Particularly when it comes to the Marlins or Dolphins, let’s be real – you’re probably going to leave the bar a little sad. As for our Panthers and Heat, the likelihood of post-game joy is a little higher. Whether our beloved local teams win or lose, when it comes to actually being able to watch ‘em or any big-time sports event, there are some trusted spots in Broward County. Your options span a casino sportsbook like no other, delightful dive bars with TVs aplenty, and regional chains with all the channels possible. These are the ten best sports bars in Broward County that we’re happy to cheer on.
Read MoreCatch the Next Big Game at These 10 Broward County Sports Bars
Your team may lose, but these places win.
Duffy's Sports Grill
A true Florida sports bar success story, there are now more than two dozen Duffy’s throughout the Sunshine State, from Lake Mary stretching down to Kendall. We have five Broward County locations – Hollywood, Plantation, Cordova Road, Deerfield Beach, and Coconut Creek. For frequent visitors, make sure to join Duffy’s MVP program for regular food freebies and perks.
Legends Tavern and Grille
If its wings, wingers (fried chicken breast strips), and burgers don’t lure you in, its abundance of crystal-clear TVs for watching several games at once will. Another plus of Legends is that there are four total locations scattered throughout town, with additional outposts in Plantation, Sunrise, and Deerfield Beach.
Brendan's Sports Pub
TVs line the wall at this no-frills favorite off Federal Highway. It’s also a destination for darts, pool, and live jams. If you happen to want to catch a mid-day game, Brendan’s happy hour runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with a buck off its already-cheap beer, wine, and liquor selections.
Parrot Lounge
A beloved dive bar with a killer cheesesteak? Yum and yum. A block from the ocean off Sunrise Boulevard, this is a Philadelphia bar with a friendly staff that will put on non-Philly games. Beyond TVs donning its walls inside, there are select TVs out front, where peeps cozy up, and you can hear the euphoria a block away.
American Social
Smack dab in the heart of Las Olas Boulevard, this gastropub is a downtown Fort Lauderdale destination for all the sports action. In recent years, AmSo has expanded its footprint, giving fans even that much more wiggle room. Its menu is a bit more refined than the average pub's, with a yuzu-doused ahi tuna poke bowl and steak frites among the top picks.
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Bokamper's Sports Bar & Grill
Bearing the name of Dolphins legend Kim “Bo” Bokamper, tons of TVs, sushi selections, bar favorites, and screaming fans are a given at both locations – in Plantation and Fort Lauderdale, just north of Oakland Park Boulevard near A1A. The brand also operates the open-air Bo’s Beach on Fort Lauderdale Beach, which is equally TV-filled and sports-centric.
Whiskey Neat
Sharing a courtyard with Quarterdeck off 17th Street, this is Broward County’s go-to Baltimore Ravens bar. Beyond fans decked in purple and black come game day, the bar and cocktail lounge has more than 230 whiskeys to sip on and plenty of TVs, including above-bar and projection options.
Slackers Bar & Grill
Tucked in a strip mall off Marina Mile, Slackers has all the elements working for it – a friendly staff, walls of TVs, and top-tier bar food. While a Florida State and Green Bay Packers bar, the peeps here are always amiable in helping you find your game. Pro-tip and for trivia lovers: its Wednesday night game is where it’s at.
Hard Rock Sportsbook
A total dream for the sports fan who likes to watch ten things at once, the Hard Rock Sportsbook features a high-definition, massive wall of screens, in-sportsbook blackjack tables, and a bar with video poker machines. And, yes, you may place a bet on your wild six-string parlay right there.
The Cage
With a NASCAR-inspired logo out front of this Stirling Road spot, yes, you can view all the mega races here. Actually, with its TV packages, you can watch just about anything. However you plan your sports-watching endeavor, order some wings and/or ribs with creative sauces like sweet raspberry and a “Burning Tires Hot.”