Top 10 Sports Bars in New Orleans
New Orleans is a city filled with great bars and great sports fans—so why not combine the two and check out our list of the best sports bars in New Orleans?
Whether you're more into the game, the food and drinks, the atmosphere, or all of the above, this list has something for everyone. So, without further ado, here are 10 of the best New Orleans sports bars.
1. Walk-On's
1009 Poydras St., (504) 309-6530
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Started in Louisiana by two LSU basketball teammates who were walk-ons in 2003, Walk-On's now has locations across the country, including its New Orleans location on Poydras Street. Named ESPN's #1 Sports Bar in America in 2012, Walk-On's continues to be a sports lover's dream.
Its food menu has sports bar favorites as well as dishes with a Louisiana-style twist. It has a list of signature cocktails, including the Praline Espresso Martini, as well as seltzers, beer, and wine to choose from.
2. Cooter Browns
509 S. Carrolton Ave., (504) 866-9104
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Cooter Brown's has been an Uptown favorite since 1977. With 84 different types of beer on tap and a menu complete with sandwiches, burgers, po-boys, oysters, and more, Cooter Brown's is a great place to grab a beer, a bite, and catch the game. Plus, join them on Wednesdays for weekly trivia nights. You must be 21+ to enter.
3. The Bulldog
Multiple Locations
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The Bulldog is the beer appreciator's ideal sports bar. Founded in 1994 with the mission of serving craft and import beer, the Bulldog takes its beer seriously. It is equipped with nitrogen pumps and 48 rotating taps, and has happy hour everyday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. with double drinks for the price of a single. Check out their tap fountain and, join them on Wednesdays to get a free Bulldog glass for every pint purchased. They also put an emphasis on serving locally crafted beer and giving back to the community by donating to animal welfare organizations. What better way to pay homage their namesake?
4. Wrong Iron on the Greenway
3532 Toulouse St., (504) 302-1503
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For a truly extensive beer selection and an expansive, dog-friendly patio seating area, go to Wrong Iron in Mid-City. Located along the Laffitte Greenway, feel free to get there by bike and leave it at one of the bar's 60 bicycle stands. On Wednesdays, they give out free pint glasses with artwork by local artist Madicat. They are busiest during LSU and Saints games, so make sure to get there early to secure a place to sit. Wrong Iron has happy hour Monday to Friday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. You must be 21+ to enter.
5. Manning's
228 Poydras St., (504) 593-8118
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Manning's Sports Bar, located inside of Caesars New Orleans in the Warehouse District, offers an expansive space to watch a game, whether that be at the bar or in one of the recliners in front of a big screen. With 24 beers on tap and a menu complete with pub favorites like their signature wings, Manning's has many ways enjoy the next game. Manning's is complete with 30 TVs and two 13-foot mega screens. Named in honor of the Manning football family, Manning's is complete with memorabilia from Archie, Peyton, and Eli. It also dons artwork by local artist Terrence Osborne.
6. The Rusty Nail
1100 Constance St., (504) 525-5515
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The Rusty Nail offers a casual and welcoming environment to enjoy their wide variety of whiskeys while sitting in their newly renovated, and tropical, covered patio. They also serve local craft beer and have bites available to purchase from the neighboring Sidecar Patio and Oyster Bar. Join them for happy hour Monday to Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for deals including $4 Paradise Park pints and $5 Disco Lemonades. They also have weekly events such as Whiskey Wednesday, where whiskey 2 oz. pours are 25% off, and Tuesday Trivia.
7. J&J's Sports Lounge
800 France St., (504) 942-8877
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J&J's Sports Lounge located in Bywater is a great place to catch the next game. With indoor seating, a courtyard, and even pub cats, they stay open until the last patron leaves. They are also a great place to watch European soccer games. J&J's, founded by husband and wife Jim and Julie Nevius, prides itself on having the cozy and welcoming feel of a neighborhood favorite.
8. The District
711 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 301-1476
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The District, located in the Warehouse District, is a good venue to watch a game on one of their many TVs and order some food and a drink. They have a daily food menu, as well as a special game day menu. Happy hour takes place Monday to Thursday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. The District has a 90" TV, as well as seven other 55" TVs, to enjoy a game. They also have other amenities like a free phone charging station! It is also pet-friendly.
9. The Schooner Saloon
700 Burgundy St., (504) 224-2450
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The Schooner Saloon is located in the French Quarter, and its name comes from the history of ships that would frequent the port city in its past. Schooner's offers a variety of food, beer, and cocktails to enjoy while you watch a game. You can even order your food ahead of time on their website so that it is ready when you arrive! Schooner's also occasionally has live music events to add to the ambience as you sip and sample your way through their menu.
10. Finn McCool's
3701 Banks St., (504) 486-9080
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Go to Finn McCool's for a fun Irish pub experience to catch the next game. They have a full menu with Irish pub favorites including scotch egg and fish & chips. They also have specials such as $5 Beer 'n' Shots on Thursdays and $4 margaritas on Mondays. In addition to American sports teams, Finn McCool's also shows the English Premier League, the Scottish Premier League, rugby, and more. They have a selection of over 50 different Irish whiskies to choose from if you want to fully immerse yourself in the Irish pub experience.
No matter what sport you follow or what team you support, this list will have a place for you to check out the next time you want to go out for a game.
