Sports seasons don’t stop just because you’re on vacation! For those in your group who like to watch sports no matter where they are, you’re in luck because the sports bars in Myrtle Beach have everything, including unique menus, oceanfront views, and all the games going on large screen TVs. When you’re not watching the game, these spots are also known for live music and good vibes. Myrtle Beach is home to more than 1,500 bars and restaurants, so it can be tough to decide where to find the best watering holes for all of the games with your friends (and we’re not just talking football). Here are some of the top-rated sports bars in Myrtle Beach.
Pine Lakes Tavern
5201 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, SC
Pine Lakes Tavern is a popular sports bar with locals and tourists alike and once you take a glance at their menus, you’ll know why. This non-smoking bar offers a new menu daily using the freshest ingredients along with favorites like creamy crab dip, Carolina pulled pork, and house-made pimento cheese spread – all created by their very own chef. The extensive draught beer menu changes regularly with craft beers from around the region, plus a long list of specialty cocktails on their drink menu. There’s a gazebo and outdoor seating as well as plenty of seats around the bar and inside. Notre Dame and Philadelphia Eagles fans will be in heaven watching their games, but other fans will feel right at home, too. Pine Lakes Tavern is located just .2 miles from the popular Dunes Village Resort in Myrtle Beach.
Carolina Ale House
2915 Hollywood Drive, Myrtle Beach, SC
Located next to Broadway at the Beach, Carolina Ale House offers plenty of food, sports, and fun for all – everything you’d expect from a sports bar in Myrtle Beach. The bar features more than 50 TVs and a large patio with its own bar. Carolina Ale House features a list of nearly 20 rotating beers on tap as well as bottles, cans, cocktails, and wines. The food menu perfectly pairs with the drinks and includes wings, burgers, salads, sandwiches, tacos, soups, desserts, and more to satisfy even the hungriest crew. Daily specials are also offered. With one of the widest lists of premium channels, they’re sure to have the game you’re after.
King Street Grille
3040 Howard Ave., Myrtle Beach, SC
Check out the bar voted “Best Sports Bar in Myrtle Beach!” King Street Grille at The Market Common offers indoor and outdoor seating with views of their large HDTVs for everyone. The patio is dog-friendly and also offers cornhole boards, more TVs, and umbrellas for shade. Their menu features create-your-own salads, King-sized specialty sandwiches and wraps, burgers, and entrees. King Street prides itself on bringing guests and friends an upscale sports experience with fresh food, cold beer, and great service.
Calli Bakers Firehouse Bar & Grill
910 Lake Arrowhead Rd., Myrtle Beach, SC
After a few moves throughout the years, Calli Baker’s Firehouse Bar and Grill opened its 6,400 square foot Lake Arrowhead location in 2017. The building is decorated with police, fire, EMS, and public safety memorabilia and features five functioning garage doors to enjoy the perfect football season weather – even when you’re inside! Food menu highlights include the Smoking Rib Platter, Firehouse wings, salads, sandwiches, pizzas, steaks, and much more. There’s plenty of beers on tap for every taste, along with a full-service bar menu. Grab your friends and catch all the games at this locals’ favorite spot.
Handley’s Pub & Grub
3873 Renee Drive, Myrtle Beach, SC
The family-owned Handley’s Pub & Grub opened in 2004 in the Carolina Forest section of Myrtle Beach and quickly became a sports bar staple in the area. Perhaps it’s the huge selection of beers or the tasty menu with unique twists on English pub favorites. Whatever the reason, you’ll love this sports bar in Myrtle Beach! Their loaded menu offers selections like “Brit” chips with gravy, cheese, and bacon; Buffalo Chicken dip; Fish and Chips; Ye Olde Club sandwich, and more. You’d be hard-pressed to find better pub grub than at Handley’s! Grab a seat in the non-smoking bar area or step outside to the spacious covered patio with TVs and access to additional outdoor seating with games.
Backyard Sports Bar & Grill
9703 N. Kings Hwy., Myrtle Beach, SC
Backyard Sports Bar and Grill is located in the Restaurant Row section of Myrtle Beach along the Intracoastal Waterway. The sports bar offers a casual atmosphere with good food, good people, and more than 50 TVs, so you won’t miss a single play. Their menu offers classic bar food along with specialties like Loaded Nachos, Wonton Tuna Nachos, pizzas, and Sizzling Fajitas. Whether you want to sit inside for the game or relax outside with views of the waterway, there are plenty of places to hang out at Backyard Bar and Grill.
Dave & Buster’s
1322 Celebrity Circle, Myrtle Beach, SC
With all of the fun and games at Dave and Buster’s, it makes sense that they’d also show the big games on the big screens. This Broadway at the Beach sports bar features enormous HDTVs, great game day specials, stadium surround sound and signature drinks – the perfect sports bar for anyone. Dave and Buster’s offers a full food menu stuffed with burgers, sliders, nachos, steaks, ribs, pasta dishes, salads, soups, shareable plates, and bar snacks. Looking for more than a beer on game day? They have a long list of margaritas, Long Island Iced Teas, fruity cocktails, and wine. Grab the family and bring them to Dave and Buster’s for a day of games (on the screens and off).
Oscar’s Food & Spirits
4101 Hwy. 17 South, North Myrtle Beach, SC
Although it’s not technically in Myrtle Beach, it’s impossible to leave Oscar’s Food and Spirits from this list of the best sports bars! The Pittsburgh-themed bar in North Myrtle Beach has been a fan favorite since 1988 and is home to sports memorabilia and unique artwork throughout the large bar and dining area. It’s got more than 90 TVs (including a few in the restrooms!) and welcomes all sports fans. Feast on treats like pizzas, specialty subs, salads (try one Pittsburgh-style), wings, and appetizers. No trip to North Myrtle Beach is complete without visiting Oscar’s! (2026 NOTE: Oscar’s is currently new management and menu edits will be available soon)
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