
The best sports bars for NY Red Bulls, NYCFC, and global football/soccer fans in the NYC metro area are not just pubs that happen to leave a match on in the corner. The strongest spots are supporter homes, where clubs run their matchday operations, and soccer-first bars that open early for European football. This guide covers verified venues across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Hoboken, Jersey City, Newark, and the wider Tri-State, organized by neighborhood and city.
Every venue here was confirmed for current address, phone, and operating status, with supporter affiliations and early-opening details cross-checked against club and venue sources.
We are still building our methodology and this is an initial list, so please drop a comment to help us improve these recommendations and share any spots we missed.
Beyond the venues profiled above, the following Tri-State bars run reliable soccer and Premier League programming. Useful as backup options or for fans closer to one of these neighborhoods.
Manhattan
Address: 510 East 11th Street, New York, NY 10009
Website: https://11thstbar.com
Address: 329 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY 10016
Website: https://www.thejunctionnyc.com
Address: 611 9th Avenue, New York, NY 10036
Website: https://www.daltonsbarnyc.com
Address: 352 7th Avenue, New York, NY 10001
Website: https://www.mustangharrys.com
Address: 215 West 35th Street, New York, NY 10001
Website: https://www.stoutnyc.com
Brooklyn
Address: 51 Kent Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11249
Website: https://soccerrepublic.us
Address: 225 North 8th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Website: https://www.roeblingsportingclub.com
Address: 247 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205
Website: https://www.brooklynpublic.com
Address: 39 5th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Website: https://www.mcmahonspublic.com
Address: 270 Smith Street, Brooklyn, NY 11231
Website: Search Union Grounds Carroll Gardens for current site
Queens
Address: 43-10 43rd Street, Sunnyside, NY 11104
Website: https://soccerrepublic.us
Address: 45-01 23rd Avenue, Astoria, NY 11105
Website: https://www.murphysbarastoria.com
Address: 22-72 31st Street, Astoria, NY 11105
Website: https://sweetspotastoria.com
New Jersey
Address: 734 Willow Avenue, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Website: https://www.finneganshoboken.com
Address: 221 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030
Website: https://hobokenmaddhatter.com
Address: 172 1st Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Website: https://oharasjc.com
Address: 130 Newark Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07302
Website: https://legendsfcjc.com
Address: 215 Manor Avenue, Harrison, NJ 07029
Website: https://www.facebook.com/VinniesBarAndGrill
Address: 747 Harrison Avenue, Harrison, NJ 07029
Website: Search Tony's End Zone Harrison for current site
Connecticut
Address: 268 Atlantic Street, Stamford, CT 06901
Website: https://www.bobbyvsrestaurant.com
The best sports bars for New York Red Bulls and NYCFC fans in the NYC metro area range from dedicated supporter homes to neighborhood pubs that open early for European football. In Manhattan, the Football Factory at Legends, Smithfield Hall, and Carragher's anchor the scene, with McHale's and The Grafton close behind. In Brooklyn, Banter is the NYCFC pub partner and the Soccer Tavern is the borough's oldest soccer bar. In Queens, Barriles brings Latin American energy, and across the Hudson, Mulligan's in Hoboken, Hudson Hall in Jersey City, and Bello's near the Red Bulls Harrison home round out the Tri-State.
Use the additional list and FAQ below to find a spot near you, and drop a comment if we missed your local.
1. New York City FC Official Site, Supporters and Pub Partners. https://www.newyorkcityfc.com
2. The Third Rail, NYCFC Supporters Group. https://www.thirdrail.nyc
3. New York Red Bulls Official Site. https://www.newyorkredbulls.com
4. Brooklyn Spurs, Tottenham Hotspur Supporters Club. http://www.brooklynspurs.com
5. PitchPubs Soccer Bar Directory. https://pitchpubs.com
6. Time Out New York, Bars and Soccer Guides. https://www.timeout.com/newyork
7. The Infatuation New York. https://www.theinfatuation.com
8. Men in Blazers. https://meninblazers.com
9. GoodRec, Where to Watch Soccer in NYC. https://www.goodrec.com
10. Hoboken Girl, Hoboken Sports Bars Guide. https://www.hobokengirl.com
11. DIRECTV Sports Bar Finder. https://www.directv.com/sports-bars/
12. FIFA World Cup 2026 Official Site. https://www.fifa.com
13. Premier League US Broadcast, Peacock and NBC Sports. https://www.nbcsports.com/soccer
14. MLS Season Pass on Apple TV. https://www.apple.com/apple-tv-app/mls-season-pass/
15. ESPN+ La Liga US Streaming. https://www.espn.com/watch/espnplus/
Banter Bar in Williamsburg is an official NYCFC pub partner and the most reliable Brooklyn spot for NYCFC matches. In Manhattan, the Football Factory at Legends hosts NYCFC supporters alongside its 30-plus other clubs. The Third Rail is NYCFC's original and largest supporters group; check thirdrail.nyc for current matchday and away-day venues.
The Red Bulls play at Sports Illustrated Stadium, formerly Red Bull Arena, in Harrison, New Jersey. Bello's Pub and Grill in nearby Newark is a strong pre or post-match stop, one PATH stop from the stadium and steps from Newark Penn Station. Harrison itself has local options including Vinnie's All Star Bar & Grill and Tony's End Zone within walking distance. The Empire Supporters Club is the Red Bulls largest supporters group.
The Football Factory at Legends, Smithfield Hall, Carragher's, and The Grafton in Manhattan all open early for weekend Premier League kickoffs. In Brooklyn, Banter opens early for European soccer and the Soccer Tavern opens at 8 a.m. Roebling Sporting Club opens about 30 minutes before EPL and international matches. Across the Hudson, Mulligan's in Hoboken opens early for European football.
Yes. Carragher's in the Financial District is the Liverpool home (NYC Kopites). Smithfield Hall hosts the American Outlaws (US national team), the FC Barcelona NYC penya, and West Ham and Bayern groups. Banter is the home of Brooklyn Spurs (Tottenham), and the Football Factory at Legends hosts more than 30 supporter clubs under one roof.
In Hoboken, Mulligan's Pub is the premier football bar and a Soccer Republic venue, with Finnegan's (home of the Arsenal NJ supporters) and Madd Hatter as additional options. In Jersey City, Hudson Hall is a beer hall with multiple screens near the Grove Street PATH, with O'Hara's and Legends FC nearby.
Banter Bar in Williamsburg leads as the NYCFC pub partner and Brooklyn Spurs home. The Soccer Tavern in Sunset Park is the oldest, open since 1929. Roebling Sporting Club, the Soccer Republic at Kent Ale House, Brooklyn Public House, and McMahon's near Barclays Center round out the borough.
The New York Red Bulls play at Sports Illustrated Stadium in Harrison, New Jersey. NYCFC plays home matches at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx and is building a dedicated soccer stadium in Willets Point, Queens.
As of the 2025-2026 season, Premier League matches in the US stream on Peacock and air on the USA Network and NBC. MLS streams on MLS Season Pass through Apple TV. La Liga streams on ESPN+. Availability can change, so confirm with the provider before a match.
Yes, but reserve ahead for marquee fixtures. Carragher's closes reservations 60 minutes before kickoff, and Banter's small room fills fast, so arrive early. Larger rooms such as Hudson Hall in Jersey City and the Football Factory at Legends handle bigger groups more comfortably.