Top Sports Bars in Mesa

Mesa has never been just another place to grab a drink and watch the game. Here, sports bars get a serious upgrade — craft beverages poured with care, chef-driven menus that go far beyond wings, and the same great games played on big screens. It’s the best of both worlds: the comfort of a neighborhood hangout with the flair of Mesa’s food and drink scene taken to the next level.

Gabby's Bar & Grill

Gabby's Sports Bar and Grill has been in the game for 39 years. Offering a fun spot to enjoy good food, drinks and company, Gabby's features the longest daily happy hour in the valley from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. So, it's not doubt why Gabby's was voted the valley's classiest dive bar. Enjoy the award winning wings and sauces, karaoke and fifty-cent pool games.

Pedal Haus Biergarten

Pedal Haus Biergarten in downtown Mesa is where community meets craft beer. Set in a retrofitted Pit Stop shop, it offers a sprawling dog-friendly patio with fire pits, lawn games and live music. Catch the game, dig into elevated pub fare and sip award-winning Pedal Haus brews.

Cactus Kitchen & Bar

Cactus Kitchen + Bar, inside the Holiday Inn & Suites Phoenix-Mesa/Chandler, offers a relaxed setting where guests can enjoy American classics while watching their favorite sports on multiple flat-screen TVs. The venue also features karaoke nights every Thursday from 6 PM to 10 PM, complemented by drink specials and a happy hour menu from 4 PM to 10 PM, making it a lively spot for both locals and travelers.

12 West Brewing Tap Room & Restaurant

12 West, named after its location on 12 West Main Street in downtown Mesa, can be noted for being an exceptional taproom, cocktail bar and restaurant. Experience an assortment of craft beers and collaboration beers from other Arizona breweries. Aside from the tasty beverages, guests can be sure to enjoy a tasty meal, whether it be the Bretzel, a Katsu Chicken sandwich or any of their salads and flatbreads. Chef David Linville uses fresh, whole foods for all menu items, sourcing ingredients locally.

Dink & Dine

Dink & Dine Pickle Park takes Mesa’s sports bar game to another level with its “eat-ertainment” approach. Thirteen pickleball courts, chef-crafted bites, and craft drinks set the tone, while the outdoor space brings it all together with a giant LED screen for game day, yard games, and endless pickleball fun.

Chupacabra Taproom

Chupacabra Taproom has become a downtown Mesa staple, pairing an ever-changing craft beer list with a relaxed, sports-bar vibe. Big screens make it an easy place to catch the game, while the rotating taps and laid-back atmosphere create a welcoming hangout where locals gather, cheer and connect over a pint.

Phantom Fox Beer Co + Goat & Ram Pizza

Phantom Fox Beer Co. brings fresh energy to downtown Mesa with its restored brick space, 22 taps of house-brewed beer, and a lively sports-bar atmosphere. Big screens keep the games rolling, while Goat & Ram Pizza serves up wood-fired pies that pair perfectly with a cold pint.

Blue 32 Sports Grill

Blue 32, this one's for you sports fans! This locally owned and operated business features a spread of burgers, steaks and seafood to enjoy while watching your favorite sports team. For a cold beverage, Blue 32 offers a bunch of local craft beers to sip on. The restaurant also features HD televisions around the restaurant covering the most current sporting events. I don't know about you, but we're thinking Blue 32.

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