The Local TAB & Sports Bar is a sports bar at 110 Princes Street in Hāwera, South Taranaki, with a Google rating of 4.4 from 96 reviews. Reviewers mention the friendly staff, the good vibe and the pokies, and say the beer is good value. One reviewer would like a wider choice of zero-alcohol beers.
A good sports bar is judged on its screens, its beer and how easily you can get served during a match. TAB betting and gaming lounges are a common part of the mix in small-town bars, and regulars often come for a particular race or game. Non-alcoholic options matter more than they used to, so a good range of zero beers and soft drinks makes a visit comfortable for drivers and for those who do not drink. When you choose a bar, look for staff who keep service moving and a room where you can watch the game and still talk.
For a big match on the screen or a quiet beer after work in Hāwera, this Princes Street bar is a local choice.