LONG BEACH, NY. — The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will meet Sunday, Feb. 8, in a rematch of one of the greatest NFL championship games in history. It’s not too early to scout the best places to watch the big game here in Long Beach.
The battle for the coveted Vince Lombardi Trophy takes place this year at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. In their last big game meeting in 2015, the Patriots secured a 28-24 comeback victory over the Seahawks. The epic contest was decided in the final seconds when a Patriots interception of a Seahawks pass resulted in a game-winning touchdown.
If you want someone else to make the snacks or serve the beer, several sports bars in Long Beach are primed for the handoff. Kickoff is at 6:30 p.m. ET, but you’ll want to get there early to make sure you get a spot.
Here are some area sports bars with enough screens that you won’t miss a play:
Moneyline LBNY: 906 W. Beech St., Sunday hours from 12 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Canz: 777 W Beech St., Sunday hours from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m.
Shore House Bar & Grill: 22 E Park Ave, Sunday hours from 12 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Nolan’s Pub: 435 E Park Ave, Sunday hours from 12 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Billy’s Beach Cafe: 222 W Park Ave, Sunday hours from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Brixx & Barley: 152 W Park Ave, Sunday hours from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
The Saloon: 1016 W Beech St, Sunday hours from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.