World Cup Watch Party NYC 2026 — Every Match at Tara Rose, Murray Hill

Murray Hill has the best block in New York City this summer. 104 matches. 39 days. The World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium, 30 minutes from our front door. Tara Rose on 3rd Ave is showing every single game, big screen, sound up, pitchers from kickoff  and if you want the room to yourselves, Think Retro is downstairs waiting. This is the bar that was built for this tournament.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 runs June 11 to July 19. For anyone in Murray Hill, Kips Bay, Gramercy, or anywhere along the Midtown East corridor, Tara Rose is your base for the summer.

Every Match. Big Screen. Sound On.

Tara Rose is showing every televised World Cup 2026 fixture from the group stage through to the Final. The screen is dedicated to the match, the sound is up, and it stays that way for 90 minutes.

Walk-ins are welcome for every match throughout the tournament. For groups, table reservations via Resy are the smarter call — particularly for USA and Mexico games, when Murray Hill fills up fast.

Match Day at Tara Rose

Big screen with full sound for every fixture. Pitchers of margaritas, palomas, and Aperol Spritz from kickoff. Iced beer buckets — Corona, Coors Light, High Noon, Sun Cruiser. Full draft bar throughout. The Famous Spice Bag running all day. Happy hour through every USA and Mexico group stage match.

Happy Hour Through Every USA and Mexico Group Stage Game

Tara Rose runs happy hour through the duration of every USA and Mexico group stage match. Arrive before kickoff and the drinks are cheaper for the entire game. For a neighbourhood with as many American and Mexican fans as Murray Hill, that is the offer built around this tournament.

USA kick off their campaign on June 12 against Paraguay at 9pm ET. Mexico open the whole tournament on June 11 against South Africa at 3pm ET — the first match of the entire World Cup. Happy hour runs through both.

USA and Mexico Group Stage — Full Schedule

Date- Match- Kickoff (ET)

MetLife Stadium Matches — 30 Minutes Away

Eight World Cup matches are being played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, including the Final on July 19. The stadium is 30 minutes from Tara Rose's front door. For anyone who cannot get a ticket, or who wants somewhere to go before and after the journey out,  3rd Ave is the natural base.

Date Match -Kickoff (ET)

The World Cup Cocktail Menu

The bar team built a match day cocktail menu specifically for the tournament. Six drinks, each tied to a nation. Pitchers available on every one of them.

El Tri Sour — Mezcal, For Mexico. Del Maguey Vida mezcal, fresh lime, agave nectar, egg white. Tajin-dusted foam, chili-lime salt rim. Built for a Mexico kickoff.

The Pulsic — Bourbon, For USA. Bulleit Bourbon, fresh lemon, honey syrup, Angostura bitters. Shaken and strained. The American call of the tournament.

The Wembley — Gin, For England. Hendrick's Gin, St-Germain Elderflower, fresh lemon, tonic. Tall, cold, and exactly right for a 4pm kickoff.

The Highland — Scotch, For Scotland. Monkey Shoulder Scotch, fresh lemon, honey syrup, ginger. Rocks over one large ice cube. Candied ginger and lemon twist.

La Roja — Aperol, For Spain. Aperol, fresh orange and lemon juice, Prosecco. Built over ice in a wine glass. An orange half wheel on top.

Le Bleu — Lillet Blanc, For France. Lillet Blanc, Chambord, fresh lemon, honey syrup, egg white. Silky foam, expressed lemon peel. France's drink of the tournament.

Alongside the tournament cocktails, pitchers of margaritas, palomas, and Aperol Spritz are available throughout. Iced buckets of Corona, Coors Light, High Noon, and Sun Cruiser. Full draft bar from open to close.

The Food That Goes With 90 Minutes of Football

The Famous Spice Bag is the move. Crispy fries, a signature spice blend, buttermilk chicken on request. Named best in NYC by the Irish Daily Star and Eater, it is the dish that ends up on every table on match day. The full kitchen runs throughout the tournament — not just for big games.

 Private World Cup Watch Parties — Book Think Retro

Think Retro — The Underground Speakeasy

Think Retro is the private speakeasy beneath Tara Rose. A fully enclosed 1970s-themed room with its own bar, it is available to hire for specific match days throughout the tournament. No venue hire fee. Fits groups of 20 and upward.

Agree a minimum food and drink spend, close the door, and the room is yours for the match. The best private World Cup watch party space in Midtown Manhattan this summer. Knockout round dates are already being enquired about.

To check availability, email info@tararosenyc.com

Getting Here — The Easiest World Cup Bar in Midtown Manhattan

Tara Rose is at 384 3rd Ave, Murray Hill, New York, NY 10016. The 6 train stops at 33rd Street, two blocks away. Grand Central Terminal is a ten minute walk. Penn Station is reachable in under 15 minutes on the subway.

For the MetLife Stadium match days — including the World Cup Final on July 19 — Murray Hill is one of the most logical pre and post-match bases in Manhattan. The NJ Transit train from Penn Station to the stadium takes around 25 minutes. Come to Tara Rose first, watch the build-up, then make the short journey out.

Book Your Spot for the World Cup

Walk-ins welcome for every match. Book a table for group games via Resy, or enquire about the Think Retro speakeasy for your private watch party at info@tararosenyc.com.

Frequently Asked Questions — World Cup at Tara Rose

Where can I watch the World Cup in Murray Hill, NYC?

Tara Rose at 384 3rd Ave is Murray Hill's dedicated World Cup bar for 2026. Every match is live on the big screen with full sound, pitchers and beer buckets throughout, and happy hour running through all USA and Mexico group stage games.

Can I book a private World Cup watch party in NYC?

Yes. Think Retro, the underground speakeasy beneath Tara Rose, is available to hire privately for specific match days throughout the tournament. No venue hire fee, groups of 20 and upward. Email info@tararosenyc.com to check availability.

Is there happy hour during World Cup games?

Happy hour runs through every USA and Mexico group stage match. Arrive before kickoff and the drinks are on happy hour pricing for the full duration of the game.

How far is Tara Rose from MetLife Stadium?

MetLife Stadium is approximately 30 minutes from Tara Rose by subway and NJ Transit from Penn Station. For MetLife match days, including the World Cup Final on July 19, Murray Hill is a natural pre-match and post-match base.

Do I need a reservation to watch the World Cup at Tara Rose?

Walk-ins are welcome throughout the tournament. For USA and Mexico matches and the knockout rounds, booking a table in advance via Resy is the better move as the bar fills up fast for the big games.

Also Watching the World Cup Across New York City

Near Penn Station or Hudson Yards? Tara Mor at 150 West 30th Street is one block from Penn Station — the same World Cup setup, the same no-fee private events model, and direct access on the 1, 2, 3, A, C, and E trains. The closer option for anyone based in Chelsea, the Garment District, or the Flatiron District.

Downtown in Greenwich Village? The Red Lion at 151 Bleecker Street is Downtown Manhattan's home for the World Cup. Named one of the best soccer bars in NYC for the tournament by The Mirror, it broadcasts on 10 HD screens and has been the go-to for Premier League and Champions League for years. The closest thing to a stadium atmosphere you will find on Bleecker Street.

On the Upper West Side? The Ellington on Broadway is the neighbourhood's American restaurant and bar — craft cocktails, happy hour, and every World Cup match on screen for the Upper West Side crowd.

And in Riverside park, The Ellington in the park is hosting NYC's biggest outdoor watch party, with a full bar and menu ready to go.

Between the four venues, there is a World Cup watch party bar within easy reach of almost every corner of Manhattan.