Looking For the Best Sports Bar in Sydney? Start Here.

Whether you're a raging sports fan or not, there's something about getting together and watching an anticipated match, competition or fight that breeds a warming sense of community. With events like the FIFA World Cup, The Olympics and Formula 1 growing in viewership, the Sydney sports bar scene has responded with plenty of elevated offerings. There's never been a better time to get your sports fan on in Sydney. If you're looking for the best sports bar in Sydney, we're certain you'll find it here. 

KX Sports Bar

Serving viewing options aplenty, KX Sports Bar is a local hang doing it all. You've got large screens located throughout the venue on top of private booths with individual TV screens and pool tables. You can look forward to a nice mix of sports onscreen including NRL, AFL, soccer, football, UFC, basketball and more. As for eats, think chicken wings with Wild Turkey and maple glaze, steak sandwiches and donut fries with raspberry ketchup. 

Kings Cross Hotel, 244-248 William Street, Potts Point 

Philter Sports Bar 

Have you heard the news? One of Sydney's own craft breweries has launched a sports bar and you can now sip brews straight from the source whilst watching your favourite sport. Soak up the retro interiors and engage in some friendly competition with a visit to the sporting moments-enshrined pool room. You can get all your favourite Philter snacks in the sports bar, too, from chips and gravy to burgers and wings. 

92-98 Sydenham Road, Marrickville 

The Bristol 

Formerly known as The Bristol Arms, The Bristol has just undergone a major glow-up. If you like your sports bars sleek, this is the pick for you. Premium interiors set the scene whilst a Greek-inspired menu is yours to explore. You won't find any burgers or wings here - it's all about chicken and halloumi souvlaki wraps, lamb pastitsio and beef brisket moussaka. 

81 Sussex Street, Sydney 

The Locker Room 

The Locker Room serves up everything you want in a great sports bar. A lively atmosphere meets a menu of pub classics and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. They've got some great weekly specials and a handy sports calendar where you can keep track of what's screening. 

15 Olympic Boulevarde, Sydney Olympic Park 

Cheers

This no-frills bar is sport mad. Centrally located on George Street, Cheers is open 24 hours a day, every day. When big events roll around the atmosphere is unmatched and made even better with their Guinness on tap. 

561 George Street, Sydney 

Sports Bar at The Star  

You'll never want for a screen at Sports Bar at The Star. These guys have over 50 LCD TVs as well as a huge 34m² screen. Their sound system is also killer if you're looking for atmosphere. Hungry? Feast on generous portions of all your favourite pub classics.

Level 1, Casino, The Star, 80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont 

York 75 

Serving up sports bar chic, York 75 offers an elevated experience for Sydney sports lovers. Mahogany walls and Chesterfield lounges set the scene for a cosy lounge room experience complete with 20 screens for your viewing pleasure. York 75 also has bookable private booths that seat up to eight with a personal LED screen installed in each. 

2/75 York Street, Sydney 

If you've now found the best sports bar in Sydney and are looking for more ways to enjoy the city, be sure to catch our edit of what's on this weekend. Once you're done there, enjoy our list of iconic Sydney activities.