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The Nodding Donkey

Sports Bar$$$$

Dallas

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The Nodding Donkey

8.0^/10

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Ranked #4 for sports bars in Dallas
"Donkey punch."(5 Tips)
"Really cool "open air" bar in east uptown!"(2 Tips)
"Try the egg and brisket tacos."(2 Tips)
"Can't go wrong with the brisket grilled cheese."(3 Tips)

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donkey punch
cool open air
good service
trivia
grilled cheese sandwiches
happy hour
outdoor seating
TVs
potato salad
bar
desserts
burritos
casual
eggs
brunch food
football
guacamole
jalapeños
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Carlitos ChávezNovember 18, 2017
Great atmosphere, service it's superb. Ask for the local drafts, Community Mosaic IPA it's exquisite. Don't forget to try the Cuban Burrito with some fries.
Ricky PottsOctober 3, 2012
You must order a Donkey Punch. It's fruity and delicious! House drink that "only hurts for a minute". Oh, and it includes moonshine!
Liz GalanMarch 15, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Great sports bar! My personal fav...food is delicious and service is usually quick! Usually packed so you may have to wait for a table or just sit at the bar...worth the wait.
Brian PApril 27, 2015
Nice and open, in a great location in the State-Thomas area. Good TV's and a fun environment. Can be hot in the summer because of the layout.
Patrick McDonaghApril 24, 2016
Great place to catch a game. Beware, they're associated with kU, so stay away during college basketball season unless you want to deal with a bunch of beakers being obnoxious.
Kevin CMarch 31, 2013
Really cool "open air" bar in east uptown! Lots of tv's. Great Friendly Service! Also make one of the best potato salads in the entire world
Ryan StephensAugust 25, 2013
Awesome bar with great service. Not as pretentious as most of Uptown. Summer beer is delicious and refreshing.
CW WhyteOctober 19, 2019
Nice Atmosphere! Chicken Strips were AWESOME! Great Patio if you’re into that kind of thing
Alison SteeleJune 16, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Great spot to watch a game. Try the jalapeño appetizer things- delish!
ThrillistOctober 15, 2010
This open-air sports bar's got 18 monster flat screens that blast games to every nook. Bonus: All hooch comes with a chilled custom-handled canning jar. Read more
Gabe RobinsonDecember 16, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Get the tacos! Great patio sports bar to watch football games on Sunday
N8 SNovember 11, 2010
Cool open air environment, good service at the bar, dive feel with all the up-town frill the "snooties" love, too.
AndrewJanuary 30, 2013
It's a good sports bar. Don't let anyone fool you that the food is good also.
Nam LuuJuly 31, 2013
These tipsters aren't lying, the grilled cheese with brisket was awesome!
ᴡ LamSeptember 7, 2014
MANmosas are so good!
Teresa DeanJuly 4, 2011
The Smokey Guacamole is amazing. The Pulled Pork sandwich is really good too!!
Matt SchmertzJuly 21, 2012
Can't go wrong with the brisket grilled cheese.
Kati SchmoyerNovember 27, 2011
Been here 50+ times
The bartenders Eddie and Leigh Ann are great and will take care of you!
Monte BakerJune 14, 2016
Brisket tacos are awsome
Summer BarnettDecember 21, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Try the deep PB&J....heaven!!!!! Make sure you get it for dessert because it's sweet!!
Elizabeth HuffApril 13, 2012
Great bar with excellent atmosphere and service!
corinna leonFebruary 11, 2011
Great local bar. I just moved here and it felt like home.
Chris LeeJanuary 22, 2012
Been here 100+ times
Come for the beer and sports, stay for the magic tricks!
Christy LeggittAugust 7, 2012
Try the Texas Baja Salad! I loved it.
TulipJune 5, 2011
Ask for the bartender Jeremiah. He will take care of you. Tell him Tulip sent you.
Paras KharaNovember 24, 2013
No vegetarian options here! Be prepared for a liquid diet :)
blaine d.December 16, 2012
Been here 50+ times
#28, silver bowl spicy style
dele deleJune 22, 2011
It took me three trips to realize that this place was not called "The Naughty Donkey". I think that speaks to the quality of the drinks. The joint gets a stamp of approval.
Seth WintererOctober 6, 2012
Try the egg and brisket tacos.
Micah LauderdaleJune 2, 2013
Been here 10+ times
$4.95 lunch specials M-F
ILiveInDallas.comMay 6, 2012
Get donkey punched on the Donkey Punch drink.
Adam JohnsonMay 25, 2015
Grilled cheeses!
KailaJune 8, 2014
Cheap drinks!
DFW SEC FansSeptember 5, 2012
Kentucky Wildcats' watch party location!
Kati SchmoyerDecember 11, 2011
Been here 50+ times
Finally learned what a nodding donkey is. Oops.
Chad AJanuary 29, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Donkey punch. Do it.
RichNovember 7, 2010
Been here 10+ times
the single use bathrooms are nice.
Susan SimpsonNovember 2, 2010
Great new sports bar!
notmadeintaiwanFebruary 28, 2011
Count how many guys made deals that day at the office.
Ashley McCraryFebruary 2, 2011
Drink Miller Lite!!
BassJune 22, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Ginger bitches all night
Alex FreconApril 28, 2012
Alex Frecon is a dick.
derek lindbergOctober 31, 2010
Try a donkey punch

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