Big Game Eats

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By Katherine Andrianas

Looking for somewhere to watch the big game? No need to travel far since there are a number of restaraunts and bars right in the neighborhood. No matter what team you’re rooting for, we’ve found establishments where everyone will feel welcome. So, get ready for a day filled with great food, drinks and good company!

Croxley’s Ale House
Locations in Smithtown, Farmingdale, Rockville Centre, Franklin Square & Brooklyn
www.croxley.com
This sports bar and restaurant offers legendary wings, a variety of craft beer and delicious bar food.  With a large number of TV’s, Croxley’s Ale House serves as the ultimate place to watch your favorite sports game. They have plenty of beer on tap and daily specials including their 50 cent classic wings. From burgers and nachos to salads, sandwiches and much more, their menu has it all! Whether you come with friends or family, the trendy gastropub is great for hanging out.

Miller’s Ale House
See Website for Locations
www.millersalehouse.com
This local restaurant and sports bar is a great place to come and support your number one team. With locations all around,  Miller’s Ale House is known for having some of the best football specials! Whether you prefer to pair your beer with a burger or wings, their football menu has a number of delicious combinations all for under $25. You also won’t have to worry about missing a play since their wall to wall flat screens make it a great place for viewing a game. 

Changing Times Pub
Locations in Bay Shore, East Northport & Farmingdale
www.changingtimespubs.com
On the day of the big game, you won’t want to miss the Changing Times’ free tailgate that’ll take place from 3-6PM. The day will feature $5, 22-ounce stadium chuggers of beer, $11 pitchers and many other great drink specials. Boasting over 50 HDTV’s, there's not a bad seat in the entire Changing Times Pub.  Having been recently renovated, the modern interior makes it a comfortable place to watch the game, eat good food and enjoy a few drinks.

Nags Head Ale House
396 New York Avenue, 
Huntington
(631) 673-6247
Looking to enjoy the largest selection of craft beer Huntington has to offer, then head to Nags Head Ale House. While you watch the big game, you can challenge your friends to a game of foosball, Jenga, connect four or darts. Also, since there is no kitchen, you can choose to bring your own food or stop at one of the many restaurants in the area beforehand.  For good drinks and an awesome time, this is the place to be not only on game day but any day.

Napper Tandy’s
Locations in Northport, Smithtown & Bayshore
www.nappertandysirishpub.com
Come to Napper Tandy’s for the big game to enjoy $9 pitchers and $5 pints. It’s the local spot to hangout and order some great, pub-style food. They’ll have outstanding specials including their kickoff nachos, buffalo chicken flatbread and  steak sandwich to name a few. Looking to bring the kids? No problem. At Napper Tandy’s, the friendly environment makes it fun for all ages. Between the nice open bar area and TV’s all around, there’s no better place to watch the most important game of the season!

The Nutty Irishman
323 Main St., Farmingdale
(516) 293-9700
www.thenuttyirishman.com
The Nutty Irishman, located in the heart of Farmingdale, will be hosting an Open Tailgate party for the big game. This lively restaurant and bar will feature more than 26 beers on tap and all kinds of food to munch on. For just $40, tickets will include drinks, a halftime buffet and over a dozen flat screen TV’s to watch the game on. To fuel the crowd, they’ll also be passing around appetizers like pulled pork sliders, meatballs and wings in a variety of flavors.

The Main Event
Locations in Plainview & Farmingdale
www.themaineventny.com
Tucked away a few hundred yards from 110 in Farmingdale, this is what a sports bar should be. The Main Event has tons of large flat screen TV’s, a fully stocked bar and a wide selection of home cooked meals. What’s better than watching the game while enjoying $5 mimosas, $6 bloody Mary’s and pints of beer for $3.50.  It’s an exciting and energetic place with a sports theme that resonates across every part of the restaraunt. For an added bonus, they’ll even have halftime giveaways and prizes so make sure you’re there!

Rockwell’s Bar & Grill
60 Terry Rd., Smithtown
(631) 360-8900
www.rockwellsbarandgrill.com
This bar seems to lure a sports crowd in with their large flat screen TV’s and specials. Happy hour seven days a week from 12PM-7PM, what’s better than that? At Rockwell’s Bar & Grill, they have a number of cold beers on tap, an extensive wine list and unique cocktails that everyone will love. Coming for the big game? Now’s the chance to try their delicious variety of wings which include maple honey, garlic parmesan, medium buffalo, honey barbecue and Thai chili.

The Rust & Gold
70 Gerard St., Huntington
(631) 629-4431
www.therustandgold.com
Located in the heart of Huntington, you’ll find The Rust & Gold which is not your average sports bar. Looking to play games like Jenga and Shuffleboard? Well, at The Rust & Gold they have their own coins for the many arcade and table-style games. They also have a huge selection of craft and local beer along with one of a kind mixed drinks that are all worth trying. Between the unique décor, top notch bartenders, excellent food and photo booth for great picture opportunities, it’s a fun environment for all!

The Turning Point
48 Motor Avenue, Farmingdale
(516) 694-1000
The Turning Point in Farmingdale is a great neighborhood pub to go and watch the big game. Their menu consists of traditional sit down entrées like chicken parmesan and pub snacks like pot sticker appetizers, burgers and sandwiches. They have over ten beers on tap, a full bar and a sit down restaurant. The Turning Point is the perfect spot for meeting up with friends or for making new ones. Not only are the food and drinks great, but the prices are too! Appetizers range from $8-$12 and burgers start at $10.