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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 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.

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If you're in Bolingbrook...

 - 431 W. Boughton Rd.

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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. 

If you're in Naperville...

 - 523 Fairway Dr.

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 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.

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