The 10 Best Sports Bars in Charlotte, NC

Best for: brisket lovers

Known for its excellent brisket, Jocks & Jills offers a solid selection of beers and a welcoming atmosphere. While the TV sync may be off, the food and service make up for it.

“Visiting from out of town and I'm glad we stopped by. The food tasted great and you could tell it was fresh, especially the brisket. It was cooked to…”— Google review

Best for: pre-game gatherings

With a great atmosphere and outdoor seating, this spot is perfect for pre-game gatherings, especially for Hornets fans. Service can be hit or miss, but the food and vibe make up for it.

“Great food, excellent atmosphere. I found this place within easy walking distance of my hotel. I ate outside on the covered patio, and more customers…”— Google review

Best for: casual hangouts

Thomas Street Tavern boasts a friendly staff and a lively atmosphere with games outside. Known for its teriyaki wings, it's a great spot for casual hangouts day or night.

“This bar is absolutely fantastic! The staff truly sets it apart – the female bartender and the bearded male bartender are incredibly friendly and atte…”— Google review

Best for: relaxed nights

A cozy spot with a welcoming vibe, VINYL serves top-quality drinks and consistently good food. The atmosphere is perfect for a relaxed night out.

“Love this place. We just moved to Charlotte a few months ago and it’s become our go to. The drinks and food are always good, and I appreciate that the…”— Google review

Best for: watching sports

Located in Montford, Angry Ales is a casual hangout with plenty of TVs for sports. Known for its comfort food and lively atmosphere, it's family-friendly too.

“Angry Ale's is a long-standing, locally-owned sports bar and restaurant in Charlotte, located in the Montford neighborhood. It's a casual neighborhood…”— Google review

Best for: Viking theme

Valhalla offers a Viking-themed experience with delicious food and a great selection of beers. It's a self-seating, laid-back spot perfect for a casual meal.

“Vegan wrap was legit. Waffle fries were great. Got a local beer and a black and tan. Bartenders were super nice despite having to deal with the annoyi…”— Google review

Best for: American bar food

Ed's Tavern is praised for its incredible wings and solid American bar food. With a welcoming atmosphere, it's a great place to enjoy a meal while watching the game.

“This a great place to get solid American bar food. Wings were incredible. The Sweet chili Thai flavor was on point. Chicken sandwich was ok. Sweet pat…”— Google review

Best for: burger lovers

With pool, arcade games, and darts, Lucky Lou's offers a fun and engaging atmosphere. Its pimento burger is a standout, making it a fantastic spot for burger lovers.

“Pretty cool spot. It has made a few changes since I've been here. They have a new covered patio in the back. They have a small patio in the front. The…”— Google review

Best for: pre-game festivities

Perfectly located for pre-game festivities, Graham St. Pub & Patio offers a lively atmosphere with multiple levels and great views of the ballpark.

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I had an awesome first experience at Graham St Pub & Patio last night. We decided to stop in before catching the hockey game at the Truist…”— Google review

Best for: local vibe

Steamers is a local favorite with a welcoming vibe, offering all the games on TV and great sports bar food. It's a community hub with a friendly staff.

“Can't believe we waited so long to stop in! Maybe it feels *so* local it's a bit intimidating, but everyone both staff and patrons are super welcoming…”— Google review