A Night to Remember: Panthers Fans Pack Bru’s Room in Pompano for Playoff Madness

If you were anywhere near Bru’s Room Sports Grill on Sunday night, you probably heard it before you saw it. The shouting, the chanting, the thunderous cheers—it was playoff night, and the Florida Panthers had the whole place on fire.

From the moment you walked into the Pompano Beach location, it was clear: this wasn’t just a bar anymore. This was home base for Panthers fans, and it felt like the entire city had squeezed inside.

The Crowd Was Loud—and Loving Every Minute

People started arriving early, way before the game even started. Some came straight from work, still in button-ups, just swapping out their name tags for Panthers hats. Others brought their kids, their grandparents, or their entire friend groups. The vibe? Electric.

Inside, it was standing room only. Jerseys everywhere. Kids with mini sticks in hand. Tables were packed with wings and nachos, beers clinking mid-toast, and eyes glued to the dozen big screens lining the walls.

“Look at this place!” said Melissa Jacobs, a fan from Boca Raton who drove down for the night. “I’ve never seen it like this. It’s like a playoff party and family reunion rolled into one.”

Every time the Panthers got a shot on goal, the crowd would hold its breath. When they scored? Total chaos. People jumped up, high-fived strangers, spilled drinks, and didn’t care one bit. One man even stood on his chair yelling, “We’re going all the way, baby!”

Bru’s Room Embraces the Buzz

The staff at Bru’s Room seemed just as hyped as the fans. Bartenders wore Panthers gear, servers hustled through tight spaces like pros, and everyone looked like they were in it together.

“We prepped like it was the Super Bowl,” laughed general manager Tiffany Rowe. “Honestly, we knew it would be packed, but this? This is another level.”

To keep the energy going, the bar added some playoff-themed fun: drink specials named after players, Panthers flags hanging from the ceiling, even a raffle for official gear. People were lining up at the entrance just to get a spot at the bar.

A Fan Base That’s All In

The Florida Panthers haven’t always had this kind of support. In years past, they struggled to fill seats—even at home games. But something has shifted. With a powerhouse lineup and a serious playoff push this year, fans are showing up like never before.

And they’re not just watching—they’re living every moment.

“You can feel it. Something’s changed,” said Alex Gomez, a season ticket holder since 2003. “This city is finally a hockey town. And win or lose, we’re here for it.”

More Than Just a Game

It’s easy to call it just another playoff game. But for a lot of people here, it was more than that. It was about community, tradition, and a rare moment of shared excitement.

Take 9-year-old Ethan Miller, for example. He watched the game with his dad, decked out in full Panthers gear, waving a mini flag with every goal. “I wanna be like Barkov when I grow up,” he said with a toothy grin.

Around them, people of all ages laughed, cheered, and leaned into the experience. It wasn’t just hockey—it was a shared moment that gave everyone something to root for.

Looking Ahead

With the Panthers moving closer to a potential Stanley Cup Finals appearance, fans are already making plans for the next game. Bru’s Room is gearing up for even bigger crowds, and word is, they may bring in extra screens outside to handle the overflow.

“We’re not missing a minute,” said Melissa, already RSVPing for a table. “If we’re going down this road, we’re doing it together.”

So whether you’re a die-hard fan or just hopping on the bandwagon, one thing’s for sure: playoff hockey in South Florida is the real deal now. And if you want to feel the heart of it, just head to Bru’s Room in Pompano Beach.

That’s where the magic’s happening.