The Best Sports Bars in Sydney, Australia

2024 update

Sydney is a city that lives and breathes sports, and when it comes to game day, there’s no better place to catch the action than a great sports bar. Whether you're a die-hard rugby fan, watching the NFL playoffs and Super Bowl, a cricket enthusiast, or a soccer supporter, Sydney’s top sports bars are ready to provide big screens, unbeatable atmospheres, and plenty of good eats and drinks. From the buzzing heart of the CBD to the laid-back vibes of beachside venues, these bars are designed for fans who want to cheer their team to victory. As an American that has lived in Melbourne, Syndey, Brisbane and other Australian cities, I am constantly tracking the best sports bars for American sports like the NFL, NBA, and NHL. (3 years in as an AFL fan)Here’s our list of Sydney’s best verified sports bars, each offering an unforgettable experience for sports lovers.

Discover the best sports bars in Sydney, Australia, where you can watch live rugby, cricket, AFL, NFL and soccer.

Updated: Feb 20, 2025

The List

1The Star Sports Bar

Sports bars
  • 3.9 (253 reviews)

  • 80 Pyrmont Street Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
  • Closed

2Cheers Sports Bar & Grill

Bars Restaurants Sports bars
  • 4.1 (1k reviews)

  • 561 George St, Sydney ... Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
  • Closed

3The Sporting Globe x 4 Pines

Brewpubs Function room facilities Pubs Restaurants Sports bars
  • 4.1 (3k reviews)

  • King Street Wharf, 22 ... Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
  • Open until 22:00

4Coogee Bay Hotel

Bars Conference centers Function room facilities Hotels Live music venues Pubs Restaurants Sports bars
  • 4.0 (4k reviews)

  • 253 Coogee Bay Rd, Coo... Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
  • Closed

5The Bavarian

German restaurants
  • 4.2 (4k reviews)

  • 24 York Street Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
  • Open until 21:00

6Harts Pub

Beer gardens Pubs Restaurants Sports bars
  • 4.4 (2k reviews)

  • Essex St &, Gloucester... Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
  • Open until 23:00

7The Royal Hotel

Pubs
  • 4.1 (679 reviews)

  • 237 Glenmore Road Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
  • Closed

8The Argyle

Bars
  • 3.5 (4k reviews)

  • 18 Argyle Street Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
  • Open until 23:00

9the treehouse hotel

  • 4.3 (1k reviews)

  • : 60 Miller St, North ... , Australia
  • Closed

10Churchills Sports Bar

  • 4.3 (694 reviews)

  • 536 Anzac Parade, King... Kingsford, New South Wales (NSW), Australia
  • Closed

Conclusion

From the high-energy Cheers Bar in the CBD to the relaxed vibes of the Coogee Bay Hotel, Sydney has no shortage of incredible sports bars for fans to come together and celebrate their teams. Whether you’re enjoying a waterfront view at Darling Harbour or a historic pub in The Rocks, these venues bring the game-day spirit to life. No matter what sport you’re passionate about, Sydney has the perfect bar to make every match unforgettable. We are in the early stages of refining our database of great sports bars around the world. Let us know if you have a favorite spot we missed or feedback on our initial suggestions, and we’ll include it in our next guide to the best sports bars in Australia! Contact us here.