The 10 Best Sports Bars in Bilbao

Best for: Burgers and fries

Known for its thick, juicy all-beef burgers and hand-cut fries, La Brasa Canalla is a small but popular spot. It can get very busy, so be prepared for a wait.

“I’ve been to this spot a few times. I love their thick and juicy all beef burgers. (Most bars around here serve beef & pork, which I’m not a fan of.)…”— Google review

Best for: Football matches

Grafit kafetegia offers an affordable meal and doubles as a sports bar, especially during local football matches. Arrive early to snag a seat.

“Great place for a quick meal at an affordable place. It is usually busy, but you not likely will find a spot to tmsit and enjoy your meal. Also works…”— Google review

Best for: Irish pub experience

With a great atmosphere and a variety of drinks, Pub Molly Malone features plenty of big screens for watching sports, making it a great spot for a few pints.

“Great atmosphere. Good variety of drinks and tasty bites!”— Google review

Best for: Cocktails and gin

Offering over 250 gins, this pub is perfect for cocktail lovers. The friendly atmosphere and attentive bartender make it a standout spot.

“What a wonderful place! Kind bartender, fantastic coctail, best music and very comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere!”— Google review

Best for: Casual football viewing

Located in Casco Viejo, Pub K2 Bilbao is an unpretentious spot with a good beer selection and big TVs for watching football. Enjoy rock music while you watch.

“Solid bar in the heart of Casco Viejo with a good beer selection. Unpretentious and reliable — exactly what you want for a drink in the old town.”— Google review

Best for: Beer enthusiasts

Singular impresses with its extensive beer selection, including a notable lambic collection. The friendly staff and great atmosphere enhance the experience.

“Absolutely Amazing Beer Bar! They had a good selection of draft beer and a very large curated selection of onsite bottles. Their lambic selection was…”— Google review

Best for: Guinness and cocktails

La Carbonería offers a great atmosphere with fabulous Guinness and top-notch cocktails. The attentive service is a highlight here.

“Amazing bar, great atmosphere and fabulous Guinness and the best bar tender (Rebecca), we will be back again. 💖”— Google review

Best for: Proximity to San Mames Stadium

Located near San Mames Stadium, this bar is ideal for football fans. Enjoy great food and a relaxed atmosphere with friendly staff.

“Spent an afternoon/evening here just relaxing. Football on big screen tv's. Great food, drinks and coffee. Very relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. St…”— Google review

Best for: Lively atmosphere

A local favorite, Boss Bilbao offers outstanding food and a lively atmosphere. It's a bustling spot in the center of Bilbao.

“This tapas bar is a local favorite…. Inside it’s all 60 plus …. Outside it’s all 25-35 ……There are no tourists here… and between 7 and 9 good luck get…”— Google review

Best for: Unique burgers

Known for its unique burger experience, Arambarri Food and Roll provides a great atmosphere for watching sports, particularly wrestling.

“I've had burgers before, I've had steak before. But ordering a burger with a steaking preference (done, medium, rare) this was new. The burger I order…”— Google review