Fast-Food Franchises Keep Hoops Fans Fueled with Pretzels, Sandwiches and More
The Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder are currently duking it out in the 2025 NBA Finals. With viewership of the NBA Playoffs on ESPN platforms experiencing a 12% increase from last year, this exciting series will likely also score big numbers. (This marks the first NBA Finals appearance for the Pacers since 2000 and for the Thunder since 2012!)
Hoops fans and casual viewers alike will be catching all the action at watch parties across the country. From wings and pizza to pretzels and sandwiches, fast-food brands provide great takeout and catering options to keep NBA Finals spectators fueled throughout the entire series.
Below, we dive into the best fast-food takeout options for the 2025 NBA Finals.
NBA Finals 2025: Best Fast-Food Takeout Options
Buona
Buona can turn any occasion into an Italian feast, and the 2025 NBA Finals are no exception! Its Game Day pack, which serves 10, includes 20 Italian sausage and pepper skewers, 20 Arancini beef bites, 20 chicken tenders, 10 premade beef sandwiches with hot giardiniera and sweet peppers and 10 bags of kettle chips. Buona also offers an MVP pack, which features signature Italian beef, bread, hot giardiniera, sweet peppers, signature rigatoni marinara and the original chopped chicken salad.
Chipotle
The corporate-owned fast-food chain is giving fans a fun way to score a free entrée with “Chipotle Instant Freeplays.” If a coach’s challenge happens during a live game — like a review of a foul or out-of-bounds call — fans should keep an eye on @ChipotleTweets on X. The account will drop hints about a special keyword. The first 5,000 people to text that keyword to 888222 will win a free entrée.
Dog Haus
The Dog Haus franchise is helping hoops fans become MVPs of their watch parties with great catering options. With a lineup of dogs, sliders, loaded tots and more, the brand’s catering options are a slam dunk for any occasion.
Döner Haus
While Knicks fans may still be reeling from their team’s playoff loss, they can represent the Big Apple at Manhattan watch parties with takeout from Döner Haus. The emerging German-style Döner Kebab franchise is as impressive as Jalen Brunson’s highlight reel. With a lineup of Döner Sandwiches, wraps and Döner Boxes served with fries or salad, it’s a winning pick for any watch party.
Movita Juice Bar
Wings, pizza and pretzels might be watch party MVPs, but they’re not exactly nutritional champions. For fans looking to have a healthier option at 2025 NBA Finals watch parties, Movita Juice Bar has got you covered! The eco-friendly juice bar franchise offers a menu of delicious smoothies, açai bowls and juices.
Philly Pretzel Factory
Pretzels are a slam dunk at any watch party! Philly Pretzel Factory’s small rivet party tray feeds 10-15 fans, while the large rivet party tray is for parties of 20-25. Customers can also enjoy the mini pretzel, hot dog or mini cheesesteak trays.
Wingers Alehouse
Wingers Alehouse is a family-friendly franchise famous for its wings, “Sticky Fingers,” and craft beers on tap. This small town favorite offers catering options that can elevate any watch party. From burgers and rice bowls to pastas and soups and salads, Winger’s menu has something for everyone.
