The 'Bear' Necessities: A Breakdown of Monday Night Football Specials

"Will the Bears swat down the Lions today?" A question of greater importance may be, "Where can I gnosh on wings and a free halftime buffet while downing beer specials?"

Your friends at Patch have done the legwork to find the best deals in and around . Here's a list of some gameday specials you can take advantage of at kick-off.

The booze and food will be flowin' at Bailey's for Monday Night Football tonight. A $10 bill will get ya a bucket of five domestic long necks and you'll pay just $4 for Long Island iced tea or $3.50 for a Guiness pint. A free half time buffet is also part of the deal. If you want a burger, it'll cost you just $2.50.

Fork over $15.95 at Ed & Joe's and enjoy an action-packed gameday special that includes chips and queso, a half time buffet and four drink tickets. The tickets are good for domestic bottles and drafts, house wines and well cocktails.

If you choose to make your gameday hot spot, you'll be cashing in—big time. A $25 fee will allow you to start your night off with nachos and pizza. Also included is your choice of four dinners—chicken, shrimp, hot wings or ribs—and all your drinks during the four quarters in which the Bears are (hopefully) kickin' some Lions butt.

Sweet Spot at Odyssey Country Club offers a $30 gameday special that includes your drinks and choice of burgers, brats or chicken. Chili and chips will be on hand for snacking and bar goers can face off in a game of bags at half time. The attached driving range is a good place to unwind after a long day of Chicago Bears excitement.

For more information about any of these bars, check out our Places directory.

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