FANtastic Places to Watch the Game
Buffalo is almost in a constant state of fandemonium. Couldn’t snag tickets to the game? No worries – we’ve got you covered. When you can’t get to the game, pony up to any of these establishments, where the sports are always on for you to watch your team snatch the W.
Southern Tier Brewing
7 Scott St, Buffalo
Let’s start with the place where bigger is better! Located within HARBORCENTER, in close proximity to Key Bank Center, and built by Bills & Sabres owner, Terry Pegula, this place knows sports. Boasting nine TVs behind the bar, including a two-story, 38-foot projection screen, your worries of watching multiple games at once are a thing of the past.
Buffalo Iron Works
49 Illinois St, Buffalo
Located in the Cobblestone District right next to KeyBank Center, Iron Works is known for its almost daily concerts, but during gametime this place will be a haven for those looking get loud when their team scores big. Check this place out if you’re into lots of local beers on tap and a menu full of tasty treats.
Bada Bing
42 W. Chippewa St, Buffalo
Grab your closest friends and gather around Bada Bing’s Jumbotron – a ginormous TV filled box that resembles the video board hanging over the ice at KeyBank Center. With all of the sports packages, Sunday Ticket, Center Ice, UFC and boxing, there’s always a reason to pop in to this Chippewa bar.
Big Ditch Brewery
55 E. Huron St, Buffalo
A quintessential downtown hangout, you’ll find plenty of jersey-clad patrons here when the game is on. Ranked one of New York State’s best breweries, the tasty beers are always flowing at Big Ditch. You’ll be hoping for overtime just so you can stay a little longer!
Soho
64 W. Chippewa St, Buffalo
This bar is a reliable go-to for happy hour, an excellent meal and, yep, game time celebrations. Located on the Chippewa Strip, this corner bar and restaurant has been supplying downtown Buffalo with good times for years!
Buffalo RiverWorks
359 Ganson St, Buffalo
An absolutely massive space situated along the Buffalo River and in the heart of Buffalo’s historic grain elevator district, you’ll be enthralled during the game with plenty of entertainment, food and beers from their on-site brewery to keep you busy during intermissions. PS – adventure-seekers can even take a wild walk on their covered ropes course between games.
Colter Bay
561 Delaware Ave, Buffalo
Re-opened in recent years by local beer connoisseur, Mike Shatzel, Colter Bay has all of the craft beer selection you’ve come to expect from a Shatzel joint AND a revamped food menu. The warm, lodgy atmosphere is perfect for a comfortable game time experience.
The Banshee Irish Pub
257 Franklin St, Buffalo
Every day feels like St. Patrick’s Day at the Banshee! Step inside this traditional Irish Pub for a pint of Guinness, comfort foods like corned beef and shepard’s pie and Buffalo favorites including wings and beef on weck.
Sports City Pizza Pub
1407 Niagara St, Buffalo
Sports City Pizza Pub on Niagara Street is the classic sports bar; 24 beers on tap, thirteen flat screen TVs and, of course, pizza. With a large space able to accommodate huge parties, this is the go-to family friendly sports outing location.
Sidelines Sports Bar & Grill
1489 Delaware Ave, Buffalo
Sidelines Sports Bar & Grill serves up classic comfort food and cold beers in a relaxed setting, just minutes from downtown Buffalo and an easy go‑to spot for catching the game.
Ballyhoo
211 S Park Ave, Buffalo
Ballyhoo is a laid‑back downtown Buffalo favorite for creative sausages, craft cocktails, and an easygoing bar atmosphere that’s great for hanging out and grabbing a bite.
Resurgence
55 Chicago St, Buffalo
Resurgence Brewing Co. sits close to the Buffalo River near downtown, pouring house‑brewed beers alongside solid pub fare in a lively taproom that’s easy to settle into. Catch the game and enjoy a beer flight to sample all the freshly brewed flavors.
Free Street Tavern
1469 Niagara St, Buffalo
Free Street Tavern is a cozy downtown Buffalo hangout known for its creative comfort food, solid drinks, and a friendly neighborhood vibe that makes it easy to settle in for the game.
Mr. Goodbar
1110 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo
Mr. Goodbar is an Elmwood Village classic where wings, cold beers, and a buzzing bar atmosphere make it a go‑to spot for watching the game or hanging out with friends.
