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Where to Watch Tournament Games 

Don't have tickets to watch the NCAA Men's Basketball Championships games in person? Wichita has you covered. With a multitude of restaurants and sports bars with indoor and outdoor seating, you'll have no problem finding the perfect spot to experience the games on TV while enjoying drinks and delicious food. If you decide to venture a little further from the action to check out some of Wichita's attractions and museums. Plus, there are spots to watch televised sports throughout the city.  

 

TV's are on over empty high-top tables at B&C BBQ in Wichita

B&C Barbeque Pub and Grill

B&C Barbeque Pub and Grill is your headquarters for gameday if you love barbecue. Not only will you find plenty of big screens inside this former garage turned pub, but you will be absolutely amazed by the mouth-watering meats, scrumptious sides and over-the-top appetizers. Enjoy a barbecue buffet during lunch service, smoked prime rib on Friday and Saturday nights and a full bar.

The private dining room at The Depot is set up for guests

The Depot

Just a short walk from INTRUST Bank Arena, The Depot is a full-service restaurant featuring Wichita's tasty pizza, Ziggy's Pizza and local beer by Walnut River Brewing Co.

Sports bars near the Intrust Bank Arena

Emerson Biggins Old Town

Emerson Biggins Old Town has 30-plus HD TVs and three projectors on 100-inch screens. They also have an expansive menu featuring burgers, sandwiches, soups, salads, pizza, Mexican dishes and more, along with daily food and drink specials.

Three people enjoy drinks on the patio at Monarch

The Monarch

Located in the center of Wichita's historic Delano District, The Monarch offers multiple TVs for kicking back and watching sports or spacious patio to enjoy the sunshine while sipping a craft cocktail or savoring tasty food sure to satisfy every taste. 

Old Chicago Patio in Old Town

Old Chicago

Conveniently located in the heart of Old Town, Old Chicago offers plenty of TVs, lunch, dinner and late-night dining as well as 100 beers from around the world. 

 

 

Three patrons wear their WSU shirts while watching a game and eating at Pumphouse

Public & Brickyard

Savor farm-to-table fare at Public & Brickyard in the heart of Old Town. Multiple TVs located inside the restaurant and outside on the patio make it easy to enjoy games no matter the weather or season. Stick around after the basketball fun to enjoy live music at Brickyard, the city's premier outdoor music venue. 

Three patrons wear their WSU shirts while watching a game and eating at Pumphouse

Pumphouse

You’ll want to check out the oil change pit and lift that are still visible from this building’s days as a filling and service station. Weather-permitting, they’ll roll up the garage doors that create one of the biggest patios in Wichita. Known for burgers and pizzas, Pumphouse has nearly 100 TVs, including six outside on the patio and nine projection screens.

Two men high five at River City Brewery

River City Brewing Co. 

If you like craft beer, great food and TVs to catch all the games, River City Brewing Co. is your place. Located in the heart of Old Town near museums, shops and hotels, it's the perfect spot for adults and kids alike. 

 

The exterior of Solly & Jude's features a lit sign across from INTRUST Bank Arena

Solly & Jude's

Located just steps away from INTRUST Bank Arena and smack dab in the middle of all the Fan Fest action, Solly & Jude's offers a variety of delicious sandwiches, selection of tater tots, TVs and full bar.