As March Madness sweeps across the nation, fans are eagerly seeking the best spots to immerse themselves in the excitement. From watch parties to specials at your favorite sports bars, the following are some of the top places to experience March Madness in San Diego.
The Duck Dive
Dribble, drive and dine at The Duck Dive for March Madness. Score big as you catch games all season long with the sports bar’s lineup of Gametime Specials, including the $30 Slam Dunk Platter (featuring fried pickles, chicken wings, garlic-parmesan duck fat fries and sauces); $10 fried pickles; $15 cheesy garlic parmesan fries; $10 shots, $10 beer (Pacifico and Altos Tequila); and $20 carne asada fries. It’s a slam dunk of flavor that will have you cheering for more this basketball season. For more information, visit instagram.com.
Draft at Belmont Park
Ditch the courtside seats and sit beachside at Draft in Belmont Park this basketball season. The setting offers a picturesque view as you watch March Madness in San Diego unfold. Whether lounging on the outdoor patio or grabbing a seat at the bar, you’ll have a prime view of each game on their high-definition, 31-ft. screens. Pair your viewing experience with delectable bites and refreshing beverages during happy hour (from 3 to 6 p.m.), all while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Belmont Park. For more information, visit belmontpark.com.
Dave & Buster’s
Look no further than Dave & Buster’s for a slam-dunk experience watching March Madness in San Diego. Sports fans can catch all the action this season on massive screens spread across the space, all while enjoying sips and game-day bites like the new boneless chicken wings and All-American cheeseburger. When guests aren’t checking their brackets, they can also enjoy shooting some hoops, playing arcade games and more family-friendly fun. For more information, visit daveandbusters.com/basketball.
Time Out Sports Tavern
Locally-owned and -operated Time Out Sports Tavern is the perfect spot to cheer on your favorite college basketball teams this season. The sports bar in Downtown San Diego boasts a variety of flat-screen TVs, luxe sound systems, pool and yard games, a full bar and game day-inspired bites. A daily happy hour takes place from 3 to 6:30 p.m., with discounted appetizers, cocktails and select beers to indulge in as you catch the action. For more information, visit timeoutsportstavern.com.
Mavericks Beach Club
Join Mavericks Beach Club for Mavericks Madness, a season-long celebration of March Madness in San Diego with drink specials, including $5 beer and seltzers and $25 coolers of beer and seltzers. All games will be played at the beach club on over 40 TVs with state-of-the-art sound systems to enhance the experience. During commercial breaks, basketball fans can enjoy outdoor games, a DJ spinning tunes and picturesque views of Pacific Beach. For more information, visit maverickssd.com.