How to use this guide
Toronto's neighbourhoods make it possible to pair almost every national team with a restaurant, cultural venue or supporter hub. A listing here does not always mean that the venue is showing every match: some are food-first meeting points with a sports bar nearby. Use the links to confirm kickoff coverage, capacity, reservations and special-event details on the day.
Algeria: Rayah
Rayah brings French-Moroccan cooking to Cabbagetown under chef-owner Wafa El Rhazi, whose Algerian and Moroccan roots make it a natural gathering point. It is best used for brunch or pastries before walking to a nearby screening venue. Address: 507 Parliament Street.
Argentina: Vos Toronto
The College Street location of this Argentinian steakhouse sits in a football-friendly part of the city and is expected to prioritize Argentina matches. Book early for major fixtures. Address: 847 College Street.
Australia: Electric Bill
Start with Australian-inspired drinks and snacks at Electric Bill, then walk to Michael Collins Irish Pub for a more screen-focused setup. Address: 866 Bloor Street West.
Austria: Beisl at True History Brewing
This Viennese pop-up inside True History Brewing serves schnitzel, goulash, käsespätzle and bratwurst alongside European-style lager. Screening plans may vary; Queen's Head Pub is a nearby backup. Address: 1154 St. Clair Avenue West.
Belgium: Town Crier Pub
Town Crier carries a deep Belgian beer list and has brought in screens for special sporting events before. Confirm its match plan or follow the Belgian Canadian Business Chamber for organized supporter events. Address: 115 John Street.
Bosnia and Herzegovina: Mrakovic Meat and Deli
Mrakovic is planning a family-friendly tournament atmosphere built around a large LED screen, Balkan food and activities for children. It is near the airport rather than downtown. Address: 44 Wellesworth Drive, Etobicoke.
Brazil: Bola Bar
Bola Bar is a football-centred Brazilian gathering place where the crowd and culture are as important as the screen. Galo Toronto is another supporter community worth checking for event announcements. Address: 1026 Bloor Street West.
Cabo Verde: Amigos da Dundas
Amigos da Dundas is a long-running Little Portugal soccer bar and a sensible starting point for Cabo Verde supporters looking for a Portuguese-speaking crowd. Address: 1570 Dundas Street West.
Canada: Café Diplomatico
Café Diplomatico is one of Toronto's best-known football rooms and the clearest home-base choice for Canada matches. Expect packed tables and a loud crowd, particularly for marquee kickoffs. Address: 594 College Street.
Colombia: Esto es Colombia
Esto es Colombia has been actively promoting its tournament atmosphere and should draw a committed Colombian crowd. Reservations are advisable for high-demand matches. Address: 2848 Dufferin Street.
Côte d'Ivoire: Plato Royal
Plato Royal serves Ivorian and broader West African food and has hosted football watch parties before. Africa Village at Downsview Park is another option for a pan-African crowd. Address: 785 Danforth Avenue, Unit B.
Croatia: Father Kamber Croatian Park
The Croatian park in Mississauga has a strong history of large tournament gatherings and is the most community-focused option for Croatia supporters. Check its event calendar before making the trip. Address: 4525 Mississauga Road, Mississauga.
Curaçao: Conejo Negro
Conejo Negro offers Caribbean cooking, including flavours familiar to Curaçao, but it is primarily a restaurant rather than a sports bar. Man of Kent is less than a 10-minute walk away for the match itself. Address: 838 College Street.
Czechia: Godspeed Brewery
Godspeed is the beer-first choice, known for carefully poured Czech-style lagers. It does not normally operate as a sports bar, so have your drinks here and use nearby Two-Headed Dog for screens. Address: 242 Coxwell Avenue.
Democratic Republic of the Congo: Nganda
Nganda's downtown location combines Congolese food with a track record of screening qualifying matches. Capacity may be tight for the country's rare World Cup appearance. Address: 254 Adelaide Street West.
Ecuador: El Típico Ecuatoriano
This long-running Ecuadorian restaurant has been documented as a national-team gathering point across multiple tournaments. Address: 2312 Keele Street.
Egypt: Maha's
Maha's is ideal for an Egyptian brunch or takeout before a match, though tables are difficult to secure. Left Field Brewery's Leslieville location is nearby and allows outside food. Address: 226 Greenwood Avenue.
England: Elephant and Castle
Elephant and Castle is a dependable downtown base for England supporters, with Dock Ellis offering a more relaxed alternative for football fans. Address: 212 King Street West.
France: Ricarda's
Ricarda's is hosting organized France gatherings under the La Maison des Bleus banner for selected group-stage matches. Confirm dates and ticket or reservation details with the venue. Address: 134 Peter Street.
Germany: Amsterdam Brewhouse
This large Harbourfront brewpub pairs screens and house beer with a lakefront setting, making it a comfortable base for Germany supporters. Address: South Building, 245 Queens Quay West.
Ghana: Africa Village World Cup
Africa Village at Downsview Park is a free multi-country fan festival prioritizing Ghana, Senegal and Côte d'Ivoire, with match viewing, vendors and cultural programming. Address: 160 Downsview Park Boulevard.
Haiti: District Lounge
Haitians of Toronto announced a District Lounge event for Haiti's June 19 match against Brazil. Confirm admission and table details before travelling to Pickering. Address: 1211 Kingston Road, Pickering.
Iran: St. Louis Bar and Grill
The North York location on Yonge drew a large Iranian supporter crowd in a previous tournament and remains a sensible starting point. Other venues along Yonge in North York may also host gatherings. Address: 5307 Yonge Street.
Iraq: Sumaq Iraqi Charcoal Grill
Sumaq is a football-friendly stop for Iraqi shawarma and charcoal-grilled kebabs. For a screen-heavy follow-up, Corner Bank is about a five-minute drive from the Scarborough location. Address: 1961 Lawrence Avenue East.
Japan: Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre
The JCCC is planning free public viewings with family activities, a beer garden and Japanese snacks on selected dates. Review the event schedule before attending. Address: 6 Sakura Way.
Jordan: Arbequina
Arbequina offers a polished Jordanian and Palestinian dining experience for a pre- or post-match meal. Dizzy Pub, a few doors away, is the practical screen option. Address: 325 Roncesvalles Avenue.
Korea: Han Ba Tang
Han Ba Tang combines Korean bar food, soju and a lively North York room that suits a national-team gathering. Koreatown may also host temporary watch parties. Address: 4862 Yonge Street.
Mexico: Mundo Sports Bar
Mundo was built around Toronto's Hispanic community and has the screen coverage expected from a dedicated sports bar. It is a straightforward choice for Mexico matches. Address: 2560 Finch Avenue West.
Morocco: Scotland Yard
Scotland Yard is a proven football pub where Morocco supporters have gathered before. The Morocco-versus-Scotland fixture should be especially busy, so reserve if the venue allows it. Address: 56 The Esplanade.
Netherlands: Borrel
Borrel serves Dutch-Indonesian food and has installed big screens for football tournaments in the past. Expect stroopwafels, familiar snacks and a strong Oranje crowd. Address: 1333 Danforth Avenue.
New Zealand: Hemingway's
Hemingway's has served as a Toronto home base for New Zealanders for decades. Its rooftop patio and sports-bar setup make it the obvious Kiwi headquarters. Address: 142 Cumberland Street.
Norway: Fox and Fiddle
Norwegian supporters have previously met at the Danforth location of this pub chain. It offers familiar game-day food, draught beer and multiple screens. Address: 535 Danforth Avenue.
Panama: Limon Lounge
Limon Lounge attracts a broader Latin American crowd and is a useful starting point for Panama supporters looking for fellow fans. Confirm its match schedule through social media. Address: 1089 St. Clair Avenue West.
Paraguay: Latinito Empanadas
Latinito is a takeout stop for traditional empanadas rather than a viewing room. Pick up food, then continue to nearby Oscar's Roadhouse for an old-school sports-bar setup. Address: 860 North Park Drive, Brampton.
Portugal: Bairrada Churrasqueira
Bairrada's large hidden patio becomes a Portuguese football headquarters during major tournaments, with screens, projectors and grilled food. Address: 1000 College Street.
Qatar: Hailed Coffee
Toronto has few specifically Qatari dining options, but Hailed serves Arabic qahwa and works as a pre-match meeting point. Queen and Beaver is one block away for screens. Address: 44 Gerrard Street West.
Saudi Arabia: Sahara Lounge
Sahara Lounge announced afternoon tournament opening hours and match screenings for Toronto's Arab football community. Confirm daily times before heading to Mississauga. Address: 1855 Dundas Street East, Mississauga.
Scotland: The Caledonian
The Caledonian calls itself home of the Tartan Army and backs that up with Scottish food, an extensive whisky list and a committed supporter culture. Address: 856 College Street.
Senegal: Africa Village World Cup
The free Africa Village festival is the strongest communal viewing choice for Senegal. PendAfrica in Oakwood Village is another option when Senegalese food is the priority. Address: 160 Downsview Park Boulevard.
South Africa: The South Africa Store
Stock up on biltong, biscuits and other South African staples for a home watch party, or pair the visit with a separate sports bar. Mrs. Robinson in Little Italy also carries South African-inspired dishes. Address: 3889 Bathurst Street.
Spain: Bar Raval
Bar Raval is a food-first stop for pintxos rather than a sports bar. Use it for a Spanish pre-match meal, then walk to a nearby screen such as Toby's Pub and Eatery. Address: 505 College Street.
Sweden: The Gull
Swedish supporters have previously gathered at this east-end Firkin pub. West-end fans can begin at Fika in Kensington Market for Swedish pastries before finding a nearby screen. Address: 1943 Queen Street East.
Switzerland: Wvrst
The Union Station Wvrst offers fondue and raclette for a Swiss-themed meal. From there, walk west on Front Street to the free Adidas Watch Party at Stackt Market. Address: 65 Front Street West.
Tunisia: La Plume
La Plume at The Well has offered Tunisian-inspired brunch dishes such as lablabi. For the match itself, the Dorset pub is in the same complex and has screens. Address: 453 Wellington Street West.
Turkey: Sultan Ahmet
Sultan Ahmet has announced tournament watch-party plans across its Canadian locations. Check which Toronto branch is screening the match before booking. Downtown address: 26 Alexander Street.
Uruguay: La Luna Panadería
La Luna is a useful stop for Uruguayan baked goods and a chivito sandwich before the match. Central Bar and Grill is nearby for later screenings. Address: 1650 Jane Street.
USA: Real Sports
Real Sports has wall-to-wall television coverage, a central downtown location and the scale needed for a large American supporter crowd. Advance reservations are worth considering. Address: 15 York Street.
Uzbekistan: Tashkent Restaurant
Tashkent Restaurant in North York has said it will show Uzbekistan's tournament matches, pairing the country's debut campaign with Uzbek food. Address: 1126 Finch Avenue West, Unit 10.
Screen-first picks
For the least complicated match-day experience, start with Café Diplomatico for Canada, Hemingway's for New Zealand, The Caledonian for Scotland, Real Sports for the USA, Bairrada for Portugal or the relevant community viewing event for Japan, Croatia and the African teams. Food-first listings should be paired with the nearby sports-bar suggestion in their description.