This summer is about to heat up even more as the 2024 Paris Olympics kick off this Friday, July 26. To fully capture the spirit, national pride and excitement of the games, finding the right viewing spot is essential. The perfect sports bar offers not only great food and drinks for you to enjoy but an electric atmosphere where you and your friends can cheer on your favorite team.
If you live or find yourself in Brooklyn during this cannot miss sporting season, take a look at our list of the six best Brooklyn sports bars where you can watch your favorite team take home the gold.
Banter
132 Havemeyer St. in Williamsburg
In the city that never sleeps, soccer does not either. Banter was fully booked during the Copa America and Euro soccer games these past weeks, with people packed inside and forming a crowd outside just to get a glimpse at one of their enormous flat-screen TVs.
Banter will be showing all of the upcoming USA women’s and men’s soccer games live with the excitement kicking off this Friday at 1 p.m. during the opening ceremony celebration. All other Olympic Games will be available for viewing at Banter when soccer is not broadcasting live. With over 24 beers on tap, trivia on Wednesdays and new food deals almost every week, Banter is a go-to bar for soccer and all sports viewing parties.
BK Backyard Bar
86 N. 11th St. in Williamsburg
The extensive drink menu features Backyard Beer Buckets, canned and hand-crafted cocktails, and wine and spirits by the glass or bottle. Emphasizing their local Williamsburg community, BK Backyard Bar hosts top talents from Brooklyn’s nightlife scene including drag performers, dog meetups and of course, sports-watching matchups.
With more than 25 TVs, a 24,000 sq. ft. backyard oasis and a beach volleyball court, there is always something new and exciting to experience at Brooklyn’s self-proclaimed “largest adult playground.” Whether on the court, at the bar or in a private cabana, join BK Backyard Bar this week to catch the opening ceremony and all scheduled events for this summer’s Olympic Games.
IV Purpose
1498 Fulton St. in Bedford-Stuyvesant
This family-run leading Penn State Bar is a testament to black excellence and culture “not just on the field but also at the table.” Partnered with the New York Knicks and the New York City Football Club, IV Purpose (pronounced For Purpose) plans to make every Olympic event feel like its own celebration.
Known for their hot chicken sandwiches, oxtail sliders, frozen drinks and spiked lemonades, IV Purpose hosts a diverse menu complete with delicious bites and well-paired beers and cocktails. Do not miss out on $1 Wing Wednesdays which is happening all year long at IV Purpose. Pair your favorite type of wing for just one dollar each with your favorite Olympic event this summer.
The Commissioner
247 5th Ave. in Park Slope
Weekly low-key happy hours, Soccer Sunday’s and non-stop Saturday dance parties make The Commissioner a must-visit bar this sporting season. Opening early for the Copa America and Euro soccer games, the Park Slope watering hole plans to do the same for the Olympic Games.
“We had people bringing in their laptops, working from the bar and watching the games,” said bar owner Brendan Byrnes.
Live music will be playing out front every Saturday for the remainder of July, and there are plenty of year-round special events like a photo booth, shuffleboard, darts and jenga and other board games. Enjoy brunch every weekend with a live DJ and great bar food every single day paired with a tasty, local beer on tap.
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Fulton Hall
250 Ashland Pl. in Fort Greene
Just up the street from the Barclays Center, shoot some pool at Fulton Hall’s opening ceremony happy hour complete with beer and homemade white and red sangria specials throughout this year’s Olympic Games. Whether you are pre or post-gaming a Liberty game, pair your experience with classic bar food like buffalo wings, fried pickle chips, fried chicken sandwiches and so much more.
Whether you are a booth, barstool, or picnic bench person, there are plenty of seats with great views of the TVs where you can enjoy your favorite match this summer. You can also celebrate upcoming national holidays at Fulton Hall this summer like National Scotch Day on July 27, National Chicken Wing Day on July 29 and National IPA Day on Aug. 1.
Kent Ale House
51 Kent Ave. in Williamsburg
“Whether you’re a sports fan or just looking for a great place to hang out with friends, Kent Ale House has something for everyone,” said General Manager Clive Ashe. Featuring a new beer every week from small, local breweries and known for their tasty house cocktails and frozen margaritas, the extensive drink and food menu at Kent Ale House is perfect for game time and chill time hangouts.
A beautiful view of the NYC skyline is always available whether you are at the bar seated on woodwork furniture imported from Ireland or enjoying a breezy summer day at the outdoor seating options. All-day happy hours and mystery beer and shot combos are just the tip of the deals iceberg that Kent Ale House offers every single day. Going all out for the Euro and Copa America soccer and World Cup of Cricket games, Kent Ale House is excited to be the go-to bar in Williamsburg for all of your Olympic Games viewing plans.
Did your favorite Brooklyn sports bar make the list? Where do you plan on enjoying the Olympic Games this summer? Email us, leave us a comment or share on social media where you’ll be viewing the sporting event of the summer with your go-to drink and bar food favorites.
