The New England Patriots are in the Super Bowl for the umpteenth time.
At least it feels that way. The Tom Brady / Bill Belichick Patriots will be seeking to hoist up the Lombardi Trophy for the sixth time come Sunday at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
The Eagles are 0-2 in their previous Super Bowl appearances.
Kickoff is 3:30 p.m.
Super Bowl LII will air on NBC with must-see TV halftime show featuring Justin Timberlake and, of course, the commercials. NBC will receive about $5 million for a 30-second spot, according to Sports Illustrated.
As for a local flavor, New England wide receiver Brandin Cooks is from Stockton (Lincoln High) – he’s one of Brady’s favorite targets – while Eagles back-up quarterback Nate Sudfeld is from Modesto (Modesto Christian).
Here’s a few places in the area to catch the big game:
Manteca
Shooters Wings & Things, 1464 W. Yosemite Ave., will be open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. with plenty of big screen televisions to catch the game and all the other Super Bowl happenings. Information: 209.825.8787.
Strings Bar & Grill, 680 N. Main St., is the casual and relaxing hangout place to watch the Super Bowl. Information: 209.239.0378.
Rookies Bar & Grill, 1251 E. Yosemite Ave., inside the Manteca Family Fun Center is open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday. Featured here are plenty of TVs and a full menu with plenty of drink options. Information: 209.824.2889.
Pete’s Restaurant & Brewhouse, 881 Lifestyle St., is one option for those craving a good Philly cheesesteak while rooting on the Eagles. Pete’s also offers handmade pizzas, burgers, sandwiches, pastas and plenty of side dishes, to name a few, not to mention a broad selection of beers, cocktails and wines. Information: 209.825.4200.
Stockton
Taps Bar & Grill, 222 N. El Dorado St., will be celebrating Super Bowl with food and beer specials. Taps offers a good selection of the pour-your-own-beer, imported and domestic, along with craft brews. Information: 209.948.4005.
Finnegan’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, 6002 Pacific Ave., will kick off Super Bowl Sunday with brunch coupled with a special menu highlighting the Patriots and Eagles. Information: 209.951.4782.
Valley Brewing Co., 157 W. Adams St., is again offering Super Bowl Sunday specials during the game. Information: 209.464.2739.
Fat’s Bar & Grill, 4555 N. Pershing Ave. Ste. 22, is having great specials to celebrate the biggest game of the year. The menu includes oysters, pizzas loaded with a variety of toppings, fresh salads, half-pound cheeseburger and an 18-slice BLT. Information: 209.473.3281.
The Graduate Restaurant & Bar, 2207 Country Club Blvd., has plenty of TVs to go along with a menu of pizzas, sandwiches and a full bar. Information: 209.463.1669.
Modesto
Rivets American Grill, 23078 Oakdale Rd., is “where the beer is cold, the whiskey is old – great food and great times,” according to the Facebook post. Information: 209.846.0501.
Bookies Sports Bar & Lounge, 2020 Standiford Ave., is open at 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sunday. Offered here are a wide variety of food, 14 to 16 beers on tap, and TVs featuring an 80-inch screen. Information: 209.521.1644.
The Other Place, 2003 Yosemite Blvd., is a sports-themed pizzeria chain with TVs place a menu featuring pies, wings, beer and more. Information: 209.524.2450.
The Running Iron, 516 McHenry Ave., has two shuffle board tables, pool tables, and darts, in the event of a blow-out game. Information: 209.579.9209.
Manteca, nearby options for Super Bowl fans