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Where to watch football games around Charlotte

If you’re not watching football from the stands at Bank of America Stadium, there are nearby watering holes that bring a similar camaraderie and atmosphere for football fans.

An artist's rendering depicting the interior of a sportsbook lounge with a massive screen with sports playing on the monitors.

Imagine spending the Carolina Panthers’ upcoming season in here.

Photo via Blinders

Football season is here + the countdown to the Panthers’ kickoff is on. We’ve got the 411 on where to catch all the action around Charlotte — whether you’re a Panthers, 49ers, USC, Clemson, or App State fan.

Psst... bookmark this roundup for your next game day. And if we missed your fave, send us a note so we can add it to the list.

Blinders Sports Lounge | Open daily | 225 W. Tremont Ave. | Cheer for your time as they play on the biggest screen on the East Coast while ordering flatbreads, sliders, and craft cocktails.

Growler’s Pourhouse | Closed Mondays | 3120 N. Davidson St. | Watch the Panthers on this neighborhood bar’s six TV screens — plus, order the Sunday special: 12 wings for $10.

Painted Rooster | Open daily | 1601 Central Ave. | The Painted Rooster and game days go together like chicken and ranch — perhaps the best in Charlotte.

A group of people sit on a patio of a covered restaurant watching a football game on a monitor.

How about a game day watch party at Angry Ale’s?

Photo via Social Ape Marketing

Angry Ale’s | Open daily | 1518 Montford Dr. | This hangout in Montford also hosts App State watch parties, so feel free to visit for a savory burger, tenders, or cheesesteaks to get your pro or college football fix.

The Pub at Uptown | Open daily | 500 W. Trade St., Ste. 104 | Order menu favorites like the Ultimate Burger wrap or mac and cheese bites as the game plays in walking distance from the pub.

Selwyn Pub | Open Tuesday-Sunday | 2801 Selwyn Ave. | This Myers Park pub became the official Wake Forest “watch party” bar back in 2018, serving up pizza, fried pickles, and good vibes.

McHale’s Pub | Open daily | 3112 N. Davidson St. | Watch the game on the outdoor patio or sit inside at the bar while ordering a cold Guinness and fish and chips — it’s a tasty game-day combo.

Clutch Kitchen & Pour House | Open daily | 601 S. Cedar St. | Get there early for a good parking spot — plus, you can’t beat the view of Bank of America Stadium from the patio.

Platform Sports | Open daily | 3216 South Blvd., Ste. 301 | Sit outside (and get a view of Uptown) or grab a seat at a booth to watch your favorite team on the field.

Eight people at a table haring fries, beers, and burgers.

Good friends, good food, and a good game — sounds perfect.

Photo via Moo & Brew

Moo & Brew | Open daily | 1300 Central Ave. | Known as the official bar for the Tar Heels, savor a burger and local craft beer at this Plaza Midwood staple.

Vaulted Oak Brewing | Open daily | 3726 Monroe Rd. | Order from the visiting food truck and sit on the patio or inside the taproom as the action unfolds on the gridiron.

Graham St. Pub & Patio | Open daily | 400 S. Graham St., Ste. 4 | Hear the roar of the fans at Bank of America Stadium from the rooftop patio while watching the game on TV.

Midwood Smokehouse | Open daily | Various locations | Whether you’re craving pulled pork, brisket, or savory sausages, we can say you won’t regret your meal when the game is on.

HopFly Brewing | Open Tuesday-Sunday | 1327 S. Mint St. | Be surrounded by several screens and friends to cheer on your favorite team.

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