Women’s sports bar coming to STL soon

[Uncle John]

ST. LOUIS – A new sports bar—dedicated to supporting women’s sports—will be opening its doors in St. Louis soon.

The Sports Bra, which is expanding its locations across the country, initially opened in Portland, Oregon, in 2022.

Its founder and CEO, Jenny Nguyen, says the bar’s mission is to foster more visibility for women’s sports.

“Each new location will carry the same heart and mission as our original one in Portland—uplifting women-owned businesses, serving delicious food and creating a welcoming space for everyone who wants to belong to a community and be part of the movement,” Nguyen said in a blog post.

Although watching and supporting women’s sports is the primary focus, the bar has a unique food and drink catalog.

At the Sports Bra, locals can enjoy signature cocktails, beers and cider that were crafted by Freeland Spirits, a women-owned distillery.

The bar’s food options also cater to those who are vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free or dairy-free.

The Sports Bra will also expand to cities like Boston, Indianapolis (home to Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever) and Las Vegas.

With women’s sports rising in popularity, St. Louisans will now have an opportunity to tune into the WNBA and support the growth of the game.

[Pink Freud]

For all those who still dearly miss the groundbreaking Mor or Les on S. Grand, which had its own 9/11 disaster...46 years ago: https://tinyurl.com/2hbsmcv4

I wonder where they'll locate (CWE?). I dearly hope they survive and thrive in St. Louis, but they'll soon discover this ain't Portland, babe.

[Cajanek-Spielmacher]

Genesis I or was it II, in the early 80's was about the only place to listen to New Wave in Saint Louis. The only drawback was having to pay a $2 cover for being a man after following some girls who just walked in. The first lesbian club I ever encountered as a twentysomething. Still remember Flock of Seagulls, Duran Duran, Bow Wow Wow, Vapours, Police, Soft Cell, and other late 70's and early 80's artists.

[edwin drood]

I don't see this concept as a gay bar, although friendly to the LGBTQ crowd, but instead trying to appeal to the tremendous interest in women's sports. I think it all started , at least in the US, with the 1991 US Women's National Soccer team and their World Cup quest. Mia Hamm, Michelle Akers continuing with Brandi Chastain ripping off her jersey, goalie Hope Solo, Alex Morgan. The current team, in rebuilding phase, is still ranked #1 in the world. NCAA women's volleyball is setting attendance records every year. In 2023 U of Nebraska sold 92,003 tickets for an exhibition volleyball match. A 3rd women's pro volleyball league just started. The UNL women's team sells out their deason in about 30 minutes every year. Caitlin Clark is selling out arena throughout the WNBA. Of course women gymnastics and skating stars have been idols for decades.

[-ocaj]

I can't wait to try the wings!

[Clark Kimble]

Will they throw me out for ordering my burger pink in the middle?

[DJ Davis]

Will they throw me out for ordering my burger pink in the middle?

Yes, or roast beef

[Arvid Smeal]

Will they throw me out for ordering my burger pink in the middle?

Please tell us about your multiple divorces. Wait, scratch that. There is nothing more depressing than boomer divorce.

[George Zipp]

I don't see this concept as a gay bar, although friendly to the LGBTQ crowd, but instead trying to appeal to the tremendous interest in women's sports. I think it all started , at least in the US, with the 1991 US Women's National Soccer team and their World Cup quest. Mia Hamm, Michelle Akers continuing with Brandi Chastain ripping off her jersey, goalie Hope Solo, Alex Morgan. The current team, in rebuilding phase, is still ranked #1 in the world. NCAA women's volleyball is setting attendance records every year. In 2023 U of Nebraska sold 92,003 tickets for an exhibition volleyball match. A 3rd women's pro volleyball league just started. The UNL women's team sells out their deason in about 30 minutes every year. Caitlin Clark is selling out arena throughout the WNBA. Of course women gymnastics and skating stars have been idols for decades.

I don't disagree with a thing you posted. And I'll still put an over/under on this place shuttering at 9 months. And I'm betting the under. It's one thing to enjoy the novelty of the Nebraska women's volleyball game at the football stadium, it's another to go to a bar and watch that game.

[edwin drood]

I don't see this concept as a gay bar, although friendly to the LGBTQ crowd, but instead trying to appeal to the tremendous interest in women's sports. I think it all started , at least in the US, with the 1991 US Women's National Soccer team and their World Cup quest. Mia Hamm, Michelle Akers continuing with Brandi Chastain ripping off her jersey, goalie Hope Solo, Alex Morgan. The current team, in rebuilding phase, is still ranked #1 in the world. NCAA women's volleyball is setting attendance records every year. In 2023 U of Nebraska sold 92,003 tickets for an exhibition volleyball match. A 3rd women's pro volleyball league just started. The UNL women's team sells out their deason in about 30 minutes every year. Caitlin Clark is selling out arena throughout the WNBA. Of course women gymnastics and skating stars have been idols for decades.

I don't disagree with a thing you posted. And I'll still put an over/under on this place shuttering at 9 months. And I'm betting the under. It's one thing to enjoy the novelty of the Nebraska women's volleyball game at the football stadium, it's another to go to a bar and watch that game.

Only time will tell, but I know from experience that when volleyball is on the road at Penn St., Wisconsin, UCLA or USC, local bars are crowded and loud. I also think there will be record TV audiences for women's soccer at next year's LA Olympics and 2027 World Cup from Brazil. Of course, the biggest factor will be how it's managed. Good food, good prices and good atmosphere will go a long way towards success. But I think the market is there.

[George Zipp]

I don't see this concept as a gay bar, although friendly to the LGBTQ crowd, but instead trying to appeal to the tremendous interest in women's sports. I think it all started , at least in the US, with the 1991 US Women's National Soccer team and their World Cup quest. Mia Hamm, Michelle Akers continuing with Brandi Chastain ripping off her jersey, goalie Hope Solo, Alex Morgan. The current team, in rebuilding phase, is still ranked #1 in the world. NCAA women's volleyball is setting attendance records every year. In 2023 U of Nebraska sold 92,003 tickets for an exhibition volleyball match. A 3rd women's pro volleyball league just started. The UNL women's team sells out their deason in about 30 minutes every year. Caitlin Clark is selling out arena throughout the WNBA. Of course women gymnastics and skating stars have been idols for decades.

I don't disagree with a thing you posted. And I'll still put an over/under on this place shuttering at 9 months. And I'm betting the under. It's one thing to enjoy the novelty of the Nebraska women's volleyball game at the football stadium, it's another to go to a bar and watch that game.

Only time will tell, but I know from experience that when volleyball is on the road at Penn St., Wisconsin, UCLA or USC, local bars are crowded and loud. I also think there will be record TV audiences for women's soccer at next year's LA Olympics and 2027 World Cup from Brazil. Of course, the biggest factor will be how it's managed. Good food, good prices and good atmosphere will go a long way towards success. But I think the market is there.

I think from my years posting here (Ted Striker) I feel like you live in the NE area. I have been to a volleyball game there. It was a super cool experience. The hype is real. That team is the Dallas Cowboys of NE sports. And I get that bars there are packed when games are on. I'm just not sure that translates to STL.

In addition to what you said the location is going to matter. I couldn't tell from the OP (maybe I missed it) where this place is going to be. Is this going in West County or South City. That might impact things as much as food, prices, etc.

I'm a world class cynic and I just don't think this thing will make it. I hope I'm wrong.

[Bighorn66]

I don't see this concept as a gay bar, although friendly to the LGBTQ crowd, but instead trying to appeal to the tremendous interest in women's sports. I think it all started , at least in the US, with the 1991 US Women's National Soccer team and their World Cup quest. Mia Hamm, Michelle Akers continuing with Brandi Chastain ripping off her jersey, goalie Hope Solo, Alex Morgan. The current team, in rebuilding phase, is still ranked #1 in the world. NCAA women's volleyball is setting attendance records every year. In 2023 U of Nebraska sold 92,003 tickets for an exhibition volleyball match. A 3rd women's pro volleyball league just started. The UNL women's team sells out their deason in about 30 minutes every year. Caitlin Clark is selling out arena throughout the WNBA. Of course women gymnastics and skating stars have been idols for decades.

I don't disagree with a thing you posted. And I'll still put an over/under on this place shuttering at 9 months. And I'm betting the under. It's one thing to enjoy the novelty of the Nebraska women's volleyball game at the football stadium, it's another to go to a bar and watch that game.

Only time will tell, but I know from experience that when volleyball is on the road at Penn St., Wisconsin, UCLA or USC, local bars are crowded and loud. I also think there will be record TV audiences for women's soccer at next year's LA Olympics and 2027 World Cup from Brazil. Of course, the biggest factor will be how it's managed. Good food, good prices and good atmosphere will go a long way towards success. But I think the market is there.

Don’t forget about parking and portion sizes.

[LwtnTigerZ]

Will they throw me out for ordering my burger pink in the middle?

Want some pink in the middle?

General rule: If a burger (or budget steak) is a half-inch or thick or less, ordering medium will get you a bit of pink in the middle.

If either is an inch thick or more, order it medium well. This will give you some pink in the middle; but order a thickie medium or medium rare, and you're flirting with raw strip in the middle.