Football season is here, and there are tons of great sports bars around Manalapan to watch the game and cheer for your favorite team. If you’re looking for a spot to hangout on game day, try one of our favorite sports bars in the Manalapan area.   

Johnny Mac House of Spirits
208 Main Street, Asbury Park, New Jersey 07712  
(732) 776-6666 

 About Johnny Mac: Serving free pizza all day every day, Johnny Mac House of Spirits is a popular Irish pub on the main strip in Asbury Park. Come for their wide draft selection, quirky vintage décor, and incredible specials. Stay to watch the game, play a round of skeeball, and relax after a long day at the office.

When to Go: There’s no better cure for the Monday blues than cheap beer and Monday Night Football at Johnny Mac House of Spirits. If you work in the service industry, Miller Light drafts are $2 every Monday from 8 p.m.-close as part of their Industry Night special.

What to Get: When you purchase a drink at Johnny Mac, you’ll get a voucher for a free personal cheese pizza that’s crisp, delicious, and cooked to perfection. Like Johnny Mac House of Spirits on Facebook to find out more.


Maggie’s Restaurant & Nightclub

145 Country Club Drive, Lakewood, New Jersey 08701
(732) 363-8125 ext. 11

About Maggie’sMaggie’s Restaurant & Nightclub has three venues in one place, making it a great spot for private parties, happy hour, and more. Whether you hang out at Maggie’s Underground, Maggie’s Uptown, or Maggie’s Tiki Bar, you can expect delicious food and friendly service at each venue.

When to Go: At the end of a long week, head to Maggie’s for $2.25 Coors Light pints, $3.25 Coors Light bottles, and $3.50 well drinks during Finally Friday Happy Hour from 4-7 p.m. You can also get a large plain pizza for $9 from 4-8 p.m. if you dine in. 

What to Get: Maggie’s Restaurant & Nightclub has incredible appetizers, like Irish nachos with cheddar jack, bacon, scallions, and season chicken breasts piled high on a bed of potato pancakes. Their huge portions are perfect for splitting with friends, especially during happy hour or Football Sunday. Like them on Facebook to keep up with their latest specials.


Moore’s Tavern & Sports Bar
402 West Main Street, Freehold, New Jersey 07728
(732) 863-0555

About Moore’s Tavern: People pack into Moore’s Tavern & Sports Bar for tasty pub grub, great live music, and generous happy hour specials night after night. This Freehold watering hole upholds the warm, rustic character of the inn that opened in 1787, offering a cozy atmosphere, an incredible draft list, and delicious food to help you unwind after a long day.

When to Go: Moore’s Tavern is the place to be on Tuesday. Why? You can enjoy two hamburgers for the price of one during their Burger Tuesday special.

What to Get: Few items are more satisfying on the menu at Moore’s Tavern than the Jersey Burger with grilled pork roll and American cheese. Served with a heaping side of French fries, the Jersey Burger is crafted with quality in every bite. Like Moore’s Tavern & Sports Bar on Facebook to keep up with their events and specials.


Fireside Grill & Bar

133 South Main Street Marlboro, New Jersey 07746
(732) 780-7900

About Fireside Grill & Bar: With delicious food, a wide beer selection, and televisions perfect for watching football, Fireside Grill and Bar is packed every night of the week. You can’t go wrong with anything on their menu, which offers everything from wings to salads to half-pound burgers.

When to Go: Fireside Grill serves $2.50 domestic pints and $4 imports and crafts every Monday – Thursday from 12-7 p.m. Starting at 3 p.m., they throw in specials like $3 house wine and $5 well drinks.  Fireside Grill extends their happy hour to 8 p.m. every Friday at the barside.

What to Get: Fireside Grill & Bar prepares fresh Southern barbeque the old-fashioned way. When you’ve worked up an appetite, get a full rack of bourbon bacon crusted ribs with French fries and coleslaw. Like Fireside Grille & Bar on Facebook to learn more.

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