Top 10 spots to watch football in New Orleans, according to Yelp

Bella Dardano

Mon, September 16, 2024 at 3:18 PM UTC

4 min read

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — It’s time to break out that black, purple and gold. Football season is back in New Orleans!

Football season is often seen as a time to bond with family and friends while rooting for your favorite teams.

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While many may have their own gameday rituals like cooking at home and wearing that lucky jersey, others may be looking for a spot to get to know other fans, support local businesses and overall enjoy the big game.

If you can’t make it to the Dome or Tiger Stadium to cheer on the Saints and the Tigers, here are the top 10 spots to watch football in New Orleans, according to Yelp.

10. Brewery Saint X ?? 4.4/5 stars

According to the Brewery Saint X website, this New Orleans brewery and bar serves a variety of beers including full-flavored ales and experimental sours as well as bites including small plates and sandwiches. With 56 Yelp reviews, one reviewer notes, “they have 8 TVs to watch SAINTS and PELS!!”

734 Loyola Ave.

9. Marie’s Bar and Kitchen ?? 4.4/5 stars

This Burgundy Street dive bar is known for its burgers, according to Yelp reviewers. With 81 reviewers, one guest said, “This is my neighborhood bar. Everyone is friendly and the hamburgers are delicious! Hanging there for football games is so much fun!”

2483 Burgundy St.

8. The Upper Quarter ?? 4.4/5 stars

This upper French Quarter bar is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. One reviewer mentioned the bar’s food pop-ups and noted it is an “awesome place to watch sports too!”

1000 Bienville St.

7. Sidecar Nola Patio & Oyster Bar?? 4.4/5 stars

According to the Sidecar Nola website, this New Orleans patio and oyster bar is serving up a variety of oysters, local seafood, burgers and sandwiches. With 156 Yelp reviews, one reviewer said, “If you’re looking for great food, tasty drinks, tropical ambiance, and some sports games on TV, this is the go-to spot.”

1114 Constance St.

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6. Urban South Brewery ?? 4.5/5 stars

This New Orleans brewery is serving up beer, seltzers, non-alcoholic beverages, burgers and wings this football season with 15 TVs and two projectors this football season, according to the Urban South Facebook page. With 234 Yelp reviews, guests note the variety of beers and the Urban Smash food truck.

1645 Tchoupitoulas St.

5. The Schooner Saloon ?? 4.5/5 stars

This neighborhood spot is known for serving up local beer, specialty rums, unique cocktails and homemade food, according to the Schooner Saloon website. With 22 Yelp reviewers, one guest described the vibe as “friendly, nice and upbeat. Lots of televisions playing all the sports.”

700 Burgundy St.

4. J&J’s Sports Lounge ?? 4.6/5 stars

This New Orleans Sports Bar offers a selection of drinks and local brews as well as hosts sports potlucks on game days, according to the J&J’s Sports Lounge Yelp description. With 48 Yelp reviews, guests mention the service and the atmosphere.

800 France St.

3. Second Line Brewing ?? 4.6/5 stars

This Mid-City brewery serves a selection of core beer and small-batch beers in its taproom, as well as a hard seltzer. The brewery also has a beer garden that hosts local pop-up vendors, according to its website. With 102 Yelp reviews, one reviewer said, “We visit this beer garden every time we are in NOLA. The beers are very good. They frequently have interesting food trucks. They have TVs in the beer garden for big games and heaters in the rare cool weather.”

433 N. Bernadotte St.

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2. The Exchange Pickleball + Bar ?? 4.7/5 stars

This Lower Garden District pickleball spot is also a bar. According to The Exchange Pickleball + Bar website, this pickleball facility houses indoor and outdoor courts while offering food, drinks and live music. With 14 Yelp reviews, one reviewer said, “Came here to watch college football in their fabulous outdoor space! Was perfect for what we were looking for – sound for the game was ON, food was REALLY good and we were even able to get in some pickleball at the adjacent court at halftime.”

2120 Rousseau St.

1. Bullet’s Sports Bar ?? 4.7/5 stars

This Seventh Ward sports bar hosts live music, happy hours, drink specials and serves up a selection of meals Monday through Wednesday, according to the Bullet’s Sports Bar Facebook Page. With 70 Yelp reviews, many mention the overall atmosphere and live music.

2441 A P Tureaud Ave.

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