The Sports Bra opens its first franchise in St. Louis on November 13

The Sports Bra, a women’s sports bar from Portland, will debut its first franchise in St. Louis on November 13. Located in the Maplewood neighborhood, the bar features 13 screens dedicated to women’s sports, including local teams like the St. Louis SLAM and Arch Rival Roller Derby. Co-owners Heather Hill and Sara Pilsner emphasize the need for dedicated spaces celebrating women athletes. The venue, spanning 2,950 square feet, will also offer a family-friendly menu sourced from women-led businesses. The expansion follows a successful crowdfunding campaign that raised $1.2 million and plans for more franchises in cities including Boston and Las Vegas later this year.

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