Enjoy The Big Game, Inside Or Out

Pull up a barstool or sit on the patio and cheer with others at these festive sports bars.
Cheryl De Leon,
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Hoping to score seats to FIFA World Cup matches at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford? Tickets on third-party websites to opening round matches start around $700. And if you want to root for the New York Knicks in person, you’ll need even more cash to sit courtside at the NBA Finals in Madison Square Garden. Sports are great this time of year, and you can still celebrate with other die-hard fans without spending an arm and a leg: Watch in one of Bergen’s great sports bars and restaurants.

Our county is packed with places to watch the big basketball, soccer or baseball game, enjoy delicious bites and toast to every point scored (Biggie’s and Miller’s Ale House, last year’s Readers’ Choice winners for Best Sports Bar, for instance). And the best part is many of these bars, taverns and clubs have open patios so you can soak up the fresh spring air, eat and drink while cheering for your team. Here are 10 spots, each highly rated, to check out:

  • Allendale Bar & Grill. Known for tasty burgers and pizzas, this neighborhood favorite has a lively bar and patio area to show off your team spirit.
    *67 W. Allendale Ave., Allendale, 201.327.3197
  • Brady’s at the Station. A longtime favorite for revelers in northern Bergen County, this Irish pub has the bites, beers, big screens and patio for a perfect outing with friends.
    *5 W. Main St., Ramsey, 201.327.9748
  • Lazy Lanigans. Hang out in the dining room with delicious Irish pub fare, or take your snacks and refreshments to the back patio for hours of socializing and celebrating.
    *604 Main St., Hackensack, 201.342.6677
  • Mickey’s Bar and Grill. Pub grub, TVs, festive crowd, lively patio—you’ll find all of that and more at this local hangout.
    *601 Riverside Ave., Lyndhurst, 201.935.3337
  • Midland Brew House. With dozens of beers on tap and a menu that runs the gamut (wings, steamed clams, coal-fired pizza and 16 oz. ribeye, for instance), fans might be tempted to spend an entire day here.
    *374 N. Midland Ave., Saddle Brook, 201.797.0070
  • The New Park Tavern. This railroad-side tavern has plenty of TVs in its spacious bar, while the front and side seating areas offer ample room to mingle before, during and after the game.
    *250 Park Ave., East Rutherford, 201.939.9445
  • Redd’s Restaurant and Biergarten. Whether you’re sitting inside or on the patio, you’ll never miss any of the action on the field at this sports bar, nestled in the shadow on MetLife Stadium.
    *317 Washington Ave., Carlstadt, 201.
  • River & Henley. A destination for food, drinks and nightlife, dozens of big screen TVs also make it perfect for the big game. Chill indoors or on the outdoor patio with wings, burgers, sandwiches and other sports fans.
    *704 River Rd., New Milford, 201.262.0391
  • The Shannon Rose. With live music, dozens of TVs and inventive menu items, this Irish bar comes alive every day, especially on game days.
    *1200 Rte. 17 N., Ramsey, 201.962.7602
  • W’s Village Grille. You’ll love all the sports memorabilia and décor on the inside of this neighborhood hot spot, but the fun vibes on the patio will surely bring you outdoors.
    *71 Crescent Ave., Waldwick, 201.670.8200

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