Best Sports Bars

Catch your favorite team's games at these Galveston favorites.

There's nothing like watching your favorite team on Galveston Island. Whether you're looking to catch a game near the beach or in Galveston's bustling Downtown district, we've put together a list of some visitor favorites for you to choose from.

Pictured: Number 13 Terrace
Sports Bars
Sharky’s Tavern

Come for the pizza, stay for the upbeat music, rustic decor, drink specials, micro beers, and more. Sharkys Tavern offers a menu with plenty of pizza options, including a classic pepperoni, Chicken Fajita pizza, and the popular Plato's Pie.

Sports Bars
Beerfoot Brewery

Head to Beerfoot to sample and savor craft beer and fine wines. Beerfoot prides itself on offering unique, hard-to-find brews and embraces one artisan brewer. You can pair your drinks with food from Float Patio & Pool Bar, directly across the street and enjoy yourself in a relaxing, beachy atmosphere.

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Sports Bars
Longboard Pool Bar

What could be better than a beachfront bar with ocean views, and great eats? Head to Long Board Pool Bar for an outpost that embodies all of Galveston's famous island fun. The beer is cold and the bartenders are ready to mix up anything to soothe your palette. Try the pizza too for a great post-beach meal.

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Sports Bars
Woody’s Beach Bar

Woody's is Located on Beautiful Galveston Island, Texas! We're Directly on the beach with panoramic views of the open Gulf! Full liquor bar, with a large selection of draft and imported beers! Live music every Saturday and Sunday afternoon on the deck.

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Sports Bars
The Press Box

A favorite hangout among locals, The Press Box is a sports bar & eatery known for its nachos, wings, burgers, sandwiches, specials, and ice-cold beer. Lunch specials are offered weekdays.

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Sports Bars
Bubba’s On The Strand

Bubba's on The Strand offers a great variety of liquors and beers to choose from with live music right on the Strand!

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Sports Bars
Number 13 (Upstairs Terrace)

Catch your favorite games while enjoying a cocktail (or two) with incredible views from the upstairs terrace at Number 13.

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Dive Bars
O’Malley’s Stage Door Pub

O'Malley's Stage Door Pub is a local bar with over 100 different types of bottled beer, fabulous deli sandwiches, a pool table, dart board, Golden Tee, and lots of memorabilia.

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Dive Bars
Molly’s Old Cellar Bar

This authentic Irish pub serves over 60 draft beers from around the world and offers a full-service bar as well. Molly's Pub is the perfect Galveston spot to grab a drink and unwind.

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Dive Bars
Murphy’s Irish Pub

Murphy’s is Galveston’s largest Irish pub. The old-school brick and wood-lined hangout offers signature pizzas, a large draft selection and two pool tables.

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