You could watch the game at home. But then you’d miss the thrill of celebrating a win surrounded by other fans, not to mention the food and drink deals that make going out even better.
This is South Florida, home to some of the most iconic sports teams in the country. Whether you’re catching every NFL game at Grails’ giant projector, enjoying Blackmarket’s game day Budlight 5 for $25 bucket special or participating in a VIP ticket giveaway to see Messi play in La Tropical. Here are five of the best reviewed sports bars where you can spend a little and cheer a lot with that game day energy.
Cerveceria La Tropical
42 NE 25th St.
Miami, FL 33137
(305) 741-6991
Located in the heart of Wynwood, Cerveceria La Tropical serves Inter Miami’s official craft beer. This brewery is the best place to watch Argentinian star Lionel Messi score goal after goal. They have a regular happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m. from Tuesdays through Fridays and late night happy hour from Tuesdays through Sundays. Locals receive a 20% discount off beer Tuesdays through Thursdays.
Their heavily Caribbean-inspired menu has Cerveza Bites, including popular chicharrones and beer-can bread, which range from $6 to $12 and small tapas such as sea-salt tostones from $7 to $12. On Thursdays they have Tropitrivia from 7 to 9 p.m., where the podium spots receive prizes.
They are closed Mondays, but you can always check their Instagram to see the week’s game-day specials and events– if you’re lucky you can participate in the VIP Inter Miami match ticket giveaways and win.
Grails
2800 N Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33127
(786) 870-4313
One of Miami’s most famous sports bars and restaurants, Grails has over 70 screens, a giant projector and an outdoor patio. They have a large variety of shareable dishes and host NFL Sundays, College Football Saturdays and Monday and Thursday Night Football.
The restaurant features a Latin American-influenced menu, with starters averaging $12 and shareable options like samplers and wings starting at $26. Their signature cocktails are served in pitchers, meant to be shareable, along with draft beers starting at $8. They have watch parties, sneaker painting, Dolphin gear giveaways, free face painting, food and drink game day specials.
The place was named bar of the year by the Miami Dolphins Bar Network last year, and has continued to offer game-day deals and cocktails served in tennis shoes. There area also surprise guests such as the Dolphins cheerleaders and team mascot T.D. To see game_day specials, check their Instagram.
Pier 5
401 Biscayne Blvd Unit M100,
Miami, FL 33132
(305) 209-0090
Overlooking the city of Miami’s marina on the banks of Biscayne Bay, Pier 5 is the perfect blend of entertainment and exotic drinks.
They pride themselves for the “World’s finest mojitos” and frozen cocktails. Each frozen drink is priced at $18 and can be “supersized” to 32oz for $34. Their most popular cocktails include the mojito, lychee chi-chi, prickly pear paipirinha, rum runner, bourbon peach smash, banana mudslide, strawberry daiquiri and mango daiquiri. They offer beers starting from $8, and specials of five-beer-buckets starting at $35.
They host watch parties in partnership with teams like the Marlins, and have 10 screens around the bar – with yachts and the Skyview ferris wheel as a background scenery. They also have live music nights that can be found on their Instagram.
D’s Sports Bar
620 So. Federal Hwy unit 1,
Fort Lauderdale, FL
(954) 960-4888
One of Fort Lauderdale’s most popular spots for sports fans, D’s Sports Bar is a Panthers’ fan haven with the perfect game day setup. The bar features a screen on every wall, plenty of seating and a menu that blends classic sports bar favorites with upscale bites from Daniel’s Steakhouse.
The bar proudly displays a signed Panthers’ jersey at the entrance, making it a must-visit spot for hockey fans. They offer a happy hour daily from 5 to 6 p.m., with extended specials Tuesday through Friday from 5 p.m. to close and Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to close.
Fans can enjoy discounted drinks, shareable plates and a great atmosphere perfect for catching every play leading up to the Stanley Cup. They offer a menu with items like 9 piece wings for $19, draft beers starting at $8 and seltzers for $7. Reservations are made easily through Resy,and it is recommended to book ahead on game nights. To stay up to date with their latest events, drink specials and watch parties, check their Instagram.
Black Market
401 Biscayne Blvd Unit 225-N,
Miami, FL
(786) 558-5910
Black Market is a Heat fan favorite, located on the second floor of Bayside Marketplace. It offers panoramic bayfront views just steps away from the Heat’s home court at the Kaseya Center. With over 40 screens and a heated (pun intended) atmosphere, it’s the best spot to catch every game.
They are known for their March Madness watch parties and have succeeded in keeping the energy high throughout the season with game-day drink deals, including Bud Light buckets deals of 5 for $25 and Michelob Ultra buckets 5 for $30. Their extensive menu features elevated bar food, sharables and cocktails, making it an obvious first choice for groups looking to cheer on our hometown’s basketball team.
The bar is open Thursdays through Sundays from 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 11–12 a.m. and Mondays through Wednesdays from 12 to 11 p.m. The views and atmosphere are showcased on Instagram.
