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Bears vs. Rams: Where to Cheer in Northern Illinois

USASunday, January 18, 2026
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The Chicago Bears are set to face the Los Angeles Rams in a high-stakes NFL Divisional Playoff game. The action kicks off at 5:30 p.m. at Soldier Field, but if you're not heading into the city, there are plenty of spots in northern Illinois where you can catch the game with friends and fellow fans.

Top Watch Party Spots

Riverfront Bar & Grill - Peru

  • 16 big screens ensuring you won't miss a moment
  • $2 domestic drafts and $2 rail mixers starting at 5 p.m.
  • Live music from Jon Swags before kickoff

Corrigan’s Pub - Shorewood

  • Friendly vibe and plenty of TVs
  • Bears Watch Party features:
  • $5 Bear Bombs
  • $3 import bottles
  • $10 wings
  • And other specials

MVP Sports Bar - Sycamore

  • 24-foot-wide 4K projector at the Regale Center
  • Buffet and four drink tickets included
  • Adults 21 and older only

Jamo’s Live - Mokena

  • Pasta, pizza, and salad at kickoff
  • Game on big screens throughout the venue
  • After-party with DJ Buddha
  • Adults 21 and older only

Rosati’s Pizza Pub - Yorkville

  • 28 TVs so there's no bad seat in the house
  • $9 domestic beer pitchers
  • Chance to win a signed and framed Mike Ditka jersey

Draft Picks - Naperville

  • Specials on burgers, beer, Bloody Marys, and more
  • Menu includes wings, cheese curds, pizza, nachos, tacos, salads, and more

The Arcada Theatre - St. Charles

  • Free watch party starting at 1 p.m.
  • Game on a 40-foot video wall TV with theater-style seating
  • $5 drafts
  • No tickets or reservations required

Black Door Pub - Aurora

  • $3 beers
  • $1 wings
  • $6 burgers
  • And more during their Bears Watch Party

Shakers Sports Bar & Grill - Ottawa

  • Half-priced appetizers
  • Free chili
  • $3 Busch Light beer
  • $4 Bloody Marys

Broken Oar - Port Barrington

  • 20 HD TVs across two levels
  • Specials including $1 hot dogs, $5 mimosas, and $20 domestic beer buckets

Other Great Sports Bars

  • Rookies All-American Pub & Grill (multiple locations)
  • Legends Grill and Bar (multiple locations)
  • Heroes West Sports Grill (locations in Joliet and Lemont, with a total of 68 HD TVs between them)

Whether you're looking for a specific watch party or just a great place to catch the game, northern Illinois has plenty of options to choose from. So gather your friends, pick your spot, and get ready to cheer on the Bears!

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