Where in Merced County you can watch the 49ers-Eagles playoff game on Sunday
If the San Francisco 49ers are going to play Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara next month, they’re going to have to show up and play well on Sunday in Philadelphia.
If you want to show up to a restaurant or bar to watch the Wild Card playoff game, we’ve tracked down some Merced County spots to consider.
The 49ers will take on the defending Super Bowl champion Eagles . Kickoff is scheduled for 1:30 p.m.
Here’s a look at some of the more popular sports bars and other Merced County businesses where 49ers fans can join to watch the game. Just remember, you’d better show up early to get a good spot.
The Mainzer, Merced
The Mainzer Theater has been one of the city’s key architectural hallmarks since its construction in the 1930s. The restaurant and bar offers comfort food, craft cocktails, a regional beer wall and more, according to its Facebook bio. It’ll be showing the game on a huge screen in its stage area.
Location: 655 W Main St., Merced
Phone: 209-446-4001
Online: themainzer.com
La Tia Juana, Merced
The sports bar, which opened last summer, will be showing every game during Wild Card weekend. The bar will have several specials during the 49ers game, including $13 quesadillas, $14 bacon cheeseburgers and $3.50 for a pint of Coors Light. And if the game gets boring, you can head next door to the Regal Hollywood Cinema and watch a movie.
Location: 425 W Main St, Merced
Phone: 209-325-4466
Online: latiajuanamerced.com
Lupian’s Mexican Restaurant, Merced
Enjoy some yummy Mexican food and take in the game. And if the 49ers lose, you can drown your sorrows with $5 Therapists or a $25 bucket of bottled beer. Just make sure you have a designated driver to get you home safely.
Location: 3355 G St Merced
Phone: 209-726-1656
Online: https://shorturl.at/QwU3T
Joystiq
Joystiq is an NFL lover’s dream, showing every game on Wild Card weekend. It features food, drink specials, big-screen TVs and an arcade (if the game gets boring).
Location: 325 W Main St, Merced
Phone: 209-455-3300
Online: www.joystiqmerced.com
Jams@209 Sports Bar & Grill
According to its website, there’s not a bad spot in the place to watch a game. Its TVs give “a 360° view of the action.” There are three locations in the Central Valley — Atwater, Los Banos and Turlock.
Los Banos Location: 516 I St, Los Banos, 209-710-9136
Atwater Location: 591 Bellevue Rd, Atwater, 209-358-5267
Online: jamssportsbar.com
17th Street Public House
This spot has been locally owned and operated since 2013, according to its Instagram profile. It has 4.5 stars on Yelp and is known for its quality beer selection.
Location: 315 W Main Street, Merced
Phone: 209-354-4449
Online: https://shorturl.at/k35xa
O’Ryleigh’s Tavern
You may be expecting to watch a different kind of “football” at this Irish pub. Here you can enjoy a pint and watch American football. You’ll want to come back in March when Ireland attempts to qualify for the World Cup (that’s soccer, folks).
Location: 1730 Canal St, Merced
Phone: 209-233-9599
Online: https://shorturl.at/fT0T3
Una Más Taproom
This craft beer taproom just opened last week. If you’re looking to check out a new space while watching the game, this is the spot.
Location: 420 W Main Street, Merced
Phone: NA
Online: www.instagram.com/unamastaproom
