We always go here and visited as this is the only good gay bar in alberta
Daniel Hirsch
This bar is cute, good music, very weak pours.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
E D
So much fun as always!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Thomas Holmes
Good atmosphere. Very nice place to find some fun. I love people here.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Joy Ful
Had the best time here! Stephanie Prince slayed the house boots down, and bartenders were so nice and drinks were cheap!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shane Decker
Great bar! Went to watch Stephanie awhile ago, by far one of the best shows. Can’t wait to see her back!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Marc G
Nice nightclub, friendly people, good pricea.
Atmosphere: 4
Elle Johnson
Never had a bad time!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Rebecca Fang
The shows here are really good, the actors/actresses are really good looking and super convincing. The performers are so good at what they do and can do really impressive tricks. It sucks that they only sell drinks. I wanted food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
James Windsor
I started going to Twisted when I was 18—that was 18 years ago. From the moment I walked in, I was drawn to the welcoming faces, the sense of community, and the excitement of knowing I’d run into friends or meet someone new. Weekend after weekend, I kept coming back. And one major reason was simple: no cover charge.
When Twisted introduced cover, it wasn’t just an extra cost—it changed the experience. A casual night out became a financial decision. That $10 drink now cost $20, making it harder to justify just stopping in to see who was around. Instead of spontaneity, the mindset became: "If I’m paying cover, it better be worth it."
But it wasn’t just about money—it was about how it felt. I wasn’t just a casual visitor; I was a regular, someone who never paid cover even on special event nights. That made me feel valued, like I was part of the Twisted family. Then suddenly, that changed. Now, cover was charged every time, even when nothing special was happening, and it sent a message: "You’re just another customer now."
One of the things that made Twisted great was its diversity. It was full of all sorts of queer, gay, bi, young, old, whatever! Anyone and everyone had a place. The mix of people gave it energy, made it exciting, and made it feel like home for the whole LGBTQ+ community.
And let’s talk about something else that’s gone—the lines. Twisted used to have lines out the door every night. If you were young and cute, bouncers would pull you out of line and get you in ahead of everyone else. That VIP energy was awesome!
Now? No more lines. No more excitement. And that’s not because the community changed—it’s because management stopped making people feel special.
The real issue: management decisions.
Twisted isn’t just a bar—it’s the only gay club in the city. It should be thriving. It should be a place where people feel welcome, where regulars feel appreciated, and where new visitors are drawn in by the energy of a packed crowd.
Another thing worth questioning is the ID scanners. Are they really necessary? A lot of LGBTQ+ people value their privacy due to past trauma. For some, handing over personal information just to enter a gay bar feels intrusive. Sure make sure I'm 18 but that's it.
How to fix it?
Stop charging cover to regulars. They’re the ones who built the community.
Make the space inviting. A broom and dustpan shouldn’t be mounted at eye level beside the back bar like it’s part of the decor.
Fix the lighting. Bathrooms should feel warm and flattering, not lit with harsh, clinical daylight bulbs.
Find a better spot for that ice machine at the front bar. Yes, the fine details do matter!
Maintain the basics. Broken washroom stalls, sticky floors, and general neglect don’t exactly scream great night out.
Reconsider the ID scanners. If they’re making people uncomfortable, are they really needed?
The easiest solution? Get the right person in charge.
Twisted doesn’t just need to drop cover for the right people—it needs someone who actually knows who the right people are. Someone who’s been around. Someone who knows who should and shouldn’t pay cover and how to make the space feel alive again.
If they’re serious about turning things around, they should find someone from the community, someone with history, to rebuild that connection. That person could reach out and say, "Come back. No cover for you. We want you here."
And just like that, the energy would return.
Can Twisted make a comeback?
Twisted lost what made it special—not because the community changed, but because the experience did. People don’t just go out for drinks; they go out for an environment that makes them feel welcome.
I didn’t try any food there so I cannot vote on the food, but oh my God it was a great time the queens that were there were a fun bit to start the night
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Marty Milne
Great time but whatever juices you are using for your dog machine stinks. I have one at home. It doesn't need to smell like thG
Selia kh
Old facility but the hypes are great there... enjoyed my night but they need to do a lot of fixing for floor and furniture
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Isidro Gonzalez
I have been coming to this bar for more than ten years, and the las time there (on New Year’s night) I had my very first two bad experiences there. 1- when me and my partner went to the stage area to dance (because it was less crowded there) we both were assaulted by a drunk guy who was with a girl. When my partner was asked to be blown right there by that guy and he refused, the guy proceeded to push him away with force and signaled to get out of there. I pushed the guy back. We went to complain with a person two different people working there (a guy picking the empty bottles and glasses and guy at the entrance) but nothing was done about it. Then we tried to get out, it my partners jacket was in the coat check area. There was sooo many people, the line was so long, we waited almost an hour and it wasn’t getting any shorter. I went to the front desk and asked the lonely person getting the coats, asked him if it was ok to leave the jacket there and coming to get it the next day , and the guy yelled at me to go to end of the line! My partner’s jacket is still there. They should have security people, I was thinking about calling the police. Thumbs down 👎🏽
Wheelchair accessibility: No wheelchair accessible.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
Abdul Akkad
We were having a stressful week so we decided to go to the club and have a bit of fun and we really liked the vibe
We always go here and visited as this is the only good gay bar in alberta
This bar is cute, good music, very weak pours.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
So much fun as always!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Good atmosphere. Very nice place to find some fun. I love people here.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Had the best time here! Stephanie Prince slayed the house boots down, and bartenders were so nice and drinks were cheap!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great bar! Went to watch Stephanie awhile ago, by far one of the best shows. Can’t wait to see her back!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Nice nightclub, friendly people, good pricea.
Atmosphere: 4
Never had a bad time!
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The shows here are really good, the actors/actresses are really good looking and super convincing. The performers are so good at what they do and can do really impressive tricks. It sucks that they only sell drinks. I wanted food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 4
I started going to Twisted when I was 18—that was 18 years ago. From the moment I walked in, I was drawn to the welcoming faces, the sense of community, and the excitement of knowing I’d run into friends or meet someone new. Weekend after weekend, I kept coming back. And one major reason was simple: no cover charge.
When Twisted introduced cover, it wasn’t just an extra cost—it changed the experience. A casual night out became a financial decision. That $10 drink now cost $20, making it harder to justify just stopping in to see who was around. Instead of spontaneity, the mindset became: "If I’m paying cover, it better be worth it."
But it wasn’t just about money—it was about how it felt. I wasn’t just a casual visitor; I was a regular, someone who never paid cover even on special event nights. That made me feel valued, like I was part of the Twisted family. Then suddenly, that changed. Now, cover was charged every time, even when nothing special was happening, and it sent a message: "You’re just another customer now."
One of the things that made Twisted great was its diversity. It was full of all sorts of queer, gay, bi, young, old, whatever! Anyone and everyone had a place. The mix of people gave it energy, made it exciting, and made it feel like home for the whole LGBTQ+ community.
And let’s talk about something else that’s gone—the lines. Twisted used to have lines out the door every night. If you were young and cute, bouncers would pull you out of line and get you in ahead of everyone else. That VIP energy was awesome!
Now? No more lines. No more excitement. And that’s not because the community changed—it’s because management stopped making people feel special.
The real issue: management decisions.
Twisted isn’t just a bar—it’s the only gay club in the city. It should be thriving. It should be a place where people feel welcome, where regulars feel appreciated, and where new visitors are drawn in by the energy of a packed crowd.
Another thing worth questioning is the ID scanners. Are they really necessary? A lot of LGBTQ+ people value their privacy due to past trauma. For some, handing over personal information just to enter a gay bar feels intrusive. Sure make sure I'm 18 but that's it.
How to fix it?
Stop charging cover to regulars. They’re the ones who built the community.
Make the space inviting. A broom and dustpan shouldn’t be mounted at eye level beside the back bar like it’s part of the decor.
Fix the lighting. Bathrooms should feel warm and flattering, not lit with harsh, clinical daylight bulbs.
Find a better spot for that ice machine at the front bar. Yes, the fine details do matter!
Maintain the basics. Broken washroom stalls, sticky floors, and general neglect don’t exactly scream great night out.
Reconsider the ID scanners. If they’re making people uncomfortable, are they really needed?
The easiest solution? Get the right person in charge.
Twisted doesn’t just need to drop cover for the right people—it needs someone who actually knows who the right people are. Someone who’s been around. Someone who knows who should and shouldn’t pay cover and how to make the space feel alive again.
If they’re serious about turning things around, they should find someone from the community, someone with history, to rebuild that connection. That person could reach out and say, "Come back. No cover for you. We want you here."
And just like that, the energy would return.
Can Twisted make a comeback?
Twisted lost what made it special—not because the community changed, but because the experience did. People don’t just go out for drinks; they go out for an environment that makes them feel welcome.
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I didn’t try any food there so I cannot vote on the food, but oh my God it was a great time the queens that were there were a fun bit to start the night
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 4
Great time but whatever juices you are using for your dog machine stinks. I have one at home. It doesn't need to smell like thG
Old facility but the hypes are great there... enjoyed my night but they need to do a lot of fixing for floor and furniture
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
I have been coming to this bar for more than ten years, and the las time there (on New Year’s night) I had my very first two bad experiences there. 1- when me and my partner went to the stage area to dance (because it was less crowded there) we both were assaulted by a drunk guy who was with a girl. When my partner was asked to be blown right there by that guy and he refused, the guy proceeded to push him away with force and signaled to get out of there. I pushed the guy back. We went to complain with a person two different people working there (a guy picking the empty bottles and glasses and guy at the entrance) but nothing was done about it. Then we tried to get out, it my partners jacket was in the coat check area. There was sooo many people, the line was so long, we waited almost an hour and it wasn’t getting any shorter. I went to the front desk and asked the lonely person getting the coats, asked him if it was ok to leave the jacket there and coming to get it the next day , and the guy yelled at me to go to end of the line! My partner’s jacket is still there. They should have security people, I was thinking about calling the police. Thumbs down 👎🏽
Wheelchair accessibility: No wheelchair accessible.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
We were having a stressful week so we decided to go to the club and have a bit of fun and we really liked the vibe
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
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