Great Sports Bars: Where to Catch the Game in Cape Town

Whether you’re a fan of football, rugby, cricket, athletics, tennis or Formula 1, there’s very little to beat catching the game in shoulder to shoulder with other fans. Picture everyone leaping to their feet at those crucial moments, and roaring with excitement or sharing groans of disappointment. And then there’s the celebration after! What better way to take in a match and get your gees on than at one of these top sports bars in Cape Town.

Jerry’s Burger Bar

Jerry’s Burger Bar offers a lively, sports-friendly environment, perfect for catching the latest games with friends. This joint has multiple locations and features a menu of gourmet burgers, craft beers, and cocktails, ensuring a fun and relaxed dining experience. On game days, big screens and a vibrant atmosphere make it an ideal spot for sports enthusiasts.

Where: 1 Athens Road, Bloubergstrand | 98 Shortmarket Street, Cape Town City Centre | Willowbridge Centre, Tyger Valley

Hudsons

Hudsons is an American-inspired burger joint providing gourmet burgers and over-the-top milkshakes in a sports-friendly atmosphere. It features large screens for watching live sports events and offers an energetic setting ideal for game days and casual gatherings.

Where: 25 Protea Rd, Claremont | 22 Kloof St, Gardens | Main & Upper Portswood Rds, Green Point | 70 Beach Rd, Muizenberg | 77 Dorp St, Stellenbosch

Tiger’s Milk

Tiger’s Milk offers live game viewing with various screens and comfortable seating on bar stools or chairs. The menu’s handcrafted pizza, grills, and burgers are complemented by the bar’s Tiger’s Milk Lager, variety of cocktails, wine and spirits.

Mirage Catamaran rugby streaming party this weekend in Cape Town

The Mirage Catamaran

What better way to watch a rugby or soccer match than surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean? The Mirage catamaran boasts THREE large screens on board, and each area offers ample comfy seating – couches, tables, and benches. With a full bar on deck, enticing set menus at each event and 5-star service, this is certainly one way to ‘up your game’.

Where: The Mirage Catamaran, moored at the V&A Waterfront

The Perseverance Tavern

The Perseverance Tavern is the oldest pub in South Africa, established in 1808. Also known as Percies or The Percy, it is renowned for its lively camaraderie. Loyal locals gather for live sports screenings, refreshing drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere celebrating every victory (and commiserating every loss). Guests can anticipate gourmet burgers and a variety of drinks, from crafted lagers to signature cocktails. This is a famous favourite for soccer and rugby games in Cape Town.

Where: 83 Buitenkant St, Cape Town City Centre

Van Hunks

Van Hunks is well-equipped for sports viewing, offering multiple strategically-placed TVs to ensure good visibility from most seating areas. This stalwart on the Kloof Street restaurant scene is charming and relaxed, with two fireplaces and a deck for warmer days. What sets Van Hunks apart is it’s delightfully South African menu items – from peri-peri chicken livers and rump steak to Cape Malay bobotie and springbok shank. Van Hunks is hugely popular for big games – get there early!

Where: 1 Upper Union St, Gardens, Cape Town

Mojo Market

Arguably the ultimate destination for game-day thrills, Mojo Market boasts several enormous screens and over 30 stalls offering gourmet foods and an impressive variety of beverages. Major rugby, soccer and other sports events are easily visible from multiple vantage points throughout the venue. The setup provides ample seating for large crowds, making it a popular spot for fans to gather. It’s also a pet-friendly venue.

Where: 30 Regent Rd, Sea Point

Kapstadt Brauhaus

Kapstadt Brauhaus offers large screens with high-definition clarity and beautiful views of the harbour from its deck, making it perfect for post-match celebrations. The indoor seating offers a cosy and warm atmosphere, ideal for those who prefer a more intimate dining experience. Add a little luxury to your tennis or Olympic games days.

Where: Clock Tower, V&A Waterfront | Steenberg Village Shopping Centre, Tokai | cnr. Gladstone & Vrede Sts, Durbanville | 98 Dorp St, Stellenbosch

Dizzy’s

Dizzys is a well-known entertainment bar offering live music, karaoke, beer pong, and quiz nights. It features three big screens for broadcasting live soccer, rugby, and other games, beers on tap, and great signature cocktails. The menu includes finger foods and gourmet dishes, and seating is designed to accommodate small and large groups, with cosy clusters promoting a social atmosphere. There’s a crackling fireplace for colder evenings, and the venue is pet-friendly.

Where: 41 The Drive, Camps Bay

The Fireman’s Arms

The Fireman’s Arms is one of the finest and oldest pubs in Cape Town, providing fine beers and wines, exquisite food, and superb light meals. The pub has undergone renovations and improvements over the years while keeping the original building. This spot is a lovely venue to watch live games, with high stools and counters facing large TV screens, ideal for those who prefer a more casual standing or high-seating experience. Surrounding the perimeter of the bar area are booths and tables, which provide a comfortable seating option with a clear view of multiple TVs.

Where: Cnr. Buitengracht and Mechau Sts, De Waterkant

Ferrymans

Ferrymans – the Original V&A Waterfront’s Irish Tavern – was one of the first tenants in the Waterfront in Cape Town. This Irish pub and restaurant is very popular, owing to its traditional Irish pub fare, sports viewing, and live bands. It also features a safe kids’ play area – always a great perk for families. Ferrymans regularly screens live sports events on large screens and offers both indoor and outdoor seating, allowing patrons to enjoy Waterfront views.

Where: Locomotive Shed, Dock Rd, V&A Waterfront

Rascals Pub

With multiple big screens, various drinks, and a lively crowd, Rascals Pub in Claremont is a great spot to take in a game and socialise. The pub offers both cosy indoor and greenery-filled outdoor seating. The menu features classic pub fare, including highly acclaimed pizzas, curries, and hearty dishes. This is one for the soccer heads.

Where: 2 Meyer St, Claremont