Don’t let all of the fun you’re having on your Highland Lakes vacation interfere with watching the big game. Fans can catch the action from the Super Bowl, March Madness, or any other major sporting event at a number of bars, restaurants, and breweries across the area.
Below is a list of some of our favorite watering holes where you can keep up with your home team when you’re on the road.
MARBLE FALLS
Downtown Beer Hall
209 Main St., 830-201-4411
Although the bar doesn’t have TVs, you can watch the biggest games outside in its family-friendly beer garden off of a projector at Harmony Park. Inside, pick from a wide selection of brews on tap, wines, and canned beverages.
Uptown Theatre
218 Main St., 512-876-8251
Uptown Theatre has perhaps the biggest screen in town. It only hosts live viewings of certain games, so check the website before making plans. The venue has a full-service bar.
Rae’s R-Bar & Grill
904 Third St., 830-693-2622
With multiple TVs and tons of drink choices, it’s easy to see why sports fans flock here. The R-Bar also serves game day grub, including wings, nachos, and its famous spicy mac and cheese burger.
Brass Hall
909 Third St., 830-201-4380
Belly up to the bar and the TVs at Brass Hall. The spacious downtown dancehall can pack in the fans.
Bear King Brewing Co.
207 Avenue G, 830-220-5083
Relax in Bear King’s laidback atmosphere while cheering on your team and sample the craft brewhouse’s beers, all with unique flavor profiles.
Double Horn Brewing Company
208 Avenue H, 830-693-5165
The family-owned brewery is a hotspot for local Dallas Cowboys fans.
VFW Post 10376
1001 Veterans Ave., 830-693-2261
Enjoy a beer and watch the game while benefiting local veterans.
Save the World Brewing Co.
1510 Resource Parkway, 830-637-7654
With artificial turf out front, tons of craft brews, and food trucks to boot, it’s obvious why sports fans choose Save the World as their go-to game-watching spot.
SPICEWOOD
Iron Wolf Ranch and Distillery
101 CR 409, 512-970-3203
Founded in 2014, this 15-acre hangout has all the necessary attributes for a premier game day destination, including an extensive drink selection and delicious menu curated by the ranch’s food partner: Phoenix Grille. Iron Wolf also hosts events for the biggest games, like the Super Bowl.
COTTONWOOD SHORES
Hiccups Sports Bar & Grill
4119 FM 2147, 830-220-9116
A sports bar through and through, Hiccups has all of the essentials for sports fans: chicken wings, beer, burgers, and lots of TVs.
BURNET
VanBrocklin’s Bistro
401 Buchanan Drive, 512-756-7401
Food, friends, and a variety of cocktails make VanBocklin’s the perfect spot to watch any sporting event.
Mad Hatters Provisions
113 E. Jackson St., 512-588-6080
A barber shop combined with a bar, this unique setup sports fans.
KINGSLAND
Wakepoint LBJ
14757 RR 1431 West, 325-484-4448
Watch the game with lakeside views at this outdoor bar in Kingsland.
Boat Town Burger Bar
151 Melodie Lane, 325-762-7980
Another great outdoor setting to catch the action on Saturdays, Sundays, or any other day of the week.
LLANO
Joe’s Bar
107 W. Main St., 325-247-5500
This no-frills bar is perfect for sports fans who want to watch the game in a rustic, simple setting. Cheer on your team while playing pool or darts.
LTX Mercantile & Redneck Speakeasy
809 Berry St., 267-207-4422
Catch every second of the action on a large projector screen situated in the heart of the speakeasy side of this mercantile/bar combo.
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