SPECIAL: Your World Cup Party Guide
Who says Americans haven't joined the World Cup party? The 2006 World Cup has seen an precedented outpouring of interest in the world's most popular sport across the United States. The first full week of the World Cup begins on Monday. If you want to sneak away from work to watch the USA-Czech Republic or any of the other games this week, here’s a selection of soccer hotspots in major metrpolitan areas, happening places to watch all the World Cup action.
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ATLANTA
Brewhouse Cafe (3401 Moreland Ave., 404-525-7799). Good crowds regularly turn out for European and MLS action. They’re in heaven with the World Cup here.
For Atlanta viewing options:
http://www.ajc.com/sports/content/sports/stories/cupbars.html
BOSTON
Phoenix Landing (512 Mass Ave, Cambridge, 617-576-6260). The owners are big Liverpool fans. The Central Square bar is a favorite of Revs midfielder Andy Dorman.
For more on Boston viewing options:
http://www.boston.com/ae/events/articles/2006/06/06/get_out_red_sox_nation_is_filled_with_so ccer_fans/
CHICAGO
Ginger’s Ale House (3801 N. Ashland Ave., 773-348-2767). Overwhelming voted “Best Soccer Bar” in the annual U.S. Soccer survey, Ginger’s is offering Irish beakfasts for $8.
For more on Chicago viewing options:
http://www.chicagotribune.com/features/chi-060531019 9jun01,1,3091383.column?coll=chi-leisure-nav
LAS VEGAS
Hofbrauhaus (4510 Paradise Road, 702-853-BEER). Want to feel like you’re in Germany. Head to the German beer hall institution Hofbrauhaus’ Las Vegas outpost with eight large screens in the beer garden showing games live at noon and on tape at 7 pm. Check for game schedule.
LOS ANGELES
Cock ‘N Bull (2947 Lincoln Blvd., Santa Monica, 310-399-9696). In 2002, the doors never closed so 200 fans could stay up all night to watch USA-Germany from Ulsan.
For more Los Angeles area viewing options:
http://www.theonionbag.com/php/boards/lofiversion/index.php?t13126.html
NEW YORK
Nevada Smith’s (74 Third Avenue, New York, 212-982-2591). A favorite hangout of New York soccer fans. One of several New Year area establishments at which Red Bull New York is organizing events. Located between 11th and 12th Streets.
Stout NYC (133 West 33rd St. NYC, 212-629-6191). Members of the Empire Supporters Club and the First Row Idiots are gathering here for USA-Czech Republic.
Bohemian Hall (29-19 24th Avenue, Astoria, 718-274-4925). Want to watch USA-Czech Republic game in the enemy’s den. Head out to Queens to watch the action at the Bohemian Hall, New York’s last remaining beer hall run and managed by the Bohemian Citizens Benevolent Society.
For more on New York viewing options:
http://worldcup.blogs.nytimes.com/?p=140#more-140
PHILADELPHIA
The Dark Horse (421 South Second Street, 215-928-9307). Trying to get into this English soccer hangout on days England plays will be almost possible.
For more Philadelphia viewing options:
http://www.phillyblog.com/philly/showthread.php?t=19196
SAN DIEGO
Shakespeare Pub & Grille (3701 India Street, (619) 299-0230). British-style pub located in Mission Hills. Can accommodate lots of fans with four big-screen TVs.
SAN FRANCISCO
Kezar (770 Stanyan Street, (415) 386-9292). Popular sports bar located in the Upper Haight. One of several popular Irish bars in the city. It also has a full menu.
For more San Francisco area viewing options:
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/sfgate/detail?blogid=27&entry_id=5930
For more of S.F. Chronicle columnist C.W. Nevius’ favorites:
http://sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2006/06/08/BAG46JAKE01.DTL
WASHINGTON
The Pour House (319 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, (202) 546-1001). The Pour House will have a big party for Saturday’s USA-Italy game. Advance tickets are being sold for $20 for fans be sure to get in. Tickets include a voucher for a ticket to a future D.C. United game, three raffle tickets for prizes and tickets redeemable for two Bud or Bud Light drafts. Located within blocks of several Metro stations: the Capitol South or Eastern Metro stops on the Orange and Blue lines
For more Washington viewing options:
http://www.dcist.com/archives/2006/06/08/watch_the_world_1.php
For more party information:
Big Soccer Party Thread
http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=348305
MLS Viewing Parties
https://www.socceramerica.com/article.asp?Art_ID=562137287
Fox Pub Guide
http://msn.foxsports.com/story/802702
SOCCER ON TV (games through 6/19): Your World Cup Viewing Guide
https://www.socceramerica.com/article.asp?Art_ID=562137287