Looking for your new favorite game day spot? Here is a list of the best spots in the Dallas suburbs to cool off, enjoy a drink, and catch a game with friends! From classic laid-back sports bars to expansive patios, entertainment havens, and everything in between, you can't go wrong at any of the sports bars!
Updated October 2025
Austin Avenue Grill & Sports Bar
This classic sports bar has quickly become a local favorite in the Plano community. They have just about everything you would need, and specials every day so no experience is the same! From pool tables to an outdoor patio, and plenty of TVs, Austin Avenue is one of the perfect places to have a drink and catch up with friends!
Plano | Directions
BENDER'S SPORTS AND SPIRITS
Your go-to sports bar for a fun atmosphere, delicious food, and affordable drinks! You can always count on Benders to play the big games and host epic events. Enjoy happy hour every day from 11am to 7pm, featuring $3.75 well & domestic drinks, $5 freezer shots, and $1 off all liquors and seltzers.
Multiple locations | See Locations

Boomerjack's
Looking for a laid-back spot to catch the game? Boomerjack’s has you covered with locations all over town. With wall-to-wall screens, you won’t miss a play, and their menu - loaded with crowd-pleasers like wings and burgers, makes game day even better! Want to take it outside? Their patio is the perfect place to kick back and cheer on your favorite team.
Multiple locations | See Locations
CHILL
Chill Bar and Grill is a laid-back sports bar in Downtown Grapevine. Serving good grub and with a large patio, Chill Bar is your one stop shop. Chill is also known for having game day drink specials when the Dallas Cowboys, Rangers, Stars, and Mavericks play at home. The patio has nine outdoor TV’s, an outdoor bar and is also dog-friendly!
Grapevine | Directions

COSM
There is truly nothing else like Cosm Dallas! Hailing from LA, Cosm is an over-the-top entertainment complex featuring an immersive 87-foot LED-dome screen and a huge area with wall-to-wall TVs called The Hall. The dome truly feels like you're at the game, and is worth the splurge, as you do have to buy tickets ahead of time. If the dome isn't for you, head to The Hall, which features wall-to-wall TVs and servers bringing you eats and drinks galore!
The Colony | Directions
HG SPLY CO.
With two suburban locations, Fort Worth and Trophy Club, HG is the go-to spot for good vibes, great eats, and catching up with your crew. The menu delivers on all fronts (the Cochinita Nachos alone will have you planning your next visit). Brunch lovers, head to the patio at either location for a lineup of cocktails worth toasting and plenty of Insta-worthy moments. Want even more patio time? Swing by for happy hour, Monday through Friday, 3 to 6 pm, and keep the good times rolling!
Multiple Locations | See Locations
Katy Trail Outpost
No doubt one of Dallas’ favorite outdoor hangouts is Katy Trail Icehouse and they have a sister location in Plano! Bring the pups to do some socializing while you kick back with good old-fashioned patio sittin’ and beer sippin’ (took the phrase straight off their IG because it's so fitting)! The atmosphere is extremely laid back and we recommend ordering one of their the giant margs, even in the cooler weather, because there are heaters everywhere to warm you up!
Plano | Directions
Legacy Hall
If you’re looking for a one-stop shop for all things entertainment, eateries, and camaraderie, then this is the place for you! Legacy Hall features a variety of concerts, events, and watch parties almost every day of the week, so you’ll never run out of things to discover.
Plano | Directions
SHARK CLUB SPORTS GRILL
It’s no wonder Shark Club is known as the “HQ of sports”, with 44 TVs and two 20 ft media walls, there is no shortage of space to catch the game. Enjoy sports bar classics like nachos & chicken wings and signature items like the mini mac sliders and barbacoa street tacos.
Plano | Directions

SIDECAR SOCIAL
Sidecar Social is an innovative 20,000-square-foot game lover’s haven! Catch the game on their 18-foot TVs while enjoying the giant patio and playing games like ping pong, shuffleboard, and more. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, try out their shareables like Birria tacos, skillet queso, and mozzarella bites.
Addison & Frisco | See Locations
STANDARD SERVICE - HEATH
If you’re ever headed East of Dallas, make sure Standard Service is on your list! This is the ultimate adult playground with TVs, cornhole, ping pong, and more.Their giant fire pit reminds us of a huge paella pan and is surrounded by lounge chairs, much like gathering around a campfire! As if it couldn’t get any cuter, there’s plenty of semi-private patio sectionals and bean bag lounge chairs to go around!
Heath | Directions
Texas Live!
Located right in the center of sports action in Dallas, Texas Live offers giant TVs, so you can catch every game! It might even feel like you’re actually there! This vibrant entertainment destination has also offers a variety of restaurants and cocktail bars so you can enjoy the game exactly how you like!
Arlington | Directions

TRUCK YARD
Fancy a beer garden and adult playground combo? Head to Truck Yard’s location in The Colony for a Dallas-worthy good time in their giant patio area, just in the ‘burbs! While it is a laid-back scene, it's definitely a lively patio space because there are food trucks, live music, tons of games to play, and occasional events! Sit on colorful and crazy vintage seating or in colorful chairs under umbrellas!
The Colony | Directions
UNION BEAR
Located right on the boardwalk, Union Bear Brewing is essentially Granite Park’s pub! They have an awesome, large space with an industrial feel, plus indoor and outdoor patios overflowing onto the boardwalk. The waterfront patio is our favorite place to be, with plenty of space to hang out with family and friends!
Plano | Directions
Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux
This family-friendly bistreaux combines the classic sports bar feel with a Louisiana flair. Every dish is made from scratch and features some of that signature Cajun flavor, making Walk-On’s the perfect place for a game, a family outing, drinks with the girls, and much more!
Arlington & The Colony | See Locations