What a huge waste! I returned to DC for my first visit in about a decade and remembered this place from way back. Seeking out the new location, I was disappointed in what I found. Rude staff, aggressive and pompous security, and dancers who were mostly straight and ugly. Worse, the dancers are totally standoffish now and you cannot touch. I won't even mention the outrageous prices. Lastly, the place is full of female patrons. I won't ever waste my time or money going there again.
I will give this place a 2 star. Really, it is a 5 star establishment. However, be warned. There are thieves happily waiting to pick your pocket as you dance and have a drink or two. Now, I know it isn't Ziegfeld's fault that this happens there. I acted in my best interests and canceled all the plastic as soon as humanly possible. With all that said, it's still a place where you have to keep constant vigilance. Who wants to do that. There are many safe and fun places to go that do not harbor thieves. Go there. Don't go here. If you do, keep your valuables close, always.
The security staff, specifically Rusty (fat old white guy doing the most), and the other older guy (fat old white guy with the cane & hat) definitely profile people (especially blacks). They harass me often. For instance, if you're just sitting by yourself, and watching the dancers, and doing nothing else, they will stalk, harass, and hover around you all night. You will not feel welcomed. They try to provoke you.
Bunch of old guys with nothing better to do. That's their purpose in life, to harass customers at a gay club. Must be a sad, lonely life. Low self-esteem I bet. That bottomless pit inside you will never be filled.
BTW, *they do this for attention.* Because, there is no way in the world I would have taken time to post this negative review had they not acted out. Bunch of stereotypical bitc** racist unattractive old white queens.
So now that you've got my attention (you basically begged for it), here's what's going to happen. Maybe I should *contact the D.C attorney general and file an official complaint?* They might get that business license revoked. I hope it was worth it Rusty and the gang I know Secrets was shut down for a week a few years back over some investigation. They lost their liquor license. I am not someone they should mess with. Bet you wish you left me alone, huh?
And, the most insulting part is that I paid to get in here.
Silly low lives, get a life
And btw, when they use the word "creepy," it's code for black.
I had a good time and the dancers were nice, but some of the staff were rather brash.
Just a fun casual atmosphere as long as you aren't creepy. I feel like the negative reviews are from creepy people.
Definitely a must see.
Drag show plus the secrets upstairs who are only wearing socks and shoes and nothing else. 😆🌈. Oh and great drinks.
They need change music constanly always the same its boring, never put latin music friday night its suck
You can dress casually The main floor is where they have the drag show which is amazing and upstairs is definitely where the secrets are! It is an awesome experience!
You can not get the- experience at Ziegfelds anywhere else. Its in a deserted part of town but oh well. This is a must see
While the atmosphere can be pleasant at times, the over all running of the place is atrocious. The prices of drinks at marked up over â„…500, they haven't invested in technology for credit card use, and a number of the bartenders can have atrocious attitudes. Numerous building problems, terrible parking situation, and the manager John is an absolutely unreasonable character. He really shouldn't be in a position to manage, let alone do anything unless under close supervision.
Over all, this place is should be a last desperate attempt at a good time.
As an Australian visiting this place for the first time, with low expectations, we were blown away upon entering the second level. This is a MUST visit when in DC. Enjoy! 😘
Went with some friends just to see what it was about. Really had a good time lots of dancers to suit every taste. Had fun and looking to going back again! The drink specials are awesome and the cover is only $10. I would recommend of you want to just go out and have some drinks and a little entertainment.