Where to Watch Football in San Diego This Season!
Picture this: it’s a Sunday afternoon, the air is a little bit cooler, and the streets are buzzing with football fans decked out in team jerseys. Inside, bars and restaurants across the county are filled with groups huddled around big screens, enjoying cold drinks and hot wings while eagerly anticipating the next play. Football season is officially here, and although San Diego no longer has a team of its own, the city’s vibrant sports scene remains as lively as ever. Below we’ve highlighted local bars and restaurants who are gearing up to welcome fans and create the perfect atmosphere for watching every touchdown, tackle and interception
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Draft at Belmont Park
Catch all the game day action at Draft, Belmont Park’s signature beachside sports bar. Draft invites football fans from every team to watch the game on their infamous 31-foot LED screen while sipping on a lineup of San Diego’s best craft beers on tap. Dive into delicious, classic game time appetizers like Wingin’ It, chicken wings with your choice of buffalo sauce, lemon pepper sauce or house rub and Loaded Baked Potato Tots, crispy tater tots topped with bacon, cheese sauce, green onions, sour cream and sweet pickled jalapeños. Don’t forget to try out a refreshing drink, such as the popular OMG Margarita made with a spicy tequila blend, orange, mango, guava and fresh lime or the Passion Cooler made with vodka, passion fruit, almond, and lemon topped with soda water. With endless brews and ocean views, Draft is a guaranteed game time, good time!
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Happy Does
Calling all Jets fans! Gaslamp’s retro indoor-outdoor bar, Happy Does, is thrilled to invite all New York Jets fans to cheer on their team, starting with the season kick-off party on September 9th at 5pm with drink specials available for anyone in Jets gear.
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The Crack Shack
This football season, make The Crack Shack your ultimate destination for watching NFL games. Whether you're at the Encinitas, Little Italy, or new Pacific Beach location (opening just before the season kicks off), you'll enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere, spacious outdoor seating, and massive TV screens that bring every touchdown to life. Cheer on your favorite team while indulging in San Diego’s finest non-GMO Jidori chicken, mouthwatering signature sandwiches, and hearty salads. With a lively ambiance, cold beers, and handcrafted cocktails, The Crack Shack is the perfect place to gather with friends and family. No matter which team you're rooting for, The Crack Shack guarantees an unforgettable game day experience—where great food, great company, and great football come together!
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Moonshine Beach
Bang Bang, Niner Gang! It's time to gather at Moonshine Beach to cheer on San Francisco in all its glory. Fans who attend the first Niner game on September 9th will receive a loyalty card that grants entry into Moonshine Beach 30 minutes before GA all season long, and 20% off non-discounted items! Moonshine Beach also boasts game-day drink specials like 5 for $32 Beer Buckets of Bud Light and Budweiser, $8 Titos, El Jimador, and Captain Morgan, and $15 Espresso Martini Cocktails! There will also be pizza and taco specials offered in addition to Moonshine Beach’s full menu, perfectly fit for game day. With massive screens, raffles and giveaways, and a guaranteed high-energy atmosphere, Moonshine Beach is the place to be all season long.
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The Deck at Moonshine Flats
While the Chargers may have moved from San Diego, true fans are still cheering them on from afar. Fans who come to The Deck on game day wearing Chargers gear will receive 15% off all season long, including playoffs! There is no shortage of game day drink specials at The Deck, including $7 Crown Royal Whisky, Hooch Bros Vodka, or Cap'n Morgan Rum, $10 Don Julio Blanco Tequila, $4 Lightning Bolt Shots, $6 Michelob Ultra, Bud Light, or Buena Cerveza, $7 Holler n' Swaller Hard Tea or Topo Chico Hard Seltzers, 5 for $30 Buckets of Michelob Ultra, Bud Light, or Buena Cerveza, and $24 Bud Light Pitchers! To pair with this bevy of beverages are food specials like 3 for $10 Sliders and 1lb of Pork Ribs for $26. With a lively outdoor ambiance and games like cornhole and Pac Man to hit during commercial breaks, The Deck makes for the perfect game day venue.
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Patrick’s Gaslamp Pub
Patrick’s Gaslamp Pub, located in the historic Gaslamp Quarter, is the go-to spot for all Buffalo Bills fans this season! As one of the oldest bars in Gaslamp, Patrick’s keeps the energy high with its vibrant atmosphere and historic charm. Patrick’s is excited to invite all Bills Mafia to enjoy special game-time drink specials including complementary football snacks like nachos, hot dogs, and brownies, $4 Bud Light Drafts, $6 Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, $5 Labatt Blue, $6 Tullamore Dew, and – $2 Score Change Shot Jell-o Shots! Whether you are a die-hard Bills fan or just love the NFL, this neighborhood pub is the place to be.
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Kick off the 2024 NFL season at The Blind Burro, located in the heart of Gaslamp across from Petco Park. With Baja coastal cuisine and fantastic handcrafted cocktails, The Blind Burro is the perfect place to enjoy game day. NFL enthusiasts can enjoy flavorful margaritas, complemented by a top-notch selection of tequila and mezcal. With two large bars, you can indulge in Baja-style tacos or Street Corn Off the Cob while never missing a moment of the game. You can also opt for game time favorites like the TJ Dog, a bacon wrapped all-beef hot dog with griddled onions, candied jalapenos, ketchup, mustard and mayo. The lively atmosphere, combined with specialty cocktails such as the Spicy Sandia Margarita, made with el jimador reposado tequila, triple sec, watermelon, lime, agave nectar, muddled jalapeños, and a tajin salted rim, creates an exciting environment for all sports fans.
