Best Bars To Watch College Football In Cleveland

The Daily Meal Staff|Sept. 11, 2014 7:00 am EST

The time is here: the craving for not only cooler weather but for the American sport of football. College football teams swarm through town for another exciting season of determining who is best. Whether you just love the game, playing fantasy football or just getting together with friends for a nice plate of chicken wings and a cold beer, Cleveland has fans set for a great year. Whether looking for something low key or high energy, these five bars will have you covered. Spend your Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays here in Cleveland where only the best can be found.

Rivals Sports Grille
6710 Smith Road
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130
(216) 267-0005
www.rivalscleveland.com

This is where football spirit was created and lives on. Whether a newcomer or an old timer, lasting friendships are made during football season. From the big screen featured football game to the smaller games, finding the game of your choice is easy at Rivals Sports Grille. Excitement for the favored team seeps into the the bar stools and flows out of the never-ending beer and favorite appetizers while enjoying a game or two.

Anthony's Sports Bar
10703 W. Pleasant Valley Road
Parma, OH 44130
(440) 887-1834
www.anthonysinparma.com

Looking for a place to call home during football season? Then Anthony's Sports Bar is the place for you. Away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city, Anthony's Sports Bar offers a great selection of big screen televisions to ensure seeing the game you want is possible. It offers a large open area for room for everyone and a cozy atmosphere for the more reserved football watcher. Whether you want a quiet homey atmosphere or a more team encouragement environment, it will be easy to find at Anthony's Sports Bar.

The Clevelander Bar & Grille
834 Huron Road E.
Cleveland, OH 44115
(216) 771-3723
www.clevelanderbar.com

If you want an up close and personal experience with football, there's no better place than The Clevelander Bar & Grille. There is no better way to celebrate the victories of your team than at the bar that specializes in football for professional and college fans. Bring the family, friends or just come and find new ones that share equal passion for the sport while enjoying the love of football and great food.

Winking Lizard Tavern
25380 Miles Road
Bedford Heights, OH 44146
(216) 831-0022
www.winkinglizard.com

Winking Lizard offers a bar inside and outside. So on nice days, there's no need to be cooped up in the stuffiness of the indoors; go out and experience nature the way it was meant to be experienced, with the sounds of cheering, swearing and downright manly expressions. Tip the beer glass to the victories and drown losses in the mouthwatering food provided by the tavern. Whether alone or with friends, there is no such thing as strangers at this sports bar.

West Park Station Restaurant & Bar
17015 Lorain Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44111
(216) 476-2000
www.westparkstation.com

Take in a game or two or spend the whole day at a place that knows how to liven up a game even when your team is down. Choose from the many beers and delicious appetizers, chicken wings or sandwiches. Enjoy the roomy bar area which at times is standing room only. But who wants to sit when the game is so exciting anyway? Express your excitement without fear at the West Park Station.

Danielle Coots has been writing since 1996. She has published short stories and articles in many publications. Danielle loves being active in the community and providing quality information regarding current and upcoming events in the Cleveland area. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.