This evening, Sunday February 11th, the San Francisco 49ers will take on the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVIII at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada. While thousands of fans have traveled to Vegas to attend the big game, millions around the country will be gathering at parties to watch Patrick Mahomes go for his third Super Bowl title, and to watch Brock Purdy try to spoil that party.
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The key to a great Super Bowl party starts with the food. Here are some traditional Super Bowl snacks that you can add to the menu at your party this weekend.
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Finger foods are a staple at Super Bowl parties, allowing everyone to fill up a plate with multiple snacks.
- Chips and dips: You have plenty of options in this category. Queso, guacamole, salsa, buffalo chicken dip, hummus - pick your favorites.
- Buffalo wings: Even though the Bills lost in the Divisional Round, buffalo wings are a must-have at any Super Bowl party. Bone-in or boneless, blue cheese or ranch - it’s up to you.
- Pizza: An easy option is to order a few pizza pies for your party. Everyone can grab a slice and park up on the couch for the game.
- Nachos: Load up a big plates of nachos with your favorite toppings
Kansas City Chiefs food traditions
Kansas City is known for its barbeque, which is perfect for a Super Bowl party. Order a few trays of meat from your local BBQ spot, or smoke up some brisket, pulled pork or ribs in the backyard. Barbecue is great to throw on slider rolls, making it easy for everyone at the party to get a little taste of everything.
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San Francisco 49ers food traditions
For 49ers fans, the San Francisco Bay Area is known for its seafood. An easy option is a tray of shrimp cocktail, or step it up a bit with some oysters or San Francisco’s famed Dungeness crab.
Super Bowl recipe ideas
The team at NBC’s Today Show have put together a massive list of recipes for Super Bowl snacks, dips, drinks, entrees and more. Click here for the full rundown. A few highlights on the list:
- Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Wings
- Slow-Cooker Barbecue Brisket
- Kansas City-Style Pimento Cheese Corn
- Loaded Potato Skin Nachos
- Loaded Bell Pepper ‘Nachos’
- Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Black Bean and Sweet Potato Chili
- Buffalo Chicken Spring Rolls
- Pull-Apart Pigs in a Blanket
- Usher’s ‘Let it Burn’ Cocktail
- Crispy, Mayo-Marinated Fried Chicken Wings
Last minute Super Bowl food ideas
Whether you’re hosting or attending the party, you can’t go wrong bringing a good supply of wings from your favorite local spot (barbecue, Carolina gold, or lemon pepper recommended). A dip option can also be easy to throw together, including an Everything Bagel dip or a quick queso. A few popular cheeses (brie, gouda, gruyere, manchego) and a package of crackers or a baguette always hits the spot, especially for early-game snacking.
If you’re a guest to someone else’s Super Bowl party, don’t understimate the utility of a sweet treat. Your host and other guests may have the staples covered — chips and dips, wings, pigs in a blanket, etc. But a classic chocolate chip cookie, perhaps inspired by Donna Kelce or a crowd-please break-and-bake roll, ice cream sandwiches, or fresh fruit and whipped cream could all be a great way to end game day that takes some pressure off your host. Extra paper plates, napkins, canned seltzer and plastic cups are also always appreciated!
How to find Super Bowl week coverage on NBC Sports
NBC Sports has you covered through the rest of the NFL postseason, with PFT Live, Simms Unbuttoned, Fantasy Football Happy Hour, Rotoworld Football Show, Bet the Edge and Brother from Another breaking down the latest news and top storylines from all angles. Tune in to Peacock, the NFL on NBC Sports YouTube channel, or wherever you get your podcasts for all the coverage through Super Bowl LVIII and beyond.
