Inter Miami watch parties: Where to catch the next match
Inter Miami superstar Lionel Messi is a pop-culture game-changer for South Florida — and we want to witness his transcendent artistry together.
Immerse yourself in the expanding community of other Messi fans during watch parties at spots around South Florida.
This roundup will continue to be updated, so check back.
Mickey Byrne’s Irish Pub
1921 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood; Facebook.com/mickeybyrnesirishpub
Downtown Hollywood’s longtime soccer mecca, an “official pub partner of Inter Miami,” will offer a free beer to anyone in Inter Miami swag with an open tab if/when Messi scores his first goal of the game. The deal will be offered for each game for the rest of the MLS season.
John Martin’s
253 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables; JohnMartinsMiami.com/events
One of South Florida’s most beloved Irish pubs since its opening more than 30 years ago, John Martin’s completed a respectful makeover in 2022, courtesy of Breakwater Hospitality Group (operators of The Wharf properties). Definitely worth checking out.
Spartan Gyros
4482 Weston Road, Davie; Instagram.com/spartan.gyros
On its Instagram page, Spartan Gyros says they’ve been “Day 1 Fans of Inter Miami CF” and invites fans to “come by and get a bite to eat and watch the game with us!”
Grails
2800 N. Miami Ave., Miami; GrailsMiami.com/soccer
The sprawling sneaker-themed Wynwood sports lounge has a soccer obsession, with more than 70 TVs showing MLS, Premier League, La Liga, UEFA Champions League, FIFA World Cup and more.
Cerveceria La Tropical
42 NE 25th St., Miami; CerveceriaLaTropical.com/events
Head to Wynwood, where Cerveceria La Tropical will be showing the big game on a big screen, of course, and offering “exclusive specials.” They say table reservations are highly recommended; call 305-741-6991.
PAST WATCH PARTY LOCATIONS
The following spots have hosted previous Inter Miami watch parties, but you’ll want to call ahead to find out about the next match.
Biergarten Boca Raton
309 Via de Palmas, No. 90, Boca Raton; Facebook.com/BiergartenBoca
Biergarten is serious about the games, with big-screen viewing and the sound on. For the last game, they offered $2 off on pints of Agama Red Ale from Miami’s Unseen Creatures Brewing & Blending. Keep checking back for updated specials.
The Wharf
20 W. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; WharfFTL.com
The Wharf Fort Lauderdale has watch parties with “riverfront views and the camaraderie of fellow fans.” Expect live music, cocktails and food. Past food options here and at the now-closed Miami location have included Knotty Burgers, The Piefather, Crème de la Crêpe, Los Altos Taqueria, Spris Artisan Pizza and La Santa Taqueria.
Prison Pals Brewing Co.
3555 N. Dixie Highway, Oakland Park; Facebook.com/prisonpalsoaklandfl
Owned by a group of Argentines, this year-old brewery in downtown Oakland Park recently released special-edition GOAT 10 lager cans dedicated to Messi. The special on Wednesday is free nachos with the purchase of two lager mugs, plus $25 beer buckets during the game.
The Tank Brewing Co.
5100 NW 72nd Ave., Bay A1, Miami; TheTankBrewing.com
The Tank is a hangout for one of the Inter Miami’s most passionate support groups, Vice City 1896. Expect to see the game on a big projection screen and multiple other TVs (sound on).
Bay 13 Brewery & Kitchen
65 Alhambra Plaza, Coral Gables; Bay13Brewery.com
The Aussie-owned brewery offers a free pint to those wearing an Inter Miami jersey during their watch parties. Members of the club’s Siege support group get food and drink specials.
Staff writer Ben Crandell can be reached at bcrandell@sunsentinel.com. Follow on Instagram @BenCrandell and Twitter @BenCrandell.