Beckett’s
81 Pearl Street (Between Broad Street and Hanover Place)Just steps from the current (and former) titans of Wall Street is Stone Street, a hotbed of bars chock full of women and Wall Streeters trying to strike it rich. ...
Where to Watch Champions League 2010 in NYC
For the first time since David Beckham actually played in his motherland, there are no English teams in the semi-finals. Confused about how that happened? Watch this clip:
But don't worry. Even without Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea, there are a couple storylines you must watch:
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Lionel Messi, Lionel Messi, Lionel Messi. They call him the Messi(ah) and its no surprise why. Against Arsenal, he scored four goals to singlehandedly beat them 4-1.
- Internazionale's Finals Drought. They haven't been in the finals in 38 years and they haven't won it in 46. Plus, Samuel Eto'o is playing against the team that made him a star.
- Lyon as the underdog. The other three teams together own 33 Champions League titles. Lyon? This is the furthest they've ever been in the tournament. And the Where We Watch team loves a Cinderella story (and we're not talking about the Hilary Duff class)
If you need an excuse to skip out of work, we got you covered.
Where We're Watching
Fitzgerald’s Pub
336 Third Avenue (Between 23rd & 24th Street)This is the official home of the New York Stoke City Fan Club... all three of them. Just kidding! That said, Fitzgerald's Neighborhood Pub is a great local bar which is always easy for a pint or two. ...
Foley’s NY
18 W 33rd Street (Between 5th Avenue and 6th Avenue)Foley's, which the New York Post has called "the best bar to watch baseball in New York," (there are celebrity-autographed balls all over the joint), is also great spot for soccer and hockey. ...
Galway Hooker
7 East 36th Street (Between 5th and Madison Avenue)Galway Hooker has something for everyone. Not only is it spacious, but it offers plenty of bar space to try to secure that all important beverage. True to its Irish roots, Galway Hooker usually ...
Jack Demsey’s
36 West 33rd Street (Between 5th Avenue and 6th Avenue)The topline on Jack Demsey's website is simple: Manhattan's No. 1 Celtic supporter club. It was backed to the gills for the 2009 Champions League Final - but before you assume this is some "dank" ...
Mad Hatter Saloon
360 Third Avenue (Between 26th & 27th Street)There is no question that New York is filled with unmemorable Irish pubs. However, Mad Hatter Saloon definitely does not fall into that category. With several high-def televisions, a vast selection ...
Nevada Smiths
74 3rd Avenue (Between 11th Street and 12th Street)If you're looking for the spot to watch soccer in NYC, its Nevada Smiths. Some of its more famous patrons include Roman Abramovich (Owner of Chelsea FC) and Ehud Olmert (Prime Minister of Israel). ...
O’Reilly’s Townhouse Restaurant
21 West 35th Street (Between 5th Avenue and 6th Avenue)O'Reilly's Townhouse is a classic pub in the mega-mall of Midtown - with the perfect equation of good food, good drinks, good prices and good people. It is an ideal spot to kill some time before a ...
Old Castle Pub & Restaurant
160 West 54th Street (Between 6th ave and 7th ave)The self-anointed "heart of Irish civilization in midtown," Old Castle Pub & Restaurant holds true to its roots and creates an authentic pub experience amidst the souvenir vendors and Times Square ...
Playwright Irish Pub
27 West 35th Street (Between 5th and 6th Avenue)There are a lot of reasons why the Where We Watch team loves Playwright Irish Pub. Besides being a go-to location for some of our favorite sporting events, including Champions League Finals and the ...
Stout
133 W 33rd Street (Between Broadway and 7th Avenue)Stout is an excellent bar for sports watching. With three levels of bars, tables and tvs, there is plenty of space to see the game you want. While Stout tends to draw soccer fans and Texas Longhorns ...
The Parlour
250 West 86 Street (Between Broadway and West End Avenue)Want to know where droves of Arsenal fans throw Manhattan into a frenzy all year long? Look no further than the Parlour, the only bar west of Central Park with true Champions League appeal. There's ...
The Perfect Pint
203 East 45th Street (Between 2nd Avenue and 3rd Avenue)Four floors of drinking. Outdoor roof deck with televisions. Pour-your-own-pint tables. Enough said. (Actually, one more thing: they like soccer here. Did we mention there are four floors? Ample ...
The Pinch Bar & Grill
237 Sullivan Street (Between West 3rd & Bleeker Street)We all remember that bar from college where you would go to start your night. It was cheap, low-key and always open. For those looking to reminisce, visit the Pinch Bar & Grill. While they may not ...
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