ATLANTA — There’s nothing like watching the game with hundreds of your closest friends.
Channel 2′s Dave Huddleston was at the Whitehall Tavern in Buckhead Monday afternoon, where staff members are already wearing University of Georgia gear and preparing for tonight’s big game.
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Whitehall is not the only place you can watch the game in metro Atlanta. With more than 102,000 UGA alumni in Atlanta, you can expect most bars and breweries to be packed with Dawgs fans.
Molly Kerri is a 1983 graduate. She’s pumped for the game but plans to watch from home.
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“I’ll be a little excited and don’t want to be out in public,” Kerr joked.
In Midtown, McCray’s Tavern is offering half-priced wings and plenty of adult beverages. The manager told Huddleston that it is standing-room only for the games.
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Dr. Scofflaws in Northwest Atlanta is expecting massive crowds as the official UGA alumni watch spot.
“I think we’re going to pack out the bar,” Will Ferrand said. “We had 200+ for the SEC Championship game, so I think it’s going to be even more.”
Most people said they aren’t hoping for a blowout but actually want a close game, filled with drama and excitement.
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