Super Bowl Sunday is just around the corner and New York City's bars and restaurants are gearing up to accommodate the anticipated massive crowds. This year, fans of the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots will be facing off in a battle for football supremacy.
For those who prefer to mingle with fellow enthusiasts at the bar rather than watching from home, Judy Z’s Sports Tavern and Kitchen in the West Village is expecting a busy day. The venue's general manager, Candy Potts, notes that last year's event was particularly packed, leaving many patrons standing due to lack of seating.
The social aspect of watching a game with friends at a bar offers an entirely different experience compared to watching from the comfort of one’s own home. As Potts puts it, "There's a friendliness you don't always get everywhere in New York City – it's just more fun than sitting at home with two friends."
For some patrons like Alec Horen, who is rooting for the Seahawks, the social atmosphere plays to their advantage. Horen believes that the Seahawks deserve to win, citing their superior performance this year and pointing out the Patriots' "really lucky" victories.
On the other hand, cocktail server Juliet Deane at Bearded Lady in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, will be working on Super Bowl Sunday and plans to root for the Seahawks as well. Despite the chaos that comes with the event, she appreciates the opportunity to serve a diverse crowd of regulars who are all focused on the game.
While some fans might be rooting for their favorite team, others like Brian Aranque Perez at Finn's Corner will be tuning in mainly for the halftime show headlined by Bad Bunny. For Perez, even if his team isn't expected to win, the album that won Album of the Year was "great" and he wants to see it performed live.
For those looking to watch the big game with a crowd, there are numerous options across the city. Here are some top picks:
* Tara Rose in Murray Hill offers Sunday specials like half-priced margaritas and $6 pints of Guinness.
* Hair of the Dog between the Lower East Side and East Village boasts 23 TVs and projectors, as well as signature burgers.
* Overlook in Turtle Bay has classic game day food like wings and loaded nachos, plus more than 30 HDTVs for a perfect view.
* Panzón in Greenpoint features all-day happy hour specials, a huge selection of wings, and avocado margaritas to stream both the game and the halftime show.
* The Keg & Lantern locations in North Brooklyn offer seat reservations with a $50 minimum spend and even pre-orderable chicken wing trays.
* Brooklyn Public House in Fort Greene is considered one of Brooklyn's best sports bars, offering an extensive beer menu, regional brews for under $7, and live music.
Whether you're a die-hard fan or just looking to catch some football action with friends, New York City has plenty of options to make Super Bowl Sunday a memorable event.
For those who prefer to mingle with fellow enthusiasts at the bar rather than watching from home, Judy Z’s Sports Tavern and Kitchen in the West Village is expecting a busy day. The venue's general manager, Candy Potts, notes that last year's event was particularly packed, leaving many patrons standing due to lack of seating.
The social aspect of watching a game with friends at a bar offers an entirely different experience compared to watching from the comfort of one’s own home. As Potts puts it, "There's a friendliness you don't always get everywhere in New York City – it's just more fun than sitting at home with two friends."
For some patrons like Alec Horen, who is rooting for the Seahawks, the social atmosphere plays to their advantage. Horen believes that the Seahawks deserve to win, citing their superior performance this year and pointing out the Patriots' "really lucky" victories.
On the other hand, cocktail server Juliet Deane at Bearded Lady in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, will be working on Super Bowl Sunday and plans to root for the Seahawks as well. Despite the chaos that comes with the event, she appreciates the opportunity to serve a diverse crowd of regulars who are all focused on the game.
While some fans might be rooting for their favorite team, others like Brian Aranque Perez at Finn's Corner will be tuning in mainly for the halftime show headlined by Bad Bunny. For Perez, even if his team isn't expected to win, the album that won Album of the Year was "great" and he wants to see it performed live.
For those looking to watch the big game with a crowd, there are numerous options across the city. Here are some top picks:
* Tara Rose in Murray Hill offers Sunday specials like half-priced margaritas and $6 pints of Guinness.
* Hair of the Dog between the Lower East Side and East Village boasts 23 TVs and projectors, as well as signature burgers.
* Overlook in Turtle Bay has classic game day food like wings and loaded nachos, plus more than 30 HDTVs for a perfect view.
* Panzón in Greenpoint features all-day happy hour specials, a huge selection of wings, and avocado margaritas to stream both the game and the halftime show.
* The Keg & Lantern locations in North Brooklyn offer seat reservations with a $50 minimum spend and even pre-orderable chicken wing trays.
* Brooklyn Public House in Fort Greene is considered one of Brooklyn's best sports bars, offering an extensive beer menu, regional brews for under $7, and live music.
Whether you're a die-hard fan or just looking to catch some football action with friends, New York City has plenty of options to make Super Bowl Sunday a memorable event.
Super Bowl Sunday is gonna be lit! 
According to Google Trends, this year's big game is projected to have the highest viewership since 2015, with over 100 million people tuning in worldwide 
. In terms of social media, #SuperBowlSunday is already trending on Twitter, with 20% more tweets expected than last year 
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. On average, the US spends around $10 billion on Super Bowl Sunday activities, which is roughly 1/4 of all US sporting event revenue 
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? Meanwhile, the highest-grossing Super Bowl commercial ever was Chrysler's 2-minute ad featuring Eminem in 2014, which raked in $12.8 million 
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. On average, a Super Bowl party serves around 40 people, with each person consuming 2 pounds of wings and 4 cups of nacho cheese 
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The hospitality industry can expect a significant boost from Super Bowl Sunday, with many venues offering special deals and promotions to attract more customers 
. And let's not forget the economic impact - a study by the National Restaurant Association found that Super Bowl Sunday generates around $13 billion in revenue for US restaurants alone 
. Who's your team? 
the super bowl is always a big deal 
it's like you're all invested in the game together 
and you get to cheer on your team and enjoy some great food and drinks too 
plus with all the commercials during halftime, it's like you have an extra show to look forward to 
. Can't deny though, some of these patrons are really hyped 4 their teams, like Alec's got his Seahawks jersey on & ready to cheer 'em on 
. Anyway, if you're lookin' for a spot to watch the game with friends, I'd def recommend checkin' out those NYC sports bars & taverns listed, they all seem pretty lit 
. Just hope everyone stays safe and respectful while they're out cheering on their teams 
I'm all about that social experience on game day! No judgments from me if you can't even watch the game at home with just your partner or kids 
. Of course, some people might have other reasons for going out on game day (I'm looking at you, halftime show fans 
), but for me, it's all about the social vibe and having a good time with friends 
i also love that some bars offer seat reservations now that's a game changer for me when i want to watch the big game with friends 
