The 2026 World Cup kicked off in Mexico City on Thursday, June 11, and continues until the big finale match on Sunday, July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, a mere nine miles from Manhattan.
In total, there are 104 matches and a record 48 countries participating. That’s a lot of soccer, um, football, er, fútbol to watch. If you’re going to celebrate the every-four-year fete, you might as well do it in a superlative venue; and we’ve got ‘em.
In addition to the FIFA-sanctioned Fan Events in all five boroughs, there are some great bars and restaurants showing the games.
Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden
Don’t just come here to watch the Czech national team play (though it will be extra raucous when they do). This century-old Czech beer garden and beer hall plans to show all 104 matches in its massive outdoor and indoor spaces.
Located in Astoria, Queens, this Czech institution can fit 1,000 seated soccer-loving guests who will be sipping pints of Czech lager and grazing on Central European staples while rooting for their favorite team. 29-19 24th Ave., Astoria, Queens, bohemianhall.com
Queens Tavern
Located in Hudson Yards, the newly opened Queens Tavern is a chophouse with a British accent. Whether you’re there to watch the English National Team play or another country’s team, you can sip a Gin & Tonic or a pint of Guinness, graze on Fish & Chips or a luscious Roast Beef Sandwich, all while watching the match. 20 Hudson Yards, Level 5, Midtown, chophouseandtavern.com
Palermo Argentinian Bistro
This brand new steak-centric Argentine spot in SoHo is already in the on World Cup screenings. With plus-sized TVs and a large-format projector in place, steak on the grill, and wine bottles from Mendoza being uncorked, Palermo is a prime spot in lower Manhattan to watch the matches, particularly when Messi and his Argentine teammates run onto the pitch. 55 Grand St., SoHo, palermonyc.com
Cuna Bar & Lounge
The smart, sleek space that is Mexican-accented Cuna Bar & Lounge is transformed into a prime spot for watching World Cup matches. The lounge, housed in the Standard East Village hotel on Cooper Square, will be offering a trio of Casamigos Tequila drinks during the matches when Mexico plays South Korea on June 18, and the Czech Republic on June 24. 25 Cooper Sq., East Village, cuna.nyc
Sadie’s
Set in the South Street Seaport, the brand new Sadie’s is dedicated to showing the World Cup. Perch inside the 200-seat garden bar to watch the matches on an 18-foot-tall LED screen. And you can bet they’ll be showing every match here.
During the games, the Sadie’s kitchen team will be firing up the barbecue. But the restaurant and bar also offers a full menu of feel-good fare, including Streak Frites, Chicken Schnitzel, and Fish & Chips. 19 Fulton St., South Street Seaport, sadies.nyc
Superbeuno
Superbueno, the popular and much-celebrated Mexican cocktail bar in the East Village, will be showing every match that the US Men’s National Team and the Mexican National Team play. During the games the bar will whip up special drinks made with ingredients inspired by each teams’ opponents. Reserve your spot at the Superbeuno Soccer Club here. 13 First Ave. East Village, superbuenonyc.com
Mercado Little Spain
Chef Jose Andres’ massive love-letter to Spanish culinary culture in Hudson Yards will be showing select matches, including all the knockout-stage games and the big finale. Join the fun while sipping on a glass of Rioja and nibbling on special tapas bites.
You don’t necessarily have to come here to watch the Spanish National Team, but during those matches, it’s going to become Mercado Wild Spain. 10 Hudson Yards, Midtown West, littlespain.com
The Queensboro
The Queensboro, located in Jackson Heights, Queens, has won over the neighborhood with the many community-minded events they put on. They’re also showing the World Cup matches in the sleek, exposed-brick wall interior.
As part of the $26 Five-Borough Winners Special happening at many New York City restaurants during the World Cup, The Queensboro is offering a choice of local and international beer, plus one menu item, and a collectable cup. Diners can also try one of two international-themed hot dogs: the Currywurst, first created in post-World War II Berlin; and a Mexican-accented hot dog with bacon, pico de gallo, black bean puree, and cilantro cream. 80-02 Northern Blvd., Jackson Heights, Queens, thequeensboro.com
Socceria
Newly opened and from the couple who brought us two of the city’s best Mexico City-style taquerias, Taqueria Ramirez and Carnitas Ramirez, Socceria has quickly become one of the best places to watch matches, World Cup or not.
The large space in Greenpoint, Brooklyn has plus-sized screens and, of course, plenty of tacos on the menu. There’s also a new feature from the Ramirez team: the Ramirez Burger. 46 Norman Ave., Greenpoint, Brooklyn, socceria.nyc
Eckhart Beer Co.
Opened in September 2025, Eckhart is doing something refreshing: eschewing the hegemony of IPA and making excellent riffs on other beer varieties. Yes, this Bushwick craft brewery and restaurant still has an IPA on tap, but they also craft very quaffable Czech-style lagers, light, dark, and polotmavy, or amber.
Add in some excellent pub grub, long communal tables, a specious room, and some large TVs on the wall, and you’ve got an ideal venue to watch the World Cup. 545 Johnson Ave., Bushwick, Brooklyn, eckhartbeer.com
