Dudley's Sport and Ale

I have been playing trivia here every week since they opened in 2019. The prizes before the pandemic were $50 per person for first place, $35 per person for second place, and $20 per person for third place for up to 7 people per ranking. After the pandemic, the prizes were $25 per person for first place, $15 per person for second place, $10 per person for third place, and $10 per person for fourth place for up to 7 people per ranking. Ever since the business was sold and they have new management, the place has gone downhill. It is like they don’t know how to be a restaurant nor want to be servers. To begin with, the menu has changed numerous times. The food quality is ok to poor depending on who you ask and the prices have been ridiculously increased. They used to have a host seat you and they don’t anymore. The servers barely check in on you. Once they take your order, they disappear the rest of the night. They would make more money (and tips) by going around a few times asking if we wanted more food and drinks. It is unacceptable to not refill water either. Under the new management everything has changed. The old manager (who was awesome) and many servers quit because they didn’t like how the new management treated them. The prizes for trivia also went down to $100 per team for first place, $50 per team for second place, $25 per team for third place, and $25 per team for fourth place. It is obvious they are having money issues and are doing anything they can to reduce costs. If they knew how to run a restaurant and treat customers properly, they may not have these issues. The staff has been reduced, which has resulted in poor service. They changed their soda from Coke to Pepsi. The cable package has also changed so you can’t watch every sports game that you wanted to previously. The lights have always been on when we played trivia. When we went on January 7, which was right after the huge snowstorm, they literally had no heat and turned off the lights. We need the lights on for trivia as we are reading and writing. I asked the manager to turn the lights on and he refused. He claims they have always been off and that is a lie. I’ve been playing there for over five years and the lights have always been on. I don’t appreciate him arguing with and gaslighting us. On January 14 there was no heat but the lights were on. On January 21, there was no heat and the manager turned the lights off again. Every team asked him to turn them on, but the manager claimed it was hard. How hard is it to flip the light switch on? Instead, Dudley’s management was extremely rude and unprofessional in how they handled the situation. They were being jerks and arguing with us. It was already bad enough that there was no heat on, which is illegal and an OSHA violation, the least they could do was turn the lights on to make the customers happy. It is not like this is a romantic restaurant where you want the lights dimmed. This is far from that. They eventually turned the lights on but then said they would no longer have trivia. They claim that their karaoke company will now host trivia there instead of Pour House Trivia (who is amazing). No one is going to go to their new trivia night. Additionally, how hard is it to find an HVAC company to fix the heat for over three weeks? We figured they were just being cheap and trying to save costs by turning the heat and lights off, which is not acceptable. They are also blocking a fire exit which is illegal and are doing so because they claim it will keep the heat in. Unfortunately, under their new management Dudley’s has gone downhill. It is evident they are financially struggling and cutting costs in every way. The way they treat their staff and speak to and treat their customers is appalling. Additionally, I’ve seen mice run across the floor. If you’re looking for a sports bar or place to eat in Shirlington, I recommend going elsewhere. I wouldn’t be surprised if they go out of business this year and deservedly so.

Our bartender Madison was great! Very funny and attentive! Their music choice was very classic rock so grab a beer and enjoy the tunes!

I’m sure during football season or at night this is a more lively place to visit. Service was slow, food was ok at best and not the best atmosphere. We ordered a beer and it was in a can (not Draft) and waiter said it’s your lucky day because this was the last one they had. Waiter was friendly and courteous.

I went to Dudley’s to watch a semifinal game, and even though the place was packed, I had an amazing experience. Abi, one of the staff members, went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. Despite how busy it was, he managed to get to us on time and checked in regularly to see if we needed anything. His friendly attitude and excellent service made the night even better. I’m very happy with my experience and will definitely be back! Highly recommend Dudley’s for great service and a fun atmosphere.

I want to share a little bit about Nancy, the bartender. In the midst, of all of the craziness going on at Dudley’s, she was the ONLY bartender actively listening to customers and trying to maintain great customer service. If anyone comes here, please look for Nancy. She is by far, one of the best bartenders and service members I’ve ever experienced at any restaurant. Thank you again for an amazing night! - Seth

We really enjoyed discovering this place. It’s vary spacious, it has 2 floors: First one even includes a private room for special reservations; the second one is the rooftop, which was perfect for this summer weather. •Food was so great! We tried: Cheese pizza White pizza Steak and cheese egg rolls •Favorite drink was the Dudley’s Margaritas, it was so refreshing 🍋 •There’s parking available in front of the place •I didn’t see an elevator so I can’t confirm this is an accesible spot * (will ask next time) • The music selection was fire 🔥 they had a bit for everyone in the house In summary, we really enjoyed our visit - SPECIALLY due to our amazing server. Shout out to Isaac for his great recommendations, fast and amicable service! This was the must special aspect of our visit. We’ll be definitely coming back soon!

I recently visited this local sports bar with group of our friends. I was thoroughly impressed with the experience. The atmosphere was lively, the staff was friendly and attentive, and the food and drinks were top-notch.The bar had plenty of screens playing various sports games, making it a perfect spot for sports enthusiasts to catch up on their favorite teams. The sound system was also excellent, creating an immersive viewing experience.I particularly enjoyed the wide selection of beers on tap and the delicious bar food options. The wings were a definite standout, perfectly crispy and flavorful.Overall, I had a fantastic time at the local sports bar and will definitely be returning soon. I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a fun and exciting spot to watch sports games with friends and family

I went here over the weekend and was so disappointed with the restaurant. It was my first time going since the ownership changed. We seated ourselves because there were no employees present in the dining area and after about 10 minutes someone brought us a couple menus (not enough for everyone at the table). The server came and took our drink order and quickly brought back our mimosas. However, this was the last time we saw him for 45 minutes. We sat in the booths in front of the big tv screen and while sitting there, we saw a mouse run across the dining area. We finally got the server to come back and we checked out. The menu has been significantly condensed and most of our favorite items are gone or have been changed. We did not want to eat there after seeing the mouse. I am so disappointed in the changes made and the lack of care the staff has for the establishment/customers. This used to be our favorite restaurant in Shirlington but we will not be going back.

So. Mostly out of sympathy and hope that Dudley's will survive, I am leaving a four star review. We recently went and after sitting at the bar and being immediately greeted and provided with a card to fill out a survey regarding the service (yet to be provided), we were then ignored for about 10-15 minutes. We also debated whether this qualified as being ironic, but Alanis has confused this meaning forever more. Normally we would have left, but Dudley's has clearly lost business to (in my opinion) inferior Astro and like I said, we want them to survive. We finally order drinks and what we ask for (which is listed on the menu) isn't available - fine, that'll happen. We order Sierra Nevada, but the Sierra they have isn't the one on the menu, but no one tells us this. Even though this isn't the beer we wanted and neither of us really like it, we drink the pitcher bc we have been raised not to complain (for better or worse). When our original order was taken, we were asked if we'd be ordering food and we said "Yes" while placing an appetizer order. So in the time it took to drink our pitcher of beer we found it difficult to get anyone's attention and by the time someone checked in on us we had given up and just asked for our check. Also, not for nothing, but our softball team used to come here after games, but service took forever and the team voted to go to Astro even though their beer selection is shit (although they did offer us a free pitcher of said shitty beer). I really hope Dudley's turns things around, bc Shirlington needs more opions, but theymake it harder to keep going back. Also (last note), I run super hot but dear lord turn your heat up. It's cold as shit inside during the winter

This is a solid place to grab some food, drinks, and watch the game. There are several TV's here. My interaction with the bartender was great. He was attentive. We ordered smash burgers and wings. I thought both were flavorful and good. It is pretty spacious, there is ample seating. I would return.

Dudleys has been slowly circling the bowl long before they were sold to new owners, but I'm done with them. The service has always sucked; there's high turnover, and if anyone gives good service, they don't stay around long. Shrinkflation has become bad, with them cutting the number of wings in an order from eight to six and still charging $15 for them. They are not worth $2.50 a wing. Used to be their beer prices were high but decent for happy hour, but they raised those prices too. The pizza used to be good and I heard they got their dough from a local Italian store, but now it tastes like cardboard. Nail in the coffin was I went for happy hour today and despite having signs everywhere saying small pizzas are $10, they charged me $12. I get it if you have to change your prices, but change your signage if you do.

Well, this has never happened. If I could give a 0, I would. We came to Dudley's quite a few times for games and trivia. It was never a fancy joint, but for a sports bar, it was fine. The vibes were fun; managers, bartenders and staff were friendly; and food was decent. II's like a complete 180. We recently came for a playoff game. Apparently, there was a management change. Service was terrible, no one seems to care, food is sub par (yet more expensive), and the managers and staff that stood out have all quit. We won't be back. Avoid.

New management only made this place worse. I'm not even sure how they are still open. Don't dare during happy hour. You will wait 20-30 mins for a simple drink. They set their staff up for failure. Having one person working the entire restaurant isn't a good look. Food is subpar, even for bar food. We ordered a pitcher of beer, which we got after 20 mins but no glasses. After another 15 mins of being ignored, I just walked behind the bar and grabbed my party a bunch of classes so we could actually drink the beer. Don't waste your time or money at this place. It's clear the management doesn't care at all about this place or its employees

This place is ok. My husband and I moved to Shirlington 3 years ago and used to come to Dudley's every week. They got new management a while ago and everything changed. I don't think the food is as good and the prices went up (they were already high). The last time we came for lunch the heat wasn't working and we had to leave because it was way too cold. One positive is the service, the waiters are almost always great!

Really good buffalo wings that we got from the Tailgate menu -- $11 for a pound of wings is a great deal. The waiter was awesome and even slid us an extra cup of ranch for free. Also the rooftop is a great spot on a nice day!

I went to Dudley's on a Saturday afternoon to watch the EuroCup final. We wanted a spot to watch the game on the big screen and enjoy some solid bites and brews, and they delivered. Because this was a big gameday, the bottom floor was packed (about 30 minutes before the game's start) so we immediately headed upstairs to the roof area. The rooftop was really nice; had alot of bar top seating, a long bar with 15-20 stools, a big screen (or maybe projector) tv. Fortunately, the rooftop is also 'mostly' covered with large cloth awnings to provide some shade from the sun. They also had large fans blowing air out into the space - definitely needed on a 90+ degree day. Unfortunately, those who didn't snag a shaded seat didn't last long on the roof. The drinks were well made and moderately priced - $8 for most beers, seltzers, and rail drinks then $12+ for the cocktails. I stuck to rail rum for the day and my friends had mostly seltzers; can't go wrong here. The food was solid - we got the chips and salsa and some wings to snack on during the game. The salsa was delicious, but they only gave us one small ramekin of it for the entire bowl of chips. The sweet and spicy wings were the perfect balance of sweetness with a kick - I'd definitely get these again. The atmosphere is casual and was just the right amount of rowdy for a soccer game. Nothing stood out as a unique or amazing trait, but definitely a spot I would be more than willing to come back to.

Dudley's is a sports bar in Village at Shirlington. Inside, there are lots of tables and spots at the bar to watch the games. The upstairs is an awesome rooftop that has a bar, restrooms, and lots of seating. I've been to Dudley's for brunch and dinner. They have a great mimosa deal if interested. I do recommend their pizza or wing options, both were flavorful and large portions for the price. The service was standard bar service but the employees were attentive and it helped create a great, chill experience.

This is a decent sports bar with one serious failure. I came today to watch the NFL playoffs and didn't have a problem getting a seat, despite arriving after the game started. The service was good, and I have no complaints about the food (house salad, cheesesteak egg rolls, and their version of a bloomin' onion). They have a ton of TVs showing the game, so it's easy to watch wherever you sit. My complaint is with the sound. When you go to a bar to watch a game, especially when it's the only one on, you expect to be able to hear the game sound. They had the sound on, and I assume couldn't turn it up any more, but I was never able to hear it clearly. No matter where I moved around in the place, and even when the loud people quieted down, I couldn't clearly hear the game audio. I don't know if they have bad acoustics (possible given how common that is in restaurants and bars, and the exposed-rafters-and-ventilation style) or a weak sound system. Whatever the problem, it really hurts them as a sports bar.

Great place to watch a game, BUT DON'T get in Madison's service area because she is CRAZEE RUDE!!!

Definitely recommend this place for Happy Hour! They have great specials on food every weeknight. I love their rooftop, it's perfect on a spring day (and they have coverings!) I also do enjoy that they ah e QR ordering which you can even use for ordering refills of your drinks. Service is fast and friendly. Their regular menu can be expensive for what you're getting, but still a great place just to hang out!

Dudley's is a great sports bar. It's laid-back with friendly service, which I appreciate. Food is great pub grub. I've had the chicken sandwich, mozzarella sticks, and a jumbo pretzel for food. Everything was good, but I particularly loved my chicken sandwich and fries. For drinks, I stick to the crushes, which are always delicious. Service has always been great, even during busy times, which is nice. I'm glad to have Dudley's nearby.

Dudley's is a great place to go and catch any sporting event game, match, etc... they've got the energy to match! Service was great considering how busy they are. Drinks are nothing special, but good and they have your typical bar food. Of course game days are loud and fun, which is to be expected. Definitely one of my top choices to catch a game when I'm in the area.

I haven't tried the food since I made it to this bar after the kitchen closed (12:45pm-ish). So it'll stay 0/5 until I get to try that. Bringing it down to 4 stars. Service was quick and clear, even in a noisy place. I sat at the bar, which was clean and nice. The people taking our order and helping us out seemed happy to be there, even in a busy and tiring day. They did have rude customers and one asshole complain about the dumbest if things, but to each their own, however the service staff handle it well. The ambiance was fun and exciting. The layout was nice and spacious. I felt comfortable walking around and getting by people.

My girls and I actually enjoyed this place. We came here after brunch on Sunday drinks. We sat on the rooftop for a brief bit. We had Jell-O shots which were $2 and that was cool. We also got a $15 bottle of champagne with juice for mimosas. Got cold so we moved inside. We went to the downstairs bar and I ordered a few espresso martini's, my girls got a few margaritas. Drinks were great. We sat at the bar in the back and it's football Sunday so very lit crowd. We stayed at the bar for hours and had great conversation. I'm upset I can't remember our bartenders name he was so cool and could make great drinks. He was a white guy from Philly so ask for him when you go to the back bar. Will be back very soon.

A beautiful spring day calls for rooftop bar! Dudleys has a pretty nice rooftop with lots of seating. I originally came for the cocktails and unfortunately they were subpar. Way too sweet and not too strong. I'll stick to beer the next time I'm here. I also got food. The 8 piece wings were very tasty! Not cheap tho ($16). I highly recommend the sriracha honey flavor. But what's with the skimpy baby wing I got? It looks half eaten... give me a dollar back for that one Tots were great. Huge basket and super crispy. The cheese it came with was also yummy.

We love Dudley's, the wings are good and it's a great place to catch a game. If you are lucky enough to have David as your bartender, you'll get great service and be hard pressed not to have a good time.

The wings aren't as good as they were during last football season. Not sure what's going on.

I came here for a friend's birthday party. The group was able to reserve tables on the second floor rooftop. The rooftop was partially covered. Our waitress was awesome and did a great job quickly and attentively serving all guests. I tried the Kentucky Orange Crush. Usually it is made with Sprite, but I asked for sparkling water instead. It was strong, but still quite sweet. On a Saturday night, they played dancey hits including lots of reggaeton.

This was my first time visiting Dudley's Sports and Ale. I was looking for a place to watch a footfall game for a non local team. On their website they mention that they are the largest sports bar in northern Virginia. There are plenty of screens throughout the area to watch a game. I asked the bartender to put on a certain game and she was happy to put the game on for me. I went on a Thursday night and the place was pretty empty. It was pretty hot outside so I opted to sit inside. The outdoor rooftop area seemed like the area where patrons were going even though of the temps outside. The bartenders were friendly and kept on top of service for the few people who were dining indoors. I ordered a Creamsicle crush and the jumbo pretzel. The drink was great I think it could have used a tad more alcohol it tasted like it was just orange juice and sprite. The jumbo pretzel lived up to its name! There was a great amount of salt and the pretzel was light and fluffy on the inside. The pretzel was served with honey mustard and beer cheese sauce. The beer cheese sauce was not my favorite. Everything was off about it. There was absolutely no flavor. Dudley's also serves brunch on the weekend from 10-4. The brunch menu looks like it is worth checking out.

All food is phenomenal, specials are awesome!! Went for march madness and everyone (8) got the burgers!!! Thoroughly enjoyed all food, wings sre great, beer selection has many local breweries, service is great, TV's/requests for games is unmatched!!! Dudley's also has a rooftop for when weather is nice

Solid sports bar with fun trivia on Tuesday nights. My shrimp tacos were pretty legit, especially for Northern VA. I'm picky since I'm from Florida originally and yes they property de-veined their shrimp here. Trivia was fun but lasts a bit longer than some other places due to how it's run. This place has a large menu with something for everyone and an extra star for being a Seminole bar. Splitting checks is also really easy here, they'll do it for you at the table and you pay right then. No awkward math or writing stuff down on a napkin. Solid choice for dinner, trivia or sports watching if you're in Shirlington.

If you're looking for quick and good service with a smile, Nancy and Mauricio are where it's at! They are the best and sweetest and you should definitely come say hi!

Great sports bar with a ton of TVs and ample space. Went on a Sunday for lunch and ordered the Arlington hot chicken and salmon blt. If you can't handle spice, don't get the hot chicken. Huge, juicy, CRISPY piece of chicken with spice that hits you on the backend but you can't stop eating it. Fries were a little soggy but still hot. The salmon blt was a healthy slab of fish drizzled with a mayo based sauce that was delish. I would come here just for the tots. Definitely recommend over the fries. Fresh out the fryer and one of the crispier tots I've had.

I really liked Dudley's and the food and specials were good but they decided to not honor gift cards bought prior to their sale which is kind of a dick move.

Ordered 16 boneless and 16 bone-in wings for $25 each. Bone-in wings had a long hair in them. Boneless wings look and taste out of a freezer and just had "dry rub" poured on one side of them. Carrots still have skin on them. These were beyond disappointing, especially for a place that has wings in their "featured" ordering section.

Honestly the only reason I would come here is for the sports variety. The food here is not good at all and hopefully you don't have any vegetarian friends in your group cause their veggie options are way below average, and that's being nice. Service is typically slow when it comes to beverages or even just getting a server to check in on your table. Also not sure what kind of ketchup is being used here. It's a super weird texture - much thicker than your standard ketchup.

Came for the rooftop and was not disappointed! The crushes are so good, the jumbo pretzel was plentiful and yummy (the cheese sauce and honey mustard were great), the shrimp app was solid but could chillax on the breading. Service was super kind and attentive as well. Would recommend for a quick app and drinks!

Lively two level sports bar in the shirlington area. Something quite needed in the area. Drinks and food prices were reasonable. We had the quesadillas, nachos, and buffalo chicken wrap. Service was made easier using the Toast App for ordering and payment. One doesn't have to arm tackle a server.

I always enjoy coming heee for half price wings on Monday. The Arlington hot are comparable to a Nashville hot type sauce, but not really . Today we also ordered the lemon pepper and I now remember that I'm not a fan because there's not really any pepper to it. Order buffalo sauce on the side for dipping and enjoy! Great for games because of the large tvs and atmosphere. They also have a rooftop with limited shade

I don't like to mature bad reviews, however I was very disappointed. Let's start with the positive. The bartender was great. Thomas was Very personable and made great drinks. The establishment is very large. There are tvs everywhere and you easily can watch a game no matter where you sit. The bad....the wings were flavorless and dry. I ordered the jerk and old bay wings and they were hard and over cooked. I couldn't finish them. I was heartbroken because who doesn't want wings at a bar. If I decide to go back, it won't be for the wings, unfortunately.

I can appreciate the service. The bartender was very attentive & consistently checked in, and I know this is not a food place, but the chicken fingers were so salty; I have no idea if they were prepackaged, but the way my high blood pressure increased ‍. I don't even want to start on the tater tots. They taste just like the oil they fried them in. Watching the game and grabbing a beer, perf, and the mixed drinks looked good, too, but I didn't try. But I'd stick with the alcohol & sports. No food.

Don't come here to watch a game. We came to watch the Commanders/Ravens game and the game wasn't on a single tv in the building until about 10 minutes in. During the game the audio also changed to something from National Geographic or something and it took multiple people complaining multiple times to get it changed back. The poor guy serving the roof deck is working hard but they are grossly under prepared for a football Sunday.

Great sports bar in Shirlington! There are tons of TV's inside and on the sunny rooftop. The bone in and boneless wings here are incredible. You can't go wrong with any flavor or rub on the menu. They have amazing 50 cent wing deal on Mondays! Great neighborhood spot.

I purchased a gift card for a friend in Dec . I checked and I told him but he did not pickup and as he became ill. I went back to store four times to retrieve my funds $40. I've emailed the manager Kyle and these scoundrels refuse to return my funds. I don't want a gift card from a business establishment like this. Patrons beware! Well kudos to Dudky who sent the a generous gift card. Thank you Kyle at Dudley I

Dudley's Sport and Ale is sports bar in Shirlington that opens late (until 2AM), serves food until 11:30pm, has countless TVs to watch sports on, rooftop, and some arcade games (e.g., hockey table, foosball, claw machine, retro video games). Both Mike and John provided excellent late night service. They were knowledgeable about drinks and had a good sense of humor. David enjoyed one of their sours - Beltway Brewing's Abstract Vision: Strawberry Rhubarb, which was sweet, fruity, and tart. I enjoyed a Creamsicle Crush. It was light, sweet, fruity, refreshing, and crushable. On my future visit, maybe I'll try their actual food, other sour Calvert Brewing Blueberry Lemonade and Jameson with pickleback!

"Honestly, the service was terrible. Long wait times, staff seemed uninterested, and overall, it felt like they didn't care about the customer experience. Really disappointed and wouldn't recommend."

We found hair deeply embedded in the chicken wings! The bartenders were working hard, but the hair grossed us out. We won't eat here again.

I stopped in at Dudley's for a a drink during a local street festival. The beers were cold and the food was your standard sports pub fare, but the atmosphere was a bit cold and uninviting. I have never been a fan of industrial chic, which is always full of cold metal and open spacing, so Dudley's probably isn't my jam. Also, the service was a bit sketchy, but this could have been due to the fact that the festival had packed most bars on the street. However, one spot of goodness was Dudley's mudslide, a drink that was a frosty diversion. It is unfortunate that there weren't more bright spots like this one, but I'm told that they have rooftop seating, so perhaps that is the real Dudley experience.

Update... the bartender was the rudest thing in there and also there was a mouse running around the restaurant. Zero stars if I could. Also the food is still NOT GOOD.

Came here to enjoy some food and drinks while watching football. Our server was great and friendly so nothing bad to say about her. However, I noticed a mouse roaming around the restaurant and it even came under our booth. I obviously freaked out and lost my appetite knowing that a mouse was a telling sign that the kitchen is probably unsanitary. The women's bathroom was a mess as well. Our waitress did say she's report the mouse to her manager so hopefully they actually do something about it..

The staff here are so nice and welcoming. They truly make you feel at home. There are some decent food items (nachos, quesadillas, steak rolls) and lots of seating/viewing areas. But the true stars are the bar staff, Nancy and Jonathan to name a few. It's a great place to watch a game.

Excellent service. Tried the chili which included tortilla chips, cheese & sour cream. It was great an enough for 2 meals. Also tried the steak & cheese egg rolls. Lov

Went in yesterday to watch the Michigan vs CSU game, not many customers there until after 12. Most customers were outside for the brunch menu and due to it being a nice day. Food is delicious and I would recommend that but service was poor. There was plenty enough servers just walking around, I guess getting ready for the next games. I will give them another shot due to the food and many tv's, to watch sports. Recommend having alcohol specials for college game day and not just $5 bottles of champagne.

They have preset watch list. They can't change the TVs to a game even if there is no one here. Definitely lost the local sports bar feel under new management!

Great place to watch sports. There are a lot of TVs and the vibes are great for an NFL Sunday. The food is good and gets the job. The chicken tenders were nice and crispy and the jalapeño burger was delicious. Our waiter, Mike, was very knowledgeable about the menu and made sure we had a great time.

Dudley's is a neighborhood favorite for the Shirlington area and any spot with a friendly atmosphere and tasty wings has got my vote. When nice out, we ate on the rooftop which is probably the best spot in the restaurant. Sometimes they even have live music, which is an added bonus. Seating appears to be self-seating because when we walked in, nobody greeted us, so we just walked upstairs and sat ourselves. Service was good. Our server was attentive and we didn't have to wait long to get our drinks after we sat down. Our waiter did get our order wrong, but he quickly fixed the mistake and put in a second order of wings to correct the issue. I'd definitely come here again or take my friends here to grab some wing and watch some sports.

Great sport bar , food and drinks are amazing They have a variety draf and can beers, serves was great and attended