2023 has been quite the year for the Bravo multiverse — Jen Shah found guilty of more than being “Shah-mazing,” Danielle and Lindsay’s friendship devolving on Summer House, and the Giudice-Gorga saga continuing — but amidst all the table slamming and tears, Vanderpump Rules has proved this year that it does, in fact, rule (in drama, that is).
If you’re new here, a summary: ahead of the VPR’s tenth season, news leaked that Tom Sandoval cheated on his long-time girlfriend Ariana Madix with her friend Raquel Leviss, a story that was truly Earth-shattering in various corners of the internet and TikTok. The reality show’s scandalous (read: Scandovalous — still workshopping that) 10th season comes to a head tomorrow, May 17th, and for any Bravoholics looking to watch with an espresso martini in hand, you’re in luck. Hoboken’s very own Belo Bar will be hosting a Vanderpump Rules finale watch party tomorrow at its 104 Hudson Street location — and we just got word that Healy’s Tavern in Jersey City will be having one too, at 374 Newark Avenue. Read on for the details surrounding these upcoming VPR finale watch parties (and email us if you find out more spots hosting one – we’ll add to the list!).
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The Details
There comes a time in every reality junkie’s life when they come up with the totally original, never-before-heard-of idea to open a bar that streams reality TV shows like they are sports games. The idea, in itself, is genius, but hardly (if at all) executed. Lucky for us, Belo Bar in Hoboken is putting it in praxis.
I need a bar that’ll play real housewives like a football game
— Glowja Cat✨• IG: selfcarecoka (@c0kahina) January 15, 2023
Tomorrow, May 17th, the Hoboken cocktail bar will be streaming the Vanderpump Rules season 10 finale on all of its TVs and invites local “poo poo heads” (IYKYK) to join in on the fun. The episode will air at 9PM and festivities kick off at 8PM — because Belo Bar is a smaller space, we recommend arriving earlier at the 104 Hudson Street location to secure a spot. Belo Bar will be serving up its usual menu of craft cocktails + other beverages.
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VPR Event in Jersey City
Jersey City locals fear not — Healy’s Tavern will also be hosting a Vanderpump Rules watch party tomorrow, May 17th, which starts at 8PM. On the menu will be a specialty “Pumptini,” with tissues at the ready because, you know, Scandoval. Sound will be *on* at Healy’s, which is located at 374 Newark Avenue in Jersey City.
More About Belo Bar
On a typical night, patrons can expect a piano bar, live music, and a whole lot of jazz and good vibes. Originally, the owners (Camilla Marino and David Lucibello) were shooting for an October or late November opening, but Belo Bar officially opened its doors in December 2019.
Ahead of its opening in 2019, the owners shared with The Hoboken Girl that guests can look forward to “Friendly service, cocktails, and a large variety of wine from all over the world. The menu we are developing will have small plates from all different cuisines. We’ll also offer great happy hour all week and weekly music and entertainment.” Nearly 4 years later, it still rings true.
“Our goal for this bar is to create a place where you open the door and immediately feel like you’re in your own home,” Marino added.
Inclusivity is a big part of the Belo Bar brand.
“I think the most important thing we want to express is that this bar is a place for everyone,” Marino added. “Our bartenders are football fans who will take over on the sports days, they’re artists who want to create experiences with locals, they’re wine connoisseurs and cocktail geniuses who want to please your palate. We are here for the people and you can expect something different here at BELO BAR.” Now this Hoboken spot can add Bravoholics to this list, too.
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This spot hosts piano karaoke nights (where a professional pianist will be playing and get this — you can do “live” karaoke with the piano player serenading), and live music several nights per week. “It will be a great place for people to enjoy downtown, with a good ambiance and affordable drink prices,” they shared with The Hoboken Girl back in 2019.
Next on the horizon for Belo is the opening of its sister bar, Metropolis. More details on that here.
If you’re a local bar hosting a similar Vanderpump Rules event, let us know — this is our Super Bowl, and we plan on celebrating accordingly. Email hello@hobokengirl.com to share details with us!
