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The Houndstooth Listed Among '51 Best College Bars In America'

MSN recently ranked what it views as the best college bars in America, with the staple on The Strip making the cut.

The outside patio of The Houndstooth is always a popular spot for those enjoying the Tuscaloosa nightlife.
The outside patio of The Houndstooth is always a popular spot for those enjoying the Tuscaloosa nightlife. (Ryan Phillips, Tuscaloosa Patch)

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The Houndstooth Sports Bar on The Strip near the University of Alabama campus was recently ranked among the best in its class as part of MSN's 51 Best College Bars In America.

The MSN report referenced the popular sports bar, saying: "Spicy wings, quick service, and plenty of TVs playing current games keeps Alabama students coming back to The Houndstooth. Roll Tide!"

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For college sports fans who like to travel, here are the top college bars in SEC towns that were included in the rankings

  • Sideways (Fayetteville, Arkansas)
  • The Globe (Athens, Georgia)
  • Two Keys Tavern (Lexington, Kentucky)
  • The Chimes (Baton Rouge, Louisiana)
  • Dave's Dark Horse Tavern (Starkville, Mississippi)
  • The Whig (Columbia, South Carolina)
  • Flying Saucer (Nashville, Tennessee)
  • Chimy's (College Station, Texas)

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