At GOATs Arena Sports Bar & Grill in Fairview, game day spills across two floors, onto dozens of TVs, and through three separate audio zones. Texas Rangers fans can cheer in one section, while Dallas Cowboys supporters listen to their game steps away.
“It’s one of the things that sets us apart,” says Bella Becerra, general manager. “We can play three audios at the same time, which means no one has to miss their game.”
Opened in late 2023, the Fairview location is the second for the locally owned sports bar, following its original Frisco site. The sports bar aims to take the energy and atmosphere felt inside a game day stadium and recreate it with all the comforts of a restaurant setting—meaning there’s no need to wait for a play to end to get another round.
The sports bar also routinely plays the highly coveted UFC fight nights for patrons looking for a place to watch the event and grab a bite to eat.
However, the draw goes beyond the screens and sports schedules.
GOATs has carved out a place as a gathering spot for the Fairview and Allen communities. Regulars range from business leaders holding quiet weekday lunches to families with kids taking advantage of the nearby playground. Becerra says weekday mornings are often filled with networking groups, while weekends bring in alumni decked out in school colors, cheering side by side with neighbors.
That sense of connection extends to the local teams. High school playoff games, championship runs, and even student-athlete milestones have been streamed on the big screens, including Becerra’s own daughter’s wrestling match when she qualified for state.
“Texas teams are usually the ones that will bring the most crowd,” says Becerra. “We also support local sports, and we’re happy to play games for any parents or family members who are not able to be there.”
“We want people to feel comfortable and at home here,” Becerra adds. “This is a place for the community.”
The food at GOATs matches the high-energy atmosphere, with game-day staples like “dirty” nachos piled high with fresh jalapeños, cheese, and veggies. For those looking for something more elevated, lamb lollipops often surprise guests with their fine-dining quality. However, the undisputed star is the wings.
“Our wings are the best,” says Bacerra. “We put a lot of love and pride into our wings, and they are hands down the most popular item. The secret to our wings is the whole process…we marinate them for 10 hours before putting them in the fryer.”
Behind the bar, GOATs boasts 64 beers on tap to cater to draft lovers, while cocktails like the hibiscus-infused “Tight Leggings” martini draw a loyal following. During the week, the sports bar has happy hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., where patrons can score $2.99 domestic beers and $5 wells.
Recently, GOATs has been expanding its playbook, offering patrons a chance to trade their game-day chants for music trivia and karaoke nights.
“Our main focus is sports, of course, but I’m trying to incorporate something new and fun for the community,” Bacerra says. “The community has been really good to us. I’m very blessed.”
To plan your next visit to GOATs Arena Sports Bar & Grill, visit www.goatsarena.us.
What makes the sports bar experience at GOATs different?
- Two floors
- Dozens of TVs
- Three separate audio zones
- NFL Sundays with live DJs during commercial breaks
- High school playoff games streamed for local families
- Atmosphere blends big-game energy with a neighborly feel
- 64 beers on tap
- Karaoke and trivia nights
- Wings marinated for 10+ hours