As summer winds down and fall approaches, sports fans across Greater Cincinnati are ready to cheer on their chosen team. If you can’t get tickets to the big game—or match—here are some fun spots around town that make you feel like you are part of the action.
THE BACK PORCH SALOON
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Whether you want to watch the game inside, or out on one of their porches, (which can be enclosed during cooler months) over 20 TVs provide plenty of viewing options. Plus, sand volleyball leagues, cornhole, and giant Jenga can get guests up and moving.
LIBERTY COLLECTIVE
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This 18,000 sq. ft. entertainment space in Liberty Township features restaurants, three bars, sand volleyball courts, table tennis, and cornhole. One of the largest LED video screens in the tri-state and multiple TVs make it a hot spot on game day.
MOLLY MALONE’S
mollymalonesirishpub.com
In Covington, this authentic Irish pub and restaurant is a favorite among soccer fans, showing all the games live and opening early on weekends for European soccer. Six Nations Rugby is shown regularly, and large flat screens display NFL Sunday games.
O’BRYON’S BAR & GRILL
obryonsirishpub.com
With two locations, one in O’Bryonville and the other in Newport, O’Bryon’s is a lively sports bar that balances a relaxed pub feel with a roomy dining area. Crispy traditional Buffalo wings, burgers, fish and chips, and the “O’Bryon’s wrap” are menu favorites.
THE PITCH
thepitchcincy.com
You can’t get much closer to TQL Stadium than this favorite hangout for FC Cincinnati fans. A large video wall and rooftop seating with an eagle-eye’s view of the stadium contribute to an energetic atmosphere—especially on match days.
SHOOTERS SPORTS GRILL
shooterssportsgrill.com
Expansive viewing areas and over 40 TVs invite sport lovers to each of four locations: Hamilton, (in a former movie theater), Loveland (along the little Miami Trail), Maineville and Liberty Township. In Hamilton, they kept the “big screen” which is now a 10×20 foot jumbotron.
TOM’S WATCH BAR
tomswatchbar.com
In the heart of The Banks, between Great American Ballpark and Paycor Stadium, this popular hangout is a perfect gathering spot for those wanting to cheer on the Bengals and Reds. A stadium-style screen plus dozens of TVs are positioned so that every seat has a view of the game.
VARSITY SPORTS
varsitycincy.com
In Montgomery, this is the spot for die-hard fans or those just looking for a fun night out. Massive wall-to-wall TVs and a view from every seat make this a go-to for major sporting events and more.
ANOTHER OPTION? CRAFT BREWERIES
Even though they might be better known for their brews than their big screens, these local breweries have plenty of TVs of all sizes that let you catch the game. Enjoy your favorite locally-brewed craft beer surrounded by a friendly group of fans. Some of these spots host watch parties, others feature post-game events like live music, trivia, and SINGO. Check out their website for dates and details.
Cartridge Brewing (Maineville)
cartridgebrewing.com
Fifty West Brewing Company
(Wooster Pike, Deerfield)
fiftywestbrew.com
Fretboard Brewing Company
(Blue Ash, Norwood, Harrison, Hamilton)
fretboardbrewing.com
Municipal Brew Works (Hamilton)
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Sonder Brewing (Mason, West Chester)
sonderbrewing.com
Article originally appeared in September 2026