Touchdown Taste Buds: A Las Vegas Guide to Football Season Feasting
Listen up, pigskin enthusiasts and culinary quarterbacks! Football season has kicked off in Sin City, and we have a lineup of MVP-worthy eats and drinks that’ll make you forget all about that summer beach bod you never quite achieved.
First, let's go down to SAHARA Las Vegas, where they’re running a full-season offense of events and promos that’ll have you cheering louder than a Browns fan who just saw their team complete a forward pass. Their secret weapon? Chickie’s & Pete’s, the reigning champ of sports bars (according to ESPN, and who are we to argue with the worldwide leader in sports?).
It’s Saturday morning, you’re nursing a hangover from last night’s "one more drink" that turned into five, and suddenly you remember – college football starts in an hour! Fear not, because Chickie’s & Pete’s serves a “football breakfast” from 8:30 to 11 a.m. on weekends.
With 50 massive HDTVs, you’ll feel like you’re right there on the field – minus the risk of being tackled by a 300-pound lineman. And let’s not forget the VIP seating packages that include food and beverage credits.
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Photo: Chickie & Pete's[/caption]
Next up, we’re heading off-Strip to The Composers Room, where they’re orchestrating a symphony of savings every Sunday. Doors open at 9:30 a.m.
During the first half, they offer half off all appetizers, burgers, and chicken sandwiches. It’s like they’re daring you to maintain your calorie deficit. Challenge accepted! And for you basic bros out there, domestic beers are a dollar off, with buckets available for a Jackson. (That’s $20 for you millennials who’ve never seen paper money.)
But here’s the kicker – if you’re a Miami or Buffalo fan (we’re not here to judge your life choices), your first Bud Light is on the house if you wear team gear. Now, that’s what we call a win-win!
If you’re looking to carb-load like it’s the night before a marathon (of watching football), Tony Gemignani’s got you covered. This guy has won more pizza awards than Tom Brady has rings, and he’s slinging pies at Pizza Rock in Downtown Vegas and Slice House inside Green Valley Ranch Resort & Spa.
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Photo: Slice House[/caption]
For those who like to mix their sports with a side of gambling (aka, just about every Las Vegas resident), Tailgate Social at Palace Station is your new Sunday home. They open at 9 a.m. on weekends because, apparently, we’ve all collectively decided that “it’s 5 o’clock somewhere” applies to morning hours, too.
And here’s the real game-changer: every table gets assigned a Raiders player at kickoff. When your guy scores, you get a free shot. It’s like fantasy football, but with more immediate and liver-damaging rewards!
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Image: Tailgate Social/Palace Station[/caption]
Last but not least, for those willing to venture to Henderson, there’s the Raiders Tavern & Grill at M Resort. It’s the only NFL-affiliated restaurant in the country, which means the food has been tackled and ruled safe for consumption by actual football players.
Open until 3 a.m. daily, it’s perfect for those “I can’t believe we lost” consolation meals or “Holy cow, we actually won” victory feasts. With over 45 HDTVs and enough Raiders memorabilia to make Al Davis rise from the grave, it’s a silver-and-black paradise. You might even spot a player or two – just try not to spill your beer when asking for an autograph.
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Image: Raiders Tavern[/caption]
So there you have it, folks – your guide to navigating the caloric minefield that is football season in Las Vegas. Now get out there and support your local eateries. It’s practically your civic duty.
SAHARA’s Hail Mary Play
First, let's go down to SAHARA Las Vegas, where they’re running a full-season offense of events and promos that’ll have you cheering louder than a Browns fan who just saw their team complete a forward pass. Their secret weapon? Chickie’s & Pete’s, the reigning champ of sports bars (according to ESPN, and who are we to argue with the worldwide leader in sports?).
It’s Saturday morning, you’re nursing a hangover from last night’s "one more drink" that turned into five, and suddenly you remember – college football starts in an hour! Fear not, because Chickie’s & Pete’s serves a “football breakfast” from 8:30 to 11 a.m. on weekends.
With 50 massive HDTVs, you’ll feel like you’re right there on the field – minus the risk of being tackled by a 300-pound lineman. And let’s not forget the VIP seating packages that include food and beverage credits.
[caption id="attachment_64191" align="aligncenter" width="800"]
Photo: Chickie & Pete's[/caption]The Composers Room: Where Music Meets Motion
Next up, we’re heading off-Strip to The Composers Room, where they’re orchestrating a symphony of savings every Sunday. Doors open at 9:30 a.m.
During the first half, they offer half off all appetizers, burgers, and chicken sandwiches. It’s like they’re daring you to maintain your calorie deficit. Challenge accepted! And for you basic bros out there, domestic beers are a dollar off, with buckets available for a Jackson. (That’s $20 for you millennials who’ve never seen paper money.)
But here’s the kicker – if you’re a Miami or Buffalo fan (we’re not here to judge your life choices), your first Bud Light is on the house if you wear team gear. Now, that’s what we call a win-win!
Pizza Perfection with Tony G
If you’re looking to carb-load like it’s the night before a marathon (of watching football), Tony Gemignani’s got you covered. This guy has won more pizza awards than Tom Brady has rings, and he’s slinging pies at Pizza Rock in Downtown Vegas and Slice House inside Green Valley Ranch Resort & Spa.
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Photo: Slice House[/caption]Tailgate Social: Where Every Touchdown is a Shot
For those who like to mix their sports with a side of gambling (aka, just about every Las Vegas resident), Tailgate Social at Palace Station is your new Sunday home. They open at 9 a.m. on weekends because, apparently, we’ve all collectively decided that “it’s 5 o’clock somewhere” applies to morning hours, too.
And here’s the real game-changer: every table gets assigned a Raiders player at kickoff. When your guy scores, you get a free shot. It’s like fantasy football, but with more immediate and liver-damaging rewards!
[caption id="attachment_64194" align="aligncenter" width="800"]
Image: Tailgate Social/Palace Station[/caption]Raiders Tavern & Grill: Dine with the Pros (Maybe)
Last but not least, for those willing to venture to Henderson, there’s the Raiders Tavern & Grill at M Resort. It’s the only NFL-affiliated restaurant in the country, which means the food has been tackled and ruled safe for consumption by actual football players.
Open until 3 a.m. daily, it’s perfect for those “I can’t believe we lost” consolation meals or “Holy cow, we actually won” victory feasts. With over 45 HDTVs and enough Raiders memorabilia to make Al Davis rise from the grave, it’s a silver-and-black paradise. You might even spot a player or two – just try not to spill your beer when asking for an autograph.
[caption id="attachment_64192" align="aligncenter" width="800"]
Image: Raiders Tavern[/caption]So there you have it, folks – your guide to navigating the caloric minefield that is football season in Las Vegas. Now get out there and support your local eateries. It’s practically your civic duty.