Touchdown: 5 Super Bowl snacks to order from San Diego businesses

From charcuterie and margaritas to tacos and burgers, you’re going to score with this locally crafted spread.

SD Venissimo Cheese platter

A thing of beauty.

Super Bowl LIX kicks off Sunday, Feb. 9. As you watch the Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles, you’re going to need snacks.

We’ve rounded up a few local options for your game day spread that will help you score major points with your guests. Kick back, relax, and grub.

Venissimo Cheese | Charcuterie boards
San Diego is home to winning cheese shops, including Venissimo Cheese with locations in North Park, Mission Hills, and Del Mar. Order a charcuterie platter stacked with cheese, meats, fruit, and other goodies or pick up some smaller trays from the cheese shop’s daily menu.

To-go margaritas at Cafe Coyote in Old Town San Diego

Margaritas to-go will add some color to your Super Bowl spread.

Cafe Coyote | Fiesta trays + margaritas
Feeding a big team? Try a Fiesta Tray from Cafe Coyote — it includes your choice of protein like carne asada or carnitas, flour or corn tortillas, rice + beans, salsa, guacamole, and chips. You can also add your favorite margaritas, like the Spicy Watermelon, to-go.

Urban Plates | Chicken tenders
These crispy, jumbo chicken tenders can be made Nashville Hot style, and come with two dipping sauces + grilled bread. If you want to add some sides, try the Chicken Tender Family Meal. Urban Plates has locations in La Jolla, Del Mar, and Carlsbad.

chicken tenders at Urban Plates in San Diego

Chicken tendies on game day? Say lesss

Photo via Urban Plates

The Crack Shack | Flock Meals
This beloved fried chicken restaurant with locations in Little Italy + Encinitas (and soon Pacific Beach) offers Flock Meals that can feed 4-6 people. The packs include fried chicken, nuggets or tenders, coleslaw, biscuits, and cookies.

Hodad’s | Bacon Burgers
Go big or go home, right? Grab a stacked bacon cheeseburger (single or double) from this local icon, piled high with all the trimmings. You can order to-go from the downtown SD or Ocean Beach locations.

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