The NY Yankees home opener is today at 1pm with a game against the Baltimore Orioles at Yankee Stadium. The Yanks hope to return to the playoffs after an 85-77 third place finish last season.
If you are going to the game, here are some pre & post game suggestions:
The Dugout: 880 River Ave. Bronx, NY. (718) 588-5912. sports bar directly across from Yankee Stadium.
Stan’s Sports Bar: 863 River Ave. (E. 161st St.) Bronx, NY. (718) 993-5548
The Yankee Tavern: 72 E. 161st St. (at Gerard Ave.) Bronx, NY. (718) 292-6130
Billy’s Sports Bar: 856 River Ave. Bronx, NY. (718) 585-1567
Vega Alta Sports Bar: 880 Gerard Ave. (between 161st & 162nd St.) Bronx, NY. (718) 992-2445
Yankee Bar & Grill: 844 River Ave. (E. 161st St.) Bronx, NY. (917) 337-3351
Hard Rock Cafe Yankee Stadium: 1 E. 161st St. (River Ave.) Bronx, NY. (646) 977-8888
If you are not going to the game, opening day is also a great day to sneak out to watch the game at a NYC pub. Check out our MurphGuide Directory of NYC sports bars for some suggestions…