they have a lot of great events to bring the community together! otherwise it's a a pretty chill bar :) drinks are well made, not necessarily a place i'd go to get obliterated/party but it's usually a stop i make when im enjoying nightlife downtown! read more

Nope. Le sigh. Drag bingo itself... though starting late.....was fun. The wait staff? I never once had one come to our table. The bartender especially? No.... bad bartender. Do better. Actually don't be rude and condescending. I'm sorry you're having a bad day. Perhaps a job where you're not front facing would be a better fit. I have zero room for places that treat their customers so poorly. When I have to come to you for my drinks because there is no service be kind. Not kinda an arsehole. I'm a joy and a delight and i tip extremely well. 0/100 based on waitstaff alone. read more

Icons - Beers in bulk to avoid having to deal with the bartender since service blew. Bingo!!!!! - Gay Bars Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

I love it at ICONS. All staff is super friendly, when they sing I get the chills. I love that they have plenty of mocktail options. Layout and design are truly unique. 10/10 recommend. read more

Icons - Gay Bars Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

Went here on a girls night out for a drag show and had an amazing time. The vibes and the staff were absolutely amazing and the drinks were strong. The show was so much fun. How do you recommend this place. read more

This place was so much fun! Very clean and well maintained and quick service. The bartenders sing and they are so good! Drink was good and they have a few snack options to order if you're hungry as well. read more

Icons - Gay Bars Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

Super fun intimate place. Outdoor, indoor feel, very welcoming. Trivia Tuesday is a blast and the hosts SING. How fun. read more

Icons - Audrey Hepburn - Gay Bars Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

This was my first time here in COS i was staying at the Hilton Garden Inn hotel downtown and wanted to go out for a drink. I checked my google maps for any local gay bars and ICONS popped up. It was a Tuesday so they hosted a trivia night that started at 7pm. The bartenders were amazing! They both sang together and entertained us the whole nights it was ALOT of fun. The crowd seemed really chill and welcoming which was nice to see. The bar itself is kinda small ish but it's big enough if that makes sense! I will be back ! read more

See all

I love this place. The bartenders all are super talented and sing during your visit. Leo was amazing . The feel of the bar and friendly staff was amazing. I highly recommend! read more

I will say the concept of a queer karaoke bar seems like a lot of fun, the issue is that the only ones allowed to sing are the staff, and the songs that sing are only show tunes...after a while that can become listen to nails on a chalk board. Now I don't expect a bar like that to have amazing food but definitely go eat before coming here. In my experience the staff was super friendly, we all had kind interactions. I just think with such a small space I would 86 the show tunes karaoke. read more

My wife and I came in for drag bingo(which was awesome!!), managed to grab the one table front and center, with about 8 other couples/tables around us. Server came past, said he'd be right with us. Never saw him. 20 minutes in my wife gets us some water and drinks at the bar. 15 minutes later, still haven't seen him, so I went to the bar to get some food. Apparently, that was the wrong move. The bartender seemed VERY upset I was there to order food, and I remarked that we had waited 35 minutes, no one had stopped by, so I came up to quickly order 2 burritos. He flew off the handle, told me it wasn't ok to say that, there were only 3 of them there, blah blah, on and on. I assured him I wasn't complaining or criticizing, I was simply explaining why I was there because he seemed upset. Finally ordered 2 burritos and an order of pretzel bites(took 10 seconds once he stopped flipping out). Order came out wrong, but whatever. Finally, after being there front and center for 1 hour and 50 minutes, someone stopped by to clear all the cups, plates, cans and cups we had piled on an empty chair next to us. It actually coincided with another server cutting bingo short because "time was up". BTW, bingo started 35 minutes late. Staff is rude, staffing is apparently a problem, people walk around with baggage/attitudes/problems, service is nonexistent, and you'd better just take it or the bartender will have an aneurysm. After reading some of the other reviews, this seems par for the course. read more

Good atmosphere along with Riley O'Toole The perfect Pianist Very warmly here My first time here read more

Icons - Gay Bars Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

WOW....we liked the old location and the new ICONS is awesome. The detail in the bar is amazing and the addition of the garage door that opens to the outside is a nice touch. Parking is easy, the drinks are creative and delicious and the popcorn served in a ceramic high heel is fun. The staff who sing are all very talented and Sunday karaoke is a blast. I was pleasantly surprised to see the mix of straight and LGBTQ in the crowd! ICONS is definitely worth the drive down from Denver and........we will be back. We only wish the Mile High City had a bar like ICONS!! We will be back. read more

Love the vibe here. Great art of LGBTQ+ icons and advocates. Really fun spot with live music by staff. I am impressed that they are so diligent with checking ID. They are clear on expectations. If you don't have a reservation they still let you in and inform you of how long you can stay. It's a great way to still be inclusive while respecting the reservations already made for an event. Drinks are a bit too sweet for my taste but good. It's pretty busy so be sure to order several drinks to mitigate the wait between drink orders. Bathrooms are very clean. Better for small groups than large groups. read more

See all

Icons does an incredible job of creating a welcoming, friendly, fun environment. The impeccable service, elaborate decor, and whimsical menu are on point and lend to the overall good vibes that can be felt here. I was part of a fairly large group seated on the back patio, and throughout the course of the night we had 3 different servers. All of them were delightful, personable, and hospitable. They checked on us often even though the inside was increasingly busy, and we came to find that the servers were also hopping on stage to sing ballads with remarkable prowess in between serving us drinks. Talk about multi-tasking! Another great aspect of Icons was the food and drink menu. I was thrilled to see that their stacked specialty hot dogs were available in the vegan variety. I really enjoyed my vegan West Hollywood--a hot dog covered in guacamole, crispy onions, and balsamic. The cocktail menu was also super fun. I ordered the "Bette Muddler" old fashioned and the "Hudson, on the Roc". Both were really tasty and well-crafted. We made great friends here and really appreciated the vibrant atmosphere. I'll definitely be making a point to support this establishment next time I'm back in the Springs. read more

Icons - Icons storefront - Gay Bars Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

Absolutely loved this space the first time I went because the atmosphere is wonderful and bartenders are super kind swindlers. Went to Karaoke last night, had ONE drink WITHOUT alcohol and was charged $25. They never offered to show me my reciept to sign and not one single drink on their menu costs nearly $25 so how does some fruit and selzer water constitute such a cost. Need a refund and won't be back. read more

Icons - Bank statement from the next morning where I realized I was robbed for selzer water. - Gay Bars Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

So much fun at this awesome lil club!! The entertainment, drinks and vibe are AWESOME! Definitely recommend reservations made online, especially for a group bigger than 6. They're a small spot that can get quite busy. Save yourself frustration and book that table babe. We've done the Saturday night and we've done the brunch bingo. Food wise, I'd honestly recommend eating beforehand. Keepin it 100. It's a very limited menu, especially for their brunch bingo. But that's ok boo cuz you're not here for hot dogs and tacos. You're here for glitz, glam, and fun. The talent ... oh gawd the talent is SIC! Such a great club, great safety measures in place. Our city needs more amazing places and clubs like ICONS... they are ICONic!!! read more

See all

This place is house-down boots! I had no idea they had such a cool spot like this in the springs! Grrrrhh Fabulous vibes and the crew...SLAY!!! You will find the entertainment you need here all in one night. My first time, and I will def be back and bringing more people! From the service to the servers and entertainers (this term doesn't come close to the level of talent they have), all phenomenal! They know how to work the crowd, and the crowd was good sports too! It's on the quiet corner or side of Bijou St, but when you walk thru those doors, the atmosphere will transform you into a different world! You can be yourself here, and they are so welcoming!!! The drinks were incredible too! Give them a try, and guarantee you'll find your new fav hang out! read more

Where do I even begin? Such an amazing all around experience. If I could give 6/5 stars I would! Gorgeous atmosphere, exceptional service, delicious drinks and such a great vibe! Can't wait to come back! read more

Icons - Espresso Yourself and Dolly Patron. Both yummy but Dolly was our favorite! - Gay Bars Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

Such a great vibe! Everyone was so nice and friendly environment! I will definitely go back for drag bingo with my nieces! read more

See all

When the bartender says "is Tito's OK" he's not asking if the well vodka is acceptable, he's asking if you'd like the upcharge product without telling you that you're going to pay 50% more than the basic cost for your cocktail. And that cocktail cost is NOT the happy hour price that's advertised on the web site. It's a bait and switch all the way 'round. read more

As so many others have noted the vibe and the warmth here is the entire reason why you want to come to places like this, especially in the Springs. The group I was with didn't even know this place existed and stumbled onto it out of the blue and spent several hours there playing bingo and having a fantastic time. The bartender was attentive with a great singing voice and all in all the service and experience far exceeding my expectations. read more

Most fun we had on our entire trip! Drinks were delicious and everything was priced well. We did BINGO for a large group and it was the highlight of the trip! read more

Hands down the best gay bar I've ever been to! Absolutely love the Dolly bathroom and the amazing singing staff! Can't wait to go back!!

This bar is located in downtown Colorado Springs. The bartenders on Saturday night take turns going up to the stage to sing! You get to be entertained by life music while enjoying your cocktail. The prices for the drinks are great considering the portions size and quality of the drinks. I had their version of a Moscow mule. The taste was great and the drink was refreshing. Even though this is a bar, keep in mind that there is a hostesses at the door. The bar is small. Be ready to share your table and make new friends, or arrive early. Specially if you don't want to wait on a table. But the wait is definitely worth it! The vibe at this place is great. All of the bartenders/waiters are incredibly attentive and talented. The place was pretty busy and the staff walked by and checked on us on multiple occasions, to ensure that we were being taken care of. On top of that, boy can the sing! Can't wait to be back! read more

I'd like to say it's the best gay bar in Colorado Springs. It's not. It's one of BEST gay bars in the COUNTRY. I've been in bars since '77 from Seattle to Key West, New York to San Diego. Icons is not among the best: it's absolutely top shelf. Zach (besides being stunningly sexy and the nicest dude on the planet) is a GREAT bartender. His old fashioneds are the standard for the best. The staff? The owners are the nicest guys in the world. The staff (Zach included) and Gina and all of them: top shelf. I can't recommend this place enough. I don't have enough superlatives. One visit is all it will take. One of the best gay bars in the country. read more

What a great addition to Downtown Colorado Springs! Even with limited seating during a pandemic they have found a way to offer top notch live entertainment and quality service all the way around. I highly recommend making a reservation for anyone who would like to have a crafted cocktail, gourmet hotdogs and Broadway entertainment. This place is for everyone and you will not be disappointed!!!! Cheers to Icons! read more

Best bar to come to Colorado Springs! The hospitable bartenders are also extremely talented singers and are amazing to watch perform. I was blown away by the talent and the owners Josh and John are incredibly kind and also incredible singing stars. Great drinks, noteworthy performances, and good vibes! read more

Icons - Gay Bars Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

See all

Classy and colorful addition to our community. This place has a welcoming feel with great flow. The owners greeted us upon arrival with great excitement. The bathrooms are a must experience! I hear the drinks are good. I don't drink. But my friend that did; really enjoyed them. The drink menu is very creative and clean. The music/performances feed the soul of this place. The staff was highly attentive to us and everyone. Oh, and they have vegan hot dogs! I'll be back; you should too. This is an inclusive space for all. read more

Had a blast here. Me and my girlfriend stopped in with no reservation, the friendly host greeted us and managed to get us a seat. Later found out that getting in without a reservation is incredibly rare, so I am now super excited. The atmosphere is fun and light, with a big focus on music. The staff sings, and they can really really sing! It was awesome hearing them! The drinks are extremely fair priced and delicious. We met some amazing people too! We had a great time and will be coming back (with reservations!!) read more

We stumbled upon this place after enjoying an afternoon downtown with friends. How had I never heard of Icons? We loved it. We had already eaten so we were treated to a few specialty cocktails and were serenaded by the staff. What a great time we had! If you have not already checked this place out, what are you waiting for? Just what downtown COS needed. read more

See all

My favorite place to go in COS. Great drinks, great food, and great bartenders! The bartenders remember the regulars and are super welcoming and kind. We try to make it here every few weeks when we go out. read more

This new spot has opened a unique space for members of any background to come together in the Colorado Springs area. The decor of the whole bar is to die for, but wait until you see all the insta-worthy spaces within. The talent of the entire staff will impress you enough to come back, but if somehow live Broadway quality singing isn't your thing, stick around for the high art murals and cozy outside space. Every employee was diligent in obeying local Covid guidelines and providing a fun, safe environment. I can't wait to see this space when we can all gather and celebrate life together 'normally'. If you get a chance swing by you won't regret it! read more

Icons - Dolly Parton bathroom mural. - Gay Bars Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

The decor, the drinks, the dogs!!! Everything about this place is wonderful. Oh and of course the warm and welcoming staff that also sing their faces off for you. Truly a gem here in Colorado Springs, a gem that I treasure and will return to again and again. The cocktails are PERFECT. I'm usually kinda picky, especially when it comes to sweetened cocktails. At most places I have to ask for them to add less of whatever the sweet element is, but the Icons cocktails are mixed perfectly. The singing staff is truly VERY talented. No qualifiers necessary. You're getting actual professional singers, not just people who can carry a tune. I'm obsessed with the decor, but obviously you can see that in the pictures so you don't need me to go on and on about that. read more

My initiation to ICONS was a group birthday celebration. I was met with the warmest greeting and ushered to our table. The service was 5 stars. The cocktails were exciting and thoughtfully prepared. The entertainment was spectacular. The talent presented to us was Superstar quality. The 'warm nuts' were delish - thinking some cool melons might be the best compliment for a new menu item. The art is mesmerizing. We sat across from 'Marilyn' and admired the view. We had a 90 minute reservation so we did not get a chance to experience the outdoor space or the pool tables below, but we'll be back to check this out. Merci for a fun evening read more

Friends and I have been three times and will be back many, many more for a very simple reason: the staff. Not only are they all unbelievable performers with out of control singing voices, they're also welcoming and kind servers and simply fantastic people. We always forget to bring cash to tip, but they do have a Venmo you can use to tip the performers. It's also a super cute place, and the bathrooms are amazing. And Prosecco on tap, so, what more do you need to know? Huge thanks to all the lovely staff who are always so kind to us and help us have such memorable evenings! read more

Icons is an incredible, and so desperately needed new addition to the LGBTQ+ and Ally community here in Colorado Springs! They showcase not only how tasteful a downtown bar can be, but also how heart-stopping live talent (yes they sing) pairs with a cleverly crafted cocktail, giving this city the authentic culture it has needed! The owners are the most genuine, caring individuals and welcome you into their bar as if you're entering their home for a dinner party ^_^ If you're looking for a safe and inclusive space to call home here in our beautiful community of Colorado Springs, seek no further than Icons! read more

Icons - Dolly Parton hand-painted art in one of the themed unisex bathroom(s)! 3 - Gay Bars Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

This is a safe haven for the queer community in a Colorado Springs. Truly an oasis in a desert. Trivia nights are too fun! It's not a club, by any means, but sometimes it's nice to have a chill, laid-back environment to visit during the week. read more

World class musical talent, great food and drink, spectacular local art in a warm and inclusive atmosphere! Class with sass! Beautiful decor, immaculately clean, awesome service...you'll feel like family after your first visit. Two Broadway stars on pandemic hiatus created Icons and perform along with their super-talented singing bartenders and guest artists. Pandemic-safe with masks, screens, etc. Can I give it 6 stars??? read more

Icons - Your hosts: Broadway performers John and Josh - Gay Bars Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado

Today myself and some girlfriends went to the drag bingo brunch. We had the BEST time! The bartenders each took a turn singing as we waited for bingo to get started, excellent! Our drinks were good and I had a vegan hotdog, yummy! The host of Bingo was so much fun! Kept us entertained and could really sing as well. I can't wait to go back! read more

Best place in the springs. Amazing talent, drinks are delicious. It's a place I feel comfortable just hanging out. Everyone here is so lovely and kind. read more

Icons - Wednesday night concert series - Gay Bars Near Me - Colorado Springs, Colorado