In the age of the coronavirus pandemic, many of the weekly rituals that sports fans have come to know and love have been jeopardized. With social distancing rules in place, it can be difficult to find a place to watch the game with friends. But fear not, sports fans! Many bars and restaurants have adapted to the new reality and are offering outdoor seating for sports fans to enjoy. In Asheville, North Carolina, nearly all of the more than 50 craft breweries have outdoor seating areas, as does the popular Charleston Sports Bar.In addition, many breweries that don't have their own kitchens receive food trucks in the evenings and on weekends.
To ensure social distancing, seating has been reconfigured to keep customers six feet apart. Masks are required when not eating or drinking, and reservations are becoming a necessity. At Crystal City Sports Pub in Arlington, Virginia, the spacious patio has three screens for watching the game. The televisions in the bar and dining room have been replaced by larger screens to optimize viewing from more angles and allow customers to follow their fantasy teams without getting up or moving. In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Juniper Gardens is offering a 10-foot-high inflatable screen for Eagles games, plus deals on wings and Founders beers.
Caddies is Bethesda's best-known sports bar and encourages jokes among its patrons. Morgan's Pier outdoor bar has several television screens for watching the games and enjoying views of the Delaware River. The German outdoor tavern in Fishtown welcomes sports fans to watch games, drink cold beers and Bavarian dishes on its spacious patio. The Green Room offers a solid range of local and out-of-state craft beers, as well as wine, cocktails and bar food. So if you're looking for a place to watch the game with friends while still following social distancing guidelines, there are plenty of options available! Whether you're an Eagles fan or just looking for a place to watch soccer or baseball with some wings and beer, there's sure to be a bar or restaurant near you that can accommodate your needs.
