Looking for a sports bar in Seattle for watching the big game?
Not every sports bar is created equal, so we rounded up your very best options. If a big game is on, these Seattle sports bars are ready to give you the best possible viewing experience. Whether you like a cozy dive bar vibe or you just want to go to the bar with the most TVs, there’s a sports bar on this list for you.
Here are the best sports bars in Seattle:
1. Rough & Tumble Pub, Ballard
Rough & Tumble Pub in Ballard happens to be Seattle’s first women’s sports bar but it’s also just a great place to watch almost any game. They have more than a dozen screens showing the game with the volume up as well as a “stacked menu” of game-day favorites like nachos and wings.
2. Slim Goody Sports Bar, Ballard
At Slim Goody Sports Bar in Ballard, you can enjoy a smash burger while watching the game from the U-shaped bar or head outside to one of their two patios to play foosball. You could even book their Legends Lounge for a private viewing party of the big game with your closest friends.
3. Vindicktive Wings, Belltown
Plenty of wings, seating, and TVs make Vindictive Wings in Belltown an excellent choice for meeting friends on game day. Did we mention the wings? We’ll mention them again because they’re really, really good.
4. The George and Dragon Pub, Fremont
The George and Dragon Pub advertises itself as “a little bit of Britain in Seattle.” This is one of the best places in Seattle to catch a soccer game—sorry, we meant football! Plus you can enjoy classic pub fare like fish and chips, bangers and mash, and a Scotch egg, whatever that is. They open early on the weekends for matches.
5. Buckley’s, Belltown and Queen Anne
You can choose between Buckley’s Queen Anne and Belltown locations. Keep in mind that the Queen Anne Buckley’s is more family-friendly. Both have a laid-back, welcoming ambiance and plenty of TVs for catching the game.
6. Madison Pub, Capitol Hill
If you combine a sports bar and a gay bar you get Madison Pub in Capitol Hill. According to their website, “Sunday is Funday with free pool, darts, Pac-Man and U-shell peanuts.”
7. Queen Anne Beer Hall, Lower Queen Anne
Queen Anne Beer Hall is a fun place to go with a big group on a Sunday. This authentic beer hall in Seattle has large communal tables, plenty of beer and comfort food, and big TVs for watching that week’s big game.
8. The Bridge, West Seattle
If you’re planning to watch the game in West Seattle, The Bridge is a great option (especially if you like fried cheese curds). This neighborhood dive bar has plenty of TVs—even some outside on their heated patio. They open early before Seahawks games start so show up before it gets crowded.
9. The Westy, West Seattle
Another option for sports viewing in West Seattle is The Westy. They have 18 TVs and food that’s much better than what you’d find at your average sports bar. You can also find their second location in Roosevelt.
10. LTD Bar & Grill, Fremont
This casual sports bar in Fremont is dog-friendly and family-friendly. You can watch the game on their 13 TVs, get some air on heated game days on their covered patio, and fuel up on food from their surprisingly varied menu.