Arsenal Pubs in Istanbul

3 fan-verified Gooner Pubs

3 Arsenal pubs and bars in Istanbul, every one added by a fan who actually watched a match there — Corner Irish Pub, Red River Pub, and James Joyce Irish Pub among them.

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Watching Arsenal in Istanbul

All 3 keep the sound on for the match — commentary, not a muted screen in the corner. 3 do food if you want to make a day of it.

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Corner Irish Pub

Asmalımescit Mah., Meşrutiyet Cad. No:11/A, 34430 Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Istanbul

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In the Asmalımescit bar district in Beyoğlu. Proper Irish pub with screens showing live sport. Also has a second branch in Pera. Walking distance from the James Joyce if you want to pub-crawl your way through a match day. Istanbul has more Irish pubs than you'd expect, and this is one of the reliable ones.

Serves food

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Red River Pub

Hüdavendigâr Cad. No:44, 34110 Sirkeci, Fatih, İstanbul, Istanbul

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Over 1,100 TripAdvisor reviews and a 4.6 rating. Staff will actively hunt down whatever PL match you need. They'll change screens without you having to beg, which is rarer than you'd think. Sirkeci district near Sultanahmet. Easy to find if you're in the tourist centre. The most reliable football-watching spot in Istanbul for a visiting Gooner.

Serves food

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James Joyce Irish Pub

Hüseyinağa Mah., Balo Sk. No:26, 34435 Beyoğlu, İstanbul, Istanbul

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Istanbul's main expat football pub in Beyoğlu, a few minutes from Taksim Square. All major sports on screens. The kind of Irish pub where the barman knows what time Arsenal kick off. Mon-Thu noon to 2am, Fri-Sat to 4am.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I watch Arsenal in Istanbul?+

Arsenal fans in Istanbul have 3 pubs to choose from, including Corner Irish Pub, Red River Pub, and James Joyce Irish Pub. All sourced from fans who actually watch there.

What time do Arsenal pubs in Istanbul open for early kickoffs?+

Depends on the pub. Check each listing for hours. For a lunchtime kickoff in Istanbul, get there half an hour before the whistle or you're standing.

Do Arsenal pubs in Istanbul have match audio and food?+

Of Istanbul's 3 Arsenal pubs, 3 play match audio and 3 serve food. Filter by feature on GoonerPubs to narrow it down. Get there early: the good pubs are rammed by kickoff.

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