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12 Great Places to Watch the U.S. Women's World Cup Final
Unless you're chartering a plane to Germany — and we figure that's highly unlikely given the economy —you'll need a good spot to watch today's World Cup final. The game is set for 1 p.m. and will air on ESPN.

If you're in Bolingbrook...
- 431 W. Boughton Rd.
Tailgater's is well-known throughout the Chicago-area for being one of the most exciting hangouts during the weekends or during televised sporting events. Watching the women's championship game here is a no brainer, with dozens of flat-screen TVs and an electric atmosphere. The food is delicious and the drinks are reasonable.
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If you're in Naperville...
- 523 Fairway Dr.
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Total Sports Bar is an invitingly spacious bar and restaurant; unlike many other bars, the tables are spaced out to avoid clutter. Total Sports has plenty of TVs so watching the game will be no problem at all.
If you're in Darien...
- 8109 S. Cass Ave.
Q Billiards & Sports Bar is a popular pool hall that offers a variety of games, including foosball, darts, beanbags, pool and arcade games. A full bar and banks of big-screen TVs offer plenty of other entertainment.
If you're in Woodridge...
- 6450 Route 53
Come for more than a dozen flavors of wings, and stay for the laid-back atmosphere at Buffalo Wild Wings. The restaurant has been open in Seven Bridges since 2005. It is conveniently located just north of the Cinemark Theatres. And, of course, there are tons of TVs to watch the game.
If you're in Lemont...
- 1243 State St.
Slammers Pub & Grill is a family restaurant and sports bar featuring 22 televisions showing the big game. Decorated with sports memorabilia, Slammers features a full bar and offers contemporary, Continental menus including appetizers, soups, salads, burgers, chicken, steak and dessert.
If you're in Romeoville...
- 322 N. Independence Blvd.
Tony's Bar & Grill, formerly known as Romeo Beach Bar & Grill, is a full service sports bar where customers can come in for some drinks or carry-out delicious food. Delivery is also available. Choose favorites such as pizza, hot-dogs, nachos and more. Plasma televisions line walls, playing a variety of games. Visit Tony's to enjoy a sports game and a cold beer.
If you're in Plainfield...
- 11820 S. Route 59
Since 2002, Buffalo Wild Wings bar and grill in North Plainfield has been a great spot to watch all sports related to the Chicago and Plainfield areas. Classic and boneless wings and many other chicken entrees that use the grill's 14 specialty sauces may be what Buffalo Wild Wings is known for, but the restaurant also offers many other options, such as burgers, sandwiches and salads. The atmosphere is fun and friendly, and is welcoming to families with children and also to an older crowd. Check out the daily food and drink specials.
If you're in Oswego...
- 1100 Douglas Rd.
For a few years now, Scoreboards has been a great place to go if you're looking to watch the game and relax with great deals on food and drinks. Visit its Facebook page for information on current specials.
If you're in Montgomery...
- 283 Montgomery Rd.
Poor Boy's is a sports bar that offers a full bar and variety of bar food. Its menu is packed with typical bar foods, including chips, fries, burgers, cheeseburgers, sandwiches and more. It has drink specials throughout the week. Multiple big-screen TVs are displayed throughout the bar so that customers can enjoy a variety of sports programming.
If you're in Yorkville...
- 620 W. Veterans Pkwy.
Great food, drinks, and your favorite sports on a flat screen TV — that's what customers can expect at Legends Sports Bar & Grill. Drink specials and 45 cent wings are served on specific nights. The Legends Cheese steak and the Famous chili dog are just a few of their menu favorites.
If you're in Shorewood...
- 716 Cottage St.
Bullpen Sports Bar offers drinks and sports all day long. There are daily drink specials that can be found on the website. The employees are friendly and sports-minded, often getting as into the games as much as their customers.
If you're in Channahon or Minooka...
- 109 E Mondamin St.
Skinny's Sports Bar and Grill is a local bar found in the business district. It serves domestic and imported beers and typical bar food.
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