For the first time since 1999, the New York Knicks are in the championship, facing off against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. We have compiled a list of family-friendly restaurants, bars, and watch parties to help you cheer them on in Park Slope, BoCoCa, Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn, Williamsburg, DUMBO, and Sunset Park!
Upcoming 2026 NBA Finals Schedule (Knicks vs. Spurs)
All games are broadcast on ABC. Tip-off is at 8:30 PM ET.
- Game 5: Saturday, June 13 (Away)
- Game 6: Tuesday, June 16 (Madison Square Garden) if necessary
- Game 7: Friday, June 19 (Away) if necessary
Free Watch Parties Saturday 6/13
- BRIC Brooklyn is hosting a free watch party in the gallery, doors open at 8 pm and it is kid-friendly. No need to RSVP, just show up.
- BAM will host a free watch party for all ages at 30 Lafayette featuring a 16-foot screen. No food sales but access to bathrooms. DJ at 7 pm, kick off at 8.30 pm. No need to RSVP, just show up.
Family-Friendly Restaurants & Bars
BoCoCa & Fort Greene
TALEA | Cobble Hill
Kid-friendly, no cover, no reservation needed! TVs installed in all their taprooms.
Black Forest Brooklyn | Fort Greene & Boerum Hill
Black Forest Brooklyn is known for epic sports viewing. They feature multiple large indoor projection screens and TVs throughout the beer hall, plus a big TV on the sidewalk patio. The Smith Street location offers a range of viewing experiences, from high-energy back room seating to private covered backyard booths, each with a dedicated TV. Walk-ins are welcome, but you can also book guaranteed entry tickets online.
Downtown Brooklyn
Golfzon Social | Downtown Brooklyn
Located at 11 Hoyt Street, Golfzon Social is an 18,000-square-foot indoor golf lounge and sports bar that makes for an epic Finals viewing spot. With over 60 TVs throughout the space, there isn’t a bad seat in the house to catch the Knicks. The venue is family-friendly—if the kids need a break from the game, they can grab the provided kids’ clubs and jump into one of the 16 simulators to play arcade-style golf games, or enjoy the venue’s board games.
Dave & Buster’s | Downtown Brooklyn
Dave and Buster’s is ready for the Finals. Watch the games on their massive 40-foot screens, enjoy delicious food and drinks, and more! If kids need a break from watching the basketball action, they can go play the newest games in the huge arcade area.
DeKalb Market Hall | Downtown Brooklyn
Downstairs at City Point, watch the games, get food from 20+ different food vendors and add in some shopping too!
DUMBO
Nobody Told Me | DUMBO
Nobody Told Me on the corner of Front and Bridge will be showing all games on a projector inside and kids are welcome!
Time Out Market | DUMBO
Get ready for live game screenings in a high-energy setting with skyline views, drink specials, and a vibrant, social atmosphere perfect for groups and fans alike. With multiple food options from top local chefs, there’s something for every kid to eat. Be sure to arrive early as it is first-come, first-served seating. RSVP here.
Brooklyn Heights
Backyard and indoor viewing party. No cover and family-friendly.
Brume | Montague Street
Alpine gathering tables with big benches and high chairs waiting for families to watch the games. A good alternative to rowdy sports bars for young ones with their parents. Located at 80 Montague Street, Brume offers Swiss, Austrian and German food!
Clinton Hill
Speedy Romeo on Classon Avenue shows the games via projector on the building wall, plus screens inside. Pizza specials and more at their watch parties.
Park Slope
The Dram Shop Bar | Park Slope
Recently crowned the 2026 Best Sports Bar in Brooklyn, The Dram Shop Bar is an ultimate watch party destination for the Finals. Located in the heart of Park Slope, this neighborhood staple is pulling out all the stops for the Knicks, showing the games live with full sound. Thanks to their setup of over 7 HD TVs and a massive big-screen projector, you won’t miss a play. They offer pool, darts, and board games to keep kids entertained, and kids eat free on Saturdays!
Red Hook
Brooklyn Crab | Red Hook
With different varieties of seafood, drinks, & games – Brooklyn Crab is the perfect place for the perfect hang. Come check out the Knicks Games on their new big screen!
Williamsburg
TALEA | Williamsburg
Kid-friendly, no cover, no reservation needed! TVs installed in all their taprooms.
Brooklyn Bowl | Williamsburg
Brooklyn Bowl is going all out for the Knicks! They are hosting free, official Finals Watch Parties for the games (including Game 2 hosted by Robert “Friday Night Knicks” Randolph). Enjoy incredible food from Blue Ribbon, grab a lane to bowl a few frames with the family, and watch the game on their massive screens. RSVP in advance online.
BK Backyard Bar | Williamsburg
Bk Backyard Bar is Williamsburg’s 17,000 sq. ft. open-air playground built for community and good vibes. With 40+ TVs, a massive 20-foot video wall, picnic tables, private cabanas, and outdoor games, it’s a fantastic spot to gather to celebrate, connect, and kick back while watching the Knicks.
Sunset Park
Industry City | Sunset Park
Industry City is Brooklyn’s backyard, making it an awesome place for families to catch the series. Spanning 35 acres, you can grab food from Japan Village or Hometown Bar-B-Que and find a spot in one of their sprawling courtyards. With plenty of open space, climbing structures, and games like pétanque, there’s always something to do for kids while the grown-ups enjoy the game. You must RSVP for the games beforehand here.
