Top 14 sports bars in Charlotte
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Charlotte is packed with places to watch your favorite sports competitions. Here are 14 of the top sports bars in Charlotte.
Editor's note: This guide is subject to change as new spaces open and close. It does not include every sports bar in Charlotte and they're listed in alphabetical order.
- For more local watering holes, check out our list of Charlotte's best cocktail bars, speakeasies, rooftop bars, late-night spots and breweries.
Angry Ale's
The classic sports bar has been on Montford for decades. Plus they have a menu for dogs too.
Stop by: 1518 Montford Dr.

Clutch Kitchen & Pour House
The popular sports bar is walking distance from Bank of America Stadium in Uptown.
- Downstairs transforms into an experience called Overtime for Panthers home games, with bottle service and a day-club feel.
Stop by: 601 S. Cedar St. near the Carolina Panthers practice fields.

Dilworth Neighborhood Grille
A beloved Charlotte restaurant and bar known for its large patio and loud sign. It's a family-friendly spot.
Stop by: 911 E. Morehead St.

Duckworth's Grill & Taphouse
Find plenty of beer options at this Charlotte staple.
Stop by: There are multiple locations throughout the area. Find the full list here.

Ed's Tavern
The Dilworth neighborhood hangout has plenty of TVs and a spacious patio. There's plenty of food and drinks to be had at this laidback spot, including a popular mimosa tower.
Stop by: 2200 Park Road and check out its sister bar, FreeMore Tavern at 1500 W. Morehead St.

Graham St. Pub
Steps away from Bank of America Stadium, Graham St. Pub is a pregame and postgame destination with its rooftop patio and skyline views.
- DJ Glory gets the party started at 10am for Panthers home games and noon for Panthers away games and there's always game sound for the hometown team.
Stop by: 400 S. Graham St.

Hooligans
The beloved Uptown soccer bar across from Romare Bearden Park is routinely packed with soccer fans. It's an intimate space serving plenty of draft beers.
Stop by: 140 Brevard Ct.
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The Horseshoe
The South End spot is a destination for South Carolina Gamecock fans and Buffalo Bills fans.
Stop by: 1515 South Mint St.
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Jackalope Jacks
The sports bar in the heart of Plaza Midwood is a favorite among soccer fans.
Stop by: 1801 Commonwealth Ave.

Moosehead Grill
Make sure you try the wings at this Montford favorite.
Stop by: 1807 Montford Dr.
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Platform Sports Bar
The new sports bar and lounge from the team behind PARA, recently opened in Lower South End with a ton of TVs, including a 40-foot main TV with 20 screens.
Stop by: 3216 S. Boulevard at The Platform at LoSo. Take the elevator to the third floor when you arrive.
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Rí Rá
The classic Irish pub has long been a gathering place for sports fans. The two-story space has plenty of seating, but you'll probably be on your feet cheering on your team.
Stop by: 208 N. Tryon St.

Selwyn Pub
The laid-back Charlotte bar is popular with the country club crowd in Myers Park.
Stop by: 2801 Selwyn Ave.

Ten58
The Uptown sports bar owned by Panthers legend Thomas Davis is across from Truist Field and just down from Bank of America Stadium, making it a great spot to start or end your gameday or catch a game there.
Stop by: 430 W 4th St.
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