Best American Soccer Bars

The FIFA World Cup is over, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your favorite game on a big screen with a beer anymore. In August, all major European leagues will kick-off, and you will be watching your favorite teams and stars every weekend. Throw on your favorite soccer jersey of all time, grab some buddies, and head out to one watch the game on some big screens. If that’s your idea of a fine weekend, then you should check out our list of best American soccer bars that serve the best craft beers and stunning goals at the same time.

The Globe Pub (Chicago, Illinois)

The Globe Pub is a favorite among soccer fans in the US. It opened as a traditional British pub in 2004, and in last 14 years, it has made quite a name for itself. The place is also home to official Arsenal and Aston Villa supporters’ clubs. It recently underwent a total makeover and was reopened on June 8. The renovated place was rocking throughout the World Cup, and you can check out the action on their Instagram page.

This place has more than 400 varieties of beers. Grilled barbecue salmon, fish and chips, hotdogs, meatloaf, and bacon-wrapped beef tenderloin are recommended food-items on the menu.

The Globe Pub is located on W Irving Park Road, and the nearest station to the pub is Irving Park.

Brewhouse Café (Atlanta, Georgia)

Brewhouse Cafe in Atlanta has been serving its patrons for more than 20 years now. It claims to be the number 1 international soccer bar in the South and it is definitely among the best American soccer bars.

This place is a favorite spot for Premier League fans in the city, and it also gets a lot of love from the fans of local Major League Soccer side Atlanta United. It is the home for the official Atlanta supporters’ clubs of Manchester United, Arsenal, and Manchester City. The pub has a special brunch menu for early-morning soccer games, and it stays open until 2 AM. If you are a beer fan, you are in for a treat as the pub has a huge collection of beers. Additionally, this place is also famous for its chicken wings.

Brewhouse café is located in the famous neighborhood Little Five Points.

Lir on Boylston (Boston, Massachusetts)

Lir on Boylston, located in Boston’s Back Bay, is an Irish pub and restaurant and a one-stop solution for all your sporting needs. The pub has three levels and a lot of space to lounge. Besides focusing on all important soccer fixtures, Lir also shows UFC, Red Sox and Seahawks games. According to their website, they are the only place in the city where you can catch Seahawks in action. This pub on Boylston Road has also been a home to Boston Gooners since 2012. However, fans of all major English clubs frequent the place during the soccer season.

They have a decent beer selection and the staff knows how to pour a Guinness. Shepherd’s pie, fish & chips, and stew are some recommend items on the food menu.

Ireland’s Four Courts (Arlington, Virginia)

Ireland’s Four Courts is one of the best soccer bars in D.C., and it has been around for more than 20 years. This bar has also been featured in Washington Post. The place is very serious about soccer, and it is home to numerous supporters’ clubs such as Arsenal's Arlington Gunners, Chelsea's Beltway Blues, Tottenham's Arlington Spurs, Newcastle's Toon Army 51st and the Roma Club of Washington. Besides soccer, this Irish pub also plays New England Patriots, Washington Redskins, Boston Red Sox, and Washington Nationals games.

In the menu, the most popular item is their Sunday Brunch Buffet, and it is quite a popular choice during those early morning kickoffs.

The Local (Minneapolis, Minnesota)

The Local is a very popular pub, and its clientele is not just limited to soccer fans. However, the place is a soccer bar at its heart, and they host a huge number of soccer fans on matchdays. The Local is home to soccer supporters groups such as MSPGooners (Arsenal), Minnesota Toffees (Everton), FC Bayern Minneapolis (Bayern Munich), MCFC Minneapolis (Manchester City) and Minnesota Reds (Manchester United). The place offers great happy hours prices, and they sell pints of various brands like Heineken, Amstel Light, Newcastle, Strongbow, Guinness, Guinness Blonde, Harp, Smithwick’s and Kilkenny at $4.50 during all live matches. The pub is located on Nicollet Mall, in downtown Minneapolis. The Local rightfully deserves its place in this list of best American soccer bars.

Three Lions Pub (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)

If you are a soccer fan, you must have already guessed that Three Lions Pub is an English pub. The name is a very obvious homage to the England national soccer team, which has recently claimed the fourth spot at the FIFA World Cup. The bar has been around since 2011. It has a nice outdoor sitting area and it is popular for its authentic British vibe and cuisine. The place has a lot of screens inside, and it is open for early morning kick-offs during weekends.

Three Lions Pub was ranked among three best sports bars in Milwaukee in 2017.

The Amsterdam Tavern (St. Louis, Missouri)

The Amsterdam Tavern has a great atmosphere and it gets really packed during matches. Undoubtedly, it is one of the best soccer bars in the Midwest. It was founded in 2008, and it is located in the heart of Tower Grove South neighborhood. The place has a nice outdoor patio area with a lot of TVs, and the inside of the bar is decorated with soccer memorabilia. The bar plays Premier League, La Liga, and Bundesliga games, and you can find the latest schedule on its website.

The place is a heaven for beer-lovers as it has a nice beer selection of local brews. You can also order from the next-door restaurant, the Dam.

Mes Que (Buffalo, New York)

Mes Que has its roots in Catalonian culture. The name of this Mediterranean pub means ‘more than’ in the Catalan language. You can watch games from all top European leagues at this place, but the focus remains on La Liga. Besides serving soccer on big TVs, this place has also earned a good reputation for its food and drinks. It is famous among its patrons for its cocktails, and it also has a decent wine collection.

Mes Que is quite a famous spot on Hertel Avenue, and it has won numerous awards in its six-year existence. It is quite easily the best soccer spot in the Western New York and also one of best American soccer bars.

Ye Olde Kings Head (Santa Monica, California)

This is arguably the top spot to catch some soccer on the west coast. Ye Olde Kings Head, located in the Santa Monica Boulevard, was opened in 1974, and in more than 40 years of its existence, it has become a symbol of British culture in the neighborhood. The place has been frequented by top British celebs over the years. It also has a store selling British memorabilia and a bakery.

The place has a huge number of TVs and it makes sure that you don’t miss your favorite team in action. They show all Premier League, Champions League, and FA Cup matches and host live music on Thursdays.

Smithfield Hall (New York City, New York)

Located just a few blocks away from Madison Square Garden, Smithfield Hall is definitely the best watering hole for soccer fans in New York City. The place is primarily a soccer bar, but it also shows all popular sports under the sun. It looks like a typical New York bar and boasts of a 70-foot long wooden bar top.

When it comes to branding, Smithfield Hall is doing much better than any other bar on this list. They not only have a very elegant logo, but their website also paints a very impressive picture of the establishment. Their tastefully-done website provides detailed information on various sporting events and all supporting clubs that frequent the place.

Phoenix Landing (Cambridge, Massachusetts)

Phoenix Landing is the last name on our list of 11 best American soccer bars. This pub is quite a popular spot on Massachusetts Avenue and the home to Liverpool Boston Supporters Club.

Besides providing an extensive coverage of soccer on their numerous TVs, Phoenix Landing also pays homage to local sporting teams: Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins and New England Patriots.

However, there is something unique about this place as it turns into a nightclub after 10 PM. So, if your team happens to win the game, you can celebrate by shaking your leg on the dance floor till late at night.