40/40 Club

6 W 25th St, New York, NY 10010 212-832-4040

Description: FLATIRON DISTRICT. For all intents and purposes, this Flatiron spot is far too sexy to be thrown into the sports bar mix. This looks like a place where people with expensive taste in clothes and cognac (Read: A-listers) gather and indulge. Not surprisingly, 40/40 attracts plenty of big names ­ after all, Jay-Z is a co-owner ­ with its sophisticated environs. But make no mistake: Thanks to 15 LCD and 8 plasma-screen TVs, it's also one of the best places in town to catch the game. NB The place's name pays homage to baseball's Jose Canseco, Alex Rodriguez, Alfonso Soriano and Barry Bonds (the only Big Leaguers to tally 40 home runs and 40 stolen bases in one season). TRAIN: N, R, F, V, 1, 9 to 23rd St
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Auction House

300 E 89th St, between 1st and 2nd Aves, New York, NY 10128 212-427-4458

Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. If you want to see the preferred watering hole of quite a few of the New York Rangers, try this rather eclectic bar and grill. The Auction House's interior boasts an interesting hodgepodge of sports memorabilia and antique furniture, making it ideal for either watching the big game or perhaps even a first date. Indeed, where else can you catch the Rangers and the Bruins under the watchful eye of a nude portrait? The Auction's back area, a living room complete with a comfortable sofa and fireplace, is a popular after-work meeting place during the week. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 86th St
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Bounce

1403 2nd Ave, New York, NY 212-535-2183

Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. Boasting a dozen wide-screen plasma TVs and raised bar area (for optimal viewing, of course), Bounce is without question a cool place to meet with friends. Rough brick walls and exposed duct-work give the place a modern, industrial look, which seems to work quite well with the youngish clientele that's drawn here to watch college football, hoops or the NFL. As for eats, Bounce's kitchen serves up familiar ditties like chicken wings and wrap sandwiches as well as a few surprises (soft tacos, rock shrimp linguini, and mac & cheese croquettes, to name a few). TRAIN: 6 to 77th St
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Croxley Ales

28 Avenue B, Manhattan, NY 10009 212-253-6140

Description: EAST VILLAGE. Styled after an English ale house, this Alphabet City watering hole has become a well-adored gathering spot for two main reasons: First, from regional microbrews to little known imports, the selection of beer is astounding (basically, you can order 100 times and taste something different each round). Secondary to the brews, they have strategically placed TVs so that you to see whatever game's on from just about anywhere (bathrooms excluded). And just in case the point wasn't clearly made above: Croxley's has a lot of beer. And it's all good beer, too. TRAIN: F, V at Lower East Side-2nd Ave
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GYM Sportsbar

167 8th Ave, between 18th & 19th, New York, NY 10011 212-337-2439

Description: CHELSEA. Billed as the "First and Only Gay Sports Bar" in the city, GYM caters to Chelsea's sporting crowd with fun themes, great music and terrific daily drink specials. The comfortable redbrick building that houses GYM has been beautifully restored, and the space now features polished hardwood floors, a fireside sitting area, high ceilings, and a handful of TVs tuned to everything from football to rodeo. A pool table in the back gives patrons a chance to stoke their competitive flames, and a rotating lineup of DJs ensures that music never goes stale. TRAIN: A, C, E to W 14th St
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House of Brews

363 W 46th St, New York, NY 10036 212-245-0551

Description: HELL'S KITCHEN. There really shouldn't be any surprise as to what this Midtowner is all about. Just in case, it's "Beer, beer, sports, beer, sports, and, oh yes, beer." Need proof? Try this on for size: The beer list features some 80 varieties representing more than 30 countries. Dark and pubby, the place is aesthetically perfect for downing a few specialty brews, and with the TVs always tuned to sports, there are really few reasons to leave the place once you've settled into a stool, a pint and a dozen wings. That is, unless it's to go check out the goings on at the 51st Street location! TRAIN: A, C, E to 42nd St-Port Authority
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Jimmy's Corner

140 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036 212-221-9510

Description: THEATRE DISTRICT. Owner Jimmy Glenn, himself a former boxer and now a professional trainer, adorned this Times Square watering hole with all types of photos, posters and memorablia dedicated to the "sweet science." When there's a match on the tube, there's no better place in town to catch it than here. TRAIN: 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R, S, W to Times Sq.-42nd St
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Kinsale Tavern

1672 3rd Ave, btwn 93rd & 94th Sts, New York, NY 10128 212-348-4370

Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. A true, fun-loving Irish sports pub, Kinsale takes very little about itself seriously. That is to say, folks from all walks of life are welcome to stop by here, grab a stool, order a pint and watch whatever closed circuit action's on the tube ­ Premiership matches, hurling, Gaelic football, rugby, and even college or NFL football. They complement the sports with great selections of whiskey and beer culled from all corners of the British Isles. For an especially fulfilling day, stop by on Sunday for their Irish breakfast, which many regard as one of the best in town. TRAIN: 6 to 96th St; 4, 5 to 86th St
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Manchester Pub

920 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10017 212-935-8901

Description: MIDTOWN EAST. Manchester Pub offers New Yorkers the chance to experience an authentic English-style pub in all its glory. The neighborhood folks and even a few diplomats from the United Nations enjoy the pub's laid-back atmosphere and the fact that, here, Boddington's flows freely. If you are looking for a place to catch football ­ UK-style of course ­ or to just toss back a few Boddington's, then this Midtown East pub should be high on your list. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 51st St- Lexington Ave
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O'Flanagan's

1215 1st Ave, 65th & 66th, New York, NY 10021 212-439-0660

Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. This Irish-style pub tends to get lively at times ­ especially if there is a big boxing match or game on the tube. Indeed, the pub is a safe harbor for sports junkies, who clamor here in the early evening and tend to stay late. Also popular with the neighborhood folk, area business types, and the occasional bartender, O'Flanagan's is the type of place where everybody is welcome and treated the same. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 86th St
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Patrick Kavanagh's

497 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10016 212-889-4304

Description: MURRAY HILL. Patrick Kavanagh's is the consummate NYC sports pub: dark mahogany accents, real Irish barkeeps and, plenty of rich Guinness draught. The pub's cozy atmosphere and excellent service will make you feel like you stumbled into your home away from home. Kavanagh's is also THE place in Murray Hill to catch live local, out of town and international sporting events. The menu features everything from appetizers to succulent hamburgers and sautéed shrimp. With its chummy staff this place also enjoys a good bit of popularity with business types, who flood in here after work for a pint or two. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6 to 33rd St
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Ship of Fools

1590 2nd Ave, between 82nd and 83rd St, New York, NY 10028 212-570-2651

Description: UPPER EAST SIDE. There's nothing at all foolish about stopping by this Upper East Sider for drinks ... especially when there's a big game on the tube. TRAIN: 6 to 77th St; 4, 5, 6 to 86th St
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Stan's Sports Bar

836 River Ave, Bronx, NY 10451 718-993-5548

Description: BRONX. Granted, there's not much in the way of aesthetics at this Bronx watering hole. It's crowded, located UNDER the 4 Train, the floor's covered with sawdust, and they serve cheap beer for Pete's sake! But then, Yankee fans would tell you that's what makes this such a beautiful place to hang out before, after or during a home game (unless you're a Red Sox fan, of course). As for when they operate, don't call; check out a Yankees schedule ­ Stan's opens four hours prior to first pitch.
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Sutton Place Bar and Restaurant

1015 2nd Ave, New York, NY 10022 212-207-3777

Description: MIDTOWN EAST. Enjoy your after-work cocktails at one of the Sutton Place's four spacious bar areas. The main area features a long bar and two projection screens. The upstairs bar is an intimate space with French doors spanning one wall, and for those who prefer a more homey setting, the Skylight Lounge offers several cozy couches and chairs as well as an excellent view of the city. In the warmer months, the rooftop "Terrace" offers a spectacular setting for early evening cocktails. TRAIN: 4, 5, 6, 7 to Grand Central-42nd St
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The Central Bar

109 E 9th St, New York, NY 10003 212-529-5333

Description: EAST VILLAGE. This self-styled Irish sports bar is a terrific place to combine two of life's greatest joys: Irish brunch and Sunday afternoon football. TRAIN: 6 to Astor Pl
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