The Drinkery

The best thing about this bar is Karen! She is an amazing bartender…read more She knows how to make drinks, she can work the bar with ease, and she remembers the preferred drink of the regulars while she helps new customers. I hope they know what a gem of a bartender they have in Karen.

So comfortable. Come on by! I might return tonight. The…read morestaff was so very lovely. I would return.

10-4-25

View of nice buildings, shame that they are close to Leon's

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It looks old and tired like the barfiles inside.

Mixers

4.5(23 reviews)

5.5 mi•Cedmont

Nice neighborhood gay bar in the middle of nowhere. I've been there several times and always have…read moreenjoyed the entertainment.

I didn't even really want to review this bar but I do want to give flowers when they are due…read more The bar is so nice Larry is awesome and friendly, they let you bring your own snacks, and the drink prices are right where they need to be (not sky high) Add to the fact they have the bestest Karaoke night in town this place hits all the notes. Now its small but that means by the end of the night everyone is your friend and you are all having a great time

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The Club Car

2.3(3 reviews)

0.8 mi•Charles North

Horrible service , disgusting bathrooms. Food was alright. Wouldn't recommend. Also dedicating a…read morewhole night to someone who they don't like is weird.

the bar tenders are rude and hostile, the food is meh, and the restroom was beyond disgusting, GET…read moreIT TOGETHER

For MdFF

Room full of dancing gays

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Inside The Club Car

Leon’s Backroom

3.1(20 reviews)

0.1 mi•Midtown Belvedere

The best thing about this bar is Karen! She is an amazing bartender…read more She knows how to make drinks, she can work the bar with ease, and she remembers the preferred drink of the regulars while she helps new customers. I hope they know what a gem of a bartender they have in Karen.

Great dance floor. Strong drinks. Historically gay. Love to the moon and back. I always look…read moreforward to drag performances on Friday nights after RuPaul watch parties.

34.8 mi•Logan Circle, Downtown

11-01-25

7-11-23 Singers will be entered in a $25 bar tab giveaway. Happy hour 4 PM to 9 PM starting at $6 for 2-4-1 rail drinks & most domestic beer

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8-1-23 Singers will be entered in a $25 bar tab giveaway. Happy hour 4 PM to 9 PM starting at $6 for 2-4-1 rail drinks & most domestic beers

The Little Gay Pub

4.2(46 reviews)

This is a lovely LGBTQ+ establishment in the DC area. From the extensive drink options to great…read morequality food items, the friendly service, and overall great vibes at LGP, this is a true 5/5 rating. It is always a pleasure to visit LGP and hang out with friends / co-workers. I especially like how the "elevated" experience here makes this place feel extra special. This is a must go place if you are looking for a great place to drink and feel included in the community!

Dear reader, Little…read moreGay Pub is, quite simply, one of my favourite places in DC and a proper haven for the community. The space is beautifully designed, with thoughtful décor that makes every corner feel intentional. Even the bathrooms have become legendary selfie spots, and for good reason. The cocktails are consistently excellent. I especially love the espresso martini, which is dangerously good. The little bites are also worth ordering, particularly the pigs in a blanket, which disappear from the table with impressive speed. The outdoor seating area is spacious, comfortable, and even offers table service, making it an ideal place to spend an afternoon or evening with friends. The staff are absolutely delightful, quick, and genuinely friendly, creating the sort of welcoming atmosphere that keeps people coming back. Overall, Little Gay Pub delivers great drinks, delicious food, wonderful people, and immaculate vibes. I never miss a chance to stop in and already look forward to my next visit.

34.5 mi•U Street Corridor

Bathroom Art

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Decoration

Bunker

3.4(17 reviews)

Bar was chest to chest, packed, and bartender got mad because she got pushed by someone moving past…read moreher. There was absolutely no understanding from her or the staff. She banned a customer because they moved past her in a crowded room. The staff is on a power trip. Despite being one of three customers at the bar, it took 10 minutes to be seen. Most services require cash and their ATM is broken, they recommend going across the street but if you don't have Capital One you are SOL. Terrible customer service.

Had a great time at this place. Drinks are lower than most places in DC, the vibes and music are…read moregreat and I love the ambience. If you are looking for a sensual time and unforgettable, you will love this place.

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Leons Backroom

5.0(1 review)

0.1 mi•Midtown Belvedere

Oldest queer space in Baltimore. Love the RuPaul's Drag Race watch parties on Friday nights…read more Classic dive bar with friendly and welcoming staff.

From the owner: Leon’s is the oldest gay bar in Maryland, since 1957!!read more

0.9 mi•Charles North, Old Goucher

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Baltimore Eagle

3.3(43 reviews)

I recently went there with some friends for a drag show and had a great time. Yes, parking is a…read morechore, but that's not the venue's fault. The drinks are very heavy (you'll get your bang for your buck and then some with liquor) and the bartender was friendly and engaging. The sound system was fantastic, handling both music and comedy with aplomb. They had a short set with three queens, and Sue Nami in particular was excellent. I also liked the decorations (particularly the multiple disco balls). And it definitely caters to a kinkier/risque crowd if that's what you're into (I didn't experience any of that, but they have a leather shop and a kink-friendly back room). My only complaints were the bathrooms (far too dark, I literally needed to use my phone light to see the stall lock. It also makes you feel a little nervous when the walls are plastered with "only 1 person/stall" signs). And they needed a second bartender as the wait for the delicious drinks was long. But the entertainment and ambiance would entice me to visit again.

I hope you are looking forward to dancing all night. Friday night 10:30 pm , the weather was great…read moreand it was my first time at the Eagle . $10 cover $12 if you pay with card. (Sidenote: is anyone else noticing that CASH is essential these days to get a discount ) This was not my first rodeo at a male gay bar but baby I'm so glad I came ! The DJ was chef kiss and the ppl were comfortable and dancing with each other. They have a short bar food menu with funny names and the cocktails (no pun intended) will satisfy. The bartenders are cute AND they wipe down the bar with disinfectant! As a mother , I was impressed lol. These boys were raised right Enjoy and don't be wallflower

Leather bar inside

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Disco par-tay

Green Lantern

3.6(115 reviews)

35.2 mi•Downtown

We went on Thursday night. They handed us a plastic cup when after looking at our IDs but didn't…read moresay what it was for. We guessed later that it was the free drink (if shirtless), but it was like being handed a cup for a urine test. The downstairs was a decent square bar space but the upstairs was a jam-packed flesh pit with no room to dance and difficult to move in. There was a ten minute queue to even get up the stairs to see what was there. The music was too loud to hear conversation without yelling. We endured it for five minutes before fleeing. I realize some people will enjoy this. We just didn't. ‍

Alley Vibe. Wish it was a bit more friendly. Has its regulars. Known for theme nights…read more Expensive drinks. Could be more light & cleaner. To many gay bars in the area.

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Mount Royal Tavern

4.2(81 reviews)

0.5 mi•Midtown Belvedere

patronize this establishment if you don't mind being publicly accused of having an STD by a…read morebartender who nickels and dimes ya. 3 dollar bev came out to 4 but i'm not that good at math so maybe she's right...thoughts on this later....rumor has it there's a man resembling Steve Zahn who will shake ya upside down for any loose change if you're too drunk to remember what happened. pretty sure this is how they keep the lights on....thoughts on this later...steer clear of hot doses and liver cirrhosis...overall 10/10.

This was 1st visit to the notorious and infamous "Tav"…read more Need to blow some steam off from a long day at work, and was kidnapped to here lol. To my surprise I met two cool individuals and one we happened to have the same African roots, creative background and family last names(might be related) Location: - has a classic baltimore mid town dive bar -small and quaint -back patio area as well -right across the street from the famous art school MICA Crowd - posers, punks, generational creatives, queer, drunks etc Drinks - not a place for mocktails Service - it was great and I liked the bartenders, I knew two of them from the artist scene I plan on going back asking each bartender to make a mocktail original to them, see what happens and Check out the back patio. it was great finally making it there heard so much and expected worse but it was actually cool.

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Robert D.

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10 years ago

Stay Away ! For the last couple years this place has really brought down our community. I live around the corner and have for many years. This place has become very violent and as of now their liquor licence is suspended , because of the violence. The owner worked there under the previous owners. They keep a sharp eye on the place and did not tolerate any violence or hustling. This current owner doe's not care what comes in that door or hangs around outside. For a while it became so bad, you had to be buzzed through the door. They have also affected the business that operate on that street as well. The drinks may be good from what others say,but we who live in the neighboor hood want this dangerous place closed. If the old owners saw it now, they would be sick! Robert read more

Troy C.

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0

10 years ago

If you are looking for trouble come to this place. The men come there to see who's drunk enough to go home with them. Between the fights and the male hustlers on the outside. This place is a dump. Be careful who you take home.They are not going to share there status because they are drunk. read more

Rich B.

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1

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3 months ago

Yea yes, everything was awesome. So excited to continue Maverick relationship with your website thank you so much.

Stone R.

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6

0

10 years ago

This place really is a dive bar, dirty, smells like urine. YUCK!!!!

Jerome J.

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2

4

3 years ago

Great Bar , we go back a long way,90s Jerome.

Zac C.

141

19

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17 years ago

Cute little dive bar....great drink prices!

Christopher h.

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133

27

17 years ago

Best bar in Charm city!

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