We looked into getting World Cup tickets. Apparently, FIFA believes everyone has a trust fund. For those of us who do not, Richmond has the next best thing.
Over the next month, bars, breweries, restaurants, and soccer pubs across the city will fill up with people suddenly developing strong opinions about countries they have never visited and players they learned about three days ago. There will be cheap beer, expensive beer, moments of national pride, moments of national heartbreak, and at least one person explaining the offside rule incorrectly. In other words, it sounds like a pretty good time.
Whether you’re following Team USA, cheering for your family’s home country, or simply looking for a reason to gather with strangers and watch something bigger than yourself, Richmond has plenty of places showing the matches.
Here’s your quick guide to where to watch the World Cup around town.
Soccer Bars & Soccer Die-Hards
House of Futbol
Richmond’s newest soccer-focused bar will be showing matches throughout the tournament. Grab a coffee, a drink, and settle in for 90 minutes of stress.
Gus’ Bar & Grill
A longtime favorite among Richmond soccer fans. Expect passionate crowds, plenty of opinions, and no shortage of match-day energy.
Penny Lane Pub
The city’s unofficial soccer headquarters. Most matches will be shown throughout the tournament. Expect large crowds for major fixtures, especially Team USA matches. Read our story about them HERE
Bars, Breweries & Restaurants Showing Matches
Game Plan Bar (Midlothian)
Going all-in with a World Cup pop-up featuring themed food, drink specials, beer buckets, and tournament festivities.
Scotty’s Taphouse
More than 20 TVs, a giant projector, drink specials, and team-inspired wing flavors make this one of the larger viewing setups around town.
The British Embassy
A natural fit for soccer viewing with meat pies, sausage rolls, pints, and plenty of tournament action.
Parlay Bar & Lounge
Watch matches on the massive outdoor “ParlayTron” screen. Team USA matches will also be shown inside.
Rosie Connolly’s
Hosting watch parties throughout the tournament with updates and special events announced on social media.
The Park
Beer bucket specials and plenty of screens make this a solid option for larger groups.
Bingo Beer Co.
The beer garden will host match screenings, including Team USA watch parties with sound on.
Food, Beer & Soccer
Abuelita’s
Watch matches while enjoying Mexican cocktails, tequila, mezcal, and house specialties.
Cochiloco
Birria tacos and soccer feels like a pretty good combination.
Las Palmas Mexican & Seafood
Showing matches throughout the tournament with food and drink specials.
Taco Bamba
Happy hour deals during matches plus Modelo bucket specials.
Memi’s
The Fan’s Egyptian favorite will be opening up for matches and offering extended happy hour specials.
Industrial Taphouse West
Showing matches throughout the tournament across multiple TVs with drink specials in Short Pump.
Wood & Iron
All three area locations will be showing World Cup matches with featured drinks and plenty of screens.
Glory Days Grill
Showing matches throughout the tournament with international beer pairings and wing specials.
Local Pizza & Brewery
The Chesterfield spot is serving up Neapolitan pizza, beer, cocktails, and World Cup action all month long.
Kickback Jack’s
Both Richmond-area locations are showing matches throughout the tournament.
Neighborhood Hangouts
Galley
Matches on wall-to-wall TVs, beer buckets, and pizza specials throughout the tournament.
Importante Bodega
Extending hours to show matches while keeping the wine flowing in Carytown.
Kitchen RVA at Performance Pickleball
Large-screen viewing paired with domestic and import beer bucket specials.
Team USA Watch Parties
Richmond Kickers at City Stadium
Probably the biggest soccer party in town. Watch Team USA on the stadium’s giant video board alongside thousands of fellow fans. Expect food trucks, live music, giveaways, and pregame festivities.
The Broadberry
Multiple screens, beer buckets, and a room full of fans looking for a shared viewing experience.
River City Roll
Turning the venue into a Team USA watch party with full sound, specials, and plenty of room for groups.
Save the Date
World Cup Final Watch Party
July 19 at 17th Street Market. The championship match will be shown on a giant LED screen as Richmond gathers for one final month-end soccer celebration.
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