When the Big Game is played on Feb. 13 this year, it'll draw an audience ranging from die-hard football fans to the most casual observers. Crowning the champ of the NFL has become a yearly national event, with fans gathering to watch and then comparing notes about the most exciting plays and the best ads at work the next day. 

One of the best ways to catch the Big Game is by gathering with friends or family at a local Bakersfield sports bar, where you'll often find Big Game specials on food and/or drink. Our agents recommend watching the Big Game on Feb. 13 at one of the following sports bars.

• Firestone Grill - 3501 California Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93309
  Conveniently located near downtown Bakersfield, Firestone Grill has many big-screen TVs so you'll have a great view of the game. The grill's focus is on BBQ dishes, including their tri-tip sandwich served on a French roll, their BBQ chicken breasts, and tacos filled with tri-tip or chicken. You'll also find a large selection of draft beers in addition to cocktails and whiskeys, vodka, and more.
  
  
• Rock and Wings - 2180 White Ln., Bakersfield, CA 93304 and 2858 Niles St., Bakersfield, CA 93306
  Rock and Wings has two locations in Bakersfield to choose from and lives up to its name with plenty of rock memorabilia on display. Even the tables are colorful collages of musical artists like Elvis and Little Richard. The wings take center stage and can be ordered bone-in or boneless with your choice of sauces including mango habanero or chile and lime. Order 10 in a combo with a side like mac 'n' cheese or fries, or order 20 to share as you watch the game. A wide variety of beers, including IPAs and micheladas, are also available.
  
  
• Lengthwise: The Pub - 2900 Calloway Dr., Bakersfield, CA 93312
  Stop by Lengthwise: The Pub to watch the Big Game and enjoy your choice of 24 drafts, many of which are brewed by Lengthwise Brewing Company, an award-winning brewer in Bakersfield. The food is a great accompaniment to the beer, with sandwiches served on homemade beer bread, baked gorgonzola bacon mac 'n' cheese, and more. And if you'd rather try something non-alcoholic, Lengthwise brews its own rootbeer.
  
  
• Corner Pocket - 3216 Ming Ave. #B, Bakersfield, CA 93304
  Corner Pocket, located off the 99, is known for its big-screen projector TV and televised games, in addition to its 21 regulation pool tables. Take a break from the Big Game and shoot some pool, throw darts, or play some tunes on their state-of-the-art online jukebox. Try a cold Bud Light and Corner Pocket's 8 Ball Special sandwich, and if you need a break from all the cheering, head out to the brick patio to enjoy your meal.
  
  
• Just Wing It - The Marketplace - 9000 Ming Ave. E5, Bakersfield, CA 93311
  The normal crowd for a sporting event at Just Wing It is loud and fun, so the volume will probably be turned up for the Big Game. Wings are available as boneless or traditional and in sizes ranging from 10 to 50—enough for a big table to share. The rest of the menu is filled with good choices, so try a gourmet burger, sandwich, wrap, chicken strips, or flatbread pizza and order some craft beers to enjoy with your meal and the game.

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