Best Queens Bars to Watch the World Cup 2026

Queens is the most international borough on earth and the best place in New York City to watch the World Cup. Jackson Heights has the densest concentration of South American fans anywhere in the US. Flushing brings Korean and Chinese communities. Astoria has the Greek community and strong general soccer culture. For any South American, Caribbean, or Asian team -- Queens is where you want to be.

Jackson Heights

Roosevelt Avenue between 74th and 86th Streets is the heart of the Argentine, Colombian, and Ecuadorian communities. For Argentina matches especially -- there is nowhere better in New York City. Take the 7 to 82nd Street.

Flushing

South Korean community centers around Flushing's Koreatown on Union Street and Northern Boulevard. Also growing Chinese football following. Take the 7 to Flushing-Main Street.

Astoria

Strong Greek community (watch for Greece in qualifiers), large Brazilian community, and several dedicated soccer bars that follow every major league and tournament. Take the N/W to Astoria-Ditmars.

Corona

Large Mexican and Colombian community adjacent to Jackson Heights. Some of the best Latin American restaurants in the city for pre-match.

Jamaica

Caribbean community -- Jamaica, Trinidad, and broader West Indian. Strong for Caribbean teams and CONCACAF matches.

Getting to MetLife Stadium from Queens

Take the 7 train -- it runs through the heart of Jackson Heights, Corona, and Flushing, the three most important World Cup neighborhoods in Queens. For MetLife match days, see the full MetLife transit guide.