A Guide to Arsenal Supporters Clubs and Soccer Bars in California
You’re never far from an Arsenal bar in California! There are a dozen Arsenal supporters clubs to choose from in the Golden State, and we feature all of them on this page. Meet Arsenal supporters in California, up and down the Pacific coast. Share in the excitement of watching a game in an official Arsenal soccer bar, and have some fun in the warm California sun.
Arsenal Clubs in Northern California
There are so many Arsenal supporters clubs in California that we’ve had to list them in two sections – Northern & Southern California. And if you’re traveling outside of the state, you can see our full list of Arsenal supporters clubs in other states in the USA
Sacramento Gooners
The Sacramento Gooners are the most Northerly of the numerous California Arsenal bases. Get up early so you can catch a game with them at Henry’s Lounge Sports Bar every weekend. The bar also houses an arcade with some great old pinball machines.
Arsenal bar in Sacramento - Henry's
North Bay Gooners
Sun, sea, and Arsenal on TV are all you need when you’re in Santa Rosa in the beautiful Sonoma County with the North Bay Gooners. The club was formed in 2016 and meets to watch live Arsenal games at the qaunt British Pub The Goose & Fern in downtown Santa Rosa where you can enjoy the best fish & chips in town.
Arsenal bar in Santa Rosa – Goose and Fern
Bay Area Gooners
This Arsenal club has an interesting history hosting the many Gooners in the San Francisco area. It was founded by Mark Barbeau in 2006 when he located a bar that was tended by a fellow Gooner named Patrick Dunphy (who sadly passed in 2019). That collaboration helped to grow one of the largest Arsenal fan groups in America. Maggie McGarry’s in North Beach is heaving on Arsenal matchdays, so get there early.
Arsenal bar in San Francisco - Maggie McGarry's
Silicon Valley Gooners
Formerly known as the South Bay Gooners, this California Arsenal club now has a new hipster-friendly monicker. It’s still based in San Jose where they gather to watch Arsenal at Jack’s Bar. Enjoy the sunshine in the expansive, but not expensive beer garden while watching Arsenal games outdoors. You know the way. Follow the Silicon Valley Gooners on Bluesky.
Arsenal bar in San Jose – Jack’s
the Fresno Gooners
Early mornings, brew, great people, and the Arsenal. How could life get any better? That’s the question posed on the Fresno Gooners Facebook page. We don’t have the answer, but you can meet up with these Central California-based Arsenal fans to find out. Their home is now The Layover on Fulton Street, after their previous home, The Spokeasy Pub was closed due to a fire.
Arsenal bar in Fresno - The Layover
Santa Barbara Gooners
Further down the Pacific Coast Highway, you will find more sun-baked Arsenal fans at The Press Room in downtown Santa Barbara.
“Santa Barbara is a high tourist destination, so we may get a lot of passing through Gooners who visit the pub for a match,” explains founder John Felts. “You will always meet a lot of Germans, British, and other nationalities traveling through.”
We’ve had no reports of Santa Barbara’s celebrity Gooner, Prince Harry, lurking around in shades and a red cap on Saturday mornings, but surely it’s just a matter of time? Don’t forget to check our soccer tv guide to find out when is the next Arsenal match on.
Arsenal bar in Santa Barbara – Press Room
Arsenal Clubs In Southern California
Arsenal Los Angeles
The Fox & Hounds in The Valley is one of the most established soccer bars in California, and indeed the nation. This famous West Coast soccer pub has been showing live soccer in Studio City since Herbert Chapman was manager. They’ve been home to Arsenal Los Angeles since 1998 before Arsenal America was founded.
The club has a website that includes info on all the regional Arsenal club along with membership details. They are also the only California Arsenal supporters group that doesn’t include the word ‘Gooners’ in their name, so we commend them on their originality.
Arsenal bar in Los Angeles – Fox and Hounds
Los Angeles Gooners
A short hop over the Hills brings you to the original Los Angeles area Arsenal club. The Los Angeles Gooners watch Arsenal games over in Culver City at Joxer Daly’s. It’s a good spot for celebrity Gooner spotting, considering its proximity to some major film studios.
Arsenal bar in Culver City - Joxer Daly's
Eastside Gooners
The Eastside Gooners were set up in 2024 to cater to the ever-expanding Gooner population in this part of Los Angeles. They watch games at Lucky Baldwin’s, an authentic English Pub. the club are considered partners to the above-mentioned LA Gooners.
Arsenal bar in East LA – Lucky Baldwin’s
Beach City Gooners
This is the most southerly of the set of four Los Angeles area Arsenal clubs. The advantage of early morning EPL matches on the West Coast is the opportunity to spend the rest of the day sunbathing. The Auld Dubliner where the Long Beach Arsenal fans gather to watch games is conveniently located between Santa Monica and Huntington Beach, offering miles of golden Pacific Coast beaches. You can even take a day trip to Catalina Island if you’re feeling inspired by the result.
Arsenal bar in Long Beach - Auld Dubliner
Orange County Gooners
The next stop on our tour is Orange County, home to a large community of ex-pat Arsenal fans. The Orange County Gooners were formed in 2010 and meet at Chapter One: The Modern Local in Santa Ana (housed in an ex-bookstore) for every Arsenal match. The club also gets together with the other regional Arsenal clubs in California to host events.
Arsenal bar in Santa Ana – Chapter One
North County Gooners
The North County Gooners are one of two Arsenal groups in the San Diego area. If you happen to be in Carlsbad, the club watch games at Grubby’s. Enjoy Gunners games under the palm trees with a plate of great Mexican food.
Arsenal Bar in San Diego - Grubby's
San Diego Gooners
Finally, we reach the southernmost of the California Arsenal fan groups and one of the closest to Mexico that we’ve found so far. Tijuana is a day trip over the border, but if you’re planning to stay Stateside for the match then you should head to the Bluefoot Bar – It’s considered the North Bank of North Park.
Arsenal bar in San Diego – Bluefoot
Some Arsenal games are on too early for the soccer bars in California to show. Here is our guide on how to watch Arsenal games on TV and streaming in the U.S.
FAQ
What are some popular Arsenal supporters clubs and soccer bars in Northern California?
Some popular Arsenal supporters clubs in Northern California include the Sacramento Gooners, North Bay Gooners, and Bay Area Gooners, each meeting at local bars such as Henry’s Lounge Sports Bar and Maggie McGarry’s.
Where can I watch Arsenal games in Sacramento?
You can watch Arsenal games in Sacramento with the Sacramento Gooners at Henry’s Lounge Sports Bar, which hosts matches every weekend in a friendly atmosphere.
Are there Arsenal supporter clubs in Southern California and where do they meet?
Yes, Southern California has several Arsenal supporter clubs such as Arsenal Los Angeles at Fox & Hounds in Studio City, Los Angeles Gooners at Joxer Daly’s in Culver City, and Orange County Gooners at Chapter One in Santa Ana.
What should I know about the Arsenal supporters clubs in San Diego?
In San Diego, the San Diego Gooners meet at Bluefoot Bar in North Park, and the North County Gooners gather at Grubby’s in Carlsbad, providing great spots to catch matches and enjoy local Mexican food.
How can I find out when Arsenal matches are on TV in California?
You can check our soccer TV guide on the First Touch website to find out when and where Arsenal matches are broadcasted on TV and streaming services in the U.S.
