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 Tampa bars to watch the NBA Playoffs, average daily revenue at local pubs is $1,134 on days when games are played, a 5% increase compared to an average day, according to an analysis of transactions at 3,500 local bars by Womply, a provider of CRM and marketing software for small businesses. That sales increase is driven by a 4.89% increase in transaction volume and a 0.25% increase in purchase price.
At local restaurants in Tampa, average daily revenue is $1,398 during the NBA Playoffs on days when games are played, a 1.95% increase over a typical day, according to an analysis of transactions at 42,000 local eateries by Womply. That sales increase is driven by a 1.64% increase in transaction volume and a 0.23% increase 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. North 30th Sports Pub & Grille
Topping the list is North 30th Sports Pub & Grille. Located at 11402 N. 30th St. in University Square, it's the highest rated sports bar in Tampa, boasting 4.5 stars out of 61 reviews on Yelp. The traditional American spot serves pizza, sandwiches and hot wings.
2. Irish 31 - Westshore
Next up is West Shore Palms's Irish 31 - Westshore, situated at 219 Westshore Plaza. With four stars out of 92 reviews on Yelp, the Irish pub and sports bar has proven to be a local favorite. On the menu, you'll find "a mix of traditional Irish food, vegetarian options, Southern favorites and classic comfort foods."
3. The Dog Saloon
The Dog Saloon, a straditional American spot in Palma Ceia, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 16 Yelp reviews. The casual sports bar has several televisions and pool tables and it serves nachos, wings, hot sandwiches and more. Head over to 3311 W. Bay To Bay Blvd. to see for yourself.
4. Elmer's Sports Cafe
Over in historic Ybor, check out Elmer's Sports Cafe, which has earned four stars out of 24 reviews on Yelp. Here you'll find chicken wings, nachos and burgers, as well as other bar snacks such as French fries and onion rings on the menu. You can find the sports bar at 2003 E. Seventh Ave.
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