The Brief
- Some EaDo business owners say World Cup crowds have brought new customers through their doors.
- Others say road closures, parking challenges and access issues have made it difficult to benefit from Fan Fest traffic.
- Business owners remain hopeful larger matches later in the tournament will bring more customers into the neighborhood.
HOUSTON – FIFA Fan Festival may be bringing thousands of soccer fans to Houston’s East Downtown neighborhood, but not every business owner says they’re seeing the same benefit.
While Fan Fest was closed Monday because of weather concerns, soccer fans could still be seen walking around EaDo looking for places to eat, drink and cool off.
For business owners near the festival footprint, the first few days of the tournament have brought mixed results.…