Gay Bars in New York City · Page 7

Live the high life

Sophistication and classic libations are the name of the game when you are Upstairs. The decor exudes high society...

Queens · 7122 Roosevelt Ave,

• 30+
• 40+
• cocktail lounge
• mixed gay/straight
• $$$
• quiet
• locals
• romantic
• upscale

Coffee by day, cocktails by night

This hip joint is half cafe and half gay club. Come for the caffination and welcoming staff, and stay for the...

Hell's Kitchen · 355 W 41st St, New York

• 20+
• 30+
• dancing
• cocktail lounge
• $$$
• casual
• nightclub
• locals

Energetic atmosphere and amazing events

Grab a spot on the balcony to catch every brilliant drag act that frequents the lively stage. With weekend happy...

Hell's Kitchen · 674 9th Ave, New York

• 20+
• 30+
• drag
• happy hour
• after work
• $$
• live entertainment
• casual
• nightclub
• locals
• lively

Your ticket to paradise

Experience a breezy tropical escape at The Highwater in Astoria, right on Broadway! This vibrant hotspot is your...

Queens · 34-20 Broadway,

• trans-friendly
• drag
• cocktail lounge
• $$$
• $$
• LGBTQ+ owned

Shanghai-inspired speakeasy

When you step into The Red Pavilion in Brooklyn you step into a Shanghai speakeasy drenched in crimson hues and an...

Brooklyn · 1241 Flushing Ave,

• trans-friendly
• drag
• $$$
• $$
• live entertainment
• LGBTQ+ owned
• BIPOC-owned

The Bush

A d*ke bar for everyone

Bushwick's newest lesbian bar offers delicious cocktails, events, and daily drink specials in a cozy, laid-back...

Nominated for Best of GayCities 2023 - New Kid on the Block

Brooklyn · 333 Troutman St,

• lesbian
• trans-friendly
• 20+
• 30+
• dancing
• happy hour
• mixed LGBTQ+
• cocktail lounge
• $$
• $
• live entertainment
• casual
• LGBTQ+ owned
• BIPOC-owned
• women-led
• nightclub
• lively

Award-winning queer lounge

Originating as a jazz bar, The Rosemont has since transitioned into an award-winning queer lounge. Residing in the...

Brooklyn · 63 Montrose Ave,

• trans-friendly
• 20+
• 30+
• 40+
• piano
• mixed LGBTQ+
• cocktail lounge
• $$
• live entertainment
• cabaret
• LGBTQ+ owned
• nightclub
• locals

Artsy dive bar

Hang out with your friends and lovers at this cute little tiki bar. You'll love its cheap tropical drinks,...

Brooklyn · 1211 Myrtle Ave,

• 20+
• 30+
• 40+
• dancing
• drag
• outdoor seating
• happy hour
• karaoke
• after work
• live entertainment
• bar food
• casual
• nightclub
• tiki
• lively

Industrial techno club

This stark warehouse space harkens back to the gritty, industrial aesthetic pioneered during the advent of...

Brooklyn · 52-19 Flushing Ave,

• 20+
• 30+
• dancing
• bears
• after hours
• live entertainment
• nightclub
• industrial
• techno
• daddies

Cocktails with a view

This queer-friendly, 30th-floor rooftop oasis offers stunning views of the Manhattan skyline, outdoor photos opps,...

Midtown · 200 W 39th St, New York

• trans-friendly
• 30+
• 40+
• 50+
• outdoor seating
• after work
• cocktail lounge
• mixed gay/straight
• $$$
• bar food
• travelers
• rooftop
• locals
• romantic
• upscale
• luxe