everything is great and amazing friendly service and drinks are great the shows are wonderful you can't go a day without them I'm telling you come out asap because you won't be disappointed at all read more

Went here last year and the bar tender and a customer were cracking jokes and talking about us because we were straight. Super rude and we would never come back here. read more

I'm not sure why so many people claim out-of-towners are not welcome... My friends and I went last night and we felt very accepted here, and right at home. The drag show was absolutely fabulous, and the bartenders were great. The drinks were mixed very well. The DJ was great, and was playing awesome music. We even made some great new friends and danced until closing time. Very much looking forward to visiting again the next time we're in the area! read more

I was told that there were only 2 gay bars in Charleston and Dudley's was one of them. Whaaaa? Only TWO gay bars? Since we were meeting up with a couple that lives in Charleston, they suggested Dudley's because one of them is friends with the drag queen emcee and that the show is on Thursday nights. HELL YES WE ARE IN! The details on this joint are a bit sketchy for me as I had technically been drinking for much of the afternoon/evening before arriving. The place was PACKED OUT awaiting the show. Beers were cold and didn't seem to be expensive, but you almost need to order 2 at a time just to not have to hit up the bar in the crowd of people. Bathrooms are unisex but the boys told me...um...just go to the one on the left. So that's the one I used. The crowd was friendly, they are welcoming to all people, so I had a fun time. The drag show was festive - super campy and she includes the crowd quite a bit. They had various drag queen characters come up and even a lesbian doing a little comedy. It was totally a good time. If you've never been to see a drag show, give this one a try on Thursday nights. Or just come in here to hang out on any night regardless of if you are gay or straight - everyone is welcome to have a good time at Dudley's. read more

Dudley's is such a great, fun gay bar! They welcome everyone, gay, straight, other - plus $12 pitchers of Margaritas or Sex on the Beach for Happy Hour 4-8 every night! Their shot of choice is a Fireball, so yum, and they have the BEST drag queen emcee for their drag shows - Miss Patty O'Furniture. She's camp, sassy, and not afraid to dish out some mocking (and free shots). She does a show every Thursday night and will bring in special guests. The last one I went to, she gave away half her tips to various charities - and that really sums up the feel of the bar: a place to have fun and be who you are, but also mindful and active within the community. Socially conscious debauchery. They frequently host parties with drink specials, contests, and free food - like they did for the Oscars; and they also play host to the only gay sports team in the state - the Blockade Rugby Club. It's good people, a good time, and reasonably priced, especially for upper King. I haven't eaten their food beyond the free trays at parties, but they call Basil Thai (their neighbor) their sister restaurant, so I'm guessing the food is pretty tasty as well. read more

It's a gay bar. I could stop there, but I'll continue. It's a very small space that can get surprisingly filled. Happy hour is always fun. It seems like on the weekends everyone starts here then heads next door. If you stop in late, it's pretty empty. Trivia and Karaoke can be a lot of fun. read more

This was the first gay bar I visited when I arrived in Charleston. I went for both happy hour and the busy Thursday evening. The bar is small and very hometown feeling. Everyone in the bar seems to know each other. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming except the blue glasses bartender, who seemed to have no interest in helping me. For a gay bar, a lot of the staff is also straight. The drinks are very strong and good, the staff is also very fast. I was pulled on stage during their weekly drag show on Thursdays, which was very funny and had talented performers. Patti O"Furniture is a great asset to the bar. She is very entertaining. I look forward to spending many nights at the bar while living in Charleston. read more

David and I stopped in for a drink on Wednesday before dinner. I'd been searching for a gay bar as Charleston doesn't seem to be a gay friendly city. Sorry, I'm from Chicago, and being openly gay is OK. In 4 days in Charleston I saw exactly 1 gay pride flag - on a church - and ONE gay friendly bumper sticker. Very few other indications that there was a gay person within 50 miles, and my gaydar is pretty good! I wanted to be in a place where I could count on the Southern hospitality including me and David. Dudley's - what a lovely place to stop for a drink or two. The place is very nice inside. There were only a very few patrons, but all friendly, and like the bar tender, lovely to chat with. We stopped by later that evening after dinner and the place was filled. Karaoke night! Again, nice folks, and friendly bar tenders slinging drinks quickly. The prices very reasonable. An island of friendly folks in a cool sea of Southern "hospitality" outside. BTW: Dudley's was recommended by a waiter - my gaydar remained silent - at a restaurant on Sullivan's Island where were had dinner one evening. read more

Really the only gay club. Line sucked because it was a 1 out 1 in situation. Cover was cheap. Blonde bartender was awesome. Air conditioner broke and we had to alert them that the teletubbie looking thing was "full". They fixed it but was sooo hot. The DJ on Friday was so friendly and sweet. The DJ on Saturday was a douche. The best part about this club is the other customers. ALSO- STRONG Jell-O shots. read more

Our first Charleston Gay Bar. Totally cute, really friendly vibe and bar tender. It's a local bar, kinda dive-y just the way I like them. Really clean and it's open until 2am. I honestly cannot wait to go back again. Very relaxing atmosphere in Charleston! read more

Typically if I'm at Dudleys, it's for the Patti O Furniture show on Thursday nights at 11:00. I love the high energy that she and her guest(s) for the night almost always provide, full of comedy and audience engagement. The show is always followed by dance music so that everyone can dance together and have a good time. Back behind the bar is a little lounge area with a pool table and a couch. They shown Ru Paul's drag race every Monday at 9:30, but the night I went,despite having it on the big screen in the main room, they only had the audio for it in the back lounge with the small tv. Their drinks are definitely on the pricier side, but that's pretty typical for downtown Charleston. Overall, I'd definitely say to come out and have a good time with the lgbt community at Dudleys on Anne! read more

Dudley's On Ann - Gay Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

After multiple attempts to get a nightcap, I was directed by a female on the telephone to "go to Park Circle"!

I was so disappointed in this place! It was my best friends birthday, so eight of us decided to go there. Although only the guys were gay, I felt the females got treated differently. After dropping over $400 (on drinks & tipping the drag show contenders) I requested they do something a little special for her birthday and we would throw them some extra cash. He said he would talk to her, then proceeded to ignore me. I waited for a little while longer, then we all left. It was a bad call on his part. read more

Just had my first experience at Dudley's, and it happened to be karaoke night. They have a good selections of songs with two different binders... One of most popular karaoke songs and the other with a more in depth list. I honestly can't remember what I even got to drink there, because I was pretty tipsy... I think gin and tonics... but our bartender was sweet and gladly refilled us on our side soda waters and limes! Lol not a huge crowd this past Wednesday but we had a blast. I can imagine this place can feel packed pretty quickly on a weekend night, since it's a smaller and more intimate space. But I had so much fun dancing and singing with folks in didn't know. They even had Christmas songs on the list. This really feels like a place I can really cut loose and be myself, and dance and sing with friends. I really can't wait to go back! read more

Is there a better more accepting spot in Charleston? I think not. Great location. Great bouncers. Bartenders kill it. The drink prices are the most reasonable downtown. And you can dance like a wild person and not be judged. Obviously why this place is my favorite. read more

Went to Dudley's for a friends 30th birthday tonight and had my hand resting on the bar top. My friend looked at me and said move your hand. I turned around to find a cockroach crawling across the bar top! If that wasn't bad enough the bartender wasn't even surprised. Money can't buy you class Dudley's! read more

Quirky, funky, friendly, fun, and their Moscow Mules are cheap and good! I was visiting a friend living in the area and we stopped in. I had a blast and will be back next time I'm in the area! read more

So much fun! This place is very small but we had a great time. Drag show was on point! Started on time and the queens were gorg!!

We visited this place on our first night in Charleston and loved it! We stayed for just a drink, but that was long enough to enjoy the fun and nice crowd, plus some pretty great karaoke stars! The bartender was also very nice and helped me decide on a drink to mix with a shot of fireball. My partner got a Moscow mule and it was incredibly good. I'd definitely go back! read more

This place was popping! The drag show gives you life honey! Probably one of the best shows I've seen before. Also, the bartenders are super friendly. Every time I came to the bar they knew me. I will recommend this place to anyone who wants to have a good time. Thanks for a great evening! read more

Just a good place to dance, watch drag shows, play pool, great service from the bartenders. A great place to meet new people from all over. Love Dudleys any day of the week. read more

Fun and quaint. The drag show was your typical amateur drag show topped with a headliner. The bartender was very attentive to our drinking needs. The security was a little on settling . But I guess this is the world we live in. read more

I am a transgender male to female. Tonight I attended this bar if you can even call it that at this point because genuinely I felt like it was a prison. I came in and use my assigned bathroom. While I was inside bathroom someone came in. I genuinely do not want to mention who this person was because it was so traumatizing but they looks like offbrand pink. At the time I was genuinely startled and abruptly turned around. They told me that I am mediately had to exit the bathroom. I was just shocked and upset because I was not being respected as to who I was. I am non-binary and kind of androgynous but, I do have big boobs which they decided to mention that I should not be in a male bathroom because of that. But having a penis that I do I felt more comfortable in the male bathroom at the time. This offbrand pink told me that I needed to leave I cried for several hours after this feeling The same hopeless feeling that my mother gave me growing up. I just want to warn anyone coming here that this is something that happens and miss ma'am with the blonde short cut is really genuinely a horrible person. Considering the fact that this is the only gay bar in Charleston I was truly distraught thinking that I would find my place here. I was surely let down, but, I have nothing against the establishment itself except for the short blond haired woman or man I will not condone generalizing. However., This really was a setback in my life and I will pursue be pursuing legal action. I just hope that everyone can find their place somewhere in life. I do think though, that Dudleys might not just be it. read more

As we walked in we overheard some young people say how old are they and where are they from not very inviting as we walked in. Had a good time once we were there but did not set a very good stage before we got in read more

This was my first time visiting this bar the drinks were really good I had a bourbon and ginger then one of their signature cocktails I had the ginger crab! It was delicious. I thought this was one of the house cocktails which were on special during happy hour but I was charged $7 for it. Although it smelt like a restroom a little bit I'll definitely be returning! read more

is this place close because i been downtown and went by there it's wasn't open just asking ok. it's a very god place to dance and watch the drag show and meet differant people. read more

Very Very cute little bar in Charleston. They have really great bartenders and the patio is very quaint. The shows that they have a so much fun. People here are very friendly and the drinks are strong and well priced. I was in town for the weekend and this was a perfect little place to unwind after a long day of exploring. If I lived in Charleston, I could see myself hanging out here all the time. read more

Checked this place out as a reprieve from the mandatory time with family for the holidays. I went on a Wednesday night and it was relatively busy, with a pretty wide range of ages. There is karaoke on Wednesday nights and most of the patrons looked friendly. As a New Yorker, I always weep uncontrollably when I find a bar that charges less than $7 a drink, so my vodka cranberry for $4.25 was half tears. There's a pool table in the adjoining room, but I don't really get off on butch pasttimes. read more

Though Dudley's is a gay themed bar it is very inviting and open to all. I went with two friends for Karaoke night and we had a blast. We sang several songs, badly I must say but we had fun on stage. The crowd was a good mix of people, couples and groups and so relaxing. This is a really nice place to spend an evening whether you are gay, lesbian, bi or straight. read more

Very friendly staff put everyone at ease. This is a very small bar. I don't think they offer food. I only saw a drink men. Was inexpensive considering location. Clientele were also friendly read more

Amazing vibe. The most energized, friendly, and hot (in the good way) spots I've been to in Charleston, hands down.

There's this one bartender who is very rude and also sometimes I think he is a bouncer. He just has the worst attitude and it's like if you don't want to be here that's not my problem but don't bring good vibes down cause your upset with your sad life. So 1 star. read more

I've been to Dudley's twice this summer and they have lost my business. The Queens are amazing performers, but the manager is disrespectful, openly questions guests when they leave, the DJ is mediocre, and the manager publicly shamed me and my date (over microphone) for not tipping her performance (the third of the evening) when we had already given $10 in tips for the first two performances. We left with more bills in our pockets and won't be back. read more

Fair mix of people here and not a snotty joint that looks down on you based on sexual orientation. Every time I've gone people were really friendly and nice. My favorite bartender no longer works there but I also adore Tom! The music also varies and is usually pretty good. I've seen one drag show there and it was stellar. read more

We had the worst experience with the management here. He came to use accusing us of things we simply did not do and was cussing us out. The most unprofessional encounter I've ever had. I'm in true disbelief and will NEVER be back. read more

Great hangout until midnight when the show starts at Pantheon. Very friendly and cool hangout. Great prices. Yes, get your drink ON! Tables out front for smokers. read more

Great bar in the cebrer of Charleston. Been coming here for years. Great to come back when visiting after moving away.

Brought in my birthday here! The drag show is too fun! A must see! Every Thursday night!

Great little LGBT bar! Chris is a fantastic bartender! The vibe and atmosphere are super chill and welcoming!!

Great little place! I don't know if i would agree with the "dive bar" designation. My friends and i thought this place was really cute, two straight girls and one gay guy, and we all felt totally welcome there. People are super nice, drinks aren't too expensive, and the karaoke on wednesday nights is spectacular! Great crowd, highly recommend for anyone. Especially if you love karaoke! read more