Best Sports Bar Central Restaurants in Murray Hill
3 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Blue Haven East
Modern sports bar known for wings, nachos, and rotating drafts.
Notable Picks
8.5
Vibes:
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Happy Hour Hotspots
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Blue Haven East blurs the line between sports bar and gastropub, pairing a deep craft beer list with wings and oversized nachos that are local staples. It’s a go-to in Kips Bay for watching big games with shareable plates that are heavier on comfort than frills.
Must-Try Dishes:
Buffalo Wings, Cheesy Loaded Nachos, BBQ Pulled-Pork Tacos
What makes it special: Modern sports bar known for wings, nachos, and rotating drafts.
8.3
The Flying Cock is a lively Murray Hill bar where truffle parmesan fries, house-cut fries, and sweet potato fries are headliners alongside brunch plates and burgers. It’s the kind of place where fries are not just a side, but a centerpiece snack to share over cocktails, sports, and long happy hours.
Must-Try Dishes:
Truffle Parmesan Fries, House Cut Fries, Sweet Potato Fries
What makes it special: Sports-and-brunch bar where multiple styles of fries pair with long happy hours.
8.3
Dan & John’s focuses tightly on wings, offering multiple sauces, crisp skin, and straightforward sides in a compact Kips Bay space. It’s more about dialing in your preferred flavor and heat level than lingering, with counter seating and TVs for quick, wing-first sessions.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sweet Chili Wings, Insane Buffalo Wings, Crispy Tater Tots
What makes it special: Wing-focused shop where nearly every order centers on sauce and crispness.