Best places to enjoy the game in Rome with a cold one.
Sports lovers, look no further, for in Rome there are many suitable options for sports bars for you. Whether it’s rugby, NFL or following your local footy team, they deliver with a wide array of sports and beverages. From fine dining to basic grub, Rome’s sports bars do not disappoint. Explore the options below where you will find loyal returning customers mixed with sightseeing tourists ready to enjoy a match.
Shamrock Pub
Via del Colosseo, 1C (Monti)
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At Shamrock Pub, you’ll be able to watch the latest rugby and football just a short walk away from the Colosseum. Grab a pint from their over 10 lines of draft beer with hundreds of scarves draping above you. It has decent food, specifically known for its burgers. This place usually gets crowded for football games and is a go-to for some post-work relaxation. Shamrock pub also has live music!
Abbey Theatre
Via del Governo Vecchio, 51/52/53 (Historical Center)
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Another Irish themed pub is a stone’s throw away from Piazza Navona. Abbey Theatre shows “all major sports” at their pub. This cozy atmosphere decorated with stage props and costumes will lure you in with their warm traditional meals and friendly staff. When the game isn’t on, you can expect live music, or even karaoke on Thursdays!
Birreria Eataly
Piazzale 12 Ottobre 1492 (Ostiense)
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With a vast selection of well-known craft beers, Birerria Eataly also promises a comfortable dining experience and/or an aperitivo. They also have a variety of foods like pizza, burgers, sandwiches, salads, and pastas, which you can eat while watching your favorite games. The place gets booked up rather fast, so be speedy, and also, make sure to make your order in one go as the waiting staff are hard to catch.
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Angeli Rock
Via Ostiense, 193B (San Paolo)
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A popular place for Erasmus students as it’s on the same street as one of the Roma TRE campuses, Angeli Rock serves a great aperitivo with many TV screens to choose from, where you can watch matches from Serie A to the Champions League. You can also stop by for their karaoke nights throughout the week. If you are not here for the game, the rooftop bar has a pretty view overlooking the basilica San Paolo.
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Finnegan
Via Leonina, 66 (Monti)
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Being apparently the only Irish-owned pub in Rome, Finnegan’s in Monti always has a detailed schedule of the games they’ll be showing on their website. The service is fast and there is a sense of Irish camaraderie here. Make sure you eat well before you drink the delicious beer as the food menu is limited to crisps and nuts. Stick around for a round of darts or pool after the game, or their live music and trivia nights!
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Irish Pub Guide of Rome
The Highlander
Vicolo di S. Biagio, 9 (Historical Center)
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If you’re looking for somewhere in the centre to catch a game, this Scottish pub meets your needs. They serve good food like burgers, fish and chips, and even haggis! They also have TV’s, where you can request any live sport you’re wanting to watch, from Premier League and rugby, to American football and hockey!
Devil’s Chair
Via Tripolitania, 190 (Quartiere Africano)
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In one of the more upscale areas of Rome, Devil’s Chair‘s drinks menu includes fine grappa and handcrafted beers. It has optimal seating arrangements with plenty of TV screens to watch all types of football, as well as rugby and F1 racing. Be sure to order any of their delicious food, ranging from Tex Mex to Bavarian food. Pricewise, Devil’s Chair is reasonable.
Four Green Fields
Via Silvio Pellico, 22 (Prati)
Expect breakfast Guinness on tap at this cosy Irish pub. With a few TV’s well-distributed, enjoy watching your favourite match at all hours in their new post-pandemic location. With both roman and international cuisine, there’s plenty to choose from. It goes without saying that the spot fills up fast in the evenings, especially when there is a game on.
Nag’s Head
Via Quattro Novembre, 138 B (Historical Center)
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A blend of Scottish, Italian, and American flavors, this lively spot offers a diverse menu from fries and burgers to pasta, pizza, and smoked salmon. With an impressive selection of both artisanal and classic beers, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a drink while watching Six Nations rugby, Premier League, or Serie A. Nag’s Head is always upbeat, with live karaoke and music events, all which are frequently updated on their social media.
Trinity College
Via del Collegio Romano, 6 (Historical Center)
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Trinity College serves up delicious American BBQ, including brisket, pulled pork, Tennessee ribs, and fish and chips, alongside 13 draft beers. It’s a popular spot to catch Six Nations, Champions League, and Premier League games. The pub also hosts karaoke on Wednesdays and Thursdays, DJ sets, and St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. With its lively atmosphere, it’s earned a Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice Award. Check their social media for updates on weekly events.
La Botticella
Via di Tor Millina, 32 (Historical Center)
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La Botticella is the place to be for fans of American sports, with big screens showing rugby and both American and college football. Alongside their eight Italian craft beers on tap, they offer Tre Fontane, one of the world’s rarest beers. The pub is known for its strong focus on American sports, regularly advertised on their social media. It’s the perfect spot to grab a beer and enjoy the game with fellow fans.
Scholars Lounge
Via del Plebiscito, 101B (Historical Center)
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With over 15 beers on offer, Scholars is a go-to for sports fans, featuring 22 screens showing everything from NFL and Champions League to Formula 1 and the Australian Open. Just ask the staff to play your preferred game! The pub also hosts live music, karaoke, and trivia nights. Enjoy classic bar food like nachos, cheese sticks, quesadillas, wings, burgers, and fish and chips in a lively atmosphere.
