Fall is right around the corner, and it brings with it football season. One of the best fall traditions is gathering friends, grabbing some food, and cheering on your favorite team. When you are looking for a wall of big screens, a plate piled high with wings, and a lively crowd to celebrate every touchdown, this list of local sports bars is ready for game day.

KICKBACK JACK'S
5081 Morganton Rd.
910-223-7676
www.kbjacks.com
Kickback Jack's is a lively, contemporary neighborhood sports tavern and grill that is designed specifically for game-day viewing and social gatherings. They cover NFL Sunday games, college football, NBA, college basketball, MLB, NHL hockey and NASCAR. With their large-screen, high-definition TVs that are strategically placed throughout the entire dining area, you won't miss any of the action.
They also offer a full menu that features classic game-day food including scratch-made wings, burgers, pizzas and seafood, with over 20 beers on tap and local craft brews.

BUBBA'S 33
500 Westwood Shopping Ctr.
910-223-2601
www.bubbas33.com
Bubba's 33 is a high-energy, family-friendly sports restaurant known for its scratch-made comfort food and sports viewing setup. The restaurant is a spacious, open-concept design that caters to sports enthusiasts, families and large groups. Dozens of large-screen TVs line every wall while broadcasting everything from NFL games to college football and other regional sports.
A dedicated dining room is set up for families, with an energetic sports bar area with a full-service bar. Their food menu pairs perfectly with any sport and features fresh ingredients made in-house, including beef burgers, hand-tossed pizzas, wings and seasoned fries. An expansive draft and cocktail selection complements your meal with a wide range of ice-cold beers on tap, as well as signature cocktails.

MAC'S SPEED SHOP
482 N. McPherson Church Rd.
910-354-2590
www.macspeedshop.com
Mac's Speed Shop is the place to go for slow-smoked barbecue, craft beer, and to watch live sports. Mac's doesn't feel like a typical sports bar, offering a high-energy, open-air environment with plenty of TV screens and top-tier comfort food.
Whether you sit in the main indoor bar area or choose to sit in the spacious outdoor patio, you won't miss any game action on the multiple large flat-screens that are strategically placed in both areas. The menu goes well beyond your standard pub grub and features award-winning pulled pork, brisket, wings and burgers.
They also feature a dozen local and regional craft beers on tap, domestic favorites, drink specials, and signature cocktails.

NOVA RESTAURANT & SPORTS BAR
5900 Yadkin Rd.
910-868-5559
www.novarestaurantfay.com
Nova is a casual neighborhood sports lounge that offers a relaxed hangout space that is focused on watching sports, interactive games, and nightlife. Their multi-purpose environment blends classic sports bar amenities with lounge entertainment.
There are several large flat-screen TVs set up around the bar and seating areas for prime sports viewing. The space also includes pool tables, music, and a dedicated cigar lounge area. Their menu serves all the great sports bar staples, including wings, burgers, and sandwiches.

TWIN PEAKS
1891 Skibo Rd.
910-500-6090
www.twinpeaksrestaurant.com
Twin Peaks is a sports lodge designed with sports fans in mind. It features a warm, cabin-inspired atmosphere paired with immersive game-day viewing setups, set up so that every seat in the house has a great sightline to live sports.
Dozens of high-definition flat-screen TVS stream all the major sports, including NFL, college football, NBA, fight nights, and racing. Enjoy the game with a draft beer poured into a 29-degree ice-cold frosted mug. Their menu offers beloved comfort food such as wings, burgers, smoked meats, flatbreads and other shareable game-day appetizers.

CAROLINA ALE HOUSE
161 Glensford Dr.
910-860-1114
www.carolinaalehouse.com
Carolina Ale House designs an extensive audio-visual setup with a spacious layout built especially for live sports entertainment. Featuring over 50 high-definition TVs throughout the venue, ensuring great game visibility from every table, booth, and seat. There is a main dining room, expansive bar, and an open-air patio area.
Their diverse tap and beverage selection includes over 60 beers, both national brands and regional craft brews, and local North Carolina favorites. The game day menu includes sports bar staples, including jumbo wings, craft burgers, pizza and other shareable appetizers.

GROUP THERAPY PUB & PLAYGROUND
1906 Skibo Rd., Ste B
910-222-7574
www.grouptherapy.fun/fayetteville
Group Therapy Pub & Playground combines sports viewing with interactive entertainment in their multi-zone sports setup. Their outdoor courtyard and patio area features a large projection screen used for major game-day watch parties, including NFL games and championship events.
Inside, the central bar area is surrounded by high-definition flat-screen TVs that stream major sports broadcasts and game feeds. Group Therapy's menu is perfect for game viewing and sharing, featuring shareable appetizers, burgers and other handheld snacks. The highlight of their beverage setup is a 36-tap pour-your-own tap wall. You can pay by the ounce or pour sample sizes or full pints of craft beer, ciders or domestic beer.

RUDINO'S PIZZA & GRINDERS
3350 S. Peak Dr., Hope Mills
910-423-5555
https://rudinos.com/
Rudino's Pizza and Grinders is located beside the Millstone 14 theatre in Hope Mills and is known for its relaxed, welcoming game-day environment. Built as a hybrid family restaurant and casual sports tavern, it is a great laid-back venue to watch live sports.
The main sports bar and dining room are surrounded by high-definition screens that broadcast NFL matchups and regional sports. Their outdoor patio is also a great hangout on game day. Their menu does not disappoint with oven-baked grinders, pizza, calzones and wings. Their beverage selection includes draft beers on tap from regional craft breweries, domestic brews, and seasonal selections. Cocktails and wine options are also available.

HALFTIME HANGOUT SPORTS BAR
2080 Club Pond Rd., Raeford
910-248-6141
www.halftimehangoutsportsbar.com/
Halftime Hangout Sports Bar is a veteran-owned, family-operated neighborhood sports restaurant designed to bring a dedicated game-day go-to. The venue provides a fan-friendly environment with flat-screen TVs broadcasting major live games and watch-party events. Their kitchen features classic sports bar staples, elevated with a signature Louisiana-style flavor, including gumbo, catfish and Po' Boys.
They serve a full selection of cold beer on tap, craft cocktails, and game-day recipes designed to pair perfectly with their food.