Whether you’re a fan of Clemson, Carolina, or any other team, chances are you’re looking forward to the weekend because college football is officially back.
Any restaurants in town with televisions will likely be showing the games, but if you’re looking for a full game day experience, we’ve rounded up 20+ of our favorite spots to eat, drink, and cheer for our teams.
Breweries
Yee-Haw Brewing Company, 307 E. McBee Ave., Ste. C, Greenville | Watch your team on the big screen — check Yee-Haw’s Instagram account for updated schedules.
The Mill at Fountain Inn, 100 Ellison St., Fountain Inn | Boasting the “biggest outdoor screen in the Upstate” and plenty of screens in the A/C, this new brewery is a great spot for grabbing a craft beer and personal pizza while cheering on your team.
Bridgeway Brewing, 610 Bridgeway Blvd., Simpsonville | Catch a game on one of the brewery’s many screens and hit the duckpin bowling lanes.
Southernside Brewing Co., 25 Delano Dr., Unit D, Greenville | The big screens around the brewery (and near the pool tables) are perfect for gamedays.
Double Stamp Brewery, 819 Laurens Rd., Greenville | Not only is this space perfect for football, but it’s dog-friendly.
Downtown sports bars
The Bellwether, 941 S. Main St., Greenville | With screens on every wall of varying sizes, you’ll have no problem catching the games here.
The Goat Bar & Grill GVL, 1021 S. Main St., Greenville | Sip on a cold beer as you indulge in spicy wings and root for your favorite team.
City Tavern, 128 N. Main St., Greenville | What’s a football game without a burger and a frozen daiquiri?
Carolina Ale House, Multiple locations | You can’t go wrong with splitting sharables over four quarters with your fellow fans.
Mac’s Speed Shop, 930 S. Main St., Greenville | From the barbecue to the beer, there’s plenty to order while you watch a game.
Group Therapy, 320 Falls St., Ste. G, Greenville | When you need to take a lap after the ref makes a bad call, go throw some axes.
Beyond Main Street
Local Cue, 30 Orchard Park Dr., Ste. 7, Greenville | For 10+ years, this has been a go-to spot for Greenville sports fans. Note: It is not currently serving alcohol but will be soon.
Home Team BBQ, 815 Laurens Rd., Greenville | The Game Changer is the perfect game day drink.
Hall of Fame, 531 Wade Hampton Blvd., Greenville | Catch your team on wall-to-wall televisions, or sit outside with your dog.
HeyDay Sandwiches and Cocktails, 2510 Poinsett Hwy., Greenville | Sit outside and watch games on the big screen.
Tip it Back Sports Grille, 215 Pelham Rd. | Pittsburgh Steelers, this is your spot on Sundays.
Bridgeway Public House, 616 Bridgeway Blvd., Simpsonville | Come for the big screen, stay for the 100+ beer options.
Double Dogs, 110 Milestone Way, Greenville | This spot promises “all the games, all the time” and even has a dedicated “pup patio” if you want to bring Fido.
The Coliseum Billiards and Sports Bar, 528 Haywood Rd., Greenville | This spot boasts 17 TVs, two HD projection screens + 11 pool tables.
Vaughn’s Food Hall, 109 W. Trade St., Simpsonville | This family-friendly space features a variety of food, so everyone can find something they like.
Yard House, 1025 Woodruff Rd., Bldg. L101 | City Editor Danielle likes the poke nachos and firecracker shrimp for as game day bites.
House Divided Bar & Grill, 1659 Woodruff Rd., Greenville | Described as a “no frills watering hole,” this restaurant under a garnet and orange sign welcomes fans on both sides.
Social Latitude, 1812 Woodruff Rd., Greenville | Play games in the simulator + arcade as you watch your game.
We know there are even more spots to catch a game. If your favorite didn’t make our list, let us know and we may add it in the future.