Last updated September 18, 2026 · ranked from 5,245 Google reviews · How we rank
Choosing among sports bars in Ferndale, MI starts with what you want from the outing: a place to follow a particular game, somewhere to meet friends, or a stop that fits your schedule. This guide brings together six names to consider: One-Eyed Betty's, New Way Bar, Sneakers Pub, Danny's Irish Pub, Tony's Sports Bar, and Two Star.
Treat this “best Sports Bars in Ferndale, MI” list as a starting point rather than a ranking. The information provided does not establish which venue has the most screens, carries a particular sports package, or offers game-day specials. Those details matter, especially when your plans revolve around one matchup.
Before heading out, contact the places you're considering to confirm the broadcast, opening hours, and any seating arrangements. If you're bringing a group, ask whether everyone can sit together and whether reservations are available. Comparing those answers will help you choose a sports bar in Ferndale, MI based on your actual plans rather than assumptions about a name or reputation.
Top picks at a glance
1One-Eyed Betty'sOne-Eyed Betty's offers sports watching, a wide beer selection, burgers, pinball and trivia nights in Ferndale, MI.
2Tony's Sports BarTony's Sports Bar offers sports viewing, draft beer, bar games and happy-hour food and drinks in Ferndale, MI.
3New Way BarNew Way Bar offers sports watching, live bands, comedy, open-mike nights and karaoke in Ferndale, MI.
4.6(3,270)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 3270 reviews (Google rating)
Restaurant · $$ · Downtown Ferndale
Open now · closes 12:00 AM
A wide beer selection, burgers and sports watching put One-Eyed Betty's at rank 1, backed by a 4.6 Google rating from 3,270 reviews. At 175 W Troy St in Ferndale, MI, the bustling, casual bar serves food at the bar and offers happy-hour food and drinks. Pinball, arcade games and trivia night add options beyond the game. Groups can reserve ahead, outdoor seating is available, and the bar stays open until midnight every day.
Wide beer selection
Pinball and trivia
Happy-hour food
“This place is made by foodies for foodies. Mmmmm pork belly poutine, goat cheese and cranberry stuffed beer battered mushrooms, everything was so good my mouth is watering now just remembering it!”
4.4(248)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 248 reviews (Google rating)
Bar · $ · Woodward Corridor
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
Wood paneling and a casual, cozy setting give Tony's Sports Bar in Ferndale, MI an old-timey feel. It earns rank 2 with sports viewing, bar games, draft beer and food served at the bar, backed by a 4.4 Google rating from 248 reviews. Reviewers praise the burgers, patty melt and homemade soups, along with quick, friendly service. Happy-hour food and drinks, outdoor seating and free lot and street parking round out its practical appeal, and it stays open until 2 a.m. every day.
Sports viewing
Bar games
Happy-hour food and drinks
“Tony is here tonight. His burgers are 🔥. Come here if you're not a square 🤪 Monday night dealzzzz”
4.4(756)· Google4.4 out of 5 from 756 reviews (Google rating)
Live Music · $ · Woodward Corridor
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
A laid-back, old-fashioned setting and entertainment beyond sports put New Way Bar at No. 3. At 23130 Woodward Ave in Ferndale, MI, it offers sports watching alongside live bands, comedy, open-mike nights and karaoke. Beer, cocktails, happy-hour drinks and food served at the bar cover the basics, while arcade games give groups another way to spend time. Daily hours of 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., free lot and street parking, and a 4.4 Google rating from 756 reviews round out its case.
Sports watching
Arcade games
Open until 2
“I'VE BEEN THERE A BUNCH OF TIMES BEFORE WITH AND WITHOUT SECURITY THERE AND WITH DIFFERENT ONES
AND THE BARTENDER EVEN SEEN MY BAGS MORE THEN A COUPLE TIMES (NOT IN SAME DAY ALWAYS) AND I ASKED HIM IF I WAS OK WITH MY BAGS AND I INCLUDED…”
4.2(582)· Google4.2 out of 5 from 582 reviews (Google rating)
Bar · $ · Downtown Ferndale
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
Sports on TV, rotating taps and casual bar bites put Sneakers Pub at No. 4 among sports bars in Ferndale, MI. The Woodward Avenue pub offers a laid-back, cozy setting with food served at the bar, plus happy-hour food and drinks. Bar games and karaoke nights add options beyond watching sports, while outdoor seating gives groups another place to gather. It stays open until 2 a.m. daily and holds a 4.2 Google rating from 582 reviews.
Sports on TV
Rotating beer taps
Open until 2 a.m.
“Waited over 30 minutes not a hello, one moment, be right with you or anything. The bartender was chatting with others and served others who walked in after us. I would not come back here again!”
4.0(389)· Google4.0 out of 5 from 389 reviews (Google rating)
Bar · $ · Downtown Ferndale
Open now · closes 2:00 AM
Pinball, darts and an old-school pub setting give Danny’s Irish Pub its No. 5 appeal among sports bars in Ferndale, MI. At 22824 Woodward Ave, this longtime spot combines sports watching with bar games in a casual, cozy space suited to groups. Beer, cocktails and happy-hour drinks are available, along with basic bar fare. Daily closing time is 2 a.m., with 11 a.m. openings on Fridays and Saturdays. Its Google rating stands at 4 out of 5 from 389 reviews.
Pinball and darts
Happy-hour drinks
Open until 2 a.m.
“The drunk manager, gale, kicked me out while I was stone sober. She was drunk and, I guess, tried to do her job. It was just a sad equation of bad drunks being sad drunks. Dont make this bar a spot on ur route!”
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Comparison of the best Sports Bars in Ferndale, MI
4.0(389)4.0 out of 5 from 389 reviews (Google rating)
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Downtown Ferndale
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How we ranked this list
Each sports bar is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Ferndale category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
Which places are included in this sports bar guide for Ferndale, MI?
The list includes One-Eyed Betty's, New Way Bar, Sneakers Pub, Danny's Irish Pub, Tony's Sports Bar, and Two Star. No ranking among them is established by the provided information.
Which sports bar in Ferndale, MI will show my game?
Broadcast schedules and sports packages were not provided for any of the six places. Contact the venue with the specific matchup, date, and start time before making plans.
Do these sports bars in Ferndale, MI offer game-day specials?
No current food or drink specials were provided. Check directly with One-Eyed Betty's, New Way Bar, Sneakers Pub, Danny's Irish Pub, Tony's Sports Bar, or Two Star rather than assuming a promotion is available.
Which sports bars in Ferndale, MI can accommodate a group?
Seating capacity and reservation policies are not available in the supplied information. Ask your chosen venue about space for your group, seating together, and whether a reservation is needed.
Which of these sports bars in Ferndale, MI is open for an early or late game?
Opening hours were not provided for the listed venues. Confirm hours for the date of your visit, including whether the venue will remain open through the end of the game.
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