How to celebrate the Super Bowl with these Charleston eats

From game-day snacks to the best watch parties in town, here’s your guide to celebrating Super Bowl Sunday in Charleston.

hot sauce, barbecue sauce, and seasoning from Lille's on the grill with tongs and a spatula

Grab some local sauces just in time for the Super Bowl.

Photo provided by @lilliesofcharleston

We’re just days away from Super Bowl Sunday, and it’s time to make sure you’re celebrating the right way... with great food. Whether you’re planning a home tailgate, looking for catering options, or searching for the best spots to watch the big game, we’ve got you covered.

Super Bowl LIX quick facts

  • When | Sunday, Feb. 9 at 6:30 p.m.
  • Where | Caesars Superdome in New Orleans
  • Who | Kansas City Chiefs + Philadelphia Eagles
  • Halftime performer | Kendrick Lamar + special guest SZA
  • Where to stream | Fox Carolina, Fubo, Tubi, DirecTV Stream, Sling TV, YouTube TV, Hulu with Live TV

Your local game day menu

Stock up on local favorites for the perfect Super Bowl spread:

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The touchdown trio will be a party favorite.

Photo provided by Rancho Lewis

Catering & pre-order options

Want to skip cooking? These local spots have you covered:

  • Lewis Barbecue | This spot is offering pre-order hickory-smoked chicken wings in Carolina Gold barbecue or honey chipotle.
  • Petit Merci | Available in-store this Thursday, Feb. 8, and Friday, Feb. 9, specials include take-and-bake Italian grinders, buffalo chicken dip, white chicken chili, pimento cheese, Chiefs and Eagles cookies, and old fashioned and espresso martini mixers.
  • Rancho Lewis | Another spot offering hickory-smoked wings but in these flavors: lemon garlic and hatch red chili and don’t forget the touchdown trio.
  • Mex 1 | Perfect for a watch party, you can order pre-made taco boxes, the ultimate triple dipper (chips with queso, guac, and salsa), and build-your-own nachos.
  • Martin’s Bar-B-Que Joint | Try out the smoked wings, spare ribs, and classic Southern starters.
  • Hugh-Baby’s BBQ & Burger Shop | Hosting a party? Try their cheeseburger box, pork box, or fry big box.
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We’re sold with these menu offerings.

Photo by Lawson Builder

Where to watch the game

Prefer to watch the game out? Here are some of the best places to catch the action:

  • Kickin Chicken | Watch the big game at any of its convenient locations. There are plenty of screens and outdoor seating, and the Bobby Fries might just be the best thing ever.
  • Uptown Social | With 40 TVs and four projector screens, this spot offers thin-crust pizza, nachos, and double-fried wings.
  • Bumpa’s | This pub offers four TVs, craft cocktails, local brews, and game-day bites like wings, fries, pretzels with beer cheese, and their famous Scotch eggs.
  • By The Way | Watch the game on plenty of TVs while enjoying fried oysters + caviar, burgers, and shoestring fries.
  • Share House | You’ll love the open-air vibes with drink specials and live music for the big game.
  • Meeting at Market (The Charleston Place) | Limited spots are available for this watch party, featuring buffalo chicken dip, deep-dish pizza sticks, pulled pork sliders, and pigs in a blanket.
  • The Matador | The happy hour menu will be available all day, featuring quesadillas, grande nachos, and street tacos.
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