N.L. Local Dining Guide
American League Parks
(Listed alphabetically)
Pre-Game restaurants
Arlington Steak House
Great home-style food and atmosphere.
1724 W. Division St.
Arlington, TX
Back Stage Cafe
107 N. Main St.
Mansfield, TX Restaurant
Cajun, Dinner Cruises, Italian
Brooklyn's Best Pizza & Pasta
2425 SE Green Oaks Blvd # 107
Arlington, TX Restaurant
Italian
Joe's Crab Shack
1520 Nolan Ryan Expressway
Arlington, TX Restaurant
Seafood
Friday's Front Row
The real front row.
Ballpark in Arlington
Arlington, TX Restaurant
American
Diamond Club
1090 Ballpark Way
Arlington, TX Restaurant
American
Post-Game Hangouts
J. Gilligan's Bar and Grill
Known for its Irish nachos.
407 E S St
Arlington, TX Restaurant
Irish, Pub Food
Bennigan's Grill & Tavern
American food with a ''Blarney Blast'' welcome.
721 N Watson Rd
Arlington, TX Restaurant
American, Hamburgers, Irish
Bobby Valentine's Sports Gallery Cafe
4301 S Bowen
Arlington, TX
Bobby V's is the place to be for the big game. The walls are adorned with sports memorabilia and the trivia is the best. Request a table in the boxing ring, a raised platform in the middle of the room that has the look and feel of a real ring, ropes and all. Order up the famous chili and bread bowl while you down a cold one and cheer on your favorite team.
Fox & Hound English Pub & Grille
1001 NE Green Oaks Blvd
Arlington, TX
Fox & Hound English Pub & Grille is a combination of English pub, sports bar, restaurant and club. In England they order their beer in pints and quarts, so in keeping with this traditionally prolific consumption, Fox & Hound offers to fill your 32-ounce container with more than 100 varieties of domestic and imported beers.
Angel Stadium
Pre-game restaurants
Wood Ranch BBQ & Grill
8022 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd, Anaheim Hills, CA
Gracious service and family atmosphere is the main draw at this local barbecue chain.
Zankou Chicken
2424 W Ball Rd, Anaheim, CA
Armenian roasted chicken that's finger-licking good.
Wolfgang Puck Grand Cafe
20 City Blvd W, Orange, CA
Wolfgang Puck brings his noisy, colorful Cal-eclectic cuisine to the masses.
La Brea Bakery Cafe
1556 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA
L.A.'s revered bread institution ventures into dining behind the Orange Curtain.
Ruby's Diner
1301 S Harbor Blvd, Fullerton, CA
The all-American coffee shop gets a healthy SoCal slant.
Post-Game Hangouts
Dave & Buster's
20 City Blvd W, Orange, CA
Super-sized party multiplex for casual diners and serious drinkers who like a joystick with their drumsticks and swizzle sticks.
ESPN Zone
1545 S Disneyland Dr, Anaheim, CA
Enter the Zone, an entertainment megaplex that puts you in the game.
Danny K's Cafe & Billiards
1096 N Main St, Orange, CA
A sports fan's paradise hidden among the warehouses of Orange.
National Sports Grill & Bar
450 N State College Blvd, Orange, CA
Hoist a brew or chow some grub in this baseball-themed national chain.
Good Ol' Boys Saloon & Sports Bar
10624 Katella Ave, Anaheim, CA
A classic dive bar with a dash of sports.
Comerica Park
Pre-Game Restaurants
Hunter House
1427 Randolph St, Detroit, MI
Dig into classy all-American eats at this stylish eatery near Comerica Park.
Loco Bar and Grill
454 E Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI
This hidden gem offers authentic Mexican fare and Tex-Mex concoctions.
Giovanni's
330 S Oakwood, Detroit, MI
Italian dining stays classic and delicious at this gem hidden in a corner of the industrial rough.
Niki's
735 Beaubien St, Detroit, MI
This Greek favorite is in a league of its own.
Detroit Pizza Factory
1250 Griswold St, Detroit, MI
In the hometown of pizza franchises, this independent beats them all.
Post-Game Bars
The Deck at Hockeytown Cafe
2301 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI
Before or after Tigers games or concerts, raise the roof at the ultimate patio-party spot.
Nemo's
1384 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI
The quintessential Irish sports bar in Corktown, and then some.
Goodnite Gracie Cigar & Spirit
222 S Sherman Dr In Washington Sq Plz, Royal Oak, MI
This '40s-style cigar and martini bar outlasts the split-second '90s trend.
Blue Martini Birmingham
201 Hamilton Ave, Birmingham, MI
An overwhelming variety of martinis and singles combine for a sip-and-be-seen atmosphere.
State Bar
2115 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI
You'll find Corktown charm in Detroit's theater district at this pregame, preshow hot spot.
Town Pump Tavern
100 W Montcalm St, Detroit, MI
High-brow trappings and rich decor mingle with downtown bar appeal.
Fenway Park
Pre-Game Restaurants
Boston Beer Works
61 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA
Acclaimed beers, generous bar-food portions and a relaxed environment attract young, sports-enthused masses to Boston's oldest brewpub.
Canestaro's Restaurant & Pizzeria
16 Peterborough St, Boston, MA
Hidden, casual pizza joint near the Fenway impresses with standout ingredients and pleasant surroundings.
Vinny T's of Boston - Brookline
1700 Beacon St, Brookline, MA
A favorite of area families and hungry tourists, Vinny T's delivers gargantuan portions of straightforward Italian fare in kitschy environs.
Ginza
1002 Beacon St, Brookline, MA
Brookline's outpost of the popular Chinatown sushi emporium delivers equally satisfying Japanese treats in roomier, comfier environs.
El Pelon Taqueria
92 Peterborough St, Boston, MA
Don't have time for a sit-down meal? Stop by this authentic taqueria for a quick, inexpensive burrito.
Thornton's Fenway Grille
100 Peterborough St, Boston, MA
A lengthy, varied menu and relaxed sidewalk patio make this one of the better pre-game options within walking distance.
Tiki Room
1 Lansdowne St, Boston, MA
For fruity, exotic drinks and dressed-up Polynesian fare, head just beyond centerfield.
Post-Game Hangouts
An Tua Nua
835 Beacon St, Boston, MA
After a big win, follow the B.U. kids to this popular Irish bar and dance the night away.
Boston Billiard Club
126 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA
You'll have to leave the game early to avoid having to wait for a table at this unrivaled pool hall.
Cask 'n' Flagon
62 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA
The party runs deep into the night at this Fenway institution, located just behind the Green Monster.
P J Kilroy's Pub
822 Beacon St, Boston, MA
For dirt-cheap pitchers of beer and a killer jukebox, look no further than Fenway's favorite dive bar.
Tequila Rain
3 Lansdowne St, Boston, MA
Catch all the highlights on the city's largest video wall, or grab a sidewalk table and observe bustling Lansdowne Street.
Jacobs Field
Pre-Game Restaurants
Ferris Steak House
8700 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH
Get your meat fix before the first pitch.
Panini's Gateway Bar & Grill
840 Huron Rd E, Cleveland, OH
Sloppy sandwiches, beer and close proximity to the Jake make this a favorite haunt for Indian's fans.
Flannery's Pub
323 Prospect Ave, Cleveland, OH
A low-key, friendly place where U.K.-imported bartenders are chummy and the music is quasi-Gaelic "lite" rock.
Fat Fish Blue
21 Prospect Ave E, Cleveland, OH
Can't deal with another sports bar? Make blues music and spicey Southern cuisine your pre-game warm-up.
Post-Game Hangouts
Winking Lizard Gateway
811 Huron Rd, Cleveland, OH
Cleveland favorite serves munchies and beer to a ravenous post-game crowd.
Huron Deck
834 Huron Rd E, Cleveland, OH
If it's baseball season, the patio's open at this casual beer-and-burgers joint.
Velvet Dog
1280 W 6th St, Cleveland, OH
This typical dance club's pee(p) show gets all the press.
Cleveland Improv
2000 Sycamore St, Cleveland, OH
The Improv doesn't do improv, but it does have its fair share of comics.
Boneyard Beer Farm
748 Prospect Ave E, Cleveland, OH
Singles scene and great beer selection in walking distance to the Jake.
Kauffman Stadium
Pre-Game Restaurants
Cascone's Grill
17 E 5TH St, Kansas City, MO
Hearty Italian home-style breakfasts are served in this busy little diner in the heart of City Market.
Garozzo's Ristorante
526 Harrison St, Kansas City, MO
Old Italian favorites jam the menu and the airwaves at this neighborhood trattoria.
Gambucci's Italian Restaurant
12203 S. Strang Line Road, Olathe, KS
Expect an authentic Italian family-owned restaurant, and a vast wine selection.
D'Bronx
3904 Bell St, Kansas City, MO
Back to basics: A pizzeria that dishes up traditional pies and delicious deli sandwiches.
La Bodega
703 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO
Traditional Spanish-inspired locale incorporates the tapas way of life.
Post-Game Hangouts
Davey's Uptown Ramblers Club
3402 Main St, Kansas City, MO
This intimate venue has poured liquor since its days as a speakeasy, but live rock music packs in crowds today.
Fieldhouse Sports Cafe
9617 W 87th St, Overland Park, KS
KU students and alumni reconvene for brews, sports and food in this spacious restaurant and bar.
Rusty's Last Chance
10901 W 75th St, Shawnee Mission, KS
Kansas State alumni hang in the day, while Wildcats close down this transplanted Manhattan institution.
Grand Emporium
3832 Main, Kansas City, MO
A variety of music plays in this historic building, but the blues rule the stage at this small venue.
Metrodome
Pre-Game Restaurants
Atlas Grill
200 S 6TH St, Minneapolis, MN
Enjoy a quiet, elegant meal before you join the rowdy stadium crowd.
Charley's Restaurant at the Depot
225 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
It's what you'd expect from a hotel restaurant, with a few lovely touches.
8th Street Grill
800 Marquette Ave, Minenapolis, MN
A crowd-pleasing menu and lively bar draw downtown folks for meals and drinks.
Morton's - The Steakhouse
555 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN
USDA prime beef, elegant tableside service and mammoth martinis.
Old Spaghetti Factory
233 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Bargain prices and a kids' menu makes this reliable chain a great pre-game spot for a family outing.
Peter's Grill
114 S 8TH St, Minneapolis, MN
Get quick service and decent home-style fare at this historic downtown restaurant.
Jewel of India
1427 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Come for tasty, authentic Indian food in a simple setting.
Post-Game Hangouts
Bullwinkle's Saloon
1429 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Need to wind down after the game? The selection of brews at this casual Seven Corners bar will help.
Grandma's Saloon & Grill
1810 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Rehash the highlights over a beer at the bar.
Grumpy's Downtown
1111 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Even if your team loses, you won't stay grumpy for long at this place.
Hubert's Bar & Restaurant
601 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN
The closest bar to the Metrodome is a magnet for sports fans craving a bite and brew.
Maxwell's American Cafe
1201 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Raise a glass to the local teams with Minneapolis' finest.
Minneapolis Town Hall Brewery
1430 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Five house brews, plus seasonal specials, keep the party going at this Seven Corners pub.
Sgt. Preston's
221 CEDAR Ave S, Minneapolis, MN
Looking for a game-night nightcap? Dive into a fishbowl of beer at this popular college bar.
Gabe's by the Park
991 Lexington Pkwy N, St Paul, MN
Saints fans and Packer Backers make tracks for this St. Paul haven.
Champps--Downtown
100 N 6TH St, Minneapolis, MN
A chain that attracts sports fans, but the menu is for everyone.
Oakland Coliseum
Pre-Game Restaurants
Flint's Barbecue
3114 San Pablo Ave, Oakland, CA
An East Bay fixture, featuring a gritty atmosphere and old-fashioned, no-frills barbecue.
Top Dog
2534 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA
Gourmet sausages and libertarian propaganda--a hot-dog stand with a Berkeley twist.
Zachary's Chicago Pizza
5801 College Ave, Oakland, CA
Even Windy City natives will revel in the deep-dish at this East Bay pizza mecca.
Post-Game Hangouts
5th Amendment
3255 Lakeshore Ave, Oakland, CA
A 30-and-up Oaktown crowd listens to live music at this singles haven.
Golden Bear Sports Bar
389 Grand Ave, Oakland, CA
This East Bay bar with stadium-like seating gets rowdy during big games.
The Ruby Room
132 14th St, Oakland, CA
This comfy neighborhood bar adds a hint of cosmopolitan style to Downtown Oakland.
Oriole Park at Camden Yards
Pre-Game Restaurants
Bo Brooks Crab House
2701 Boston St, Baltimore, MD
Get down and dirty for a good old-fashioned crab feast on the waterfront.
ESPN Zone
601 E Pratt St, Baltimore, MD
Bring the family: This sports mecca delivers hearty food and entertainment overload.
Blue Agave Restaurante y Tequileria
1032 Light Street, Baltimore, MD
Fresh food, festive atmosphere and an incredible tequila selection make for an authentic Mexican dining experience.
Shula's Steak House
101 W Fayette St, Baltimore, MD
A shrine to certified Angus beef and football inside the Wyndham Baltimore Inner Harbor hotel.
John Steven Ltd
1800 Thames St, Baltimore, MD
From fish and chips to sushi, this lively restaurant's seafood menu brings a little bit of everything to Fells Point.
Post-Game Hangouts
Kooper's Tavern
1702 Thames St, Baltimore, MD
A varied crowd shows up for the full menu, rotating drafts and harbor view.
Max's at Camden Yards
300 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD
This popular pub offers plenty of brews, a sizeable menu and a fine view of Baltimore's famous ballpark.
Downtown Sports Exchange
200 W Pratt St, Baltimore, MD
Packed on game days, this pricey downtown bar offers beer specials that keep the crowds coming.
Wharf Rat Tavern
801 S Ann St, Baltimore, MD
A homey tavern, near the Inner Harbor, or microbrews and pub grub meals.
Pickles Pub
520 Washington Blvd, Baltimore, MD
This downtown bar near Camden Yards has better seats than if you went to the game.
Greene Turtle
722 S Broadway, Baltimore, MD
Everything you need for a night out: good food, cold beer and fun atmosphere.
Rogers Centre
Pre-Game Restaurants
East Side Mario's
151 Front W, Toronto, ON
Quality traditional Italian-American fare, moderate prices and a friendly atmosphere have made this one of Toronto's busiest restaurants.
Armadillo Texas Grill
146 Front W, Toronto, ON
Only a few blocks from SkyDome, this high-energy sports hangout is a fave for Blue Jays players and fans.
The Fish House Restaurant & Seafood Bar
144 Front St W, Toronto, ON
A seafood-specialty house with a Canadian twist.
Post-Game Hangouts
Wayne Gretzky's Restaurant
99 Blue Jays Way, Toronto, ON
The Great One's legacy lives on through this Broadway-style diner, bar and 3,000 square-foot rooftop patio.
Peel Pub
276 King W, Toronto, ON
Toronto's version of the Montreal institution sticks to its roots--keep it simple, keep it cheap and keep it Canadian.
Hard Rock Cafe
279 Yonge, Toronto, ON
Worship rock legends while dining on familiar American favorites.
Milwaukee's Grill, Tap & Bar
220 Adelaide St W, Toronto, ON
A sweet taste of the American South arrives north of the border.
TKO's: The Sports Pub
1600 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON
Fish-&-chips, ice-&-sticks--a mellow melting pot of seafood, sports...and suds.
Safeco Field
Pre-Game Restaurants
Dome Burger
111 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA
This Pioneer Square burger joint churns out dependable patties with plenty of carbs on the side.
Hole In the Wall Barbecue
215 James St, Seattle, WA
Feeding the barbecue-hungry just three hours a day.
Shea's Lounge
94 Pike St, Seattle, WA
The younger, single-er sister to Chez Shea.
Il Bistro
93 Pike St, Seattle, WA
This sexy dining grotto remains a top choice for Seattleites seeking excellent Italian fare.
Salumi
309 3rd Avenue South, Seattle, WA
The best deli in Seattle, offering home-cured meats and more.
Zeitgeist
171 S Jackson St, Seattle, WA
Seattle's most stylish coffeehouse keeps Pioneer Square buzzing.
F.X. McRory's
419 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA
Just a home run's distance away from the stadiums, this classic pub is a perfect joint for cheering on the home team.
Saigon Bistro
1032 S Jackson St Ste 202, Seattle, WA
Jackson Street is home to a slew of decent Vietnamese restaurants, but this plain, airy cafeteria is the best of the lot.
Post-Game Hangouts
Pyramid Alehouse
1201 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA
Ballgame or no, this alehouse satisfies with quality brews and grub.
Cowgirls
421 First Ave S, Seattle, WA
A dude-driven crowd moseys into this Pioneer Square theme bar for one wild ride.
Marcus' Martini Heaven
88 Yesler Wy, Seattle, WA
The martini culture thrives at this hip club under the streets of Pioneer Square.
Contour
807 1st Ave, Seattle, WA
A fair-weather patio and impromptu after-hours entertainment keep First Avenue's finest up past bedtime.
Central Saloon
207 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA
This historic saloon has been serving up good food and hard drinks since 1892.
Sluggers
539 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA
Hard-core fans eat, drink, get merry and pore over priceless Seattle sports memorabilia--all in the shadow of Seahawks Stadium.
Pioneer Square Saloon
77 Yesler Way, Seattle, WA
The classic atmosphere draws a young crowd to this Pioneer Square hot spot.
Tropicana Field
Pre-Game Restaurants
Bern's Steak House
1208 S Howard Ave, Tampa, FL
It may attract glamorous visitors and loyal locals, but the focus is firmly on the food.
Carmelita's Mexican Restaurant
5211 Park St N, St Petersburg, FL
Homemade delicacies with tongue-numbing spices.
The Globe Coffee Lounge
532 1st Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL
Trendy downtown St. Pete spot serves great homemade eats and other cultural delights.
Dan Marino's Town Tavern
121 2nd Ave N, St Petersburg, FL
A bit of style and class in the heart of downtown St. Petersburg.
Fred Fleming's Famous Barbecue
4351 4th St N, St Petersburg, FL
Messy barbecue in a pristine setting.
Ringside Cafe
2742 4th St N, St Petersburg, FL
A comfy, unpretentious spot that serves up down-home cooking and live blues.
Post-Game Hangouts
Extra Inning Ballpark Cafe
1850 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL
Veg out on sports, drink beer, order a full meal and cut up--all at the same time.
Ferg's Sports Bar & Grill
1320 Central Ave, St Petersburg, FL
There's plenty to fuel up on at this gas station-turned-sports bar.
Champions Sports Bar
700 S Florida Ave, Tampa, FL
Welcome to the sports-bar big time: big screens, big decorations and a big space.
Elmer's Sports Cafe
2003 E 7th Ave, Tampa, FL
An everyman's sports pub plus liquor store.
U.S. Cellular Field
Pre-Game Restaurants
The Chicago Firehouse
1401 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL
Classic, upscale American food stars in this warmly restored historic building in the South Loop.
Ferro's
200 W 31st St, Chicago, IL
Casual South-Side spot offers fast, inexpensive fare to a pre-Sox game crowd.
Pegasus Restaurant
130 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
This Greektown spot is famous for its rooftop cafe and its wide selection of seafood specialties.
Giordano's
730 N Rush St, Chicago, IL
Local favorite serves up great stuffed and thin-crust pizzas within a stone's throw of the Mag Mile.
Nuevo Leon Restaurant
1515 W 18th St, Chicago, IL
Dig into truly authentic Mexican food at this casual diner, a local favorite since 1962.
Penang
2201 S Wentworth, Chicago, IL
Hip, bustling Chinatown restaurant dazzles with great service and a lengthy Southeast Asian menu.
Post-Game Hangouts
Jimbo's
3258 S Princeton Ave, Chicago, IL
Sox-fan haven with uncomplicated brews and bites a stone's throw from Cell Field.
Puffer's
3356 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL
Neighborhood bar caters to Sox fans with good beer selection and cheap prices.
Fado Irish Pub
100 W Grand, Chicago, IL
Chicago outpost of a national bar franchise with over-the-top Celtic charm, including one of the best Guinness pours around.
Fulton Lounge
955 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL
The West Loop's newest hangout for the ex-fraternity set.
Miller's Pub & Restaurant
134 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL
A Loop fixture that has catered to the downtown crowd since 1935.
Bar Louie Dearborn Station
47 W Polk St, Chicago, IL
Stop in after the game and sip a signature martini on the patio.
Yankee Stadium
Pre-Game Restaurants
Charles' Southern Style Kitchen
2841 Frederick Douglass Blvd, New York, NY
Fried chicken and other delights dished out by the city's soul-food luminary.
Miss Maude's Spoonbread Too
547 Lenox Blvd, New York, NY
Soul food times two in the heart of Harlem.
Jimmy's Uptown
2207 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd, New York, NY
A trendy Harlem take on fine dining: foie gras, puffy jackets and the occasional two-way pager.
Sugar Hill Bistro
458 W 145th St, New York, NY
Comforting, classy home cooking in the heart of Harlem.
Sugar Shack
2611 8th Ave, New York, NY
Savor the sweet soul of this Strivers' Row eatery.
Post-Game Hangouts
The Warehouse
141 E 140th St, Bronx, NY
This Bronx bar cooks up a smoking dance party on weekends, along with a tempting fried chicken buffet.
Rhumba Lounge
396 E Tremont Ave, Bronx, NY
Ritmos calientes at a neighborhood hot spot.
Showman's
375 W 125th St, New York, NY
Appealing to tourists, but underground in spirit.
Time Out
349 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY
Big, dark, but intimate Upper West Side sports bar.
Park Avenue Country Club
381 Park Ave S, New York, NY
Large groups gather to get their game on at this upscale sports bar.
Park Avenue Country Club
381 Park Ave South, New York, NY
Large groups gather to get their game on at this upscale sports bar.
Joshua Tree
513 3rd Ave, New York, NY
Cure that frat-house withdrawal syndrome and relive your college-drinking days in a friendly environment.
ESPN Zone
1472 Broadway, New York, NY
For all the sports enthusiasts crowding Times Square, this is Shangri-La.
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