All Visitor Reviews for Gym (10 reviews)

I really enjoy this place, the bartenders are all awesome, and, even though I am not the most avid watcher of sports, I really enjoy the overall atmosphere and the new bar (Locker Room) downstairs is totally hot!

I understand that the phrase "to each his own" exists. However, this place isn't my own. Speaking of "Gym," I think I saw my middle school gym teacher's doppleganger making out on the couch at this bar. Did I mention he was pushing 40, was frequently unshaven, and dressed like an overweight Met's fan circa 1982? Anyway, if that's your thing, I'm sure this place would suffice.

My friends and i went to this bar , we watch the super bowl, and we keep going back. It gets realy crowded to which i am now happy that added another floor of advancer.

A nice, attractive bar with mostly men of mixed ages, generally younger. Friendly bartenders. Very packed on weekends and not a bad crowd on weeknights as well. Been here a few times and I have to say that the younger guys here can sometimes be a little snooty. Mature men should probably go with a buddy.

I'm no bar expert, but I felt genuinely comfortable at this place. Crowded near the bar, of course, but plenty of room to spread out towards the pool table in the back. Crowd (almost all guys the night I went) seemed friendly and was good-looking. And there was definitely a big mix in age groups. I'm 23, but didn't feel out of place. No cover charge, which is always a plus.

I have to say, the first few times I went to the Gym I was not impressed. They have definitely improved the music and lighting. The crowd has definitely improved, also. A good time can be had at the Gym. I still find the "Smoker's Corral" out front funny..

Gym is a relaxed, convivial cruise and conversation -- mostly conversation -- bar that caters to gay men of mixed ages with the median age around thirty plus. However, the over forty and fifty crowd will not feel too out of place, and neither will twenty somethings. I agree that the atmosphere is "butcher" than say, The Monster, but not quite as macho as The Eagle. There is always a smattering of "femmes" and happily no one puts them down. While the gay community includes a great many sports fans and athletes, you do not really have to love sports to go to Gym [but it does not hurt if you like sports fans and athletes]. However, if sports are not your bag, you should probably stay out of the place during Monday Night Football or other major sports nights as it will probably be a drag. I found drink prices to be relatively cheap and the cocktails strong, even during the two for one cocktail hours. I think this one will be around for awhile. Friendly bartenders, too.

I stop at this place when I need to meet up with friends before bar hopping. There's a nice crowd (mostly thirty-something) that's a little more manly then other chelsea hangouts. I'm not much into sports, but the sports bar feel makes it different than the rest.

Not sure why the carping about GYM. As a sports fan, I love watching the Yankees or the Jets among kindred spirits. Convivial atmosphere, gracious bartenders, cold beer. I've been to GYM three times in the past six weeks, and have enjoyed myself immensely each time. Regret not having had a camera to snag some of the spirit of the place. Next time will bring a camera and, with permission, try and get some pix. If you're a sports fan, please check it out for yourself.

I've got to give credit to the owners of Gym for opening a new bar in the heart of Chelsea while others have faded and for taking a chance on a sports theme in a less-than-butch market. So far, it seems to be working. As expected, the crowd is somewhat more masculine than most Chelsea bars...but is certainly no Eagle. The front patio offers a chance to mingle with passer-by's on 8th Ave.