17 high-energy bars in Northeast Ohio to cheer on the Cleveland Browns this NFL season

While nearly any and every bar in Northeast Ohio will likely be airing the Browns games during the season, a few establishments stand out for their over-the-top fandom. A few sports bars provide as home bases for local Browns Backers clubs while others set the stage for the high-energy atmosphere that NFL Sundays were made for.

In case you need some inspiration for the next several Sundays, here are 17 bars and restaurants in Greater Cleveland perfect for watching Browns games. A few go a bit more above and beyond than most, but all of them are great options for watching the game somewhere that isn’t on your couch or downtown at the stadium.

Twist Social Club

11633 Clifton Blvd., Cleveland

Twist Social Club is the headquarters for Browns Backers with a Twist, an LGBTQ+ and allied club for supporting the NFL team. Twist is an ideal location not only for its rowdy and accepting vibe, but also for its extensive number of large TVs both inside the restaurant and on the patio. The restaurant often even projects the game on its big screen. Food from Landmark Smokehouse, drink specials, fundraiser raffles and more are in store at Twist this NFL season.

Cocky’s Bagels and Bar

1127 Old River Rd., Cleveland

Cocky’s Bagels in the Flats is Browns party headquarters. The restaurant and bar will be hosting tailgates and watch parties for every Browns game featuring local vendors, drink specials and beyond. Plus, a loaded bagel sandwich is the ideal way to prepare, or recover from, a long day of drinking beer and watching football.

West Park Station

17015 Lorain Ave., Cleveland

West Park Station is another genuine sports bar that takes every Browns’ season seriously. The bar and restaurant typically has beer specials that include drafts and towers. Plus, its mouth-watering pub fare includes classics and innovative dishes, like corn ribs, burger pizza, meatball sliders and pork rinds.

Jukebox

1404 W. 29th St., Cleveland

Jukebox is the headquarters of the Hingetown neighborhood’s Browns Backers chapter, and the restaurant sets the tone for optimal game-day fun. Drink and food specials are always on the menu and typically Halftime Trivia is part of the celebration. Jukebox has plenty of TVs behind its bar and on its covered outdoor patio for plenty of viewing potential.

Grindstone Tap House

826 Front St., Berea

Nearly 30 beers on draft, brick-oven pizza and NFL Sunday Ticket are all you need for a successful Browns Sunday, and Grindstone Tap House in Berea checks every box. It’s also a Browns Backers headquarters in Northeast Ohio, making the unassuming pub a destination for superfans every Sunday.

Mars Bar and Cafe

15314 Madison Ave., Lakewood

The Lakewood chapter of the Browns Backers calls Mars Bar its home base during the NFL season, and 2024 is no different. Mars Bar is a no-nonsense dive bar that happens to serve some of the best gyros and burgers in town. Plus, the inflatable Chomps mascot is typically always blown up out front of the bar for game day to let everyone know they’re welcome to set up shop and watch.

The Yard on 3rd

38040 3rd St., Willoughby

It feels like a tailgate every day at The Yard on 3rd in Willoughby, but especially during the Browns regular season. Game day specials include cooler drink kits, specialty shots and beyond, and the space collaborates with a rotating variety of food trucks to feed hungry sports fans.

Dive Bar

1214 W. 6th St., Cleveland

Dive Bar on West 6th is always a party on game day, mostly due to its proximity to the Huntington Bank Field, the Muni Lot and all of the other downtown happenings. Dive Bar offers VIP table reservations during all Browns home games for those looking to celebrate a hopeful win with bottle service.

Collison Bend Brewing Company

1250 Old River Rd., Cleveland

Collison Bend Brewing Company in the Flats is another destination for all things Browns this season. The pregame starts early with tailgate menu items and craft beer. For folks going to the game, the brewery partnered with The Funny Bus CLE to provide free shuttles to the stadium. Separately, folks can purchase boat ride tickets to the stadium which includes a bar on board. Collison Bend will also remain open to air all games on their various TVs, including an impressive drop-down TV.

Winking Lizard Tavern

1300 E. 9th St., Cleveland

The Winking Lizard Tavern has been one of Cleveland’s most iconic local sports bar chains for more than 40 years, so their restaurants are always perfect spots for tuning into Browns games. The downtown location will open at 8 a.m. for all Sunday home games featuring tailgate parties, food specials and plenty of cold beer.

Scalpers Bar and Grill

5718/5720 Mayfield Rd., Lyndhurst

Scalpers is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year as a hometown sports bar, so it’s only right to honor it by watching a Browns game at the bar. The restaurant serves up another pub menu that’s the perfect football food. Walking tacos, cheese curds, burgers, wings and beyond make for a great companion to football on a Sunday afternoon.

Noble Beast Brewing

1470 Lakeside Ave., Cleveland

Noble Beast is another popular downtown spot that’s close enough to the stadium to pregame before kickoff or to stick around for the entire event. The brewery typically opens early for Sunday Browns games, serving up craft beer and elevated bar food like giant pretzels, loaded handhelds and flavorful wings.

Lakewood Truck Park/Beachwood Truck Park

16900 Detroit Ave., Lakewood

24619 Chagrin Blvd., Beachwood

The Truck Park bars in Lakewood and Beachwood are always popular spots on game days, especially when the weather is warm. The Lakewood location often hosts tailgates featuring charity giveaways, drink specials and beyond. Plus, the rotating list of food trucks present at each park provides plenty of variety for every game.

Masthead Brewing Company

1261 Superior Ave., Cleveland

Another brewery close to the Huntington Bank Field is Masthead Brewing Company. The brewery typically opens early on Browns home games, and its menu of wood-fired pizzas and sharable appetizers is ideal for before, during or after the game.

P.J. McIntyre’s Irish Pub

17119 Lorain Ave., Cleveland

Another West Park bar that’s a hub for all things Browns is P.J. McIntyre’s. The West Park Browns Backers club calls the Irish pub its home, hosting several watch parties during the season. Food and drink specials, raffles, live music and occasional paid shuttles to the game are all on the table this season.

Johnny Malloy’s Irish Sports Pub

1038 N. Court St., Medina

For folks down by Medina, Johnny Malloy’s is a quintessential sports bar that makes every Browns game a celebration-worthy event. Aside from having NFL Sunday Ticket to air every game, Johnny Malloy’s offers specials on Yuengling all day, every day. Plus, its bar menu includes ribs, wings, pizza, calzones and nearly every other football food imaginable.

Grayton Road Tavern

4760 Grayton Rd., Cleveland

Grayton Road Tavern is another sports bar that’s a no-brainer option for Browns games. The bar never shies away from some friendly competition, so Squares are typically a part of the occasion. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with game day options like bang bang shrimp, chili, buffalo chicken dip and beyond.

Alex Darus writes about food, dining and drinking for Cleveland.com, check out her latest posts here. You can reach her with story ideas at adarus@cleveland.com. Follow her on Instagram @alex_darus.

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