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Watching Super Bowl LVII in CLT? Check out these food and drink specials for the big game.

Sweetwater Sports Bar and Grill is a popular spot in Lake Wylie for sports fans.
Sweetwater Sports Bar and Grill is a popular spot in Lake Wylie for sports fans. tkimball@heraldonline.com

Super Bowl LVII — the most-viewed television event of the year — is just around the corner, where the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs will battle for the NFL title on Sunday, Feb. 12.

The game will air at 6:30 p.m. on FOX, which is available on cable and most TV streaming services.

If you’re looking to get out of the house to watch the game in Charlotte and take advantage of some great deals on food and drinks, we’ve got plenty of options.

Here are some places to watch the Eagles and Chiefs battle it out in the Super Bowl in the Charlotte area:

Just for Chiefs or Eagles fans

Steamers Sports Pub

Location: 1513 Pierson Dr., Charlotte, NC 28205

What to try: Appetizers such as homestyle pub chips, jalapeno poppers and fried okra.

What to know: The restaurant was filled with Eagles fans Sunday afternoon as their team dominated the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship game, an employee at the restaurant said. You can expect another sea of green as the Eagles look to claim their second-ever Super Bowl trophy.

Tyber Creek Pub

Location: 1933 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28203

What to try: The reuben, with braised corn beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and thousand island dressing on rye bread.

What to know: As the unofficial Kansas City Chiefs bar of Charlotte, there will be a lot of fans wearing Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce jerseys as the team returns to the biggest game of the season for the second time in three seasons.

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12th Man Sports Pub

Location: 12206 Copper Way #124, Charlotte, NC 28277

What to try: One of the six artisan pizzas on the menu, or build your own 10- or 16-inch pie.

What to know: The menu also includes beer on tap, wine, cocktails, mules and martinis ranging from $4 to $13.

All American Pub

Location: 200 E. Bland St., Charlotte, NC 28203

What to try: Fried pickles, Philly cheesesteak or chicken caesar wrap.

What to know: Sunday specials include $3 mimosas, $3 Bud Lights and $5 Panther shots.

Angry Ale’s

Location: 1518 Montford Dr, Charlotte, NC 28209

What to try: All-you-can-eat boneless wings for $15.99, or a rack of ribs with slaw and fries for $24 on game day.

What to know: The restaurant is offering pick-up specials on sliders and wing platters, with prices ranging from $13-$90. Orders can be through the ChowNow app, or by phone at 704-565-3663. Pick-ups before noon on Super Bowl Sunday must be placed by 5 p.m. the day before.

Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar

Location: 1626 East Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28203

Location: 15105 John J. Delaney Dr. Suite A, Charlotte, NC 28277

Location: 8915 Christenbury Pkwy. #70, Concord, NC 28027

Location: 8625-A Lindholm Dr., Huntersville, NC 28078

Location: 2211 E. Franklin Blvd. Suite #120, Gastonia, NC 28054

Location: 279 Williamson Rd. C, Mooresville, NC 28117

What to try: The smokehouse burger, with pulled pork, pepper jack cheese, onion straws, lettuce, tomato and BBQ sauce.

What to know: For a limited time, Bad Daddy’s is offering its Buffalo wings, made with truffle-infused Buffalo sauce. The wings will be available in family-pack size, and the restaurant will offer free delivery on Feb. 12. Order online.

Brazwells

Location: 1627 Montford Dr., Charlotte, NC 28209

What to try: The smokehouse burger, or if you want to satisfy your sweet tooth, the Oreo cheesecake.

What to know: Sunday specials include $5 24-ounce Bud Lights, $2 mimosas and $4 Bloody Marys.

Dilworth Grille

Location: 911 E. Morehead St., Charlotte, NC 28204

What to try: Shareables like the Dilworth crab cakes and steak nachos are solid choices.

What to know: The covered patio has plenty of seating and 16 flat-screen LED TVs, perfect for watching the big game.

Divine Barrel Brewing

Location: 3701 N. Davidson St., Charlotte, NC 28205

What to try: Owner Ben Dolphens will be grilling hamburgers and hot dogs for a recommended $5 per plate, which will go directly to Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina. You can also sample one of more than 20 beers in the taproom.

What to know: The brewery will be hosting a raffle for anyone who donates $5. The winner will receive a signed pair of cleats and gloves from Carolina Panthers center Bradley Bozeman.

Duckworth’s Grill & Taphouse

Location: 14015 Conlan Dr., Charlotte, NC 28277

Location: 330 N. Tryon St., Charlotte, NC 28202

Location: 9805-D Sandy Rock Pl., Charlotte, NC 28277

Location: 4625 Piedmont Row Dr., Suite 115A, Charlotte, NC 28210

Location: 16609 Statesville Rd., Huntersville, NC 28078

Location: 560 River Hwy., Mooresville, NC 28117

What to try: The smokehouse Philly, with chopped jalapeno bacon, grilled onions, BBQ sauce and pepper jack cheese and topped with crispy onion straws.

What to know: Duckworth’s is offering $3.95 draft beers at all locations on Super Bowl Sunday. You can pre-order wings from now until Feb. 11 by calling the restaurant to schedule a pickup time on Sunday. You can also get a large one-topping pizza and 32-ounce crowler for $15, or two large one-topping pizzas and two 32-ounce crowlers for $25.

Fox & Hound

Location: 8711 Lindholm Dr., Huntersville, NC 28078

What to try: Recently-added menu items such as the Nashville hot chicken pizza or the Jack Daniels Burger.

What to know: There is another Fox & Hound location in Northlake.

Grace O’Malley’s

Location: 157 N. Trade St., Matthews, NC 28105

What to try: Irish staples like the corn beef poutine, chips and curry, lamb burger and Maureen’s Shepherd’s Pie.

What to know: Grace O’Malley’s is an Irish pub, but also features American cuisine, vegetarian options and a kids menu.

Reuben at Grace O’Malley’s.
Reuben at Grace O’Malley’s. Sara Kendall CharlotteFive

Hickory Tavern

Location: 9010 Harris Corners Pkwy., Charlotte, NC 28269

Location: 12210 Copper Way Suite 212, Charlotte, NC 28277

Location: 11504 Providence Rd. Suite N, Charlotte, NC 28277

Location: 13545 Steelecroft Pkwy. Suite 150, Charlotte, NC 28278

Location: 6455 Old Monroe Rd. Suite B-21, Indian Trail, NC 28079

Location: 6400 Weddington Rd. Suite H, Wesley Chapel, NC 28104

Location: 1925 Hoffman Rd., Gastonia, NC 28054

Location: 115 Morrison Plantation Pkwy., Mooresville, NC 28117

Location: 2674 Celanese Rd. Suite 101, Rock Hill, SC 29732

Location: 8364 Charlotte Hwy., Fort Mill, SC 29707

What to try: The shrimp po-boy, with hand-breaded fried shrimp, lettuce, tomato, pickles and Cajun remoulade.

What to know: For $30, you can enjoy Hickory Tavern’s Super Bowl buffet, which will include all-you-can-eat wings and a nacho bar. One lucky guest at each location will also win free wings for an entire year.

Jackalope Jacks

Location: 1801 Commonwealth Ave., Charlotte, NC 28205

What to try: The fish and chips, short rib grilled cheese or buffalo chicken sandwich.

What to know: If you’re in the mood for a hearty meal when you wake up on Super Bowl Sunday, check out the restaurant’s brunch options on its website.

Jack’s Corner Tap

Location: 8301 Magnolia Estates Dr., Cornelius, NC 28031

What to try: The “Corner Tap Burger,” topped with caramelized onions, crispy bacon and gorgonzola cheese.

What to know: Sunday specials include $5 Ketel One, $2.50 Miller Lite draft and $2 mimosas.

Kickback Jack’s

Location: 123 Ervin Rd., Mooresville, NC 28117

What to try: Appetizers like the Tavern Nachos, bacon cheese fries, fried pickles or Philly cheesesteak egg rolls.

What to know: There are more than 50 big screen, high definition TVs at Kickback Jack’s, so there’s no bad seat in the house to watch the game.

Selwyn Pub

Location: 2801 Selwyn Ave., Charlotte, NC 28209

What to try: The wings or the Selwyn slider that features a juicy angus check with bacon, pepper jack cheese, onions and chipotle aioli.

What to know: The heated outdoor patio is a prime spot to watch the game, since temperatures are expected to drop below freezing.

Sports Page Food & Spirits

Location: 7490 Waterside Crossing Blvd., Denver, NC 28037

What to try: The “famous” baby back ribs, slow smoked in a special seasoning sauce, chargrilled to order and served with fried and cole slaw.

What to know: The menu at Sports Page also includes beers on tap, a huge wine selection and lots of mixed drink options.

STATS

Location: 2425 David Cox Rd., Charlotte, NC 28269

What to try: The Buffalo or lemon pepper wings, fried or grilled, or the “dirty fries” (seasoned fries loaded with beef, chicken or Philly meat, cheese sauce, green onions and peppers).

What to know: The dress code is business casual, meaning flip-flops, slippers, excessively oversized clothing and revealing attire are not allowed.

Sweetwater Sports Bar & Grill

Location: 4582 Charlotte Hwy., Lake Wylie, SC 29710

What to try: The “over-the-top” nachos, Buffalo chicken wontons or shrimp po boy.

What to know: You can call the restaurant at 803-831-1788 to pre-order a wings platter. With more than 20 sauce flavors, it may be hard to choose just one.

Sweetwater Sports Bar & Grill cheeseburger.
Sweetwater Sports Bar & Grill cheeseburger. Sweetwater Sports Bar & Grill

Twin Peaks

Location: 8601 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord, NC 28027

What to try: The bacon burger, topped with Sriracha pimento cheese, bacon, lettuce, tomato, mustard, mayo and served with seasoned French fries.

What to know: The first 100 guests will receive an entry onto the Twin Peaks square board. Guests can win a gift card during each quarter. Plus, guests who go to the restaurant for the Super Bowl will receive a free chips & queso bounce-back card that will be valid from Feb 13-19.

VBGB

Location: 920 Hamilton St., Charlotte, NC 28206

What to try: The grilled jumbo pretzel with beer cheese or “totchos” (tater tots with cheese, black bean corn salsa, creamy sriracha honey, sour cream and jalapenos).

What to know: Patrons can park in the parking deck across the street. Just tell the attendant you’re visiting VBGB and staff will validate your ticket with any purchase.

Potato Latkes from VBGB
Potato Latkes from VBGB

Super Bowl takeout specials

Want to watch at home? Check out these local takeout specials and deals from Charlotte-area restaurants:

Bossy Beulah’s

Location: 2200 Freedom Dr., Charlotte, NC 28208

What to try: The Beaut – Joyce Farms fried chicken breast, pickles, Duke’s mayo on a Copain bun.

What to know: The restaurant offers a variety of Bossy Boxes, perfect for feeding a large crowd. Prices range from $20-$135. Place your order online.

Midwood Smokehouse

Location: 540 Brandywine Rd., Charlotte, NC 28209

Location: 1401 Central Ave., Charlotte, NC 28205

Location: 12410 Johnston Rd., Charlotte, NC 28277

Location: 16710 Birkdale Village Commons Pkwy., Huntersville, NC 28078

What to try: The Carolina pork barbecue plate, served with Hickory smoked chopped pork and dressed in eastern N.C. vinegar sauce.

What to know: Midwood Smokehouse is offering party packs, which include two meats, two sides. Takeout orders can be placed by calling the restaurant 24 hours in advance.

Noble Smoke

Location: 2216 Freedom Dr., Charlotte, NC 28208

What to try: The chopped Chesire pork or Joyce Farms pulled BBQ chicken paired with a drink from their extensive selection of wines and cocktails.

What to know: Noble Smoke is offering a package with two racks of Cheshire pork ribs, four pounds of smoked Joyce Farm wings and a half pan of mac & cheese for $270. Place your pre-order online and pick it up on Sunday.

For Super Bowl LVI, Noble Smoke is offering a package with two pounds of smoked wings, one rack of St. Louis-style ribs, and one quart of mac and cheese for $128.
For Super Bowl LVI, Noble Smoke is offering a package with two pounds of smoked wings, one rack of St. Louis-style ribs, and one quart of mac and cheese for $128. LunahZon Photography

VIVA Chicken

Location: 6461 Old Monroe Rd., Indian Trail, NC 28079

Location: 4500 Park Rd., Charlotte, NC 28209

Location: 1617 Elizabeth Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204

Location: 12206 Copper Way, Charlotte, NC 28277

Location: 11641 Waverly Center Dr., Charlotte, NC 28277

Location: 9695 Red Stone Dr., Indian Land, SC 29707

Location: 2205 E. Franklin Blvd., Gastonia, NC 28054

Location: 8694 Concord Mills Blvd., Concord, NC 28027

Location: 9121 Sam Furr Rd., Huntersville, NC 28078

What to try: The Arroz Chaufa (Peruvian Fried Rice) with a drizzle of the restaurant’s signature, housemade Aji Amarillo (mild, yellow) or Huacatay (medium, green) sauces.

What to know: VIVA Chicken is offering catering meals with a 1/4 chicken meal with 2-3 sides ($12-13 per person), platters of its famous sandwiches or quinoa stuffed avocado ($37-65), or a la cart chicken and side platters ($37-80) that serve up to 20 people. Place an order online.

This story was originally published January 24, 2023 at 6:00 AM.

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Evan Moore
The Charlotte Observer
Evan Moore is a service journalism reporter for the Charlotte Observer. He grew up in Denver, North Carolina, where he previously worked as a reporter for the Denver Citizen, and is a UNC Charlotte graduate.
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