ENGLAND
Queen and Beaver
Owner and football freak Jamieson Kerr is opening his gastropub in time for the first kick (7:15 a.m.). Go early for a spot on the couch. A bacon butty—buttered toast and house-smoked rashers—and a pint are fine fuel for morning games; later on, spring for a pitcher of Pimm’s.
35 Elm St., 647-347-2712.
ITALY
Trattoria Giancarlo
With a roomy patio, breezy vibe and a 48-inch flat-screen, this friendly pasta parlour is College Street’s choice location for watching the evening replay. A plate of carpaccio with a quenching Campari and soda makes for a sophisticated sticky-weather antidote.
41 Clinton St., 416-533-9619.
ARGENTINA
Sky Ranch
To indulge in Argentina’s music, meat and soccer insanity, head to the always rollicking Ranch. For morning games, they’re serving a special World Cup steak and egg breakfast. Win or lose, this place will erupt in a full-fledged fiesta. Have a cerveza.
2473 Dufferin St., 416-787-0491.
KOREA
Miga on Bloor
Remember 2002? When
it comes to soccer, the Hermit Kingdom is a wild party, and all-you-can eat barbecue at Korea Town’s most stylish spot adds to the over-the-top fun. Intense soju rice wine goes down well with an order of sizzling bulgogi beef short ribs.
584 Bloor St. W., 647-351-1147.