One of the best parts about watching the Super Bowl every year is the commercial break. No matter how much of a diehard football fan you are, you have to admit that you still enjoy the air time between plays debuting the hilarious, heart-wrenching and downright creative commercials. On this subject, make sure you’re paying extra attention to the commercials this year. You might just see some NP Dodge agents up on the big screen!
The second best part about watching the Super Bowl is the social aspect, and the food that naturally comes along with it. It is one of the best excuses to get together with friends, stuff your face with wings drenched in sauce and drink a few beers.
So naturally, Super Bowl Sunday is a “holiday” that local sports bars live for each year. It is the epitome of all the things they stand for — socializing, sports, greasy food and great beer.
We found a few bars offering Super Bowl Sunday specials this year that would make the perfect setting to enjoy the game! So designate a driver, show up to one — or even two? — of these bars and bond with strangers over the biggest game of the season.
Brewsky’s Food and Spirits
Super Bowl Sunday Hours: 12 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Location: 8528 Park Drive, Omaha, NE 68127
Phone Number: 402-201-2739
With two locations in Omaha and four in Lincoln, Brewsky’s is well-known in the area and makes for the perfect Super Bowl Sunday destination.
If you consider yourself a penny pincher, snag one of their Penny Pitchers available all day on February 7. If you buy any Budweiser, Bud Light or Busch Light pitcher at the regular price, you’ll get a second pitcher for a penny!
But you can’t have beer without a solid burger and fries to accompany it. That’s why they’re offering quarter-pound deluxe cheeseburgers with Brewsky’s famous seasoned fries for just $3.95. Or upgrade to a half-pounder with fries for $5.49!
Door prizes will be given away the entire game, and all of the above prices are applied throughout the entirety of Super Bowl Sunday! With plenty of TVs and lots of action, this makes for a lively atmosphere perfect for watching the game.
Crescent Moon
Super Bowl Sunday Hours: 12 p.m. – 12 a.m.
Location: 3578 Farnam Street, Omaha, NE 68131
Phone Number: 402-345-1708
Crescent Moon was named as one of Draft Magazine’s Top 100 Beer Bars in America for the fourth year in a row. As Omaha’s original alehouse, it has been the place to go for craft beer since 1996. Their long draught list makes us thirsty and their delicious food menu makes us hungry!
On Super Bowl Sunday, they will of course be showing the game on all of their TVs as well as offering $1 off all Odell Brewing Co. beers and their famous chicken wings for just 49 cents each during the game.
Immerse yourself in craft beer paradise at Crescent Moon, for a reasonable price too! And the environment is sure to be all the more fun and exciting during the Super Bowl.
The Den
Super Bowl Sunday Hours: 1-10 p.m.
Location: 711 North 114th Street, Omaha, NE 68154
Phone Number: 402-609-8535
The Den is hosting a huge Super Bowl party for the fourth year in a row! Starting at 1 p.m., they will host a pre-game chili cook-off. Chili-cooking contestants must sign up before Super Bowl Sunday and pay a $5 entry fee. If you’re feeling competitive, make sure you sign up well in advance, as they are limiting the contest to 10 contestants. But the trouble may be worth it, as there will be prizes for the top three chili cookers! In the meantime, stay informed with updates about their Super Bowl Bash/Chili Cook-Off by RSVPing on their Facebook event page.
The food during the game will be a potluck, so bring any food or snack you want! In addition, lots of liquor and beer companies will be at The Den offering samples and giveaways.
Enjoy happy hour specials from 1-10 p.m. Plus DJ SHIF D will keep the party going with upbeat music after the final whistle.
The name of the game for The Den is cold beer, specialty cocktails, friendly service and an inviting social atmosphere. The Den is now connected to Room 13 Pool and Game Room, so you can step a few feet over to enjoy multiple pool tables, darts, bowling and other games!
DJ’s Dugout
Super Bowl Sunday Hours: 11 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Locations:
1) Aksarben/Elmwood Park — 2102 South 67th Street, Omaha, NE 68106
2) The Old Market — 1003 Capitol Avenue, Omaha, NE 68102
Phone Numbers:
1) 402-933-3533
2) 402-763-9974
With several locations throughout the city, DJ’s Dugout is a popular destination for sports fans to enjoy each other’s company — and some great beer and quality food. They did in fact receive the first place award in Omaha Magazine’s 2016 Best of Omaha. So you can know you’re at a top-notch place if you head to DJ’s Dugout on Super Bowl Sunday.
And to top it off, they offer some awesome deals each Sunday, and Super Bowl Sunday is no exception! Order a chicken strip basket for $6.99, $5 Bloody Marys and several beer options for $6. But all in all, the lively environment at DJ’s Dugout will make for a memorable Super Bowl watching experience.
Liv Lounge
Super Bowl Sunday Hours: 4 p.m. – 1 or 2 a.m.
Location: 2285 South 67th Street, Omaha, NE 68106
Phone Number: 402-884-5410
Get away from the rowdy crowds with a relaxed atmosphere at LIV Lounge — even during the Super Bowl. They make sure to play big games on their screens with the sound on so you can actually hear the game and all the commercials. In addition, Sundays at LIV mean happy hour all day and night, and that offer still applies to Super Bowl Sunday! They have mixologists on hand to ensure you receive an amazing drink, whatever it might be. And make sure to be on the lookout for specific Super Bowl-themed drinks tailored to the teams playing!
Keep things classy and make sure you don’t miss a play — or sacrifice your drink quality — by watching the Super Bowl at LIV Lounge.
Maloney’s
Super Bowl Sunday Hours: 3 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: 1830 North 72nd Street, Omaha, NE 68114
Phone Number: 402-502-1880
The Irish sure know how to do pubs right, and Maloney’s Irish Pub is no exception. The Irish judge their pubs based on the atmosphere, and this one has that covered, with pool tables, darts, shuffleboard, mega-touch and volleyball leagues, a huge 100-inch TV screen and other screens throughout the space.
For the Super Bowl, Maloney’s is offering a free taco and nacho bar, with a purchase! Because it is expected to fill up fast, make sure you’re there early to grab a seat. This is sure to be an exciting venue for Super Bowl viewing, from the wide variety of beer and cocktail options (including the largest selection of Irish Whiskey in Nebraska!) and the overall fun atmosphere.
Reverb Lounge
Super Bowl Sunday Hours: 4 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: 6121 Military Avenue, Omaha, NE 68104
Phone Number: 402-884-5707
Reverb Lounge is hosting a Super Bowl Viewing Party with the game displayed for all to see on their projector. Sip from their drink specials, keeping in mind that they specialize in tiki drinks, delectable craft cocktails and all sorts of beer. So you really can’t go wrong! And pair your drink of choice with free snacks — which we think are the best kind of snacks.
Reverb Lounge is a mid-century inspired lounge with an eclectic, clean and fun interior. Don’t believe us? Tour the place yourself beforehand!
Sam and Louie’s Pizza
Super Bowl Sunday Hours: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: 2062 North 117th Avenue, Omaha, NE 68164
Phone Number: 402-496-7900
Whether you’re watching the game out on the town, at home or over at a friend’s house, Sam and Louie’s Pizza is the answer to your pizza problem. They’re offering some special pizza deals for Super Bowl Sunday including a $15 18-inch one-topping pizza, a $10 16-inch, one-topping pizza or $5 off any 16- or 18-inch specialty pizza. And these deals apply for dining in or carrying out!
If you choose to join the party at Sam and Louie’s Pizza, expect big-screen TVs, cold beers and the best New York style pizza around! If you’d rather stay in, save time by ordering online in advance for a smoother pick-up.
On a somewhat related note, do you have a birthday or anniversary coming up? Sign up on their mailing list to receive a free pizza on those dates!
The Slowdown
Super Bowl Sunday Hours: 4:30 p.m. – ? (Whenever the Crowd is Gone)
Location: 729 North 14th Street, Omaha, NE 68102
Phone Number: 402-345-7569
The Slowdown is the place to go if you’re wanting to speed things up on Super Bowl Sunday, coincidentally. They’ll be playing the game on their huge 20-foot projection screen, and offering tons of free food and drink specials all night, with no cover. Take a peek at their long drink menu ahead of time to see what you’re getting into. This is of course for those 21 and over, so be sure to leave the kids at home!
For a fun, lively and action-packed game-viewing experience, head to The Slowdown.
The Village Bar
Super Bowl Sunday Hours: 3 p.m. – 2 a.m.
Location: 5700 South 77th Street, Ralston, NE 68127
Phone Number: 402-315-9211
Immerse yourself in a true bar experience at The Village Bar in Ralston on Super Bowl Sunday. With a devoted following that has been frequenting this bar for years, The Village Bar knows how to do Super Bowl Sunday right after much experience! They are offering free food and $2 domestic drafts all day, in addition to raffle prizes that will be drawn for every quarter of the game.
One of the most notable features of this bar is their craft beer vending machine. Grab a coupon for the machine from a bartender, select your drink of choice, watch a little elevator carefully bring your selection to the bottom, and drink up! This is the way of the future, folks.
Happy Super Bowl Week!
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PHOTOS COURTESY OF: Brewsky’s, Nightlife CO, iBrewalot, The Den, Aksarben Village, Omaha.com, Maloney’s Irish Pub, Music Tour, Sam and Louie’s Pizza, The Washington Post and The Village Bar