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A place · Bar · Midtown · on 1 of my list

Smithfield Hall.

Worth it, says Antonina. With its two bars and an impressive lineup of 26 TVs showcasing basketball, football, hockey, baseball, rugby, cricket, and track and field, this joint has all the makings of your new favorite hangout.

Antonina Pattiz
Antonina PattizI went myself · from my Best sports bars in New York
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Worth it
  • Address138 W 25th St, New York, NY 10001
  • From my guide, updated January 2024.

So, you had your heart set on catching a game at Madison Square Garden, but tickets are sold out or too pricey. No worries, just a few blocks away, you’ll find one of NYC’s top sports bars ready to step up to the plate: Smithfield Hall.

With its two bars and an impressive lineup of 26 TVs showcasing basketball, football, hockey, baseball, rugby, cricket, and track and field, this joint has all the makings of your new favorite hangout. While the bar shines with its extensive soccer coverage from global leagues, you won’t miss a beat of any game thanks to the multitude of screens.

And if outdoor viewing is more your style, Smithfield Hall has you covered with a heated seating area boasting eight additional TVs, making it the perfect spot to soak up summertime sports excitement!

Worth it, says Antonina. Been? Say if you agree.
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Smithfield Hall

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