Sports bars in Durban
There's a specific kind of joy in watching a big game shoulder to shoulder with strangers who instantly become friends when your team scores. Durban has 24 sports bars where you can do exactly that. Below are the real spots — names, addresses, what kind of place each one is — plus how to pick the right one for game day. Names you'll see below include Hollywoodbets Springfield Park and Bunny Bar, Stella Sports, Hollywoodbets Argyle and Bunny Bar, and 21 more across town.
The sports bars scene in Durban
We indexed 24 sports bars in Durban. The scene leans Pool Hall, Indian Restaurant and Betting Shop. You'll find them in ITheku, Berea, Tongaat. Hollywoodbets Springfield Park and Bunny Bar (Indian Restaurant, Sports Bar) on 126 Intersite Ave (Umgeni Road). Stella Sports (Sports Bar) on Davenport Road (Davenport). Hollywoodbets Argyle and Bunny Bar (Indian Restaurant, Sports Bar) on De Mazenod Rd (Stamford Hill Road).
Sports bars in Durban
Hollywoodbets Springfield Park and Bunny Bar
A indian restaurant and betting shop spot 6.5 km from central Durban.
Stella Sports
A sports bar 3.0 km from central Durban.
Hollywoodbets Argyle and Bunny Bar
A indian restaurant spot 2.2 km from central Durban.
Coimbra Bar @ Blue Waters
A sports bar 2.1 km from central Durban.
Jack Rabbits
A sports bar 2.7 km from central Durban.
Stella Athletic Club
A sports bar 2.9 km from central Durban.
Stella FC Restaurant
A sports bar 3.1 km from central Durban.
One top sport bar
A sports bar 3.7 km from central Durban.
One Stop - Kings Park Rugby Stadium
A sports bar 3.7 km from central Durban.
Loosehead Tavern
A sports bar 3.7 km from central Durban.
Café Sport
A sports bar 3.9 km from central Durban.
Playa Bar and Take Away
A sports bar 9.6 km from central Durban.
Liquid Ice Sports Cafe
A sports bar 11.1 km from central Durban.
Dino's Willow Grove
A sports bar 12.6 km from central Durban.
Rotorua Lounge
A sports bar 14.1 km from central Durban.
How to pick a sports bar in Durban
Screens beat everything.
Count the TVs before you count the taps. A good sports bar has sightlines from every seat — if you have to crane your neck, keep walking.
Sound matters for big games.
Playoff games and finals deserve a bar that turns the sound on. Call ahead if the game matters to you; the best bars advertise which matches they're showing.
Arrive early for the big ones.
Championship games, derbies and rivalry matches fill sports bars an hour before kickoff. The regulars know this. Now you do too.
Food is part of the deal.
Wings, nachos, burgers — sports-bar food is its own cuisine. Kitchens get slammed at halftime, so order before the break.
Common questions
What is the best sports bar in Durban?
The honest answer depends on your team and your vibe — some bars are built for football crowds, others for hockey or basketball nights. The listings above show you every option with its address so you can pick by neighborhood and style.
Do sports bars in Durban show live games with sound?
Most do for major matches, but policies vary by venue and by game. If sound matters, call the bar ahead of time — especially for finals and rivalry games.
Are sports bars in Durban family-friendly?
Many are restaurants first and bars second, especially earlier in the day. Evenings and big fight nights skew adult. When in doubt, go before 7pm.
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