Top Bars To Watch College Football In St. Louis

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

One of Missouri's favorite teams to watch is usually accompanied with a shout of "Mizzou-rah!" Watching college football is more fun when you are among friends to cheer on the winning team, or maybe even engage in some friendly alumni rivalry. Whether you cheer on the Mizzou Tigers in your orange and black or the Fighting Illini from just across the river, don your school's colors and don't miss a single touchdown or pass. St. Louis is home to several amazing sports bars, many of which air college football for patrons' enjoyment. Catch your favorite games at these best bars to watch college football in St. Louis.

Helen Fitzgerald's Bar & Grill
3650 S. Lindbergh Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63127
(314) 984-0026
www.helenfitzgeralds.com

Just south of Watson Road, also known as the infamous Route 66, is a delicious eatery bar and grill. Watch some football among friends at this Irish restaurant bar with a neighborhood pub feel. Sit back and enjoy all of the plays on the numerous large screen TVs that line the walls by the bar. Enjoy some chicken wings or try some shark chunks, all part of what makes this place a favorite among locals.

Field House Pub & Grill
510 Theresa Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63103
(314) 289-0311
www.fieldhousestl.com

If you're going to catch all of the plays college style, why not enjoy it in a sports-themed atmosphere with a college feel? Located within walking distance of St. Louis University, the name of the pub and grill itself makes you feel as if you've just stepped onto the campus. Catch every close-up, replay and umpire call while you're enjoying amazing appetizers, a full meal or just a quick drink. Check the website before you go to see what games are playing, but don't be afraid to ask to turn on your favorite team.

Friendly's Sports Bar & Grill
3503 Roger Place
St. Louis, MO 63116
(314) 771-2040
www.friendlyssportsbar.com

The name sounds inviting and happy, and locals know that this is one of the friendliest places to kick back and take in a game. There are even specials based upon hometown favorite teams, including Mizzou, SLU and Illini. Every seat is the best seat as you catch a glimpse of every play from a wall filled with large TVs. Take a break from the on-screen action or during halftime, and go out back to catch a game of washers.

The Over/Under Bar
911 Washington Ave.
St. Louis, MO 63101
(314) 621-8881
www.overunderstl.com

Step inside this bar that is centrally located near all of the major three sports teams in the city, but that doesn't mean college football is overlooked. Surrounded by 37 large LCD TVs, keep your eyes peeled to every play on the field. Satisfy your need to watch the game, but don't forget about satiating your taste buds. Step outside and jump on a free shuttle to and from Cardinals, Rams or SLU college sports events that this bar provides to fans.

Lester's Sports Bar & Grill
9906 Clayton Road
Ladue, MO 63124
(314) 994-0055
www.lestersrestaurant.com

Bring your friends and get ready to enjoy some spectacular food while you watch some great football. Sit anywhere and catch the game from every angle. Looking up at more than 30 HDTVs, it is almost as if college football is part of the menu. Though, don't be surprised if you forget you're sitting inside of a sports bar because the menu choices are mouth watering from chicken wings to a tasty Reuben sandwich.

Tere Scott is a freelance writer and author of e-books and two educational blogs. She loves to research information to share. She currently resides in St. Louis. Her work can be found at Examiner.com.