Damon's Tavern, Hartford

On any given night, Damon's Tavern is bound to be showing every patron's favorite sport. That's not just because the double-sided bar alone is outfitted with 43 high-definition TVs, but because each of the tavern's booths come with their own television, too. The TV setup has earned Damon's raves from Hartford Magazine, which named the tavern the Best Sports Bar in 2012 and 2013.

The tavern's dining options are equally praiseworthy. Its extensive menu includes upscale twists on bar food classics, from macaroni and cheese tossed with lobster and shrimp to house-roasted pulled pork topped with barbecue sauce and carolina vinegar slaw. Twenty-four draft beers complement hearty feasts, as can wines by the glass and bottle or classic cocktails like whiskey sour and tom collins.