Turn Turn Turn on Killingsworth and Williams ended up being the best non bro-dog place in town to watch the Blazers playoff run, and they're showing world cup games.
The Horse Brass had a good atmosphere for the big games last time, so long as you avoid the food. Kells is the best downtown option if you can get a seat (and have time to wait for service).
(by the way, anyone know somewhere in Hood River that will be showing games this weekend?)
Years ago, I brought my friend from Germany to Portland. The World Cup was going on at that time. He insisted that it was going to be everywhere, though I denied it. We went to my local pub in Portland and after pool was over on ESPN8 (or whatever) the World Cup came on. My German friend was appalled that it wasn't a big deal, but finally he could watch it. Just then, someone in the bar yelled, "What is this shit? Turn it off!" Everyone cheered. And they turned the channel to dominos.
Imagine my utter disappointment when I moved back home to Portland years later to find that everyone had fucking sold out and decided to go ultra-mainstream.
Hello! Beulahland in Portland on NE 28th, a year round soccer bar/restaurant is showing every match on two big screens. I'm here right now watching Columbia v. Greece and can't wait to watch England v. Italy later today. The food is really good and the sound is loud. I like a place that is dedicated to football. The owner, Jimmi is always around which means the place runs smoothly and the screens are always on the right channel! Beulahland shows Premier League games super early as well.
(by the way, anyone know somewhere in Hood River that will be showing games this weekend?)
Imagine my utter disappointment when I moved back home to Portland years later to find that everyone had fucking sold out and decided to go ultra-mainstream.