{"id":215877,"date":"2026-06-10T20:45:07","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T20:45:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/215877\/"},"modified":"2026-06-10T20:45:07","modified_gmt":"2026-06-10T20:45:07","slug":"where-to-celebrate-the-world-cup-in-philadelphia-food-drinks-and-fan-experiences","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/215877\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to celebrate the World Cup in Philadelphia: Food, drinks and fan experiences"},"content":{"rendered":"

Philadelphia is going all-in on the World Cup<\/a> with restaurants, bars, hotels, and local brands rolling out limited-time menus, themed cocktails, and fan experiences across the city.<\/p>\n

From globally inspired pizzas and churro sundaes to rooftop watch parties and luxury hotel activations, the tournament is shaping up to be a citywide celebration<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Emmy Squared<\/p>\n

Emmy Squared Pizza is getting in on the World Cup action with a lineup of specialty pies inspired by the USA, Brazil, France, and Germany. Available June 11 through July 19, the pizzas spotlight flavors tied to each nation. Choices include a French-inspired combination of Gruy\u00e8re, bacon, and cr\u00e8me fra\u00eeche, a Brazilian pie topped with Catupiry cheese, chorizo, and Castelvetrano olives, a USA entry that reimagines the venue\u2019s award-winning Le Big Matt burger as a pizza, and a German-centered pie featuring chicken schnitzel, Muenster cheese, and mustard dijonnaise.<\/p>\n

632 S 5th St., emmysquaredpizza.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Mod Spuds<\/p>\n

This new jacket potato spot<\/a> from Chef Ange Branca and the team behind Kampar is celebrating the occasion with a weekly series of globally inspired menu specials. The first option (inspired by the USA) will feature a Maine-style lobster salad on a hot jacket potato or cold jacket potato salad with a side of old-fashioned vinegar coleslaw. The USA special will be available until June 14. Locals can check Mod Spud\u2019s social media and website for more special updates throughout the World Cup.<\/p>\n

1424 South St., modspuds.com<\/a><\/p>\n

El Merkury<\/p>\n

El Merkury is celebrating all the fun with a rotating series of internationally inspired churro sundaes, available June 12 through July 4 at its Chestnut Street and Reading Terminal Market locations. Flavors will change weekly to reflect the countries playing in Philadelphia, with combinations inspired by nations like Brazil, France, Haiti, Croatia, Ghana, Ecuador, C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire, Iraq and Cura\u00e7ao. Highlights include a Brazil-themed sundae topped with condensed milk, lime sugar, and toasted coconut, and a France-inspired version featuring dark chocolate and sea salt. The promotion will conclude with a mystery churro sundae, set to be unveiled during the tournament\u2019s final stretch.<\/p>\n

2104 Chestnut St. and 51 N. 12th St., elmerkury.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Uchi<\/p>\n

Uchi is offering a special that does some good during the excitement of the World Cup. Any fan who purchases one of the brand\u2019s sushi boxes for some at-home viewing of matches will be making a difference: A portion of proceeds from all sushi box sales from June 11 through July 19 \u00a0will go to Good Sports for All. The nonprofit works to expand equitable access to youth sports and physical activity, supporting children in high-need communities.<\/p>\n

1620 Sansom St., Suite C1, uchi.uchirestaurants.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Assembly Rooftop Lounge x Urban Farmer<\/p>\n

Assembly Rooftop Lounge is marking the World Cup with a globally inspired cocktail program featuring drinks themed around competing national teams. Running June 14 through June 30, \u00a0the rooftop menu will include sips like a Brazil-style caipirinha, a France-themed champagne and cr\u00e8me de cassis spritz, and inventive blends highlighting flavors from Ecuador, Haiti, Croatia, Ghana, and others. The promotion also extends downstairs to Urban Farmer Philadelphia, where the same internationally inspired cocktail program will be offered alongside curated food specials.<\/p>\n

1840 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, assemblyrooftop.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Flight Club<\/p>\n

Flight Club Philadelphia is turning its Center City venue into a World Cup clubhouse, blending match viewing with its signature Social Darts experience. The space will offer reservable semi-private \u201coches\u201d for groups, plus a World Cup-inspired menu in partnership with Guinness. Offered June 15 through July 19, locals can order up a Matchday Board (with Guinness-caramelized onion sliders), BBQ wings, pretzels with Guinness beer cheese, and mixed nuts, alongside Espresso Martini Towers and pours of Guinness and Guinness 0.0.<\/p>\n

1417 Walnut St., flightclubdartsusa.com\/philadelphia<\/a><\/p>\n

Spread Bagelry<\/p>\n

On Mondays following U.S. games (June 15, 22, and 29), the first 50 customers who mention \u201cTeam USA\u201d at participating Spread Bagelry locations will receive a free bagel with plain cream cheese with their purchase.<\/p>\n

Multiple locations, spreadbagelry.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Sofitel Philadelphia<\/p>\n

Sofitel Philadelphia at Rittenhouse Square is transforming its Libert\u00e9 Restobar into a World Cup viewing destination from June 11 through July 19. The Center City hotel will host scheduled watch parties for France\u2019s group-stage matches, complete with large-format screens and themed food and beverage programming that spans champagne by the glass, Kronenbourg 1664 on draft, and specialty cocktails tied to the tournament.<\/p>\n

The menu, created by Executive Chef Sylva Senat, features caviar-topped chicken nuggets, Wagyu sliders, and mini croque monsieurs. Each French match will also include a halftime jersey raffle, alongside broader programming like brunch, afternoon tea, and vinyl nights. A full schedule can be found online.<\/p>\n

120 S 17th St., sofitel.accor.com<\/a><\/p>\n

Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti<\/p>\n

Positano Coast is embracing the World Cup spirit with a globally inspired cocktail program and seasonal menu specials running throughout the tournament. The Italian-inspired destination is serving drinks themed to competing nations, including a France-inspired Grey Goose and St-Germain spritz, a classic Brazilian caipirinha, and regional favorites like a Spanish tinto de verano and England\u2019s Pimm\u2019s Cup. Alongside the cocktails, Positano Coast is also rolling out an elevated lunch and prix fixe program featuring fresh salads, handhelds, and multi-course \u201cTaste of Positano\u201d menus at accessible price points.<\/p>\n

212 Walnut St., 2nd Floor, positanocoast.net<\/a><\/p>\n

City Cruises<\/p>\n

Anyone can join in on the Global Soccer Fan Cruise Series aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia, offering themed pre-match cruises along the Delaware River ahead of select tournament games. Designed as a floating fan experience, the series will feature live DJs, food and drink offerings, national pride moments, and skyline views of the city. Scheduled cruises run on select dates throughout the tournament, including June 13, June 18, June 21, and July 2, each aligned with key matchups and fan bases like Brazil, Haiti, France, Ecuador, and C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire. Tickets (prices vary) are available online.<\/p>\n

401 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd, cityexperiences.com<\/a><\/p>\n

MORE: Daily World Cup Event Guide: Where to celebrate in Philly this weekend<\/a><\/p>\n

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