Gay Bars in Wilmington, DE

“Dark walls, neon underglow, and bottles stacked like a skyline—Crimson Moon leans into its aesthetic and doesn't apologize for it. The vibe here is unmistakably deliberate: moody lighting, Pride-forward messaging at the bar, and a steady rotation of music videos projected behind the liquor wall. It's not just a bar—it's a statement.

Phillip, the bartender on shift, is what sets the place apart. Attentive without hovering, fast without fumbling, and clearly knows his way around a shaker. It’s rare to find someone who can balance drink speed with drink quality, but he pulled it off. I watched him build layered cocktails like it was second nature. Didn't miss a pour.

Atmosphere: welcoming, edgy, comfortably loud. Service: elevated by someone who gives a damn. I walked in expecting another dim bar with cheap LEDs. I walked out reminded that when service and space align, it actually feels like a night out.

Extremely pleased. Would return.“