No matter your favourite sport, you can guarantee there are many sports bars in London showcasing the biggest international games in high-definition. There’s nothing better than rooting for your favourite teams with a drink in your hand, bar snacks aplenty and surrounded by fellow fans.

You might be looking for a sports bar that serves up themed cocktails or tasty sharing platters as you wait for kick-off. Or maybe you’re after only the very best in giant screens and state-of-the-art sound systems while you sample locally brewed beer. Whether it’s time for cheering on a win or commiserating a loss, check out our guide to the best sports bars in London.

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    Café Kick

    Kick things off at this colourful, Spanish-themed sports bar

    Café Kick
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    In the heart of Exmouth Market lies Café Kick, a small but quirky sports bar with a Spanish ambience. The staff love sports as much as their customers do, so expect to find plenty of screens dotted around to ensure you never miss a critical moment of that all-important game.

    While you’re here, challenge your friends to table football as you enjoy a cool glass of continental draft beer. Don’t miss a chance to sample the menu either, as the bar is beloved for its Jamon Iberico and pan con tomate. The lively vibe at Café Kick is so popular, it’s even been used as a filming location for films such as “Auf Wiedersehen, Pet” and “The 355”.

    Location: 43 Exmouth Market, London EC1R 4QL, UK

    Open: Daily from 12 pm to 11 pm

    Phone: +44 (0)20 7837 8077

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    Kings Sports Bar at The Empire Casino

    Feel like royalty in this 24/7 luxury casino bar

    Kings Sports Bar at The Empire Casino
    • Luxury
    • Nightlife

    For the biggest international games 24 hours a day, there is no place better than the Kings Sports Bar at the Empire Casino. Showing all manner of sports from football and F1 to baseball, sailing and more on 2 giant screens, you’ll be spoilt for choice at this Leicester Square hotspot.

    Thanks to an additional 14 screens, staff will do their best to accommodate any game you’re after. American-style bar food is served until the early hours, and daring fans can try the All In Burger challenge to win a VIP package. Celebrate a win with a Kings Experience in the Bud Box to feel like royalty, complete with a private screen, a fully stocked fridge and table service.

    Location: 5-6 Leicester Square, London WC2H 7NA, UK

    Open: 24/7

    Phone: +44 (0)20 3627 0425

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    Flat Iron Square

    Live sports and locally brewed beer under the arches

    Flat Iron Square
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    Close to London Bridge and nestled under the arches of a disused railway, Flat Iron Square is a sports bar with a difference. The original, exposed brick gives a quirky vibe and the huge garden with views of the Shard is perfect for catching a big game with friends. There’s even a community book swap and arcade games to be found here.

    Flat Iron Square boasts an on-site brewery, which can be seen from the Taproom, which makes an exclusive Hop Exchange beer. Large screens are inside, outside and in booths, so with plenty of seating and 5 incredible food traders dishing up tacos and noodles, Flat Iron Square is bound to become your new favourite London sports bar.

    Location: 45 Southwark St, London SE1 9HP, UK

    Open: Tuesday–Saturday from 12 pm to 11 pm, Sunday from 12 pm to 8pm on Sunday (closed on Mondays)

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    Beechwood Sports Pub & Kitchen

    Modern Shoreditch bar serving up great beer and 1 kg of chicken wings

    Beechwood Sports Pub & Kitchen
    • Food
    • Nightlife

    Those looking to watch live sports in Shoreditch should stop by Beechwood Sports Pub & Kitchen, especially if you’re in the mood for some great bar snacks. You can enjoy the most eagerly anticipated matches in great detail on their state-of-the-art screens inside the bar or in any of their outdoor spaces.

    Cheering for your team is hungry work, so treat yourself and friends to a delicious sharing platter or even a whopping 1 kg of chicken wings. Beechwood Sports Pub has a modern but cosy feel thanks to its warm wood and industrial pipework lighting, and the atmosphere is so exciting it’ll be just as good as watching the game in person.

    Location: Worship St, London EC2A 2FA, UK

    Open: Daily from 1 am to 11 pm

    Phone: +44 (0)20 8161 0444

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    The Moretown Belle

    Unusual burgers and 31 high-definition screens to enjoy

    The Moretown Belle
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    The Moretown Belle is home to 31 UHD monitors, including multiscreen walls and 5 sound zones, offering both quantity and quality when it comes to showing live sports. If you also want to get in on the sporting action and challenge your friends, there are 3 dartboards and 3 pool tables available too.

    Sacrificing a Sunday lunch to watch the latest match isn’t a problem at this sports bar thanks to offerings such as a traditional roast dinner or a zesty Paddington Bear burger – complete with orange marmalade. If the vibrant neon lights and floral scenery aren’t for you, head to the large, front garden where you can watch the game in the sun.

    Location: 5 Thomas More St, London E1W 1YY, UK

    Open: Monday–Wednesday from 8 am to11 pm, Thursday–Friday from 8 am to 12 am, Saturday from 8 am to 11 pm, Sunday from 10.30 am to 22.30 pm

    Phone: +44 (0)20 7702 0900

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    Rileys Sports Bar Haymarket

    Big games and great food between journeys

    Rileys Sports Bar Haymarket
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    Conveniently located in Victoria Station, Sports Bar and Grill Victoria is the ideal place to catch a game before a train or bus journey. With plenty of screens showing extensive live coverage from Sky and TNT Sports, and free Wi-Fi, you’ll never miss that all-important match due to a delayed commute again.

    The best thing to accompany a big game is great food, and Sports Bar and Grill Victoria has it in abundance. Don’t miss a chance to try their huge range of sharing platters featuring seafood, jackfruit or BBQ beef steamed buns or classic mac and cheese. Wash it all down with fun, sports-themed cocktails such as the tropical-inspired Golden Duck or the refreshing Bye Bye Birdie.

    Location: Unit 59, Victoria Station, Terminus Pl, London SW1V 1JU, UK

    Open: Monday to Friday: 12.00 pm to 11.00 pm, Saturday: 12.00 pm to 12:00 am, Sunday: 12.00 pm to 10.30 pm

    Phone: +44 (0)20 7630 7482

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    Long Arm Sports Pub & Brewery

    Sustainable ale and shuffleboard while catching a game

    Long Arm Sports Pub & Brewery
    • Nightlife

    For a pint of freshly brewed ale straight from the tanks to savour while you watch a game, head to Long Arm Sports Pub and Brewery in Shoreditch. An on-site brewery delivers a delightful selection of IPAs, lagers, stouts and more, all joined by a menu of nachos, hot dogs and loaded waffles.

    Giant projector screens will display the latest matches alongside art murals and a cosy, warehouse aesthetic. Whether you’re into boxing, golf or something else entirely, it can all be enjoyed guilt-free, as the Long Arm is dedicated to sustainability by cutting out the keg, cask and bottling process for zero or negative carbon footprints on their beers. Don’t forget to give shuffleboard a try before you leave.

    Location: 20-26 Worship St, London EC2A 2DX, UK

    Open: Daily from 12 pm to 12 am

    Phone: +44 (0)20 3873 4065

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    Bar Kick Shoreditch

    Come for the sports, stay for the DJs

    Bar Kick Shoreditch
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    Bar Kick in Shoreditch is all about comfy and casual, as though you were watching the action straight from your own living room. The large, HD screens and sound systems are all high-tech and show all major international sporting tournaments, and if they aren’t – just ask the friendly staff to switch the channel.

    Table football will keep you occupied at half-time, and an interactive dartboard is there too for any budding Phil Taylors out there. When the match is over, the party can begin, with renowned DJs performing every Friday and Saturday night. And with happy hour offers available Sunday to Friday and baskets of Angry Crab fries, you won’t want to leave.

    Location: 127 Shoreditch High St, London E1 6JE, UK

    Open: Monday–Tuesday from 4 pm to 11 pm, Wednesday–Thursday from 4 pm to 12 am, Friday–Saturday from 12 pm to 1 am, Sunday from 12 pm to 11 pm

    Phone: +44 (0)20 7739 8700

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    Philomena's Irish Sports Bar & Kitchen

    Traditional Irish charm in this popular local

    Philomena's Irish Sports Bar & Kitchen
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    Wish your team all the luck of the Irish by cheering them on at Philomena’s Irish Sports Bar, in the heart of Covent Garden. You’ll have plenty of chances to watch the latest in live sports with 10 screens and late opening times. It is recommended to turn up early though, as this traditional bar is very popular with the locals.

    The Sunday roasts are reportedly both generous and delicious and the breakfasts and lunch options come with prime Irish sausages and steaks. A hearty pint of Guinness is always available, and the lively atmosphere will make every game enjoyable – win or lose. Visit on St. Patrick’s Day for a chance to relive Ireland’s most memorable sporting achievements.

    Location: 40 Great Queen St, London WC2B 5AD, UK

    Open: Sunday–Wednesday from 10 am to 12 am, Thursday–Saturday from 10 am to 1 am

    Phone: +44 (0)20 7242 5560

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    The Dugout at Belushi’s London Bridge

    American-themed party and sports bar

    The Dugout at Belushi’s London Bridge
    • Nightlife

    For rock ‘n’ roll, American party vibes and the biggest international games in crystal-clear 4k resolution, pay a visit to The Dugout at Belushi’s London Bridge. Whatever you’re looking to watch, from basketball and NFL to golf and more, The Dugout will make sure you never miss a second thanks to prompt table service, Sky Q and Dolby Atmos surround sound.

    Indulge in a basket of loaded dirty fries and take advantage of the weekday happy hour offers while you challenge your friends to beer pong. For those special occasions, book a VIP package in the Caves, where you can enjoy private screens, fully stocked fridges and games consoles. If you’ve energy to spare after cheering on your team, stick around for live music and DJ sets into the early hours.

    Location: 161-165, 161 Borough High St, London SE1 1HR, UK

    Open: Sunday–Wednesday from 11 am to midnight, Thursday from 11 am to 1 am, Friday–Saturday from 11 am to 2 am

    Phone: +44 (0)20 7939 9700

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