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The Monster

 (1779 Ratings)

A West Village institution

Walk in at street level to the piano bar/lounge which retains its historic charm. Don't let the vintage decor...

Nominated for Best of GayCities 2023 - Clubbing King

West Village · 80 Grove St, New York


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The Cock

 (396 Ratings)

Long-standing hole-in-the-wall gay bar

The Cock is one of the few remaining cruising spaces in New York City. It offers a two-level interior with a...

East Village · 93 2nd Ave, New York


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Industry Bar

 (254 Ratings)

After-work delights

Industry Bar is one of the Hell's Kitchen go-to bars for queens. With stiff cocktails, incredible entertainment,...

Hell's Kitchen · 355 West 52nd Street, New York


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Club Cumming

 (260 Ratings)

Take a walk on the wild side

Alan Cumming set up shop in the former Eastern Bloc and created something dark, sexy, kinky and wild. Step in and...

East Village · 505 E 6th St, New York


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The Duplex

 (236 Ratings)

Historic piano bar and cabaret

Three floors of gay fun and sing-alongs. Since 1951 (current venue since 1989), The Duplex has captivated audiences...

West Village · 61 Christopher St, New York


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Marie's Crisis

 (100 Ratings)

Home of show tunes

Come here for a show or a casual performance down in the basement bar. This is the place to pick up that cute...

West Village · 59 Grove St, New York


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Rockbar NYC

 (102 Ratings)

Fun bear/leather crowd

Christopher Street's famous bar row caters to a mostly scruffy, masculine crowd. Rockbar is no exception, though...

West Village · 185 Christopher St, New York


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Don't Tell Mama

 (56 Ratings)

Cabaret multiplex

On Restaurant Row in the heart of the Theatre District and mere steps from Times Square, Don't Tell Mama is a...

Hell's Kitchen · 343 West 46th Street, New York


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HK Hall

 (41 Ratings)

Retro and refined concert venue

This wild music hall hosts some of the neighborhood's most exciting events. Offering a unique space for any...

Hell's Kitchen · 605 W 48th Street, New York


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Marquee New York

 (16 Ratings)

Stunning dance floor

Marquee New York has been a staple on the nightlife scene for some time. Head there for a concert, an event, go out...

Meatpacking · 289 10th Ave, New York


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