Hoops Hangouts: See Mizzou and SLU Games in Clayton, Richmond Heights

Clayton and Richmond Heights readers: If you clicked on this post, you've undoubtedly already filled out a bracket for the NCAA men's basketball tournament that officially kicked off Tuesday. 

For the first time since the 1999-2000 season, both the University of Missouri and Saint Louis University are playing in college basketball's most prolific postseason tournament. 

Both squads open their tournament schedules on Friday:

• No. 2-seeded Mizzou against Norfolk State at 3:40 p.m. The game will be aired on TNT.
• No. 9-seeded SLU against Memphis at 5:50 p.m. The game will be aired on TBS.

So where can you go to see these games and others to come? Here are a few options—be sure to click on the business names to rate your favorites:

• — 26 N. Central Ave.
  This cozy restaurant bills itself on its Web site as offering American-style food "and the most comfortable surroundings possible."

• — 7347 Forsyth Blvd.
  This longtime bar offers burgers and sandwiches, in addition to a variety of beers. Oh — and it's got big-screen TVs, too.

• — 12 N. Meramec Ave.
  You'll find international and American offerings on the menu of this bistro.

• — 20 N. Central Ave.
  Check out burgers, melts, soups and salads as you browse the ample sports memorabilia that adorn the interior.

• — 6734 Clayton Rd.
  Grab some American-style food, or drop by for an appetizer or dessert at this classic chain restaurant.

• — 1062 Saint Louis Galleria
  This restaurant—another chain classic—offers sit-down dining and a bar that features televisions at the Saint Louis Galleria. Vegetarian, gluten-free and sugar-free options are available.

• : 6611 Clayton Road
  You'll find antipasto, pizza, salad and beverages, in addition to a fully stocked bar. 

• : 15 N. Meramec Ave.
  Patch reader Scott Harris recommends this classic Clayton hangout for catching the game. It's got a build-your-own-burger bar, a comprehensive beer menu and outdoor seating. And it's open until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
  

Then predict the final score of both games by posting a note in the comments section below!