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    Mj's Tavern

    3.9 (137 reviews)
    ModerateGay Bars, American
    Closed 9:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Juke Box

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    Tuna bites
    Michelle M.

    The food was good. We had an order of fish and chips, popcorn shrimp and tuna bites. Fish and chips was a big portion size. Our server was nice. We were visiting from out of town and prices were reasonable. There is an outdoor patio to eat along with indoor seating. There is a pool table inside and great music was playing. We went around 7pm and there was plenty of parking.

    A dollar off if you bring a church bulletin. Interesting.
    Kwame S.

    Pretty nice LGBTQ+ local bar. Mj's seems like a cool place where locals hang out to get their night going. The vibe of the bar is pretty welcoming, and probably is a nice place to meet new people if you are new to the area. While folks seem to already know each other, I did feel too much of a cliquey vibe. Overall, our service was pretty good because Courtney, our waitress, constantly checked in on us. This was great because I was in great need of multiple gin-based cocktails. Looking forward to visiting again.

    Crab cake Benedict with fruit substitution and one of the several beverages on tap.
    Teruko G.

    Tried the take out on steak Thursday. The steak was cooked as ordered, "medium rare on the rare side" well seasoned and tender. The included baked potato was also prepared well. Jamie is always friendly and professional. Other encounters with other staff have been amicable. It's a tavern. It is all inclusive. The food is good with reasonably prices. Dogs are allowed and fawned upon. The music is not overwhelming but I have never been there during the evening.

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    Charles W. M.

    Great Food , competitive prices, excellent wait staff ! Restaurant is GAY OWNED HOWEVER, ALL ARE WELCOME !

    Michaela S.

    MJ's is THE place to be if you're part of the LGBTQ community. They have all kinds of events that support the community, and it's kind of a home away from home for many of us. They have a rotating series of events happening nightly -- karaoke nights, drag bingo, trivia nights, etc. -- so there's a little of something for everyone. There's a main dining area that includes the bar and pool tables, a covered patio that is great if the weather is nice, and a back-back of the house room that is where a lot of the really fun stuff happens. :) As others have mentioned - lots of parking, which is nice for a Granby Street location. Drinks aren't super pricey, and there's a whole menu of pub/bar food. As far as my food experiences go, I'd put them at a solid 3. It's bar food - so you get what you get. Maybe I'm ordering the wrong things, but I haven't been super impressed on that front. Overall, this is a great place to grab a drink with a few friends and hang out in a very chill atmosphere.

    Marley J.

    Enjoyed a night out at MJs during "Singo" night. Really loved the atmosphere, James (Best Bartender), our shrimp appetizer, and drinks. Cannot wait to visit again ‍

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    The Mac-n-cheese here is amazing it's so cheesy and nice,but if you don't support LGBTQ+ don't come here nobody would want you here!

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    Can't say enough!! The best of all things!! Servers on point, bartenders are the!!! Much love for this place!!

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    I've only been to this Park Lane Tavern twice. The first time with a party of three & it was okay…read more This last visit left me wanting. I came with a girlfriend after a workout for a healthy-ish dinner. We came around 9:30/10 & probably left right before closing because we were yapping. Food took a while to come out - we ordered calamari & goat cheese for appetizers and two salads that we ended up boxing up as the appetizers were filling although they didn't look very appetizing. The grilled chicken salad I got to go ended up giving my partner bubble guts even though it went straight in the fridge when I got home & the fruit vinaigrette tasted very artificial, even plastic. We were sat at a booth & felt a little rushed. The servers started sweeping the floors loudly but it was ten til closing so they probably wanted to get us & the last couple tables out. If I were ever to come back maybe it would be for lunch or a Wednesday Wellington night but although the decoration is fun, I feel much more welcomed at the smaller Kempsville VB location.

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