50 Best Sports Bars near Irvine

“Wonderful time with grandson“

“I don't drink but the food menu looked awesome and with the big screens around multiple games on it looked like I could have a good time with some buddies of mine however I showed up with my son to race one time b4 heading home from visiting my dad“

“Un lugar muy lindo y muy bien atendiendo y con mucha diversión se los recomiendo“

“Stopped in for lunch at the bar inside Whole Foods Market in Irvine and had a much better experience than I ever expected. This isn’t just a typical grocery store café—this is a legit spot for a quality meal and cold draft beer.

We ordered two bacon cheeseburgers and were impressed across the board. The burgers were cooked just right, with thick slices of bacon, crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, and perfectly melted cheese stacked inside a soft, glossy bun. The presentation was great—each burger served on a metal tray lined with custom Whole Foods wrap paper, paired with a mini fryer basket of hot, crispy fries and a stainless ramekin of ketchup. The fries were golden and fresh, with just the right amount of salt and a great texture.

There’s something satisfying about sitting at a clean, well-lit bar with natural light pouring through the windows and a long row of taps behind the counter. The beer selection here is impressive, especially for being inside a market. A wide range of local and craft brews on draft gave us plenty of choices. The pours were cold, crisp, and served in proper pint glasses with just the right head.

The bartender was courteous, quick, and knowledgeable—not just about the beer but also about the menu. Service felt personal and attentive without being overbearing. You can tell they care about maintaining quality here, and it showed in both the food and the way the staff treated us.

All around, this is a great place to sit down for a relaxing lunch or early dinner. Plenty of parking right outside, and you can grab groceries afterward if you need to. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area and want something casual but done right. Would absolutely return.“

“Thank you so much for accommodating my event for 70 people! The food was amazing and we impressed our guests!Your service was attentive and food was delicious!Larry & Jackie were fantastic!!Thank you for all your efforts! Keep up the amazing service!!!“

“Outstanding service. Friendly and accommodating“

“Had a great experience there watching the USA game after the game, we were greeted by a very nice and professional server. I think her name was. Zahra (sorry if misspelled) she was very helpful and quick at our tables as service should be . I definitely recommend this place if you’re watching any sports event. And big shout out to Zahra for taking care of us . She made us feel like service should be. Very professional very prompt.10/10 experience“

“We love it 🥰 especially that beef stew on Tuesday! Yum!“

“Chicken taquitos, muy delicious!!“

“Perfect place to watch the NFL! Geaux Saints!“

“Great place love going there !“

“Love it for the great live music on Saturday nights. So Underrated for a great place to hear live bands!! Nice, friendly people“

“Great Service and very Friendly Atmosphere. I love coming here and feel welcomed“

“EVERYTHING. this bar is fantastic. cute atmosphere, incredible staff, great drinks. Ask jesse for a pistachio shot.“

“It’s all good friendly people not my go to but will recommend to those who like this environment. Taco guy was amazing 😻“

“Have been here several times.
Most memorable was when my best friend's picked me up after a 3 week vacation and brought me here.
Katie welcomed us with a huge smile. She was professional, customer oriented and genuinely caring and friendly. Thank you!!“

“This bar is clean and the prices are great!!! Friendly bartenders and patrons �“

“Great hamburger great location family neighbor restaurant my place Friday after work“

“Amazing atmosphere. Great service. Amazing people.“

“The lasagna was so creamy, best I've tasted in a long time. Salad was so fresh you could taste each ingredient, simply incredible. the pizza was just like home - in from NewYork. so appreciated. Bar was the topper. I'M IN LUV! :')“

“Sweet local spot and amazing jalapeño poppers“

“Great good, atmosphere, and service. Came by for a MNF game while in town for a realty conference this week. Waitress Allie was amazing! Highly recommend!“

“We actually ended up at Salty Dawg Tavern by mistake because of a mix-up with our plans, but what a happy accident! This place is a total gem that we never would have discovered otherwise.
The food was great, the waitresses were super nice and friendly, and the overall vibe in the tavern was so much fun. It felt like the perfect spot for a relaxed, enjoyable time.
Highly recommend stopping in — even if you find it by accident like we did! We'll definitely be back on purpose next time. 🐶🍻“

“Good food and child friendly. Cool Halloween decorations. Our server was great. I recommend this place!“

“Came here with my boyfriend because of the Professional Beer Inspector on Instagram. This place had one of the coldest beers featured in his reviews, so we had to check it out.

As soon as we walked in, the music was legit. No horrible new songs--just classics and rock 'n' roll.

Everyone was having a great time inside. You could tell they were locals having real conversations. The crowd was more mature, which was chill, but everyone was still welcoming and friendly. We arrived right before it got too packed for Karaoke Night (Fridays). We met one of the bartenders, Dylan, and he was phenomenal. He took his time with our orders and personally introduced himself with a handshake. The group next to us randomly invited us to sit with them. They were friendly people. Another bartender, Nissa, was even singing behind the bar.

While I was waiting in line to place an order, the manager, Rudy, came up to me and introduced himself. He welcomed us, thanked us for coming in, and told us to let him know if we needed anything. He was very friendly.

The music was bumping, but it wasn't too loud. Someone was celebrating a birthday, but everyone was vibing together. The food was decent, the front patio was great, and yes, the beer was ice cold.

If you're looking for a place with a more genuine crowd, friendly people, and none of the pretentious attitude you find at some Orange County bars, this place is a breath of fresh air. Hit this place up. They're awesome.“

“Great place for drinks bartender was awesome and super nice. Great beer selection and great music too“

“This is one of the places where me and my friends feel we can let our nerd flag fly. You can truly be yourself and feel safe doing so. There is always something nerdy going on, always.

My friends are big IPA and Blonde drinkers, I’m not. So having a sour and seltzers access is always a big win for me. Staff always takes the time to find me the right drink or even throw together a cocktail.

Seeing this staff really pour their everything into this shows how much a labor of love it is. That’s why I’m always glad to patron here.“

“Great time! Bartender Trish and Security Chemo make it a great time. I’d be back just for them 😜“

“TV, adult beverages & relaxation“

“wonderful service. great food! Hawaiian burger and sweet potato fries!“

“Absolutely amazing food at the chef's table!! Prime rib that melts in your mouth lamb rack salmon amazing chicken, and their chef staff is fantastic as well as the service. It's a great experience especially if you're coming to see a great game or concert“

“It was my first time here, and the quality of the drinks, food, service, and prices all blew me away. The bartender was so friendly, made my drink perfectly, and she was running the whole bar and seating area without breaking a sweat. You can tell they use fresh garlic and parsley for their garlic fries, and a 50 cent pool game is the lowest I've ever seen. It seems like a great local spot, I was surprised how full it was for a Monday night. I 100% want to come back here the next time I'm staying in town. :)“

“Great little place to have a quick drink or spend a Friday or Saturday night. They have multiple TV sets for watching the game,two pool tables and an old school shuffle board .the place is clean and even they bathrooms were kept clean and fresh.The bartender was a beautiful young woman with an affectionate smile and was busy and still made sure to c g neck on her customers and make sure they were good.i would recommend this spot over any other in the Tustin area come down to nite it's always funn“

“A strip mall bar, that is exactly what it should be. Locals at the bar, cheap drinks and a jukebox playing. Will return for the drink prices alone and I'll stay for the good vibes.
Also the beer selection was excellent. Just good ol' reliable classics. Not a whole lot for the beer nerds but this isn't really that kinda place.“

“This place is a hidden gem! The food will exceed your expectations. The only improvement I would love to see is beers on tap.“

“only there for 2 beers. service at bar was great. Not sure why...but you use the Touch tunes and it is at a lower volume than the house music playing.“

“Buen ambiente y divertido“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I’ve only eaten here once so far, but the food really impressed me. The pizza was flavorful with a great crust and well balanced toppings, and the garlic knots were delicious and fresh. Everything tasted well made and satisfying, and I’d definitely order again. I would highly recommend!“

“Very good drinks and smiling waiters“

“Tried this place a year ago and it was ok but apparently it's been under new ownership for the past few months so I went to try it out again and it definitely felt like a better experience. I was shocked. Food was more delicious than I expected and the staff was extremely attentive. Next time I'm in Garden Grove, I'll definitely try and hit up this place again.“

“this is so far the best mexican restaurant i have been to. authentic mexican food. price is cheap. fajita is nice, shrimp is highly recommended. octopus is super tasty. tacos are really good. and usually not very busy (not many customer). i think this place is underrated. hope more people can know this place and hope their business goes better and better.“

“The Best of the West 👍👍 🍻🍻“

“I LOVE THIS PLACE - on Wednesdays, Saturdays & Sundays. The female bartender that works those nights is an absolute joy. Her drinks are awesome & her personality is even better than her drinks. It's a place I go to when I've had a hard day. Great atmosphere, entertaining. But if you want food, order before you actually are hungry because the food court take their time getting the food to you. That has happened to me everytime I order food thru the bartender.“

“Perfect place to hang and catch up“

“Me and my hubby been docking boats or ferry-hopping our bikes to Balboa saloon since the seventies. Half the year we live in Newport, half Montana-where whiskey still hollers your name out there. This here's our bar, our heartbeat. Fourth we light it up, holidays on lock, pool tables bruised from our elbows, salt and lager thick as perfume. Ensenada-Newport race? Honey, we command this place like pirates. The Owner finally did somethin' right-floor don't grab my flip-flops, somebody's moppin'! Jeff's still king behind the bar, new gals laugh real, pour cold, TVs sharp as knives. Only hitch-get Cruisers to wing it over so we quit dodgin' Death Trap Balboa Boulevard. Five stars, fat tip, and girl-we're bringin' every neighbor, every sunburned neighbor's dog, every salty soul we love down here to share the buzz we just crashed into.“

“We were very pleased with our dinner at Spoons in Santa Ana. The food was great; very flavorful, and generously portioned. Sometimes I think some of the best foods come from bars & grills. The tequila pasta was the standout amongst the other dishes; chicken philly & enchiladas. Our waiter took very good care of us and the reasonable prices were a bonus.“

“Great live music venue with 2 stages“

“Great so fun very accomidating for large parties nice on the water view and great appetizers Sara Alex amazing jeri hawkins wonderful and so many friends valet Parker didn’t want to get out of my car he was so funny“