Sliders, Wings, a Couple of Brews and Oh, Those Commercials: Where To Watch The Super Bowl On Long Island
Don’t want to watch Super Bowl LVII at home this year? That’s okay! There are plenty of places to watch the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs take on the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday, February 11.
Whether flying solo or going with a group, this sampling is sure to guarantee a good time this Super Bowl Sunday.
Arooga’s
A favorite among Long Islanders for years now, Arooga’s has all of your football-watching needs covered. With more than 100 TVs and 40+ beers on tap, Arooga’s is an ideal place to have a good time while watching the big game. 1 West Main Street, Patchogue, (888) 882-9464, aroogas-ny.com.
The Bench Bar and Grill
For those in the Stony Brook and Port Jefferson areas, The Bench is a nice way to enjoy the game without breaking the bank. $20 admission that includes a complimentary buffet as well as $22 domestic beer buckets, call them up to make a reservation for their big private watch party. 1095 NY-25A, Stony Brook, (631) 675-1474, thebenchbar.com.
Library Café
Located in the heart of the Village of Farmingdale, Library Café has plenty of game day offerings. Wings are $1 each, beers range from $4 to $6 and pints from $15 to $26. Catering is also available with exclusive Super Bowl to-go packages like “The Hall of Fame” and “The Gronk” in case you want to host at home. 274 Main Street, Farmingdale, (516) 752-7678, lessings.com/corporate/restaurants/venue/library-cafe.
Village Idiot Pub
Pay a visit to one of Village Idiot’s three locations on Long Island for the big game. Offering trays of wings, heroes and more, there is sure to be a Village Idiot location near you. If you want to make a weekend out of it, visit their Oakdale location where they will be hosting a “Pregame Pig Roast” on Saturday, February 10 for $75 a person. 8 East Main Street, Patchogue; 1487 Montauk Highway, Oakdale; 2811 Middle Country Road, Lake Grove, (631) 573-6633, villageidiotpubs.com.
smōk-haus
If you’re looking to feast this Super Bowl Sunday, visit one of smōk-haus’ two locations for some of the best food on the island. Winning 11 Bethpage Best of Long Island Awards for 2023, eat in or take out one of their to-go trays such as the “JV” or the “Majors”. 7 12th Street, Garden City, (516) 400-7100; 954 South Broadway Unit B, Hicksville, (516) 400-7102, smok-haus.com.
Rudi’s Bar and Grill
If you don’t mind spending a few extra bucks, Rudi’s Super Bowl party is right up your alley. For $60 beforehand or $75 the day of, enjoy an open bar from kickoff until the game’s end along with a buffet and breakfast the following day. 554 NY-112, Patchogue, (631) 627-6726, rudisbarandgrill.com.
Applebee’s
If you’re looking for something more casual this Super Bowl Sunday, head down to your local Applebee’s to enjoy the game. With plenty of locations across Long Island, they have a wide variety of beers on tap as well as all-you-can-eat boneless wings, riblets and shrimp for just $14.99 a person. Applebees.com.
Kenneth Spurrell is a reporter with The SBU Media Group, part of Stony Brook University’s School of Communication and Journalism’s Working Newsroom program for students and local media.
