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Back to school - U of M: Sports Bars

Wolverine fans should get their cheers at these venues near the Big House

Metromix
August 29, 2008

Back to school - U of M: Sports Bars
(Credit: Eric Seals/Detroit Free Press)

It's almost Fall, and in the Midwest that means football. As the University of Michigan Wolverines throw on the maize and blue with hopes (aha!) for a title run, they first have to to crush the Utes of Utah at the Big House Saturday. Whether its the home opener or throughout the season, Metromix has drawn up a few plays to score a cold one while showing your true colors. Go blue!

Brown Jug Restaurant

Brown Jug Restaurant

1204 S. University - Ann Arbor
734-761-3355

One of South University's long-standing stalwarts, the Brown Jug -- named after the annual trophy shared between the University of Minnesota and Michigan -- is a home-game hot spot

Touchdown Cafe

1220 S. University Ste 109 - Ann Arbor
734-665-7777

Not quite the Big House, but with a capacity of 360, this is one gigantic football love fest

Bar Louie Tavern & Grill

Bar Louie Tavern & Grill

401 E. Liberty - Ann Arbor
734-794-3000

A casual but cool atmosphere gives Bar Louie an urban feel. Stop in for oversized signature sandwiches, specialty cocktails and a variety of draft beers and wines. Retro lamp fixtures send a subtle glow off wood-paneled walls around plush circular booths until late in the evening. --Mary Masson

Blue Leprechaun

1220 S. University Ave. - Ann Arbor
734-665-7777

The Touchdown Cafe might have changed it's name, but its recipe for a great night out remains the same

Arena Sports Bar

Arena Sports Bar

203 E. Washington - Ann Arbor
734-222-9999

You won't pay a lot for drinks at the Arena Sports Bar

Score Keepers Sports Bar & Grill

310 Maynard - Ann Arbor
734-995-0100

Right in downtown Ann Arbor, Score Keeper's is jam-packed with college students every night of the week

Guy Hollerin's Sports Restaurant & Bar

Guy Hollerin's Sports Restaurant & Bar

3600 Plymouth Road - Ann Arbor
734-769-4323

Guy Hollerin's is a sports bar that really delivers

Bistro Bar & Grill

4735 Washtenaw - Ann Arbor
734-572-0912

Dubbed an upscale dining experience with a sports-bar, The Bistro Bar & Grill is the perfect place to watch any sporting event

Mitch's Place

1220 S. University - Ann Arbor
734-222-9209

This down-to-earth sports bar still scores major points with the college crowd

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