As the office event planner, you're the one who plans the things that bring the team together — the team lunches and happy hours, the celebrations that give people a reason to step away from their desks. A World Cup watch party still takes proper planning, even with the matches giving everyone a reason to gather. Your part is the food, the drinks, and a setup that lets people watch without crowding one screen.
This post covers how to cater an office watch party while the World Cup is on. The tournament runs through mid-July, with plenty of afternoon matches that fit inside a workday. You'll know what to order, how to handle the bar, and when to schedule delivery so everything's ready before kickoff — and Metro's World Cup menu is made for exactly this.
Metro's World Cup 2026 menu is built around hors d'oeuvres named for the tournament's host cities, which makes the spread part of the fun. The New York Wagyu Franks n Blanket, Philly Mini Cheesesteaks, Mexico Mini Beef Birria Tacos, and Canada Maple Bacon Skewers all come priced per ten pieces, so you can mix a few cities and let people graze through the match. The Atlanta Mac n Cheese Bites cover the vegetarians.
For a heartier centerpiece, add the Taco Bar — two proteins plus the build-your-own toppings, with vegan and gluten-free options already in the lineup. A Crudités Board, which is vegan and gluten-free, and a Tortilla Chips & Dip with guacamole and pico de gallo round things out.
Daytime matches mean people are back at their desks afterward, so a non-alcoholic spread makes sense. Metro's Mocktails come by the batch — the Hibiscus Margarita and Cucumber Lime Agua Fresca both bring a summer-cookout feel without the bar tab. Add Pellegrino Sparkling Water, Iced Coffee, and Fresh Brewed Iced Tea for anyone who just wants something cold.
For an evening knockout match or a rooftop viewing, Metro's bar services cover beer, wine, and cocktails with bartenders and full setup. They'll take care of the whole bar.
The point of a watch party is that people watch, so the food should work without anyone tending it. Grazing boards, hors d'oeuvres, and a Taco Bar all keep at room temperature and let people serve themselves between plays, so no one's stuck plating while the match is on.
Schedule delivery for thirty to forty-five minutes before kickoff, so the spread is set and you're not signing for trays during the opening minutes. If your office doesn't allow open flames, add the flameless setup to keep hot items warm without a chafing burner. Whether you handle setup yourself or hand it to whoever's running the room, getting it done early lets people enjoy the start of the match.
The World Cup runs through July 19, and Metro's World Cup menu is live through July 17 — and the best dates fill up as the knockout rounds get closer. Pick your match, count your heads, and put the order in this week. Metro's corporate catering team handles the food, the bar, and the setup, so your only job on match day is finding a good seat.
Author
Chris Zamfotis
Managing Partner, Metro Catering
Chris Zamfotis is the Managing Partner at Metro Catering, a New York City catering company serving corporate offices, private events, and businesses across Manhattan. With a focus on reliable service, thoughtful menu planning, and polished presentation, Chris helps lead Metro Catering’s approach to modern corporate catering, from daily office lunches to executive meetings, happy hours, and large-scale events.
Metro Catering has been NYC’s trusted corporate catering provider since 1981, offering fresh, high-quality meals for office lunches, corporate events, and workplace dining—delivered on time, every time.
