While Baton Rogue has plenty of opportunities for folks to show their support to local sports teams like LSU Tigers football and LSU Tiger baseball, New Orleans has its own way of allowing residents and tourists to get into the gaming spirit. Where do you go to watch the Saints get their next win and where should you go to watch the upcoming Super Bowl in NOLA? New Orleans sports bars have everything that you need to find the perfect spot to kick back and enjoy a great game.
Whether you're watching the Saints, the New Orleans' Pelicans, or more, we've got you covered with these 10 NOLA sports bars. Not only are these bars equipped with great viewing opportunities, but they also have fun bar games, high quality food, and nostalgic atmospheres. Try to experience each location during your favorite sports season!
10 Best New Orleans Sports Bars
1. Walk On's Sports Bistreaux
1009 Poydras St., (504) 309-6530
walk-ons.com
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux makes from scratch-dishes and has wall-to-wall TVs playing all the best sports games. Enjoy refreshing summer watermelon margaritas, Buffalo Chicken sandwiches, and cheesy delights.
You can walk-in to Walk-On's all across the South and Southwest. This bar is notorious for their cheerful hospitality and love for the LSU Tigers. It's been open for two decades and is the best place to celebrate your favorite team along with some happy hour deals.
2. Cooter Brown's Tavern
509 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 866-9104
cooterbrowns.com
Head to the Black Pearl area to kick back with your friends right along the levee. Cooter Brown's has your favorite sports games on TVs, as well as indoor/outdoor seating too. The bar has amazing food, drinks, and fun Trivia Pub Nights every Wednesday for fun prizes. With 84 taps and crafts and an extensive drink list, you'll never go thirsty.
It is a jack-of-all-trades bar: an oyster and seafood bar, sports bar, and classic Uptown destination all rolled into one. Try out their locally-famous French Toast Bites, as well as raw Louisiana oysters on the half shell on Tuesdays from 3 p.m. to 12 a.m. This classic and old bar is the place to be.
3. Manning's Sports Bar and Grill
519 Fulton St., (504) 593-8118
caesars.com
In homage and love to Saints player Archie Manning, this bar has everything that you need to enjoy a football game with your favorite friends. Relax on leather recliners in a sport's game theater and sip on their endless list of tap beers.
Hungry? Indulge in some burgers, wings, and po-boys. The walls are covered in flat screen TVs, Louisiana Saints memorabilia, and art by city-famous artist Terrance Osborne. Go down to the heart of the Warehouse District and cheer your favorite team on! The bar is open Thursday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., every day of the week.
4. Mid-City Yacht Club
440 S. St. Patrick St., (504) 483-2517
midcityyachtclub.com
Check out the Mid-City Yacht Club for its lively atmosphere and competitive spirit! The bar has an interior viewing experience, spacious courtyard, and a private event space. Mid-City Yacht Club originally got its name from Mark Melan, a friend of the owner.
After Hurricane Katrina, Melan took a canoe through the flooded neighborhood to rescue people who were left stranded in their homes. As he passed the building, he joked that it should be called "Mid-City Yacht Club," and thus, the name was born. Mid-City Yacht Club has since been open 365 days a year. Head to its location in Mid-City to see why it has such a great reputation!
5. The Rusty Nail
1100 Constance St., (504) 525-5515
rustynailnola.com
Positioned on the border of the Warehouse and the Lower Garden districts, Rusty Nail is a friendly neighborhood sports bar for locals and visitors alike. There is a spacious outdoor patio with lots of greenery and viewing areas to cheer on your favorite team. They host events throughout the week, including DJ's, game nights, watch parties, and crawfish boils.
Not only does Rusty Nail have a large list of cocktails, wines, and beers, they also have an in-house eatery called Sidecar. Sidecar has a complete menu of oysters and seafood, as well as a list of subtropical concoctions to choose from. For more simple eats, you can also check out their kitchen menu of sandwiches, burgers, and tacos!
6. Bayou Beer Garden
326 N. Norman C. Francis Pkwy., (504) 302-9357bayoubeergarden.com
Watch every live game every Sunday at Bayou Beer Garden. Relax at one of their large outdoor patios with a beer or cocktail and order from a wide selection of sandwiches, wraps, wings, and starters.
Bayou Beer Garden has a spirited happy hour with cocktails, wines, and snacks. If beer isn't really your thing, Bayou Beer Garden is connected to its sister establishment, Bayou Wine Garden. Guests are welcome to head across the patio for wine, cheese, and charcuterie. Come on down to support your favorite team!
7. J&J's Sports Lounge
800 France St., (504) 942-8877
facebook.com/jandjssports
J&J's Sports Lounge is a favorite neighborhood bar in the Bywater. Not only do they have daily screenings with NFL and MLB game packages, but they are also known for showing Big 10 games and European soccer matches.
If you're tired of watching sports, then you can get into a competitive game of your own! The bar has a large pool table, jukebox, and patio for guests to enjoy. J&J's is unique because of its cat-friendly atmosphere. Check out their Facebook for more kitty madness!
9. The District Lounge
711 Tchoupitoulas St. (504) 301-1476
districtnola.com
Located in the Wearhouse District, lounge about in The District, an artsy, rustic, yet modern hub for entertainment. You can watch sports games and enjoy refreshing cocktails.
Watch one of the nearly 10 big screens and ask for any channel to be flicked on. Be comfortable and welcomed at the lounge you've always dreamed about. Happy hour is Monday to Thursday from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. and includes $5 wells and $3 High Lifes and PBRs.
10. Finn McCool's Irish Pub
3701 Banks St., (504) 486-9080finnmccools.com
Finn McCool's hosts plenty of live sports and in-house quizzes. While they are best known for their coverage of soccer games all over the world, Finn McCool's also supports rugby, the NFL, NBA, MLB, MLS, and more.
Check out their menu of great eats and bar snacks. Join Finn McCool's for any of their special events throughout the year, including National IPA Day, St. Patrick's Day, St. Baldrick's events, and more!
Show Your Team Spirit at These NOLA Sports Bars
These are our favorite spots to watch sports in New Orleans because they offer a little bit of everything. Plenty of space to stretch out and relax, plenty of delicious food snack on, and plenty of cold drinks to keep you refreshed while watching baseball, basketball, or especially football. In fact, while you're checking out these sports bars, why don't you also stop at some of NOLA's best bars for football fans? Grab some local beer and show your support to you local teams!So for the next Saints game, come into one of these bars on your own or with a group of friends to cheer on your favorite players like the Saints' Demario Davis!
