THE 5 BEST BARS IN LONDON TO WATCH THE WORLD CUP

If you’re anything like us., you’ll have friends and siblings darting off to Brazil today or over the next few days, and again, if you’re anything like us, it will be making you green with envy. But, do not fear, as who needs the real Brazil, when you can watch you the game from the comfort of London in any one of these fantastic bars….

THE REFINERY, , Based in Southwark just a stroll away from the landmarks of central London, The Refinery is a stylish bar with an expansive list of drinks. Boasting a luxurious yet rustic interior, The Refinery has decided to make their sole focus The Great British Summer for the coming months of 2014. This means that not only will Wimbledon be shown in all of its glory, but The World Cup will also take pride of place. In order to really champion a summer in the wonderland that is Great Britain, The Refinery have decided to transform their outdoor terrace into a holiday hotspot for three weeks beginning on 21st June, complete with striped deck chairs and white picket fences. There will also be pop-up bars from various cider and bubbles brands on the terrace, so that your glass never has to be empty. Here, the most exciting sporting events will be broadcast on large screens for all to view from their deck chairs with a martini in hand. Or an ice cold beer. Your choice. therefinerybar.co.uk

SUSHISAMBA, , SushiSamba is an amalgamation of cultures – it marries Japan, Brazil and Peru in harmony, creating a bar and restaurant with an incredible ethos. Situated on the 38th and 39th floors of the Heron Tower, SushiSamba has an incredible view over London. During the World Cup, SushiSamba will be staying true to their roots and proudly broadcasting the games on large screens while samba dancers and Caipirinhas provide traditional Brazilian entertainment. sushisamba.com

BUNGA BUNGA, , The entrance to the bar is dramatically cloaked in a red velvet curtain, a tell-tale sign of the theatrics that await inside. Truly a night not to be forgotten – the bar has enlisted the likes of opera singers and Elvis impersonators alike and for those guests brave enough to sing, karaoke performances. Whisking you away to a Venetian fantasy, the gondola-shaped bar sits in front of a wall depicting Venice’s famed canals. With a rustic American interior this bar is the perfect place for relaxing (or trying to) while the football takes place. bungabunga-london.com

HONKY TONK CHELSEA, , Honky Tonk is a bar and restaurant that will be great to sit down and watch games from the World Cup in. With the tagline ‘American Flavour, British Behaviour’, the bar sums up exactly what a gentleman looks for on this sort of occasion. Particularly the Chelsea branch of Honky Tonk is perfectly suited to watching a game with your friends and a beer in hand – the atmosphere is relaxed yet sophisticated. In celebration of the World Cup, Honky Tonk will be selling buckets of beer for £20 – what could be more perfect when the football is on the screen? honkytonklondon.co.uk

BODO SCHLOSS, , Bodo’s Schloss is an alpine themed restaurant-come-disco on High Street Kensington and this summer Bodo’s are going football mad, kicking off on Thursday 12th June with the World Cup football launch ‘DonnerStag’ party following the opening game. They’ve installed two 200inch HD screens in order to give two very different experiences whilst watching the football. The first screen (in the restaurant) will offer people a more laid back viewing experience, whilst enjoying Bodo’s famous schnitzel. Whilst the second has been placed in the ‘Disco Room’ where clients can enjoying the beautiful game whilst in the midst of lively party atmosphere. For the World Cup, a number of group packages have been put together to get the most out of the games at Bodo’s, so head on down to watch the world cup unwind in style. reservations@bodosschloss.com / www.bodosschloss.com

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