The Ultimate 2026 March Madness Sports Bar and Restaurant Guide

Anything could happen during March Madness. Your beloved alma mater could get knocked out in the first round. You could call every upset for a perfect bracket. Some 11-seed Cinderella could make the Final Four. But one thing you can know for sure: where you should be spending game day. Whether you’re crossing the country to attend a crucial game, or you live in a host city and just want to join the action at a local sports bar, here are the must-visit restaurants and bars to hit between the first tip-off and the last buzzer beater. You can’t guarantee your team will win it all, but at least you’ll eat and drink well.