atmosphere.
Bar Sovereign
Neighborhood: SoBro / Downtown
This hidden gem in the SoBro area is definitely not a sports bar, but it’s easily one of the most popular destinations to watch a European game on a single screen. Pack in at Bar Sovereign if you want an energetic experience and cocktails for comfort. Check out their Instagram to see past game day videos.
Don’t see your favorite bar to belly-up to for a fantastic sports watching experience? Let us know in the comments section!
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Great selection!
but I wholeheartedly believe that “Beyond the edge”, the home of Bear Down Nashville should be on this list.
Sam’s is our crew’s favorite place to go on football sundays! Great list of other ideas though!!!
On the West side, Jonathan’s Grille or Alley Pub – both in Bellevue are good for watching the game
Belcourt Taps is not a sports bar per se, but it is the home of the Music City 12th Man/Tennesseahawks group. We will be “tailgating” on the patio before the game on Sunday. If you are a Seahawks fan in Nashville, look us up on Facebook for more info!
Packers bar at The Scoreboard in Opryland.. It’s awesome if you’re a Packer fan 🙂
Hi ya
Off to Nasville in 2 weeks time.
Does anybody know where to watch Formula 1 racing on Sun 20/3?
It is from Australia, so big difference in time…
Rgds
Mike
Whiskey Rhythm is the Official New England Patriots bar and Ohio State bar. On Sunday it have over 150 Pat’s fan. You forgot that one.
2 GREAT spots of consideration would be “Jeds Sports Bar” by Vandy (especially during College Football Season) and Sams on Old Hickory Lake where you can doc the boat.
Any know where i can watch the Philadelphia Eagles Game on 9/24?
The Saints vs Falcons game this weekend on 12/24/17, any Saints fan bars suggestions?
Sam, If you’re looking for a cool place to go to watch a Saints game, go to Westshore Pizza in Brentwood. Great food and it’s a Saints watch party there every Sunday.
For a great beer selection and good food, we love Noble’s in East Nashville. Seahawks and Green Bay dwatch the games there and they get rowdy.
Is there a place for NY fans- Yankees- Giants-Mets, etc??
Hey Lisa, you can see where to watch your favorite football teams in our guide here. New York Jets are currently watching at The Ainsworth.
The East sides, Nobles Kitchen and Beer Hall should definitely be on here!
Best place to watch any Gator game, Party Fowl in Donelson in the Coop upstairs, you’ll always find the Orange and Blue
5th and Peaboby, we love the atmosphere, food trucks, outdoor games, etc.
What’s the recommended bar in Downtown Nashville to watch Soccer games this week? We have Copa America and Euro Finals. Thanks!
Top EURO game spots have been added to the top!