Dolphin Launches Pawn Shop Sports Bar Ahead of World Cup

New LA venue blends sports culture with luxury dining and viewing experiences.

Apr. 7, 2026 at 4:55pm

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A cubist, geometric painting in bright colors representing the interior of a modern sports bar, with overlapping planes and shapes suggesting the energy and excitement of a World Cup viewing party.Dolphin's new Pawn Shop sports bar in Los Angeles aims to blend community-driven sports culture with elevated dining and luxury viewing experiences ahead of the 2026 World Cup.Los Angeles Today

Dolphin, a publicly traded company, has announced that two of its subsidiaries, The Door and Shore Fire Media, are partnering to open a new sports-focused venue called Pawn Shop in Los Angeles. The 30,000-square-foot space is set to open in June 2026, just ahead of the World Cup, and will offer a blend of community-driven sports culture, elevated dining, and luxury viewing experiences.

Why it matters

The launch of Pawn Shop represents Dolphin's strategy to diversify its entertainment offerings beyond its core media business. By tapping into the growing popularity of sports-themed dining and entertainment, Dolphin aims to capitalize on the excitement surrounding major sporting events like the World Cup.

The details

Pawn Shop will feature a range of amenities, including multiple bars, high-end food and beverage options, and premium seating areas with views of large screens for optimal viewing of live sports. The 30,000-square-foot space is located in Los Angeles, a key market for sports and entertainment.

  • Pawn Shop is set to open in June 2026, ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

The players

Dolphin

A publicly traded company that owns The Door and Shore Fire Media, the two subsidiaries partnering to launch Pawn Shop.

The Door

A Dolphin subsidiary that will be involved in the development and operations of Pawn Shop.

Shore Fire Media

A Dolphin subsidiary that will be involved in the development and operations of Pawn Shop.

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What’s next

Pawn Shop is scheduled to open in June 2026, just ahead of the 2026 World Cup, which will provide a major boost in foot traffic and interest for the new sports-focused venue.

The takeaway

Dolphin's launch of Pawn Shop demonstrates the company's strategy to diversify its entertainment offerings and capitalize on the growing popularity of sports-themed dining and entertainment experiences, particularly around major sporting events.