Best-of-the-best Sports Bars in Austin!
It’s game day, and you are scrambling to find the best sports bar in Austin. No fear, we got you covered, revealing the best-of-the-best, a little FYI, and locations to put your mind at ease. Dive into ten sports bars Austin loves the most, and memorable food and spirits you can enjoy with your friends and family.
1. Little Woodrow’s West 6th
Little Woodrow’s, a must-stop lowkey sports bar in Austin, and has plenty of TVs and tacos to go around. Locals give this place a high recommendation and suggest arriving soon rather than later if you want to skip the crowd! You can discover all your local beers originating from Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. Can’t make it to the Austin location? No worries, they have six additional locations!
Where: 520 W 6th St
Localite Tip: Sign up and drink all 50 beers, no pressure or anything, and get your John Hancock on the Big 50 Wall of Fame and Big 50 T-Shirt.
Little Woodrow's on West 6th2. Toomey Tap Room
Family-friendly, one heck of a patio, and a lil’ dude with cheese and fries, need we say more? It’s simple, it’s sophisticated, and more importantly, did we mention the patio? Relax, enjoy the burgers and wings, and sit back and watch your game in the comfort of the outdoors.
Where: 300 S Lamar Blvd Ste A
Localite Tip: Free garage parking!
3. Corner Bar Austin
Your neighborhood bars allow BYOB and BYOD, which stands for Bring your dog, all in a cozy atmosphere. What’s-what about this bar is they announce new daily specials and events on their Facebook page. Is flair is your thing? Try their vampire shots or their Witch-O-Rita for the fall season while you watch the game!
Where: 1901 S Lamar Blvd
Localite Tip: Free BBQ Sundays at 3 pm!
4. BBG’S
Historical building with a unique twist on bar food BBG’s offers hearty American eats. Aspects of a bar that are unmistakeably definete, customer service. Friendly staff makes this one of the best sports bars in Austin!
Where: 214 E 6th St
Localite Tip: Pssst! Try the Mac n’ Cheese eggrolls!
5. Cain and Abel’s
Located in West Campus, Caine and Abel’s is a college favorite sports bar in Austin. A college staple for some and too university-centric for others. They offer the best cheap drinks and delicious burgers!
Where: 2314 Rio Grande St
Localite Tip: Early Game? Hit this spot for Brunch available on Saturdays and Sundays.
6. Black Sheep Lodge
In the mood for a crowd? Black Sheep is an outdoor beer and garden that serves over 120 bottles and taps, with fans ranting and raving. Fall is the perfect time for hearty food. Try their black sheep chili paired with one of their daily drink specials. One-of-a-kind and a locally owned favorite, this spot is one of the best sports bars in Austin!
Where: 2108 S Lamar Blvd
Localite Tip: Visit their website to learn how you can get frozen drinks, liquor packages, and beer-to-go!
7. Lavaca Street Bar
They have three locations in South Lamar, Downtown, and Rock Rose Avenue. Lavaca Street Bar is a 21+ only establishment so, on your way to Happy Hour and Gameday buckets, you might want to leave the kids at home, although there is a small exception. Although, not for kids, but for dogs. Bring your furry friend to Lavaca for the Howl-o-ween puppy picture contest!
Where: 3121 S Lamar Blvd
Localite Tip: Too many TVs to count!
8. The Tavern
A rare find, this German-influenced sports bar offers over 30 TVs to enjoy the game. The Tavern has mouth-watering recipes like their Mahomes fries, served with KC BBQ brisket, and the Emily’s Ghost Burger, an all-beef patty with poblanos, corn relish, and jack cheese, topped with ghost pepper sauce. This Tavern is a must if you’re going solo or in a group!
Where: 922 W 12th
Localite Tip: Check out Tavern Apparel here!
9. Workhorse
A trendy sports bar with a local vibe and the only jukebox in town. TVs are first come, first serve, so be prepared to nudge some elbows! Try their signatures drinks like the porch swing, a Blue Owl Sour Session Wheat with a Deep Eddy Lemon Vodka float, or the Workhorse margarita made with Paula’s Texas Orange, freshly squeezed lime, and agave nectar.
Where: 100 N Loop Blvd E Suite B
Localite Tip: Follow their Instagram for daily specials!
10. Billy’s on Burnet
This is a neighborhood favorite, and it’s the perfect sports bar in Austin for friends and family! Enjoy the burgers, daily beer specials, and relax in their non-smoking environment. Heck, even grab a burger. Locals say the cobra it’s one of the best burgers in town!
Where: 2105 Hancock Dr
Localite Tip: Follow their Twitter for live updates on kickoffs!
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