Looking for a North Jersey sports bar to watch the game? Try one of these
Love to catch a game on a big screen with fellow sports lovers while enjoying a cold brew and bar grub?
You're in luck. North Jersey has a slew of sports bars that have banks of high-def televisions as well as beefy burgers (not to mention, wonderful wings) and great suds.
So don't hesitate. Go cheer on your team and enjoy a snack -- or meal -- at one of the following fun, friendly and spirited sports bars. You can commiserate a loss or celebrate a win with your fellow sports bar regulars.
Black Bear & Grill, Hoboken
What's better than watching a game accompanied by a juicy burger or savory wings? Black Bear Grill has more than 50 HD TVs plus a can't-miss-a-thing 25-foot high-def screen above the bar. Owner Dave Facey wanted to curate a cozy atmosphere, and so collected pieces from old bars in the Adirondacks and furnished the bar with reclaimed wood, vintage signs and funky antiques. The menu includes sliders, salads, burgers and other entrees, and, on the weekends, there is a Bloody Mary bar. The bar is open Monday, Wednesday and Thursday noon to midnight, Friday and Saturday noon to 3 a.m. and Sunday noon to 2 a.m. Closed Tuesdays.
Go: 205 Washington St., Hoboken; 201-656-5511, blackbearhoboken.com, info@blackbearhoboken.com.
Redd's, Carlstadt
Redd's is just minutes from MetLife Stadium — where the World Cup will be played in 2026. Until then, grab a seat in the dining round surrounded by 35 flat-screen TVs and enjoy such eats as burgers, pasta, pizza, sandwiches and wraps, and perhaps dessert (how does warm brownie a la mode strike you?). Drop in after work and take advantage of Redd's Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., when appetizers are half, house martinis $5 and pizzas $5. Redd's is open every day from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.; it opens at 9 a.m. on football Sundays.
Go: 317 Washington Ave., Carlstadt; 201-933-0015, reddsrestaurant.com.
The Rock Bar & Grill, Clifton
Come for the sports, stay for the wings and beer. The Rock is a favorite of chef Kenny West, a lifelong Clifton resident. "Good food, great people," he told The Record. "They have a pool table, craft beer and a secret apple cider shot that is pretty special." There are 12 LED TVs, and if your team is losing and you need a break, there are seven dart boards. You can even become a VIP member and receive information about exclusive events, exclusive menus and special discounts. For more info, visit their website. The bar is open every day from 11:15 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Go: 414 Main Ave., Clifton; 973-916-1888, therock414.com.
Jimmy Geez, Haledon
This bar has 12 TVs and a full menu that features appetizers including wings, mac and cheese wedges, salads, pizzas, sandwiches, wraps, paninis, cheese melts, and quesadillas. Jimmy Geez is known for its large craft beer selection, and its wings; one year it catered 3,000 pounds of chicken wings for the Super Bowl. The bar also has another location in Oak Ridge. Open every day from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.
Go: 436 Belmont Ave., Haledon; 973-790-9729, 3219 and Route 23 South, Oak Ridge; 973-697-GEEZ (4339). jimmygeez.com
The Beer Spot and Grill, Fort Lee
It should not come as any surprise that The Beer Spot, given its name, has an extensive selection of beers: indeed, 30 tap lines. The sports bar has 35 HD TVs too. Expect elevated pub food, including salads and flatbreads, as well as pasta. They are open Sunday to Wednesday noon to midnight Thursday, noon to 1 a.m., Friday and Saturday noon to 2 a.m.
Go: 2027 Lemoine Ave., Fort Lee; 201-461-9740, thebeerspotandgrill.com.
The Fox & Falcon by David Burke, South Orange
This is one of many New Jersey restaurants owned or overseen by celebrated chef David Burke (others include Ventanas in Fort Lee and 1776 in Morristown). There's a fireplace, something to keep in mind when the weather turns cold. The bar has 10 screens — plus a big-screen projector in an adjourning room. During happy hour, expect discounts on draft beer — there are 25 lines — wine by the quartino and house cocktails. The menu includes deviled eggs, beef tartare, vegan tonkatsu ramen and chicken pot pie. On tap too: live music and entertainment (karaoke, anyone?) on some nights.
Go: 19 Valley St., South Orange; 973-419-6773, thefoxandfalconnj.com.
The Yard, Haledon
The Yard has 11 TVs. Its menu should satisfy just about everybody who enjoys all-American eats including wings, nachos, sandwiches, burgers and tacos. Opens every day at noon. Go: 289 Belmont Ave., Haledon; 973-942-1256, theyardhaledon.com.
Blue 42, Elmwood Park
Blue 42 officially may be a Green Bay Packers bar, but they are open to all other sports fans. The bar is fully decorated in green to represent the Green Bay Packers and every game of the season is played on all its screens. Expect a large crowd whenever the team is playing and be sure to make reservations. It's known for its wings and Italian food. The bar offers a happy hour menu every day from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Go: 158 Market St., Elmwood Park; 201-773-0970, blue42bar.com.
Grasshopper Off the Green, Morristown
Chances are good soccer is playing on one of the TV sets at this bar. It is popular with soccer fanatics. But that doesn't mean you can't catch a football (American) or baseball game at Grasshopper. And while you're at it, get yourself some wings, homemade beef chili and perhaps Reuben sliders.
Go: 41-43 Morris St., Morristown; 973-285-5150, grasshoppermorristown.com.
This article originally appeared on NorthJersey.com: Looking for a North Jersey sports bar to watch the game? Try these
