Watch Football on the Water in Tampa
The best place in Tampa to watch the game outdoors on the harbor.
Tampa's Outdoor Spot to Watch Every Game
Game day at Lower Deck is football the way Florida should do it. Outside, on the water, with a big screen projector on the deck and the bay breeze doing the work your air conditioning usually does. NFL and NCAA games play on the deck all season long, paired with cold drinks, fresh bites and open-air seating right on Harbour Island. No cover, no crowded sports bar, just the game on the water.
Game days fill the deck fast. VIP couch reservations strongly recommended.
Lower Deck Football Schedule
Catch every action-packed play this season right on the deck! From every single Tampa Bay Buccaneers matchup to Saturday’s biggest college football showdowns, we’re broadcasting all the games live. Interested in seeing what we are showing? Head over to our Instagram weekly to view our Big Screen Schedule.
What Game Day Looks Like on the Deck
Every game plays on a single large screen facing the water with full broadcast audio. You hear the calls, the crowd and the commentary from your seat. No muted patio televisions, no scanning ten screens to find your game.
Food and Drinks During the Game
Full menu service runs the entire game. Oysters, wings, sliders and shareable bites alongside craft cocktails, cold beer and wine, all delivered to your table without missing a drive.
Menu Highlights
- Fresh seafood and seasonal snacks built for sharing across a full afternoon of football
- Shareable plates that travel well around a couch and a coffee table
- A full menu that goes well past wings, though the deck knows its way around game day classics
Drink Highlights
- Cold beer, craft cocktails and frozen drinks made for an afternoon in the Florida sun
- Happy Hour specials that line up with weeknight kickoffs
- Waterfront sunset views that hit right around the two minute warning of the late games
Seating, Couches and Reservations
Deck seating is first come, first served, with tables, high tops and lounge couches facing the screen. VIP couches can be reserved in advance for the best sightlines to both the game and the bay.
Why Lower Deck Beats a Sports Bar
If you searched for a restaurant with TVs near you and landed here, this is what makes the deck different. The big screen projector. One large screen everyone can actually see, not a wall of small TVs competing for your attention Open-air waterfront seating. Harbour Island views, bay breeze and the game, all at once VIP couch reservations. Reserve a couch for your crew and claim the best seat on the deck before kickoff Room to spread out. Bring the group without squeezing into a booth Free parking and easy access. Minutes from Downtown Tampa, the Riverwalk and Water Street.
Bring the Group
Watching the game is better with a crowd. Parties of eight or more should book through group dining so we can set up the right space on the deck for your crew. Birthdays, fantasy league draft parties, tailgates before the drive to Raymond James, we can hold the space.
Game days are the busiest days on the deck and the best seats go early. VIP couch reservations are the surest way to lock in a waterfront view for kickoff.
Getting Here from Downtown Tampa
Lower Deck is at 601 S Harbour Island Blvd Suite 110, at the pier level of The Point on Harbour Island. Parking is available on the island and the TECO Line Streetcar drops within walking distance. Water Street, Sparkman Wharf and Amalie Arena are all a short walk away.
Lower Deck
601 S Harbour Island Blvd Suite 110, Tampa, FL 33602
Football at Lower Deck FAQs
Where can you watch football outdoors in Tampa?
Lower Deck shows football outdoors at the pier level on Harbour Island. The game plays on one large screen with the sound on across an open-air deck facing Tampa Bay, with tables, high tops and reservable lounge couches. Downtown Tampa sits directly across the water.
Does Lower Deck show NFL games?
Yes. Lower Deck shows one NFL game at a time on the big screen with full audio. Sunday afternoon and evening matchups run throughout the regular season, and the featured game is posted ahead of the week so you know what is playing before you arrive.
Does Lower Deck show college football?
Yes. College football plays on the deck on Saturdays during the season. One featured game runs at a time on the big screen with sound. Kickoff times and matchups are posted weekly.
Can you hear the game on the deck?
Yes. Every game plays with full broadcast audio on the deck, so you hear the play calling and the crowd from your seat. The screen is never run on mute.
Do I need a reservation to watch the game at Lower Deck?
Reservations are strongly recommended on game days. VIP couch reservations guarantee your group a spot on the deck before kickoff. Walk-ins are welcome but seating fills quickly for Bucs and Gators kickoffs.
Is there a cover charge to watch football at Lower Deck?
No. There is no cover charge to watch the game at Lower Deck. Seating is first come first served unless you book a VIP couch in advance.
How far is Lower Deck from Raymond James Stadium?
Lower Deck is about a ten minute drive from Raymond James Stadium on Harbour Island, just south of Downtown Tampa and the Riverwalk.
Can I bring a large group to watch the game?
Yes. Parties of eight or more should book through our Group Dining page so we can reserve the right space on the deck for your group.
Is Lower Deck a good spot to watch football with kids?
Yes. Lower Deck is an open-air waterfront restaurant with plenty of space, so families are welcome for daytime and early evening games.
What happens if it rains during the game?
The deck is open air, so viewing runs weather permitting. If weather moves in, same-day updates are posted on Instagram at @lowerdecktampa. Checking there before you head over is the fastest way to confirm.