Best Sports Bars in Philadelphia for World Cup Fans

Located literally in the parking lots between the stadiums, Xfinity Live! is a massive entertainment complex. It features multiple distinct bars, a massive central plaza with a gigantic LED screen, and mechanical bulls. It will be the absolute epicenter of the World Cup party in Philly.

Fado Irish Pub in Center City is the historic home for soccer in Philadelphia. It is dark, wood-paneled, and heavily decorated with global football memorabilia. During the World Cup, expect the pub to be packed to capacity, incredibly loud, and heavily fueled by pints of Guinness.

Chickie's & Pete's in South Philadelphia is a massive, sprawling sports bar that is famous across the country. They have gigantic televisions, endless seating, and are the creators of the legendary 'Crabfries' (crinkle-cut fries covered in Old Bay seasoning served with white cheese sauce).

If you want a true, unpretentious, gritty Philadelphia dive bar experience, go to Ray's Happy Birthday Bar in South Philly. It opens incredibly early (sometimes 7 AM), the drinks are cheap, and the locals are fiercely loyal. It is a true cultural experience.

Philadelphia fans are extremely passionate. If you are wearing the jersey of a rival nation or club, expect to be aggressively, but usually playfully, heckled. Lean into the joke, buy a round of drinks, and you will make friends immediately.