7 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Sonoma Valley

SONOMA VALLEY, 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 the Sonoma Valley.

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 the Sonoma Valley 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:

Murphy’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
Address: 464 1st St E, Sonoma, CA 95476
Phone: (707) 935-0660
Sunday Hours: 9:30 AM – 2:00 AM
Vibe: Classic Irish pub with lots of TVs, loud and lively on game days, solid food and beer crowd energy.

Steiner’s Tavern
Address: 465 1st St W #100, Sonoma, CA 95476
Phone: (707) 996-3812
Sunday Hours: 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Vibe: Old-school local sports bar, casual, multiple TVs, pool tables, and a come-as-you-are feel.

Olde Sonoma Public House
Address: 18615 Sonoma Hwy, Sonoma, CA 95476
Phone: (707) 938-7587
Sunday Hours: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Vibe: Neighborhood pub with lots of beer options, games like darts and pool, relaxed but social game-day crowd.

HopMonk Tavern Sonoma
Address: 691 Broadway, Sonoma, CA 95476
Phone: (707) 935-9100
Sunday Hours: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM (food), bar typically later
Vibe: Spacious brewpub with good food and beer, more chill than rowdy, good for groups who want seats and sound.

Town Square
Address: 482 1st St E, Sonoma, CA 95476
Phone: (707) 996-2922
Sunday Hours: 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
Vibe: Simple local bar, TVs on, drinks flowing, no frills and very laid-back.

B&V Whiskey Bar & Grille
Address: 400 1st St E, Sonoma, CA 95476
Phone: (707) 938-7110
Sunday Hours: 11:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Vibe: Food-forward bar and grill with TVs, good if you want a solid meal with the game instead of a pure sports bar.

38º North Bar (Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn)
Address: 100 Boyes Blvd, Sonoma, CA 95476
Phone: (707) 938-9000
Sunday Hours: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Vibe: Upscale hotel bar, calmer crowd, craft cocktails, better for a relaxed Super Bowl watch.

The Saloon at Jack London Lodge
Address: 13740 Arnold Dr, Glen Ellen, CA 95442
Phone: (707) 938-8510
Sunday Hours: Varies — call ahead
Vibe: Historic saloon, cozy and local, fewer TVs but a fun Glen Ellen gathering spot if they’re showing the game.

Palooza Gastropub & Bar
Address: 9225 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood, CA 95452
Phone: (707) 833-8645
Sunday Hours: Typically afternoon–evening (call to confirm for Super Bowl)
Vibe: Casual neighborhood gastropub with TVs, good beer list, burgers and comfort food — best Kenwood bet for watching the game.