9 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In McLean

MCLEAN, VA — 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 McLean.

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 McLean 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:

• Barrel & Bushel, 7901 Tysons One Place, Tysons, VA 22102
• BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, 8027 Leesburg Pike, Suite 100, Vienna
• Bowlero Tysons Corner, 2001 International Drive, Suite 1695G, McLean
• Earls Tysons Corner, 7902 Tysons One Place, McLean VA 22102
• High Point Pub - Whole Foods Market, 1635 Boro Place, McLean
• Starr Hill Brewery, 7730 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons
• Tysons Social Tavern, 1960 Chain Bridge Road, Tysons
• Victory Brewing, 1961 Chain Bridge Road,
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• Yard House, 1660M Galleria at Tysons II, McLean

For those who prefer watching the big game at home with your family and friends, here are two local restaurants offering game day carry-out specials.

• California Tortilla is offering its Gator Tater lineup for a limited time. The lineup includes a Gator Tater Burrito, Bowl, Taco, and Grill Melt, each made with roasted potato hash, grilled mesquite chicken, queso, and the brand’s signature Gator Sauce, available in Mild, Medium, or Hot. The Gator Tater lineup is available at the California Tortilla located at 1961 Chain Bridge Road in Tysons.

• Matchbox – Bar & Pizza Special: Score big on game day with Matchbox's unbeatable offer: spend $20 at the bar and get a free pizza. It's the perfect combo for fans who want to enjoy craft cocktails and delicious pizza while watching the big game. Available at the Matchbox located at 1340 Chain Bridge Road in McLean.