Watching the World Cup in Amsterdam: 26 X cafes (with big screen) listed by neighborhood

Watching the World Cup on a big screen in Amsterdam? Naturally, you prefer doing that with friends in a cozy pub. Grab a beer, put a plate of bitterballen on the table, and let the party begin. Various pubs and restaurants in the city are organizing special World Cup nights where you can watch the matches live alongside other football fans. Now all the Dutch national team needs is to win for a perfect evening ;-). 

AMSTERDAM UPDATES

Sign up for the newsletter and receive the new AMSTERDAM BUCKETLIST BOOK for free.

"*" indicates required fields

Name

This field is intended for validation purposes and should not be changed.

First name*

Email address*

Watching the World Cup in Amsterdam (on the big screen): 26 tips at a glance

From traditional pubs to restaurants and cafes with large terraces: scattered throughout Amsterdam are plenty of places where you can watch the World Cup. In this list, we line up the best spots, almost all of which are going to set up a big screen.

Watching the World Cup in Amsterdam: Amsterdam City Centre

Café Restaurant Meyer

The Amstelveld is always lively during major events in Amsterdam, and during the World Cup, this is also the place to be for an evening full of football. At Café Restaurant Meyer The Dutch national team's matches are broadcast on a big screen, and when the weather is nice, it's a fantastic place to sit on the spacious terrace.
Amstelveld 12, Amsterdam – caferestaurantmeyer.nl

Café Marcella

Another cozy café around the Amstelveld where you can watch the World Cup is Café MarcellaDuring the Dutch national team's matches, the terrace here is definitely packed with locals, groups of friends, and football fans following the game's excitement together. Order a round of drinks, pull up a chair on the terrace or inside the small café, and cheer along as soon as the Netherlands scores.
Amstelveld 21, Amsterdam – cafemarcella.nl

We Are EDN

During the World Cup, things change We Are EDN in the place near Amsterdam Central Station to watch football together, cheer, and experience the orange atmosphere. All matches falling within opening hours are broadcast live, so you won't miss a single highlight. Naturally, this includes great World Cup specials: think pitchers of beer to share, juicy orange burgers with a striking orange bun, and cheerful World Cup headbands to get you fully in the mood. This all-day restaurant in the city center is perfect to visit with friends, colleagues, or family, because they turn every match into a party. 
Oosterdoksstraat 4, Amsterdam – weareedn.com

match schedule © We Are EDN

Café Nieuw Amsterdam

Watch football at Café Nieuw Amsterdam with big screens, cold beer, and an atmosphere that gets even cozier as soon as the Netherlands scores. When the weather is nice, you can also enjoy sitting on the terrace in the courtyard. Round up your friends, order a round of bitterballen, and start cheering.
Haarlemmerstraat 75, Amsterdam – cafenieuwamsterdam.nl

Café Thijssen

In the Jordaan, Café Thijssen remains one of the coziest places to watch football together during the World Cup. During the day and the evening matches, it is packed with locals and regulars cheering loudly for the Dutch team. The place only closes for the night match, but for all the other games, this is the perfect spot.
Brouwersgracht 107, Amsterdam – cafethijssen.nl

Watching the World Cup in Amsterdam: Amsterdam East

Café de Youth

At Café de Youth Watch all of the Dutch national team's matches on the big screen while pitchers of beer are passed around the table. During the Netherlands matches, you can score pitchers for €20, which is great if you're coming to watch with a group of friends. On June 14, June 20, and the night of June 26, this is the place to be to catch every chance, tackle, and goal together.
Linnaeusstraat 37, Amsterdam – cafe-dejeugd.nl

© Café de Jeugd

Bar Bukowski

Anyone who wants to be assured of a good spot during the World Cup would be wise to Bar Bukowski to reserve. On Sunday, June 14, Saturday, June 20, and the night of Thursday, June 26, you can watch the Dutch national team's matches here on two large screens. Convenient: group reservations for up to twenty people are also possible, perfect if you want to watch football with your entire group of friends.
Oosterpark 10, Amsterdam – barbukowski.nl

© Bar Bukowski

Bar Botanique

At Bar Botanique You can watch the Dutch national team's matches on a big screen both indoors and outdoors. Especially on warm summer evenings, the terrace here is a nice place to watch football together with a pitcher of beer and a burger within reach. 
First Van Swindenstraat 581, Amsterdam – barbotanique.nl

Bar Basquiat

For those who want to be right in the middle of the action during the World Cup, you've come to the right place at Bar BasquiatDuring all of the Netherlands' matches, the screens here switch on and the place slowly transforms into one big orange pub. Come watch with a group of friends or pull up a chair spontaneously for an evening of football, beer, and hopefully lots of cheering.
Javastraat 88, Amsterdam – barbasquiat.nl

Alba Amsterdam

At Alba Amsterdam, they are transforming the terrace into a true open-air arena during the World Cup, complete with a large screen, seating and standing areas, and an outdoor bar. On June 14, watch the Netherlands – Japan with a Japanese-inspired three-course menu for €35; walk-ins are also welcome from 9:00 PM for drinks and yakitori. On June 20, the Netherlands – Sweden is on the agenda with burgers, Swedish meatballs, and cold drinks. That evening, it's walk-ins only and capacity is limited, so be on time!
Wibautstraat 105, Amsterdam – alba-amsterdam.nl

© Alba Amsterdam

Bathhouse

At Bathhouse Watch the Dutch national team's matches indoors or on the terrace along with other football fans. Even better: you can also book a private room with its own bar here for a real World Cup night with your friends. No reservation? Just walk in, grab a drink, and cheer along as soon as the Netherlands scores.
Javaplein 21, Amsterdam – badhuisamsterdam.nl

East Beach

At Strand van Oost, you can watch the World Cup with your friends while the Dutch national team's matches are broadcast on a big screen. On June 14 and June 20, this is the place to be for football, cold drinks, and shared bites perfect for during the match. Afterwards, the music gets louder and the evening naturally turns into a lively party. Tickets cost €10 and can be ordered in advance.
Linnaeusstraat 2, Amsterdam – strandvanoost.nl

Café Struis

At Café Struis You don't have to choose which match to watch, because simply *all* World Cup matches are broadcast here. Large screens are set up both inside and outside, and during the Dutch national team's matches, the brewery slowly transforms into one big football pub. Perfect if you like following multiple matches while enjoying a tasty IJwit straight from the tap.
Zeeburgerstraat 1, Amsterdam – brouwerijhetij.nl

© Café Struis

Watching the World Cup in Amsterdam: Amsterdam South

Arie on the Corner

In De Pijp, the atmosphere is always great during Oranje matches. Arie on the CornerThe tables are full, people are cheering loudly for every chance, and meanwhile, beers and snacks keep passing across the table. If you are looking for a cozy neighborhood pub to watch the World Cup with friends, you definitely want to remember this spot in De Pijp.
Ferdinand Bolstraat 24, Amsterdam – arie.goudvisch.nl

Market 33

This summer, Market 33 in the Zuidas is temporarily transforming into Stadium 33, where you can watch all World Cup matches live on a big screen from June 11 to July 19. This is convenient if you are going with a group of friends, as you can simply grab food from one of the various food stands and order cold beers at the bar in the meantime. Reserving tables is recommended, especially during the Dutch national team matches.
Claude Debussylaan 33, Amsterdam – market33.nl

© MARKET 33

AMI

At AMI Watch the World Cup on the big screen while catching the last rays of the sun on the outdoor terrace. Especially in nice weather, this is a great spot to watch the Dutch national team's matches with friends. Order some food, grab a cold beer, and your evening is already off to a great start.
Eerste v/d Helststraat 51, Amsterdam – ami.amsterdam

't Blauwe Theehuis

In the middle of Vondelpark, you can watch the Dutch national team matches on the terrace this summer at 't Blauwe TheehuisWith an IJwit in your hand, big screens in front of you, and orange supporters everywhere, it feels more like a festival here than a football night. The matches will be broadcast live on Sunday, June 14 and Saturday, June 20, and if Oranje progresses, more will naturally follow.
Vondelpark 5, Amsterdam – brouwerijhetij.nl

© The Blue Tea House

Strand Zuid

Watch football with your feet in the sand? During Strandoranje at Strand Zuid, you can watch the Dutch national team's matches on big screens by the water on June 14 and 20. Expect cold beers, DJs keeping the atmosphere going in between matches, and a crowd that comes for both the party and the game itself. It's also handy if not everyone in your friend group is a diehard football fan. Tickets cost €15 and are available in advance.
Europaplein 22, Amsterdam – strand-zuid.nl

Bar Bonnie

Also with Bar Bonnie Watch the Dutch national team's matches live on the big screen this summer. On Sunday, June 14, Saturday, June 20, and the night of Thursday, June 26, the place will fill up with football fans coming to support Oranje together. 
Amstelveenseweg 226, Amsterdam – bonnie.goudvisch.nl

© Bar Bonnie

Watching the World Cup in Amsterdam: Amsterdam West

Caravan

At Caravan You can watch all of the Dutch national team's matches on the big screen, preferably outside on the large terrace, of course, if the weather cooperates. Reservations are not possible during the World Cup, so arriving on time is smart if you want to secure a good spot. We expect it to get pleasantly busy here, especially during the matches on June 14, June 20, and the night of June 26.
Kwakersplein 2, Amsterdam – karavaanamsterdam.nl

© Caravan

Mussel & Gin

On Saturday, June 20, you’ll want to head to Westerpark for a World Cup afternoon and evening at Mossel & Gin. While the Dutch team plays on the big screen, pull up a chair here for free oysters during the first hour, a Dutch New Herring, and a welcome gin and tonic. So, not your standard football night, but one that will make even foodies very happy. You are welcome from 3:00 PM, and for €10 per person, your first round of good times is already included.
Gosschalklaan 12, Amsterdam – mosselengin.nl

Café Kosmos

In the Staatsliedenbuurt, you can watch the Dutch national team's matches right in your own neighborhood at Café Kosmos. This cozy café on the corner of the Wittenkade is turning on two large screens during the World Cup, so you don't have to miss a single second of the match. 
De Wittenkade 190, Amsterdam – kosmosamsterdam.nl

Café Complete

At Café Kompleet, you can watch all of the Dutch national team's matches on a big screen together with other neighbors. The late-night match against Tunisia on Friday, June 26, promises to be a particularly good time here, as they are staying open especially for it. Of course, they will also be broadcasting the matches on June 14 and June 20.
First Constantijn Huygensstraat 45H, Amsterdam – cafekompleet.nl

© Café Kompleet

Café Pacific

You can watch the World Cup at the Westergasterrein Café Pacific on the big screen together with a large group of Orange supporters. The matches are broadcast both inside and outside, and reservations are not possible, so just arrive on time for a good spot. On Sunday, June 14, Saturday, June 20, and the night of June 26, this is the place to be for an evening of football and good times.
Polonceaukade 23, Amsterdam – pacificamsterdam.nl

The Beer Garden

At The Beer Garden During the World Cup, it's all about football, good times, and great beer! Especially for your football night, you can get pitchers of lager here starting from €17,50 and pitchers of craft beer starting from €20. So keep this in mind if you're coming to watch with a group of friends and just want to enjoy a drink while the Dutch team plays.
Linnaeusstraat 29 & Prinsengracht 494 and Jan Evertsenstraat 135, Amsterdam – debiertuin.nl

© The Beer Garden

Watching the World Cup in Amsterdam: Amsterdam North

Zeal

For an evening of watching the World Cup in North Amsterdam, IJver at the NDSM shipyard is the place to be. During the Dutch national team's matches, large screens are set up inside and outside, and you can choose between seated and standing places. Tickets cost €5 per match, and your first beer or water is included immediately. Also handy: the kitchen remains open for burgers and snacks before and during the match.
Shipbuilding Quay 72, Amsterdam – ijveramsterdam.nl

© IJver

Here is a quick overview of the playing times for the Dutch national team during the 2026 World Cup:

This is the schedule for the Dutch national team during the 2026 World Cup.

• June 14 – 22:00 PM: Netherlands – Japan in Dallas
• June 20 – 19:00 PM: Netherlands – Sweden in Houston
• June 26 – 01:00 AM: Tunisia – Netherlands in Kansas City

Have fun if you go watch with friends! 

more Festivals & Events tips