The electrifying atmosphere in a sports bar, brought about by the unison cheer of fellow groupies (and rivals), makes watching a match outside your own home so much more exciting. What’s more, you won’t have to 1) clean up after your mates, or 2) piss off everyone in the house and the neighbours with your roars and arguments. So for the next big game, hit up these sporting bars in Singapore and experience the excitement. The pub too crowded to score a table? Head over to your friendly neighbourhood coffee shop to catch live sport in Singapore — we’re certain the vibe there will be just as exhilarating.
Harry’s provides live telecast of football, rugby, cricket, and tennis!
Harry’s
One of Singapore’s most enduring dining and bar chains, Harry’s screens just about any of the big matches – football, rugby, tennis, and even cricket. Of course, big football matches (think Liverpool versus Man United; Chelsea versus Man City) will get priority – it’s Singapore’s most popular sporting events after all. The vibe here is relaxed; homely even – great for an unpretentious, no-judgement session with the pals over reliable beers and decent bites.
Harry’s, Islandwide.
Boomarang Bistro and Bar
Leave the comfort of your couch and catch the next Rugby match at Boomarang. Constantly packed with Rugby fanatics on match days, this is one of the best sporting bars in town. Everyone here is really friendly and welcoming too – it’s no wonder everyone’s a regular! They also prepare one of the best weekend brunches in town, promising to cure any hangover.
Boomarang Bistro and Bar (Robertson Quay), 60 Robertson Quay, #01-15 The Quayside, 238252, p. 6738 1077.
Boomarang Bistro and Bar (Boat Quay), 52 Circular Road, Singapore 049407, p. 6536 4990.
Bar Bar Black Sheep
If you’re looking to drink yourself silly, catch live EPL screenings, and munch on fusion beer grub, it’s got to be Bar Bar Black Sheep. They have outlets in Robertson Quay and Bukit Timah, too.
Bar Bar Black Sheep@Tanjong Katong, 362 Tanjong Katong Road, p. 6348 8275.
Bungy Bar
This live music venue and sports bar at Clarke Quay screens live telecast of both rugby and football. Visit their Facebook page for the line-up of the matches they will be screening before popping over.
Bungy Bar, #01-07 Clarke Quay 3E River Valley Rd, Singapore 179024, p. 6339 5707.
Catch a rugby or football match at the snazzy Mcgettigan’s
McGettigan’s
First opened in Dublin, this Irish chain is actually famous in (surprise, surprise) Dubai. Decked out in mahogany wood and leather armchairs, this swanky sports bar televises both rugby and football, and is a great place to hang with crew. Pop in for a scrumptious Irish spread including the usual fish and chips and frothy Guinness stout.
McGettigan’s, #01-01C Clarke Quay, 3 River Valley Road, Singapore, Singapore, p. 6694 6911.
District 10 @ UE Square
With a sleek interior and laidback ambiance, District 10 makes watching the match feel like a sophisticated affair. Get a glass of exotic gin and tonic including Bulldog Watermelon and Fords Sugarcane during their one-for-one happy hour between 11am to 8pm.
District 10 @ UE Square, #01-15/16/17 UE Square Shopping Mall, 81 Clemenceau Avenue, Singapore 239917, p. 6738 4788.
Fern & Kiwi
This kiwi bar screens – you guessed it – live rugby matches. One of the few restaurants in town that offers authentic New Zealand cuisine, disappointment is not on their menu. Feast on their classic pork spare ribs and wash it down with a frothy Super Cold Steinlager served on tap as you cheer on your favourite team.
Fern & Kiwi, #01-02/03 The Cannery, 3C River Valley Road, Clarke Quay, Singapore 179024, p. 6336 2271.
Hogs
A well-kept secret amongst both Easties and bikers alike, craft beer biker joint Hogs is plastered with screens – we counted more than six! Screening rugby, tennis, football, and at times, golf, this east-side sports bar will definitely cater to any sporting fans. The staff here are pretty flexible as well, and are willing to switch channels so long as the majority agrees.
Hogs, 382 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427622, p. 6342 0382.