Sports bars are known for their lively and entertaining atmosphere. They are a place for people with a common interest in all things sports related to gather around, but they are also a place any person can enjoy. When creating your sports bar, it is important to think of crowd-pleasing ideas that will keep patrons returning time and again.
Televisions
It is vitally important that your sports bar is fully equipped with flat screen televisions. Patrons will expect that the most popular games will be available for viewing on any night. They will also be looking for an experience they may not get in their homes, so it's important to use large, flat screen, high definition televisions or projector screens. Another idea is to set up smaller televisions in each booth that guests can set to any sports channel they want.
Sports Memorabilia
No sports bar is complete without some sports memorabilia. Signed jerseys or autographed pictures of sports legends are always common pieces and conversation starters. Framed photographs of stadiums or fields also fit in well. Another idea is to keep local teams in mind when you are decorating. Patrons will feel a special connection to photos or jerseys of local players they know. It will also give a warm, friendly community feel to your establishment. You may even want to sponsor local teams to show your love for sports at any level. Consider having a special meet and greet in which patrons can meet local heroes.
Games and Activities
If your customers love sports, they may also be the type of crowd that likes competing in them. Have a game area in your sports bar with pool tables, video games, a Foosball table and an air hockey table. An indoor basketball hoop game is sure to be a crowd pleaser as guests try to beat each others' top scores. You can also set up trivia video games at the bar. It is wise to seclude the game area a bit so that other guests can enjoy their experience just as much.
Your Own Twist
Before planning out exactly what your bar will look like, check out the local competition. See what other sports bars in your area are doing so you can decide how you will make yours stand out. Maybe your sports bar will be decorated with a specific sport in mind. For example, your floors could be designed to look like a basketball court and tabletops can look like basketballs. Perhaps your sports bar will have sections dedicated to different sports such as hockey, soccer, baseball, football and basketball. Guests can sit in a new area each time they visit.
Details
Remember to carry out the theme in even the most minor of details. Menu items can be named after athletes, stadiums or simply include sports terminology. Specials of the day can be linked to popular sports happenings from that day or week. Guests will love feeling that you're just as excited and into sports as they are. Make sure your employees are enthusiastic and up-to-date on scores as guests love chatting about how their favorite teams doing. Always have the day's newspaper sports section available.
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