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Bar Harbor sports fans head to The Dog & Pony Tavern at game time.
Bar Harbor sports fans head to The Dog & Pony Tavern at game time.
Dog & Pony Tavern

A Game Day Guide to 11 Great Sports Bars in Maine

Root, root, root for the home team (or not).

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Bar Harbor sports fans head to The Dog & Pony Tavern at game time.
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Come colder weather, Mainers thank the heavens for sports — they keep us entertained while the wretched snow flies and also justify a desire to start drinking before happy hour. (Happy hour traditionally starts at noon, right?) Whether you're a Boston and New England fan or a supporter of one of those clubs "from away," here are 11 sports bars that will be your oases for arguing over bad calls, inhaling fried food, and enjoying the finest (or cheapest) malt beverages.

Note: map points are listed south to north.

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Duffy's Tavern & Grill

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Perched over the Mousam River in downtown Kennebunk, Duffy's Tavern has a large, U-shaped bar with plenty of wall-mounted TVs so everyone has a good view. The menu offers plenty of game-time favorites like buffalo wings and burgers. Farther north, visit the newly opened second location in Old Orchard Beach.

Champions Sports Bar

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Whether you want to watch a game or play a game, Champs has you covered, with its plethora of TVs, darts, pool, and even arm wrestling tournaments. Monday nights bring half-priced wing specials to accompany the impressive selection of draft beers.

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This two-story bar has plenty of windows for those who like a little daylight with their sports, while the upstairs provides many TVs and picnic tables for large groups. The buffalo wings are the standout on the menu of standard pub fare.

Fore Play

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Sports fans flock to this unfortunately-named sports bar with funky decor, drawn to its games, cheap beer specials, and bar food buffet. TVs line the walls and pool tables offer up entertainment at halftime.

Binga's Stadium

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Get to this cavernous sports bar early for a prime seat: one of the booths with its own TV. Towers of beer are popular here, as well as the vast selection of sauces to order on your "wingas."

Asylum Sports Bar & Grill

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The sports bar occupies the upstairs floor of Asylum, while the underground nightclub hosts live music regularly. Happy fans return for the friendly service and game night food and drink specials.

Benchwarmers

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Fans of Benchwarmers love the friendly service, the generous portions (doused in housemade Ranch dressing), and the enthusiasm of the crowd at game time. Tuesdays bring 60-cent buffalo wings, which also get rave reviews.

Gridiron Bar & Grill

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Gridiron has all the sports bar necessities: cold draft beers, fried food, and tons of TVs. The menu offers a surprisingly large selection of seafood dishes for a pub, and most items are under $10, a rare sight these days.

Dog & Pony Tavern

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One of few establishments open year-round in downtown Bar Harbor, the Dog and Pony is a locals bar with a welcoming feel. Don't miss the "dog bowl" special of tater tot nachos served in a...well, you know.

Rollie's Bar & Grill

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In downtown Belfast, Rollie's is the place to be when the Pats snap the ball. There are plenty of local beers on tap, and the Reuben fries are the perfect snack with which to soak them up.

Seasons Grille & Sports Lounge

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Seasons has something for every crowd, with a more upscale dining room and a nightclub, but sports fan should head straight for the lounge, where comfy armchairs and big screen TVs await.

Duffy's Tavern & Grill

Perched over the Mousam River in downtown Kennebunk, Duffy's Tavern has a large, U-shaped bar with plenty of wall-mounted TVs so everyone has a good view. The menu offers plenty of game-time favorites like buffalo wings and burgers. Farther north, visit the newly opened second location in Old Orchard Beach.

Champions Sports Bar

Whether you want to watch a game or play a game, Champs has you covered, with its plethora of TVs, darts, pool, and even arm wrestling tournaments. Monday nights bring half-priced wing specials to accompany the impressive selection of draft beers.

Rivalries

This two-story bar has plenty of windows for those who like a little daylight with their sports, while the upstairs provides many TVs and picnic tables for large groups. The buffalo wings are the standout on the menu of standard pub fare.

Fore Play

Sports fans flock to this unfortunately-named sports bar with funky decor, drawn to its games, cheap beer specials, and bar food buffet. TVs line the walls and pool tables offer up entertainment at halftime.

Binga's Stadium

Get to this cavernous sports bar early for a prime seat: one of the booths with its own TV. Towers of beer are popular here, as well as the vast selection of sauces to order on your "wingas."

Asylum Sports Bar & Grill

The sports bar occupies the upstairs floor of Asylum, while the underground nightclub hosts live music regularly. Happy fans return for the friendly service and game night food and drink specials.

Benchwarmers

Fans of Benchwarmers love the friendly service, the generous portions (doused in housemade Ranch dressing), and the enthusiasm of the crowd at game time. Tuesdays bring 60-cent buffalo wings, which also get rave reviews.

Gridiron Bar & Grill

Gridiron has all the sports bar necessities: cold draft beers, fried food, and tons of TVs. The menu offers a surprisingly large selection of seafood dishes for a pub, and most items are under $10, a rare sight these days.

Dog & Pony Tavern

One of few establishments open year-round in downtown Bar Harbor, the Dog and Pony is a locals bar with a welcoming feel. Don't miss the "dog bowl" special of tater tot nachos served in a...well, you know.

Rollie's Bar & Grill

In downtown Belfast, Rollie's is the place to be when the Pats snap the ball. There are plenty of local beers on tap, and the Reuben fries are the perfect snack with which to soak them up.

Seasons Grille & Sports Lounge

Seasons has something for every crowd, with a more upscale dining room and a nightclub, but sports fan should head straight for the lounge, where comfy armchairs and big screen TVs await.