Four years in the making and the World Cup is finally upon us. You’ll be wondering where to catch a match because, let’s face it, considering that its the first time the Cup has come to Africa, yo don;t want to stay home for this experience. We’ve rounded up the best places to catch a game if you’re in NYC. Where will you be watching?
South Africa
Games: 6/11 @ 10am — 6/16 @ 2:30pm – 6/22 @ 10am
Take in the sights and sounds (Vuvuzela anyone?) of Mzansi (South Africa) at Madiba in Fort Greene. The cozy neighborhood bar has gone the length to accommodate soccer lovers – they’ve even opened up the roof. There’s also Braii and Xai Xai in Manhattan.
Nigeria
Games: 6/12 @ 10am – 6/17 @ 10am – 6/22 @ 2:30pm
Oh, Super Eagles, where will your fans not be? Take a seat at Uptown Grand in Harlem (2110 7th avenue/ 212.280.2110) or the New Combination Restaurant (568 Utica Avenue — 718.604.0964 in Crown Heights, Brooklyn). Mirage African Restaurant (2143 Cortelyou Rd, between Flatbush Ave and E 22nd St — 718.941.4452) in Flatbush and EN Restaurants and Bar (120 Lafayette Ave) in Fort Greene will also be ready for fans and soccer newbies.
Algeria
Games: 6/13 @ 7:30am — 6/18 @ 2:30pm – 6/23 @ 10am
Nomad Restaurant in the East Village will be serving traditional Algerian food alongside the expected cheers (and jeers).
Ghana
Games: 6/13 @ 10am – 6/19 @ 10am – 6/23 @ 2:30pm
Fans of the Black Stars will be gathering at Papaye Restaurant (196 McClellan Avenue — 718.681.3240) in the Bronx and Meytex Cafe (545 Flatbush Ave — 718.941.1093) in Lefferts Gardens, Brooklyn.
Ivory Coast
Games: 6/15 @ 7:30am – 6/20 @ 2:30pm – 6/25 @ 10am
The Elephants will be on television screens at Kush Cafe in Clinton Hill, Brooklyn and New Ivoire in East Harlem.
CAMEROON, where will you be congregating?
