2018 will be the 8th year for the Big Apple Browns Backers, the largest Cleveland Browns Backer location in New York City and arguably the most exciting chapter in the entire country. We’re a rowdy bunch and like our CLE sports misery mixed with a healthy dose of alcohol.

We’ve worked hard to build an amazing community of Cleveland fans living in NYC and pride ourselves on welcoming all Browns fans into our flock.

Visiting the Big Apple for the weekend? Cleveland-native that recently moved to NYC? 1st-time fan that’s all aboard the HYPE-TRAIN after watching ‘Hard Knocks’? JOIN US!

We’ve got a massive private room (it’s the entire downstairs level), food & drink specials, and our own bar plus dedicated wait-staff.

Here’s everything you need to know about enjoying your Sunday with the Big Apple Browns Backers:

1. We only show the Browns game. (All other NFL games can be watched upstairs)
2. If you refuse a free shot by the Shot Penguin an angel loses it’s wings.
3. Be nice to your bartender & wait-staff and remember to tip with appreciation.
4. No reservations. We’re believe in communal / lunch-room seating. Get friendly.
5. Doors open 75 minutes before kick-off (aka 11:45am).
6. This is our church: treat the bar and space with respect.
7. Fair warning: we don’t play nicely with other fans. If for some stupid reason you’re rooting for our opponent that week, you will be asked to leave and go upstairs (this counts for any friends or significant others you might bring).
8. Steelers fans are strictly prohibited: they will be mocked relentlessly and escorted out by security.
9. Plate breaking after a tough loss has been known to happen. Please ask management approval beforehand.
10. And most importantly, always remember: THIS IS OUR YEAR!

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Looking for the largest & most fun Cleveland Browns Backers bar in all of New York City? We’ve got you covered!

The Big Apple Browns Backers watch games at Brother Jimmy’s Murray Hill, their official Browns Backers location and the BEST Cleveland sports bar in New York City.

Accept no imitations! The Big Apple Browns Backers are the rowdiest Cleveland Browns bar in all of NYC and one of the largest Backers chapters in the entire country.

We’ve got a massive private room (it’s an entire level), food & drink specials, our own bar and dedicated wait-staff and only show the Browns games. No other games, no other fans!

Come join us every Sunday during the NFL season to watch our beloved Cleveland Browns:

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The Big Apple Browns Backers of NYC will be hosting our 2018 NFL Draft watch party on Thursday, April 26th at 7:30pm at our official viewing location, Brother Jimmy’s Murray Hill.

Everyone knows the NFL Draft is essentially the playoffs for Cleveland Browns fans. It’s the one night where we can forget our terrible losing record the year before and have delusional visions of grandeur about how this draft class will finally be the one to lead us to greener pastures.

Come join us on this special night as we irrationally chant “SUPER BOWL! SUPER BOWL!” and watch us draft two QBs with the 1st and 4th picks.

Just head down the steps to the basement level where you’ll enter our Cleveland safe-haven, with over 12 giant TVs and projectors, lots of seating, a full bar and a team of dedicated waitresses.

181 Lexington Ave (corner of E. 31st)
New York, NY 10016
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