This summer marked the true measure of a sports bar, as one of civilization’s most popular sporting events took place half-a-world away in South Africa. Early start times at the World Cup did little to thwart the rowdies at
The Press Box, though, as the 24-hour
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sports haven filled for 8 a.m. matches as if it were a Griz game day. Okay, maybe not quite as packed as a Griz game, but those crowds still go to show whether it’s fútbol or football, local sports fans turn to this Missoula staple for prime viewing of the big game.
The Press Box: 835 E. Broadway; 721-1212;
www.pressboxsportsbar.com
FINALISTS:
2. Red’s:
217 Ryman;
728-9881;
www.redsbar.net
3. Iron Horse Brew Pub:
501 N. Higgins,
728-8866;
www.ironhorsebrewpub.com