Whether you scored tickets to a match at MetLife Stadium or you're staying in Manhattan for the tournament, New York City is one of the best places in the world to experience the FIFA World Cup. From iconic soccer pubs packed with die-hard supporters to waterfront fan zones and massive public screenings, every neighborhood has somewhere to catch the action.

Here's Crewfare's guide to the best places to watch the World Cup in NYC.

 

The Red Lion — Greenwich Village, Manhattan

If you're looking for the closest thing to a stadium atmosphere without actually being inside one, The Red Lion should be at the top of your list.

A longtime favorite among soccer fans, the Village pub will be showing every World Cup match across more than 10 HD screens, with early openings for morning kickoffs, a full kitchen, and one of the loudest crowds in the city.

Banter — Williamsburg, Brooklyn

Banter is arguably the number one soccer bar in Brooklyn, and the World Cup is the event its entire identity has been building toward. The bar shows Premier League mornings and Champions League afternoons year-round, so the international crowd that packs in for the tournament already feels like regulars.  

The Football Factory at Legends — Midtown Manhattan

If you want to feel like you're in a stadium in London, Buenos Aires, or Berlin, head straight here. Football Factory is a soccer-first sports bar near Herald Square built specifically for fans who want genuine matchday atmosphere. It's known for a high-energy crowd, big screens, and sound-on coverage that transforms it into a dedicated supporters venue rather than a standard sports bar.  

Whiskey Tavern — Lower Manhattan (near SoHo/Chinatown)

Whiskey Tavern is going all-out for the tournament: full stadium audio, giant projector screens, and daily match-day food and drink specials. If you want high-energy, chant-filled watching with a local bar feel, rather than a tourist-heavy Midtown experience...this is your spot.  

Sláinte Bar & Lounge — Bowery, Manhattan

Calling itself the "World Cup Soccer 2026 Headquarters," Sláinte has a projector, 14 TVs, 24 craft draft lines, and a full food menu running through the tournament. It's particularly great for larger groups, this is one of the few spots in the city that can actually fit you all together.  

Smithfield Hall — Midtown Manhattan

A reliable soccer-forward home base in Midtown, Smithfield Hall is especially good if you're also heading to a match at MetLife — it's an easy shot to Penn Station for NJ Transit.  

Jack Doyle's — Midtown Manhattan (35th St)

A classic Irish pub with a true matchday atmosphere. Sound On for the big games, a lively crowd, and a central location that's easy to reach from anywhere in the city. Great for early-morning knockout-round kickoffs when you need somewhere that actually opens and cares.  

Stout

Just around the corner from MSG, Stout is a longtime favorite for sports fans, featuring multiple viewing areas and one of the best game-day atmospheres in the city.  

Plan Your Stay with Crewfare

Whether you're in town for one match or staying through the Final, where you sleep matters. Crewfare has negotiated exclusive rates at hotels near official match locations across the city, making it easy to find a place that puts you close to your venue, your bar, or your stadium shuttle.

Don't scramble the morning of a match day — book early, stay smart, and spend your energy on the game.