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Watch the Big Game at these parties in northwest suburbs

Offsides Sports Bar and Grill in Woodstock is a great place to bring friends, as their menu offers a wide variety and has something for everyone.

The Super Bowl matchup is set; the Kansas City Chiefs will face the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Feb. 9 in New Orleans.

If you can’t make it to the Big Easy, bars and restaurants in the northwest suburbs have you covered with plenty of watch parties. Whether you’re cheering on your favorite team or simply enjoying the festivities, this list highlights some great local places to experience the big game.

3D Sideouts Sports Tavern – Island Lake

Watch the game at the enormous 15 foot big screen TV while enjoying the open bar from 5 p.m. until the game ends. The buffet, which is available from 5 p.m. until halftime, includes wings, rigatoni ala vodka, chicken Vesuvio and more. Finish off your meal with a dessert table at halftime. Tickets for this 21 and over event are $60 per person or $100 per couple, and must be purchased online at 3dsideouts.com. 4018 Roberts Road, Island Lake

Offsides Sports Bar & Grill – Woodstock

The Super Sunday Bash kicks off at 5 p.m., with lots of food, drinks and tons of prizes. Food specials include $18 all-you-can-eat pulled pork dinner with mac n' cheese, coleslaw and beans, as well as $15 mix n' match Miller Lite and Coors Light buckets. Additional menu items include gridiron smash burgers, slider trios, pizza and more. Up to $500 in cash and prizes will be awarded every quarter. For more information, visit offsidesbar.com. 680 S. Eastwood Drive, Woodstock

Old Republic Kitchen + Bar – Elgin

Enjoy free beer nuggets with any reservation to watch the game on some of the largest TV screens in the area. The party starts at 4 p.m. and will have beer specials, as well as food and drink party packages that include pizza, wings and beer buckets. For more information or to make a reservation, visit oldrepublicbar.com. 155 S. Randall Road, Elgin

The Spot – Marengo

The Spot will host a New Orleans-themed Super Bowl party at 5:30 p.m. Guests will enjoy food, drink specials, free raffles, games and prizes. For more information, visit The Spot’s Facebook page. 214 S. State St., Marengo

FoxHole Pizza Pub – McHenry

FoxHole will have the game on the big screen, free pizza and appetizer buffet a halftime, in addition to several drink specials. Wear your favorite football’s team gear and win prizes in the Best Dressed NFL Superfan Contest, and raffles every quarter with giveaways. Visit FoxHole’s Facebook page for more information. 3308 W. Elm St., Lower Level, McHenry.

Broken Oar – Barrington

Watch the game in the Broken Oar’s, 3,000 square foot heated barn. The fun kicks off at 2 p.m. with live music from Chicago Tribute Anthology. Free chili and nacho bar at halftime, as well as drink specials. Win Bears gear with raffles every quarter. For more information, visit brokenoar.com. 614 Rawson Bridge Road, Port Barrington

All In Pub & Grub – Holiday Hills

The party begins at 5:30 p.m. with free food throughout the game, as well as specials on beer. Win prizes with several giveaways. Visit their Facebook page for more information. 1502 W. Jones, Holiday Hills.

This list could be updated with additional Super Bowl parties in the area.

Aimee Barrows

Aimee Barrows

Aimee Barrows is the editor of The Scene, Shaw Local News Network's entertainment section. The Scene is your go-to destination for all things fun in Northern Illinois. Prior to The Scene, Aimee was the editor of the Kane County Chronicle for five years, and a freelance reporter for Shaw Media for four years.