4 exceptional sports bars to visit in Liverpool

Watching a major sporting event alongside fellow supporters provides an atmosphere that home viewing rarely replicates. The collective anticipation, shared celebrations, and matchday discussions are central to the viewing experience.

Liverpool is home to several high-quality sports bars that elevate the standard pub viewing layout. Ranging from dockside screens to private viewing snugs and landscaped gardens, this guide highlights the premier sports venues in the city.

1. The Long Shot Bar

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Contact details: +44 151 438 6799

Operating hours:

• Monday to Wednesday: 3 pm to 12 am
• Thursday to Sunday: 12 pm to 12 am

Price: £

Set across two levels at the Albert Dock, The Long Shot Bar is equipped with 13 large 4K screens and a substantial projector, ensuring excellent visibility from all angles. The interior features exposed brickwork and modern industrial styling, establishing a sophisticated setting for matchdays.

In addition to live broadcasts, visitors can access pool tables, cornhole, and gaming consoles. A large outdoor seating area provides space to enjoy drinks adjacent to the historic waterfront.

Pro tip: Midweek beverage offers are available until 7 pm, and from 7 pm on Sundays, featuring competitive prices on craft beers, selected cocktails, and prosecco.

2. The Bierkeller Liverpool

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Contact details: +44 800 054 8179

Operating hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 12 pm to 1 am
• Friday: 12 pm to 2 am
• Saturday: 10 am to 2 am
• Sunday: 10 am to 1 am

Price: ££

With multiple HD screens, a large projector, and digital LED displays, The Bierkeller Liverpool offers an immersive, stadium-like environment. The technical setup allows the venue to broadcast up to three separate live events concurrently.

Social games such as darts and beer pong are available alongside the sports coverage. The menu features sourdough pizzas, classic pub fare, and traditional German bratwurst, designed to complement the venue's selection of draught beers served in steins.

Pro tip: Table bookings can be upgraded to include pitch-side packages with pre-ordered drinks, whilst executive box packages are available for private group events.

3. Dicey Reilly’s Liverpool

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Contact details: +44 151 374 0916

Operating hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 3 pm to 11 pm
• Friday to Saturday: 12 pm to 12 am
• Sunday: 12 pm to 11 pm

Price:

Situated in Wolstenholme Square, Dicey Reilly's is a contemporary Irish sports bar. The venue holds ten Ultra HD screens alongside a three-metre main screen on the ground floor, hosting up to 170 patrons in a lively communal setting.

For groups desiring privacy, the venue offers four traditional snugs, each fitted with its own screen. The kitchen prepares classic pub dishes, including handmade pies, loaded wedges, and a popular Sunday roast with slow-cooked beef and rich gravy.

Pro tip: The private snugs host up to eight people and should be reserved in advance for groups wishing to watch games away from the main bar area.

4. Fletcher’s Sports Bar

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Contact details: +44 151 428 7490

Operating hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 12:30 pm to 11 pm
• Friday to Sunday: 12 pm to 11 pm

Price: ££

Located within the grounds of Allerton Manor Golf Club, Fletcher's Sports Bar provides a refined alternative to city-centre sports venues. The site features multiple screens, including a large, heated marquee used for major sporting fixtures and live music events.

A key attraction is the garden terrace, allowing visitors to enjoy food and drink in a parkland setting. This setup offers a more relaxed viewing experience, attracting local sports fans looking for a premium environment.

Pro tip: A smart-casual dress code is enforced; tailored jeans, golf wear, and clean trainers are permitted, whilst sportswear and tracksuits are not allowed.

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