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New Orleans’s Most Entertaining Sports Bars

23 sports bars where the food and drinks are as good as the view of the TV

by Eater Staff Updated Aug 25, 2023, 3:16pm CDT

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Food from Cooter Brown’s, a game day favorite.

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by Eater Staff Updated Aug 25, 2023, 3:16pm CDT

New Orleans has long offered a wide-ranging sports bar culture, from low-key neighborhood dives to luxury viewing experiences. Of course, this is Who Dat Nation, but you can also expect to find LSU games, European football, Pelicans games, and, of course, the Super Bowl at these seriously sporty game-day destinations.

The best in-person viewing experiences offer enthusiastic fans, multiple large screens, and great food — think oysters, food trucks, po’boys, and lots of game day snacks, as well as specialties that are sometimes dished as a lagniappe. Luckily, these sports bars, dive bars, breweries, and restaurants offer all three.

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Coach's Corner

Look up no frills sports bar in the dictionary, and Coach’s Corner may just pop up. A solid neighborhood drinking bar, the game is always on, dart leagues play weekly, there are multiple pool tables, and the drinks won’t break the bank. Although Coach’s doesn’t have a kitchen, you can order pizza, burgers, and the like from Zita’s next door and eat at the bar.

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2221 Transcontinental Dr, Metairie, LA 70001

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Hurricane’s Sports Bar and Grill

If you're a college football junkie or someone on the lookout for a game that's hard to find, Hurricane’s may be the place for you. Fans of the bar rave about all the options broadcast across the 15+ televisions. Hurricane’s usually has beer bucket specials and straightforward bar food for munching.

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1414 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70005

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Cooter Brown's Tavern & Oyster Bar

This Uptown sports dive is a win/win all around. Cooter Brown's delivers tons of TVs and even more beers on tap, and the game is always on. This is a good place to check out if you're trying to find your alma mater's team from far away. Fried food heaven (although there are a few salads) and raw oysters mean you just can't go wrong here.

509 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118

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Ale on Oak

Like Bayou Beer Garden, Ale on Oak shares an outdoor space with a neighboring wine bar, so it’s a great place for both wine and beer lovers. Feast on wings, gumbo fries, St. James cheese plates, and burgers while taking in the game. Plus, there are TVs on the dog-friendly patio.

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8124 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118

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Bruno's Tavern

Bruno's is a University area hang out since 1934 that also bleeds purple and gold in addition to the Green Wave. Large groups can reserve tables while they eat, drink, and watch the game. Beer and booze specials vary each week. The food is appropriately rib-sticking, and there are interesting options like the pork shank basket served with secret sauce over waffle fries.

7538 Maple St, New Orleans, LA 70118

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Mid-City Yacht Club

Mid City Yacht Club is always an excellent choice for the game. The bar has 16 flat screens, divided into four watching zones. Plus the food is darn good — crawfish boils during the season and delightful garlic parmesan fries and burgers all the time.

440 S Saint Patrick St, New Orleans, LA 70119

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The Bulldog, Mid-City

With over 100 different beers, wings, outdoor seating, and lots of televisions, there’s not much more you could ask for on Super Bowl Sunday. Plus, there’s an outdoor patio with screens to watch the game should there be nice weather.

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5135 Canal Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124

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Beachcorner Bar & Grill

This no-frills neighborhood bar is a longtime locals favorite, perfect for watching the game with good grub and beer. The burger is the star at Beachcorner — there’s even a burger of the month. You can usually count on solid Sunday drink specials.

4905 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119

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Kingpin

Beloved Uptown watering hole Kinpin boasts chef-driven pop-ups and food trucks like Daddy Hot Bird during games. Plus, the bar's regulars are simply the best. Oh, and there are often live bands on Saturday nights.

1307 Lyons St, New Orleans, LA 70115

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Wit's Inn

This classic Mid City dive bar always has the game on, serves some of the best wings in town, and offers all kinds of beers on tap. What’s not to like?

141 N Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119

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Finn McCool's Irish Pub

Ok, so football means a black and white ball before the pigskin at this friendly neighborhood Mid City pub that attracts ex-pats from all over the map. The definition of sports doesn’t stop there, everything from golf to rugby and hurling is on the telly. Still, Finn McCool’s is equal opportunity and remains a solid place to catch a Saints game or college ball.

3701 Banks St, New Orleans, LA 70119

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Port Orleans Brewing Co.

One of Port Orleans’s investors/owners is former New Orleans Saint Zach Strief, and the Saints love is palpable — from beer names to the atmosphere on game days. While not a sports bar, there are TVs out on the beer garden, where patrons can enjoy high-quality food from Avo Taco and beer in one of the best environments in town on Sundays.

4124 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70115

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Bayou Beer Garden

It’s kind of a no-brainer that this beer garden tucked away on Jeff Davis Parkway in Mid City is a great place to cheer on LSU or the Saints. As the weather cools, check out the games while sitting outside on Bayou Beer Garden’s expansive patio. Also, sister pub Bayou Wine Garden is just next door, so your football-watching beverage selection is much expanded.

326 N Jefferson Davis Pkwy, New Orleans, LA 70119

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Tracey's

This Irish Channel stalwart is an always-packed spot for drinking and cheering, lined with televisions and the game, any game, always on. Settle in with a pint and a po’ boy or a copious seafood platter and expect a great day. Lots of regulars make this a lively spot.

2604 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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The Tchoup Yard

Tchoup Yard is part beach bar and part beer garden. It’s got plenty of outdoor seating, a huge, centrally-located fire pit, frozen drinks, a large, and 13 big screen televisions. Open noon ‘til 8 p.m.

405 Third St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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Walk-On's

The game is always on at the Poydras Street location of the popular sports bar chain, situated in the direct line of fire for game days at the ‘Dome. Walk-On’s hosts some serious Saints watch parties with drink specials, 30-plus televisions, and balcony seating. The other area locations of the popular Drew Brees-backed sports bar chain are in Metairie and Slidell.

1009 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70112

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The Upper Quarter

While not really a sports bar, small dive The Upper Quarter is one of the best places to catch a game. Tucked away on the corner of Burgundy and Bienville Streets, this French Quarter gem serves Who Dat punch on game day and food from Messina’s alongside a slew of delightful regulars.

1000 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Saints decor at The Upper Quarter

The Rusty Nail

This favorite locals’ spot on the edge of the Lower Garden District is an equal-opportunity broadcaster of games. Cheered on by an impressive beer and cocktail program, the crowd at the Rusty Nail gets rowdy. For munchies, you can order at the bar from new sister restaurant Sidecar Patio & Oyster Bar‘s menu (be warned that the Rusty Nail’s expansive patio is now Sidecar’s, but there’s new outdoor seating out front).

1100 Constance St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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Fahy's Irish Pub

Fahy’s isn’t exactly a sports bar, but it’s a swell place to watch the game nonetheless. An oasis of beer and strong drinks (skip the wine) on a quiet stretch of Burgundy in the Quarter, Fahy’s attracts a vocal crowd of Saints fans making gameday a downright religious experience. A Cheers vibe for sure, with plenty of TVs for football and pool tables for taking a break from the game.

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540 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Bullet's Sports Bar

This cool Treme spot is an equally ideal destination for the game, live music, and divine dishes like barbecued ribs, stuffed bell peppers, seafood stuffed potatoes, jambalaya, and chicken wings.

2441 A P Tureaud Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119

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Manning's

Sometimes you just need to watch the game in a posh leather reclining chair, and for those occasions, Manning's is your best bet. It also has a courtyard with a screen the size of some living rooms for watching the game and a full menu of delicious food a step above the average sports bar.

519 Fulton St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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MRB Bar & Kitchen

Simultaneously off the beaten path and in the heart of the French Quarter, MRB’s is a hidden gem, a neighborhood bar with an unexpectedly huge courtyard out back, complete with five big screen TVs. Serving tasty tropical cocktails as well as New Orleans classics and hundreds of beers, expect comfort food classics like gumbo, crawfish mac and cheese, and oysters from the kitchen.

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515 St Philip St, New Orleans, LA 70116

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Markey's Bar

Markey's Bar is one of the best spots in the Bywater for catching football, including LSU and Saints games, with several perfectly placed televisions, a long bar, and quick service. It’s a friendly neighborhood spot, with beaucoup regulars and people always hanging at the outside tables.

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640 Louisa St, New Orleans, LA 70117

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Coach's Corner

2221 Transcontinental Dr, Metairie, LA 70001

Look up no frills sports bar in the dictionary, and Coach’s Corner may just pop up. A solid neighborhood drinking bar, the game is always on, dart leagues play weekly, there are multiple pool tables, and the drinks won’t break the bank. Although Coach’s doesn’t have a kitchen, you can order pizza, burgers, and the like from Zita’s next door and eat at the bar.

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2221 Transcontinental Dr, Metairie, LA 70001

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Hurricane’s Sports Bar and Grill

1414 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70005

If you're a college football junkie or someone on the lookout for a game that's hard to find, Hurricane’s may be the place for you. Fans of the bar rave about all the options broadcast across the 15+ televisions. Hurricane’s usually has beer bucket specials and straightforward bar food for munching.

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1414 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA 70005

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Cooter Brown's Tavern & Oyster Bar

509 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118

This Uptown sports dive is a win/win all around. Cooter Brown's delivers tons of TVs and even more beers on tap, and the game is always on. This is a good place to check out if you're trying to find your alma mater's team from far away. Fried food heaven (although there are a few salads) and raw oysters mean you just can't go wrong here.

509 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118

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The Snooty Cooter at Cooter Brown's — Cooter Brown’s

Ale on Oak

8124 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118

Like Bayou Beer Garden, Ale on Oak shares an outdoor space with a neighboring wine bar, so it’s a great place for both wine and beer lovers. Feast on wings, gumbo fries, St. James cheese plates, and burgers while taking in the game. Plus, there are TVs on the dog-friendly patio.

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8124 Oak St, New Orleans, LA 70118

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Bruno's Tavern

7538 Maple St, New Orleans, LA 70118

Bruno's is a University area hang out since 1934 that also bleeds purple and gold in addition to the Green Wave. Large groups can reserve tables while they eat, drink, and watch the game. Beer and booze specials vary each week. The food is appropriately rib-sticking, and there are interesting options like the pork shank basket served with secret sauce over waffle fries.

7538 Maple St, New Orleans, LA 70118

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Mid-City Yacht Club

440 S Saint Patrick St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Mid City Yacht Club is always an excellent choice for the game. The bar has 16 flat screens, divided into four watching zones. Plus the food is darn good — crawfish boils during the season and delightful garlic parmesan fries and burgers all the time.

440 S Saint Patrick St, New Orleans, LA 70119

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The Bulldog, Mid-City

5135 Canal Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124

With over 100 different beers, wings, outdoor seating, and lots of televisions, there’s not much more you could ask for on Super Bowl Sunday. Plus, there’s an outdoor patio with screens to watch the game should there be nice weather.

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5135 Canal Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124

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Beachcorner Bar & Grill

4905 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119

This no-frills neighborhood bar is a longtime locals favorite, perfect for watching the game with good grub and beer. The burger is the star at Beachcorner — there’s even a burger of the month. You can usually count on solid Sunday drink specials.

4905 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119

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Kingpin

1307 Lyons St, New Orleans, LA 70115

Beloved Uptown watering hole Kinpin boasts chef-driven pop-ups and food trucks like Daddy Hot Bird during games. Plus, the bar's regulars are simply the best. Oh, and there are often live bands on Saturday nights.

1307 Lyons St, New Orleans, LA 70115

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Wit's Inn

141 N Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119

This classic Mid City dive bar always has the game on, serves some of the best wings in town, and offers all kinds of beers on tap. What’s not to like?

141 N Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119

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Finn McCool's Irish Pub

3701 Banks St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Ok, so football means a black and white ball before the pigskin at this friendly neighborhood Mid City pub that attracts ex-pats from all over the map. The definition of sports doesn’t stop there, everything from golf to rugby and hurling is on the telly. Still, Finn McCool’s is equal opportunity and remains a solid place to catch a Saints game or college ball.

3701 Banks St, New Orleans, LA 70119

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Port Orleans Brewing Co.

4124 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70115

One of Port Orleans’s investors/owners is former New Orleans Saint Zach Strief, and the Saints love is palpable — from beer names to the atmosphere on game days. While not a sports bar, there are TVs out on the beer garden, where patrons can enjoy high-quality food from Avo Taco and beer in one of the best environments in town on Sundays.

4124 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70115

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Bayou Beer Garden

326 N Jefferson Davis Pkwy, New Orleans, LA 70119

It’s kind of a no-brainer that this beer garden tucked away on Jeff Davis Parkway in Mid City is a great place to cheer on LSU or the Saints. As the weather cools, check out the games while sitting outside on Bayou Beer Garden’s expansive patio. Also, sister pub Bayou Wine Garden is just next door, so your football-watching beverage selection is much expanded.

326 N Jefferson Davis Pkwy, New Orleans, LA 70119

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Tracey's

2604 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

This Irish Channel stalwart is an always-packed spot for drinking and cheering, lined with televisions and the game, any game, always on. Settle in with a pint and a po’ boy or a copious seafood platter and expect a great day. Lots of regulars make this a lively spot.

2604 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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The Tchoup Yard

405 Third St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Tchoup Yard is part beach bar and part beer garden. It’s got plenty of outdoor seating, a huge, centrally-located fire pit, frozen drinks, a large, and 13 big screen televisions. Open noon ‘til 8 p.m.

405 Third St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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Walk-On's

1009 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70112

The game is always on at the Poydras Street location of the popular sports bar chain, situated in the direct line of fire for game days at the ‘Dome. Walk-On’s hosts some serious Saints watch parties with drink specials, 30-plus televisions, and balcony seating. The other area locations of the popular Drew Brees-backed sports bar chain are in Metairie and Slidell.

1009 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA 70112

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The Upper Quarter

1000 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112

While not really a sports bar, small dive The Upper Quarter is one of the best places to catch a game. Tucked away on the corner of Burgundy and Bienville Streets, this French Quarter gem serves Who Dat punch on game day and food from Messina’s alongside a slew of delightful regulars.

1000 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Saints decor at The Upper Quarter

The Rusty Nail

1100 Constance St, New Orleans, LA 70130

This favorite locals’ spot on the edge of the Lower Garden District is an equal-opportunity broadcaster of games. Cheered on by an impressive beer and cocktail program, the crowd at the Rusty Nail gets rowdy. For munchies, you can order at the bar from new sister restaurant Sidecar Patio & Oyster Bar‘s menu (be warned that the Rusty Nail’s expansive patio is now Sidecar’s, but there’s new outdoor seating out front).

1100 Constance St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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Fahy's Irish Pub

540 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Fahy’s isn’t exactly a sports bar, but it’s a swell place to watch the game nonetheless. An oasis of beer and strong drinks (skip the wine) on a quiet stretch of Burgundy in the Quarter, Fahy’s attracts a vocal crowd of Saints fans making gameday a downright religious experience. A Cheers vibe for sure, with plenty of TVs for football and pool tables for taking a break from the game.

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540 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70112

Bullet's Sports Bar

2441 A P Tureaud Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119

This cool Treme spot is an equally ideal destination for the game, live music, and divine dishes like barbecued ribs, stuffed bell peppers, seafood stuffed potatoes, jambalaya, and chicken wings.

2441 A P Tureaud Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119

Manning's

519 Fulton St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Sometimes you just need to watch the game in a posh leather reclining chair, and for those occasions, Manning's is your best bet. It also has a courtyard with a screen the size of some living rooms for watching the game and a full menu of delicious food a step above the average sports bar.

519 Fulton St, New Orleans, LA 70130

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MRB Bar & Kitchen

515 St Philip St, New Orleans, LA 70116

Simultaneously off the beaten path and in the heart of the French Quarter, MRB’s is a hidden gem, a neighborhood bar with an unexpectedly huge courtyard out back, complete with five big screen TVs. Serving tasty tropical cocktails as well as New Orleans classics and hundreds of beers, expect comfort food classics like gumbo, crawfish mac and cheese, and oysters from the kitchen.

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515 St Philip St, New Orleans, LA 70116

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Markey's Bar

640 Louisa St, New Orleans, LA 70117

Markey's Bar is one of the best spots in the Bywater for catching football, including LSU and Saints games, with several perfectly placed televisions, a long bar, and quick service. It’s a friendly neighborhood spot, with beaucoup regulars and people always hanging at the outside tables.

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640 Louisa St, New Orleans, LA 70117

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