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Best places in Jakarta to cheer on your favorite soccer team
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There are many places in Jakarta that offer delicious meals, beverages and a comfortable spot to watch your favorite soccer teams. (Shutterstock/-)
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ans of the Euro 2016 and Copa America soccer tournaments can opt to watch the matches in comfort at these Jakarta spots. Just don't forget to bring your friends — the more the merrier.
Located in Kuningan, South Jakarta, Just Sport features a giant screen as well as smaller screens to broadcast games for its patrons. The café itself, which serves Western dishes, is richly decorated with soccer-related ornaments. During big matches, it is recommended to reserve a spot early, with a minimum order of Rp 50,000 (US$3.77) per person.
Where: Plaza Festival, Jl. Rasuna Said, Kuningan, South Jakarta
Contact: +6221 527 6538
Opening hours during Ramadhan: 3 p.m. onwards
For fans of Die Mannschaft, Die Stube is a haven for soccer games. The place has a giant screen to broadcast matches, which you can watch while eating delicious German foods such as Stube’s homemade sausages, with a starting price at Rp 35,000.
Where: Plaza Bisnis Kemang 1, Jl. Kemang Raya No. 2, South Jakarta
Contact: +6221 7179 3486
Opening hours: 10 a.m. – 12 a.m. (or later if there is a match on)
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Located in Kebayoran Baru, Fitzroy Gastrobar is a cozy place to hang out as well as watch soccer games with your friends on the weekend, as it provides uniquely decorated outdoor and indoor seating areas. During Euro 2016, it is offering many prizes including jerseys and bags for patrons who order a bucket of beer. Prices on the menu start from Rp 38,000.
Where: Jl. Gunawarman No. 30, Kebayoran Baru, South Jakarta
Contact: +6221 739 4917
Opening hours: 11 a.m. – 1 a.m. on weekdays; 11 a.m. – 3 a.m. on weekends
Said to be one of the best places in town to watch soccer matches, Double Doors has a bar and restaurant with an atmosphere that will make you feel like you are somewhere abroad. It also has a pool table where you can pass the time while waiting for your favorite teams. It is recommended to reserve a table prior to games, with a minimum spend of Rp 150,000 per person.
Where: Sentra Niaga Puri Indah, Jl. Puri Indah Raya Blok T2 No. 15, South Kembangan, West Jakarta.
Contact: +6221 5835 6816
Opening hours: 12 p.m. – 1 a.m.
Opened in 2005, Cazbar is a great venue to watch sport matches, including soccer, thanks to its giant screen. It doesn't hurt that the interior is reminiscent of an overseas pub. In order to reserve your spot to cheer on your favorite team, it is advisable to call ahead and make a minimum purchase of Rp 100,000 per person.
Where: Kantor Taman E3.3, Unit A1, Jl. Mega Kuningan, South Jakarta
Contact: +6221 576 4582
Opening hours during Ramadhan: 7 a.m. – 12 a.m. for last order on weekdays; 7 a.m. – 1 a.m. on weekends
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