WHERE TO ENJOY THE WORLD CUP IN DC | STATION 4
The 2022 soccer World Cup will soon be upon us and with the USA missing out on qualification last time around people are excited for what the men can accomplish this time out! If you’re in the capital region and are wondering where to watch soccer in DC then we’ve got you covered.
Washington DC has many sports bars, soccer bars, and World Cup bars where you can watch all the matches for the 2022 Qatar World Cup, sometimes while enjoying the food and drink that originates from those countries.
Get Out for Game Day
Spectators are as much a part of sport as the players, and while you can watch the match from the comfort of your couch you can’t get the feeling of the fans and the atmosphere and emotion of the game from your couch. Getting out there and enjoying the game with other fans in a venue that serves great food and drink is a great way to make the most of the occasion.
The best game atmosphere is found at the bar, and Washington DC is littered with sports bars, pop-up World Cup bars, and other enticing places, many featuring food specials and happy hours, where you can enjoy the 64 matches of the tournament.
Washington DC is called home by people from all over the world, and there are varying numbers of residents here from all the different countries that are participating in the 2022 World Cup. Undoubtedly you’ll find these folks vocally supporting their team in one of the city’s bars or restaurants.
Being with the fans brings the atmosphere but it also gives you the chance to engage with people from the countries, show your support for their nation, and maybe even discover or learn something new; be that a new food, a chant, or a “cheers!” in another language!
Find Your Team’s Favorite Cuisine
When a tournament like the soccer World Cup is on, one of the things many people choose to do is to seek out food and drink from the countries that are playing. Luckily there are many options around the capital where you can choose to eat the food and drink of the countries in action.
One of those is Station 4, where the creative American cuisine, crafted by Chef Cesar Mayorga, features influences from Spanish, Latin American, and Eastern Nikkei gastronomy. So what cuisines, and beverages, can you experience at Station 4 during game time?
- USA (of course) – Wings, Philly Cheese Steaks, Mac ’n’ Cheese, America’s Best Chicken Sandwich, NY Cheesecake, and others! Drinks include many classic American cocktails and beer and wine from around the country.
- Mexico – Guacamole (served with chips) and tacos are available alongside two takes on America’s most popular cocktail, the Margarita.
- Spain – Patatas Bravas, Gambas al Ajillo (garlic prawns), and two Gazpachos are on offer for you to enjoy while watching the winners of the 2010 version of the tournament.
- Italy – High-quality pizzas to please everyone grace the Station 4 menu, along with a light Margarita Sandwich. All of which can be washed down with a cold Peroni or a glass or Italian wine.
- France – If you’re looking to support the current holders of the trophy we have French Onion Soup and multiple types of French wine to drink and eat while chanting “Allez les Bleu!”
- Belgium – Belgium came 3rd in the last World Cup and if you’re supporting them this time around we’ve got the Belgian national dish Moules-Frites (steamed mussels and fries) as well as a delicious Belgian-style tripel to wash it down with.
- England – We have the traditional Fish and Chips on offer from England.
- Japan – Not a huge footballing nation but we all love an underdog! Representing Japan on our menu we have a Spicy Tuna Roll and a Salmon Roll.
Find Your Fellow Fans
As said, one of the reasons why we love sports is because of the atmosphere generated by the sheer anticipation and excitement of the game. So what are some of the sports bars that you can go to in Washington DC to find happy hours and soccer matches?
- Lucky Bar – Lucky is a well-known soccer bar amongst fans of teams playing in England’s Premier League.
- Sauf Haus Bier Hall and Garden – An authentic German beer hall serving traditional German beer (in the customary steins) paired with excellent German cuisine.
- Station 4 – A creative American bistro featuring an indoor bar area that fits up to 80 people and an outdoor heated patio with a TV that can fit up to 60 people, with food and drink inspired by multiple countries competing in the 2022 World Cup.
- Elephant & Castle – A bar with an English feel, and serving English foods, that is frequented by fans of both Real Madrid and Barcelona.
- Lou’s City Bar – A hotspot for sports fans in the city, featuring 23 TVs and a huge projector screen! Fans can watch the games out on the patio if the weather decides to be nice during the World Cup.
Reserve Your Table for The World Cup Now!
Due to its proximity to the District Wharf and DC United’s Audi Field you can expect the atmosphere at Station 4 to be lively and perfect for enjoying the most anticipated tournament of the year! But space fills up fast and if you want to be sure of a seat so you can take in our food specials then we recommend that you book your table now! This can be done here on our website or via the OpenTable app.