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Finals frenzy: Here are Orlando's best sports bars for NBA action

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Published on May 29, 2019
Finals frenzy: Here are Orlando's best sports bars for NBA actionNBC Sports Grill & Brew. | Photo: Lynn S./Yelp

It’s one of the best times of the year for sports fans, and that means it’s time to make your plans around the NBA Finals, which begin on May 30.

As patrons head into Orlando bars to watch the NBA Playoffs, average daily revenue at local pubs is $1,589 on days when games are played, a 3.45% increase compared to an average day, according to an analysis of transactions at 3,500 local bars by Womply, a provider of CRM and online review management software for small businesses. That sales increase is driven by a 5.5% increase in transaction volume and a 1.91% decrease in purchase price.

At local restaurants in Orlando, average daily revenue is $1,647 during the NBA Playoffs on days when games are played, a 0.57% decrease over a typical day, according to an analysis of transactions at 42,000 local eateries by Womply. That sales decrease is driven by a 0.57% decrease in transaction volume and a 0.05% decrease in purchase price.     

To help you snag the best stool in town, Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top options for sports bars, using both Yelp data and our own methodology.


1. NBC Sports Grill & Brew

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Topping the list is NBC Sports Grill & Brew. Located at 6000 Universal Blvd., it's the highest rated sports bar in Orlando, boasting four stars out of 734 reviews on Yelp. The traditional American restaurant and sports bar has a huge selection of domestic and imported beers and it serves sliders, nachos, flatbreads and more.

2. La Fiesta Mexican Grill and Catering

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Next up is La Fiesta Mexican Grill and Catering, situated at 3000 Curry Ford Road. With 4.5 stars out of 367 reviews on Yelp, the Mexican spot and sports bar has proven to be a local favorite. The menu features tacos, nachos, quesadillas and fajitas.

3. Cheers Sports Bar & Liquor Store

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Florida Center's Cheers Sports Bar & Liquor Store, located at 6923 Municipal Drive, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the sports bar four stars out of 36 reviews. The spot serves wings, burgers, salads, steaks, dinner platters and more and be sure to check the daily specials.

4. Rock & Brews - Orlando

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Over in Airport North, check out Rock & Brews - Orlando, which has earned four stars out of 402 reviews on Yelp. The restaurant offers classic new American fare such as burgers, brunch, tacos, salads and more. You can find the sports bar at 6897 S. Semoran Blvd. in the Lee Vista Promenade shopping center.


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