Super Bowl Sunday is just around the corner and here is a roundup of lively sports bars and restaurants that are perfect places to cheer on the NFL’s top teams as they go head-to-head, watch Rihanna take on the halftime show and enjoy the night with your whole crew.
These bars and restaurants have a variety of Super Bowl food and drink specials to celebrate one of the biggest sporting events of the year.
Come enjoy the big game over a variety of food buffets, specialty snacks, call drinks and lots of Super Bowl fun.
Watch Parties
Benchmark
Benchmark– 2450 N. Clark St. (Lincoln Park)
A lively sports bar in the heart of Old Town with over 40 TV’s and a menu of shareable snacks, burgers, pizza, beer and signature co*cktails – making Benchmark the perfect place to celebrate Super Bowl Sunday!
Sunday, February 12 starting at 5 p.m. until the end of the game. For each $40 food & drink package, guests watch the big game and have access to:
- Call Drink Package
- One Food Menu Item
Book tickets and reservations for Benchmarkhere.
Kirkwood
Kirkwood– 2934 N Sheffield Ave. (Lakeview)
A neighborhood sparts bar in Lakeview with great food, drinks and a spacious beer garden that is perfect to take on the big Super Bowl game.
Sunday, February 12 starting at 5 p.m. until the end of the game. Kirkwood guests have access to:
- $6 Stadium Cups
- $8 Vegas Bombs
- $12 Mini Burgers (4) & Fries
Book tickets and reservations for Kirkwoodhere.
Gaslight
Gaslight– 2450 N. Clark St. (Lincoln Park)
A lively neighborhood bar in Lincoln Park with three full bars, a delicious menu and a spacious year-round patio that is open seven days a week for brunch, lunch and dinner. A place for the whole squad to watch the Super Bowl & Halftime Show!
Sunday, February 12 starting at 5 p.m. until the end of the game. For each $30 food & drink package, guests can cheer on their favorite team and have access to:
- Domestic Draft Specials
- Chili and Tatcho Bar to fill up throughout the evening
Book tables and reservations for Gaslighthere.
Ranalli’s Lincoln Park
Ranalli’s Lincoln Park– 1925 N Lincoln Ave. (Lincoln Park)
Ranalli’s Lincoln Park offers guests delicious pizzas, iconic apps, and great drinks in a comfortable and communal setting. Guests can enjoy a variety of specialty pizzas, signature 4C appetizers, hearty and sandwiches, along with craft beer and classic co*cktails, making it a perfect spot to watch the Super Bowl!
Sunday, February 12 starting at 5 p.m. until the end of the game. Ranalli’s Lincoln Park is offering a variety of food and drink specials for every sports fan:
- $6 Stadium Cups including Coors Light, Bud Light, Miller Light and Michelob Ultra
- $22 Pitches including Coors, Bud Light and Miller Light
- $9 Stadium Cups for Vodka Soda
- $6 Hard Seltzers
- $6 Tequila Shots
- $6 Lunchbox Shots
- 2 inch pizzas for $12, including cheese, pepperoni and sausage toppings
Book tables and reservations for Ranalli’s Lincoln Parkhere.
Ranalli
Ranalli’s West Loop– 1326 W Madison St. (West Loop):
As a longstanding neighborhood pizza bar, Ranalli’s West Loop offers guests delicious pizzas, iconic apps, and great drinks in a comfortable and communal setting. Guests can enjoy a variety of specialty pizzas, signature 4C appetizers, hearty sandwiches, and fresh salads along with craft beer and classic co*cktails, making it a perfect place to celebrate Super Bowl Sunday with your squad!
Sunday, February 12 starting at 5 p.m. until the end of the game. Ranalli’s West Loop Super Bowl Sunday specials include:
- $6 Stadium Cups including Coors Light, Bud Light, Miller Light and Michelob Ultra
- $22 Pitches including Coors, Bud Light and Miller Light
- $9 Stadium Cups for Vodka Soda
- $6 Hard Seltzers
- $6 Tequila Shots
- $6 Lunchbox Shots
- 12 inch pizzas for $12, including cheese, pepperoni and sausage toppings
Book tables and reservations for Ranalli’s West Loophere.
Highline
Highline169 W. Kinzie St. (River North)
A staple for lunch, happy hour and dinner throughout the week, Highline offers upscale bar fare and a FREE arcade with classic games perfect for anyone looking for a fun Super Bowl Sunday.
Sunday, February 12 starting at 5 p.m. until the end of the game. For each $30 food and drink package, guests can have access to:
- Specialty Domestic Drafts
- All-You-Can-Eat “My 4C Favorites” Buffet to load up on pre-game fuel!
Book tables and reservations for Highlinehere.
80 Proof
80 Proof1500 N. Wells St. (Old Town)
Located in Old Town, 80 Proof provides a unique dining-to-nightlife experience with three full bars and an approachable menu of vegan bar bites and 4C classics. Come celebrate Super Bowl Sunday at this iconic destination!
Sunday, February 12 starting at 5 p.m. until the end of the game. For each $40 Call Drink & Food Package guests can have:
- Access to Limited Tailgate Buffet
- Call Drinks
Book tables and reservations for 80 Proofhere.
Brickhouse
Brickhouse3647 N. Clark St. (Wrigleyville):
Located next door to the historic Wrigley Field, Brickhouse offers an elevated dining experience with four expansive bars, two outdoor terraces and stunning views. Celebrate Super Bowl Sunday at Brickhouse!
Sunday, February 12 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Brickhouse is hosting a Big Game Tailgate! For each $25 ticket, guests can have access to:
- Pizza Buffet
- Mini Sliders
- Taco Bar
- Hot Dog Station
- Additional Specials:
- $20 Domestic Bucket Bud Light, Michelob Ultra
- $25 Buckets of NÜTRL
- $5 Trop Bombs or Lemon Drops
Book your Brickhouse reservationhere.
Wrigleyville
Moe’s Cantina Wrigleyville, located at 3518 N. Clark St. in Chicago’s Wrigleyville neighborhood (773-248-0002) is a truly authentic and spacious Northern Mexican restaurant and bar. The delicious Mexican cuisine is chosen from the many climate-driven regional foods styles of Mexico. People just can’t seem get enough of the signature co*cktails and lively atmosphere.
On Super Bowl Sunday, Moe’s will offer several food and drink specials, including $5 Nachos and ten Buffalo Wings on a bed of fries for only $20. Drink specials includes $5 domestic beer, $7 imported beer, $8 Vegas Bombs, $35 Margarita pitchers and $100 off select liquor bottles for bottle service.
Pony Inn
For Chicago’s sports bar fans, the Pony Inn (1638 W. Belmont) needs no introduction. With its 13 wall mounted TV screens and individual 24-inch HDTVs at each table and booth, not to mention the great food and libations, The Pony is a great place to gather with friends to watch all the Super Bowl Sunday festivities on Sunday, February 12.
The best news is that all The Pony has to offer can be enjoyed in several ways on Super Bowl Sunday. First, simply walk in and enjoy the drinks, food, and camaraderie in a great atmosphere. Second, create your own Super Bowl party by reserving a table for you and your friends. Groups large and small can be accommodated because, in addition to the generous seating on the main floor, The Pony’s second floor rooftop bar also is available—don’t worry the rooftop will be closed, so it will be toasty warm up there.
The downstairs is an upscale tavern replete with hickory-slatted walls and floors, wood-beamed ceilings, a 38-foot copper plated bar and bucket-style stools. There are chocolate leather booths, 7 high tops each with its own 24-in flat screen HDTV, and 13 wall-mounted HDTVs. The Pony can host parties of any size up to 200 people.
For this year’s Super Bowl, The Pony is offering some great specials. Enjoy $18 domestic buckets, $20 Seltzer buckets, and $5 Tulle Shots. Food and Super Bowl go hand in hand, and so you must indulge in the $25 Super Bowl Platter, a combo of 8 chicken wings plus pickled fries, cheese curds and tater tots.
Reserve your table for Super Bowl Sunday athttps://www.theponychicago.com/contact-us/or send an email[emailprotected].
On the second floor, The Pony Up Lounge continues the handsome aesthetic. Equipped with a full bar, wall mounted TVs and plenty of seating, this great gathering space provides a welcoming atmosphere for the Super Bowl and any other occasion. To learn more about private parties at The Pony, visithttps://www.theponychicago.com/private-parties/.
Old Crow Smokehouse
Old Crow Smokehouse, next door to Moe’s Cantina at 3506 N. Clark (773-537-4452), is another very popular restaurant and bar. Lively and welcoming, Old Crow serves up the best barbeque styles from the Carolinas, Memphis, Kansas City and Texas. Enjoy Southern co*cktails at the super friendly bar and meet friends for one of the best communal dining experiences.
Old Crow’s Super Bowl watch party will feature $4 Miller Light Draft beer and half price appetizers, including the Giant Pretzel, Quesadillas, Smoked Wings, Chicken Tenders, Country Nachos, Fish n Chips and Bosco Sticks.
Tree House
Tree House, located at 149 W. Kinzie, is a playful escape located in Chicago’s River North neighborhood. The food is Italian, and the décor is a beautiful collage of nature-inspired design and artful backdrops. Tree House is the perfect place to gather with friends for happy hour, brunch, game-watching, or a night out on the town.
For this year’s Super Bowl watch party, Tree House will have a DJ, a beer special–$25 domestic buckets—and will feature a Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip for $12. For hungry fans, the Touchdown Tower ($60, feeds four) is perfect for Super Bowl sharing. The Tower features 2 Chicken Parmesan Sliders, 2 Mini Smash Cheeseburgers, Wings with choice of sauce, and a Detroit-style Pizza.
Game Day Eats at Home
Rebel’s Hot Chicken
Good food is one of the most important elements when watching any football game, even more so for the biggest game of the year. For football fanatics who plan to host a 2023SuperBowlwatch party, virtual kitchensRebel’s Hot ChickenandSecret Sauce Barbecuehave the perfect game day menu options.
If you’re looking to spice up game day, Rebel’s Hot Chicken offers a bold and playful take on the fiery Nashville-style chicken. From signature dishes like the Rebel’s Inferno Fried Chicken Sandwich to the unique Spicy Mac N’ Cheese, football lovers have plenty to of hot and spicy options to enjoy.
Secret Sauce Barbecue offers the ultimate barbecue experience, without the burden of cleaning up. Shareable appetizers such as Hot Link Queso Dip and Crispy Fried Chicken are perfect when hosting groups.
Fans can order carry-out directly from the Bottleneck Rewards app (App StoreorGoogle Play),online, Grubhub, Uber Eats or DoorDash.Delivery is available within a 5-mile radius of the restaurant.
Food Rocket
Chicago’s fastest grocery delivery app, Food Rocket, is serving up free 10+ minute delivery right across Chicagoland this Super Bowl Sunday until 11PM.
In celebration of the Big Game, Food Rocket’s made-in house Super Bowl Box for just $29.57 will be available exclusively on Feb. 12, and features 2 lb Potato Wedges + 1 lb Chicken Wings + 1 lb Chicken Tenders, and BBQ, Ranch, and Buffalo sauces. Serves 3-4.
‘Food delivered hot’ options include made-fresh-in-house chicken wings, tenders and cheese bites, and potato wedges starting from $5.49. An assortment of chips, and dips, like guac, and salsa, are also available, along with ‘just pop in the oven’ quality frozen eats like pizza, potstickers, mozzarella sticks, and more at fans’ fingertips.
Delivering across Chicagoland until 11PM. Food Rocket delivers to the West Loop, Gold Coast, Wicker Park, Lincoln Park, South Loop, and River North. Its fulfillment centers also double as retail stores, and are open to consumers for added convenience. See delivery area here.
Everyday, Food Rocket customers can shop a wide assortment of groceries, including locally-sourced fresh produce, snacks, freshly made ready-to-eat meals, and now a range of pharmacy items. Delivery is free on first-time orders.
With food inflation top of mind, Food Rocket offers a faster alternative, and quality food at competitive prices, as well as free delivery on the first three orders and no order minimums. Grocery delivery services like GoPuff deliver groceries within 30 minutes on average, and collect a fee on every order. Amazon Fresh offers free 2-hour delivery on orders over $35 with Prime; and DoorDash charges a 15% service fee and only offers free delivery with a monthly subscription fee.
Pony Inn
If you prefer to host your own Super Bowl party at home, remember that The Pony’s food menu is perfect for game day feasting. Here are some great food choices; order for deliveryhere.
Gene & Georgetti
Gene & Georgetti is offering catering for Super Bowl.
Things to Do
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