6 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Pleasanton

PLEASANTON, CA — The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will meet Sunday, Feb. 8, in a rematch of one of the greatest NFL championship games in history. It’s not too early to scout the best places to watch the big game here in Pleasanton.

The battle for the coveted Vince Lombardi Trophy takes place this year at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. In their last big game meeting in 2015, the Patriots secured a 28-24 comeback victory over the Seahawks. The contest was decided in the final seconds, when a Patriots interception in the end zone halted the Seahawks' late-game drive.

If you want someone else to make the snacks or serve the beer, several sports bars in Pleasanton are primed for the handoff. Kickoff is at 6:30 p.m. ET, but you’ll want to get there early to make sure you get a spot.

Here are some area sports bars with enough screens that you won’t miss a play:

1. Beer Baron Bar & Kitchen. 336 Saint Mary Street, Pleasanton. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday.

Classic dive with craft beers and TVs.

2. The Draft Sports Pub. 4825 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Classic sports bar with TVs, wings, burgers, and beer.

3. Pivot Craft Kitchen & Sports Bar. 5121 Hopyard Road. 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

New sports bar with big screens and a diverse drink menu. Food and suites to come in later weeks.

4. The Neighborhood Sports Bar & Kitchen. 234 Main St. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sports bar with TVs, burgers, beers, and outdoor seating.

5. Sunshine Saloon Sports Bar & Charcoal Grill. 1807 Santa Rita Rd, Ste. K. 9 a.m. to 12 a.m.

Large beer list, lots of TVs, and ample indoor and outdoor seating.

6. SideTrack Bar + Grill. 30 W. Angela Street. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Brunch and bar with multiple TVs.

7. Porky's Pizza Palace. 2911 Hopyard Road. 10:45 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Pizza, beer, and lots of TVs.

8. Y'all Come Back Saloon. 5321 Hopyard Road, Ste. C. 12 p.m. to 2 a.m.

Dive bar with lots of screens open late.