MJ's Tavern

Good ol' neighborhood bar

3.9 (137 · Yelp ) ·$$ ·Est. 2012 ·

About

Bar: Full barBest nights: Fri, Sat, Sun

A cornerstone of Norfolk's LGBTQ community since 2012, MJ's Tavern is a casual pub open to everyone with reasonably priced drinks and food. The owner emphasizes making people happy, reflected in friendly staff and regular events like Sunday Tea Dance, Monday karaoke, Tuesday free pool, Wednesday trivia, and Thursday steak night. Ratings are average, but reviews note a welcoming, mixed crowd and cheap drinks.

Features

Practical

Outdoor SeatingHappy HourDog FriendlyBike ParkingReservationsDeliveryCateringTake-OutCredit Cards AcceptedHas TVFree WiFiFull BarLunchDinnerLate NightParking LotCasualTrendyGood for GroupsTable ServiceLoud / Lively

Best nights: Fri, Sat, Sun

3.9

What people say

Rated from 137 reviews. 48 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp

From the community

My first visit was great; the staff was welcoming, the atmosphere was cool, and they were accepting of the queer community. Fun crowd too.

A visitor · Over a year ago

“AWFULLLL!!!!”

I could go to a straight bar and get treated poorly. The rude, overweight bearded bartender at the front is awful. Take your money elsewhere.

A guest · Over a year ago

This bar welcomed a diverse mix of people from the community, which was nice to see. Drinks were affordable and well-made by very friendly staff. I look forward to returning when I'm back in town.

A recent visitor · Over a year ago

“Friendly attractive crowd and staff. Wonderful place to have enjoyed”

This was the second day of the local Pride celebration, which moved indoors due to bad weather. Good food, excellent drinks, plenty of space, great music, games, and a very friendly, attractive, and fun crowd. Thanks to the Pride committee, the venue, and all sponsors for an amazing block party at the arena. It rivaled Pride events in much larger cities and some European ones. Bravo to the local Pride organization and to MJ's, its staff, and the queer community for a memorable Saturday. I'm now a loyal customer.

A local visitor · Over a year ago

“Memorial Day Weekend”

Nice bar with friendly regulars and great food. It was packed on Sunday for dollar drinks. The crowd was diverse, but it's worth visiting. I came back for dinner three nights in a row.

A visitor · Over a year ago

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