Your complete Jewish guide to FIFA World Cup 2026 — for locals & visitors worldwide
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June – July 2026MetLife Stadium · NYCFIFA World Cup
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At the Match
Kosher at MetLife Stadium
MetLife hosts the most World Cup matches of any venue — including the Final — and is the most kosher-accessible stadium in North America.
MetLife Stadium — The Good News
Under normal NFL operations MetLife has 7 certified kosher stands (Vaad HaRabonim of Queens / VHQ). FIFA controls all food & beverage on World Cup match days — confirm kosher availability closer to each game date via the official FIFA site or host committee.
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The Smart Move: Eat at American Dream Mall first. It's right next door, connected by a pedestrian bridge (~17 min walk). Park there, eat at the Kosher Food Court, then walk over to the stadium.
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No General Parking: FIFA has repurposed all stadium lots. NJ Transit from Penn Station runs ~$105 round trip. Budget for this and plan your route ahead of time.
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American Dream Kosher Food Court (Level 3) — all Kof-K: Bravo Pizza · Chickies · Fish Grill · Smash & Grab · Twisted Pretzels · Miznon (opening soon)
Dining Guide
Kosher Restaurants
Verified open and certified kosher — researched May 2026. Filter by area.
Midtown · Meat
Glatt · OU
Le Marais
French Steakhouse
150 W 46th St Sun–Thu 12–10pm · Fri closes early Classic NY institution near Times Square
Midtown · Meat
Glatt · OU
Mr. Broadway
Jewish Deli & Comfort
209 W 38th St Mon–Thu, Sat night–Sun Pastrami, deli classics, non-dairy chicken parm
Midtown · Meat
Glatt · OU
Barnea Bistro
Contemporary French
Near W 38th St Lunch & Dinner · Reserve ahead Upscale, seasonal, chef-driven
Upper East Side · Meat
Glatt · OU
Mike's Bistro
Modern Fusion / Eclectic
Upper East Side Dinner nightly Duck Gnocchi is legendary. Reserve ahead.
Upper East Side · Meat
Glatt · OU
Casa Tevere
Roman Italian Fine Dining
Upper East Side Dinner nightly · Reserve ahead Handmade pasta, veal, Roman classics
Upper West Side · Dairy
Chalav Yisrael
Noi Due Cafe
Italian — Pizza, Pasta, Fish
Upper West Side Brunch, Lunch & Dinner Cocktails, craft beer, wine. Warm vibe.
Upper West Side · Meat
Glatt · RCBC
Effy's Cafe
Mediterranean / Israeli
552 Columbus Ave (86th–87th) Daily 8am–5pm · Opened March 2026 Shawarma, wraps, falafel, omelets
Level 3, Kosher Food Court Opened Dec 2025 Truffle fries, smash fries, loaded potatoes
American Dream Mall · Fish
Kof-K
Fish Grill
Kosher Fish & Seafood
Level 3, Kosher Food Court Mall hours Lighter alternative to burger spots
Verified open as of May 2026. Certifications sourced from RCBC, OU, Kof-K, YeahThatsKosher. Always confirm current certification directly with the restaurant.
The Jewish Latin Center is not responsible for the kashrut standards of any restaurant listed here. This guide is informational only. Please consult with your rabbi and confirm the certificate directly with each establishment before dining.
Prayer Locations
Minyan Locations
Shuls with daily minyanim near World Cup venues in Manhattan and Bergen County NJ.
Upper East Side · Manhattan
Moise Safra Center — Ohel Moshe Synagogue
130–134 E 82nd St (btw Park & Lex) · Sephardic tradition · moisesafracenter.org
11 E 63rd St (btw Madison & Fifth Ave) · Sephardic · ejsny.org
Multiple Shacharit daily Mincha / Arvit daily Welcoming to international visitors
Getting There
Transport Tips
To MetLife Stadium
No general parking during World Cup — FIFA controls all lots. Take NJ Transit from Penn Station (~$105 round trip). Plan and book early. Rideshare drop-off at American Dream Mall is a smart alternative.
American Dream Strategy
Park at American Dream (Lot A). Eat at the Kosher Food Court (Level 3). Walk the ~17-min pedestrian bridge to MetLife. After the match, reverse route and beat stadium traffic by 60–90 minutes.
Manhattan to Teaneck
NJ Transit bus from Port Authority (42nd St) to Teaneck runs frequently — ~40 min. Or drive via George Washington Bridge (~25 min off-peak). Teaneck is ideal for Shabbat — large fully walkable Jewish neighborhood.
JLC Programming
JLC Events
JLC's official World Cup 2026 programming — open to all Jewish communities, local New Yorkers and international visitors alike.
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✦ Featured Event
World Cup Shabbat
Join the JLC for a once-in-a-generation Shabbat experience.
DateFriday, June 12th 2026
LocationNew York City — World Class Rooftop in UES
Open bar and kosher bites — great energy, even better company. A Young Professionals event where Latin warmth meets World Cup excitement. l'chaim meets golazo.
DateThursday, June 11 · 7:30–9:30 PM
Location237 1st Ave, 3rd floor · East Village, NYC
IncludesOpen Bar · Kosher Bites · Young Professionals
Join the local Jewish community for fan zones or home-hosted viewings with a Jewish twist — great food, great people, and the beautiful game. Details to be announced around each match.
Celebrate the World Cup summer with the JLC community on a downtown rooftop. Stay tuned for full details — you won't want to miss this one.
DateJuly 2026 — Date TBA
LocationDowntown Rooftop · NYC
More Events Coming
Additional JLC programming is being planned for the World Cup month. Check back or contact us to stay updated.
Support JLC
Sponsorship Opportunities
Partner with the Jewish Latin Center for Jewish Events during the World Cup . Corporate sponsors receive logo placement across all JLC events, mailings, and digital communications throughout the tournament.
Platinum Sponsor
$10,000
and above
Logo on all event materials — banners, programs, signage
Featured in all email campaigns to JLC community list
Every contribution helps JLC bring the Jewish community together for a once-in-a-generation World Cup experience. All donations are appreciated and go directly toward programming.
For custom sponsorship packages, naming opportunities, or questions contact us directly. All corporate sponsors will be contacted to provide their logo within 5 business days of donation. Questions?info@jewishlatincenter.com
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