When it comes to watching sports in Hong Kong, it’s tough, we know. Most football, rugby, F1, golf, American football, and MMA matches are hosted in time zones beyond ours, typically in Europe and North America, forcing us to watch our favourite teams at night.
But don’t you worry! We’ve trawled through Hong Kong to scope out the city’s best sports bars for watching live sporting events, paired with great food, beer, cocktails, and company.
The best sports bars in Hong Kong
Wan Chai Stadium
Smack dab in the middle of the Wan Chai bar strip, Wan Chai Stadium is a top choice for watching live sports in Hong Kong. From rugby to football, F1 to golf, the British-style pub boasts seven TVs, with two 100-inch screens, to project every live sports game before they shut at 3AM.
Wan Chai Stadium, Shop A3, G/F, Hay Wah Building, 72–76 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, 3579 4466
The Globe
Hong Kong’s original gastropub in Central is very sports friendly, hosting mostly football and rugby matches at the spacious venue. Bookings are compulsory for The Globe’s sofa area with its sizable flat-screen TV, whilst it’s also recommended to sit in front of the projectors and big TVs in the main dining area.
The Globe, G/F, Garley Building, 45–53A Graham Street, Central, 2543 1941, book here
Top House
Front and centre in Tsim Sha Tsui East along the harbour, Top House ranks as a suitable venue for watching live sporting events in south Kowloon. When the weather permits, the pub’s wide selection of international draught and bottled beers complements watching your favourite team play on the outdoor patio in front of the big outdoor screens.
Top House, Shop 14–15, LG/F, Wing On Plaza, 62 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, 5175 9053
Forbes 36 Sports Bar
With six large TV screens and a surround-sound system wrapping the bar, Kennedy Town favourite Forbes 36 Sports Bar is a well-suited pick for watching sports on Hong Kong Island. They close their doors at 2AM, ideal if your teams are playing late.
Forbes 36 Sports Bar, 56 Forbes Street, Kennedy Town, WhatsApp 9845 5472
The Blind Pig
Located just off Sai Wan Ho, The Blind Pig matches a meaty gastropub menu with fresh draught beer and sports. The neighbourhood bar shows football, rugby, golf, and MMA on their three large TVs. The doors shut at 10PM, so be aware of timings if you’re intent on watching games starting later in Hong Kong’s time zone.
The Blind Pig, Shop B12–14A, G/F, Site B, SOHO east, 45 Tai Hong Street, Lei King Wan, Sai Wan Ho, 2707 0002, book here
Centrico
Centrico is can be found on the corner of Lockhart and Luard Roads, welcoming all to watch live sports at their buzzy bar. Multiple flat-screen TVs line the bar, along with comfortable seating and bar snacks to enjoy the games. They close nightly at 4AM, meaning you can zoom in on almost every sports game hosted in other time zones.
Centrico, G/F, Wan Chai Central Building, 89 Lockhart Road, Wan Chai, 2383 8209, book here
The Spot Bar
Located just around the corner from The Globe on Staunton Street, The Spot Bar shows American football, football, rugby, and F1 games on their 65-inch screen. The bar is cosy enough to ensure everyone is afforded a good view. They have draught beer and house cocktails to drink whilst watching your favourite teams.
The Spot Bar, 32A Staunton Street, Soho, Central, 2416 5588/2530 2877, book here
