Best sports bars in Utrecht

Utrecht has fantastic spots to enjoy watching sports! This guide highlights the top 3 best places to catch a game and offers some honorable mentions for those seeking a great atmosphere and drinks with friends – perfect for visitors or locals alike.

#1 Mick O’connells

https://www.themick.nl/
Jansdam 3, near Domplein

If you’re looking for the ultimate sports bar experience in Utrecht, Mick O’Connells easily takes the top spot. This popular Irish pub has more than five screens, spread across three different sections of the bar, making it a great choice when multiple games are being played at the same time.

One of the biggest advantages of Mick O’Connells is its social and vibrant living room style interior. Locals regularly come here just to have a good time, celebrate birthdays or even a full night out. This creates a lively and friendly environment where, even if you’re visiting alone, it’s easy to strike up a conversation.

The bar serves most local beers and a wide selection of UK-based breweries as well. Matches are selected by bar staff but often they’re open for suggestions if no big games are happening and it’s not at peak hours.

The combination of its social atmosphere and wide selection of screens puts Mick O’Connells to the top of our list. Does this sound a little bit too social for you? Than perhaps one of the the next options is a better choice for you.

#2 Champions Bar & Grill

https://www.champions-sportsgrill.nl/
Oudegracht 261

Located a little bit further up the Oudegracht, Champions Bar & Grill is the ideal option for visitors who are more focused on the game itself. With over 10 screens, this sports bar offers excellent visibility from almost every seat. In many cases, you can even ask the staff to put a specific match on a particular screen, which is perfect if you’re following a less popular league or an international game.

While the atmosphere here is more calm and structured compared to an Irish pub, that’s exactly what makes it appealing to some sports fans. You can comfortably enjoy your drink, order food, and fully concentrate on the match without too many distractions.

This makes Champions Bar & Grill a great choice if you’re meeting up with friends specifically to watch a game, or if you’re travelling and want a reliable place where the focus is 100% on sports.

#3 Cafe Domkop

https://cafedomkop.nl/
Loeff Berchmakerstraat 34, near Lange Viestraat

Café Domkop is a small but much-loved café that many visitors overlook, which is exactly why locals love it. With just two small screens and one large projector screen, it may not look like a classic sports bar at first, but when the Champions League finals or national team matches are on, the place quickly fills up.

What makes Café Domkop special is its authentic, local vibe. The staff are incredibly friendly, the crowd is relaxed, and there’s a solid selection of beers to choose from. If it’s not too busy, the bar staff are often happy to switch the channel to the match you’d like to see or sometimes even let’s you cast the match yourself if it’s on a foreign channel or streaming service.

If you want to watch a big game in a laid-back environment and experience Utrecht the way locals do, Café Domkop is a fantastic choice.

Honourable Mentions

Little Dublin

https://www.littledublin.nl
Mariaplaats 8

Little Dublin is another Irish pub in the city and a great alternative if Mick O’Connells is too busy. While seating is a bit more limited, it’s a strong option for English football matches and rugby games, with a classic pub atmosphere and passionate fans. The beer selection is a little more focused on UK based beers but is still very solid and fairly priced.

Poolcafe Hart van Utrecht

https://www.poolenutrecht.nl/en/
Ganzenmarkt 16B, near Stadhuisplein

Primarily known as a pool café, this spot also regularly shows local matches. It’s perfect if you want to play pool with friends while casually following the game in the background. Keep in mind that it gets busy on Fridays and Saturdays, so making a reservation for one of the pool tables is highly recommended.

Hopefully, this guide helps you find the perfect place to enjoy the game, grab a drink, and perhaps make some friends while you’re at it. Let us know if you agree with our list and don’t forget to check out all of our other recommendations for a great night out in the city!