Bears vs. Rams: Where to Cheer in Northern Illinois

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. Riverfront Bar & Grill in Peru is a great choice, with 16 big screens ensuring you won't miss a moment. They're offering $2 domestic drafts and $2 rail mixers starting at 5 p. m. , plus live music from Jon Swags before kickoff. Corrigan’s Pub in Shorewood is another solid option, known for its friendly vibe and plenty of TVs. Their Bears Watch Party features $5 Bear Bombs, $3 import bottles, and $10 wings, among other specials. If you're in Sycamore, MVP Sports Bar is hosting a watch party at the Regale Center, complete with a 24-foot-wide 4K projector. Tickets include a buffet and four drink tickets, but this event is for adults 21 and older. Jamo’s Live in Mokena is serving up pasta, pizza, and salad at kickoff, with the game on big screens throughout the venue. Stick around for the after-party with DJ Buddha, but note that this event is also for adults 21 and older. Rosati’s Pizza Pub in Yorkville has 28 TVs, so there's no bad seat in the house. They're offering $9 domestic beer pitchers and a chance to win a signed and framed Mike Ditka jersey.Draft Picks in Naperville is another great spot, with specials on burgers, beer, Bloody Marys, and more. Their menu includes wings, cheese curds, pizza, nachos, tacos, salads, and more. The Arcada Theatre in St. Charles is hosting a free watch party starting at 1 p. m. , with the game on a 40-foot video wall TV and theater-style seating. Drink specials include $5 drafts, and no tickets or reservations are required. Black Door Pub in Aurora is offering $3 beers, $1 wings, $6 burgers, and more during their Bears Watch Party. Shakers Sports Bar & Grill in Ottawa is another option, with half-priced appetizers, free chili, $3 Busch Light beer, and $4 Bloody Marys. Broken Oar in Port Barrington has 20 HD TVs across two levels, with specials including $1 hot dogs, $5 mimosas, and $20 domestic beer buckets. While these bars have specific watch party plans, there are plenty of other great sports bars in the area where you can catch the game. Rookies All-American Pub & Grill has multiple locations, as does Legends Grill and Bar. Heroes West Sports Grill has 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!