Football season is officially here and we couldn’t be more excited! Bring on the tailgating, football games and all the burnt orange. For those away games, we’ve put together a list of our favorite neighborhood spots to watch the game including classic places like Crown and Anchor, to places on the lake like Abel’s on the Lake.
Abel’s on the Lake | Prime spot to come enjoy a drink and watch the game with your friends.
3825 Lake Austin Blvd | 512.904.0570
B.D. Riley’s Irish Pub | Catch the game at this Irish pub and enjoy local craft-brewed beers alongside an upscale pub menu.
204 E 6th St | 512.495.1335
Cain & Abel’s | Enjoy a plethora of beer on tap and a full bar while hanging out with friends and watching the Longhorns.
2313 Rio Grande St | 512.476.3201
Cedar Door | Enjoy the game on their large deck, pub menu, and large beer selection.
201 Brazos St | 512.473.3712
Cover 3 | It’s all sports, all the time at the three Austin-area Cover 3 locations around town.
1717 W 6th St | 512.982.1550
Crown & Anchor Pub | Popular watering hole with big beer selection, daily happy hour, pub fare and a dog-friendly patio.
2911 San Jacinto Blvd | 512.322.9168
Dirty Martin’s Place | An Austin mainstay since 1926 with burgers, beer, and American chow served in an old-school space.
2808 Guadalupe St | 512.477.3173
Doc’s | With several TVs and a dog friendly patio, this joint is the perfect place to enjoy the game and have a bite.
1106 W 38th St | 512.454.3627
Driskill Bar | With its rustic leather couches, cowhide barstools, cattle branded custom carpet, you’ll have the best seat in the house to watch the game.
604 Brazos St | 512.439.1234
Haymaker | TV-lined saloon specializing in comfort sandwiches inspired by our favorite spots around the country.
2310 Manor Rd | 512.243.6702
Lavaca Street Bar | Neighborhood sports bar with 40 TVs, 16 rotating daft beers, pool table, Skee-Ball and amazing Turf n’ Surf Po’ Boys.
405 Lavaca St | 512.469.0106
Little Woodrow’s | Your sports watching HQ. Enjoy dozens of beers on tap, a full bar, and dozens of TVs for watching live events and games.
5425 Burnet Rd | 512.276.2390
The Park | More than just your average sports bar with 40 strategically placed TVs, delicious cusine, handcrafted cocktails, and artisan beers.
11601 Domain Dr #200 | 512.478.7275
Parlor & Yard | A relaxed sports lounge with board games and sports in the yard, plus a full bar, pub grub and more.
601 W 6th St | 512.524.0466
Pinthouse Pizza | Pinthouse Pizza is a craft brewpub with award-winning beer and amazing pizza in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
4729 Burnet Rd | 512.436.9605
Posse East | Located near the stadium, the campus bar is perfect for tailgating and enjoying the game on their patio.
2900 Duval St | 512.477.2111
Scholz Garten | Packed during football games, this famed spot features beer, burgers, and a shaded outdoor setting.
1607 San Jacinto Blvd | 512.474.1958
Shoal Creek Saloon | Crawfish, burgers, beer, and spirited football fans fuel this hopping Cajun bar and grill.
909 N Lamar Blvd | 512.474.0805
Star Bar | This original West 6th Street Bar is a relaxed, modern watering hole with Jenga, craft beer, and 2 patios for people and game watching.
600 W 6th St | 512.477.8550
The Tavern | This German-influenced sports bar boasts 50 high-def TVs, a rotating beer menu, and an upstairs patio.
922 W 12th St | 512.320.8377