The Elbowroom Sports Bar is a bar at 1001 Tomoana Rd in Mahora, Hastings. It has a 4.2 rating on Google and a Facebook page.
A good sports bar gets the basics right: a friendly welcome, well-kept drinks, a clear view of the screens and staff who know when to slow down service. Expect a relaxed, social crowd, and busier nights when a big match is on, so arriving early helps if you want a good seat. The bar's Facebook page is usually the best place to check for events, match nights and opening hours. Regulars know that asking staff which games are showing before you turn up saves a wasted trip, and that food can be limited, so eating beforehand is sensible. If you are driving, plan ahead with a sober driver or alternative transport, and most bars will happily serve a good non-alcoholic option. Bring ID, as staff will check it.
For anyone in Mahora and Hastings, The Elbowroom Sports Bar on Tomoana Road is a local place to watch the game.