How To Prepare For Game Day At McCray’s Tavern

Best Appetizers Smyrna

Nothing compares to sipping a cold beer and watching your favorite team battle it out on the field! Whether you’re a die-hard sports fan or just enjoy spending time with friends, game day at McCray’s Tavern promises to be an unforgettable experience. Outfitted with state-of-the-art TVs for premium viewing, craft beers on tap, amazing burgers and beer, as well as fabulous appetizers—stop searching for “bars near me”, this is the place to be for the big game! 


Invite Fellow Fans 

The first step to any good game day is to make sure that you are surrounded by good company and people that will enjoy it as much as you will. While this can be fans of your favorite sports team who are just as enthusiastic as you are, this gameday season we encourage you to consider other groups of people, too. You could get people who don’t normally watch sports excited about the game, or perhaps you can take the time to teach your children the rules of football. It can also be a blast to spend time with fans of other teams, especially if your teams are competing against one another. It encourages a little bit of friendly competition while also building the sports fan community. 


Order Some Fantastic Appetizers 

McCray’s Tavern isn’t only known for our burgers and beer, but also for our fantastic appetizers. For the savory lovers, we recommend our Big A$$ Pretzel, served with queso and house mustard, or our Smoked Trout Dip, with its smooth and delicate flavor that is sure to leave you wanting more. For those who enjoy a bit more heat, you have to try our Hash-Brown Fritters. This potato goodness has all the fixings that will make your tongue dance, including cheddar-jack cheese, green onions, jalapenos, and chipotle aioli.


Get a Good Table 

If you prefer spending your game days at a restaurant, you’ll know how important it is that you find a good table. Fortunately, there is no bad table at McCray’s Tavern. With 360-degree views of TVs, you’ll be happy no matter where your waiter seats you because you’ll have a perfect view of your game. McCray’s Tavern has worked hard to cultivate the perfect gameday sports bar atmosphere, you’ll love. 


Order Good Drinks

With an extensive array of craft beers on tap, tempting signature cocktails, and an impressive selection of wine, there's no limit to what kind of drinks you can enjoy while watching your favorite team take on the competition. If you're looking for something a little more unique, why not try a specialty cocktail like our Pineapple Jalapeno Margarita or the Whiskey Sour? Whether you're a fan of the classic burgers and beer combo, looking for an exotic homemade cocktail, or craving some fine wine to complement the chef's specials, McCray's Tavern has got you covered. 


McCray’s Tavern is the perfect neighborhood joint to spend your game day at. You won’t even have to search for “
bars near me”! Our complete 360-degree view ensures that no matter where you sit, you’ll have the perfect place to enjoy the game. All you need to bring is some good company and we will provide the rest, including the best made-to-order and made-from-scratch food in Smyrna. 



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