The Best Spots to Watch Women’s Basketball Around the DMV 

Where to catch the action

Establishments listed not affiliated with the Washington Mystics

  • “Huge beer garden with lots of seating” 

  • “Good deals” 

  • “TVs everywhere” 

Wunder Garten

1101 First St NE Washington, DC

  • “It’s got such a cool vibe, especially thanks to the old Metro car. I also really like their cocktails & super friendly bartenders.” 

  • “Always has women’s sports on the TVs” 

metrobar

640 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC

  • “Centrally located to U Street” 

  • “Multiple levels with multiple sports games going on at once” 

V14 Street Lounge

2100 14th St NW, Washington, DC

  • “Space is huge; but get there early for a good seat” 

  • “Truly for DC teams” 

Franklin Hall

1348 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC

  • “Tons of TVs and a big LED wall – no bad seat” 

  • “Fans really get into the games here” 

  • “Great place to hang out with friends” 

  • “Love the pop-a-shot and great happy hour specials”

Sports & Social

DC: 1314 U St NW, Washington, DC  
MD: Pike & Rose, 11800 Grand Park Ave, North Bethesda MD

  • “New darts bar in DC” 

  • “The game is always on, but also a fun place to hang out”

Flight Club D.C.

641 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC

  • “Games on TV, but also arcades, cornhole, and shuffleboard” 

  • “Love the craft beer selection here” 

Penn Social

801 E St NW, Washington, DC

  • Hosts multiple university alumni associations—Hokies, Huskies, Hawkeyes and Buckeyes, plus many more  

  • “Staff is super friendly” 

  • “Yum. Solid pub food”

Crystal City Sports Pub

529 23rd St. S., Arlington, VA

  • “Lots of really good food options and kitchen stays open late” 

  • “Cider & giant pretzels!” 

  • “I like bringing my dog” 

  • “Cool little beer garden with TVs both inside and out” 

Midlands DC

3333 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC

  • Owned and operated by Mystics fans 

  • Women-owned; LGBTQ+ owned 

  • Dog friendly 

  • Family friendly 

  • Vegan & Gluten-Free Options 

as you are bar

500 8th St. SE, Washington DC

Whether you're rallying behind the Mystics, cheering on your favorite college team, or just soaking up the energy of basketball season, the DMV has no shortage of great spots to catch women’s hoops. Mystics editors and fans shared their favorite go-to bars and hangouts—and now we're passing them on to you.

Here's where you’ll find good food, great vibes, and the game on TV. 

The Best Spots to Watch Women’s Basketball Around the DMV 

Where to catch the action
  • “Space is huge; but get there early for a good seat” 

  • “Truly for DC teams” 

Franklin Hall

1348 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC

  • “Games on TV, but also arcades, cornhole, and shuffleboard” 

  • “Love the craft beer selection here” 

Penn Social

801 E St NW, Washington, DC

  • Owned and operated by Mystics fans 

  • Women-owned; LGBTQ+ owned 

  • Dog friendly 

  • Family friendly 

  • Vegan & Gluten-Free Options 

as you are bar

500 8th St. SE, Washington DC

  • “Lots of really good food options and kitchen stays open late” 

  • “Cider & giant pretzels!” 

  • “I like bringing my dog” 

  • “Cool little beer garden with TVs both inside and out” 

Midlands DC

3333 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC

  • “New darts bar in DC” 

  • “The game is always on, but also a fun place to hang out”

Flight Club D.C.

641 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC

  • Hosts multiple university alumni associations—Hokies, Huskies, Hawkeyes and Buckeyes, plus many more  

  • “Staff is super friendly” 

  • “Yum. Solid pub food”

Crystal City Sports Pub

529 23rd St. S., Arlington, VA

  • “Tons of TVs and a big LED wall – no bad seat” 

  • “Fans really get into the games here” 

  • “Great place to hang out with friends” 

  • “Love the pop-a-shot and great happy hour specials”

Sports & Social

DC: 1314 U St NW, Washington, DC  
MD: Pike & Rose, 11800 Grand Park Ave, North Bethesda MD

  • “Centrally located to U Street” 

  • “Multiple levels with multiple sports games going on at once” 

V14 Street Lounge

2100 14th St NW, Washington, DC

  • “It’s got such a cool vibe, especially thanks to the old Metro car. I also really like their cocktails & super friendly bartenders.” 

  • “Always has women’s sports on the TVs” 

metrobar

640 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC

  • “Huge beer garden with lots of seating” 

  • “Good deals” 

  • “TVs everywhere” 

Wunder Garten

1101 First St NE Washington, DC

Whether you're rallying behind the Mystics, cheering on your favorite college team, or just soaking up the energy of basketball season, the DMV has no shortage of great spots to catch women’s hoops. Mystics editors and fans shared their favorite go-to bars and hangouts—and now we're passing them on to you.

Here's where you’ll find good food, great vibes, and the game on TV. 

Establishments listed not affiliated with the Washington Mystics

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