The Final Fork

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Anything could happen during March Madness. Your beloved alma mater could get knocked out in the first round. You could call every upset for a perfect bracket. Some 11-seed Cinderella could make the Final Four. But one thing you can know for sure: where you should be spending game day. Whether you’re crossing the country to attend a crucial game, or you live in a host city and just want to join the action at a local sports bar, here are the must-visit restaurants and bars to hit between the first tip-off and the last buzzer beater. You can’t guarantee your team will win it all, but at least you’ll eat and drink well. 

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