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    The Pumping Station

    3.9 (36 reviews)
    InexpensiveGay Bars
    Wed 5:00 pm - 3:00 am (Next day)
    Thu 5:00 pm - 3:00 am (Next day)

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    THE PUMPING STATION ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Divey
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    I'm visiting and wanted to find a nice gay bar to have a drink in. Red flag number one: I called around 7pm and asked if they had a drag show tonight. The person who answered said "no, never here", and they seemed almost grossed out that I would even ask. They said, "you must be thinking about the other bar. We don't do that here." I said fine and asked what time they close. They told me 12. I got to my hotel, checked in and changed/showered quickly. I made my way to this "bar" by 11. I walked in, looked around and saw about 5 people sitting around/by the bar. I moved some chairs around, and sat for a bit. The person working walked over and asked for my ID and my proof of vaccination. I said I was from out of town and didn't have it with me. They looked at me and you could tell they wanted to say it was ok. But there was a person sitting right there who looked over. I told them I had been vaccinated and I could even wear a mask if need be. But I didn't bring my card with me, because I had forgot it. They asked if I had a picture of it, and I said no. They said I couldn't even be inside without it. So I left... I wish I would have been told this over the phone. Instead of waisting my time driving over there and thinking this is where I was going to spend some time. I could have easily looked up another place. Unfortunately, I believe this will be my one and only time attempting to be a customer at this venue. FYI: drag queens and drag shows bring a crowd to ANY bar. You should really look more into that. Don't sound disgusted when a customer asks if you have one. Most people happen to love drag shows. I know I def. do. Would rather rate zero stars, and I don't recommend this place.

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    It's iconic gay bar in memphis. I always go there every time I go there for family in germantown. Drinks are good too.

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    Folks are right. . . The tenders are amazing. Thank you Steve and Dan! Great time!

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    awesome bar, great atmosphere, if you just want to relax and have a sexy drink and chill..

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    great atmosphere, amazing staff (hate to single anyone out 'cause I love them all), especially Dan, Alex and Brando...

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