Sports bars in Edmonton
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. Edmonton has 40 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 The Pint Public House, 1ST RND, 1ST RND, and 37 more across town.
The sports bars scene in Edmonton
We indexed 40 sports bars in Edmonton. The scene leans American Restaurant, Pizzeria and Pub. You'll find them in Sherwood Park, Leduc, St. Albert. The Pint Public House (Sports Bar, Pub) on 10125 109 St NW (btw Jasper & 102 Ave). 1ST RND (Sports Bar) on 1672 Bourbon St.. 1ST RND (Sports Bar) on 11248 104 Ave NW.
Sports bars in Edmonton
The Pint Public House
A pub and wings joint spot 1.5 km from central Edmonton.
1ST RND
A sports bar 9.3 km from central Edmonton.
1ST RND
A sports bar 1.7 km from central Edmonton.
Average Joe's All-Star Bar
A sports bar 12.6 km from central Edmonton.
The Canadian Brewhouse
A pub spot 1.4 km from central Edmonton.
The Canadian Brewhouse
A sports bar 11.7 km from central Edmonton.
The Canadian Brewhouse
A sports bar 31.5 km from central Edmonton.
The Canadian Brewhouse
A lounge and brewery spot 3.9 km from central Edmonton.
The Canadian Brewhouse
A gastropub spot 13.8 km from central Edmonton.
The Canadian Brewhouse
A american restaurant spot 29.1 km from central Edmonton.
02's Tap House & Grill
A pub spot 6.7 km from central Edmonton.
Boston Pizza
A pizzeria and american restaurant spot 10.0 km from central Edmonton.
Boston Pizza
A pizzeria and american restaurant spot 10.8 km from central Edmonton.
Boston Pizza
A pizzeria and american restaurant spot 6.2 km from central Edmonton.
Boston Pizza
A pizzeria and american restaurant spot 0.6 km from central Edmonton.
How to pick a sports bar in Edmonton
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 Edmonton?
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 Edmonton 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 Edmonton 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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