State Farm Stadium Sports Fan Tips
State Farm Stadium is a venue in or near Phoenix that is most often used for Football
University of Phoenix Stadium parking?
There is parking right at the stadium for around $30 but the best option is to get off at Glendale exit and park at the Tanger Outlets for around $10. There are also farther areas away that you can pay $5 but it is a walk to the game.
Best restaurants near University of Phoenix Stadium?
I really love the popular chain of Cafe Rio which is a nice Tex-Mex place that serves authentic Mexican food such as burritos, enchiladas, tacos, and salads. The Fire Grilled Chicken, steak, and sweet pork are amazing. They also have great Mexican drinks and lemonade and nachos. BJ's Brew and Pub is another great place that has a lot of good craft beers and dynamite dishes.
Stores to hit up at University of Phoenix Stadium?
AZone is the official headquarters for Arizona Cardinals merchandise. The Team Store is located on the north side of University of Phoenix Stadium and sells shirts, hats, jerseys, footballs, and other Cardinal gear for the game.
University of Phoenix Stadium seating?
I love watching football in this stadium and there isn't a bad seat in the place. I would suggest sitting on around the 20 yard lines because that's the best bang for the buck but its a great place to watch the game.
Safety at University of Phoenix Stadium?
Safety at the game is 100% fine and their are thousands of families at the games. The fans are from everywhere in the country so you get a lot of people talking about where they are from since Arizona is like Florida and is a lot of people's second home.
Traffic around University of Phoenix Stadium?
There is traffic right around the stadium but overall there isn't too much other than the initial traffic jam. Monday night football games have a little more traffic going into Glendale but after the game its not too bad.
Best insider tip for University of Phoenix Stadium?
Make sure to pay your respect to one of the great human beings who lost his life and who played football and served our country in the Middle East. The Cardinals have a ring of honor which honors famous Cardinal players and especially the late Pat Tillman.
Things to check out around University of Phoenix Stadium?
The "Flight Deck" is a fun spot outside the stadium where fans can enjoy food and drinks and also be entertained by music and there are a bunch of vendors that allow you to spin wheels and play games to win things. Some of these things you have to sign up for but its a cool atmosphere. It is also fun to walk around the entire stadium just to see all the bells and whistles of this impressive venue that has hosted National Campionship games and the Super Bowl.
Best food and drink at University of Phoenix Stadium?
The stadium serves the norm of hamburgers, chicken fingers and fries, pizza, and hot dogs along with soda and beer. There are also nachos, pretzels, ice cream, and for those who like something different Mexican food such as tacos and quesadillas and some BBQ sandwiches with chips.
Best giveaways at University of Phoenix Stadium?
The Cardinals do a good job of giving t-shirts, hats, mini-footballs, player cards, and bobble heads of Carson Palmer and Larry Fitzgerald.
Directions to University of Phoenix Stadium?
Phoenix Stadium is located in downtown Glendale and is just east of the Loop 101 Agua Fria Fwy, in between the Bethany Home and Glendale Rd exits. It is very easy to get too.
What to expect from the University of Phoenix Stadium crowd?
The fans are from all over the country and a lot of them are retirees who come from cold places during the Winter. There are jerseys of all different NFL teams a long with the Cardinals. The fans are very family friendly and love their football.
Best bars near University of Phoenix Stadium?
The Shout House is a great rock and roll piano bar that is a fun experience before or after a game. They offer great specials and have pretty decent appetizers and food. Buffalo Wild Wings is another good bar that is cheaper than this one and has a bunch of TVs to watch the games and highlights.
Dealing with scalpers at University of Phoenix Stadium?
There are plenty of scalpers outside the stadium and you definitely know who they are. They usually mark the tickets up 20% but feel free to negotiate with them.
Artifacts to look for at University of Phoenix Stadium?
There are two NFC West Division Championship banners from 2008 and 2009, and the 2008 NFC Conference Championship banner when they had the late great Kurt Warner. Behind those banners is a mural of Cardinals legends.