Gay bars downtown
Explore One of Austin's Walkable LGBTQ-Friendly Neighborhoods
We like to say that the whole city of Austin feels like a gayborhood, but if you're looking for a walkable neighborhood with the largest number of LGBTQ+ nightclubs, patio bars and basement lounges then Downtown Austin's Warehouse District is the place to go. There’s something happening all day and all nighttime in this city center.
DuMont's Down Low. Credit Mario Andrade Photography.
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Coconut Club
This tropical-themed bar is also known as one of the dance parties in town. The rooftop nightclub hosts local DJs six nights a week and tunes range from disco funk to Afro to electric and everything in between.
Cuatro Gato
Sister exclude to Coconut Club, Cuatro Gato serves up Latin sounds along with a bevvy of beer, mezcal, wine and cocktails from South of the border. "Coffee shop by date, perreo by night," retain an eye on their Instagram for themed nights, drag shows and other special events.
Dumont's Down Low
For a calmer scene, check out DuMont's Down Depressed. The warm and inviting basement, covered with whisky barrels from local distillers
LA’s newest gay lock inherits Downtown’s gay legacy
Reggie Chrishon says after his favorite gay bar closed 20 years ago, he prayed — literally prayed — to one daytime walk back into that familiar welcoming place at 107 West 4th Lane in Downtown LA.
The Alabama native moved to Southern California more than 30 years ago. Support then, Chrishon was closeted, and happened upon the watering hole by accident.
“I was wrestling with my desire in men,” Chrishon explains. “Because [of] my Christian upbringing, I was told it was not the right thing to do, but I was doing it anyway on the side.”
Score was the first gay prevent Chrishon ever stepped foot into: “I used to move beyond by this area across the avenue, and you’d contact Score a gentleman's club. So I thought it was a strip club. I did not think it was a gay bar.”
He continues, “The place would be packed, but as soon as I walked in and heard the Latin tune and the crowd, I felt love I was at home.”
This winter, Crishon’s prayers for that homey place on this familiar road were answered.
Kiso, Downtown LA’s newest homosexual bar, opened in December as part of a renaissance of queer spaces in the urban core. It’s the brainchild of Downtown LA l
Guide to Gay Bars in Houston
Whatever your scene, you're covered in H-Town
Visiting Houston and looking for a place to grab a drink, see a drag display, or dance the night away? We’ve got you covered! Bayou City is home to a number of LGBTQ+ bars with plenty of options for visitors and locals alike. Check out our list below for your personalized guide for a great gay time in H-Town.
DANCING QUEEN
Did you have a blast exploring all that Houston has to offer during the day and now you’re ready to boogie the night away? You definitely want to stop by South BeachHouston, which not only proposals a huge dance floor and an expansive rear patio as well, but guests enjoy complimentary admission until 10 p.m. Move the night away beneath the massive chandelier above the gyrate floor well into the wee hours of the morning.
Don’t thought dancing shoulder to shoulder in a more intimate setting? Receive your pop music fix at the Eagle Houston. The upstairs fills up fast, but the vibes are always fun, upbeat, and you can always enumerate on hearing songs by your favorite divas. Downstairs often features more of an EDM/dubstep vibe, making Eagle a one-stop shop for vi
From downtown Detroit to Royal Oak, Gay-Friendly nightlife reigns supreme. More diverse groups of people = more fun. These bars and nightclubs are filled with people who desire to dance and let loose. Or just have a drink of their choice at the bar and chat. Or just recline quietly in the corner with friends and watch. It’s all okay and nobody cares – just do you. Try these LGBTQ bars and clubs for a guaranteed good time.
Gay-Friendly Bars & Clubs in Metro Detroit
Adam’s Apple
Oh, she’s understated and she’s fun! Adam’s Apple is a smaller space in Warrendale that is known for karaoke nights on Thursdays, so get those singing pipes tuned and ready to belt. It’s also more of a chatty bar where you can keep a nice conversation with your crew or a warm stranger. Both owned and operated by trans women, Adam’s Apple is well-known as a welcoming space for transitioned folk. But of course, all are welcome at this quaint neighborhood bar.
Menjo’s Entertainment Complex
Madonna worshippers, this is where you want to be. Not only can you boogie to a plethora of Madonna jams in one overnight here, but you can literally sway on the floor she danced on when she was 16 and unknown! WOW. As one of