Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWorld Cup fans in a growing number of U.S. cities won't have an issue finding a well-poured pint to go with their late-night match (AP Photo/Tassanee Vejpongsa)Several US states are extending bar and restaurant hours for the upcoming World Cup to enhance the fan experience and support local businesses.States including Kansas, Missouri, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Washington have sanctioned provisions, with some cities like Philadelphia and Kansas City potentially seeing closing times pushed to 4 am or even 5 am.The hospitality industry largely welcomes these changes as an opportunity to boost sales, despite facing challenges such as declining sales and inflation.Concerns have been raised regarding public safety and potential strain on law enforcement, though bar owners argue that patrons are more interested in watching games than excessive drinking.Despite the enthusiasm, there is speculation about the actual demand for late-night food and drink, given the World Cup schedule, shifts in post-pandemic consumer habits, and labour shortages.In fullSome states are extending bar and restaurant hours during the World CupThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Bar and restaurant hours extended in several states for World Cup
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleWorld Cup fans in a growing number of U.S. cities won't have an issue finding a well-poured pint to go with their late-night match (AP Photo/Tassanee Vejpongsa)Several US states are extending bar and restaurant hours for the upcoming World Cup to enhance the fan experience and support local businesses.States including Kansas, Missouri, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Washington have sanctioned provisions, with some cities like Philadelphia and Kansas City potentially seeing closing times pushed to 4 am or even 5 am.The hospitality industry largely welcomes these changes as an opportunity to boost sales, despite facing challenges such as declining sales and inflation.Concerns have been raised regarding public safety and potential strain on law enforcement, though bar owners argue that patrons are more interested in watching games than excessive drinking.Despite the enthusiasm, there is speculation about the actual demand for late-night food and drink, given the World Cup schedule, shifts in post-pandemic consumer habits, and labour shortages.In fullSome states are extending bar and restaurant hours during the World CupThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Six U.S. states are extending bar and restaurant hours for the World Cup, with some cities allowing 4-5 am closing times. The hospitality industry welcomes the move to boost sales amid inflation, though public safety and labor shortage concerns remain.
