Morgantown, WV is known as the home of West Virginia University. While West Virginia University is known as one of the nation’s biggest party schools and one reason students party is for their beloved Mountaineers. But what options are out there for the casual sports fan who doesn’t want to join in with a house full of “party animals” to catch the big game? Or what about the townie who wants to watch their favorite team at a place where everyone knows there name? Luckily, Morgantown has a treasure chest of pubs and sports bars to watch your favorite sports and of course, the Big East Conference. Check out the customized “Morgantown Sports Bar” map to find a location that suits your interests and tastes…or taste buds.
The Sports Page -While not the biggest of venues, the Sports Page has the biggest heart. Nearly every inch of wall space is covered with a flat screen TV (showing any sporting event you request) or unique sports memorabilia like a signed jersey or a piece of the field goal post from the 1984 WVU-Penn State game. “The Page” also boasts cheap buffalo wing specials (25 cent wings on Monday nights) and a hard-to-beat Friday happy hour ($5 All-You-Can-Eat wings, pizza, and corn-dog bites…$1.50 domestic drafts and $3 Long Island Iced Teas).
Gibbie’s Pub and Eatery – Ok, so maybe this isn’t your typical sports bar, or even a sports bar in general. But it is a safe bet that sports will always be on the various TVs at Gibbies and Gib’s boasts something that none of the other dives on this list do…a mission to provide top-quality craft beer. Gibbie’s has the most beers on tap in Morgantown and there is a different brew to suit every person, or sports fan’s taste. Be sure to check out the 2-4-1 pint special on Tuesday nights or the “beer-battered fries” with a Philly Cheese Steak…and Gibbie’s usually has live music to soothe your soul after that emtional loss or heart-pounding victory!
The Cue -The Cue has great drink specials and cheap games of pool. A little more underrated than most places, The Cue lands in the Top 5 for having the biggest viewing area and TV screen in a Morgantown sports bar. If you don’t want to watch the game on the dozen-or-so TVs in the billiards area of the bar, then head upstairs to the full-fledged theatre that has comfy couches and a projection screen…that always looks great with your favorite team on it. Not to worry, there is a side bar in the “Theatre Room” to ensure you don’t go to long without a fresh brew!
Kegler’s -Kegler’s and Kegler’s II offer the best buffalo wings in town and arguably the best game day experience. If you want to be with fanatics of your favorite Big East team, or just listen to the bantering from fans on NFL Sundays, head over to Kegler’s for an array of beers and spirits and some of the best pub grub in Morgantown. Sundays always have great wing specials (35 cents and $2.00 domestic drafts) and if your game isn’t on TV or your team got knocked out of the playoffs, get a pair of shoes and a bowling bowl and have a blast at Kegler’s very own bowling alley. You really can’t go wrong here!
Coach’s Bar N Grill -So it’s a little far out of the way, but if you are looking for a classy atmosphere to watch your team(s), then Coach’s is it. Coach’s has a great viewing area(s) with large flat screens and numerous areas to sit alone or with a crowd. The bar is lined with granite counter tops and dark wood-paneled walls and typically has various specials throughout the week, but the food really shines here and just about anything you order would rival your mom’s meatloaf. And here’s a little tip, plenty of WVU athletic coaches like Bob Huggins like to frequent this place…so keep your eyes peeled and your glass full!
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