5 fan-friendly hangouts to watch Browns, Bengals games in Dayton

The Ohio State Buckeyes might receive the majority of fan's attention in the state of Ohio, but when it comes to the pro ranks, the Cleveland Browns and Cincinnati Bengals take center stage.

And if you’d rather catch the action surrounded by some of the rowdiest Bengals and Browns fans in the Gem City, here’s a few places around Dayton to catch the game:

Tickets
7 W. Main St., Fairborn
Website| Facebook | Call (937) 878-9022

Why it rates: A lengthy menu featuring Greek specialties (gyros, feta steak, souvlaki, Greek hot and cold plates, for starters) plus a fully-stocked bar that's ready to serve any specialty drink you want. Owned and operated by the Zavakos family from Petrina, Greece since 1990. Plenty of TVs to ensure you don't miss a snap.

What people are saying: "This is my favorite little hole in the wall, Dive bar. The food is of the highest quality, and the service has always been fantastic." (Jade Lowrey, Facebook)

Clancy's Tavern
5514 Burkhardt Road, Dayton
Website | Facebook | Call (937) 256-9333

Why it rates: A big-screen projector, a healthy offering of burgers, sandwiches, appetizers and dinners, plus 27 different draft beers, equals a fun local spot to catch the game. Clancy's will be running a buckets special during the game.

Game-day Specials: Aluminum Bud and Bud Light bottles are 5 for $12.50. Amaretto Sours are the drink of the day ($3.50).  

What people are saying: "A great place to gather with fellow Bengals fans. Lots of good eats and good times. It's not only a great place to watch the game, but also a good place to watch other games, too!" (Ken Hallum, Bengals.com/fanzone)

Tuty's Bar & Grill
3982 Colonel Glenn Hwy, Fairborn
Facebook | Call (937) 426-4266

Why it rates: A popular establishment among the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Wright State University and Fairborn communities, Tuty's is the place to be, especially if you're a Browns fan. Visit its Facebook for drink and food specials that are posted to the wall.

What people are saying: "
Great atmosphere! Other than it being a Browns establishment, Who Dey!!!! In all seriousness I had the pleasure of enjoying an order of perfectly cooked traditional hot wings alongside a delicious Dogfish Head 61 IPA. The wings arrived at just the right temperature to compliment the ice cold & crispy imperial pale ale." (Abril Cardell, Google Reviews)

Patterson Pub
970 Patterson Road, Dayton
Facebook | Call (937) 296-9476

Why it rates: Located near the heart of Oakwood, Patterson Pub is a close-knit neighborhood bar that welcomes Browns fans with open arms.

What people are saying: "Best bar In Belmont. Awesome bartenders, friendly regulars. If you live in this hood and haven't stopped by you're missing out." (Mindy Helton, Facebook)

Caddy's Tap House
2670 Towne Dr., Beavercreek
Website | Facebook | Call (937) 431-0240

Why it rates: Nothing beats watching football with a cold beer in your hand, and at Caddy's Tap House, you'll 47 (that's right, 47) tap beers to choose from, including local favorites like Warped Wing and Yellow Springs Brewery.  

Game-day Specials: $5.49 cheeseburger with fries and soda, $4 Jaegerbombs, $4.49 Long Island Ice Teas, $2.29 small domestic and bottled beers, $3.29 large domestic and bottled beers, $2.50 house wines and $4 craft beers.

What people are saying: "Usually when you go out to eat the drinks are good but the food isn't, or vice versa. My friends and I ate and had some drinks, and everything tasted amazing and was affordable. Plus our waitress was hilarious and on top of her game. Would totally come back again." (Austin Tolson, Facebook) 

Other places to consider:

  • Fricker's (multiple locations) 
  • Buffalo Wild Wings (multiple locations) 
  • Bolts Sports Café, 910 S. Main St., Englewood, (937) 836-6634
  • Bar Louie, 4492 Glengarry Drive at The Greene in Beavercreek, (937) 427-3900 
  • Little York Tavern, 4120 Little York Road, Vandalia, (937) 890-6700 
  • T.J. Chumps (multiple locations) 
  • Hooters, 6851 Miller Lane, (937) 890-0467 
  • Wings Sports Bar and Grille, 7902 N. Dixie Drive, Vandalia, (937) 898-0280 
  • Milano's (multiple locations)
  • Bunkers, 893 E. National Road, Vandalia, (937) 890-8899

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