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    Donnell's Bar

    3.3 (56 reviews)
    Open • 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    DONNELL'S BAR ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Live music
    Karaoke
    Moderate noise

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    Jason V.

    Good thing my wife and I are vaccinated, because this place is not exactly spacious! Things were a bit crowded when we arrived, and shortly thereafter we were told they had hit internal capacity; I was surprised they were paying attention at all, for as busy as it was! A little grungy overall, but that's part of the charm. Drinks are cheap and strong, and all of the bartenders and staff were almost absurdly friendly and sociable! There's a nice covered patio out back, and karaoke is a thing, at least on the weekend nights. It definitely attracts a...wilder crowd, though. Expect to see some people enjoying their coke in the back, while you're sipping your Whiskey and Coke our front, if ya knowwhatimean?

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    Deshae G.

    Ordered for delivery, spent $50 and somehow missing A WHOLE PIZZA. I have tried to call and nothing EVER goes through. First time customer, NEVER AGAIN! My cheese sticks look old

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    Ed C.

    My favorite dive in Vancouver with plenty of first rate pub grub and cocktails and colorful characters who are more likely than not to break into karaoke at any given moms. A fun place to day drink or do some serious damage. The owner works for the Railroad but don't hold that against him. Have fun!

    Nachos, chips and "taco dip," mac and cheese bites. While there were delivery charges (around 5 bucks) this is what I got for30 bucks.
    Cassie K.

    10 chips, 40z salsa, "nachos" and Mac and cheese bites. Delivery charge, service fee and tip. 30 bucks . You tell me.... worth it?

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    Amazing place! Great people. Fun music. Karaoke was awesome set up. Very Fair and organized.

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    11 months ago

    WE love a good karaoke bar!!! This place is small but special! People are friendly, and the drinks are strong!

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    Favorite bar to hit when I'm in the middle to go out. Everyone is super friendly and the energy is great. Bartenders are amazing

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    Amazing people and a fun time! There's no dancing right now because of Covid so that is a bummer but not their fault!

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    donnell's is a great vibe everytime I go. the staff is great and the karaoke is so fun.

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    Love the bartender and the pudding jello shots are frickin delicious!!!! Great happy hour prices!

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    Bartender Shawn cuts you off when she starts her shift, based on whether or not she knows you.

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