WHERE TO STAY, WATCH, EAT & DRINK DURING THE FIFA WORLD CUP IN NYC

BLACKBARN World Cup Sampler

The FIFA World Cup is turning New York City into one big watch party. For Average Socialites, whether you’re rooting for your home country or just in it for the electric atmosphere, these watch parties bring the energy of the World Cup right to you. Note: Please check with venues to confirm viewing schedules, reservations, etc.

And, if you’re looking for the best place to stay we’ve followed with a list of our suggestions!

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FIVE BOROUGHS WINNERS SPECIAL / June 11-July 19
Mayor Zohran Mamdani's initiative, the "Five Borough Winners Special," offers $26 dining and drinking deals to encourage New Yorkers and visitors to explore neighborhood small businesses across all five boroughs during the World Cup. Participating establishments may offer any food or beverage special for $26, including prix-fixe menus, beverage-and-bite pairings, drink specials or other promotions. Nearly 300 restaurants have already signed up for this deal. These include Staten Island brewery Kills Boro Brewing Company, Harlem comfort food restaurant Red Rooster, Rockefeller Center Korean restaurant Naro, Jackson Heights Italian restaurant Armondo’s, Little Neck Tunisian bistro La Baraka, Texas-style barbecue restaurant Morgan’s in Prospect Heights, and many others. The full list will be published on the city’s website by the time the World Cup begins.

ADIDAS HOME OF SOCCER / Brooklyn Bridge Park / June 11-July 19
Open every day from 12PM-10PM for watch parties, concerts, live DJs, pickup via the Plei App, beer garden hangs, and adiCup 3v3 tourney action at Brooklyn Bridge Park.

FIFA FAN EVENTS IN ALL 5 BOROUGHS
Queens Group Stage HQ / UTSA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center / June 11th-June 27th
Bronx Fan Zone / Bronx Terminal Market / June 13th-14th
Brooklyn Fan Zone / Brooklyn Bridge Park / June 13th-July 19th
Staten Island Fan Zone / SIUH Community Park / June 29th-July 2nd
NYC Fan Village / Rockefeller Center / July 6th-19th
This summer, FIFA fan events will be free in all five boroughs. Free screenings, giant fan zones and soccer-fueled parties are coming to parks and public spaces from Queens to Staten Island. Events will be held across the city’s 5 locations throughout the World Cup. GET FREE TICKETS NOW!

FIFA MUSEUM PRESENTED BY HYUNDAI / Rockefeller Center / June 11-July 19
The FIFA Museum Presented by Hyundai is hosting "Legacies of Champions," a free immersive exhibition at Rockefeller Center (50 Rockefeller Plaza) in New York City from June 11 to July 19, 2026. The exhibition celebrates nearly a century of FIFA World Cup history, featuring original objects and dedicated showcases from every tournament since 1930. Get FREE tickets now!

MANHATTAN

The Addison
214 West 39th Street
The Addison, the sporting lounge and supper club offering elegantly vibrant experience inspired by art deco and fashion traditions of the neighborhood ahead of its opening tomorrow, which coincides with Game 4 of the NBA Finals and the kick off of the World Cup. The Addison’s cobalt blue walls, with gold and brass accents that give it a distinct elegance. When paired with its red and blue velvet high top seating and events it gives it that intimate touch, encouraging social connection - perfect for after work drinks, date nights, girls nights out and, of course, the big game. 

BLACKBARN
19 East 26th Street
BLACKBARN is turning the Tavern Bar area into the ultimate tailgate World Cup watch-party with views of the matches from every corner and specific food and drink menus to go along with them. At the centerpiece of its offerings is an oversized food tower featuring game-day bites all with a BLACKBARN twist: the World Cup Sampler, a must-experience moment with friends or colleagues during this summer's tournament for just $49 per person (4 people minimum).

Bodega 88
573 Columbus Ave

The Bowery Beer Garden
93 Bowery
NYC's largest sports beer garden. 50+ HDTVs, outdoor screens, 30+ draft beers, full cocktail bar. Opens early for 8 AM matches. Showing all World Cup games.

Central Park Tavern
327 W 57th St

Chelsea Market 57 & Pier 57
From June 11–July 19, both food halls will host live screenings of all matches. While both Market 57 and Chelsea Market will be screening matches from 11AM-8PM, Chelsea Market will also have late night screenings. Additionally, select vendors will celebrate with game-day offerings – including Lobster Place, which will offer specials like “hat trick sliders” and a raw bar platter, and Dickson’s Farmstand Meats, which will have country-inspired hot dog toppings on their respective game days. At Market 57’s Zaab Zaab, folks can enjoy Thai-inspired chicken wings. A full list of viewing zones at Chelsea Market is available here.

Crossbar
250 W. 86th St

Five Iron
Rockefeller Center / Flatiron / UES / Long Island City / FiDi
Catch every moment of the World Cup at Five Iron Golf—your go-to destination for the entire tournament. Upgrade your match-day with a private bay experience—where the game is on, the drinks are flowing, and you’re playing between goals. Tickets on Eventbrite.

Football Factory at Legends
6 W. 33rd Street
The Football Factory at Legends is the home to soccer in New York City. Located in the heart of Manhattan, the Football Factory provides a genuine matchday experience within the fantastic settings of Legends Bar, with great food and drink on hand. With 20 Big Screen TV's and 100+ live soccer matches each week, we're the home of over 30 NYC Supporter Clubs and boast the largest collection of football memorabilia in the US. 

Grand Street Social
155 Grand St

The Lobby Bar at Ace Hotel
20 W 29th Street

The Look Up Rooftop
45 W 35th St
Located atop the Kixby Hotel, The Lookup Rooftop will bring World Cup excitement to Midtown with tv- screen match viewing, Empire State Building views, and an energetic rooftop atmosphere throughout the tournament. Guests can enjoy cocktails, frozen drinks, elevated bar bites, and pre- and post-match gatherings while following the action from one of Manhattan's most centrally located rooftop venues. The rooftop's casual yet elevated atmosphere makes it an ideal destination for soccer fans looking to catch a match while enjoying summer in the city.

Harlem Tavern
2153 Frederick Douglass Blvd., Harlem

Hibernia Bar
401 W 50th St

Hudson Yards Big Screen
The Backyard at Hudson Yards
Free outdoor viewing on a 30-foot Big Screen. Open seating, first-come first-served. All major World Cup matches shown.

Free World Cup Watch Parties at the Intrepid Museum from June 11 - July 19
Pier 86
The Intrepid Museum will host free public watch parties for more than 50 World Cup matches on Pier 86 from June 11 through July 19. Multiple large screens will be set up between towers two and three on the Pier, with food, beverages, and merchandise available for purchase. The 39-day tournament runs through the Final on July 19. A rendering of what this will look like is attached. 

Jack Demsey's
36 W 33rd St
Irish pub with four floors, offering over 15 HD TVs and authentic Irish food and drinks.

Jones Wood Foundry
401 E 76th St
Reservations on Resy.

Lucky Strike Times Square
222 W 44th St
Lucky Strike will participate throughout the tournament with ongoing match screenings, themed cocktails, commemorative cups, branded socks/giveaways, and viewing party programming tied to matches across the World Cup schedule. Beyond the scheduled events, matches will be shown throughout the tournament window at participating Lucky Strike locations, with food and drink specials running during games. The atmosphere is meant to feel more like a lively sports bar/nightlife experience than a traditional watch party.

Mission Ceviche
Union Square & Upper East Side
Mission Ceviche is going all out for the World Cup with TVs at both Union Square and Upper East Side locations.Throughout the tournament, guests can enjoy a special $26 Match Day offering featuring their choice of signature handheld- including the Burger, Fish & Chips Sandwich, or Pan con Chicharrón with crispy golden pork belly on a toasted roll- paired with a classic cocktail, glass of wine, or draft beer.

Mustang Harry’s
352 7th Ave

O'Hanlon's
349 E 14th St
Irish bar with a draft beer list, food options, plus pool tables and dart boards.

Puttery
July 19
Watch the final game on one of their 15 ft Screens. Ticketed.

Red Lion
151 Bleecker Street
We broadcast on 10+ HD screens across the bar, open early for every fixture, and run the full kitchen all day. The atmosphere on a big match day at The Red Lion is the closest thing to a stadium you'll find on Bleecker Street — and significantly easier to get to than MetLife. This summer we'll be showing every televised World Cup fixture from group stage through the final. Walk-ins are always welcome. For the big matches, reserve your table in advance.

Rockefeller Center
Between 48th and 51st Streets and Fifth and Sixth Avenues
From June 11-July 19, the FIFA World Cup 26™ NYNJ Host Committee (“NYNJ Host Committee”), Telemundo and Rockefeller Center will host the official NYNJ World Cup 26 & Telemundo Fan Village at Rockefeller Center.

Sláinte Bar & Lounge
304 Bowery
A staple for watching soccer matches, as it has a projector and 14 TVs. Sláinte is calling itself the “World Cup Soccer 2026 Headquarters & Sports Viewing HQ,” and the space is ideal for large groups, so you can bring your whole World Cup entourage. The Irish soccer bar has 24 craft draft lines, cocktails, and food, from snacks to Irish classics.

Somewhere Nowhere
112 W 25th St, Floor 39
Perched 39 stories above Chelsea atop the Renaissance New York Chelsea Hotel, Somewhere Nowhere will host World Cup watch parties throughout the tournament with projector screenings against a backdrop of panoramic Manhattan views on the venues rooftop. Guests can watch matches from the rooftop lounge, pool deck, and bar while enjoying cocktails, bites, and the electric atmosphere of one of New York's most popular rooftop destinations.

Smithfield Hall
138 W 25th St

The Stand
116 E 16th St & 407 West 15th Street
The Stand is bringing The World Cup energy to both locations in Union Square and new The Stand West with free watch parties (with patio viewing in Union Square featuring the game shown on a large outdoor screen). An exciting way to bring people from all over the world to watch the tournament in an electric atmosphere that comes from combining World Cup fever with one of the city's most popular comedy destinations.

BROOKLYN

Banter Bar
132 Havemeyer St, Brooklyn
A quintessential soccer bar that’s perfect for World Cup viewing. It was named one of the best 10 sports bars in America by CNN, making it one of the top spots in New York City. It also has outdoor seating.

Berry Park
4 Berry St, Brooklyn
Known for its dynamic energy and welcoming vibe, Berry Park has become a go-to destination for those seeking good food, great company, and unforgettable experiences. This multifaceted space caters to a variety of interests. Sports fans flock here to catch soccer matches.

Black Horse Pub
568 5th Ave, Brooklyn

Highbury Pub
1002 Cortelyou Rd., Ditmas Park

Kent Ale House
51 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn

The Monro Pub
481 5th Ave., Park Slope

The Soccer Tavern
6004 8th Ave, Brooklyn

Threes Brewery
333 Douglass St, Brooklyn
113 Franklin Street, Brooklyn
FIFA26 Programming (starting June 11) - Greenpoint and Gowanus will be streaming FIFA26 Programming all tournament long! Stop by either location to cheer on your favorite team.

QUEENS

Bar 43
43-06 43rd St., Sunnyside

Boca Juniors Restaurant
81-08 Queens Blvd., Elmhurst

Rivercrest
33-15 Ditmars Blvd, Astoria

Bronx

Bronx Alehouse
216 W. 238th St., Kingsbridge

Clinton Hall (Bronx)
601 E. 189th St., Belmont, Bronx

STATEN ISLAND

Ralph’s Sports Bar
1571 Richmond Rd., Dongan Hills, Staten Island

HOTELS

Moxy NYC
The Moxy NYC Hotels are offering a “Summer of Soccer VIP Package” (June 1–September 7, 2026) across their New York properties, featuring in-room welcome drinks, food and beverage and breakfast credits, and ride credits for match-day travel, designed to immerse guests in the city’s World Cup energy.

The Peninsula New York
700 Fifth Avenue at 55th Street
The Peninsula New York is offering a five-night ultra-luxury “World Soccer Championship Finals Package,” (July 14–19, 2026) priced from $400,000–$500,000. It includes suite accommodation, chauffeur airport transfers and match-day transport, daily breakfast, a welcome gift, premium in-room sports viewing, access to the Fan Village at Rockefeller Center, and two tickets to the World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium.