The World Cup Watch List
June 11, 2026
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The best bars and pubs to watch the 2026 World Cup in Dallas
The Classic European Experience
If you’re looking for the closest thing to a proper football pub, start here. D Magazine recently included it in its guide to the best British and Irish pubs for watching the World Cup, and for many Dallas soccer fans, it’s been the default answer for years. The crowd tends to care as much about the match as the beer.
The Neighborhood Pub
Owned by the same team behind The Old Monk, The Skellig delivers a similarly authentic pub atmosphere with a slightly different energy. If your audience already follows Henderson’s pub scene, this is the obvious companion recommendation.
The Modern Watch Party
This is probably the easiest place to lean into from a content perspective. They’ve already launched a dedicated World Cup campaign encouraging reservations throughout the tournament. Tons of TVs, large groups, private event options, and a menu broad enough to keep people there long after the final whistle.
The Patio Pick
Not everyone wants a packed sports bar. Mayer’s offers a more laid-back neighborhood setting and has a history of hosting soccer watch parties. It’s the kind of place where you can actually hear the people you’re watching the match with.
The Underrated One
This might be the sleeper pick. Barcadia is participating in the “World of Soccer” Fan Fest programming running throughout the tournament, with match broadcasts, themed drinks, prizes, live music, and activations. It’s a little more of a festival atmosphere than a pub atmosphere, which makes it stand out from the rest of the list.
The International Destination
Wall-to-wall screens, cold beer, and a room that gets louder with every goal. Dudley’s is a true sports bar built for global moments — the kind of place where supporters from every country end up shoulder-to-shoulder, living and dying with every match. When the tournament comes to Dallas, this is where Henderson turns up the volume.