The Jacksonville Jaguars will host the Los Angeles Chargers at EverBank Stadium on Sunday 16 November at 1:00 pm Eastern Time. This is a key AFC date. The Chargers can score fast and the Jaguars want to prove that their home field is one of the hardest trips in the conference. Jacksonville fans remember the last time these teams met in a big game and they want to see that same fire. The weather should be good, the riverfront will be busy and people will come early to park. On days like this fans want 1 place to sit, drink, eat and talk teal football before they walk to the gates. Strings Sports Brewery has become that spot for many Jaguars fans. This opponent comes from the West Coast and that always adds a story. Local media will ask if the travel hurts the Chargers. Fans will ask if the Jaguars can start fast and make the visitors chase the game. That kind of talk always begins better over food and beer than in the parking lot.
Strings Sports Brewery is where teal gathers
Strings sits close enough to the stadium that fans can enjoy their food without feeling rushed. It looks like a real sports place, not just a restaurant that put a TV on the wall. There are long tables for big groups, local beer and a menu that works for families. Because it is in Jacksonville and not a chain from somewhere else it feels like a home room for Jags people. A fan said, “We start at Strings because we know we will meet other Jags fans there,” said a season ticket holder. Fans can watch the early games, talk about injuries and check the Jaguars social feeds on the big screens. From there it is a short ride or walk to EverBank which keeps the day simple. It often plays local music and sometimes has game talk on the speakers which keeps everyone in the same mood. Parking is easier here than right at the stadium which is why many people say it is smarter to meet at Strings first. When the weather is good the outdoor area fills up with teal shirts.
“We start at Strings because we know it will be all teal.”
said a Jaguars fan.
Keep the talk going after the final horn
After the game many fans circle back to Strings to cool down. If the Jaguars win they stay for another round and watch highlights on TV. If the game is close or if it gets away, people still like to come here because they can talk it out with other locals. The staff know game days are special and they move fast. The building has room for kids which helps families who want to stay in the area. Visitors who came to see the Chargers can also drop in and get a feel for the local crowd. That keeps the spot busy every home game. On very hot days it is nicer to sit inside at Strings than to sit in the parking lot. People can look through photos from the game, post on social media and tag the brewery. It has the feel of a club for locals even though it welcomes visitors. This is why so many fans now tell friends to make Strings part of every home Sunday. So for this Jaguars versus Chargers date on 16 November the smart plan is simple. Start at Strings. Walk or ride to EverBank. Come back after. That flow makes the day easy.
