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The Weekender – Summer Football Guide

Call your best friends, put on your favorite jersey and make your way to your lucky spot because the business end of Euro 2016 is approaching! It surely doesn’t come around as much as we’d like but boy does it make Ramadan all that more enjoyable. For this edition of The Weekender we’ve got a list of the top spots around town you can catch Euro 2016 in all its glory!

Outdoors

blue fig

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

They’ve got both vibes going for them this summer; the Ramadani vibe and the mad football fan vibe! The first floor shows the game with no sound, while the sound is usually turnt up and blasted on the second floor for those of you who enjoy the humorous comments usually made by a certain mad Algerian. They’re serving argeeleh, food and Ramadan sweets too!

The Cafe Gourmand

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

Located on the main terrace at TAJ, The Cafe Gourmand is serving up their usual delicious and mouthwatering menu as well as Shisha throughout the holy month of Ramadan too! They are right in front of the huge screen set up in the middle of TAJ’s courtyard, where you can watch and hear the Euro games with friends and family!

Little Italy

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

An outdoor spacious area is locked and loaded for all your Euro Cup needs! They’ve got a huge screen on one side of their outdoor section and a TV screen on the other where they have the volume raised up, they’re serving manaqish as part of their Ramadan specials in addition to some of their authentic Italian dishes. If you stop by for a little football or good grub, make sure you try their basil lemonade and their signature salted caramel gelato.

Qyard

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

This year’s Ramadan theme at QYard is called “Ramadana” and its definitely the most Arabesque way to approach Euro 2016. They’ve got hammocks, Ramadan drinks, desserts and nibbles. They have a huge outdoor screen to watch the game after Iftar, accompanied by shisha and card playing too.

Misk

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

This is a pop-up location open only throughout the holy month of Ramadan, Misk is set up at the outdoor area of Amman West Hotel. They’re offering Ramadani drinks, shisha and snacks while airing Euro 2106 matches happening after Iftar. Head down for a game of cards and football vibes!

Centro

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

Two birds with one stone kind of person? Stop by Centro Diner to watch any of the Euro Cup games while doing some of your shopping on the side at Taj Mall. They’re serving their usual menu and have the volume turned up while the games are running for you to get the full experience at their outdoor seating area.

Crowne Plaza

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

In the mood for a spacious outdoor venue with screens, food and shisha this Ramadan? These guys have their A-game for that post-Iftar football game you want to watch, with the sound blasted till the last whistle. Head to Crowne Plaza for an energized ambiance at their pool side tent.

Vivid

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

Vivid has excellent food, large screens and lots of energy this game season! Their rooftop venue at The Boulevard has great food, shisha and awesome vibes for this year’s Euro Cup. Cirque Il Balad

Dandana

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

Located at The Country Club, the Ramadani tent “Dandana” sponsored by Hyundai, is something you don’t wanna miss this season! Dandana is not just showing the 10 p.m. game on large screens with sound while serving food and shisha, they’re giving you the chance to win massive prizes if you guess the game score correctly before it begins! Like winning twice in one night? Give it a try!

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Indoors

Charcoal

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

You’ve probably seen their screens from a distance while driving by Abdoun circle. Charcoal is a destination for football fans all year round and the large number of screens at the venue gives you a clear view of the game with sound no matter where you’re seated. They offer a great menu that is perfect for Suhoor and game-time munchies.

Dunia

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

Located at Dunia Rooftop in Jabal Amman, Kalimat has Euro Cup games airing on their multiple screens and they’ve got shisha fired up till closing time. They’ve got food, Ramadani drinks and desserts to satisfy your post-iftar cravings if you’re up for it.

Cafe Social

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

A great indoor venue for food, shisha and feeling the game spirit! Cafe Social has got all football fans covered with their live showing of the Euro 2016 games happening this month on their many screens, they’ve got the sound turned on. Don’t hesitate to put your favorite football jersey on and head to cafe social with friends this football season, for a laid back experience and great bites.

lemon

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

If you haven’t checked out the all new Lemon, then you’re in for a great surprise. Their renovated venue will give you a fresh vibe and cater to even the most demanding of football fans needs. The all new Lemon Shisha Bistro features an epic new menu with a delicious Asian section, their signature shisha flavors and a massive screen showing Euro 2016 matches with sound.

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Outdoors with Alcohol

Sekrab

Games Showing: 7:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m.

The most innovative concept bar on Rainbow Street is screening all late night Euro Cup games and will have the volume raised for you to cheer and feel the excitement that this major football event brings with it. They’re serving up drinks and Shisha as usual and they’ve got two large screens set up on their outdoor terrace and 8 screens placed indoor on the second floor!

OZ

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

Who wouldn’t want to watch a football game during the summer in an outdoor, spacious and beautiful garden setup with high definition screens? It’s exactly what so many of our Tipsters have been looking for and more. They’re serving us all their delicious menu items, drinks and have the Euro Cup matches airing live on all screens after 8:30 p.m.

vintage

Games Showing: 7:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m.

If you are in the third circle area and looking for a place to watch the game, head to Vintage where they are showing all matches with the sound turned on. They are serving their usual incredible food menu and of course their full range of drinks in their indoor and outdoor areas.

Murphys

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m. / 7:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m.

If you’re a fan of Murphy’s, then you already know that this house of rock is more than a hub for music, it’s always been a place where sports fans go to have a few drinks while watching the most important of sporting events! They’re showing all games in both of their venues with the sound on: Murphy’s Pub and Murphy’s Garden.

O Six

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m./ 7:00 p.m./ 10:00 p.m.

O Six is on their A-game this Euro Cup season! Open and running as usual while serving food and drinks, they’re showing all 3 matches a day, with the sound turned way up! If you want to go somewhere for a drink, a bite to eat and enjoy the outdoor with one of the best views Amman has to offer then you should head down to O Six. Try their to-die-for sliders menu, have a few drinks and enjoy their outdoor space overlooking pretty much all of Amman.

Cantaloupe

Games Showing: 4:00 pm. / 7:00 p.m./ 10:00 p.m.

Hit any of their branches to watch this season’s Euro Cup matches live, they’re serving their usual delicious food and drinks outdoor at the Rainbow Street venue and indoor at the Boulevard venue starting 1:30 p.m. where you can watch all games being played that day with sound.

Kegs

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

It’s The House of Ale, y’all! They’ll have the Euro Cup games all turned up starting with the semi-finals, all the way to the finals. They’re serving you beer on tap, because they know nothing turns on football fans like a nice cold beer to sip on while history is being made. They’ll be serving Shisha as well and of course their usual menu at their permanent location near the third circle.

Beverlys

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m./ 7:00 p.m./10:00 p.m.

There isn’t a thing that they aren’t in on this Euro Cup! Beverly’s has got multiple screens in their indoor and outdoor sections depending on where you’d like to embrace the game. They’re serving food, drinks and Argeeleh till 2:30 a.m. just in case you fancy yourself a little after party or need to drown your sorrows. They show all games each day and they have the volume raised for you to enjoy the Euro Cup experience to the fullest!

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Indoors with Alcohol

Champions

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m./ 7:00 p.m./ 10:00 p.m.

This classic Amman sports bar is a must if you’re into their amazing nachos, a big screen and wanna soak the game up to the max! They’ll be serving drinks, their amazing bites and the game in full sound of course – all day, every day.

The Nub

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m./ 7:00 p.m./ 10:00 p.m.

There is a new sports bar in town and it’s a pretty killer one, too! The Nub is the new ATICO Fakhreddin group’s outlet located at the Qasr Metropole Hotel. It’s a New York-style pub serving up food and drinks and showing all Euro games at their venue with the volume turned up. They’ve got excellent food if you want to munch during the game and there’s a foosball table too if you are up for a little post-game challenge with friends!

Casper & Gambinis

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m./ 7:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m.

One of Abdoun’s most exclusive hangouts is open daily starting the early morning, serving up their delicious food and drinks menu. They have all Euro games live on screens, with sound – what’s not to like?

Arriba

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m./ 7:00 p.m./ 10:00 p.m.

Amman’s favorite Mexican is open starting 1:00 p.m. daily, they serve food and drinks all the way till midnight, which lucky for us, is pretty much when the final whistle sounds! They’re showing all Euro Cup matches with the sound turned up. What’s cool about Arriba is that they’ve got it playing in their spacious indoor venue and in a small outdoor section too! They have great appetizers for sharing during game time, if you fancy having a bite to eat.

La calle

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m. / 7:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m.

Great food, drinks and vibes going on at La Calle on Rainbow Street, this game season! They’ve got 2 large screens on each floor airing the Euro matches and they’re serving up their usual food and drink menu throughout the day. If you’re there for the match, stay for the food. They’ve got a killer steak sandwich that is so juicy and tender, that no matter who’s winning you’ll be going home happy!

Buffalo W&R

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m. / 7:00 p.m. /10:00 p.m.

They’ve got a game vibe going on, even when there isn’t one showing! Buffalo Wings and Rings is one of the “sportiest” places in town and you can rest assured that they’re showing the Euro Matches at all their branches with the sound raised all the way up. They’ve got hot deals lined up too, where you can get special discounts on their wings and appetizers.

Kegs

Games Showing: 10:00 p.m.

It’s The House of Ale, y’all! They’ll have the Euro Cup games all turned up starting with the semi-finals, all the way to the finals. They’re serving you beer on tap, because they know nothing turns on football fans like a nice cold beer to sip on while history is being made. They’ll be serving Shisha as well and of course their usual menu at their permanent location near the third circle.

Good Pub

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m./ 7:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m.

They’re open! The Good Pub is up and running and they’ve got a Euro Cup discount where you get 25% off between 7:00 p.m. onwards, in addition to their usual “Good Hour” where you can get a 50% discount between 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. with the sound on for a high-spirited crowd.

Metro

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m./7:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m.

If you’ve been there you probably know that it’s a great place to watch a football match. They’ve got very comfortable high chairs at the bar, a wide selection of local and imported beer and an epic food menu! They’re showing all the Euro 2016 matches with the sound turned up and they’re open till the final whistle (12:00 a.m.).

Queen Vic

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m. / 7:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m.

This low-key English pub is serving up food and drinks starting 12:00 p.m. and that’s not all they’re gonna offer! They have a daily happy hour from opening time, all the way till 8:00 p.m. and they’re showing all Euro 2016 matches with the sound turned up. They’ve got an amazing game-appropriate food menu with all sorts of appetizers and nibbles that are great for sharing.

Beverlys

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m. / 7:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m.

There isn’t a thing that they aren’t in on this Euro Cup! Beverly’s has got multiple screens in their indoor and outdoor sections depending on where you’d like to embrace the game. They’re serving food, drinks and Argeeleh till 2:30 a.m. just in case you fancy yourself a little after party or need to drown your sorrows. They show all games each day and they have the volume raised for you to enjoy the Euro Cup experience to the fullest!

Maestro

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m./ 7:00 p.m./ 10:00 p.m.

Maestro’s got football fans dream coming true! A private room showing Euro Cup matches, where you can watch all games live with other football loving people in a space dedicated to football talk and cheer! Definitely worth a try.

Cafe de paris

Games Showing: Select Matches Only

Amman’s expat hub in Jabal Lweibdeh is showing the Euro 2016 matches with a little bit music playing in the background. Perfect if you would like to keep an eye on the game but without making a big fuss. They’re serving food and alcoholic drinks, they’re not too keen on showing games with small teams so be sure to call and check if the game you want to see is being screened or not.

Decanter

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m./ 7:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m.

Happy hour all day, every day from opening till closing! Decanter is airing all Euro Cup games live and serving mouthwatering food and drinks for a 50% discount throughout the entire month of Ramadan. They are showing all the Euro 2016 matches live, with sound.

Murphys

Games Showing: 4:00 p.m. / 7:00 p.m. / 10:00 p.m.

If you’re a fan of Murphy’s, then you already know that this house of rock is more than a hub for music, it’s always been a place where sports fans go to have a few drinks while watching the most important of sporting events! They’re showing all games in both of their venues with the sound on: Murphy’s Pub and Murphy’s Garden.

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Go out there and enjoy every moment of this action-packed tournament before its too late!

Lemur Love,

The Tip n’ Tag Team