Blog

Where to Eat Before the Game… or Watch if You Didn’t Score a Ticket in Downtown West

POSTED ON October 9, 2025 BY Nadine Macandog

Not everyone makes it inside the arena, but that doesn’t mean you have to miss out. Whether you’re heading to Rogers Centre or Scotiabank Arena for a Jays, Leafs, or Raptors game (or a big concert) — or just want to soak up the energy nearby — Downtown West has you covered. From pre-game bites to bars with big screens showing all the action, here are the best spots to eat, drink, and cheer.

Steam Whistle Brewing

Right next to Rogers Centre, this Toronto landmark serves up fresh craft beer brewed on-site, plus hearty game-day eats like pretzels, sausages, and burgers.

Real Sports

Steps from Scotiabank Arena, Real Sports is Toronto’s go-to sports bar. With giant screens and a lively atmosphere, it’s the next best thing to being in the stands.

Fox on John

A pub with a buzzing vibe, Fox on John is perfect for wings, nachos, and pitchers with friends before heading to the arena.

Greta

A lively arcade bar with two floors of retro and modern games, plus a menu of shareable bites and craft cocktails. Ideal for groups looking to fuel up and have fun before the game — or to catch it on screen if you don’t have tickets.

Hoops Sports Bar & Grill

Casual, classic sports bar energy — plenty of TVs, affordable eats, and a crowd that’s always ready to cheer.

RendezViews

Can’t make it inside the stadium? Head to Toronto’s biggest patio to watch the game live on massive screens. With cocktail towers, buckets of beer, and game-day eats, the atmosphere is unbeatable.

Sportsnet Grill (inside Marriott City Centre)

Unique to Rogers Centre, you can dine with a direct view of the field — even if you don’t have tickets to the game.

The Pint

A classic Canadian sports bar with two floors, 40+ TVs, and a menu stacked with wings, burgers, and nachos. Perfect for groups who want to keep the game-day vibe going before heading to the arena.

Game days in Downtown West are about more than just the action on the field or court. Whether you’re grabbing a pre-game pint, sharing plates with friends, or catching the game on a big screen, the neighbourhood has a lineup of venues ready to make your night unforgettable.