23 Best Sports Bars in Lakeland

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - Lakeland Restaurant Sports Bar • $$
3772 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland

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Double Bacon Cheese Burger and Waffle Fries
Krispy Kreme Bread Pudding
Double Bacon Cheeseburger
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Boom Boom Shrimp Tacos
Voodoo Shrimp & Grits
Devils on Horseback
Waffle Cheese Fries
Shrimp and Grits
Mozzarella Logs

“Great food!“

4.8 Superb732 Reviews
Miller's Ale House Sports Bar • $
901 Lakeland Park Center Dr, Lakeland

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Blackened Shrimp & Chicken Cobb Salad
Miller's Size Zingers Mountain Melt
Shrimp and Chicken Quesadilla Plate
Captain Jack's Whole Cake Slice
Miller's Size Chicken Nachos
Prime Rib Mixed Vegetables
Hamburger and Onion Rings
Beef and Potsticker Kabobs
Shrimp Scampi Pasta Bake
Big Red Chicken Sandwich

“Very delicious cheese burger, my favorite ale and my beautiful bride in my company. Wonderful time and great atmosphere at Miller’s Ale House in Lakeland!“

4.8 Superb563 Reviews
Miller's Ale House Sports Bar • $$
5650 Florida Ave S, Lakeland

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Mashed Potatoes Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes Delivery: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
Miller's Size Chicken Nachos
Capt Jack's Buried Treasure
Captain Jack's Whole Cake
English Pub Fish & Chips
Kids Fried Shrimp Platter
Fully Loaded Cheese Fries
Barbeque Baby Back Ribs
Ale House Loaded Fries
Southwest Bistro Steak

“Very delicious cheese burger, my favorite ale and my beautiful bride in my company. Wonderful time and great atmosphere at Miller’s Ale House in Lakeland!“

4.5 Superb304 Reviews
716 Burgers & Brew Sports Bar • $
2905 Duff Rd, Lakeland

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Strawberry Salad with Grilled Chicken
Niagara Steak \u0026 Cheese
Strawberry Chicken Salad
Niagara Steak and Cheese
Mozzarella Cheese Sticks
Buffalo Shrimp Burger
Niagara Steak & Cheese
Quesadilla Burger
Boneless Wings
Chicken Wings

“best place ever! Great food, great service, and better value!!“

4.5 Superb167 Reviews
FOOD + BEER - Lakeland Sports Bar • $$
3615 Florida Ave S #1350, Lakeland

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Goat Cheese Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Rangoon Mozzarella Sticks
Bavarian Giant Pretzel
G O a T Grilled Cheese
Down the Hatch Burger
Rangoon Mozz Sticks
Truffle Parm Wedges
Maui Blackened Tacos
Mexican Street Corn
Fried Goat Cheese

“I have been to several locations, all have there own cool vibe to them! Food is excellent! Drinks well balanced! Sunday Brunch is a must!“

4.4 Superb274 Reviews
Linksters Tap Room - Highland City Sports Bar • $
5125 US-98, Lakeland

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Yager Bomb

“My local bar just a few mins away from me, the atmosphere is great, the bartenders are your best friends, they have Text Nights where you get discounts on your beers and it’s overall a pretty chill time. I always leave drunk and happy and meet new people easily.“

4.6 Superb53 Reviews
Linksters Tap Room Sports Bar • $
5189 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland

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Hornitos

“Been attending weekly for several years. It is the place in Lakeland. Great Staff excellent location. Becca is the best!“

4.4 Superb50 Reviews
Applebee's Grill + Bar Sports Bar • $
4835 Florida Ave S, Lakeland

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All You Can Eat Shrimps Boneless Chicken and Riblets with Coleslaw French Fries
Sirloin Steak Broccoli & Mashed Taters
Bourbon Street Chicken \u0026 Shrimp
Salmon Greens and Mashed Potatoes
Bourbon Street Chicken and Shrimp
Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp
Bourbon Chicken and Shrimp
Side Crunchy Onion Rings
Fiesta Lime Chicken
Mozzarella Sticks

“Fantastic service and food. KIM bartender was fast good and made our drinks so GREAT. For once I didn't have to have my drink redone. APPLEBEES HAS A REAL MIXOLOGIST.. NICE FUNNY AND MAKES GREAT DRINKS.. WE WILL BE BACK.. MANY THANKS KIM!“

4.2 Good271 Reviews
Glory Days Grill Sports Bar • $
3790 Lakeside Village Ct, Lakeland

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Chicken Tenders Platter
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Chicken \u0026 Waffles
Chicken Tender Platter
Glory Days Monte Cristo
Glory Days Cobb Salad
Fabulous Fish Fry-Half
Dry Rub Chicken Wings
Buffalo Chicken Nacho
Buffalo Chicken Dip

“We’ve been to this restaurant several times, many times late after my son’s football game. The food is consistently good, although we prefer the old nachos. We’ve enjoyed apps, burgers, and wings. Our server, Cole, has been amazing every time. Whether it’s an hour before closing or a packed house on a Saturday night, he is polite and efficient with a smile on his face. He’s on his A game every time. We will continue to go here and hope to see Cole every time.“

4.2 Good180 Reviews
Winners Circle Sportsbar & Grill Sports Bar • $
4215 Florida Ave S, Lakeland

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Chili Cheese Steak Fries
Pretzel Bites & Cheese
Philly Cheese Steak
Fan Favorite Fries
Chicken Gizzards
Popcorn Chicken
Wings and Fries
Boneless Wings
Hickory Burger
Boiled Peanuts

“I love this place and I’m there all the time. The wings are the best and the club sandwich is very delicious and big as your head. Highly recommended“

4.2 Good124 Reviews
Applebee's Grill + Bar Sports Bar • $
230 Arteva Dr, Lakeland

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Bourbon Street Chicken and Shrimp
Oriental Chicken Salad
Chicken Wonton Tacos
Fiesta Lime Chicken
Half Rack of Ribs
Mozzarella Sticks
Caesar Side Salad
Chicken Tenders
Bourbon Chicken
Grilled Chicken

“Applebee's is a friendly restaurant as the commercial tells. The foods are very good and the staff at this location are kind and attentive and get the order correct. My grilled Salmon was, magic and flavored perfect. The fries were excellent too.“

4.1 Good246 Reviews
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Hooters

Hooters Sports Bar • $
3400 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland

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Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Boneless Wings
Buffalo Shrimp
Fish and Chips
Cheese Sticks
Daytona Wings
Snow Crab Legs
Fried Pickles
Onion Rings
Smoked Wings

“I miss hooters in Lakeland Florida it’s been a long time since I’ve been there“

3.9 Good177 Reviews
Champs Sports Bar & Grill Bar & Grill • $$
6645 Florida Ave S #3338, Lakeland

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Happy Hour 5 Boneless Wings
French Dip with Mushrooms
Michelob Ultra Ice Cold
Best Burgers in Town
Fried Green Tomatoes
Philly Cheese Steak
Country Fried Steak
Best Burger in Town
Sweet Potato Fries
Jalapeño Poppers

“They have some of the best staff. Shannon is the best“

4.6 Superb160 Reviews
The Brass Tap Bar • $
1515 Town Center Dr G-102, Lakeland

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Five Cheese Flatbread
Original Tapp Pizza
Chicken Caesar Wrap
Brussels Sprouts
All American Pub
Flight of Beer
Pretzel Bites
BBQ Nachos
Beef Nachos
Pretzels

“Absolutely a great place. Tim Harding, our server, was amazing. He made our day after a long drive from Atlanta. The food we ordered came out perfect - awesome burger, tacos and pizza. You should give this place a try if you are around the area. You will not be disappointed.“

4.2 Good109 Reviews
Barside Sports Bar & Grill • $
804 E Memorial Blvd, Lakeland

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Wings and Fries
Side of Fries
Chicken Wings
Fish Sandwich
Sauce

“Great food great vibes the music and customer services amazing“

4 Good28 Reviews
Lucky's Sports, Oyster, & Tiki Bar Bar & Grill • $
4318 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland

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Pulled Pork Sandwich
Grilled Ham & Cheese
Corn Dog Nuggets
Basket of Fries
Chicken Tenders
Steamed Oysters
Machos Supreme
Onion Rings
Raw Oysters
Tater Tots

“I loveeeeee luckys they have and make the best drinks the food is immaculate the service there is TOP tier !! Mae sure you ask for Amanda, Eric Or Renee or Zack they are legit the best workers/bartenders there… luckys is the place to be!!!“

4.1 Good140 Reviews
Beef 'O' Brady's Family • $
4810 Florida Ave S, Lakeland

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Cheesesteak Sub Wings and Fries
Santa Fe Chicken Salad
Basket of Curly Fries
Prime Rib Garlic Melt
Boneless Wing Basket
Five Cheese Burger
Chicken Quesadilla
Traditional Wings
Plastic in Salad
Big Catch Dinner

“After having a terrible experience at Gators Dockside my wife and I decided to go to beefs. We were greeted by the manager Jason and another employee named Casey. They opened the door for us and welcomed us in. Our waitress came right over and took our drink order and our dinner order. She was very efficient and friendly. Her name was Jenna. After dinner as we were leaving the manager opened the door for us and told us to have a good night. This is what I call excellent customer service. Most places are lacking in this area nowadays. Would recommend for sure“

4 Good147 Reviews
Beef 'O' Brady's Family • $
1070 Wedgewood Estates Blvd, Lakeland

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Steak Bowl Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes Delivery: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
Garlic Parmesan Wings and Fries
Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
Garlic Parmesan Wing Sauce
Beer-Battered Onion Rings
Traditional Wing Basket
Blackened Chicken Wings
Corned Beef Sandwich
Buffalo Chicken Wrap
The 'O' Brady Burger

“service was great tonight even though they were extremely busy. destiny provided amazing service. she was on top of everything“

4 Good149 Reviews
The End Zone Family Restaurant and Sports Bar Bar & Grill • $
6206 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland

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Chicken Wings Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: Yes Takeout: Yes Delivery: Yes Curbside pickup: Yes
Country Fried Steak Breakfast
Chicken Wings with Fries
Fried Green Tomatoes
Cheeseburger and Saut
French Onion Soup
Hot Garlic Wings
House Breakfast
Chicken Fingers
Fried Gizzards

“We usually have a great experience here and always go multiple times when we’re in town. Tonight we went there for dinner. Waited to be seated for at least 5 minutes. No one even gave us a look. One person was folding napkins and not sure about other servers. We left and went to Beef O’Bradys down the road. We were greeted and seated immediately. Food and service both awesome. I guess the night happened for the best.“

3.9 Good175 Reviews
Duke's Brewhouse Chicken Wings • $
4960 Florida Ave S, Lakeland

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Chicken Wings with Dukes Hot
Old Mexico Chips and Salsa
Brewhouse Original Burger
Traditional Wings
Original Nachos
Chicken Fajita
Chocolate Cake
Pretzel Bites
French Fries
Onion Rings

“I really liked that blonde girl Paris I hope thats her real name she has a fun personality great smile and very fast service was quick“

3.8 Good159 Reviews
Links of Sandpiper Sports Bars •
6001 Sandpipers Dr, Lakeland

“Beautiful track and for it being snow bird season hasn’t been crazy busy compared to other courses. Greens are in beautiful shape fairways are pretty good as well as the tee boxes. Highly recommend!!“

3.6 Good97 Reviews
Gator's Dockside Highland City American • $
5147 US Hwy 98 S, Lakeland

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Shrimp \u0026 Grits
Mac Bacon Burger
Fried Mushrooms
Baby Back Ribs
Summer Salad
Shrimp Tacos
Fish Sandwich
Super Nachos
Cheese Steak
Gator Tail

“This place is awesome! I'm a truck driver got in town late, found this place on Google and went to order they stop serving food at 11:30, I ordered and let them know I would be there right before the closes at 12 midnight, they called me back shortly before I arrived to get an update on my arrival, so that my food was hot and fresh. The service and the staffs attuneds were outstanding, I as a truck have rarely found service as good as these guy and gals. 100 out of 10 ratting would recommend!“

3.7 Good163 Reviews
Buffalo Wild Wings Chicken Wings • $
3750 US Hwy 98 N, Lakeland

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Double Bacon Cheeseburger & Fries
Bacon Cheeseburger with Fries
Golden Fire Boneless Wings
Mozzarella Sticks
Traditional Wings
Fried Pickles
Chicken Wings
Potato Wedges
Mango Habanero
French Fries

“From the moment we walked into Buffalo Wild Wings for lunch, the experience was nothing short of amazing. The atmosphere was lively but still comfortable enough for a family meal, and we were greeted right away with a warm, genuine smile that instantly set the tone for our visit.

Our server truly went above and beyond in every way possible. They were attentive without being overbearing, checking in at just the right times and making sure we had everything we needed before we even had to ask. It’s rare to find someone who balances professionalism with such a friendly, down-to-earth personality, but they absolutely nailed it.

One moment that really stood out to me was when our food arrived. Without us saying a word, the server noticed that my child might need a little help with their meal and thoughtfully cut their burger in half for them. It was such a small gesture, but it spoke volumes about their attention to detail and genuine care for their guests. It’s not something you see often, and it made us feel truly valued and looked after.

The food itself was fantastic—fresh, hot, and exactly what we were craving—but what really made the experience memorable was the level of service. Our drinks were always refilled promptly, extra napkins appeared right when we needed them, and every interaction felt sincere, not forced.

By the time we left, it felt less like we had just gone out for lunch and more like we had been taken care of by someone who genuinely enjoys what they do. That kind of service is hard to come by these days, and it’s the reason we’ll definitely be coming back.

If you’re looking for a place with great food and even better service, this Buffalo Wild Wings location delivers. Huge shoutout to our server Ramsey for turning a simple lunch into such a memorable experience—we truly appreciated it!“

3.1 Average194 Reviews