12 Best Bars and Restaurants to Watch the 2026 World Cup in Roma Norte

Of the 104 matches in the 2026 World Cup, only 13 are played in Mexico and just 5 in Mexico City. The rest you will watch from bars, terraces, and restaurants. If you are staying at Casa Goliana, Roma Norte has an unbeatable density of venues. Here is our curated list of the 12 best, sorted by style, all less than 10 minutes on foot from the hotel.

For Classic Football Atmosphere

1. Cervecería de Barrio (Álvaro Obregón)

Distance from Casa Goliana: 5 minutes. Screens on every wall, generous michelada, fresh oysters, and a roaring crowd that celebrates every goal. The Álvaro Obregón location is the loudest during sporting events.

2. Salón Ríos

Distance: 7 minutes. Contemporary cantina with a Mexican soul. Big screens, artisan mezcals, and a local atmosphere that makes you feel part of something. Arrive early — opening day fills up two hours before kickoff.

3. La Botica Mezcalería

Distance: 6 minutes. For mezcal over beer drinkers. Intimate space, one well-placed screen, and a menu of over 50 artisan mezcals to accompany the match.

4. La Cantina N°1

Distance: 7 minutes. A Roma Norte institution since 1994. Classic Mexican cantina atmosphere, beer-forward, screens on the walls, and the kind of crowd that turns every Mexico goal into a citywide roar. Famous locally, and well known beyond the neighborhood.

For Rooftops and Terraces

5. Maison Artemisia

Distance: 5 minutes. Rooftop cocktail bar with French-Mexican spirit. Discreet screens, sweeping neighborhood views, and the best cocktails in Roma Norte. For watching without chaos.

6. Felina

Distance: 8 minutes. Terrace with personality. Not a pure sports bar, but they show major matches. Great kitchen and the right balance of football and conversation.

7. Departamento (Rooftop)

Distance: 9 minutes. 360° city view, younger crowd, DJ after the match. Ideal for a 6:00 PM match that becomes a night.

For Eating Well While Watching

7. Lalo!

Distance: 6 minutes.  Brunch all day. For midday matches, a serious breakfast while watching football is the move. Screens at the bar, generous tables.

8. Taquería Orinoco (Yucatán)

Distance: 7 minutes.  The best taquería in Roma Norte. Screens at both locations, fast atmosphere, al pastor tacos worth the trip. Perfect for short matches.

9. Mog Bistro

Distance: 8 minutes.  Casual Asian kitchen with TVs. Ramen, dim sum, and a relaxed mood for matches where the food matters as much as the score.

For International Crowds

10. Chiquito (Yucatán Corner)

Distance: 6 minutes.  Neighborhood bar with international clientele. Polyglot atmosphere during the World Cup: you will hear English, German, Portuguese, and Spanish at once. Imported beers.

11. Tokyo Music Bar

Distance: 9 minutes.  For Asian matches (Korea, Japan, Uzbekistan). Mexico City’s Japanese community gathers here. Highballs, sake, and respectful silence during penalties.

12. La Bipolar

Distance: 10 minutes (Condesa border).  Classic neighborhood cantina just over the Condesa border. 100% Mexican atmosphere, screens everywhere, ideal for Mexican national team matches.

How to Choose by Match

Mexico Matches

Salón Ríos, Cervecería de Barrio, or La Bipolar. Arrive 90 minutes early — the neighborhood spills into the streets.

Knockout Stage Without Mexico

Maison Artemisia or Departamento. Better atmosphere, less saturation.

Weekday Daytime Matches

Lalo! or Orinoco. Eat well, watch football, no pretension.

Concierge Tip

During Mexico matches, reservations are mandatory anywhere with table service. The Casa Goliana team can secure reservations in advance for guests. For a broader neighborhood food guide, see our complete Roma Norte restaurant guide.

Keep planning your trip

• Where to stay during the 2026 World Cup
• Estadio Azteca from Roma Norte
• Best restaurants in Roma Norte

Quick Answers

Where can I watch World Cup matches in Roma Norte?

Cervecería de Barrio and Salón Ríos have the liveliest football crowds, while Departamento and Felina offer rooftop viewing. All are walkable from Casa Goliana in Roma Norte.

Do I need a reservation for match days?

For popular spots on Mexico match days, yes — arrive early or reserve. Smaller cantinas often take walk-ins if you get there before kickoff.

How close are these bars to Casa Goliana?

Most are a 5–15 minute walk. Staying in Roma Norte means you can watch the match and be back at the hotel on foot, no transit needed.