Nick + Stef's Steakhouse An "endless tailgate party" with a buffet featuring sliders, oven-fired pizza, chili and hot-wings among the options. $39 for the menu and party, with $5 well-cocktails and $15 pitchers of beer. Nick + Stef's Steakhouse 330 Hope St, Los Angeles, CA 90071
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| Pig N' Whistle. |
Improv Comedy Club For a full day of stand up, food and drink specials, check out The Improv's "Big Game Bash" and watch the game on a giant projection screen or on one of five large flat screen TVs. There is no cover and open to ages 21 and older. Seating is first come, first serve. Doors open Sunday at 1 p.m. 8162 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90048.
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| Blue Palms Brewhouse. |
FiveOFour Hollywood New Orleans This venue is creating a Mardi Gras-themed party for the day. Families are welcome. The party will feature drink specials, including $5 Bloody Marys, $3 pints, including microbrews and shot giveaways at halftime. There will be a drawing for a 50/50 Giveaway—50 percent off your bill, up to $50. Both the full menu and the happy hour menu will be available all day. No cover. The game will be showing on seven TV screens. First come, first serve. Opens at 11 a.m. 6541 Hollywood Blvd, #102, Hollywood, CA 90028.
Spot 5750- Hollywood Billards This venue's "Super Bowl Bash" will feature three bars on two levels of the building. The game will be shown on 60 large flat screen TVs and two large projectors. Pre-game specials on drinks will be offered. Upstairs is for ages 21 and over, and downstairs is open to all ages. Reservations are being accepted for cabanas and large sectionals that fit 20-25 people. A" Sexy Referee" contest will be held after the game, with a $1,000 cash prize. For more information, call 323-465-0115. Open Sunday at 11 a.m., 5750 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028.
Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood. Watch the big game on a giant screen and over 30 TV screens, plus free popcorn, games and prizes. “Best Seat in the House” special packages available with a Special Game Day Menu, plus you are able to to choose the seat for the entire game. All ages welcome. Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood 6801 Hollywood Blvd #105, Hollywood, CA 90028
Hooters Restaurant is home to the Pittsburgh Steelers Fan Club, and fans will be seated upstairs. People can also come in this week to reserve seats. There is a $10 minimum per person. Specials include Bud Light for $3.25 a pint. There will be a drawing for a 52-inch flat screen TV. The game will be shown on 10 TVs downstairs, four upstairs and one giant projector. All ages are welcome and reservations are encouraged. Open Sunday at 11 a.m. 6922 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028.
Maui & Sons is a brand new restaurant/bar next to the Egyptian Theatre, offering a Beach BBQ theme for Super Bowl Sunday. There will be an assortment of Hawaiian style burgers and full bar with a large variety of beers. Half time entertainment will feature fire dancers. Open Sunday at 11 a.m. Maui & Sons 6708 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028.
Capitol City Sports Bar Super Bowl Sunday is one of Capitol City's biggest days of the year. No cover but there is a $60 per person minimum. The game will be shown on 60 TVs and one giant projector. The clientele is expected to be both Green Bay and Pittsburgh fans. The bar features 30 beers on draft and a full bar menu. Dishes such as pizza and tuna on crispy rice are top sellers. Families are welcome. Open Sunday at 11 a.m. 1615 N. Cahuenga Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028.
Go Burger The new restaurant will be showing the game on Sunday, with spiked milkshakes and a burger with grilled cheese sandwiches as buns. Go Burger 6290 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028
Happy Ending Come early, as the venue is expected to fill up fast. Drink specials are being offered all day. $12 Bud Light pitchers, $5 well drinks, $1 off all pints, $15 for a pitcher of Bud Light and a 12" pizza. The game will be shown on 46 TVs upstairs and a large projection screen downstairs. No cover. First come, first serve. Ages 21 and older are welcome. Open Sunday 11 a.m. 7038 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, CA 90028.
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| The Abbey in WeHo. |
The Abbey will host its annual viewing party, which you don't want to miss. The BIG GAME will be broadcast throughout the Abbey. There will be all the goodies you expect: hot boys, vodka snow cones, cotton candy machines, a vodka luge, popcorn, gourmet style barbeque and a special appearance by the West Hollywood Cheerleaders. Music by DJ Dawna Montell 2-9pm. During this special event only, the Abbey will have $5 draft beer specials and beer pong pitchers for $20. For bottle service call (310) 289-8410. **This is an LGBT-friendly event** The Abbey 692 N. Robertson Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069
GYM Watch the Big Game at WeHo's newest sports bar. $3 beer blast from noon to 8pm. **This is an LGBT-friendly venue** GYM 8737 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069.
Hamburger Hamlet The Hamlet will offer half-priced burgers and $2 draft beers during the game. There are multiple TV screens located throughout the restaurant and bar area. Hamburger Hamlet 9201 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Rainbow Bar & Grill The Rainbow will open at 2 p.m. on Sunday to show the game. A free buffet will be served at halftime. Rainbow Bar & Grill 9015 W Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Key Club KROQ will host its official Big Game Party at the Key Club. Doors will open at 1 p.m. with a performance by the Dirty Heads after the game. Entrance is free but is first come, first served. Ages 21 and older only. Key Club 9039 West Sunset Boulevard, West Hollywood, CA 90069BLT Steak Showing the game along with their popovers and steak. BLT Steak 8720 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
Cabo Cantina Cabo will show the game on its new audio visual system that includes large HDTV screens on each wall. Staffers suggest you come early in order to ensure seating. There will also be bottomless mimosas and bloody marys for only $9.95 until 3 p.m. You can also enjoy a two-for-one priced happy hour from 4-8 p.m. and again from 10:30 p.m. to close. Cabo will also be offering 99 cent Coronitas. Cabo Cantina 8301 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90069
Whisper Lounge Beginning at 2:00 P.M., a game day bash will offer a special menu, microbrews, and margaritas, along with complimentary snacks. Expect multiple big screens, games, give-aways, and DJs before and after the game. Make Reservations: 323-931-0202. Whisper Lounge 189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Culina The Four Seasons Italian is offering the game on a scattering of big screens and serving spaghetti alla chitarra and other selections from its menu for food lovers who want an Italian feast instead of an overdose of tortilla chips. Culina 300 S. Doheny Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90211
SimonLA Flat-screen HDTVs and junk food platters, Cajun chicken skewers, and mini burgers, along with its full menu. Price: $30 a head, $45 for couples. Tickets: 310-358-3979. SimonLA 8555 Beverly Blvd, Beverly Hills, CA 90048
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As expected, this Culver City rager is throwing a massive party, with activities on two-floors featuring a collection of fourteen television sets. Should get rowdy in here with a special Super Bowl menu, drink specials, and a raffle from Jaegermeister at the game's end. Reservations at 310-837-9546. Rush Street 9546 Washington Blvd, Culver City, CA 90232
The Tattle Tale Room is known as the official Packers bar in Culver City, the local favorite will be decked out for the big event. Expect a festive party, serious fans and drink specials. A word to wise Steeler fans: You may want to celebrate elsewhere. Tattle Tale Room 5401 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City, CA 90230
Danny's It’s finally here sports fans – Super Bowl Sunday 2011! Come watch the game on our 60 inch HDTVs at Danny’s with your friends and neighbors and enjoy our Happy Hour and Football specials as well. Danny himself is from Pittsburgh so this Super Bowl will be a special one, especially if the Steelers win! Even if you aren’t a football fan, you at least have to come in to watch the commercials. Doors open at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday and Sundays. Happy hour and drink specials from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Danny's 23 Windward Ave., Venice, CA 90291
Canal Club SUPER BOWL SUNDAY ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR. Canal Club opens early at 3PM for Super Bowl Sunday! Watch the game on our big screen TV with your friends and neighbors and enjoy our all day Happy Hour as well. This is always a BIG EVENT at Canal Club so get there early and get your seats! Happy hour and drink specials daily. Sun- Wed. 5:00 -10:00 p.m. Thurs.-Sun. 5-7 p.m. Canal Club 2025 Pacific Ave., Venice, CA 90291
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| Sidewalk Cafe on Venice Boardwalk. |
Upper West This Santa Monica restaurant has a masculine feel and a strong selection of dishes. This Sunday, they'll be serving a special Super Bowl menu and four-dollar cocktails while showing the game on a twelve-foot HD screen. Make reservations: 310-586-1111. Upper West 3321 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90404
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| Pourtal in Santa Monica. |
Basement Tavern TV sets will line the restaurant's patio, while free hot dogs, burgers, baked bean, coleslaw, and potato salad are served on the front deck. Indoor seating with big screens will be available as well. $5 whiskey shots all night. $1,500 for the private fishbowl room with open bar and food, private TV, sound, and your own bouncer. Basement Tavern 2640 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405
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| Gladstone's Malibu. |
Malibu Café This beach-town restaurant will turn its patio into an "outdoor living room" which includes a fifteen-foot screen. Different TVs will be spread throughout the restaurant to show the game in case you seek solitude and guests can even get private cabanas or day-beds to perch on while eating Boston fried clams, Kobe meatballs, and a BBQ pulled pork sandwich. It could get wild as the day is starting with a Sunday brunch and endless mimosas leading to the kickoff. A plush setting for a rough event.
Reservations required. Malibu Cafe 327 Latigo Canyon Rd, Malibu, CA 90265
Sangria plans to have a live DJ get the party started before the game, along with a pre-game flip cup tournament. As the game will be shown on the venue's new plasma TVs, the bar will offer $2 mimosas, $3 bellinis, $3 bloody marys, and half off select pitchers of beer. The DJ will stick around for more fun after the game. Sangria 68 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Silvio's plans to host a "laid back" Super Bowl party with all-day drink specials. Menu items will remain the same and include the restaurant's specialties: BBQ chicken, calabreza, mesquite grilled vegetables and more. Also for this event, attendees are encouraged to make table reservations. Silvio's 20 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
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| Sharkeez, Hermosa Beach. |
Baja Sharkeez is organizing its annual Super Bowl party, and will raffle off a snowboard, riding cooler, flat screen TV, and other prizes during the game. The venue is also selling $20 tickets for a three-hour open bar, and plans to offer drink and food specials throughout the day. Baja Sharkeez 52 Pier Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Saint Rocke is throwing a Super Bowl party starting at 1 p.m. There will be all-day drink specials, beer bingo, a BBQ menu, and post-game trivia. The venue is accepting table reservations now. Saint Rocke 142 Pacific Coast Hwy, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Shellback Tavern The “world famous” ShellBack has a host of specials planned for Super Bowl Sunday. On the beverage front, the seaside watering hole is offering $10 buckets of Coors and Bud Light bottles. And no Super Bowl viewing party is complete without heaps of food which Shellback has covered with fish and shrimp tacos for $2.75 and ½ price buffalo wings. Prizes and giveaways will be dished out all game long. Shellback Tavern 116 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Shark's Cove - Voted the # 1 Sports Bar in the South Bay, Sharks Cove is offering table reservations for $25 dollars for Super Bowl Sunday. The restaurant will feature their regular happy hour specials of $4 draft beers, $4 wines, and $4 well drinks from 3 to 7 p.m. Shark's Cove 309 Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
EL Bar El Bar is offering happy hour prices all day, with half-time specials and pre-game food. $10 football pool squares will be available. Open Sunday at 2 p.m. 3256 Cahuenga Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90068.
The Draft Bar and Grill on Riverside is holding a stupendous tailgate party in its parking lot. Staff will be rigging up outdoor TV and barbequeing meaty goodness right by the trunk of your car. It'll feel like you're outside Cowboys Stadium, waiting for the big XLV to start. The Draft Bar and Grill 12430 Riverside Drive
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Sidebar will open at 1 PM for game and will have complimentary grub for all! $4 draft beers all game long, plus complimentary Super Bowl Squares Pool, no “buy in” and winner gets a gift certificate to sidebar — $25 certificate for halftime and $50 for final score. Sidebar 1114 North Pacific Avenue, Glendale, CA 91202
Tony Dart’s Away will have great food specials like Chili Cheese Fries (vegan and not) and Fried Pickles while they air the big game. Tony Dart’s Away 1710 West Magnolia Boulevard, Burbank, CA 91506
The Bottle Room will be offering Happy Hour all day long. There will also be football friendly food specials like Pub-Style Pretzels with Beer Cheese and Street Tacos. Plasma TVs will be showing the game. 12 PM – 8 PM (or until the game ends) at The Bottle Room 6741 Greenleaf Avenue, Whittier, CA 90601
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