Where to watch the Champions League in Munich depends on your group size and style. You will find large projector screens at Champions Restaurant & Bar, an authentic football atmosphere at Stadion an der Schleißheimer Straße, and expat crowds at Kennedy's near Sendlinger Tor.

Which venue is for you

  • Best for giant screens and food: Champions Restaurant & Bar
  • Best for pure football culture: Stadion an der Schleißheimer Straße
  • Best for expats and English speakers: Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant
  • Best for a central location: Kilians Irish Pub
  • Best for craft beer and sofas: The Keg Bar

The Champions League is broadcast on DAZN and Amazon Prime Video in Germany. Matches start at 21:00 local time. Reserve your table at least three days before the game.

Champions Restaurant & Bar

This is the top pick for a classic American sports bar experience. Located in Schwabing, it features 12 flat screens and large projectors. It is a safe, spacious place for large groups.

  • Why go here: Excellent screen visibility from every seat and a dedicated gameday menu.
  • Good to know: You must book a table online ahead of time for big match nights.

Stadion an der Schleißheimer Straße

A legendary football pub in Schwabing-West with wall-to-wall memorabilia. It offers a passionate, authentic atmosphere for real fans.

  • Why go here: The crowd is loud, fun, and deeply invested in the game.
  • Good to know: It fills up extremely fast. Call them a week before a Bayern Munich match to get a seat.

Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant

A massive Irish pub located right at Sendlinger Tor. It draws a large international crowd and shows all major matches with English commentary.

  • Why go here: Great for expats looking to watch games safely with a diverse, friendly crowd.
  • Good to know: They serve food late, and the U-Bahn is right outside the door for an easy trip home.

Kilians Irish Pub

Situated behind the Frauenkirche at Frauenplatz, this pub is a Munich institution. It shares a space with Ned Kelly's and offers multiple screens.

  • Why go here: It is right in the city centre, making it perfect to meet friends after work.
  • Good to know: It gets very crowded, so arrive before 19:30 to grab a good spot near a screen.

The Keg Bar

Located in Schwabing, this bar swaps traditional wooden stools for comfortable sofas and lounge areas.

  • Why go here: You want to watch the match in comfort while drinking local craft beer.
  • Good to know: It is popular with local university students and expats. They do not take reservations for small groups on match days.

Shamrock Irish Pub

A cellar-like, brick-walled pub in Schwabing that comes alive on Champions League nights.

  • Why go here: It offers a cozy, intimate atmosphere where everyone feels involved in the match.
  • Good to know: Mobile phone reception can be poor inside the cellar.

Wirtshaus Zum Stiftl

A traditional Bavarian restaurant near the Viktualienmarkt that switches on multiple flat screens for big football nights.

  • Why go here: You want to eat local Bavarian food instead of burgers and wings during the game.
  • Good to know: The crowd is usually older and calmer than in the Irish pubs.

Scholars Lounge Irish Pub

A classic Irish pub near Marienplatz. It focuses heavily on sports and shows different games at once on separate screens.

  • Why go here: You want to watch a non-German team play, as they often show multiple matches.
  • Good to know: The volume is loud. It is not the place for quiet conversation.

Molly Malone's

A traditional, friendly Irish pub located in Haidhausen. It attracts a solid mix of locals and international visitors.

  • Why go here: A safe, welcoming environment with a great selection of draft beers.
  • Good to know: It is a short walk from the Rosenheimer Platz S-Bahn station, making transport easy.

Ned Kelly's Australian Bar

Connected to Kilians, this bar offers an Australian take on the sports pub. It has excellent sightlines to its screens.

  • Why go here: Great burgers and a fun, energetic crowd that mixes with the Kilians patrons.
  • Good to know: You can order food from both the Irish and Australian menus.

Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant is the safest bet for a fun, international atmosphere.