By Elissa Bernstein

The Patriots might not be in this year’s Super Bowl, but that hasn’t stopped Boston’s pubs and eateries from gearing up with viewing parties and game-inspired menus. Whether you’re looking to show off your competitive eating skills or sample fine dining from the comfort of your couch, football fanatics and foodies alike can enjoy our pick of game-day festivities.

Clerys

What could make this year’s Super Bowl any better? (OK, other than the Patriots.) How about a halftime pizza buffet and a wing-eating contest at this third annual Super Bowl Party?

113 Dartmouth St., Boston | 617-262-9874 | clerysboston.com

Commonwealth

Go seriously luxe this Super Bowl Sunday. Chef/owner Steve “Nookie” Postal will throw you and 300 friends an over-the-top party—including foie gras, caviar, lobster and top-shelf bottles—for a neat $30,000.

11 Broad Canal Way, Cambridge | 617-945-7030 | commonwealthcambridge.com

Cook

Snack on tailgate-inspired bites such as salt and pepper wings, pork belly tacos and pulled pork potato skins.

825 Washington St., Newton | 617-964-2665 | cooknewton.com

Craigie on Main

This Sunday, you can eat out while crashing on your couch. Craigie’s “Pigskin Package” includes “Head to Tail” roast pig, tortillas and two salsas.

853 Main St., Cambridge | 617-497-5511 | craigieonmain.com

Olde Magoun’s Saloon

Enjoy all-you-can-eat at this BBQ Tailgate Party with wings, coleslaw, bacon mac and cornbread. Before the smorgasbord, sample soups (or submit a gallon of your own) at their chili cook-off.

518 Medford St., Somerville | 617-776-2600 | magounssaloon.com

The Sinclair

Watch the game while skipping the sports bar scene. This Harvard hotspot’s menu offers takes on halftime favorites, like Narragansett corndogs, Thai-style chicken wings and roasted peanuts with Kaffir lime.

52 Church St., Cambridge | 617-547-5200 | sinclaircambridge.com