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    The Menagerie

    2.9 (215 reviews)
    InexpensiveGay Bars, Dance Clubs
    Closed 4:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Alan K.

    The bartender was completely rude and overcharged me for my draft beer. I had to wait a long time before I was served.

    Giovanna D.

    5/5 this was my first good club experience I went on saint Patrick's day and everyone was very freindly and overall the bouncers and bar tenders had a good attuide .

    Margaret R.

    We love the drag shows at The Menagerie!! They don't serve food but the drinks are good. The crowd is always super fun and eclectic. The show itself is always a fun time ! A must see if you're in downtown Riverside.

    We out here getting into the vibe feeling nostalgic on the happy hour .

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    8 years ago

    My favorite bar! Best drag show around!! Good positive environment, fun bartenders and great music!

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    Bartenders were very shut down. They payed no attention to us. Honestly didn't feel welcomed.

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    13 years ago

    I love the drag queen show but the older guy bar tender is extremely rude and should be fired.

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    16 years ago

    Fun lil gay bar and the drinks are cheap!

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    This place is gross, but sometimes the music is fun.

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    Ask the Community - The Menagerie

    Is there a drag bingo night?

    There's no bingo

    Do they charge cover weekdays?

    No cover ever

    When is karaoke night?

    Monday

    Do they serve drinks at the brunch? If so what kind of food? The website has nothing. Leading me to believe they probably don't serve food.

    Brunch they have a full buffet style brunch and they have bottomless mimosa tickets for sale as well! The drag show is always fun too! They have a ton of food options and usually have someone making fresh omlettes/pancakes/waffles!

    Do they serve food?

    Just chips

    If your 20 will they let you in?

    No they wont. They check if at the door

    Is there a cover charge , and if so what time do you get there to avoid it?

    No cover charge any day of the week unless it's a special party and usually if they charge they have food or party favor type things

    Is this venue 18+ or 21+?

    21+

    When is the drag show?

    Thursday nights at 11pm

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    Review Highlights - The Menagerie

    Came back a second time on a Thursday and I really enjoyed the drag Show and then they had awesome music to dance to after.

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    3.8(28 reviews)
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    1st Timer here! and the first question wasn't "what'll you have!?" no... it was "Hello! I'm Lulu!…read moreas she extends a proper formal greeting with a hand shake! What a nice lady! Since it was my first time, she took good care of me! Her Husband bought us a round and the guests were also welcoming... met new friends tonight! The type of friends that are more than just friends, like family! i've never seen a bar like this... i can only imagine good things here... this is my new Bar! i can be a human being here and color or race is left at home! all the BS social media has, Lulu's will have no part of that! you keep it real, keep it chill, show some love (not money) and they will welcome you with open arms! This isnt that kind of bar, if youre looking for just a casual closing to your workday or evening. need someone to hear you out, make you feel like youre not alone... for real for real!? this is the spot to just kick it clean! shoot some pool, learn the history of the bar! (20 years) introduce yourself to Lulu and Jerry! They already call me by my name. like... they really put in the effort to express their welcome to you! i was overwhelmed... like, is this real? lol come through, maybe i might see you there thursdays and saturdays karaoke baby! lol

    They only have karaoke on Thursday though Saturday so it's music by a jukebox she's gonna lose a…read morelot of customers I'm gone and 4 customers that go in for karaoke only see you Thursday

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    Men's Room Bar

    3.8(29 reviews)
    48.1 mi
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    I feel like the only time I pop into here for a drink tends to be after dinner nearby. And this…read morevisit, it was literally that. We did pop in when it was still early so the place was pretty mellow. Even at 9pm, there was a security guard out front checking people's Id. Inside, it's a dark vibe but nice. Lots of plush comfy sofas for seating. The layout can be a tight squeeze in the seating area at the front as the sofas are pretty big and close together. Then add in the guest, it could get tight but a fun vibe. Main floor area has the bar to one side and the dance floor at the other end. The whole place does turn into a dance floor when it's fully packed. What's nice about this place, they have a nice outdoor patio. Not a lot of bars along this strip offer that which is nice. Bar area is along one side but getting a drink when it's packed can be a challenge. They always have a decent amount of bartenders on deck so that does help but with people coming from all ends trying to order, it can get a bit tricky. Dj is along the side where the dance floor is. As for our visit, Friday which around 9 was still early. The good thing about that, getting a drink was a cinch. Majority of the people were either on the patio or the front lounge. It was pretty full in the front which I think it was a group that were all together. We were there long enough for a drink give or take half an hour the most and by then, the place was pretty empty. I feel like most people tends to come around 10:30 or 11:00. Not sure if they have an entrance fee or not but certain night when they have events, the place is very lively. Then I believe you would need to purchase tickets for that. Parking situation is a major bitch as street parking is pretty sparse. Neighborhood parking is very limited as the locals know that if they move their car, say goodbye to your parking spot. So if you know the area, parking is tricky. It's a cool little bar that I used to go to when I lived down here many years ago which used to be called The Brit. Still a fun vibe.

    Nice looking bar/club in the gay area of Long Beach, but it was pretty quiet for a Sunday Funday…read moreevening. I'm guessing it's because the bartender is not friendly and pretty arrogant. The cocktails were good and served in glasses, not plastic cups. We went to four different bars this evening, two bad and two great; this was the worst because of the bartender. We're probably never coming back here unless there's a friendlier bartender. Just saying.

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    3.6(373 reviews)
    22.3 mi
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    Came to Flexx Nightclub with my best friend to see Cade Maddox and had a pretty good time overall…read more The best part was the show. I really liked how interactive it was and how the crowd could be part of it. That's something more clubs should be doing. My only complaint is that it felt way too short. It started around 9:30 and we came a little late, so it was basically over by the time we got settled in. After that, it just turned into a typical nightclub. The music was solid and easy to vibe to, and the atmosphere felt welcoming. The owner was also really nice, which added to the experience. I do wish they had more gogo dancers and that they weren't just stationed up high. It would feel more fun and energetic if they were walking around and interacting more. There were only a couple when we went, so it didn't feel as lively as it could be. Overall, I enjoyed it and would come back, but I think it has potential to be even better with longer shows and more performers.

    Weak drinks - I ordered a vodka/tonic... what I got was mostly fizzy water... there was no tonic -…read moreif there was any vodka, I couldn't taste it. I took it back to the bar - bartender offered more "tonic" (soda)... then offered to remake it. What I got back was sweet, but still very little vodka. I guess the ambiance is about what you'd expect from a Latin gay disco. Show stage downstairs for strippers. Everybody seemed to be having a good time. Young crowd.

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