5 Best Sports Bars in Abu Dhabi (2026)

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By Thorne Savarin, Culinary Explorer · ✓ Data verified August 2026 · 8 min read

Stars N Bars at Yas Marina has logged over 3,200 Google reviews, the deepest track record of any sports bar in Abu Dhabi, though its 4.4 rating sits a full half-star below The Brewhouse Gastro Pub's 4.9. Every sports bar in Abu Dhabi on this page doubles as a full gastropub with live sports screens rather than a pure sports bar, so food quality and atmosphere matter as much as the match schedule.

Short answer: The Brewhouse Gastro Pub on Madinat Zayed leads on rating at 4.9 stars across 1,185 reviews, while Stars N Bars at Yas Marina has the deepest track record at 3,204 reviews (4.4 stars). Reported prices per person for food and drinks range from roughly AED 50 to AED 450, so budget varies significantly depending on the venue and whether you're there for happy hour or a full brunch.

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Abu Dhabi's Top Sports Bars, Compared

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Best for
1	Craft by Side Hustle	4.8 ★	1,951	Craft beer and happy hour	View ›
2	Stars N Bars	4.4 ★	3,204	Waterfront views at Yas Marina	View ›
3	The Brewhouse Gastro Pub Abu Dhabi	4.9 ★	1,185	Cocktails and gastropub dining	View ›
4	Cooper's - GastroBar	4.6 ★	1,560	Brunch and live sports	View ›
5	Porters English Pub	4.3 ★	1,877	Traditional British pub atmosphere	View ›

Our top picks, reviewed

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Craft by Side Hustle

4.81,951 Google reviews

Craft by Side Hustle, under the Rosewood Hotel on Al Maryah Island, is a brewpub billed as the first brewery in the UAE, offering a wide selection of in-house craft beers alongside a full food and cocktail menu. Reviewers describe an immersive, theme-driven atmosphere and highlight the happy hour as excellent value, with an unlimited chicken and drinks combo drawing particular praise.

What people praise

First brewery in the UAE, with an in-house craft beer selection reviewers call unique
Happy hour pricing consistently praised as excellent value
Vibrant, immersive atmosphere with lively music
Attentive, knowledgeable service reported across multiple reviews

Worth knowing

One reviewer was surprised to learn parking is charged separately from the venue
Service quality reported as inconsistent by a couple of reviewers toward the end of visits

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.8 / 5

Review volume1,951 · 93rd

Confidencevery high

Recency7 weeks ago

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Rating breakdown85% 5-star

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Our take: A strong pick specifically for craft beer variety and happy hour value, backed by a large review base and consistently high marks on atmosphere.

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B3 under the Rosewood Hotel - Galleria - Al Maryah Island - Abu Dhabi

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Stars N Bars

4.43,204 Google reviews

Stars N Bars, at Yas Marina Circuit, is an American restaurant and sports bar with live music, a pool table and waterfront views of the marina and W Abu Dhabi. It's the most-reviewed venue on this page by a wide margin, with reviewers praising the happy hour deals and sunset views, though several note slow service during busier periods.

What people praise

By far the deepest review base of any Abu Dhabi sports bar
Waterfront marina views, especially praised at sunset
Live band setup and pool table add to the bar-hopping appeal
Strong happy hour deals reported from noon through evening

Worth knowing

Multiple reviewers report slow service, especially getting a server's attention
Some reviewers found prices climbed higher for evening dining versus happy hour

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.4 / 5

Review volume3,204 · 98th

Confidencevery high

Recency3 months ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown61% 5-star

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Our take: The default for sheer scale and marina views, but go in expecting the service to lag behind the atmosphere, especially during peak hours.

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Emporium Bldg,Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Marina - Abu Dhabi

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The Brewhouse Gastro Pub Abu Dhabi

4.91,185 Google reviews

The Brewhouse Gastro Pub, on the 18th floor of the Cristal Hotel in Madinat Zayed, is a gastropub and cocktail bar with a kitchen led by Chef Jhune, known for sharing platters and a rotating happy hour beer selection. It holds the highest rating on this page, with reviewers repeatedly naming specific bartenders and servers for standout cocktail craftsmanship and attentive hospitality.

What people praise

Highest rating of any sports bar or gastropub on this list
Reviewers repeatedly praise specific bartenders for cocktail expertise
Sharing platters described as generous, good value for groups
Happy hour on beverages runs until 7pm

Worth knowing

A couple of reviewers note the indoor space feels a bit small
Outside views can be affected by indoor light reflection

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.9 / 5

Review volume1,185 · 78th

Confidencevery high

Recency4 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown91% 5-star

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Our take: The top-rated venue here and a strong choice if cocktails and food quality matter as much as the game on screen, with a genuinely elevated gastropub feel.

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Cristal Hotel - Level 18 - Madinat Zayed Shopping Area - Abu Dhabi

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Cooper's - GastroBar

4.61,560 Google reviews

Cooper's GastroBar, at Park Rotana, is a gastropub and sports bar with massive screens for live games, a sunlit terrace and a well-known weekend brunch scene, including themed events like a Latin Fiesta or Oktoberfest brunch. Reviewers consistently praise the attentiveness of specific named staff members and describe the venue as feeling like an extended family after repeat visits.

What people praise

Large screens dedicated to live sports viewing
Well-reviewed themed weekend brunches with variety and consistent food quality
Named staff repeatedly praised for remembering regulars' preferences
Darts and pool table available alongside the sports bar setup

Worth knowing

One reviewer noted the pool table placement can interfere with the darts area

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.6 / 5

Review volume1,560 · 83rd

Confidencevery high

Recency3 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown74% 5-star

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Our take: A strong pick for a full brunch-and-sports experience, with a service culture reviewers describe as genuinely personal for regulars.

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Park Rotana Al Salam St Easter Ring Road - Abu Dhabi

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Porters English Pub

4.31,877 Google reviews

Porters English Pub, at the Grand Millennium Al Wahda, is a large two-floor British-style pub with billiards, darts, live music and multiple screens for watching football. Reviewers describe watching back-to-back matches while enjoying live music, karaoke nights and a Friday bingo night hosted by a named staff member praised for entertainment value.

What people praise

Large, multi-floor venue with billiards and darts alongside sports screens
Live music, karaoke and Friday bingo add variety beyond just watching sports
Reviewers specifically recommend the fish and chips
Central downtown location

Worth knowing

The lowest rating on this page, reflecting a wider spread of review scores

Reputation scorecardrank in Abu Dhabi

Rating4.3 / 5

Review volume1,877 · 88th

Confidencehigh

Recency6 weeks ago

Info completenesssite · phone · hours

Rating breakdown56% 5-star

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Our take: A solid, traditional British pub option for football watching with added entertainment nights, though its rating trails the other venues here.

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Al Wahda - G Floor,Grand Millennium Hotel - Hazza Bin Zayed Street - Abu Dhabi

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How we score

Every number on this page comes from public Google data as of the verified date, not opinion or payment. Rating is the venue’s live Google star average. Review volume measures how many customers have rated them, ranked against other Abu Dhabi sports bars. Confidence weighs the rating by that volume, so a rating built on thousands of reviews carries more weight than one built on a few hundred. Recency reflects how recently customers are still leaving reviews. No venue can pay to change these numbers.

What to expect to spend at an Abu Dhabi sports bar

Customers on this page have reported price-per-person figures directly in their Google reviews, giving a real sense of the range across happy hour and full dining occasions.

Job	Typical price
Happy hour, drinks-focused	AED 50 to 150
Standard meal with drinks	AED 100 to 250
Peak dining or brunch occasion	AED 200 to 450

Prices compiled from customer-reported price-per-person figures in Google reviews for the venues on this page (verified August 2026), not published menus. Costs vary by occasion, time of day and whether you’re there for happy hour or a themed brunch.

Serving Abu Dhabi’s sports fans

The sports bars above are spread across Al Maryah Island, Yas Marina, Madinat Zayed, Al Salam Street and Hazza Bin Zayed Street, covering Abu Dhabi’s main entertainment districts. Searching for a sports bar near me? Every listing below shows a live phone number and address so you can find the closest option to catch the game.

What to ask before you head to a sports bar

Is the specific match or game I want to watch confirmed on their screens?
Do you take reservations, or is it first-come for game nights?
What are the happy hour hours and included drinks?
Is parking included, or charged separately?
Do you host themed brunches or events I should plan around?

Frequently asked questions

How did you choose these sports bars?

We started from sports bars and gastropubs in Abu Dhabi with a public Google presence, then ranked by rating, review volume, consistency, and recency. See How we score above.

Are these rankings paid?

No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge plus top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.

How often is this updated?

The data carries a verified date (August 2026 on this page). We refresh listings periodically so ratings and review counts stay current.

Which of these venues has the best weekend brunch?

Cooper’s GastroBar has the most detailed reviewer accounts of themed weekend brunches, including Latin Fiesta and Oktoberfest events. Stars N Bars also runs weekend brunch offerings.

Which venue is best for watching football specifically?

Porters English Pub has multiple screens and reviewers specifically describe watching back-to-back football matches there. Cooper’s GastroBar also has large screens dedicated to live sports.

The bottom line

The Brewhouse Gastro Pub is the top-rated pick if food and cocktail quality matter as much as the game. For sheer scale and marina views, Stars N Bars is the default, though expect service to lag at peak times. Reserve ahead for big match nights either way.

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