The best sports bars in Seattle to watch the Seahawks home opener, Huskies and Kraken games this fall

The Seattle Seahawks play their first home game of the season on Sunday, September 19, against the Tennessee Titans, and restaurants and bars across the city are bracing for a wave of dedicated fans of 12 dressed in blues and greens.
Although we had to say goodbye to longtime game day destinations like Bill’s Off Broadway and Pyramid Alehouse, which closed last year due to indoor dining restrictions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic , other water points around the city are ready to welcome the fans. return.
So grab your jersey and face mask and read on to see the best sports bars and pubs around Seattle to grab your game day bites.
Buckley on Queen Anne
Buckley on Queen Anne via YelpBuckley’s pubs
With locations in both Belltown and Queen Anne, Buckley’s is probably considered the standard for Seattle sports bars: 22 TVs, 24 beers on tap, two happy hours, and a fun atmosphere. From juicy burgers to taco platters and tenderloin steaks, their extensive menu has something for everyone, even those who crave bacon and eggs in the middle of the day.

Sports bar and Rookies grill
Sports bar and Rookies grillSports bar and Rookies grill
Columbia City residents flock to the lively Rookie atmosphere on game day to cheer on their teams and nibble on local bites like brisket poutine, barbecued ribs, shrimp tacos, fried macaroni and cheese, spicy garlic wings and stage pretzels. The restaurant is family-friendly and even welcomes children to the game day festivities.

Rhein Haus
Namthip P. via YelpRhein Haus
While this Capitol Hill bar is a popular nightlife spot, it also has delicious Bavarian food and plenty of local and foreign beers that will make you want to pop the lederhosen and stein. From homemade Polish kielbasas to habanero cheddarwurst and homemade pretzels, Rhein Haus has the products to soak up your match day beers.

The College Inn pub in the U-District reopens under a new owner.
Auberge du Collège PubAuberge du Collège Pub
After closing last year due to indoor dining restrictions, this beloved college district bar officially reopened last month under new owner. Housed in the basement of a 112-year-old building, this waterhole with TVs in every room is sure to be teeming with Husky fans. While most of the menu items remain the same with classic pub food offerings like grinders and nachos, the new owners have also added homemade meatballs and marinara and more local beer options. breweries like Cloudburst, Ravenna and Maritime.

Kangaroo and Kiwi Pub
Christine A./YelpKangaroo and Kiwi
Although known for its rugby matches, the Australian-themed tavern tucked away in Ballard and housed in a former library is also very popular for American football game days. Expect âbrekky pies,â Australian meat pies drizzled with cheddar cheese and fried eggs, alongside eggs, bacon and baked beans. Happy hour runs daily from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. with platters of nachos, burgers, chicken wings, and pizza rolls for under $ 10 each.

The Westy’s Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich.
The Westy via YelpThe Westy
With locations in both West Seattle and Roosevelt, The Westy offers a âtop notch sports showâ experience with plenty of beers, signature cocktails, burgers and wings for everyone. But to the delight of adventurous foodies, their menu goes beyond typical bar bites and includes innovative offerings such as Thai lettuce wraps, pancits, and pan-seared ahi tuna wraps.

Queen Anne Beer Hall
Nancy B via YelpQueen Anne Beer Hall
Step into this huge Bavarian themed space on Queen Anne and you can see – and smell – the homemade grilled sausages. Sophisticated palates can sample local selections of meats and cheeses on their deli board, while those looking to munch on wings can order them by the pound. And with over 60 beers available, you’re sure to find a mild sipping lager to quench your thirst throughout the game.
The Great Hall has a drop-down screen that projects the game, and their large, socially remote tables mean this will be a popular spot for the festivities.

The Bridge in West Seattle
Conner J. via YelpThe bridge
Even though the West Seattle Bridge is still closed, West Seattle sports fans don’t have to travel too far to find a great place to watch the game and have a drink. This lively neighborhood spot is shaking things up with boozy brunches available on weekends and other comfort foods like brisket sandwiches, burgers, street tacos, and macaroni and cheese.

Inside the Angry Beaver, the city’s premier hockey bar.
Amber Q via YelpThe angry beaver
As the city’s first and only Canadian-themed hockey bar, expect this Greenwood location to be overloaded with fans on the Kraken’s inaugural game day this fall. Decorated with NHL and CHL merchandise and known for serving generous flights of poutine and inexpensive drinks, longtime hockey fans and newcomers alike will feel right at home.

The legendary Seattle restaurateur will open the Kraken Bar & Grill.
National Hockey League32 Bar & Grill
Open this fall at Seattle Kraken’s Community Iceplex, 32 Bar & Grill will feature pub food from veteran restaurateur Mick McHugh and 17 high-definition monitors where you can watch all the hockey action. The 5,000-square-foot sports bar, which includes views of the Starbucks Rink where the Kraken practice and the Smartsheet Rink, will also feature Seattle hockey memorabilia and unique Kraken artwork. With the Kraken’s first game scheduled for October 8 in Las Vegas, we anticipate an opening around that date. Stay tuned for more details.