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

MERRICK, NY. — 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 Merrick.

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 epic contest was decided in the final seconds when a Patriots interception of a Seahawks pass resulted in a game-winning touchdown.

If you want someone else to make the snacks or serve the beer, several sports bars in Merrick 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:

Bourbon & Brews: For a wide selection of bourbons and beers on tap, this gastropub located at 361 Merrick Ave is your spot. Open from 12 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Sundays.

Shamrocks Bar & Grill: With cold drinks, hot wings and standard pub fare, this is a reliable spot to post up for the big game. Open Sundays from 12 p.m. to 2 a.m, located at 708 Merrick Ave, Merrick, NY 11566.

The 3rd Rail Bar & Grille: Located at 216 Pettit Ave, Bellmore, reviews say the beer selection here is top notch. Open from 12 p.m. to 12 a.m. Sundays.

Lunchbox Brewing Company: Located at 2732 Grand Ave, Bellmore, this brewery has a wide selection of beers and ciders to give you more options than the Seahawks’ passing attack. Open from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays.

Paddy Power Pub: An old-school Irish pub with a dart board and a dark wood bar. What better place to watch the big game than here? Located at 70 Merrick Ave, Merrick, open from 12 p.m. to 4 a.m.

Off The Brook: Located at 1810 Merrick Rd, Merrick, reviews say this is the place to go if you want to match the big game with some big portions.