The World Cup opening match is here, and somehow the soccer gods looked at the schedule and said, “You know what this needs? Felipe’s Happy Hour.”
Mexico takes on South Africa on Thursday, June 11, and Felipe’s Taqueria is ready to turn kickoff into a full-on watch party in Naples and New Orleans. If you’re looking for where to watch the World Cup opening match, where to cheer on Mexico, or where to enjoy tacos and hand-squeezed margaritas while the biggest soccer tournament in the world begins, Felipe’s is your spot.
We’ll have the match on with live audio, plenty of TVs, no cover charge, family friendly vibes and all the match day energy you can handle.
In Naples, the match starts at 3PM Eastern, which just happens to be the exact time Felipe’s Happy Hour begins. That’s not planning. That’s destiny.
At Felipe’s Logan Landings and Felipe’s Park Shore, guests can watch Mexico vs. South Africa while enjoying Happy Hour from 3PM to 6PM, plus special match day menu items available at the Naples restaurants.
In New Orleans, the match kicks off at 2PM Central. So we’re doing the only reasonable thing: starting Happy Hour an hour early. For World Cup opening weekend, Felipe’s New Orleans restaurants will run Happy Hour from 2PM to 6PM Thursday through Sunday.
That means whether you’re in Naples or New Orleans, the first whistle is basically your official invitation to clock in for tacos, margs and World Cup fun.
Some matches are made for the couch.
This is not one of them.
The World Cup opening match deserves a room full of fans, live audio, cold drinks, tacos on the table and at least one person yelling at the TV like the coach can hear them.
Mexico vs. South Africa is the first match of the tournament, and Felipe’s is ready to help fans kick things off the right way. We’re talking family friendly watch party energy, no cover charge, plenty of TVs and the kind of food that makes every close call a little easier to handle.
Felipe’s Happy Hour already has a strong fan base. Add the World Cup opener, and now we have ourselves a match day situation.
Guests can expect hand-squeezed margaritas, scratch-made Mexican food, tacos, queso, burritos, nachos and the kind of casual, lively atmosphere that makes Felipe’s a favorite gathering spot.
Basically, if your World Cup plan does not include tacos, we have questions.
Mexico fans, this one is for you.
The opening match is the perfect excuse to wear the colors, bring the crew and make some noise. Whether you follow every international match or just become a soccer expert every four years, Felipe’s is a fun place to watch the tournament begin.
Mexico vs. South Africa is the kind of game that brings people together. Families, friends, fans, casual viewers and people who mostly showed up for margaritas all have a place at the table.
And since there is no cover charge, the only thing you really need to bring is your match day energy.
That’s a starting lineup we can believe in.
Naples soccer fans, Felipe’s is ready for kickoff.
Felipe’s Logan Landings and Felipe’s Park Shore will both be hosting family friendly watch parties for Mexico vs. South Africa on Thursday, June 11. The match starts at 3PM Eastern, right when Felipe’s Happy Hour begins.
That means you can settle in for the opening match with tacos, hand-squeezed margaritas, live audio, plenty of TVs and special match day menu items available at both Naples locations.
This is a great option for families, soccer fans, Mexico supporters and anyone looking for a fun Naples event with no cover charge.
Felipe’s Logan Landings World Cup Watch Party
Join us at Felipe’s Logan Landings to watch Mexico take on South Africa in the opening match of the World Cup. We’ll have live audio, plenty of TVs, Happy Hour from 3PM to 6PM and special match day menu items available for the event.
Bring the family, bring your soccer crew or bring the friend who says they “don’t really watch soccer” but somehow gets very intense by halftime.
Park Shore is also ready to cheer on Mexico for the World Cup opener. Join us Thursday, June 11 for Mexico vs. South Africa at 3PM Eastern.
We’ll have the match on with live audio, plenty of TVs, Happy Hour from 3PM to 6PM and special match day menu items available for the Naples watch party.
Come hungry, come loud and come ready to cheer.
New Orleans does not need much of an excuse to turn something into a party.
But the World Cup opening match? That’s a very good excuse.
Mexico vs. South Africa kicks off at 2PM Central in New Orleans, which is one hour before Felipe’s usual Happy Hour. So for World Cup opening weekend, we’re moving the fun up.
Felipe’s New Orleans restaurants will run Happy Hour from 2PM to 6PM Thursday through Sunday for opening weekend.
That means four days of extended Happy Hour, World Cup energy, hand-squeezed margaritas, tacos and plenty of chances to watch the tournament with friends.
And if you needed another reason to choose Felipe’s for Happy Hour, here it is: Felipe’s was recognized by Gambit’s Best of New Orleans 2025 for Best Happy Hour in New Orleans.
So yes, watching the World Cup opener at one of New Orleans’ favorite Happy Hours feels like the right call.
For World Cup opening weekend, Felipe’s New Orleans Happy Hour will run:
Thursday: 2PM to 6PM
Friday: 2PM to 6PM
Saturday: 2PM to 6PM
Sunday: 2PM to 6PM
The opening match starts Thursday at 2PM Central, so we’re making sure Happy Hour is ready when the whistle blows.
Whether you’re joining us after work, sneaking out early for “a very important meeting,” or gathering your friends for a full match day hang, Felipe’s New Orleans is ready for you.
Looking for a place to watch the World Cup in New Orleans? Felipe’s has restaurants across the New Orleans area serving scratch-made Mexican food, hand-squeezed margaritas and the kind of casual, lively atmosphere that makes match day more fun.
Join us at one of our New Orleans area restaurants for World Cup opening weekend:
Felipe’s French Quarter
Felipe’s Mid-City
Felipe’s Uptown
Felipe’s Metairie Road
Whether you’re in the French Quarter, Mid-City, Uptown or Metairie, Felipe’s is a great place to catch the match, enjoy extended Happy Hour and celebrate the start of the tournament.
The World Cup is one of those rare events that brings everyone together.
Die-hard soccer fans. Families. Casual fans. Kids in jerseys. Friends who just like a good excuse to go out. People who only watch soccer every four years but suddenly have very strong opinions about stoppage time.
Everyone is welcome at Felipe’s.
Our World Cup watch parties are family friendly and have no cover charge, making Felipe’s an easy choice for guests looking for a fun, casual place to watch Mexico vs. South Africa.
Felipe’s fast casual setup also makes it easy for groups. Everyone can order what they want, grab a table and settle in for the match. Tacos, burritos, nachos, quesadillas, bowls, salads, queso and guac all play well on match day.
No complicated plan, no fancy tickets, and no cover charge.
Just soccer, tacos and Happy Hour.
For the World Cup opening match, Felipe’s Naples restaurants will feature special match day menu items at Logan Landings and Park Shore.
That means guests in Naples can enjoy the opening match with something extra on the menu, along with Happy Hour from 3PM to 6PM, live audio, plenty of TVs and family friendly watch party energy.
The special menu items will be available at the Naples locations for the match, making Felipe’s Logan Landings and Felipe’s Park Shore two of the best places in Naples to watch Mexico vs. South Africa.
Come for the match. Stay for the tacos. Order the special. Cheer loudly.
That’s the plan.
Tacos, Margaritas and World Cup Energy
A World Cup watch party needs three things: a great match, a great crowd and great food.
Felipe’s has all three.
Our menu is built for match day. Tacos are easy to enjoy while watching. Nachos are made for sharing. Burritos are serious fuel. Queso is never a bad decision. And hand-squeezed margaritas make Happy Hour feel like a celebration before the first goal is even scored.
Felipe’s serves award-winning Mexican cuisine from a scratch kitchen, with fresh ingredients, bold flavors and a fun atmosphere that works for families, friends, coworkers and fans.
For Mexico vs. South Africa, the energy will be high from the opening whistle. Mexico fans will be ready. South Africa fans will be ready. Everyone else gets to enjoy the start of the biggest soccer tournament in the world.
That’s the beauty of the World Cup.
You don’t have to know every player to enjoy the match. You just need a good place to watch.
Felipe’s is that place.
The World Cup only comes around every four years, and the opening match sets the tone for the whole tournament. Mexico vs. South Africa gives fans a huge reason to gather early, cheer loudly and make a little noise.
In Naples, the match kicks off at 3PM Eastern, right when Felipe’s Happy Hour begins. Join us at Felipe’s Logan Landings or Felipe’s Park Shore for live audio, plenty of TVs, special match day menu items, no cover charge and family friendly watch party fun.
In New Orleans, the match kicks off at 2PM Central, so Felipe’s is starting Happy Hour early and keeping it going from 2PM to 6PM Thursday through Sunday for World Cup opening weekend.
No cover charge. Family friendly. Live audio. Plenty of TVs. Tacos. Hand-squeezed margaritas. Happy Hour. World Cup soccer.
Honestly, the schedule could not have done us a bigger favor.
Wear your colors, bring your crew and come cheer on Mexico at Felipe’s.
We’ll have Happy Hour ready at kickoff.
