The teams have been chosen and the big game is just around the corner. The Super Bowl is inarguably the biggest sporting event in America. Each year seems to outdo the previous year with 2017’s Super Bowl raking in a staggering 111-million viewers. Though our beloved Indianapolis Colts won’t be competing, Super Bowl 52 is all set to feature the reigning champion New England Patriots and the newly crowned NFC Champion Philadelphia Eagles. Taking place on Feb. 4, Super Bowl LII will feature Justin Timberlake as the halftime performer, making this year’s event all the more exciting.
If you’re looking to catch the big game at one Indy’s best bars, look no further. We have a list of all the Super Bowl parties held around the city.
Punch Bowl Social
Though Punch Bowl Social is a relatively new addition to the downtown bar landscape, its quickly becoming one of our favorites. They sport plenty of huge TVs, perfect for Super Bowl Sunday festivities. Plus, you can even choose your own game amongst the huge selection of options like billiards, giant jenga, bowling, skee-ball and more. For drinks, try their mystery bag beer for only $3 or go a step up with one of their expertly poured cocktails like their High Fashion featuring grapefruit syrup, fresh squeezed lemon and sparkling wine.
Tappers Arcade Bar
With this Fountain Square hotspot’s huge projection screen, they’ll be showing the Super Bowl in full view. Not only are they offering a great standing room to watch the game, but you can spend those commercial breaks recreating the game on Tappers’ new NFL Blitz game! Test your game predictions by facing off the Eagles and the Patriots in this acclaimed football video game from the mid-90s. Don’t forget to indulge in one of Tappers’ many – and expertly chosen – craft beers on tap.
Mass Ave Pub
Small but mighty, this Mass Ave mainstay is known for having one of the best atmospheres for local sports games. So, why not check them out for the Super Bowl. You’ll definitely want to arrive early, but once you find a spot, you can settle in to watch one of their many TVs. Add to this the unbeatable atmosphere, super friendly staff and a $10 12” pizza special, and you’ve got yourself a heck of a Super Bowl Sunday party.
Kilroy’s Bar N’ Grill
Kilroy’s has a lot of TVs. Seriously, they pride themselves on their ability to offer an unparalleled sports watching experiences. So, what better place to catch the big game than a place where you’re all but guaranteed a prime seat next to a huge HD TV – that is, if you arrive early enough. With locations in both Broad Ripple and downtown, Kilroy’s will have plenty of availability for those looking to munch on their famous pepperoni and mozzarella stuffed breadsticks, only to wash it down with a pitcher of their equally well-known long islands.
Ale Emporium
This Castleton area bar is an excellent choice for Super Bowl Sunday. With a dozen projection screens and over 80 HD TVs – yes, you read that right – every seat is a good seat at Ale Emporium. Every Sunday they offer 20% off all draft beer and $3 Heinekens. This leaves you more money for their utterly delectable, and very famous, Hermanaki wings. If you’re still not satisfied, try one of their Honest Pizzas like the Porky Pig or the Ale Supremo.
The Tap
Sitting at the very start of Mass Ave near downtown, The Tap is a huge beer-centric bar with a massive selection of local craft brews. In fact, their beer list is just as big as their entire food menu – and just as delicious too. With 90 taps and 400 bottled beers, you’ll never run out of options while you watch the Eagles and Patriots compete for Super Bowl glory. P.S. – if you want to get there super early, you can even tackle some of their homemade chicken and waffles for Sunday brunch.
Moe & Johnny’s
This SoBro haunt has that old-school peanut-shells-on-the-floor type of atmosphere, perfect for a Super Bowl party. With a bar lined with TV screens and two massive projection screens to boot, there’s no beating Moe & Johnny’s. If you’re looking for the perfect companion to the big game, their famous smoked wings are not to be missed.
