Looking for the perfect spot for a night out? Whether you're in the mood for a relaxed drink or a night of debauchery, you'l find what you're looking for at one of New York City's hottest gay and lesbian bars and lounges.
From the latest Chelsea hotspot to classic New York gay bars, you'll find plenty of options for a night on the town.
From the latest Chelsea hotspot to classic New York gay bars, you'll find plenty of options for a night on the town.
1. Therapy
Mingle with a pretty and diverse gay crowd at this hot nightspot in Hell’s Kitchen. The huge two-level lounge is a former warehouse (and whorehouse). Enjoy therapeutic cocktails named after your favorite disorders – from Delusions to Psychotic Episodes. Free entertainment includes an open-mike night, a comedy hour featuring queer-friendly comedians, and nightly DJs.Therapy, 348 W. 52nd St. between 8th and 9th Ave., 212-397-2814
Take the C,E to 50th St. & 8th Ave.
2. XES Lounge
XES Lounge is the place to go for a great happy hour, a night of serious karaoke, or a laid-back evening of cruising and watching Desperate Housewives. The staff is friendly and attitude-free and XES gets rave reviews from HX, Citysearch, and The New York Blade. Happy hour drinks are 2-for-1 weeknights until 9PM and a beautiful outdoor patio offers a refuge for smokers.XES Lounge, 157 W 24th St. between 6th and 7th Ave., 212-604-0212
Take the 1, the F,V or the A,C,E to 23rd St.
3. GYM Sports Bar
GYM is New York City’s first and only gay sports bar. It’s a relaxed converted-loft space with comfy couches, pool tables, and nine flat screen TVs for viewing athletic events from football to rodeo. Mingle with well-built athletic types in a laid-back atmosphere. GYM also sponsors leagues for sports including soccer, softball, volleyball, hockey, wrestling, and cheerleading.GYM Sports Bar, 167 8th Ave at 18th St., 212-337-2439
Take the 1 to 18th St. or the A,C,E to 14th St.
4. Henrietta Hudson
Celebrating 15 years as one of New York’s most popular lesbian bars, Henrietta’s is a casual hangout spot with a jukebox, a pool table, and a back room conducive to making friends. Bands and DJs play Wednesdays through Sundays and the place gets packed with some of New York’s hottest girls who like girls.Henrietta Hudson, 438 Hudson St. at Morton St., 212-924-3347
Take the 1,9 to Houston St. or the A,C,E,F to West 4th St.
5. Stonewall
Gay activism was born at Stonewall in 1969, when a group of regulars made a historic stand against raiding police officers. Stonewall remains a favorite drinking and party spot, featuring a smoky bar and an upstairs dance floor. The crowd is mostly male, but everybody’s welcome. Pay tribute to a gay landmark and enjoy weekly events like Tuesday Bingo and Uncut Latin Wednesdays.Stonewall, 53 Christopher St. at 7th Ave South, 212-463-0950
Take the 1,9 to Christopher St.
