Madison Square Garden is getting in the Latin mood this month with Latin pop star Romeo hitting the stage for three nights this month. Whether Romeo got you in the mood, or you’re just a fan, get ready for the next big Latin performance to hit the Garden this month when star Ricardo Arjona comes to NYC. Arjona is a 2-time Grammy winner, winning the coveted award in 2007 for Best Latin Pop Album and the 2006 Latin Grammy for Best Male Pop Vocal album.

Arjona, who started his music career at age 8 when he first picked up a car, has been called an anomaly in the world of Latin pop, as he first found fame as a protest singer associated with student culture. Born in Guatemala, he ultimately found success when he moved to Buenos Aires, where his non-traditional themes were more readily accepted. The multi-talented artist was also a basketball star in Guatemala, where he played as a member of the national team and, until recently, held the national record for most points scored in a single game with 78.

Intrigued? So are we. For a peek at Arjona’s musical talents, check out a video or two on YouTube, and snag a ticket here for the show on Sunday, February 26th at 8 PM. Come see us at Sally’s for drinks and to pre-game at the bar – and we’ll be open late through the night if you’re going to keep the party going after the show. Since we’re located just around the corner from the Garden, it will be easy to get to and from the show without having to build in lots of travel time. See you soon!

The UCLA Bruins come to Madison Square Garden to play the St. John’s Red Storm on Saturday, February 18.

Mustang Harry’s has been a favorite of college basketball fans since we opened 1995.

We’ve always been known as the favorite UCLA bar near MSG, as hundreds of fans of Bruins have flooded our establishment before games. We look forward to hosting yet another UCLA alumni meet-up this week.

We have  room for large groups, one of the longest bars in NYC, the freshest craft beers, an outstanding bar menu full of those foods you can’t get enough of, and a terrific brunch menu.

No wonder many consider Mustang Harry’s one of the best restaurants near Madison Square Garden.

Epic band Van Halen is back on tour! And they are coming to the Garden for 2 shows, 2/28 and 3/1. Tickets are still available here for what is sure to be a rocking show. This storied band has had many stars come and go – David Lee Roth, Sammy Hagar, Gary Cheron and others have been a part of the show intermittently over the years. On February 7, 2012, the band released a new album: A Different Kind of Truth, its 12th album, featuring vocals by Roth, his first album since reuniting with the group in 2006.

The new album has received glowing reviews from the press, with its first single Tattoo quickly climbing the Billboard charts, and reviewers praising the album – USA Today said that it’s the “true kick in the butt that arena rock desperately needs.”

Heading to the show? Come party with us at Mustang Sally’s afterward. We have a full dinner menu for late-night snacks, and of course we will be pouring drinks all night long. We expect a big, fun crowd after the show – and, of course, we could be talked into playing some Van Halen upon request!

And then there were two.

Just two teams vying for the trophy for Super Bowl XLVI (that’s 46 for those who slept through Roman Numerals).

To the surprise of many, but not us diehard fans at Mustang Sally’s, one of those teams is The New York Giants!! Yes, after their thorough dismantling of the defending champion Green Bay Packers (see highlights here) and squeaking by the San Francisco 49ers in OT in the NFC Championship, the Giants will take on the New England Patriots in the Super Bowl, for the second time in four years.

Click here for a look back at the at-times-hysterical media coverage of the amazing 2007 season and run-up to that fabled Super Bowl.

As this week winds down, you’re likely wondering where is the best place to watch the NY Giants in NYC.

Mustang Sally’s has long been considered one of the best sports bars in NYC. We have TVs everywhere you turn, outstanding bar food, and a stellar line-up of world class beers. For the Super Bowl, we also offer an optional unlimited package – $50 for beer (non-craft), house wine and well liquors, plus appetizers,for the full duration of the game. No wonder that NY Magazine wrote that Mustang Sally’s is “as comfortable place as any to while away an NFL Sunday.”

We agree. Many of the usual places not only won’t have a seat for you, they won’t even give you a comfortable place to stand. Do you really want to watch the Super Bowl three-deep at a bar, pushing through each time you want a drink?

We don’t want you to, either. Enjoy the Super Bowl in comfort, like a grown-up. Call Mustang Sally’s now at 212-695-3806 to reserve a table. As of writing this, we still have some tables available for the Super Bowl.

Just four teams remain in the hunt for the trophy for Super Bowl XLVI (that’s 46 for those who don’t recall their Roman Numeral lessons).

One of those teams happens to be The New York Giants!! Yes, after their thorough dismantling of the defending champion Green Bay Packers (see highlights here) the Giants take on the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Championship, with the winner moving on to Super Bowl XLVI.

This season is beginning to remind many of the NY Giants fabulous run to victory in Super Bowl XLII in 2008. Click here for a look back at the at-times-hysterical media coverage of that amazing season.

As this week winds down, you’re likely wondering where is the best place to watch the NY Giants in NYC.

Mustang Sally’s has long been considered one of the best sports bars in NYC. We have TVs everywhere you turn, outstanding bar food, and a stellar line-up of world class beers. No wonder that NY Magazine wrote that Mustang Sally’s is “as comfortable place as any to while away an NFL Sunday.”

We emphatically agree. Many of those other places not only won’t have a seat for you, they won’t even give you a decent place to stand. Do you really want to watch the game while standing three-deep at the bar, having to push through each time you want a drink, and waiting for the inevitable fight?

We didn’t think so. Call Mustang Sally’s now at 212-695-3806 to reserve a table. As of writing this, we still have some tables available for the NY Giants – 49ers game on Sunday.

Do you have a group of fellow fans who want to get together for a game? Call us in advance and we’ll set aside an area just for you.

Famed heavy metal music festival Gigantour is taking over the Theater at MSG! On Saturday, January 28th, this festival, first organized by Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine in 2005, was originally designed as a festival consisting of “positive bands that play heavy music in a high energy environment.” This year’s festival linup, all handpicked by Mustaine himself, features the classic metal band Megadeth, Motorhead, Danish band Volbeat, and Italian metal band Lacuna Coil — and it’s sure to be an electrifying night. And – tickets are still available here.

Bringing the best in heavy metal to the best concert venue in the country can only mean one thing: an epic crowd for an epic performance. We’re expecting the crowds to be big and fun, and we invite you to join us at Mustang Sally’s before or after the show. With the show starting at 6:30, come spend your Saturday afternoon with us, and know that you can leave right before the show – since we’re right around the corner, you won’t have any worries about delayed trains or traffic. Or, come see us after the show. We’ll be rocking all night long.

Over the next few weeks, pro football moves from a once or twice a week hobby to a full-time obsession. Eight teams remain in the hunt for the trophy for Super Bowl XLVI (that’s 46 for those who don’t recall their Roman Numeral lessons).

Click here for a look at the NFL Playoff schedule.

Now that you know when your team is playing, your next question is “where should I watch the game?”

Mustang Sally’s has long been considered one of the best sports bars in NYC. We serve outstanding pub fare and bar food, along with a stellar line-up of world class beers and other drinks, and we have TVs everywhere you turn. While some bars are larger and perhaps get more press, NY Magazine wrote that Mustang Sally’s is “as comfortable place as any to while away a pennant race or an NFL Sunday.”

We emphatically agree. Many of those other places not only won’t have a seat for you, they won’t even give you a decent place to stand. Do you really want to watch the game while standing three-deep at the bar, having to push through each time you want a drink, and waiting for the inevitable fist-fight?

We didn’t think so. Call Mustang Sally’s now at 212-695-3806 to reserve a table. As of writing this, we still have some tables available for the NY Giants – Green Bay Packers game on Sunday.

Do you have a group of fellow fans who want to get together for a game? Call us in advance and we’ll set aside an area just for you.

It’s shaping up to be a tumultous season for Knicks fans. Mike D’Antoni and his team were expected to be a contendor this year, but the first 8 games of the season have been up and down, to say the least. Now 4-4, the team last played at home at Madison Square Garden on Wednesday and got booed off the court after a loss to the Charlotte Bobcats. D’Antoni heard chants of “Phil Jackson” as the MSG faithful expressed their disappointment in his coaching.

Then, on Saturday, the good Knicks were back, with a 103-80 rout of the Pistons. Now, they’re ready for another stint at home, returning to the Garden on Monday night to face the Bobcats, with an opportunity for serious payback. The 76ers will head to MSG on Wednesday night for the second game of the home stretch.

This early season test may prove to show the true colors of this 2012 team. Have tickets? Come see us after the game. If you’re not heading to the game, come watch with us. We’ll have it on our TVs, and we’ll be full of Knicks fans, so there will be a built-in celebration. (Hey, we think positively!) Go Knicks!

It’s no secret that there are up-and-coming actors all over NYC, and that many of today’s leading actors and comedians got their start in the city. But, where to find the next Alec Baldwin or Tina Fey? We’re lucky to have lots of independent productions and performances happening right in our neighborhood, and one of our favorite spots for comedy — both shows and classes — is The Pit (short for the People’s Improv Theatre). Dedicated to instruction and performance of original comedy, The Pit also offers a workshop program for team building and leadership training. How’s that for a day at the office?

Comedy is more than just the performers on the stage. Comedic writing is also an art, and The Pit offers training for budding writers as well. With classes for budding screenwriters and wannabe SNL skitwriters alike, they offer writing classes and seminars for just about any type of comedy. Some of the many shows put on each night at The Pit always feature student writing and acting — mixed with guest performances by the likes of Jimmy Fallon, you’re sure to be entertained. Check out the show list here, with tickets starting at just $5. If you’re considering classes, The Pit’s full list is on their website, with classes starting all the time. Or - our favorite offering – check out the Corporate Seminars; share the page with your boss and get ready for the best team-building event you’ve ever had.

No matter whether you’re heading to The Pit for class, a show, or a workshop – you’re sure to be entertained and to leave laughing. Keep the good times rolling over a few pints at Mustang Sally’s after the main event. Show us your ticket stub or other proof that you’re coming from The Pit, and get $1 off every drink and 15% off all food orders – that more than pays for the ticket to the show!

Amy Poehler, Horatio Sanz, Tina Fey, Will Ferrell, Rachel Dratch. What do they have common….other than Saturday Night Live? Their performances at Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre, of course. If you’ve never been – this is a true NYC comedy treasure. Located at 26th and 8th in Chelsea, the Upright Citizens Brigade was originally composed of 4 comics: Poehler, Matt Besser, Ian Roberts, and Matt Walsh, who brought their act to NYC from Chicago in 1996. 3 years later, in 1999, the theater opened on West 22nd Street, and moved to its current location in 2003.

The Theatre’s stated mission is “fostering both an appreciation and education of the arts through affordable and high quality comedic performances and classes,” and to offer “big names for small change.” And it delivers. Robin Williams, Alec Baldwin, Tina Fey, and other modern comedy legends have all performed at UCB, where most tickets are just $8.

With shows at 8 PM and 11 PM most weeknights, and sometimes a 9:30 performance in between – and late night shows on Friday and Saturday nights - there’s almost always a performance worth your while at UCB.

Have comedic aspirations yourself or want to perform at UCBT? Check out its Longform Improvisation Training Center, where every level of class includes at least one performance at UCBT

Here’s the best news of all. Mustang Sally’s offers a great deal to current-day UCB ticket holders. Come by before or after a show, and we’ll give you 15% off on all food orders and $1 off every drink. If you come with a hearty appetite, you can end up saving on your bill as much as you paid for the ticket. It’s like getting the show for free!