This March has been a great month for Sports! The World Baseball Classic looks to continue until the finale on March 17th. Right as the World Classic ends, we are blessed with March Madness. College hoops will carry us to the start of the MLB season. All of this is taking place as the NBA and NHL regular seasons both come to an end, and the playoffs begin. All this to say, it’s a great time to hit up a sports bar!
Whether you want to root for the Yankees or the Mets as they start their season or you want to pray for the Knicks to return to their first NBA Finals since 1999, there are some legendary spots to catch the big game.
The Bronx – 5 Sports Bars to Check Out
- Stan’s Sports Bar – 836 River Ave, Bronx, NY 10451
- Billy’s Sports Bar – 856 River Ave, Bronx, NY 10451
- Dugout – 880 River Ave, Bronx, NY 10452
- Bronx Alehouse – 216 W 238th St, Bronx, NY 10463
- The Bronx Public – 170 W 231st St, Bronx, NY 10463
Brooklyn – 5 Sports Bars to Check Out
- Brooklyn Public House – 247 Dekalb Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205
- Teddy’s Bar & Grill – 96 Berry St, Brooklyn, NY 11249
- Park Slope Ale House – 356 6th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215
- Montero Bar & Grill – 73 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11201
- Fulton Hall – 250 Ashland Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Manhattan – 5 Sports Bars to Check Out
- Hurley’s Restaurant & Bar – 232 W 48th St, New York, NY 10036
- Mustang Harry’s – 352 7th Ave, New York, NY 10001
- Football Factory at Legends – 6 W 33rd St, New York, NY 10001
- The Throwback – 710 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10025
- Beckett’s Sports Bar – 81 Pearl Street, 48 Stone St, New York, NY 10004
Queens – 5 Sports Bars to Check Out
- Neir’s Tavern – 87-48 78th St, Woodhaven, NY 11421
- Bridie’s Grill Room – 64-54 Dry Harbor Rd, Middle Village, NY 11379
- Donovan’s Pub – 57-24 Roosevelt Ave, Woodside, NY 11377
- Connolly’s Corner – 71-15 Grand Ave, Maspeth, NY 11378
- Fillmore’s Tavern – 166-02 65th Ave, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
Staten Island – 5 Sports Bars to Check Out
- Lee’s Tavern – 60 Hancock St, Staten Island, NY 10305
- Ralph’s Sports Bar – 1571 Richmond Rd, Staten Island, NY 10304
- Mother Pug’s Saloon – 1371 Forest Ave, Staten Island, NY 10302
- Buddy’s Wonder Bar – 17 Harrison Ave, Staten Island, NY 10302
- Jody’s Club Forest – 372 Forest Ave, Staten Island, NY 10301
Sports Bars for New York-Based Teams
Nothing beats watching your home team with your fellow fans. If you are not able to make it to the stadium to cheer on your favorite local team, check out some of the bars below to root for local New York teams.
Baseball
With the new season on the horizon, here are some local spots to catch the Yankees and Mets as they both look to bring home a World Series victory.
Yankees
- Yankee Tavern – 72 E 161st St, Bronx, NY 10451
- Rudy’s Bar & Grill – 627 9th Ave, New York, NY 10036
- The Stumble Inn – 1454 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10021
Mets
- The Playwright Irish Pub – 27 W 35th St, New York, NY 10018
- Blondies Sports – 212 W 79th St, New York, NY 10024
- Finn’s Corner – 660 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Basketball
The Liberty ended the drought for all New York teams by winning their first WNBA championship in 2024. The Knicks made it to the Eastern Conference Finals and look to go further this season and win their first championship since 1973. The Nets are not likely to make the playoffs this year, so make sure to catch them before the season is over!
Knicks
- Pig Beach BBQ Queens – 35-37 36th St Ground Floor, Astoria, NY 11106
- Brickyard Craft Kitchen & Bar – 23 Park Pl, New York, NY 10007
- Tara Mor | NYC – 150 W 30th St, New York, NY 10001
Nets
- Tipsy Turtle Bar and Cafe – 1003 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022
- The Hidden Pearl – 621 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11222
- The Owl Farm – 297 9th St, Brooklyn, NY 11215
Liberty
- Singers – 30 Kosciuszko St, Brooklyn, NY 11205
- Blue Haven SOUTH – 121 Fulton St, New York, NY 10038
- Uncle Barry’s – 58 5th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Hockey
Pending a miracle run, the Rangers don’t look like they will be making the playoffs this season. While you can, catch them at Madison Square Garden or at any of the following bars below!
Rangers
- Jack Doyle’s – 240 W 35th St, New York, NY 10001
- Pig n Whistle – 202 W 36th St., New York, NY 10018
- Wicked Wolf North – 2 Scarsdale Rd, Yonkers, NY 10707
Football
Even though the NFL season is over, get ready to check out these bars for your favorite New York Team. The Bills have provided fans with 7 straight playoff appearances and provide an electric atmosphere anywhere their fans watch the games. The Giants and Jets look to return to the playoffs after droughts of three years and 15 years, respectfully.
Bills
- Redd’s Tavern – 511 Grand St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
- The Gaf West – 401 W 48th St, New York, NY 10036
- Murphy’s Sports Bar – 45-01 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105
Giants
- Turkey’s Nest – 94 Bedtime Ave, Brooklyn, NY
- Jimmy Maxx – 280 Watchouge Road, Staten Island, NY
- Blue Haven South – 121 Fulton St, New York, NY
Jets
- Kelly’s Sports Bar – 12 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009
- Rivercrest – 33-15 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria, NY 11105
- Kent Ale House – 51 Kent Ave, Brooklyn, NY
March Madness
This March, find a bar, grab some wings, and stress about your bracket while you enjoy March Madness at these bars!
- Cornerstone Tavern – 961 2nd Ave (At, E 51st St, New York, NY 10022
- Brickyard Craft Kitchen & Bar – 23 Park Pl, New York, NY 10007
- Hendrickson’s – 1122 1st Ave, New York, NY 10065
General Sports Bar
One of the best things about living in NYC is the fact that no matter what team you root for, there is an opportunity to see them play. Many bars have the option to play any game. Call ahead and make your fandom known!
Each sport provides an atmosphere and shared language among its fans. The community built through shared experience can boost appreciation for any event. Discover some of the best bars that proudly celebrate their favorite sports, creating the perfect atmosphere for enthusiasts and fans alike.
NBA
- The Three Monkeys – 832 8th Ave, New York, NY 10019
- Smithfield Hall NYC – 138 W 25th St, New York, NY 10001
- Yard House – 575 7th Ave, New York, NY 10018
MLB
- The Rabbit Hole – 38-04 Broadway, Astoria, NY 11103
- Standings – 43 E 7th St, New York, NY 10003
- Union Grounds – 270 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Soccer
- Banter Bar – 132 Havemeyer St, Brooklyn, NY 11211
- Football Factory at Legends – 6 W 33rd St, New York, NY 10001
- The Soccer Republic at McHale’s – 251 W 51st St, New York, NY 10019
NHL
- The Canuck – 202 9th Ave, New York, NY 10011
- Stout – 215 W 35th St, New York, NY 10001
- Molly Wee – 402 8th Ave, New York, NY 10001
Already have a go-to sports bar? See if they have an apartment for rent nearby in order to be as close as possible to the action!
