Looking for where to catch the largest games of 2025 with great food, beverages, and a vibrant atmosphere? Look no further than Time Out Sports Tavern, one of the best Downtown San Diego sports bars known for its unbeatable atmosphere and no-cover entry for significant events. This is where true sports fans gather for an unforgettable game-day experience.
Planning to be in town for Comic-Con San Diego 2025 (July 24–27)? This is the best place for your pre-and post-convention hangout!
Prime Location for Sports and More
Nestled in the heart of Downtown San Diego, our sports bar is conveniently located for locals and visitors alike. It’s mere minutes from Petco Park, where the San Diego Padres play, and within walking distance of historic nightlife and entertainment hotspots.
Whether you’re strolling in from Comic-Con, a baseball game, or just out searching for some sounds and sights of the Gaslamp Quarter, this is the most convenient pit stop for cold beverages and hot sporting action.
No-Cover, All Fun: A San Diego Sports Bar Rarity
While many venues charge hefty cover fees during major sporting events, we proudly offer a no-cover policy. That’s right—enjoy your favorite teams and players without spending a dime on entry.
Whether it’s game day, fight night, or just another lively night out, you’ll find affordability without compromising the experience.
Game-Changing Food and Drinks
This place is renowned not just for sports. Its tasty menu and extensive drink menu have captured the heart of a foodie. Juicy burgers and crunch wings, fresh green salads, and shareable appetizers—there’s something here for everyone.
Do not miss our craft cocktails, seasonal draft beers, and best happy hour deals in San Diego. It’s one more excellent reason to get here early and stay late.
Epic Sports Viewing Setup
With giant HD TVs and deep surround sound, we ensure you’ll never miss a second of the action. Every seat is a good seat, so it’s the place to be to watch national and international sporting events with like-minded enthusiasts.
It’s a basketball fan bar, a football fan bar, a racing fan bar, and even a mixed martial arts fan bar, with high-energy, top-quality viewing.
Planning a Party or Special Event?
If you’re hosting a birthday, bachelor’s, or corporate bash, we are one of the top party venues in San Diego. Featuring diverse spaces, private menus, and friendly staff, we can help you have a stress-free event without sacrificing all the sports action.
UFC 316, 317 & 318: Watch the Biggest Fights Live
MMA fans, get ready—UFC 316, 317, and 318 are coming in hot, and Time Out Sports Tavern is your front-row seat to all of it.
- UFC 316 – June 29, 2025: This one will be stacked with a possible title card and up-and-coming stars.
- UFC 317 – July 27, 2025: Following directly on the heels of Comic-Con weekend, this one’s gonna be a sold-out bar and crazy fan vibe.
- UFC 318 – August 30, 2025: With the summer wrapping up, the octagon kicks it into high gear with some of the most exciting matchups of the year.
No Pay-Per-View required—just roll on by, have a drink, and enjoy the action with a crowd that lives this stuff.
Coming Up: Sporting Events to Watch at Our Sports Bar
NBA Finals – June 2025
Watch the best teams in the league battle it out for the championship trophy. Our energy from our fans during basketball games can’t be found anywhere else in the area.
NHL Stanley Cup Finals – June 2025
Witness every face-off and goal on the huge screens. Die-hard hockey fan or an occasional hockey watcher, each game night at the Tavern leaps off the screen.
US Open (Golf) – June 12–15, 2025
Enjoy a pint and watch the world’s best golfers tee off for one of the sport’s most prized titles.
Belmont Stakes – June 7, 2025
The third and final of horse racing’s Triple Crown gems. Who will take the crown? Join the party and find out.
Wimbledon – June 30–July 13, 2025
There’s no substitute for watching a cocktail while Centre Court classics play out on television.
MLB All-Star Game – July 15, 2025
Cheer on America’s favorite pastime with good grub and deafening crowds. The All-Star Game bash is a summer keepsake.
The Open Championship – July 17–20, 2025
Watch golf immortals battle the weather and themselves in this iconic British major.
US Open – Aug 25–Sep 7, 2025
Be surrounded by thrilling rallies and match points up close from New York City on Time Out’s huge screens.
NFL Regular Season Kickoff – September 2025
Get your fantasy team ready and be in the middle of the action of the new NFL season. Time Out is the Downtown San Diego Sports Bar of choice for Sunday game-day excitement.
MLB World Series – October 2025
When the playoffs begin, our bar is the perfect spot to watch each inning with other baseball enthusiasts.
NASCAR Cup Series – Throughout the Year
For car racing fans, Time Out Sports Tavern televises the largest NASCAR races. Revving engines and even more vocal cheers are guaranteed.
A Friendly, Welcoming Environment
From sports fanatics to social pub regulars, we have something for you. The diverse crowd and friendly atmosphere are a place where you fit in. If you’re there for the game, the beer, the food, or the friendship, you’ll never be an outsider.
Conclusion
Don’t miss a Moment—Enjoy your favourite beer. Whether you’re in town for Comic-Con, a Padres game, or simply in need of the best Downtown San Diego Happy Hour, Time Out Sports Tavern is the heartbeat of the local sports scene.
With a no-cover policy, outstanding food and drinks, and an unrivaled viewing setup, there’s no better place to celebrate the games that bring us together.