The Cock Formerly: The Hole

(397 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 dark room in the basement. The venue is known for its backroom scene, while the main room hosts themed parties, go-go dancers, and DJs, all under a discreet neon rooster sign. 

 



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Reviews

TheRealDG89
TheRealDG89
Over a year ago

Open mind req'd

My friend and I visited and at first we were a little unsure, after s few drinks we relaxed and really enjoyed ourselves. It's pretty wild! Not for the feint hearted ð


sierra659
sierra659
Over a year ago

fun but good luck knowing when to go

Fun bar, when people are there, website sucks, as a visitor, you have no idea about hours of operation, the events flash by so fast you can't read them. Other then that it was fun, it irritates me when business are in the business of entertainment and have a shitty web site.


hot4hairy4
hot4hairy4
Over a year ago

A hot place

It's the only club I've found in NYC that has something like European darkrooms.


rodiney66
rodiney66
Over a year ago

Insomniac Dream?

Great place for those having trouble sleeping.


timmielee
timmielee
Over a year ago

birthday bash

I'm here now for my bday! It's dark, crowded, smelly, and I love it! The dancers are hot and now we need more sexy men in here. Lets go...yolo!!!!!!


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