An iconic D.C. area pub, located in Arlington, VA, has been listed among the top-10 best soccer bars in the nation based on over 1,000 submissions.
The pub in question, Ireland’s Four Courts, is officially a finalist in the annual contest held by the soccer media company Men in Blazers, officially ranking it among the top 10 best soccer bars in the nation, with a chance that it could be announced as the #1 soccer bar in the nation!
What makes Ireland’s Four Courts a soccer bar worth visiting?
One of the few, if not only, soccer-centered sports bars in the greater D.C. area, Ireland’s Four Courts is known not just for keeping up with the fairly tedious international soccer schedule, complete with early morning kickoffs and late nights.
Upon entering the Four Courts, it’s immediately apparent what makes this place stand out – the cozy interior and friendly staff are immediately reminiscent of an authentic Irish pub experience, complete with quality Guinness and an excellent menu.
The bar acts as a home base for supporters of seven iconic European soccer clubs:
- Chelsea FC
- Arsenal
- Crystal Palace
- Tottenham Hotspurs
- AC Milan
- Roma
- Liverpool
This gives passionate soccer fans a chance to tune in to some of the biggest clubs’ games week after week and casual fans an opportunity to develop a fandom on their own without pressure to commit to watching any singular team.
To cope with the frustrations of an early wake-up for the kickoff times of most European soccer matches, Four Courts does have a great brunch menu that offers something for everyone.
The lunch and dinner menu also features several iconic items synonymous with the classic Irish pub experience, including the Irish sausage roll, a housemade Reuben sandwich, shepherd’s pie, corned beef, and more!
This spot will be a major hotspot for football fans during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, so be sure to check it out for an unforgettable gameday experience during the matchups later this year!