Friends and neighbors,

My fantasy football team has already taken a hit—RIP Ekeler—but I’m excited to follow the season closely. That also means thinking about the best spots to watch the game, whether you’re rooting for a specific team or just want good vibes. I’ve rounded up my picks for the top spots to watch football. 

On the food front, Slice Shop is worth the hype. Crispy, foldable NY-style slices that live up to their NY slice descriptors. Just don’t check the receipt—you’re worth it!

Get out, grab a slice, catch a game, and enjoy. And if you’ve got family visiting, Dana can help with accommodations; just give her a call at (239) 397-0929. 

Stay hungry,

Have a tip? Email me at [email protected]

New restaurants in Naples always get a wave of hype, and I’m usually skeptical. But for the past month, I kept hearing about the new Slice Shop on 5th Avenue. Having lived in New York, I’m picky about my pizza, and I’ve yet to find a true NY slice here. The buzz (Long Island owners, specialty flavors, and a cheese slice you could actually fold…) had me curious.

Run by Rob and Nicole Guercio, Slice Shop keeps it simple: a by-the-slice counter with thin NY-style slices and square Sicilian pies. The dough is crispier than many Naples options, and the rotating specials like Stracciatella, Vodka, Chicken Parm, Buffalo Chicken, and “The Portnoy” are delicious options. Most slices are $6.50–$9, and you can eat in their casual spot or take it to go. They also have salads, pastas, and sandwiches, which friends have come to try on repeat visits.

The hype is real: the thin slices fold perfectly, just like in New York. The plain cheese is crispy and balanced, and the Grandma Vodka is creamy and satisfying. Booch and Stracciatella slices are indulgent, though if hot honey isn’t your thing, stick to the Stracciatella.

A couple of things to note: it can get crowded, and some might balk at a $7-9 slice, even if it’s gourmet. The entrance is on the Cambier Park side, not 5th Avenue.

Overall, Slice Shop gives Naples a true NY-style option. It won’t replace all your local favorites—like Twisted Sheep or LowBrow Pizza & Beer, which I’ve written about before—but for a casual lunch or dinner downtown, I welcome the addition to the Naples pizza scene. They’re open until 10 PM (likely midnight during the season), making it perfect for a late dinner or midnight snack. Go before the lines get even longer. 

Slices to Try:

Slice Shop
Address: 720 5th Ave S
Phone: (239) 427-1208
Order on Toast

Looking for the best place to catch your team this fall? These Naples bars are where to hit up for big screens, cold beer, and rowdy crowds. Here are the five best spots for football, plus a few bonus ideas if you’re chasing a team-specific watch party.

1. Rusty’s Raw Bar & Grill

📍 2700 Immokalee Rd, Naples, FL
Rusty’s is a classic game-day spot. Happy hour runs 11–7 PM with cheap drafts, bottles, and pitchers. Afternoon specials include $1 wings, $0.50 boneless wings, peel & eat shrimp, and $3 sliders. 5 for $15 domestic beer buckets and $10 pitchers. TVs everywhere and a lively crowd mean you won’t miss a snap. Facebook updates. 

2. Jack’s Seafood Bar & Grill

📍 975 Imperial Golf Course Blvd, Naples, FL
Jack’s is rowdy and fun, with 2 projectors and 43 TVs with sound! They’ll have team logos so you know where to sit for your team. Plus, happy hour is from 11–7PM with plenty of pitcher and bucket specials. They’ll even give you a free drink if you’re repping specific teams that week (check their Facebook page). Good menu, good energy, and plenty of fans.

3. Dylan’s Drafthouse

📍 1258 Airport Pulling Rd., Naples, FL
This is your craft beer and game hub. Over 100 beers on tap, daily happy hour specials, plus pool, darts, shuffleboard, and video games. Sundays bring extra drink specials and sometimes spin-the-wheel games. $3 domestic drafts (or mimosas, 11-1 PM), $10 domestic pitchers. Grab a bucket of 20 wings, bleu cheese, celery, and a pitcher of beer for $35. Casual, loud, and more than just wings and TVs. Facebook updates. 

4. Foxboro Sports Tavern

📍 4420 Thomasson Dr, Naples, FL
Cozy and packed with New England charm, but a great spot even if you’re not a Pats fan. All-day happy hour includes $5.75 Corona bottles and 2-for-1 cocktails or house wines. Walls covered in sports memorabilia and dozens of TVs showing every game. Facebook page. 

5. North Naples Country Club

📍 10095 Tamiami Trail N, Naples, FL
Small but full of character, NNCC is a neighborhood favorite. Happy hour runs 11–6PM daily, with cheap drafts, margaritas, house wines, and well drinks. Multiple TVs, good food, and a truly friendly, local crowd makes it a fun place to watch the game.

Pro-tips: For team-specific watch parties, check Facebook for the latest local events. These sports bars often post specific game-day specials each week on their pages! But no matter what, any of these five spots will get you big screens, cold beer, and good company.

Last week’s poll asked: It’s lunchtime in Naples, which sandwich spot are you hitting? 

Here’s where you landed: 

Grouper & Chips - “Been going to G &C for ages…great food, good service.” – M.J.

Larry’s Lunchbox - “Can't beat their pastrami sandwich!” – D.D.

“Primo Hoagies is better than all those listed, except (arguably) Neapolitan Gourmet.” – M.K.

High praise for Primo Hoagies—I’m excited to try them out. Other recommendations poured in, and you added Dylan’s Drafthouse, Jack’s Seafood Bar & Grill, Rumba, and Nunzio’s as your go-to spots. Thank you for all your responses!

Why It Matters

Choosing where to eat, watch, and stay costs time and money. Slice Shop looks worth the price, even for a seven-to-nine-dollar slice, but it can get crowded, so timing matters.

The sports bar guide helps you avoid guesswork, from Jack's 2 projectors and 43 TVs to Dylan's over 100 beers on tap, which reduces the risk of a bad game day.

Until next time,

Elizabeth Bellotti
Editor-In-Chief
Naples, Florida
The Naples Florida Review

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