Going to a sports bar is about so much more than a TV on the wall and a place to get together with friends. The atmosphere has to be welcoming, the beer has to be ice cold and the food has to be tasty and fresh.

Looking for a place to catch the next big game? Look no further! Here are the best sports bars in the Tournament Capital, as voted by you and brought to you by Valley First, a division of First West Credit Union.

Bronze – Browns Socialhouse Summit

Conveniently located in the Summit Shopping Centre, just up the hill from The Tournament Capital Centre, you’re going to want to hit up Browns Socialhouse when your next must-see sports game comes up.

They’ve got craft beers, well-priced wines and signature cocktails, so the drink portion of your night is completely covered.

Now onto the food. You can enjoy some classics like nachos, salt and pepper dry ribs or hot wings. But if you’re feeling adventurous, you could try something new like their Sesame Ginger Gyozas, Szechuan Beef Noodle Bowl or Baja Fish Tacos.

There are plenty of TVs around the restaurant, so you can catch your favourite game from any seat in the house.

Whether you’re a local or visiting from out-of-town, Browns Socialhouse is the perfect place to go socialize. 

You can visit them at A-101 1180 Columbia Street West.

Silver – Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill

Self-proclaimed as the Sports HQ, Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill is a must-visit when the big game is on.

With a whopping 56 big screen HDTVs showing every single game and fight imaginable and an incredible audio system, because they believe that a true sports bar always shows featured games with the sound on, Shark Club is a go-to for any sports lover.

Dress up in your favourite team's gear, grab an ice-cold beer, pull up a seat at the bar and get ready to have a great time.

Order some tasty appetizers to share with your group like some Mexican Street Corn Dip, Stuffed Zucchini Rolls or Calamari & Crispy Prawns, grab a delicious beer or hand-crafted cocktail and make the restaurant your home for the next few hours. 

Check out the Shark Club at 285 Lorne Street beside the pedestrian overpass.

Gold – On The Rocks Pub & Grill

Taking the top spot is local favourite On The Rocks Pub & Grill!

This pub showcases all of the big sporting events on their big screen TVs, and their atmosphere and spirit are unmatched, so you’re going to want to grab a spot here the next time your team is playing.

Their kitchen is devoted to cooking up the tastiest pub food in town. Their offerings range from Chipotle BBQ Pork Ribs to Cajun Penne Alfredo, and they have a variety of yummy daily specials too.

Whether you want a pint or a bottle, their wide selection of lagers and beers from all over the world means your tastebuds will be satisfied while you watch the game.

Our gold medal winner can be found at 1265 Rogers Way in Aberdeen.

Looking for more great sports bars? Check out the rest of the winners here!