{"id":1799,"date":"2016-12-20T00:39:13","date_gmt":"2016-12-20T00:39:13","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2016-12-20T00:39:13","modified_gmt":"2016-12-20T00:39:13","slug":"definitive-guide-to-the-best-sports-bars-in-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/en\/inspo\/best-of\/definitive-guide-to-the-best-sports-bars-in-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"The 8 BEST sports bars in Dubai"},"content":{"rendered":"

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This list is based on three\u00a0key things;\u00a0comfort levels when the bar is full, (like if it’s really busy are you still going to get a good view of the TV screen?) drinks and meal deals, (we love a good bargain) and the sort\u00a0of the\u00a0crowd that the bar pulls in.\u00a0(OF\u00a0COURSE we want\u00a0supporters of the opposing team there…what’s the point in winning if you can’t throw it in the face of the losing team?)\u00a0<\/p>\n

Anyway, we’ve narrowed it\u00a0down and\u00a0here are our favourite places to go for a pint while\u00a0watching a match.<\/p>\n

Did we leave your favourite bar off the list? Let us know in the comments, maybe it just\u00a0didn’t make the cut (most likely)\u00a0or maybe we still need to check it out.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Barasti Beach Bar \u2013\u00a0Al Sufouh Road<\/h3>\n

This mega beachside<\/a> bar boasts more TV screens than nearly all of the other\u00a0sports bars in Dubai, and also\u00a0one giant LED screen…so even if you arrive late you’ll still have a decent view of the match. Broadcasting everything live from Premier League games to the Rugby championships and lots more in between this it the go-to sports bar in Dubai. They also happen to\u00a0serve up some great pub grub too; we recommend their\u00a0bangers and mash washed down with a pint of your favourite hops or\u00a0if you’re sharing\u00a0with friends, go for a bucket or two of their wings.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Any offers? Happy hour\u00a0Tuesdays to Sundays 4pm – 7pm<\/p>\n

Read next: 18 things you’ll know if you’ve ever been to Barasti Beach Club<\/a><\/p>\n

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McGettigan’s \u2013\u00a0Cluster J, JLT\/ DWTC<\/h3>\n

You’ll find everything from football, cricket and\u00a0rugby to GAA\u00a0(these are Irish sports;\u00a0like hurling and Gaelic football) at this typical Irish pub<\/a>. Sit indoors or outdoors\u00a0(there are TV screens EVERYWHERE) and\u00a0order from\u00a0their\u00a0award-winning menu (we love their classic full Irish breakfast, oh and the cottage pie and\u00a0the fish and chips)\u00a0and settle in for the match. Known as one of the top sporting bars in Dubai, McGett’s always pulls in a busy\u00a0crowd,\u00a0so expect lots of people\u00a0and a lively\u00a0atmosphere.<\/p>\n

Any offers? Happy hour Sundays to Thursdays, 2pm – 7pm<\/p>\n

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Girders \u2013\u00a0The Walk, JBR<\/h3>\n

This typical British\u00a0sports bar always draws a great mix of people;\u00a0it’s handy location at\u00a0the Walk,\u00a0budget bustin’ drinks deals and lively terrace garden are all part of the reason why. The bar features a 103 inch screen TV as well as five 42 inch screens which showcase all major international sporting events.\u00a0It’s not massive,\u00a0so come early to get a good spot and a bite to eat; the Girders nachos or\u00a0the trilogy potato\u00a0dippers with sour cream and tomato salsa are perfect match day nibbles.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Any offers?\u00a0Happy Hour from 4pm until 8pm and 12am until 2am every day of the week.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Kickers \u2013\u00a0Sports City<\/h3>\n

This American sports bar<\/a> is situated beside\u00a0Fit Republik, the huge sports\u00a0complex out\u00a0in Sports City, and\u00a0it’s\u00a0got plenty of TV screens throughout the bar to keep you entertained. The bar is usually\u00a0filled with rugby players\u00a0or footballers who train at the complex, but recently it’s getting a name for it’s laid-back, fun filled Friday brunch. On top of showing all the latest live international sporting events, they also have pool tables, foosball\u00a0and the bar itself looks out onto some outdoor football pitches so you can catch a glimpse of some real live sports\u00a0action too.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Any offers? There’s something going on every night of the week but all you really need to know is that Happy Hour runs from 3pm till 7pm every\u00a0day.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Bidi Bondis \u2013\u00a0Palm Jumeirah<\/h3>\n

Not the type of joint you expect to find on The Palm, this laid-back Aussie surf bar is a world away\u00a0from the usual luxurious, over the top offerings on The Palm. Enjoy pints of draught,\u00a0a fine selection of grape, some freshly\u00a0barbecued grub along with a varied menu that covers nibbles like calamari and\u00a0nachos, and mains like burgers, salads and pizzas…we recently had the\u00a0Thai green curry and we were blown away\u00a0at how good it was; a\u00a0definite recommendation if you venture out.<\/p>\n

Any offers? Try the famous Bidi Bondis brunch;\u00a0AED 150 for\u00a0dinner and four drinks. (Friday or Saturday 1pm-7pm.<\/p>\n

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Barrel 12 urban sports bistro \u2013\u00a0Palm Jumeirah<\/h3>\n

This\u00a0English sports bistro on the Palm is perfect for sports fans who want to\u00a0sit indoors or outdoors and enjoy stunning views of the Marina…if\u00a0you\u00a0have a second to peel your eyes away from any of the seven TV screens. If you arrive early treat yourself to the four cheese burger, triple cooked chips (which basically means they’re extra crispy) and\u00a0the buttered mash…yep, that’s two sides…but these ones are particularly good and we reckon you deserve it.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Any offers? Match days offer: A pint and burger\u00a0of your choice for AED 99. Happy hour\u00a0daily from 4pm – 7pm.<\/p>\n

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The Underground Pub \u2013\u00a0JBR<\/h3>\n

This bustling pub below the\u00a0ground level (the name was the giveaway) of the Habtoor Grand Beach resort is a favourite drinking hole among the Brits here who love footy…probably because\u00a0you’ll find more club football being played at this spot\u00a0than any other sport. With big comfortable booths, darts, pool tables and classic English pub grub, this is a home away from home for many,\u00a0and a go-to spot for Premier League football. Order the bangers and mash, watch the football\u00a0and reminisce about good old Blighty at this authentic, lively pub.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Any offers? Happy hour daily, 4pm – 8pm.<\/p>\n

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Original Wings & Rings \u2013\u00a0DIFC<\/h3>\n

This cool little bar<\/a> tucked away in the\u00a0Liberty House in\u00a0DIFC is popular with\u00a0fans of after-work drinks (guilty)\u00a0and\u00a0with sports fans alike.\u00a0Expect everything from the Premier League, Spanish La Liga, Champions League, NFL, Bundes Liga and Serie A to take over the screens at this\u00a0American bar, their chicken wings also happen to be incredible, so we recommend arriving hungry to be able to squeeze in these American-sized portions.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Happy hour? Their mega happy hour deals offer discounts on grape, hops, shots, pitchers and even discounts on some of the\u00a0bar food.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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