STILL NO NFL IN L.A., BUT PLENTY OF NACHOS; LOCAL EATERIES SERVE UP FUN WITH FOOTBALL.

Byline: Eric Sondheimer Daily News Deputy Sports Editor 

Kamikazis for 75 cents. Hot dogs for $1. Free buffets. Oyster shooters for $1. A 34-ounce pitcher of beer for $4.50. Yes, football season has arrived, and area sports bars are gearing up. They want football fans to scream, yell, eat and drink while watching their favorite NFL teams in action.

It's the third year without an NFL team in Los Angeles, but sports bar owners don't seem to mind. Some have adopted their own teams, which brings in lots of steady business.

Chicago Bears fans have long hung out at Corbin Bowl in Tarzana and Tin Horn Flats Bar and Grill in Burbank. Buffalo Bills backers control Bobby McGee's in Burbank. Pittsburgh Steelers fans crowd into Bull's Eye Grill and Tavern in Northridge. The Super Bowl champion Green Bay Packers suddenly are favorites at Casa Di Pizza in West Hills, Sam's Saloon in Oxnard and Rookies Sports Bar and Grill in Agoura.

And the Minnesota Vikings now have their own local sports bar. Jerry Mankin, owner of Stovepiper in Northridge, had hosted Cleveland Browns fans for 10 years. Then he started showing Baltimore Ravens games last year after the Browns moved to Baltimore. ``I gave up,'' he said. ``The first couple of weeks, they came in and they were booing when the Browns scored. Then they stopped coming in.''

Now Mankin's Stovepiper will become a Vikings bar.

For fun, noise, adventure and cheap food, few sports bars are more enjoyable than Weber's in Reseda. Owner Brandy McKay has positioned her 17 TVs and three big screens so patrons can watch five different games simultaneously. Meanwhile, they'll be rooting for interceptions on the big screen (that's when Kamikazis go for 75 cents). She also sells ``The Homewrecker,'' a half-pound hot dog that goes for $2.25.

``We're kind of raucous,'' McKay said. ``We're having so much fun.''

Yankee Doodles in Woodland Hills is inviting college alumni to call up and reserve areas on Saturday to watch their favorite college teams.

Specials are most prominent for Monday Night Football. Happy hours are in force, with drink and food specials galore.

A sampling of many of the area's popular sports bars, taverns and restaurants catering to NFL fans on Sundays:

Barrel Sports Bar: The Barrel is entering its 40th year in Van Nuys. It has three televisions and one big screen. The walls are covered with sports memorabilia, including images of Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth and Ernie Banks. Beer runs $2.50 a bottle; hot dogs for $2. 4547 Van Nuys Blvd., Sherman Oaks; [phone].

Bobby McGee's: This is the Burbank hangout for Buffalo Bills fans. Beer is $1.75 a bottle. A free buffet is offered. 107 South First Street, Burbank; [phone].

Bull's Eye Grill & Tavern: The place Pittsburgh Steelers fans fill every Sunday. It has six TVs and one big screen. Darts and pool are available. Beer is $2.75 a bottle. On Monday nights, a 60-ounce pitcher of beer goes for $4. Kamikazis go for $2. 8516 Reseda Blvd., Northridge; [phone].

Casa Di Pizza: With six TVs and two big screens, this West Hills restaurant offers a friendly family-style Sunday atmosphere. Packers and Dolphins are the favorite teams. Beer starts at $1.50, with a pitcher going for $6. There's a Sunday and Monday night special: $9.99 for an extra large pizza. 7543 Fallbrook Ave., West Hills; [phone].

Champions Sports Bar: Located at the L.A. Airport Marriott, it draws an upscale crowd with its 19 TVs, two big screens. A full menu is offered. Beer goes for $2.75 domestic draft and $3.50 domestic bottle. There's a $5 cover charge. A breakfast buffet costs $6.95. 5855 West Century Blvd., Los Angeles; [phone].

Clancy's Blue Whale Bar: There are 10 TVs. Domestic beer in a bottle goes for $2.95 and $1.50 on Monday nights. There is a large selection of imported beers and a free hot dog bar on Monday nights. The 49ers and Raiders are the adopted teams. 219 N. Central, Glendale; [phone].

Coach's: With six TVs and two big screens, Coach's offers residents in the Antelope Valley access to the best Sunday TV games. Beer goes for $2 and $7.50 for a pitcher. On Monday nights, draft beer is $1.75 and there are free hot dogs. Chicken wings go for $5.50 a dozen. 43451 Gadsden Ave. (off Avenue K), Lancaster; [phone].

Corbin Bowl Sports Lounge: This is the place for Bears fans to yell and shout. And they can always escape to the arcade when their team gets stopped short of a touchdown. There's a 60-inch big screen and 12 other 27-inch TV monitors. There are two pool tables and two dart boards. Beer goes for $2.25 a bottle. If you want to bowl, it's $3.50 per game. The arcade keeps the kids occupied. 19616 Ventura Blvd., Tarzana; [phone].

Golden Cue: For pool and football, this billiards hall and sports bar is for you. It has four TVs, including one big screen. There are 36 pool tables. Bottled beer goes for $2.25. Free buffet on Monday nights. 1001 East Colorado Blvd, Glendale; [phone].

Lamplighter: With three TVs in both its Sherman Oaks and Chatsworth locations, the Lamplighter is plunging into football. There will be half-priced appetizers, $2 domestic beer and pitchers of Michelob for $4.95. 5043 Van Nuys Blvd., Sherman Oaks; 818-788-5110; 9110 DeSoto Ave., Chatsworth; 818-882-1877.

Mesquite Ranch Bar-B-Que Sports Bar and Restaurant: It's the rookie season for this family-run eatery and bar, and owner Steve Lane promises fans will be satisfied with his place's unique atmosphere and quality of food. Especially his tri-tip sandwiches, cooked over genuine mesquite wood.

There are three satellite dishes, six television sets and a 60-inch big screen, plus shuffleboards and darts when the football action stales.

Nearly all drinks and food are discounted $1 during Monday Night Football. A 10-ounce glass of domestic beer will cost you $1.

Mesquite Ranch doesn't owe loyalty to any particular team yet. ``We're just going to let it happen as it comes,'' Lane said.

8215 De Sota Ave., Canoga Park; [phone].

Antojitos Mexicanos: This Van Nuys resturant will sell beer for $1.99 a glass and $5.99 a pitcher. If you wear your favorite team jersey on Sunday, you can buy tacos for 69 cents. It caters to Bears, 49ers, Dolphins and Broncos. It has four TVs. 6263 Van Nuys Blvd., Van Nuys; [phone].

PC's Bar & Grille: This bar has a $2.99 breakfast special and sells bottled beer for $2.25. Bloody Marys go for $2. It has four TVs. Hot dogs go for 50 cents and there's an all-you-can eat spaghetti feast for $3.49 on Monday nights. 4250 Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley; [phone].

Pineapple Hill Saloon and Grill: You can sip Mai Tais for $4.25 or wolf down $1 Louisiana hot dogs. A game of the week will be chosen to feature each Sunday. It has five TVs. Bottled beer sells for $2.25 and well drinks for $3. 4454 Van Nuys Blvd., Sherman Oaks; [phone].

Robin Hood British Pub: Watch NFL games in an English atmosphere. English beers served by the pint go for $3.75. An English breakfast is served for $8.25 on Sundays. There's a $3 Bloody Mary special and beer for $2. Robin Hood has four TVs. It will still cater to Raiders fans. 13640 Burbank Blvd., Van Nuys; [phone].

Rookies Sports Bar and Grill: This is the top sports bar in the Conejo Valley, with 15 TVs and three big screens. The Agoura establishment will offer beer for $2.75. On Monday nights, there are food and cocktail specials. The Miller Lite girls are scheduled to appear on Monday nights. Several employees are big Green Bay fans, so Vikings fans, beware. 5617 Kanan Road, Agoura Hills; [phone].

Sagebrush Cantina: If you like caviar with your football, this is the place. While watching the pregame festivities on one of 12 TVs, customers can partake in a $21.95 champagne brunch buffet on Sundays served until 2 p.m. Some of its highlights: oysters and clams on the half-shell, crab legs, fresh turkey, ham, ribs and lots of desserts. Champagne is complimentary. Live music is planned for after the games. It opens at 9 a.m. 23527 Calabasas Road, Calabasas; [phone].

Sam's Saloon: Fans for the Steelers, Packers and Cowboys like to hang out at this Oxnard watering hole. There are 15 TVs and even TVs in the bathrooms. Twenty-ounce draft beers go for $2.50. 3129 South Saviers Road, Oxnard; [phone].

Santa Clarita Brewing Co.: Try one of the eight home-brewed beers while watching your favorite team on five TVs and one big screen. Pints of beer go for $2 and $6 for a pitcher. On Monday nights, there are $1 hot dogs and tacos. The Chiefs and Packers are the favorite teams. 20655 Soledad Canyon Road No. 1, Santa Clarita; [phone].

Schoonerville: This Canoga Park restaurant has eight TVs and two big screens. A 20-ounce schooner of beer goes for $2.75. Mircobeers go for $3.75. There will be a $2.99 breakfast special. The Raiders, 49ers, Dolphins and Packers are featured teams. 8901 DeSoto Ave., Canoga Park [phone].

Stovepiper: Cleveland Browns fans used to rule at this Northridge bar next to Brent's Deli. Now owner Jerry Mankin has thrown his loyalty to the Minnesota Vikings. A bottle of beer goes for $2.50. There are five TVs. 19563 Parthenia St., Northridge; [phone].

Tin Horn Flats Bar & Grill: An old-fashioned Western bar with sawdust and swinging doors is a long-time hangout for Bears fans. Burritos will be a Sunday morning specialty. It has five TVs. Beer is $5.50 for a pitcher and $1.25 a glass. 2623 West Magnolia, Burbank; [phone].

Tree House Sports Bar & Grill: This is the largest sports bar in Ventura County at 6,800 square feet, with 50 TVs and five big screens. Every NFL game on Sunday can be seen here. Beer goes for $2.25. If you're really hungry, enjoy the steamed clams and garlic bread for $9.95 or Porterhouse steak for $14.95. ``No bad sports'' is the motto. Monday night specials include $1 beers, $1 margaritas, $1 hot dogs, $1 nauchos and $1 oyster shooters. 2830 Tapo Street, Simi Valley; [phone].

Weber's: If you like noise, lots of fun and enjoy sampling micro-beers, this Reseda sports bar with 17 TVs and three big screens is the place to be. Buy a souvenir glass and bring it back for 99-cent beer refills. There's a ``make your own'' Bloody Mary bar. Kamikazis go for 75 cents after interceptions on the big screen. There are 185 American micro-beers. On Monday nights, you can purchase the $2.25 hot dog known as the ``Homewrecker.'' Get a pound of shrimp and a pitcher of beer for $9.99. ``If you don't want to yell and scream, don't come here,'' owner Brandy McKay said. 19312 Vanowen St., Reseda; [phone].

Yankee Doodles: Crammed with 40 TVs, five big screens and 22 pool tables, this three-year-old Woodland Hills establishment welcomes all sports fans. A 34-ounce Miller beer goes for $4.50. A pint of domestic beer goes for $2.50. There will be special game-day menus and lots of Monday night attractions. An hour of free pool is offered for those who purchase lunch. 21870 Victory Blvd., Woodland Hills; [phone].

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Some of places where fans can cheer for their favorite teams:

Buffalo Bills: Bobby McGee's (Burbank)

Chicago Bears: Antojitos Mexicanos (Van Nuys), Corbin Bowl Sports Lounge (Tarzana), Tin Horn Flats Bar & Grill (Burbank)

Dallas Cowboys: Sam's Saloon (Oxnard)

Denver Broncos: Antojitos Mexicanos (Van Nuys)

Green Bay Packers: Casa Di Pizza (West Hills), Sam's Saloon (Oxnard), Santa Clarita Brewing Co. (Santa Clarita), Schoonerville (Canoga Park)

Kansas City Chiefs: Santa Clarita Brewing Co. (Santa Clarita)

Miami Dolphin: Antojitos Mexicanos (Van Nuys), Casa Di Piazza (West Hills), Schoonerville (Canoga Park)

Minnesota Vikings: Stovepiper (Northridge)

Oakland Raiders: Clancy's Blue Whale Bar (Glendale), Robin Hood British Pub (Van Nuys)

Pittsburgh Steelers: Bull's Eye Grill & Tavern (Northridge), Sam's Saloon (Oxnard)

San Francisco 49ers: Clancy's Blue Whale Bar (Glendale), Schoonerville (Canoga Park)

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Photo: (color) Weber's owner Brandy McKay has the Reseda hangout decked out for the coming football season.

Tom Mendoza / Daily News

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