The Sport 360 ultimate guide to Dubai sports bars (2019)

Nick Watkins - Writer 10:15 12/05/2019
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  • Hot spot: The McGettigan's bars are a must for sports fans

    McGettigan’s

    McGettigan’s pubs reflect modern Ireland throughout, with excellent food and beverage offerings and the best in Irish and international live entertainment. Various venues across Dubai include McGettigan’s JLT, located at The Bonnington Hotel JLT; McGettigan’s Souk Madinat Jumeirah; Umm Suqeim; McGettigan’s DWTC, next to Dubai World Trade Centre Arena; McGettigan’s DXB, Terminal 1 Concourse 3 – Departures, Dubai International Airport. The venues have everything a sports fan could ask for – loads of screens, live music, pool tables and a lively atmosphere.

    Tel: +971 4 3780800

    Website: www.mcgettigans.com
    Email: [email protected]

    Wavebreaker Beach Bar & Grill

    Wavebreaker Beach Bar gives burger lovers a reason to rejoice. Every Saturday from 12pm onwards, Wavebreaker Beach Bar & Grill has dedicated a whole day for the mouth-watering grilled dishes. With prices starting from just AED89, there are three new burgers on offer. Guests can choose from Charcoal Smoky Burger; Korean Fighting Chicken Burger; Prawn n’Avo Burger. Sip on a wide variety of handcrafted cocktails and refreshing beverages, while enjoying a lazy lunch with friends at Wavebreaker Beach Bar & Grill.

    Timings: Every Saturday, 10am onwards
    Offer: Selection of burgers from AED 89
    Location: Wavebreaker,Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, JBR, The Walk.
    Tel: +971 4 399 1111

    Kickers Sports Bar and Chill

    The bar features indoor and outdoor TV screens that broadcast live sports from all over the world. Filled with sporting memorabilia, Kickers offers gourmet cuisine prepared by international chefs and a large selection of house beverages. Kickers is located on the first floor of Dubai Sports City’s Football Academy. Opening Hours: 12 noon – 11:30pm

    Tel: 04 4481001.
    Location: Dubai Sports City

    Moods Bar – Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort

    Moods Bar combines cosmopolitan chic with casual elegance. It is the bar of choice in JBR and The Walk and the best place to hang out with your friends during weekends or to simply have a drink after work. Equipped with a pool table and multiple TV screens, sports enthusiasts will surely have a good time cheering on their favourite teams while enjoying a pint of beverage. Enjoy Weekend Ladies Night every Thursday, starting at 8:00pm to midnight. Ladies available 50% discount on bar bites and three complimentary beverages.

    Timings: Open daily from 12:30PM to 3:00AM
    Happy Hour: Daily, from 3:00PM to 8:00PM – Discounted prices on selected beverages.
    Location: Lobby Level, Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort
    Tel: +971 4 315 3861/ +971 4 315 3885

    The Underground Pub

    Whether you’re cheering on your favourite football team or simply enjoying a few drinks with friends while watching the rugby or cricket, Underground Pub located on the ground floor is a great place to catch the latest action and enjoy a wide range of internationally sourced beverages. This trendy sort after bar offers daily happy hour specials with weekly quiz nights and great live entertainment.

    Tel: 04 399 5000
    Website: www.habtoorgranddining.com

    The Docks Scottish Bar

    If you’re looking for a place to catch all the football action live, head down Jumeirah 1, there won’t be any better atmosphere than at The Docks, at the Ramada Jumeirah Hotel. With comfortable seating, an excellent view of the large screen from all angles and easy access to the serving area, The Docks is a great place to watch the action unfold. A lot of thought has gone into making the experience of watching big sports events as exciting as possible. The cosy Scottish-themed pub has been home to many Dubai sporting fans over the last six years and with recent improvements and updated menus, The Docks is welcoming a whole new clientele.

    Tel: 04 702 7000 EXT 7050
    Location: Ramada Jumeirah Hotel

    UBK, Mövenpick Hotel

    Enjoy the Popular chill-out spot with our new air-conditioned tent. New summer menu introducing tasty favourites such as UBK signature wings, BBQ back ribs, UBK signature burger & more. Watch your favourite sports at UBK with over 19 screens for better viewing options. Happy Hour every Hour is back – from opening at AED30 Summer Urban Brunch with discounted rate AED 225 Daily Lunch menu AED69 (starter + main course + soft drink). Tuesday Ladies Night: from 7.00 pm-10.00 pm 3 free selected drinks. Friday Urban Brunch at AED 255 instead of AED 265 unlimited selected drinks from 1.00 pm-4.00pm. The Friday Drunch all you can drink from 4.00 pm to 7.00 pm at AED 145 Summer Daily opening time from 12pm. Kitchen closes 1.00 am. Kids welcome till 8.00 pm.

    Tel: 04 4380000
    Location: Movenpick Hotel, JLT, Cluster A

    Cooper’s, Park Rotana

    One of the most popular British bars in Abu Dhabi offering everything you need for a great night out. Live DJ entertainment, longest happy hour in town, ladies’ nights, quiz night and live broadcast of major games Cooper’s just has it all! This gastro pub offers delicious pub grub with weekly specials, a succulent Friday Carvery Brunch and late-night snacks; coupled with a wide selection of beverages. Traditionally styled with brass trimmed wooden panels, cobblestone walls and checkered floor tiles, Cooper’s is uintessentially English in essence. An outdoor terrace is also available.

    Open daily from 12noon to 2:30am

    Location: Khalifa Park Road Eastern Ring Road, Abu Dhabi
    Tel: 02 657 3325.
    Website: www.rotana.com

    West Beach Bistro & Sports Lounge

    Catch the highs, down the lows and keep up-to-date with all the latest sporting action on multiple screens at West Beach Bistro & Sports Lounge. Daily: Longest Happy Hour of the Walk from 12 noon to 9.00 pm. Lunch offer, daily: Amazing Dine N Drink deal with a choice of appetizer, a main with a pint or glass of beverage to wash it all down at AED 99. Hoteliers offer, daily: Beverage deals starting from AED 26 on selected beverages.

    Tel: 04 4498888
    Email: [email protected]

    Freddy’s Dubai Grand Hotel by Fortune

    The Freddy’s in Dubai resonates to the vibrant beat of London. Located on the Mezzanine level of the hotel, one can enjoy a wide range of beverages and Intercontinental food menu. Popular for broadcasting year-round LIVE sporting events and Pool table. We offer self-serving beverage tables where taps are fixed to the tables and a group of friends or family can have their pour as much as they like. This sports bar and Café serves up casual fare for good times. With additions like a foosball, air hockey, chess table, carom board, PS4 and other arcade video games. No matter where in the world you come from, you’ll feel at home here. It is the ultimate place to be to kick back and relax.

    Tel: 055 4586800
    Location: Mezzanine Floor, Dubai Grand by Fortune.
    Timings: 12 Noon till 3 am

    Velocity – Abu Dhabi

    Velocity is an energetic and sophisticated Sport bar and restaurant offering a menu focused on burgers, lobster and specialty wings served alongside draft and craft beverage and home infused creations. With two goal-sized screens among the 37 screens in total, Velocity will be home to all live sports broadcasts. Enjoy beats, bites and sports at Velocity.

    Timings: Sunday to Wednesday: 4pm to 2am, Thursday & Friday: 12noon to 3am, Saturday: 12noon to 2am.
    Happy Hour: 20 Dhs beverages until midnight daily, Thursday 10 Dhs Pints from 4pm – 7pm
    Location: M Floor, Marriott Hotel Downtown Abu Dhabi
    Tel: 02 304 7777
    Website: www.velocityabudhabi.com

    The Dubliners

    Down some Irish brews to win two tickets to Ireland, Dublin! The Dubliner’s, one of Dubai’s very first authentic Irish bars, offers one of its lucky guests the chance to fly from Dubai to Dublin and celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on the 17th of March.

    From February 1st to March 10th buy a pint or a bite in Dubs, and simply fill the form. The lucky winner gets 2 tickets to Dublin along with a 4-night stay at a 5-star Marriott property during St. Patrick’s weekend! The Dubliner’s recently appointed Manager, Stacey said, “Back home in Dublin, St. Patrick’s Day is a spectacle that everyonelooks forward to! Marked by localsand tourists participating andenjoying the parade and live music,it’s the perfect celebration to enjoywith friends while being a part ofIreland’s age-old traditions.” Thecompetition atDubliner’s started from February 1,2019 and winner will be announcedon March 10, 2019.

    Location: Le Meridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre
    Tel: 04 702 2455
    Email: [email protected]
    Website: www.thedubliners-dubai.com

    Bay Club

    Step out onto the pool-side terrace of Bay Club at DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai – Business Bay and enjoy breathtaking views as the sun sets behind you. Take advantage of the daily Happy Hour from 5 pm – 7 pm for only AED 30 per selected special beverage including snacks while enjoying your favourite live sports game.

    Time: daily from 10am – 1am
    Location: Marjan Island Blvd, Ras Al Khaimah, U.A.E.
    Tel: +971 7 203 0000

    Carter’s

    The best gastro pub in town is a lively venue exuding colonial charm. Carter’s presents a delicious international menu including English favourites and gourmet delights in a relaxed and informal environment.

    Al Fresco dining plus Carter’s Carvery Brunch every Friday is a true highlight. Daily happy hours from 4-8pm.

    Tel: 04 3244100.
    FB: www.facebook.com/WafiRestaurants
    Website: www.pyramidsrestaurantsatwafi.com

    Long’s Bar

    Long’s Bar within Towers Rotana on Sheikh Zayed Road is one of those places you can go to and know you’re going to have a good old fun time. Located in the basement, it is the longest bar in the Middle East, with an authentic “Raffles” look. It is also a great place for casual dining with many exciting promotions every night of the week.

    One of the most popular British pubs in Dubai, Long’s Bar is a fan favourite amongst many to expect football across 20 television screens daily, good-value drinks, tasty food, and a DJ playing your favourite music til’ late. It’s for anyone with a big appetite for everything deliciously good.

    Website: www.rotanatimes.com/towersrotana
    Tel: 04 343 8000
    Email: [email protected].

    Freddy’s

    Freddy’s at Fortune Karama is located on the Mezzanine level of the hotel, one can enjoy a wide range of internationally sourced beverages besides an intercontinental food menu. Popular for the multitude of big-screen and flat-screen TVs broadcasting year round live sporting events.

    FB: www.facebook.com/freddysatkarama
    Website: www.fortunegroupofhotels.com

    Bridgewater Tavern sports bar

    Come down to the Bridgewater Tavern every Tuesday and tuck into juicy sliders paired with ice cold beverages. Every Tuesday from 4pm until 2am AED 95, including 2 sliders and 2 bottles of beverage. Happy Hour Enjoy daily Happy Hour between 4pm and 7pm with a Buy 1, Get 1 free on selected beverages.

    Opening hours: 4pm-2am daily.

    Tel: 04 414 3000
    Website: jwmarriottmarquisdubailife.com

    Nezesaussi Grill Address Dubai Marina

    Live telecast of the football on big screen TVs, private booths, pool tables, old-school arcade games and good food. Enjoy a menu set out like a match programme, with ‘kick off’, ‘half time’ and ‘full time’ sections packed with regular favourites, and a little added inspiration from different corners of the world – 24 TV screens and one big screen. Other entertainment like pool tables, dart boards and juke box.

    Time: 4.00pm to 2.00am
    Price: Adults (21 years and above):AED 99 per person including 2 drinks, and wings
    Tel: 800Dining
    Email: [email protected]
    Website: www.mydubaifootball.com

    Trophy Room at Fairmont Dubai

    Newly opened, featuring a total of 75 seats, 11 giant screens and a food menu that Dubai has never seen before – everything from golden chicken nuggets to beverages topped with bacon-stuffed olives, this sports bar is one of the coolest places to cheer for your favorite teams and to make you feel as in a proper fan zone.

    Tel: 04 311 8316
    Email: [email protected]

    WEST 14th, Dukes Dubai

    If you’re craving steaks, sports, seafood, stunning views and shisha look no further than West 14th. With exceptional views of the Dubai Marina skyline and beautiful sunsets, you’re treated to marvelous hospitality and a broad sophisticated menu. This vibrant and buzzing venue offers all your entertainment needs.

    Live at West 14th: English Premier League and major sporting events Wednesday: Ladies Night. 2 complimentary drinks. 7:30 PM-10:30 PM. Monday – Wednesday: Happy Hour with live music. 9:00PM-12:00 AM

    Operating Hours: West 14th is open daily
    Where: DUKES DUBAI Hotel, Palm Jumeirah.
    Tel: + 971 (0) 4 455 1101
    Email: [email protected]
    Website: www.dukesdubai.com
    FB: @dukesdubai
    Instagram: @dukes.dubai

    JA Jebel Ali Golf Resort Sports Café

    Escape the heat without compromising on the experience and watch football with all of its intensity, excitement and drama at our indoor stadium in Club Jumana JA Jebel Ali Golf Resort. Be part of the event and absorb the intense atmosphere whilst enjoying food and beverage offers.

    Tel: 04 814 5604
    Email: [email protected]

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