BWW Previews: Great Spots for the Weekend Big Sports Events

With two major sporting events this Saturday, the Kentucky Derby and the Mayweather vs Pacquiao fight, some of our favorite restaurants and bars are featuring specials. There are opportunities for guests to have live viewings of the big events and enjoy themed food and drink. Be sure to check with each of the restaurants for food and drink minimums and to make reservations.

Billet and Bellows at 177 Grand Street in Brooklyn is hosting a Kentucky Derby viewing party on May 2nd with $8.00 Mint Juleps and their newest cocktail, the Peach Mint Julep for $8.00. Dress for the occasion and enjoy live jazz all afternoon. Visit www.billetandbellows.com.

Manhattan Cricket Club at Burke & Wills located at 226 West 79th Street will feature their signature Mint Julep on Tap for $10 from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm to enjoy as you view the big race. They will also keep the Kentucky Derby theme going with a special "Best Hat" contest to win dinner for two at the Burke & Wills restaurant. And their late night menu will be served for people to enjoy as they view the race. Visit www.burkeandwillsny.com.

Pounds & Ounces NYC Pub at 160 8th Avenue (corner of 18th Street) in Chelsea will have a Kentucky Derby Viewing Party from 2:00 to 7:00 with brunch served from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. Their Derby Hat Day Contest will be from 11:00 am to 7:00 pm with no purchase necessary. Dinner starts after 4:00 pm with the fight broadcast at 9:00 pm. Visit www.poundsandouncesnyc.com.

The Sanctuary Hotel, home to Haven Rooftop and Tender at 130 West 47th Street will have a viewing party for the big fight. For $120 per person there will be passed appetizers, an open bar and viewing on two 82-inch projection screens. Group packages are available. Visit www.tendernyc.com.

Paulaner at 265 Bowery just South of Houston Street starts their "Super Sports Saturday" celebration with the Bayern Munich vs Laverkusen Soccer Match and continues with the Kentucky Derby viewing and the boxing match. Paulaner will feature signature specialties all day of their Bavarian-German cuisine. Visit www.paulanernyc.com.

So, gather your group and enjoy an exciting weekend of excellent sports along with great food and drink.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Billet & Bellows

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