If you are Colombian, Portuguese, or simply a fan of the best football the 2026 World Cup has to offer, June 27 has one address in Miami: Havana 1957. Colombia vs. Portugal is the highest-demand match of the entire tournament according to FIFA data, and Havana 1957, with its unmatched Latin atmosphere in the heart of South Beach, is the perfect place to experience it with the intensity it deserves.
The Match of the World Cup, at the Restaurant of the World Cup
At Havana 1957, the high-energy atmosphere is guaranteed well before kick-off: flags from participating nations decorate the dining room, every screen broadcasts the match live, and the team is ready to make that night something no one will forget.
There is no better place in Miami to eat latin food and experience the Colombia vs. Portugal match than in the heart of Ocean Drive. Havana 1957 has been South Beach’s reference Cuban restaurant for over a decade — named Best Cuban Restaurant at the New Times Best of Miami Reader’s Poll 2024 two years running — and during the World Cup its full potential is on display.
Why Miami Is the Center of the World on June 27
The Colombia vs. Portugal matchup carries a weight that goes beyond the group stage. Both nations arrive at the 2026 World Cup with passionate fanbases and genuine title aspirations, and Miami happens to be the city in the United States where the stakes feel most personal.
The Colombian diaspora in South Florida is one of the most culturally vibrant in the country — and on June 27, Ocean Drive will feel like an extension of Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali all at once. Portuguese fans, many of them traveling from Europe specifically for this fixture, will find in Miami Beach the kind of cosmopolitan energy that makes the city one of the great football destinations of this World Cup.
Havana 1957 sits right at the center of that convergence. Its Ocean Drive locations are not just geographically ideal — they are culturally aligned with the spirit of the night. A restaurant that has always celebrated Latin identity, community, and the joy of gathering around great food is exactly the right backdrop for the most anticipated match in Miami.
Atmosphere, Food, and Cocktails Worthy of the Match
Arriving at Havana 1957 before the Colombia vs. Portugal match means securing a full experience:
- A Cuban menu featuring iconic dishes like vaca frita, lechon asado, and tostones; classic cocktails with fresh-mint mojitos and Cuba Libres.
- World Cup Beer Bucket of 4 Michelob Ultra for $25 to toast in color.
- Live music on weekend nights sets the energy before kick-off, and the dining room does the rest.
A Night That Starts at the Table and Ends on the Street
One of the advantages of choosing Havana 1957 for the June 27 match is the location itself. Ocean Drive places you at the heart of Miami Beach’s post-match energy.
The Fan Festival at Bayfront Park is accessible, the bars and terraces of Espanola Way are steps away, and the entire neighborhood transforms into a street celebration after the final whistle.
Whether you arrive early for a full sit-down dinner, stop in for cocktails and the Beer Bucket during the match, or make it your post-game destination, Havana 1957 Ocean Drive is built for nights like this.
Reserve in Advance
Reservations for Friday, June 27 will fill up fast. Do not wait: secure your table at Havana 1957 Ocean Drive here, and arrive in South Beach ready to experience the World Cup match everyone will be talking about.
Colombia vs. Portugal. June 27. 7:30 PM ET. Havana 1957, Ocean Drive, Miami Beach. Reserve your table now.