new bars (Whisky Street, Bodega) and not far from the Green Pig and Squatters.
Also recommend the Grand America and Hotel Monaco.
“Cougar Canyon” is an area in front of the stadium with foodtrucks, live music, etc. Not a bad place to spend a few mins before you go in. Sneaking in alcohol will be risky but I’m sure people do it.
If you are in the lower section of the visitors section you will be in a decent spot, but they are bleachers. You may want to rent a seat back for the game if you stay there.