San Antonio Bars and Restaurants are Celebrating Football Season

by Johnnie De La Garza

San Antonio Bars and Restaurants Celebrate Deals, Fun and Big Screen Game Watching

These San Antonio bars and restaurants are favorite game-day destinations to check out: Smashin Crab, River North Ice House, Finnegan’s Sports & Spirits and Embers Wood Fire Restaurants are ready to welcome fans. From $1 wings and ice-cold draft beers to wall-to-wall flat screens, guests can count on unbeatable views and specials at select locations.

NFL football season is back, and Smashin Crab, River North Ice House, Finnegans Sports and Spirits, and Embers Wood Fire Restaurants are the go-to hotspots this season. From $1 wings and ice-cold draft beers to wall-to-wall flat-screen televisions, guests can count on great game-day views and specials at select locations.

Smashin Crab

Smashin Crab is bringing back its fan-favorite $1 wings every Sunday at all three San Antonio locations, now through the end of the NFL football season. To take advantage of this unbeatable deal, guests must purchase 20 wings or more. Starting at kickoff each Sunday, fans are invited to dine in at Smashin Crab, enjoy the games on the restaurant’s flat-screen TVs, and indulge in $1 wings. Football watch parties at home can get in on the action, too. The promotion is available for takeout orders placed through Smashin Crab’s website. In addition to the Sunday promotion, guests can relax and ease into the week ahead with Smashin Crab’s craft cocktails.

Alamo Ranch

11975 Alamo Ranch Parkway, Suite 110, San Antonio, TX 78253
(210) 987-3310

Leon Valley

8910 Bandera Rd, Suite 305, San Antonio, TX 78250
(210) 509-7702

Stone Oak

700 East Sonterra, Suite 1117, San Antonio, TX 78258

(210) 402-3337

HOURS

Sunday – Thursday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

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River North Ice House

Football fans are invited to River North Ice House, the ultimate destination for watch parties. With 20 TVs and two massive LED walls, guests won’t miss a single play. Whether rooting for one team or keeping up with them all, River North showcases every game day in style. Beyond football, guests can enjoy arcade games, live music, and bites from Tacoqueto. To top it off, River North offers an impressive beverage selection, including more than a dozen beers on tap, shareable gallon cocktails, frozen favorites, and non-alcoholic options. Guests also enjoy free parking at River North. For more information and to view the bar’s weekly events, please visit their website.

317 W. Jones Avenue, San Antonio, Texas 78215

(210) 277-0088

HOURS

Mon – Thur: 4 p.m. -2 a.m.

Fri: 2 p.m. -2 a.m.

Sat – Sun: 10:30 a.m. -2 a.m.

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Finnegan’s Sports and Spirits

Best sports bar winner, Finnegan’s brings game day to everyone. This football season, and year-round, guests can kick back with an ice-cold beer or cocktail in hand while catching the latest NFL showdown. Since its inaugural opening in 1997, Finegans has been home to all things sports. With 20 flat-screen TVs surrounding the bar and a surround sound system, guests will feel like they’re right in the stadium. In addition to football entertainment, guests can look forward to happy hour all day Sunday. Featured cocktails on the happy hour menu include $3 three olives vodka, $4 margaritas, $4.50 Irish whisky and more.

16260 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, TX 78232
(210) 495-4717

HOURS

Open Daily from 1 p.m. – 2 a.m.

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Embers Wood Fire Restaurants

Families looking for a more casual game-day outing are encouraged to visit Embers. With two locations in San Antonio, each restaurant offers a unique experience. The Embers location at 819 N Loop 1604 E features over 50 beers on tap and 15 TVs surrounding the restaurant, while the 9818 W Interstate 10 location offers a dozen beers on tap and 9 TVs. Featured cocktails and bites at both locations include the Embers Escape, Top-Shelf Long Islands, smoked mozzarella, wood-fired salmon, and more. At Embers, there’s something for everyone to enjoy while cheering on their favorite team.

San Antonio locals and visitors shouldn’t miss these Football Sunday deals and hangouts. Whether it’s a spot for the guys, a girls’ day out, or family fun, each restaurant offers a memorable experience. Cheers to another football season and may the friendly smack talking begin.

Embers Wood Fire Grill & Bar

9818 I-10 West, San Antonio, TX 78230

(210) 562-3075

Embers Wood Fired Kitchen & Tap

819 N Loop 1604 E

San Antonio, TX 78232

(210) 888-1083

HOURS

Sun – Thur: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Fri – Sat: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m.

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