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Are you ready for some football? We are. Whether you’re headed to the Phoenix area to root for the Seattle Seahawks or the New England Patriots on February 1 to celebrate, you’ll want to get your pre-, post-, and during-Super Bowl 2015 party started right. Plus, Katy Perry is being joined by Lenny Kravitz for the Pepsi Super Bowl XLIX Halftime Show on NBC at University of Phoenix Stadium. So, there’s that too.

 

WESTGATE

Whiskey Rose Bar & Grill
Bring your whole crew to catch the game at this bar, where you can reserve a table for 4–6 people for a fee (prices are still being worked out, so give the bar a call closer to game day). The viewing party starts at 3pm. 6751 North Sunset Boulevard #E-110, Glendale (623-877-7673, whiskeyroseaz.com)

McFadden’s
Sports rule at this bar, where you can join one big Super Bowl party. The bar features 40 HDTVs, a projection screen and a standing room capacity of more than 600. Westgate Entertainment District, 9425 West Coyotes Boulevard, Glendale, AZ (623-872-0022, www.mcfaddensglendale.com)

Hells Half Acre
This bar’s known for its rowdy, energized game-day crowds. Check their Facebook page closer to game day for Super Bowl specials. 6751 N Sunset Boulevard, Glendale, AZ (623-877-8447, www.facebook.com/LikeHHAOnline/)

Yard House Restaurant
While this bar doesn’t have any party specials planned for the Big Game, you can count on a great selection of craft brews and pub grub that’s a cut or two above most sports bars. Westgate Entertainment District, 9401 West Westgate Boulevard, Glendale, AZ 85305 (623-872-3900, www.yardhouse.com)

 

DOWNTOWN PHOENIX

Majerle’s Sports Grill
Count on an enthusiastic crowd at this downtown Phoenix stalwart, which opens at 10am on game day. There are no bad views here, with 31 big screens at every turn, plus a projector screen. The bar holds 300-plus, on a first come first serve basis. Try the gorilla wingsand see if they’ve earned their rep. 24 North 2nd Street, Phoenix, AZ (602-253-0118, www.majerles.com)

Alice Cooperstown
This sporty joint is known as much for its massive, fully-loaded Big Unit hot dog as it is for its quirky owner, metal legend Alice Cooper. Check it out on game day for a one-of-a-kind experience. 101 East Jackson Street, Phoenix, AZ (602-253-7337, www.alicecooperstown.com)

Coach & Willies
Game? What game? You’ll find us noshing on Chandler’s largest nacho station, where housemade nacho cheese oozes from a fountain. That, and the free fan-appreciation buffet, run from 3pm through first quarter. The bar’s also got a raffle and drink specials galore, including $3 Bud Lights and mimosas. No cover. Reservations encouraged. 1 East Boston Street, Chandler, AZ (480-776-6240, www.coachandwillies.com)

 

OLD TOWN, SOUTH SCOTTSDALE

Derby Public House
This beautifully designed bar known for its happy hour and bingo nights strikes a great balance of sporty and classy, while still catering to sports fans. 4420 North Saddlebag Trail, Scottsdale, AZ (480-999-3311, derbypublichouse.com)

Majerle’s
This is the downtown location’s other outpost, so expect more serious sports fans, loads of big screens, and some of the best wings around. 4425 North Saddlebag Trail, Scottsdale, AZ (480-889-9949, www.majerles.com).

Coach House
This sporty spot’s got a dual rep: It’s known for its outrageous Christmas light displays and it’s known as Scottsdale’s oldest tavern (established in 1959, for the record). While you won’t find any Super Bowl specials here, you’ll want to come just for the friendly crowd and old-time Arizona atmosphere. 7011 East Indian School Road, Scottsdale, AZ (480-990-3433,www.coachhousescottsdale.com/)

 

NORTH SCOTTSDALE

Sandbar Desert Ridge
This spot’s bright colors and beachy vibe take you south of the border, while the big screens keep your head in the game. Take a break at half time on the spacious patio—complete with sand, a firepit, pool and cabanas. Give them a ring closer to game day for info on Super Bowl specials. 21001 North Tatum Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ (480-585-5900, sandbaraz.com)

Twin Peaks
If Hooters headed for the mountains, you’d have Twin Peaks, a sporty, lodge-themed bar and grill where you’ll be tended to by scantily clad Twin Peaks Girls. Head here for the Big Game to fill up on comfort food and the coldest draft beer around—served at a frosty 29 degrees. 8787 East Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, Scottsdale, AZ (480-483-0921, www.twinpeaksrestaurant.com)

Cold Beers and Cheeseburgers
At this lively spot, you can root your team on from the bar inside or catch some Arizona sun while you watch the game out on the patio. There’s a $20 cover to get in, and space is first come, first served. 4222 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ (480-941-2747, coldbeers.com)

Booking a last-minute trip to the Phoenix area for Super Bowl XLIX? We’ve got your Super Bowl travel guide right here.

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Martina Sheehan

Martina Sheehan

Martina is a Chicago-based travel writer and editor who has written for the New York Times, Conde Nast Traveler, Budget Travel, Forbes Travel Guides, and Time Out Chicago, among other publications. You can find her at http://martina-sheehan.com

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