2009 Champions League Final
The empty subways and casual Fridays can only signal one thing - summer has officially begun in New York City. Even though the city will empty out over this long weekend, we'll all return to work on Tuesday and by Wednesday afternoon, we'll all be craving the weekend again. That's where we come in.
While some of us are still crying in our Guinness over Chelsea's heartbreaking loss to Barça, the Where We Watch team is looking forward to Wednesday's epic Man U-Barça Champions League final. We have featured some great football bars right near where you work and, over the weekend, we'll be bringing you loads of memorable soccer highlights and the best excuses to get you out of work on Wednesday for the match.
Why We're Watching
Drink Discussions: The Best Excuses for Getting Out of Work
Posted by Ramya on Tue, May 26, 2009 - 3:55pm EDTChampions League Final presents a unique problem (like the NCAA Tournament): How do you escape the shackles of cubicle-dom to watch a major sporting event at a watering hole? We've got some ideas. Read More
Funny clip to show your friends: I will follow Ronaldo
Posted by Ted on Tue, May 26, 2009 - 8:37am EDTIf you hit a bar for Champions League final and have a phone that can play video, we suggest this bringing this clip out early to amuse your friends. Read More
The Central Storyline: Messi vs. Ronaldo
Posted by Ted on Tue, May 26, 2009 - 8:20am EDTIt's entirely possible that someone not named Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo will decide Wednesday's Champions League final -- but it's more likely that one of them will. Read More
Drink Discussions: The Five Best Manchester United Songs and Chants
Posted by Ted on Wed, May 20, 2009 - 10:42am EDTNeed to know what all the commotion is about when Manchester United fans get assembled at one of these bars? Take a look at our list of the five best Man U chants/songs and you'll always be in harmony with those around you (make sure they're not Barcelona fans). Read More
The Five Best Events to Ditch Out of Work For
Posted by Ted on Fri, May 08, 2009 - 8:06am EDTMost major sporting events take place in the evening. Thus, you don't need to escape the shackles of cubicle-dom to view them in a watering hole setting. But for these five events, ya better have some good excuses. (We'll give you those excuses in another article.) Read More
Where We're Watching
Beckett’s
81 Pearl StreetJust 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. Hidden amongst the happy hour ... Read More
Fitzgerald’s Pub
336 Third AvenueThis 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. ... Read More
Foley’s NY
18 W 33rd StreetFoley'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. An ... Read More
Galway Hooker
7 East 36th StreetGalway 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 ... Read More
Jack Demsey’s
36 West 33rd StreetThe 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" ... Read More
Mad Hatter Saloon
360 Third AvenueThere 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 ... Read More
Nevada Smiths
74 3rd AvenueIf 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). ... Read More
O’Reilly’s Townhouse Restaurant
21 West 35th StreetO'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 ... Read More
Old Castle Pub & Restaurant
160 West 54th StreetThe 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 ... Read More
Playwright Irish Pub
27 West 35th StreetThere 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
Ship of Fools
1590 Second AvenueThe friendly staff is always happy to see you, the kitchen is always happy to fill your belly with good food, and there's plenty of entertainment between their 42 satellite TVs (13 big screens), 5 ... Read More
Stout
133 W 33rd StreetStout 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 ... Read More
The Parlour
250 West 86 StreetWant 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 ... Read More
The Perfect Pint
203 East 45th StreetFour 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 ... Read More
The Pinch Bar & Grill
237 Sullivan StreetWe 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 ... Read More
