Where to watch the Super Bowl at WDW???

[HHMcG]

This is my very first post! I had no clue where to put this. Hope this is ok?!?

Husband and I will be in Disney over super bowl weekend. We are both huge football fans. Anyone have any suggestions as to where we should watch the big game?!? I am thinking the ESPN club on the boardwalk, but I didn't know if there were any other good ideas.
Anyone else been there for the Super Bowl in the past? How was it?
TIA - Heather

 

[MAGICinMYHEART]

HHMcG,

First WELCOME TO THE DIS BOARDS,

Other then in a suite at the VWL or BWV the ESPN Club would be the only place I would even consider.

ESPN Club features 100 screens -- there are even TVs in the bathrooms! -- with all of the latest sporting events. There are regularly scheduled Trivia Nights and Sports Talk Live! shows, with live ESPN sports hosts bringing celebrity interviews, game analysis and sports trivia contests. They also feature NFL Playoff games, up to the Super Bowl. On the menu, you'll find the usual suspects: sandwiches, burgers and fries, plus, a variety of salads. Call 407-939-1177 for more information.

ESPN Menu
Menu Date: April 2003
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RESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED
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407-939-5100

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Warm Ups
Red Wings - Mild, Hot, Flame or BBQ; $8.99 Bucket $19.99
ESPN Dingers - breaded chicken tenderloins tossed in mild, hot, flame or barbecue sauce, served with celery and blue cheese dressing $7.99
Macho Nachos - crispy corn tortilla chips piled high and topped with spicy ground beef, shredded cheddar cheese, fresh pico de Gallo, sour cream, and sliced jalapenos $6.99
Overtime Fries - crispy, seasoned fries topped with shredded cheddar cheese, spicy ground beef, pico de Gallo, sour cream, and jalapenos $6.99
Sideline Fries - generous portion of crispy fries $2.99
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Trophy Case
Boo-Yeah Chili - tender chunks of sirloin, freshly ground beef, sweet peppers and vine-ripened tomatoes, all simmered in some secret infusions, accompanied by an ESPN crisp cracker $5.99
Patriot Clam Chowder - thick, rich, cream-based soup loaded with hearty clams and potatoes, accompanied by oyster crackers $5.99
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Field of Greens
Chicken on the Field - breaded chicken tenders tossed in mild sauce, served over a bed of crisp Romaine hearts and topped with gorgonzola cheese $10.99
Chicken Caesar Salad - crisp Romaine hearts and garlic croutons tossed in classic Caesar dressing, topped with chilled grilled chicken breast $9.99
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Starting Line-up
Upper Deck Hot Roast Beef and Cheese - Thinly sliced roast beef topped with melted Swiss cheese on a freshly baked roll, and served with fries and horseradish sauce $8.99 Add .75 for each additional topping of mushrooms or onions.
The Slider Burger - A 1/2 pound burger with your choice of cheddar or Swiss on a fresh baked roll, served with fries $8.99 Additional toppings include onions, mushrooms or bacon .75 each
Home Run Hot Dog - a full 1/2 pound on a freshly baked bun with chili, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped onion; served with fries $7.99
Fish on the Bun Sandwich - a 6 oz. portion of fresh mahi-mahi grilled and served on a fresh-baked roll with fries $11.99
Championship Chicken Sandwich - marinated whole grilled chicken breast with your choice of cheddar or Swiss cheese on a freshly baked roll served with fries. $8.99; Add onions, mushrooms or bacon .75 each
Club Wrap - bacon, turkey, ham, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and chive cream cheese rolled into a white tortilla; served with chips or fresh fruit $7.99
Triple Play Tuna Salad Sandwich - freshly grilled tuna mixed with celery and mayonnaise on a Pita with lettuce, tomato and onion and served with chips or fresh fruit $8.99
Grilled Portobello Sandwich - whole grilled portobellos, roasted red peppers, Swiss cheese and chive cream cheese on a fresh-baked roll, served with fries $8.99
Tailgate BBQ Pork - slow roasted pork shoulder pulled hot and juicy each day then tossed in our own pork sauce; served on a freshly baked roll with fries $8.99 Add .75 for each additional topping of cheese, onions, mushrooms, or bacon.
Veggie Burger - A 100%, all natural soy vegetable patty, grilled and served on a freshly baked roll, served with fries $7.99 Add .75 for each additional topping of cheese, onions or mushrooms.
"0-60" Steak Sandwich - a tender, juicy 6 oz. sirloin strip steak, grilled to perfection, served with sauteed onions and mushrooms, on a fresh-baked hoagie roll, served with fries $11.99
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Hit Entrees
Half Court Roasted Chicken - a half chicken, marinated with lemon, capers, and rosemary; slow roasted to perfection; served with garlic-smashed potatoes and fresh vegetables $13.99
Rib Eye Steak - juicy rib-eye steak, grilled to perfection, served with garlic-smashed potatoes and fresh vegetables $15.99
Fresh "Catch"er - An 8 oz. portion of our catch-of-the-day, grilled with garlic butter and served with garlic smashed potatoes and vegetables. Ask your server for today's featured fish $14.99
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OT Desserts
Hockey Puck - a rich fudge brownie covered with dark chocolate surrounded by smooth vanilla sauce $4.99
Apple Brown Betty - fresh apples and cinnamon baked with granola streusel topping $4.99
Superbowl Sundae - peanut butter blondie style brownie topped with vanilla and chocolate ice cream, chocolate and caramel sauces, marinated strawberries, whipped cream and cherries $14.99
Prime Time Carrot Cake - moist, flavorful layered cake loaded with freshly grated carrots and covered with a rich cream cheese frosting $4.99
A la mode your favorite dessert with chocolate or vanilla ice cream for an additional $1.00
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Beers
Draft Picks include -- Budweiser, MillerLight, Killian's Red, Foster's - $4.25-$4.75 per glass; $13.00-$14.00 per pitcher; enjoy yours in a 22 ounce ESPN souvenir glass for an additional $7.00
Michelob Light, Sam Adams, Sam Adams Light, Amstel Light, Corona, Corona Light, Heinekin, Rolling Rock, Smirnoff Ice, Yuengling - $4.25
Coors Light, Bud Light - $3.75
Guiness Stout $5.50
Non-Alcoholic O'Douls - $3.75
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Beverages
Bottle water -- Perrier & Dasani - $2.25
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Root Beer or Pink Lemonade - $1.95
Coffee, Decaf, Hot Tea & Iced Tea -$1.95
Sensational Smoothies - strawberry, raspberry or banana $3.95
Milkshakes - Chocolate, Strawberry, Vanilla, Raspberry or Banana $3.95
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Specialty Drinks
The Kickoff - Vodka, Peach Schnapps, Pink Lemonade $5.75
Tailgater - Southern Lemonade featuring Bourbon, Triple Sec, Lemon and a splash of Sprite. $5.75
Powerplay - Rum, Blue Curaco, Melon Liqueur, Lemon & Pineapple Juice. $5.75
MVP - Melon Liqueur, Vodka & Pineapple Juice. $5.75
The 19th Hole - Rum, Banana Liqueur, Blackberry Brandy, Cherry, Lemon & Orange Juice. $5.75
Postgame Interview - Southern Comfort,Midori, Sour & Cranberry Juice. $5.75
7th Inning Stretch - Vodka, Sloe Gin, Pineapple & Orange Juice. $5.75

You could just eat, drink, and watch all the TV.s

 

[luvpooh]

Hi! Welcome!!!
The ESPN Club would be a GREAT place to see the Super Bowl, it's a great sports bar! However, you'd probably need to get there around 2 PM to get a seat for the game (at 6:18!!!) Plus, you probably wouldn't get to see the cool commercials, they sometimes don't show them...
As an alternate, your or any resort bar will be showing it, and it will probably be far less crowded. Where are you staying? All resort except the values have a lounge, although I do believe that Pop Century may have one, but I'm not sure. Great bars are the Outer Rim at the Contemporary (4th floor), the Tambu Lounge(?) at the Poly (they have a big screen TV!) and the Crew's Cup Lounge at the Yacht Club (although I'm not positive they have TV's but I think they do!) Good munchies are at the Crew's Cup too.
Wherever you wind up, have a great time, and know I'm jealous!

Nicole

 

[travelin' tigger]

Hi HHMcG - Glad to have you aboard!!!

If you want to go to ESPN for the Superbowl, you'd better plan to make a day of it if you want a seat. People are there as soon as they open and it was packed!!! They even had a huge tent set up outside that was crowded too!!!

The year I was there, ALL resorts had something going on. The Value Resorts all had TVs set up in their food courts with food and beer specials for the game. I don't think you'll have trouble finding a place to watch it!!!

Have fun!!!

 

[HHMcG]

Originally posted by luvpooh
However, you'd probably need to get there around 2 PM to get a seat for the game (at 6:18!!!)

Ugg! That is what I was afraid of! I just don't want to waste time on my vacation waiting for the game.

Originally posted by travelin' tigger
The Value Resorts all had TVs set up in their food courts with food and beer specials for the game.

We are staying at Pop Century, so not sure if there is a lounge. I'll just have to badger every CM I cross paths with to find out what is going on everywhere for the big game. If worse comes to worse I guess well just camp out in the food court.

Thanks for the help!!

 

[Trekker]

Hey - welcome to the DIS - Nice to have you as part of the community!

I'm going to move this to the TPA&S (Theme Parks, Attractions & Strategies) board for more possible responses!

 

[CPM]

ESPN is a ZOO on Sper Bowl Sunday!!!!
Here are a few *hidden* spots that are enjoyable to watch the game.
The Crewscup lounge at the YC
The Outter Rim at the CR
Both have a menu and TV's the OR has a wide creen TV in teh back that is hardly used.
If they open Martha's Vineyard at the BC that is also another great location.

 

[TammiMcMan]

The All Star Cafe at the Wide World of Sports does take priority seating reservations. We watched the wildcard games this past Sunday at the ESPN club and had a great time. We arrived about 45 minutes prior to game time and I was very surprised to see only about 4 tables being used in the bar area. We had our pick of seats. By the time we left, it had filled up and there were a few people waiting for tables. It was a lot of fun, but I'm not sure if I'd want to spend 8 hours sitting in there on Super Bowl Sunday.

Tammi

 

[Gluman11]

Last year, we checked in to BCV on the Saturday of Super Bowl weekend.....and about 3 or 4 days prior to that, I called the front desk at the BC, to find out about the Super Bowl Festivities..........they were able to direct me to the All Star Cafe who was having some sort of "party" for the game.......It was a "Pay one price" type deal, you had to pay up front with a credit card and you had to call the Cafe directly, no PS's on the WDW-DINE telephone number.........But they were sold out pretty quickly. We could not get in...........

We ended up watching the game in our suite in the BCV's........we had a pretty large party so it was pretty good...........

Well....... my point is, if you want to actually go somewhere, start working on it NOW.........And ESPN.....you will have to be there when it opens otherwise forget it..................Me personally, I've got no problem with doing that, but DW would have killed me.........


Best of luck...........you'll find a magical place to watch it and you WILL end up with a great memory, so don't sweat it........

 

[SUZENW]

We were also in there last Sunday. Its a great place. The food is VERY good. We ate lunch and waitted until half time and had desert. They don't push you to leave when your done eatting. You can just sit with your drinks. T.V.s in the bathroom so you don't miss a minute of the game.

 

[WhispyPixie]

I would go to the Poly, they have a HUGE TV and do special Supergames and Party stuff around the lounge!

 

[3for Me]

I know this is off the subject but since I am from New Orleans and it is HIGHLY UNLIKELY that our team will ever make the super bowl since in their 37 year history we have only won ONE and yes I said ONE playoff game - I say -

Who cares about the super bowl when LSU just won the National Championship!!!

 

[Pumbaa_]

My DH and I go each January and have been there during Superbowl Sunday as well as playoff games. After walking by the ESPN Club, we quickly forgot any idea of getting ANYWHERE near there. It was loud, crowded, and not my cup of tea.

One year, Dad and my DH got grinders at the takeout window at the BW and watched the game in the room. Great view, no crowds, and they had a blast. (Mom and I went shopping DTD )

The All Star reports all have a large screen tv in the food court area which I am sure will have the game on.

We will be there next weekend and plan on watching the game in our 1 bedroom at the BWV. We will get something yummy to snack on and hope it is a good game. (Last year we were at the BCV and I could see Illuminations out my window!)


Have fun!

 

[OrlandoDisney]

When I visit the Rainforest Cafe, they usually have all of their Television screens on ESPN or CBS Sports. When I want to watch and college football or basketball game when im at WDW, I always go to the Rainforest Cafe. Its a great atmosphere.

 

[MLAinVA]

We watched the Super Bowl at the CR Outer Rim Lounge last year. They had specials and it we had a good time.

 

[MickeyisanNDfan]

Another vote for the Outer Rim! Watched the Pats play the Steelers there in their 2001 Super Bowl run and it was great! No Steeler fans to be seen by the end of the game!

GO PATS!! BEAT INDY!

 

[HHMcG]

Just wanted to update this:

I called All Star Cafe. They do not have any special event planned for the Super Bowl. So I called to make a PS. Turns out they are not taking PSs until the spring?!? I also noticed they had very limited hours; open Thursday - Sunday until 9pm. And it was impossible to reach an actual person by phone. (I left a message and they called me back.) I was wondering if this restaurant wasn't doing very good business?!? It is off the beaten path. Has anyone been there recently? I don't want to be the only people there to watch the big game.

I just realized I'll need to call back and make sure they will be staying open later than 9pm on Super Bowl Sunday?!? Could you image them closing in the middle of the game!

We still haven't decided where to watch the game but at least we have a couple choices to select from. Thanks for all the info.

 

[CAP56]

I wasn't going to post but I just had to make a comment after reading all the posts.

I too will be at WDW over Superbowl Weekend but with only one difference. I will be enjoying my DW and three DD (8,5 & 2). Instead of watching the game.

As a former college and professional football player, let me tell you, not even the Superbowl can compare with spending time with your wife and kids at Disney.

 

[The_Disney_God]

Really, anywhere, because no matter where you are, people will be watching it.

I went to Planet Hollywood and watched part of it (2001), Coronado Springs bar/resturant area (2002) and then the food court last year at Port Orleans.

 

[connor69]

All star resort had big screen tvs set up in the food court. It wasn't crowded. They pre-game contests about sports in which my 10 year old son won a budwiser chair and cooler set.(couldn' t they have given him something more appropriate?.. oh well, it went to his dad.) He was thrilled anyway to win something. they did trivia games during all commercial breaks and had free hor'derves.