Best Places to watch NFL in Bangkok: Top Sports Bars
Watching NFL Football Live in Bangkok: Everything You Need to Know
Bangkok has a vibrant expat and sports bar scene, making it easy to catch NFL games live, though due to the 12-hour time difference with US Eastern Time (Bangkok is ahead), most Sunday games air early morning (e.g., 1 AM ET = 1 PM BKK, but prime-time like Sunday Night Football at 8:20 AM BKK). Popular channels include ESPN, NFL Network, and local providers like TrueVisions or AIS. Many bars open early for big games/playoffs/Super Bowl. Here’s a breakdown based on current info (as of 2025; always check schedules via bar Facebook or apps like TrueVisions).
The NFL Super Bowl is on Sunday 14th February 2027.
Top Sports Bars in Bangkok for NFL
These bars have NFL Game Pass, multiple screens, and confirm showing games (including playoffs/Super Bowl). I selected 5 top ones from reliable sources.
Viva Sports Bar
Lively outdoor side tables packed with people enjoying cold beers and pub food at Viva Sports Bar – the popular sports bar just steps from Nana BTS on Soi 8 Sukhumvit, Bangkok.
Multiple large TV screens showing live international sports like EPL, NRL, and UFC – the lively interior at this popular sports bar just minutes from Nana BTS on Soi 8 Sukhumvit, Bangkok.
Location and Map link
Soi 8 Sukumvit – Nana BTS – 2 mins walk
Restaurant type
Great sports bar with open sides with plenty of fresh air. Great food mix of Western and Thai.
Food Highlights at Viva Sports Bar
Excellent food – i’ve been here a few times – very good Chicken Cashew with rice. Average price for a beer is around 100–180 THB.
The Sportsman Bar
Location and Map link
Soi 13 Sukhumvit – Nana BTS – 3 mins walk
Restaurant type
The largest sports bars in Bangkok – plenty of TV screens and pool tables.
Food Highlights at The Sportsman
Western pub grub and Thai dishes; popular: Sunday roast carvery (meats with veggies/gravy), fish & chips, burgers. Beer prices 175–220 (e.g., Carlsberg pint 175, Tetley’s 220; deals available).
The Clubhouse Sports Barn & Grill
Location and Map link
Soi 23 Sukhumvit – just down from Soi Cowboy
Asok BTS / Sukhumvit MRT 3 mins walk
Restaurant type
Great sports bar, indoor or outdoor dining with plenty of large TV screens – excellent food menu. Beer prices 150–220 (e.g., Carlsberg pint 175, import beers 150–220; cocktail deals 100)
Food Highlights at The Clubhouse
Western pub meals and Thai; popular: Fish & chips, half-price burgers (Tuesdays), Sunday roast.
I recommend the English Breakfasts.
The Game Sports Bar
Location and Map link
Sukhumvit Road direclty under Nana BTS – 1 mins walk
Restaurant type
American Sports Bar – Average price for a beer is around 110–150 THB for a local bottled or draft beer (e.g., Singha, Leo, Heineken, or Chang)
Food Highlights at The Game
American bar food, burgers, nachos, pizza – I recommend the Cheese Burger.
Red Lion British Pub
Location and Map link
Soi 13 Sukhumvit – Nana BTS – 3 mins walk – opposite Hyatt Regency
Restaurant type
Small British style pub – Average price for a beer is around 100–180 THB
Food Highlights at Red Lion
Great British Pub food – Baht Buster breakfast for 150 Baht.
Hooters Bangkok
Location and Map link
Sukhumvit Soi 4 7 minutes walk from Nana BTS Statiion
Restaurant type
American chain with big screens; good for NFL alongside NBA.
Food Highlights at Hooters
Wings, burgers; fun vibe.
ld English – Thong Lor
Location and Map link
Sukhumvit Road between Soi 53-55
(The pub is located directly under Thong Lor BTS station)
Restaurant type
Proper English Pub Establish 2018 – Cheapest beers in Bangkok. Great pub grub, food and large TV screens – 45 Thb Pint of Leo (mornings). Happy hour from open to 7pm. 1 pool table at the back of the bar.
Food Highlights at Old English
Pie & Mash 375 Baht, Bangers and Mash 325 Baht, Shepards Pie 495 Baht, Happy Hour from Open until 7pm.
| Name | Location (Closest BTS/MRT) | Food Served (2-3 Popular Dishes) | Average Beer Price (THB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sport Corner Sports Bar | Asoke BTS | A mix of Western pub grub and Thai favorites, with standout items like excellent pizzas, juicy burgers, and chicken wings. | Beer prices are considered reasonable and affordable |
| Tenderloins Sports Bar and Steakhouse | Phrom Phong BTS Soi 33 Sukhumvit | Steaks and pub fare; popular: Grilled steaks, BBQ ribs, homemade beef burgers. | 80–150 (local beers; imported higher) |
| Buddy’s Bar & Grill | On Nut BTS Soi 89 Sukhumvit | American-style comfort food and Thai; popular: Juicy burgers, chicken wings, pizzasm hot dogs. | 80–150 (local draught like Singha/Leo; happy hour deals) |
Tips for bars: Reserve for playoffs/Super Bowl as they fill up. Most have 10+ TVs/projectors, happy hours, and open early (e.g., 7–8 AM for games). Check Facebook for event confirmations.Hotels with Sports Channels Showing NFL
Many 5-star hotels in Bangkok have ESPN, NFL Network, or TrueVisions sports packages (which often include NFL). Top options:
- JW Marriott Bangkok (Sukhumvit Soi 2, near Phloen Chit/Nana BTS): In-room TVs with ESPN, NFL Network, Fox Sports; confirmed NFL access hotelplanner.com.
- Shangri-La Bangkok (Riverside, near Saphan Taksin BTS): Cable includes ESPN via Star TV; great for live sports flyertalk.com +1.
- Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit (Sukhumvit, near Asok BTS): ESPN in rooms; on-site bar often shows games flyertalk.com.
- Others like Dusit Thani or Chatrium: Often have True Sports channels for NFL. Always confirm with the hotel upon booking, as packages vary.
Streaming NFL Live on Your Own Device in Thailand
You can stream NFL legally in Thailand with these options (VPN often needed for geo-blocks):
- AIS PLAY: Official NFL Season Pass (every game live/replay) for ~500–1,000 THB/season; available on app/smart TV ais.th +1.
- DAZN NFL Game Pass: Streams 230+ games live/on-demand (~$99–199/year International Pass); works in Thailand dazn.com +1.
- Paramount+ / ESPN+ / Amazon Prime Video: For select games (e.g., Thursday Night on Prime); use VPN (e.g., ExpressVPN) to US server to bypass blocks reddit.com +1.
- TrueVisions / FuboTV / IPTV: Cable apps or services with NFL; Fubo needs VPN facebook.com +1. Avoid illegal streams for safety. Super Bowl often on TrueVisions or free-to-air like Channel 8.
For more, check NFL.com international viewing or bar websites. Enjoy the games!
Last updated 30th August 2026
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