Nellie's Sports Bar

📍 Gay bars in Washington

8.5

Nellie's Sports Bar in Washington offers a lively and entertaining experience with a highlight being their renowned drag brunch. Expect a delightful blend of great music and engaging performances from talented queens and kings. The performers not only entertain but also serve brunch, ensuring a fun and interactive dining experience.

The staff is notably friendly and attentive, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere. The food is praised for its variety and quality, catering to diverse tastes. Despite occasional hiccups, the overall experience at Nellie's is marked by its engaging shows, delicious food, and a staff that goes above and beyond to ensure a memorable visit.

Features and services of Nellie's Sports Bar

From the business

  • Identifies as LGBTQ+ owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Delivery
  • Takeaway
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Karaoke
  • Live performances
  • Quiz night
  • Rooftop seating
  • Sport

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Dancing
  • Food
  • Food at bar
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Happy-hour food
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Gender-neutral toilets
  • Toilet
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Paid parking lot

Nellie's Sports Bar is in position 1 out of 10 in gay bars in Washington

Customer Reviews

★★★★★
★★★★★

Nellie's Sports Bar has a rating of 4.4 out of 5 based on over 1494 reviews on Google

John T

Great music, staff, and drag brunch! We came on a Saturday night and had so much fun, we just had to return the next day to check out their drag brunch…and we are so happy we did! The queens not only served face, body, and looks - they were servers at the brunch! They were SO fun and did a phenomenal job taking care of everyone, keeping the drinks coming, the food line moving, and keeping us laughing. The food was delicious! When I read about it the night before, I thought it sounded good, but you never know…I know now - YUM! There was great variety, so I think there’s something for everyone. At the show, the queens (and a prince) gave great, fun, and engaging performances. They had the crowd rolling with laughter at some parts. We had an awesome time, and will definitely come back next time we’re in DC. We highly recommend. Oh, and when we went on a tour of the US Capitol, we told one of the staff we went to Nellie’s for drag brunch, and they said they love Nellie’s and the drag shows - YASSSSSSS!

John T ☆ 5/5
LeVondra Faye Attidore

My first time here and I can truly say that it was an experience! Let me start with the service - excellent!!!! The performers - I fell in deep like I just met my future best friends!!!! Now the topping on the cake the food!!! Can I just say AMAZING!!! It was so good I wish I could have gotten a tray to bring some home!!! Parking is an issue so I got a ride there and ubered home due to limited street parking. But let me tell you I will be back for my birthday!!!!

LeVondra Faye Attidore ☆ 5/5
Danielle Streiff

After attending Godfrey’s Drag Brunch in Richmond, I expected a fun, lively experience—but this was a huge disappointment. Two drinks upstairs cost over $50—while downstairs drinks were far cheaper ($10–$15). The buffet didn’t start until an hour after we arrived, and our server only acknowledged us with the occasional "you good?" And then they’d walk away before we could say boo. The "show" had maybe two actual drag performances; most of the time performers just walked around. There was even a man performing as a man who did nothing but solicit tips, which was outrageous. What was supposed to be a two-hour brunch dragged on for three. Overpriced, poorly run, and underwhelming.

Danielle Streiff ☆ 1/5
Adora Sparkman

My second time being here and the experience was disappointing. I was on the top floor and order wings and my food was wrong the bartender was so drunk and combative. They wouldnt fixed my food so I asked for a refund . He goes and gets the owner acting a fool as if I did something wrong . Then they accuse me of stealing a bottle of Milagros. First of all I don’t drink that cheap shit . Never have never will & definitely not stealing out a gay bar and risk my life ! Got to do better .

Adora Sparkman ☆ 1/5
Danielle (DeeDee)

Had a great time with family. Great music and food feel safe . London was awesome and few others I met great meeting you all the love energy conversation and DRINKs

Danielle (DeeDee) ☆ 5/5
Chelcee Springs

Omg we had blast at Nellie’s. London at the door is so welcoming and the bartender Tyla with the best personality. Whenever I’m in dc I’ll be here. Thanks Xavier.

Chelcee Springs ☆ 5/5
Dee Ess

Great brunch buffet! Love the staff family and the queens. Everyone is super friendly!

Dee Ess ☆ 5/5
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Information about Nellie's Sports Bar

Address

Nellie's Sports Bar is located at 900 U St NW, Washington, DC 20001, United States

Phone

The phone number of Nellie's Sports Bar is +1 202-332-6355

Website

The website of Nellie's Sports Bar is: nelliessportsbar.com

Business Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 17:00–01:00
Wednesday: 17:00–00:00
Thursday: 17:00–02:00
Friday: 17:00–03:00
Saturday: 11:00–03:00
Sunday: 11:00–02:00

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