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Locals love heading to Memphis sports bars to catch Grizzly’s and University of Tennessee football games. Fargo’s is Memphis’ top sports bar for Big Orange fans, but it has enough diversions to keep non-football fans happy including pool, karaoke, shuffleboard and darts. Oh, and lots of alcohol. The aptly named Sports Pub caters to Grizzly fans and has more than 20 TVs to make sure that none of the action is missed. Even the English pub, Fox & Hound, gets in on the basketball action with plenty of big-screen TVs. Other Memphis Sports bars worth stopping in for a drink and to watch the game include, Bobcat Bar & Grill, Murphy’s and R.P. Tracks. Most of the bars in Memphis play the major games, but true sports bars bring in the most exciting crowds.
Bobcat Bar & Grill
4730 Poplar Ave., Memphis, Tennessee; Tel. 901.685.2933
Pizza, beer and sports. Memphis dive bar Bobcat Bar & Grill has it all for college students or anyone in need of greasy food and cold beer. Several TVs play all the local games while patrons enjoy shuffleboard, darts, pool and video games in true sports bar fashion. This dive has a better beer selection than most, with cute bartenders to boot. Everyone’s a regular at Bobcat Bar & Grill, where cold beer is as plentiful as the friendly patrons.
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Fargo’s
4027 Raleigh Millington Rd., Memphis, Tennessee; Tel. 901.377.6878
Those who are looking for the best sports bar in Memphis to watch University of Tennessee football should wander into Fargo’s. When not rooting for Big Orange, Fargos’ patrons entertain themselves with pool, karaoke, shuffleboard and darts over cold brews from the bar. The young crowd welcomes visitors, as long as any Florida Gator paraphernalia is left outside. Partiers who want a taste of Memphis college life can stop by Fargo’s to experience full-blown partying.
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Fox & Hound English Tavern
5101 Sanderlin Ave. #100, Memphis, Tennessee; Tel. 901.763.2013
An excellent beer selection and delicious barbeque make the Fox & Hound English Tavern the perfect Memphis bar to watch the Grizzlies or to shoot pool with friends. Big screen TVs, darts, shuffle board and video games will keep everyone happy while the excellent food that’s always hot off the grill is sure to fill even the hungriest patrons. Enjoy some rib-sticking barbeque and beer while playing pool or darts for a complete night or as a way to kick off a night of exploring the rest of Memphis’ nightlife.
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Murphy's
1589 Madison, Memphis, Tennessee; Tel. 901.726.4193
Tasty pub grub and a great selection of beer have kept Murphy’s open for nearly three decades among the seemingly never-ending list of Memphis bars and clubs. This Midtown Memphis dive also hosts live local bands on the indoor stage. For those who want more than beer, Murphy’s has a wide selection of cocktails, wine, wells and premium spirits from the large bar. When the weather is nice, the outdoor patio offers students, businesspeople and regulars a great place to relax and enjoy all that Memphis has to offer.
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R.P. Tracks
3547 Walker Ave., Memphis, Tennessee; Tel. 901.327.1471
Trains practically roll through R.P. Tracks, which might sound annoying, but every time a train thunders past, shots are $1 off which will make trains a welcome treat soon enough. The crowd is varied at this Memphis dive with everyone from students to tourists and regulars who can choose from drinks on the three-page cocktail menu. Several microbrews and wines are also served along with a variety of tasty pub food—excellent burgers accompany vegetarian choices on the menu. R.P. Tracks is a great Memphis dive bar to get a taste of real Tennessee nightlife, drink specials when trains roll through and tasty grub from the grill.
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Sports Pub
5012 Park Ave., Memphis, Tennessee; Tel. 901.767.8632
Catering to Memphis sports fans, Sports Pub manages to take the cake in terms of sports bars. Vols, Titans and Grizzly games are sure to be playing on one of the 20-plus TVs found inside and offer views no matter where patrons sit in the bar. Served alongside traditional pub grub from the grill, beer, cocktails and wine help celebrate a win or drown sorrows if the hometown favorites lose. Sports Pub delivers exactly what its name promises—no frills—just sports, drinks and pub grub.
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—Memphis bar and club reviews by David Backes
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