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World Cup fever is sweeping Austin, and tomorrow's big game between team USA and Germany is the one to watch. Here's a roundup of the bars and restaurants around town confirmed to be opening early for the 11 a.m. match. Crazy soccer hot spots like Fado and Haymaker open as early as 8 a.m., while venues like Jo's and Justine's offer more laid back outdoor watching.

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This Webberville Road newcomer has become a popular World Cup watch destination. They will open at 10:30 a.m for the match. Their advice: "Skip work, show up in USA colors/gear, be loud, and drink our beer. This is a date with soccer destiny."

Justine's Brasserie

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Justine's really goes all-out for their France watch parties (today features a champagne tower), but they will also open at 11 a.m. for USA vs. Germany.

Haymaker

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Haymaker will open their doors at 8 a.m. tomorrow, with the kitchen opening at 9 a.m. They got slammed during USA Portugal on Sunday, and will be monitoring their capacity this time around, so go early. Should be a party.

Fadó Irish Pub & Restaurant

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Fado will also open early at 8 a.m. tomorrow for the game, and they recommend arriving as much as 2 hours early. Check out their handy guide to watching a big match.

Bar 96

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Bar 96 is another popular watch destination, and they will open at 10 a.m for the match.

Cover 3

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Cover 3 will also open at 10 a.m. for those who want to watch the big game. They also take reservations - call 512.374.1121

Jo's Coffee

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Scholz Garten

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Per Do512, Austin Saengerrunde hosts a watch party at their hall / Scholz Garten with German beers, pretzels, and a huge screen. Doors at 10 a.m.

The ABGB

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The ABGB is showing all the World Cup games, including USA vs. Germany, and will serve lunch early for the event.

Wright Bros. Brew & Brew

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The Brew & Brew is offering lots of Hops & Grain specials during every USA game, plus they even sport patriotic decorations.

Black Sheep Lodge

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Haymaker's sister bar will also open at 8 a.m. for the game, with the kitchen opening at 9 a.m. and way less caveats about getting there super early.

Tap 24

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Tap 24 owner Cuatro Kowalski says: " Tap 24 (the old Cuatro's) will be opening up at 8:30 for the USA game tomorrow. Come blow off the rest of your week being patriotic! 1004 W 24th St"

Mister Tramps Sports Pub and Café

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Gourmands Neighborhood Pub

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Gourmands will open early at 10:30 today for the match, and they will be serving breakfast sandwiches.

Bar 2211

This Webberville Road newcomer has become a popular World Cup watch destination. They will open at 10:30 a.m for the match. Their advice: "Skip work, show up in USA colors/gear, be loud, and drink our beer. This is a date with soccer destiny."

Justine's Brasserie

Justine's really goes all-out for their France watch parties (today features a champagne tower), but they will also open at 11 a.m. for USA vs. Germany.

Haymaker

Haymaker will open their doors at 8 a.m. tomorrow, with the kitchen opening at 9 a.m. They got slammed during USA Portugal on Sunday, and will be monitoring their capacity this time around, so go early. Should be a party.

Fadó Irish Pub & Restaurant

Fado will also open early at 8 a.m. tomorrow for the game, and they recommend arriving as much as 2 hours early. Check out their handy guide to watching a big match.

Bar 96

Bar 96 is another popular watch destination, and they will open at 10 a.m for the match.

Cover 3

Cover 3 will also open at 10 a.m. for those who want to watch the big game. They also take reservations - call 512.374.1121

Jo's Coffee

[Photo: Clint McMahon/Flickr]

Scholz Garten

Per Do512, Austin Saengerrunde hosts a watch party at their hall / Scholz Garten with German beers, pretzels, and a huge screen. Doors at 10 a.m.

The ABGB

The ABGB is showing all the World Cup games, including USA vs. Germany, and will serve lunch early for the event.

Wright Bros. Brew & Brew

The Brew & Brew is offering lots of Hops & Grain specials during every USA game, plus they even sport patriotic decorations.

Black Sheep Lodge

Haymaker's sister bar will also open at 8 a.m. for the game, with the kitchen opening at 9 a.m. and way less caveats about getting there super early.

Tap 24

Tap 24 owner Cuatro Kowalski says: " Tap 24 (the old Cuatro's) will be opening up at 8:30 for the USA game tomorrow. Come blow off the rest of your week being patriotic! 1004 W 24th St"

Mister Tramps Sports Pub and Café

[Photo: Mark G/Yelp]

Gourmands Neighborhood Pub

Gourmands will open early at 10:30 today for the match, and they will be serving breakfast sandwiches.

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